GIA Certified 1.08 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.08 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red, Burmese Ruby and 1.16 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3.52 Carat Antique Cushion Unheated Burma Ruby and Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Boston, MA
This red cushion cut cut ruby is custom set in an antique one-of-kind diamond and platinum ring, consisting of 1 "pigeon blood red" cushion cut ruby of Burmese origin with no indicat...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
12 Carat Certified Natural Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful no heat, natural oval shape ruby cabochon weighing over twelve carats, accented with two tapered trapezoid shape step-cut diamonds, set in Platinum. The ruby accompanies ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 0.87 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 0.87 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Cut Natural Burmese Ruby Eternity Wedding Band Ring 6.5
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A timeless eternity wedding band style, showcasing 25-26 rich red natural Burma rubies AAA Quality stone round cut set in a shared prong setting 14k white gold, weighing 2.00 carats.
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.50 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 1.50 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 1.83 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 1.83 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
AGL Certified 8 Carat No Heat Kashmir Sapphire, Burma Ruby, & Diamond Stack Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: ✔ Item type: Detachable Stack ring ✔ Metal: 18k white and yellow gold ✔ Design: Toi Et Moi ✔ Size: US 6 (adjustable) ✔ Weight: 7.42 grams ✔ Setting: Prong, Channel Cent...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 0.70 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 0.70 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified Burma Ruby, Yellow Diamond and Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautifully unique cocktail ring boasts a bright oval mixed cut Burma ruby measuring 8.69 x 7.05 mm and weighing approximately 2.50 carats, surrounded by 20 round brilliant cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Natural No Heat Burma Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The Bvlgari ring features an oval-shaped burma ruby no heat measuring 9.85 x 7.00 x 4.28 mm and weighing 3.20 carats, flanked by oval-shaped sapphires approximately 0.75 carat, accen...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Natural Unenhanced Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set with a natural unenhanced Burmese oval old cut ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1.50 carats, flanked by two...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified Trilliant Cut Burma Ruby and Diamond Long Frame Toi Et Moi Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
18k white gold ring with an elongated oval shape. Features two trilliant-cut gemstones: a 0.83-carat triangular-cut Burma ruby and a 0.42-carat triangular-cut diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.62 Ct Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring, 1960 ca
Located in Napoli, IT
Diamonds total carat content is .75 CT F/G VVS Infinite elegance and superb earth mined gemstones are the signature of this ring Excellent condition Metal: 18 Kt gold with Platinum ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mauboussin Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring, French, circa 1929
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Mauboussin Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rectangular step cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 0.91...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
AGL Certified 1.54 ct No Heat Burmese Ruby Mens Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K YELLOW GOLD 18 DIAMONDS 0. 69 CARATS 1 BURMA NO HEAT RUBY 1.54 CARATS AGL CERTIFIED Introducing the Ruby Screw Ring, a captivating piece that seamlessly combines classic be...
Ruby
GIA Certified 2.10 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby Ring Set in Platinum and 18k Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum and 18K Gold featuring a GIA Certified 2.106 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and 3.682 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.26 Carat Untreated (No Heat) Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.26 Carat Natural Untreated, Burmese Ruby and 0.761 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.00 Carat Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond 3-Stone Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Burmese ruby cushion, 9.05 x 8.02 x 5.90mm, 4.00 carats Asscher cut diamonds, .90 carat total, F color, VS-1 clarity Ring size 6.5 Complimentary sizing as needed
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring In Platinum, GIA Certified.
Located in New York, NY
The details are as follows: Circa : 1930 Origin : Burmese ( Myanmar ) Ruby : 1.50 carats ( unheated ) Ruby baguettes : 0.30 carat Diamond : 1 carat( G color and VS clarity ) Rin...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold A Cushion Cut Burmese Ruby weighing 1.50 carats approximately Twenty Two Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing .50 carats approximately...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Lotus GIA
Located in Montgomery, AL
Ring Details Material: 18K Yellow Gold Era: 1864 Hallmark: Birmingham England Head Width: 9.3mm Head Height: 3.5mm Shank Width: Tapering to 2.6mm Weight: 3.4 Grams Finger Size: 8 1/2...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite GIA Certified No-Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning, one-of-a-kind ring, featuring a GIA certified, no indication of heating cabochon Burma ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Burmese Ruby And Diamond Russian Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era 1910s 14k gold ring centered with 1 natural burmese ruby stone pigeoun blood color flanked with old mine cut diamonds estimate weight 1 carat H color whi...
Art deco natural Burmese ruby and diamond ring, circa 1935.
Located in London, GB
Art deco natural Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set with an octagonal double brilliant cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby to centre with an approximate weight of 2.67 carats in an o...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique AGL certified Burmese (Mogok) Unheated Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique, Unique AGL certified Burmese (Mogok) Natural Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring Untreated, unheated (No clarity enhancement/ No heat enhancement) Burmese 0.94 carats Ruby (Mogo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 2.49ct Burma Ruby & Diamond Swirl Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Heated - Burma - Vivid Red Color - 0.99ct (exact-stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Nume...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Oval Burma Red Ruby and Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.0 Grams Ring Size: 10 Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 1 oval red ruby Ruby Measurements: ~6.24 mm x 5.06 mm x...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$22,360Sale Price|20% Off
CARTIER London 1960 Gipsy Ring In Platinum With Burmese Ruby & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Period: Post-war, Modernist, 1950-1960. Ruby: Mounted on top in a four-prongs setting, with 1 oval faceted cut (7 x 6 x 5 mm) of a natural intense vivid red Burmese ruby, with a wei...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 4.08ctw GIA Pear Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood Burma Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Pear Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Pigeon Blood Red Color (NOTED ON GIA) - Burma - Heated - 2.00ct (exact) ** See Certification Deta...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 0.65Ct Burmese Ruby and 0.48Ct Diamond, Platinum Twist Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.65 carat Burmese ruby, 0.48 carat diamond and platinum twist ring; part of our diverse collection of twist engagement rings.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA Vivid Pigeon Blood Red Burma Ruby & Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-170118010 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 6233882500 Stone Shape: Octagonal Cutting St...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA Certified Unheated Burmese Ruby Ring with Diamonds - Size 7
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stone Information - --------------------------------------------- Primary Stone(s): Ruby - Origin: Burma, No Heat Treatment - GIA Report #: 2161674196 - Color: Red/Hot Pink - Cut: Ro...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring Set in Platinum
Located in London, England
A gorgeous Burmese ruby and diamond three stone engagement ring set in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring in Platinum, circa 1920s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At its heart is a mesmerizing 2.07-carat oval brilliant-cut Burmese ruby, certified by AGL as untreated and of Burmese origin, ensuring its rarity and exceptional quality.
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
Substantial Platinum 6.45ctw GIA Large Oval Burma Ruby w/ Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Large Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Red Color - Brilliant - Heated - Burma - 4.05ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complet...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14kt Rose Gold Ring with BURMA Rubies and Diamonds with Certificate
Located in Aventura, FL
Experience elegance with this stunning 14kt yellow gold band ring, designed to make a statement. This exquisite piece features nine oval cut Burma rubies, which collectively weigh ap...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Gold GIA Elongated Oval Burma Ruby Marquise & Round Diamond Frame Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Elongated Oval Cut - Prong Set - Purplish Red - Burma - Heated - 1.29ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Natur...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Burma No Heat Oval Ruby And Diamond Ring, AGL Certified.
Located in New York, NY
The details are as follows : Ruby weight : 2.48 carat Color : Red Diamond weight : 1 carat Weight : 4.28 grams Metal : Platinum Measurements : 9.28X6.74X4.02MM Ring Size : 6.5
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 1.47ctw High Quality Burma Star Ruby w/ Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Purplish Red Color - Very Nice Star - Transparent - Burma - No Heat - 1.24ctw (exact) ** See Certificati...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum AGL 4.84ctw Burma Prominent Star Ruby w/ Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Pinkish Red Color - No Heat - Burma - Strong Prominent Star - 3.48ct (exact certified) ** See Certificat...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$3,460
Ruby Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ruby ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.11 grams Set with- Stone type: Burma Ruby Heat Shape: Round Carat: 0.90 Col...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Gold & Silver GIA Old Mine Burma Ruby & Diamond Target Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the 1 randomly picked ruby. Error in Measurements in the certification.
Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold
Ruby Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamonds and Ruby 5.01 Carat
Located in Paris, FR
Total Diamond weight: about 1 carat. Certificate n ° 2A: Burmese Ruby, heated, treatment: large Glass fillings R3-3 Size: 53.5 Diameter: 17 US Size : 6.7 Gross Weight: 5.06 g
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Gia Burma Ruby & Diamond Oval Platter Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby (center)- Oval Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - Vivid Red Color - Burma- 1.45ct (approx. based on the certification) ** See Certification Details Bel...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum 3.52ctw GIA Bright Red Burma Ruby Diamond Halo Sapphire Shoulders Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - Burma - Heated - 2.0ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (10...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian circa 1869 Unheated Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring 18k Antique Yellow Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
No Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring 18K Unique Yellow Gold Victorian 1869 Engraved 'Where I give my heart I live 19 Dec 1869 L.E J.' 3.7 gram 4 pieces of Old European Cut Diamonds H-...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co., AGL 2.00 Ct Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring, Platinum and 18K
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautifully classic ring by Tiffany & Co. boasts a beautiful 2 carat cushion cut Unheated Burma Ruby flanked by two pear shaped brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum 1.36ctw Oval GIA Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Milgrain Modern Design Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Elongated Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Pinkish Red Color - Lively Nice Ruby- No Heat- Burma - 1.06ct (exact) ** See Certification Details...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 1.1ctw Marquise Burma Vivid Red Ruby w/ Diamond Swirl Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Marquise Cut - Excellent cut - Prong Set - Truly Blood Red Color - Heated - Burma - 0.63ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Com...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 11.18ctw Burma No Heat Star Ruby w/ Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Round Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Purplish-Red Color - No Heat - Burma - 10.55ct (exact stamped) ** See Certification Details Belo...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Men's Platinum 1.65ctw GIA Burma Round Ruby Diamond 3 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Burnish Set - Pigeon Blood Red Color - Burma - Heated - 1.20ct (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below for Complet...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 1.47ctw Oval No Heat Burma Ruby & Square Step Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Old Roundish Oval Cut - Prong Set - Pink Red Color - No Heat - Burma - 1.25ct (exact stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 1.99ctw Burma Oval Ruby w/ Diamond Sides East West Dainty Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Deep Red Color - Burma - Heated - 1.79ct (exact stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (4) N...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1950s 3.00 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and 2.25 Carat Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold and platinum with an Oval cut Burma origin Ruby weighing approximately 3.00 carats, and two Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$19,137Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Gold Ladies Ring with Natural Burma Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Ring made in 1960's Dimensions - Weight : 5 grams Finger Size (UK) = Q (US) = 8 1/2 (EU) = 57 1/2 Size : 2.6 x 2.2 x 2.1 grams Ruby - Cut: Cushion Colour: Red Size : 1.3 ct Measu...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Antique Gold & Platinum AGL Burma No Heat Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Rare Vivid Red Color - No Heat - Burma - 1.09ct (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (8) ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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.
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