Modernist Set Rings
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Fashion Rings
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modernist Dome Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modernist Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Modernist More Rings
Mid-20th Century North American Modernist Cluster Rings
Emerald, White Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modernist More Rings
Chalcedony, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Swiss Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Israeli Modernist Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Greek Modernist Fashion Rings
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Swiss Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Modernist More Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modernist Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Silver
20th Century Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings
Quartz, Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Cocktail Rings
Crystal, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Solitaire Rings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
20th Century Engagement Rings
Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Brazilian Modernist Cocktail Rings
Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Vermeil, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Solitaire Rings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Signet Rings
Agate, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Swedish Modernist More Rings
Silver
20th Century British Modernist Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Solitaire Rings
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Solitaire Rings
Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modernist Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century European Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Signet Rings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Swedish Modernist Signet Rings
18k Gold
20th Century American Modernist Signet Rings
Opal, Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Modernist Signet Rings
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modernist Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Unknown Solitaire Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Cocktail Rings
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
Vintage 1970s Unknown Solitaire Rings
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Modernist Cocktail Rings
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Topaz, 14k Gold
20th Century American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modernist Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Onyx, Agate, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 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 ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, prong settings can be good for engagement rings. When carefully crafted, prongs can help keep a gemstone secure. Plus, they allow nearly all of the gemstone to be visible, enhancing its sparkle and color. Many people also find prong settings to be easy to clean. Follow the maintenance and care instructions included with your engagement ring to help it stand the test of time. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of engagement rings.