14k Rose Foliate Ring
Antique 1830s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Engagement Rings
Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Early Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, Silver
20th Century Fashion Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Fashion Rings
Carnelian, Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Signet Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1910s Russian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
People Also Browsed
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1890s Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1910s Cluster Rings
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Javanese Signet Rings
Ruby, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Bracelets
Jasper
20th Century Unknown Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Early 1800s European Georgian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Indian Art Nouveau Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Recent Sales
2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Romantic Fashion Rings
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Band Rings
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Fashion Rings
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century French Early Victorian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Revival Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
14k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1840s Unknown Early Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Garnet, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Aquamarine, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century More Rings
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Charm Bracelets
14k Gold
Mid-20th Century More Jewelry
Diamond, Gold
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage 1910s Arts and Crafts Fashion Rings
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Cluster Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Signet Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Fashion Rings
Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1840s Victorian Fashion Rings
Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Moonstone, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Collectible Jewelry
Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1940s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Rose Gold
14k Rose Foliate Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 14k Rose Foliate Ring?
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.
Read More
Our Guide to Engagement Ring Settings – And How to Choose One
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
Nothing Says Summer Heat Like This Ruby-Red Cartier Stunner
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon Rings: Our Guide to a Uniquely Colorful Natural Gemstone
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
[Survey] Two-Thirds of Jewelry Gift Recipients Don’t Want to Be Surprised
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Colorful Gemstones Are a Brilliant Choice for Engagement Rings
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Our Guide to Fancy-Colored Diamond Engagement Rings
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Our Guide to Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco Engagement Rings
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Talking Diamonds with the Jeweler Behind J. Lo’s Engagement Ring
Alon Ruschin, of Vivid Diamonds & Jewelry, channels his passion for gems into helping clients find just the right ring.