Quarter Carat Diamond Ring
2010s American Contemporary Cluster Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1950s French Band Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite...
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite...
2010s British Modern Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite...
21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Modern Bridal Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique 1840s French Georgian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Bridal Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wedding Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Danish Artist Cocktail Rings
Multi-gemstone, Moonstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Mixed Metal, St...
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Ruby, Tanzanite, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary Fashion Rings
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Belgian Early Victorian Cluster Rings
Blue Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, S...
21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Italian Modern Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Band Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
20th Century American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s North American Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1890s French Gothic Revival Cocktail Rings
Gold
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Beryl, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2023There is no rule for how many carats a diamond wedding ring should be. You're free to choose a ring with a carat weight that appeals to you and fits your budget. The average carat weight for diamond wedding rings is 1 to 1.9 carats. Shop an assortment of diamond wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Elizabeth Taylor's famous diamond ring was 33.19 carats. Although many people believe the Krupp diamond ring was an engagement gift, Richard Burton actually bought the gorgeous Asscher-cut ring to mark their five-year anniversary. For their engagement, Burton presented Taylor with an 18.61-carat emerald and diamond pendant made by Bulgari. The pendant detached from its necklace and could double as a brooch. Explore a large selection of diamond rings on 1stDibs.
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