10k Snake Ring
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Fashion Rings
Garnet, Gold, 10k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Ruby, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Ruby, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Cocktail Rings
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings
Garnet, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
2010s British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1880s Italian More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Opal, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Signet Rings
Turquoise, Diamond, Enamel, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
2010s British Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century North American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Peridot, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century British Georgian Brooches
Gold, Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s Vienna Secession Landscape Prints
Paper
2010s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Gold
Diamond
2010s Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 10k Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Ruby, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Labradorite, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Brooches
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 10k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets
14k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Band Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Band Rings
10k Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Ruby, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Italian Belle Époque More Rings
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Late Victorian Band Rings
Garnet, 10k Gold
Early 1900s Realist Animal Paintings
Oil, Canvas
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Jade, Ruby, 10k Gold
2010s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Gold
10k Snake Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- Is 10k gold good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Yes, 10k gold is good. Its strongest selling point is its durability. Because it consists primarily of alloy metals, 10-karat gold is highly resistant to wear and tear. However, its value is less than alloys that contain more pure gold, like 14-karat and 18-karat varieties. Its color also typically isn't as rich as alternatives that feature more pure gold. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024The difference between 10K and 14K gold is how much of the metal's content is pure gold versus alloy metal. 14K gold is 58.3% pure gold and 41.7% alloy, while 10K gold is 41.7% pure gold and 58.3% alloy. Due to the increased amount of alloy metal, 10K gold tends to be stronger than 14K. On the other hand, the increased gold content of 14K gives the metal a richer color and a generally higher value. Explore a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A snake ring can symbolize eternal love, especially if the snake is depicted as eating its own tail. Another meaning is one of mourning, and of the snake purifying a corpse and its return to Earth. Shop a collection of snake-shaped jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How big is a size 10 ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Similar to shoes, rings have their own sizing system. A size 10 ring has a .78-inch diameter. Most women in the U.S. wear between a 5 and a 7 in ring sizes, and most men in the U.S. wear a size 10.
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021Typically, there are 41.7% gold and 58.3% other alloys/metals. This means that per gram, there are 0.417 grams gold and 0.583 grams other metals.
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