Cabochon Gemstone Rings
Antique Early 19th Century American Solitaire Rings
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Indicolite, Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Loose Gemstones
Moonstone
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Indicolite
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Peridot
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Blue Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artisan Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline, Indicolite
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
2010s American Loose Gemstones
Aquamarine, Kunzite, Tourmaline
Antique Late 19th Century Afghan Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline, Indicolite
21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Chrysoberyl, Cat’s Eye
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Loose Gemstones
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, Cat’s Eye
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones
Amethyst
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Rubelite, Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Hessonite, Garnet
2010s Swiss Egyptian Revival Loose Gemstones
Aventurine
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Engagement Rings
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Garnet
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones
Garnet, Rhodolite
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Solitaire Rings
Agate
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Mandarin Garnet, Garnet
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Citrine
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Rubelite, Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...
Garnet, Hessonite
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
2010s German Gothic Revival Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Beryl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Citrine, Amethyst
2010s Malagasy Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Garnet, Hessonite
Antique Late 19th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Loose Gemstones
Blue Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Russian Revival Loose Gemstones
Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline
2010s Loose Gemstones
Quartz
2010s Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Mexican Loose Gemstones
Opal, Fire Opal
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
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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.
- What is a cabochon ring?1 AnswerRoman Malakov DiamondsApril 19, 2021A cabochon ring is a ring set with a cabochon gemstone. A cabochon is characterized as having a convex, rounded surface that is polished but unfaceted.
- What are cabochon rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A cabochon ring is a piece of jewelry that shows off a gemstone in the cabochon style, meaning it has a polished and rounded top surface and a flat back. It differs from a faceted ring, in which the gem is cut with tools. Cabochon rings tend to highlight the color and reflectivity of the gem and do not have the sparkle of faceted stones. Find a range of cabochon rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best gemstone for an engagement ring is really a matter of preference. Diamonds have extraordinary brilliance, a hardness of 10, and are more scratch-resistant than any other gemstone. Emeralds and sapphires are also popular gemstones for an engagement ring. Shop a collection of vintage and modern engagement rings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
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