Black Hills Gold Ring
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Colombian Solitaire Rings
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Turquoise, Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Gold, 24k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings
Tsavorite, Garnet, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Artisan Boxes and Cases
People Also Browsed
Early 20th Century Brooches
Crystal
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Earrings
Silver Plate, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bangles
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Bridal Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings
Jade, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings
Jade, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 10k Gold
20th Century Czech Victorian Brooches
Crystal
Vintage 1940s American Clip-on Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Crystal, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century English Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1920s French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s English Cocktail Rings
9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Band Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold...
21st Century and Contemporary English Art Deco Drop Earrings
Sterling Silver, Silver
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2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Paraiba, Opal, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow G...
Antique Early 17th Century European Artisan Cocktail Rings
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique 18th Century Unknown Empire Charm Bracelets
Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Citrine, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
10k Gold, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Signet Rings
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Cocktail Rings
Opal, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French More Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Jade, Black Jade, Platinum
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Sapphire, 10k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Band Rings
10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century British Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s British Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Band Rings
14k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Fashion Rings
18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
Antique 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold
Antique 19th Century Georgian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1990s American Egyptian Revival Solitaire Rings
Emerald, Gold, 14k 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024To clean Black Hills Gold, you can typically use mild dish soap and lukewarm water. The jewelry maker recommends applying the soapy water with a soft-bristled toothbrush, rinsing it thoroughly and then drying it with a soft towel. Keep in mind that these are general care instructions. Refer to the directions provided with your jewelry for the best results. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Black Hills Gold jewelry.
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