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What is a wish ring?
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A wish ring, or wishbone ring, is a ring made from metals like gold or silver and shaped somewhat like a wishbone. The rings feature a “V” shape, often with small diamonds or gemstones accenting the curve. Many people wear wish rings as good luck charms. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted vintage and contemporary wishbone rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
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Ancient Roman Gold Snake Ring c. 1st – 2nd Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Roman Empire, circa 1st – 2nd century AD A charming ancient ring in high karat gold, formed as two coiled snakes with their heads set back-to-back and turned in opposite directions.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Band Ring 0.31 Ct White Diamond Made in Italy
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
This ring is an evolution of the ancient rings of the Middle Ages.
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Band Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Thailand 20kt yellow gold ruby ring with a hunting scenes
Located in Braintree, GB
A 20kt yellow gold ring from ancient Thailand features a central ruby surrounded by depictions of hunting scenes.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Fashion Rings
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, Copper
Vintage Sterling Silver Ancient Coin Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine ancient coin signet ring.
In sterling silver.
The gold-topped bezel setting set with an ancient Roman Era bronze coin.
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Signet Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bulgari Ancient Coin Monete Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Weston, MA
The vast number of beautiful creations using these coins is unfathomable and have become iconic emblems of Bulgari.
Our Monete ring has a pleasing 18k yellow gold tapering band set ...
Category
Late 20th Century Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Greek Dionysus Cameo Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptionally rare and large ancient Greek sardonyx cameo dates to the late Hellenistic period, and features a carving of Dionysus, the god of wine and festivities.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Signet Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold


