Lovers Knot Ring
Vintage 1970s British Art Deco Band Rings
Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Band Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s British Band Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century European Contemporary Band Rings
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Late 17th Century English Band Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Jasper, 22k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Band Rings
Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Australian Artist Band Rings
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s Stud Earrings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Drop Earrings
Silver
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco More Rings
Garnet, Gold
2010s Italian Modern Band Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s French Victorian Drop Earrings
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s British Modern Band Rings
Ruby, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Silver
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
2010s German Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings
Crystal, Ruby, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
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2010s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Band Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s Late Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 10k Gold
20th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings
Rose Gold
Antique 19th Century British George III Band Rings
Pearl, 9k Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Solitaire Rings
Platinum
Antique 17th Century English Signet Rings
Gold
Antique Mid-17th Century Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Enamel, Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco More Rings
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold
British Bridal Rings
British Engagement Rings
Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian More Rings
Coral, 18k Gold
Antique 1860s British Victorian More Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Knot rings are rings that are made from a single strand of metal and feature an open knot in the middle. Usually, knot rings are featured as a part of weddings, engagements or even for celebrating friendships. Find an elegant knot ring for a loved one on 1stDibs today.
- What does the knot ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a knot ring means depends on the piece. Promise rings with a knot indicates that a person intends to marry someone but they are not formally engaged. Celtic knot rings generally represent undying friendship and love. Shop a collection of knot rings on 1stDibs.
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