Medieval Engraved Ring
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Band Rings
Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Medieval Signet Rings
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Medieval Signet Rings
18k Gold
Antique 16th Century Medieval Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Medieval Band Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Medieval Band Rings
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Medieval Solitaire Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Medieval Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Medieval Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Medieval Three-Stone Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Band Rings
Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier British Medieval Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 1670s Band Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Band Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century Medieval Band Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century Wedding Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Medieval Signet Rings
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Band Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1600s English Renaissance Engagement Rings
Antique 16th Century Unknown Cluster Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 17th Century Unknown Signet Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century Unknown Band Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique Early 17th Century Wedding Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century Band Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century Unknown Band Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique 17th Century Signet Rings
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Medieval Band Rings
Emerald, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Medieval Band Rings
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Medieval Band Rings
Yellow Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Medieval Band Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Antique 1820s Swedish Medieval Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Swedish Medieval Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique 18th Century European Medieval Signet Rings
Jasper, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Swedish Medieval Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century European Medieval Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Signet Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Engagement Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 17th Century English Band Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1700s English Band Rings
Gold
20th Century American Georgian Signet Rings
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 17th Century English Renaissance Solitaire Rings
Garnet, 22k Gold, Enamel
2010s Italian Artisan Band Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Signet Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
2010s British Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 16th Century British Renaissance More Rings
Rock Crystal, 22k Gold
2010s British Modern Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Go...
2010s British Modern Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Pl...
Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate
Silver Plate
Antique 1730s French Medieval Tables
Limestone
Antique 16th Century Medieval Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Jewelry Boxes
Multi-gemstone, Silver, Brass
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique 19th Century English Vases
Sterling Silver, Silver
Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s English Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s English Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k G...
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s Greek Medieval More Rings
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
European More Rings
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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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, all Neil Lane rings are engraved. The designer's name appears in script lettering along the inside of the band. Personal engraving is available from some authorized dealers of Neil Lane jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Neil Lane rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, people wore wedding rings during medieval times, also known as the Middle Ages. During the 13th and 14th centuries, exchanging rings on wedding days was a common practice among Christians. Artisans crafted these early wedding rings out of gold, bronze and iron, and some featured gemstones. Sapphires were especially popular, as they were thought to symbolize chastity and fidelity. On 1stDibs, explore a large assortment of wedding rings.
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