$8,480Sale Price|20% Off
Rubellite Ring. 12ct Emerald Cut Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
ring showcases a striking approx. 12.10-carat emerald-cut rubellite at its center, radiating a rich
Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum
Rubellite Ring. 12ct Emerald Cut Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a striking approx. 12.10-carat emerald-cut rubellite at its center
Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum
$627Sale Price|30% Off
12ct Emerald Cut Amethyst Ring in Sterling Silver by Aria Jewelry
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Captivating 12CT Emerald Cut Amethyst Ring in Sterling Silver Discover the beauty of this
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Vintage 12 Ct Natural Carved Emerald & 1.5 Ct Diamond Ring 18 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Size 6.5 featuring a single solitaire natural carved emerald
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 12 Ct High Quality Zambian Emerald Cut Emerald Eternity Band/ Ring 14 KG
Located in New York, NY
Natural approximately 12 Ct High Quality Zambian Emerald Cut Emerald Eternity Band/ Ring 14 Karat
Emerald, 14k Gold
$20,700Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $46, 000 18KT Fancy 12CT Glittering Colombian Emerald Diamond Prism Ring
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Colombian Emerald and Fancy Diamond Ring. Ring Contains approx 12CTS of a
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Antique "Regard Ring" 12ct Yellow Gold English C/1868
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
rather on the rarity and desirability they garner from jewelry enthusiasts. The ring is crafted in 12ct
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 12ct Citrine Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø US 7.25 / 7.5gr
Located in SE
claw set natural Yellow - Orange Citrine stone oval cut 21 mm x 13 mm x 7.75 mm deep / ca. 12 ct
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold
$280,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 12 Carat Emerald Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Trillion side Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
12 ct emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold and Platinum
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald
Vintage 14kt Gold, 12ct Amethyst, 1/2ct Oval Emeralds Ring, Size9
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring features a large 12 Carat oval cut amethyst with 1/2 carat of oval cut emeralds
Antique 12ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Sapphire, Diamond & Emerald Snake Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 12ct Rose Gold This exquisite antique Edwardian snake ring showcases the
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Rose Gold
12ct Aquamarine Ruby Ring Platinum Sz 7.25 Cocktail Emerald Cut Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish estate aquamarine & ruby cocktail ring crafted in 900 platinum. Emerald cut aquamarine
Aquamarine, Ruby, Platinum
12ct Aquamarine Ring 14k White Gold Sz 6.5 Cocktail Emerald Cut Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
. Emerald cut aquamarine measures 16mm x 12.5mm (estimated at 12 carats). The aquamarine is in good (few
Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
12ct Aquamarine Diamond Ring Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
yellow gold with platinum accents. Emerald cut aquamarine measures 16mm x 12mm (estimated at 12 carats
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
12 + Carat Green Tourmaline and 0.50 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 12 + Carat Green Tourmaline and 0.50 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 K Yellow Gold A
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
12ct Aquamarine Diamond Ring Vintage 18k White Gold Fine Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
yellow gold with platinum accents. Emerald cut aquamarine measures 16mm x 12.5mm (estimated at 12
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
12 + Carat Green Tourmaline and 0.50 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 12 + Carat Green Tourmaline and 0.50 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 K Yellow Gold A
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$587Sale Price|44% Off
Handcrafted 16ct Emerald-Cut Sky Blue Topaz Ring in Sterling Silver
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Discover the allure of this exquisite 16-carat emerald-cut Sky Blue Topaz ring, handcrafted in sterling silver. The centerpiece of this stunning ring is an 18x13mm Sky Blue Topaz, k...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
$8,400Sale Price|30% Off
AJD Beyond Magnificent Brilliant Natural 25.3Ct, Intense Blue Aquamarine Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This gorgeous ring is natural Aquamarine measuring 21.4 mm x 17 mm and is 25.3 carats. There are NO EYE VISIBLE inclusions in this magnificent simply set gemstone. This is set in S...
Aquamarine, Silver
$486Sale Price|20% Off
12.8ct Oval Amethyst Ring in Engraved Sterling Silver by Aria Jewelry
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This dazzling oval Amethyst ring is a true showstopper, featuring an impressive 12.8‑carat gemstone set securely in an elegant four‑prong, hand‑engraved sterling silver mounting. So...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
4.96 Carat Green Beryl Square Radiant Cut Platinum Engagement Ring by Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A refined platinum diamond engagement ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, centered by a natural green beryl weighing 4.96 carats in a square radiant cut. The vivid green hue is pa...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Green Beryl, Beryl, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 4.43 Carat GIA G SI1 Diamond Heart Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Discover the world of Tiffany & Co. with this Diamond Heart Necklace, featuring a breathtaking 4.43 carat heart-shaped GIA certified diamond with G color and SI1 clarity which offers...
Diamond, Platinum
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline Engagement Ring – Emerald Cut with Bullet Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline and Bullet Diamonds Platinum Engagement Ring. Luxury Three-Stone Ring – Emerald Cut Tourmaline – Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A Unique Platinum Engagem...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Dalben Rubellite Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold matte finishing ring with a 6,20 carat bezel-set oval faceted cut Rubellite ( Red Tourmaline ). Ring size 7 1/4 USA - EU 55 re-sizable to most finger si...
Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Certified 7.15 Carat Pink Tourmaline Rubellite Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* With its striking symmetry and enchanting hue, our 7.87 carat Rubellite is a masterpiece of nature. With a...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 0.82 E VS2 Diamond and Ruby Deco Style Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Platinum Art Deco style ring features a stunning E/C diamond weighing 0.82 carats certified by GIA as E color and VS2 clarity. Adorned with smaller round diamonds totaling 0.15 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
A vintage pair of rubellite and diamond drop earrings
Located in London, GB
A vintage pair of rubellite and diamond drop earrings, each earring set with an octagonal-cut rubellite, the one weighing 6.90 carats and the other 6.95 carats, each with three small...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Cut London Blue Topaz with Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An Art Deco inspired 14K White Gold London blue topaz with emerald and diamond ring. The ring consists of one central emerald cut London blue topaz surrounded by French cut emeralds ...
Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 14ct Yellow Gold, 1940s Large 20 Carat Amethyst Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 14ct Gold Tested Circa 1940s This vintage cocktail ring is a stunning piece of jewellery that is bound to turn heads. It is crafted from 14ct yellow gold and...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$378Sale Price|45% Off
AJD Intense Glittering Gorgeous 16.15 Cts Amethyst Sterling Silver Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful 16.15 carat Amethyst - 20 mm x 15 mm - sits up royally in this lovely unique sterling silver ring size 6 (sizable for free). This is huge a absolutely gorgeous.
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
$230Sale Price|20% Off
Custom-Made 4.62ct Oval Amethyst Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Custom-Made Sparkling Oval Amethyst Ring in Rhodium Over Sterling Silver Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning custom-made Amethyst ring, featuring a lively 4.62 carat o...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
7.7 carat Pink Tourmaline Diamond Ring
By SONYA K.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Olivia Ring From the Passion & Strength collection, this one-of-a-kind statement ring centers on a 7.70-carat pink tourmaline, beautifully flanked by colorless trapeze-cut diamon...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
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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