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Vintage 18 kt Gold garnet rose diamond Engagement Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Beautiful 18 carat gold vintage ring set with an emerald cut garnet of approximately 2.00 crt and
Category
Vintage 1950s European Romantic Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
3.63ct Engagement ring 18KT yellow gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning diamond ring with a large diamond at 3.63ct in 18KT gold.
Metal Type: 18KT
Champagne
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tanzanite Diamond engagement ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
modern design in 18KT white gold. This ring will take 10 days handling time and will come with a box
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Carved .50 Ct Diamond Full Eternity 18 KT ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This very pretty full eternity ring is 1945 ca
Hand created of solid 18 KT gold with gorgeous
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
Emerald Diamond Engagement ring 18KT white gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning emerald cut engagement ring made with a 0.42ct center VVS2 diamond and accompanied by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval sapphire engagement ring 18KT white gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Oval sapphire diamond ring in 18KT white gold, ring is size 7. The sapphire is a rich deep blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18KT White Gold Natural Diamonds Emerald Cut Trilogy Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
trio of emerald-cut diamonds are the beautiful focus of this gorgeous engagement ring accented with
Category
2010s Belgian Victorian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1ct Diamond solitire ring engagement ring 18KT yellow gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant solitaire diamond ring made with 1ct center in 18KT yellow gold. The ring has a beautiful
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.50ct Diamond engagement ring 18KT yellow gold diamond ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning engagement ring featuring 1.50ct center Si2 clarity and G color, side diamonds are VS-SI
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4ct moissanite diamond ring 18Kt white gold engagement ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
. The ringf is made in 18KT gold and is a size 6. The ring can be re-sized. Diamonds are Si clarity and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Diamond Swirl Engagement Ring, 18KT White Gold, Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 18 karat white gold fancy yellow diamond swirl engagement ring. This retro ring features
Category
Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Princess Cut engagement diamond ring 18KT white gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Complex diamond ring with princess cut diamond in center and pave set diamonds in doubke halo, made
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cushion engagement ring 18KT yellow gold stunning 2.20ct moissanite ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning cushion rectangular moissanite (certified with clarity VVS and color F)
The ring is made
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Moissanite diamond ring 18KT gold oval minimalist engagement diamond ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Certified moissanite in an elegant setting with natural diamonds on the under gallery of the ring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Blue sapphire & Diamond ring 18KT white gold hand finish engagement ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Intresting Blue Sapphire & Diamond ring in 18KT white gold, made so well a chunky engagement ring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Huge Oval Diamond engagement ring 3.01ct GIA certified diamond ring 18KT
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Huge Oval diamond engagement ring with unreal sparkle! GIA certified center diamond! The ring is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage GIA Certified 2.04 Ct. Engagement Ring Q VS2 in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
ring. The chunky stone has some warmth and is complimented by an 18kt yellow gold tapered band. Why we
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Fancy Light Green Diamond ring 18KT white gold Rare engagement ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
One of a kind engagement ring made with one single fancy light green diamond and a halo of white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Set, 18kt.
Located in Miami, FL
a touch of vintage elegance through this exquisite Art Deco engagement ring set. Crafted in solid
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA certified Fancy Greenish Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning fancy yellow diamond ring in 18KT gold, the center stone is so beautiful round brilliant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18 Kt Gold Oval Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
Un classico anello anni '40 in oro giallo e bianco 18 Kt.
La parte della fascia è in oro giallo
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Retro Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
.60ct Natural Cushion Cut Diamond Ring Vintage 18kt
Located in New York, NY
round Diamonds: .20ct
I-color Vs-2 Clarity
18kt white gold
3.1 Grams
Overall ring: 8.3mm wide
Depth
Category
2010s American Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Art Deco Baguette Round Diamond Cluster Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Halo Engagement Ring. The vintage-inspired design features a sparkling cluster of round diamonds
Category
2010s Belgian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18KT White Gold Art Deco Baguette Round Diamond Cluster Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Halo Engagement Ring. The vintage-inspired design features a sparkling cluster of round diamonds
Category
2010s Belgian Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.50 Ct Red Ruby 1.60 Ct F VVS Diamond 18 Kt
Located in Napoli, IT
This very charming vintage ring is 1970 circa
Skilfully hand crafted as unique of solid 18 Kt gold
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
ALGT Certified 18 kt. Pink gold - Ring - 0.50 ct Diamond and side diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
engagement ring with beautifull diamonds.
Grade: 18 kt (marked 750)
Weight: 3.07 grams
Ring size: 17.25 mm
Category
2010s European Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 18KT Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring, Oval Natural Sapphire
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold sapphire and diamond ring. This engagement ring features an oval
Category
Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Turquoise Blue Daisy Petal Vintage Ring 18kt Gold Ref 12300
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turquoise Ring
.50ct Cabachon Turquoise
Blue Enamel On Daisy Petals
18kt Yellow Gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Moissanite cushion solitaire ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cushion 1ct moissanite solitaire ring in 18kt gold! Stunning engagement ring and certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
18KT White Gold Baguette and Round Halo Cluster Natural Diamonds Vintage Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Dazzle and drama come together in this stunning diamond halo cluster engagement ring set with skill
Category
2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18KT Rose Gold Halo Cluster Natural Diamonds Bridal Vintage Ring R50440-1
Located in Antwerpen, BE
engagement or anniversary, this ring showcases a beautiful combination of baguette and round diamonds in a
Category
2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
2ct Moissanite Diamong ring hand engraved 18KT
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning hand engraved diamond ring in 18kt white gold, center is a GRS moissanite 2ct D in color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
1.11ct Old European Cut 18kt Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
A little bit of history makes a big impact! This gorgeous 18 karat white gold estate engagement
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gray Diamond ring 18KT white gold salt and pepper ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
.
The diamond is a gray natural color and the ring is made in a gothic mysterious design in 18KT white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2ct Fancy Yellow diamond ring in 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful engagement diamond ring in 18KT white gold, classical beauty!
Metal Type: 18KT
Natural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
TJD 0.75 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Vintage Crossover Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
crafted in 18 KT rose gold. Diamonds are graded H Color, I1 Clarity.
Metal color and ring size can be
Category
2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.66ct Fancy Yellow cushion diamond ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
GIA certififed diamond ring in 18KT white gold. Stunning sparkling center stone for a queen!
Metal
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Bulgari Diamond Ring 18kt Yellow Gold 1970's
By Bulgari
Located in Milano, IT
A very pretty 1970's Bulgari vintage diamond ring with the center stone being a round brilliant
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.75ct. Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring E-F VVS2, Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage ring that has some major deco energy. The center, a super crisp and clear 0.50
Category
20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Yellow diamond halo ring 18KT white gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
been selling online for more than 15 years. In our shop you can find a mix of modern and vintage items
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold and Ruby minimalistic engagement ring
Located in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka
Engagement Ring, 18K Gold and Ruby engagement ring, engagement ring, Promise ring, filigree
Category
2010s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
TJD 1.35 Carat Round Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Style Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Fashioned in 18 kt white gold and this ring is studded with 13 round-cut diamonds in prong and
Category
2010s Indian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
5ct Moissanite Diamond engagemenrt ring 18KT white gold stunning!
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning 5ct moissanite diamond ring, made with certified moissanite 5ct total weight and small
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
ALGT Certificied 1.36 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Solitaire ring in 18 kt white gold with a brilliant cut diamond of 1.08ct quality K/VS1 and 37
Category
2010s European Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
TJD 1.00 Carat Round Diamond 18 K White Gold 3 Stone Vintage Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
-house experts in 18 KT white gold. Diamonds are graded H-I Color, I1 Clarity
Metal color and ring size
Category
2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fancy Yellow Diamond and Pave Estate Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Indulge in this extraordinary Fancy Yellow Diamond and Pave Estate Engagement Ring crafted in 18kt
Category
2010s Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Yellow Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA certified Emerald diamond ring 1.01ct VVS2 F engagement ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
GIA certified diamond engagement ring made with a VVS2 center weighing 1.01 carats and side
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Anello Vintage in Oro Giallo 18Kt, Zaffiro Blu e Diamanti
Located in Cattolica, IT
Uno splendido anello vintage in oro giallo 18Kt.
Al centro è incastonato uno Zaffiro dal colore blù
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Revival Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Yellow diamond engagement ring 1ct GIA certified diamond
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Yellow diamond engagement or cocktail ring made in 18KT white gold with excellent craftsmanship
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
18KT White Gold Baguette Round Halo Cluster Natural Diamonds Ring R05787
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This muted vintage engagement ring features a oval shape cluster of baguettes set in the center
Category
2010s Belgian Victorian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ring with Colombian Emerald and Diamonds in 18KT White Gold
Located in Cattolica, IT
Un anello vintage in oro bianco 18 Kt con Smeraldo Colombiano di ct 0.37.
La pietra centrale ha una
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Arts and Crafts Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Rare oval diamond engagement ring 3.03ct GIA certified diamond
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Huge oval engagement ring in 18KT white gold, the center diamond is a stunning 3.03 carats SI2
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
ALGT Certified 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Diamonds Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered: 18 kt white gold solitaire ring with 0.58 ct antique cushion cut diamond of quality G/SI1
Category
2010s European Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
ALGT Certified 0.98 Caraar Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered: 18 kt white gold solitaire ring with 0.98 ct brilliant cut diamond of quality N/VS2 and 16
Category
2010s European Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Old Cut Diamonds 18 karat White Gold Italian Engagement Ring
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Old Cut Diamonds 18kt White Gold Italian Engagement Ring is a stunning piece of jewelry that
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco 0.86 Ct. Old European Solitaire Engagement Ring M VS1
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire engagement ring style is anything but simple. Her center is a playful and bright old
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Boucheron Mid-Century Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring White Gold
By Boucheron
Located in Lisbon, PT
Boucheron Mid-Century Ceylon sapphire and round brilliant-cut diamond cluster engagement ring in
Category
Vintage 1950s French Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century 1.80ct Diamond Emerald Target Engagement Cocktail Ring White Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
A 20th Century Diamond and Emerald Target Cocktail Ring. This spectacular ring designed in a style
Category
Vintage 1930s Portuguese Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.15 TCW Radiant Cut G VS Diamond Engagement Ring 18k Two-tone Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 Kt Two-Tone Gold and 2.15 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Vintage Style Jewelry
Center Diamond can
Category
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Three-Stone Engagement Ring Tri-Color Platinum 18 Karat Yellow and 18 Karat Gold
By Rock N Gold Creations
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Three Stone Engagement Ring Tri-Color Platinum, 18tk Yellow Gold and 18kt Rose Gold Round Diamond
Category
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
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18kt Vintage Engagement Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact 18kt vintage engagement ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 8 antique edition and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 18kt vintage engagement ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Take a look at a 18kt vintage engagement ring featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our 18kt vintage engagement ring for sale are for women, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a 18kt Vintage Engagement Ring?
The price for a 18kt vintage engagement ring starts at $725 and tops out at $16,965 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,170.
Finding the Right Rings for You
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
Questions About 18kt Vintage Engagement Ring
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vintage engagement ring is generally defined as an engagement ring that is 20 to 80 years old. By definition, “antique” applies to anything that is 100 years or older. The most popular vintage styles for engagement rings are Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. Vintage engagement rings could feature traditional diamonds or colored gemstones. Find a wide variety of vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023A vintage engagement ring is generally any engagement ring that dates back 20 to 80 years. Rings that are 100 or more years old are antiques. The design of a vintage engagement ring is influenced by each era's artistic visions, cultural movements and preferences in materials, gemstones and motifs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023You can buy vintage engagement rings from many sources. Local estate sales, auctions and secondhand shops can be good local sources. Another option is to shop for vintage pieces on trusted online platforms. You can find a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023You can find vintage engagement rings in many places. If you want to shop in person, check out second-hand stores, auction houses and estate sales. Browsing the collections of trusted online platforms can also allow you to quickly discover many vintage pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether halo engagement rings are vintage depends on their age. Any ring made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage, while older pieces are antiques. Halo engagement rings emerged during the Art Deco period and have remained popular since. As a result, you can find many antique and vintage examples, as well as contemporary rings that show off a central gemstone surrounded by a halo of accent stones. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of halo engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023A vintage-style engagement ring is a piece of bridal jewelry designed in the style of rings produced in the past. Many vintage-style engagement rings borrow elements from Victorian, Art Deco or Edwardian jewelry. Although the rings may closely resemble authentic antique or vintage rings, they are actually contemporary pieces produced in recent years. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, vintage engagement rings are popular among some people. Many find the details of rings produced during the last 20 to 99 years to be visually appealing. In fact, some contemporary jewelry makers even draw inspiration from vintage designs. Some people also prefer vintage rings because they inherit them from relatives or because they like the idea of wearing an engagement ring that has a history. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and classic engagement rings has to do with taste and time. Vintage engagement rings date back 20 to 80 years and occupy the sweet spot between historic and modern. Whether or not an engagement ring is "classic" may pertain solely to the style of the ring. The solitaire setting is considered a classic setting for engagement rings. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond's sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). In the late 1800s, Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, and the house's Solitaire 1895 engagement ring is considered a classic engagement ring. Find antique and vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024There are several reasons why people buy vintage engagement rings. Some prefer the way jewelry looked in decades past and select vintage pieces that fit their tastes. Others choose vintage engagement rings to get a unique, one-of-a-kind piece or like the idea of their jewelry having a long history. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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