14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cabochon Lemon Quartz Ring Estate Gemstone
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Beautiful 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cabochon Lemon Quartz Ring.
20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cabochon Lemon Quartz Ring Estate Gemstone
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Beautiful 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cabochon Lemon Quartz Ring.
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire Ring with Diamond Accents
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and sculptural vintage statement ring crafted in rich 14K yellow gold, featuring a striking deep blue cabochon sapphire as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,919Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ring with Oregon Sunstone Center & Moonstones
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the celestial beauty of our stunning Sun and Moon Ring, crafted from luxurious 14k yellow gold. This exquisite piece features a captivating 1.04 carat Oregon sunstone at its ...
Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Coral Cabochon Textured Fashion Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Distinctive and elegant, this 14K yellow gold coral fashion ring showcases the natural beauty of a richly colored gemstone paired with artistic gold craftsmanship.
Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Filigree Cocktail Dome Band Ring Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Beautiful 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Filigree Cocktail Dome Band Ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.20ct Multi Sapphire 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning eternity band ring is designed to capture attention with its vibrant collection of multi-colored sapphires, set beautifully in a 14K (18K Custom) gold band.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,500 / item
TJD 0.50 Carat Diamond Spade Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This bold men’s spade ring is crafted in solid 14 karat yellow gold and features 99 natural round brilliant diamonds totaling 0.50 carat. The pavé-set diamonds define the spade motif...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond & 1.50 Carat Weight Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, this elegant ring features a bold “C” design formed by rich blue channel-set sapphires totaling approximately 1.50 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Pave Old Miner Diamond Filigree Mosaic Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Specifications: Material: 14K Yellow Gold Diamonds: 19 Old Miner Cut Diamonds Total 0.8 carats Dimensions: 7/8 inch long x 1/2 inch wide Ring Size: 6.75 (Sizing Available) Weight: 6....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Band Ring with Emeralds and Diamonds 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
This elegant 14k yellow gold band ring is set with 9 vivid green emeralds and 24 sparkling white diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Designer Red Carnelian X Diamond Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
The luxurious yellow gold setting enhances the gemstones vibrancy, making this ring a timeless statement piece suitable for any occasion.
Carnelian, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,637Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 14k Gold Oval Amethyst Solitaire Pearl Halo Enamel Floral Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Oval Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Transparent Medium Purple Color - 20x15mm Numerous Genuine Cultured Seed Pearls - Round Shape - Wire S...
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
$2,796Sale Price|20% Off
Large Vintage 14k Gold GIA No Dye Coral Carved Lady's Face Cameo Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large, unique, and very well-made vintage ring was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold and features a GIA certified natural coral neatly set at the top.
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3/5 Ctw Criss Cross Diamond Ring, Statement Ring, 14K Solid Gold, Pave, SI GH
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS Metal Type: 14K Gold, White Gold / Yellow Gold / Rose Gold / Blackened Gold Please let us know your gold color preference and ring size through inbox message Total D...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Double Heart 14k Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Double Heart Statement Ring 14k Solid Gold Diamond Ring Band Graduation Gift.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
42.23 Carat Oval Cabochon Orange Agate Statement Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 14.5 Step into a world of bold elegance with this extraordinary statement ring, featuring a mesmerizing oval-shaped agate cabochon. Set in luxurious 14 karat yellow gold,...
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Diamond Men's Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This 14k yellow gold men's ring radiates classic elegance and timeless sophistication.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Statement Crossover Band 14K(or 18k upon request)White Gold Diamond Layered Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Baguette Diamond Crystal Open Wrap Ring is a dazzling masterpiece crafted in 14K white gold. Featuring 0.99 carats of baguette diamonds and 0.76 carats of full-cut diamonds, this...
14k Gold, White Gold
Genuine Pink Morganite Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in GOES, NL
* we offer complimentary resizing on all of our rings Radiant Elegance: The Morganite Diamond Hearts Ring in 14K solid gold. Turn heads and steal the spotlight with this breathtaki...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.23tcw 14K Oval Emerald & Diamond Halo Floral Bezel Set Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
The wide, sculptural shank features intricate floral motifs that taper gracefully at the base, with diamond accents adorning the flowers on each side, all meticulously crafted in 14k...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,993Sale Price|20% Off
Luxury Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Statement Cocktail Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This luxurious cuff ring features a breathtaking 4.26-carat Zambian emerald, set in 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Wedding Ring Band Antique Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Perfect for weddings, anniversaries, or as a timeless statement ring in any estate jewelry collection. Material: 14K Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds, Sapphires Ring Width: 1/4 inch W...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.60 Carat 14kt Yellow Gold Plated Statement Filigree Wedding Band Cocktail Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Mixing femininity and contemporary design, this intricate ring is sumptuous and exciting. Featuring 3.40 carat of pave set round brilliant cut cubic zirconia. Composed of 925 ste...
Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Gold
$1,673 / item
Three Ruby & Round Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Three Ruby Round Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Band Ring is a radiant celebration of passion and elegance.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,330Sale Price|20% Off
Architectural Black Enamel Cigar Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Architectural Black Enamel Cigar Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this wide cigar band features an openwork geometric pattern filled with glossy black enamel...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 14k yellow gold ring features a lustrous Tahitian pearl centerpiece, elegantly flanked by sparkling diamond accents.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Yellow Gold 0.7ct Natural Green Emerald Statement Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern yellow gold statement band set with 9 natural green emeralds weighing approximately 0.7 carat. The ring is stamped 585 and weighs approximately 2 grams in total. Finger size...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.39 Ct Natural Yellow Sapphire Square Cut 14 Karat White Gold Statement Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.39 Carat Natural Yellow Sapphire Square Cut 14 Karat White Gold Statement Ring Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Primary Stones: Yellow Sapphire Accent Stones: None Total Carat Weight...
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Marquise Emerald Diamond Ring Estate by EFFY
By Effy
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Brand: EFFY Material: 14K Yellow Gold - elegant and durable Main Stones: 5 Marquise-Cut Emeralds - total weight 0.6 carats Accent Stones: Brilliant Round Diamonds - total weight 0...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Vintage Pearl Cluster Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 8 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 11.3 Grams Ring Height: 1.10" Gemstone Specification...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Maui Divers of Hawaii 14k Yellow Gold & Gold Coral Ring
Located in New York, NY
A fusion of nature and elegance. This striking ring features a smooth, oval brown coral stone, enveloped by intricate 14k gold leaves. The organic design flows seamlessly around the ...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,150Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 14K White Gold 2-Carat Marquise-Cut Diamond Multi-Row Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Design Style: Marquise-Cut Diamond Multi-Row Statement Ring Details Item Code :- SER-27200E (14k) Gross Wt. :- 2.82 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 2.42 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2 Ct. ( AV...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Navette Ring in 14k White / Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Glamorous, sophisticated, and completely unique, this ring makes a gorgeous statement. Vintage 14K yellow gold diamond cluster ring containing 29 round brilliant cut diamonds weighin...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cabochon Green Jade Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 7.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 9.9 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemston...
Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 7 #26214
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 7 This striking ring features an intricate openwork design accented with 110 round single cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,391Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 14K White Gold 1.94-Ct Marquise-Cut Diamond Leaf Cluster Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Its fluid, organic design makes it a captivating choice for those who view their jewelry as wearable art, perfect for making a sophisticated statement at any event. Design Style: M...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,752Sale Price / item|20% Off
Victorian-Inspired Fancy Yellow Diamond Flower Cluster Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This cluster ring showcases a 0.76 carat diamond set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Modernist Diamond Cluster Statement Ring 2.55 Carats Round Brilliant
Located in Great Neck, NY
This striking vintage modernist diamond cluster ring showcases bold sculptural design and exceptional diamond presence, reflecting the powerful aesthetic of late 20th-century stateme...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Tagliamonte Green Venetian Glass Intaglio Ring
Located in New York, NY
Discover the timeless elegance of this vintage Italian Tagliamonte intaglio ring, featuring a stunning Green venetian glass and lustrous pearls set against a luxurious gold band. Cra...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Effy 14K Yellow Gold White & Brown Diamond Safari Dragon Ring
By Effy
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bold and captivating, this 14K yellow gold dragon ring by Effy features an intricate design adorned with approximately 0.75 carats of round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cabochon Mottled Green Jade Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 8 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 8.1 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone:...
Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Turquoise Diamond Cluster Ring, 0.31 Carats
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This striking 14k yellow gold ring is a celebration of vibrant color and timeless elegance.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
13.74ct Lapis Lazuli & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Heart Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking Heart Lapis Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Ring is a luxurious piece set in 14K yellow gold.
White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$12,141Sale Price|44% Off
Boulder Opal Ring Gold Statement Art Nouveau style ring large
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural boulder Opal 14k yellow gold ring Opal origin - Australia Opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.59 х 1.18 in / 4 х 15 х 30 mm gemstone weight - 16.50 carats ring weight - 10.44 grams...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.08tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Halo Accent Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
The band's thickness measures 8.70mm, making it a fun and chunky ring. Crafted in gleaming 14K yellow gold. Setting Style: Prong/Bezel Setting Material: 14K Yellow Gold Setting Weig...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Le Vian 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite vintage Le Vian ring from the 1980s is crafted in 14k yellow gold and showcases a captivating dark blue oval sapphire, approximately 0.90 carats.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Round Emerald Solitaire Hammered Band 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring a single, vibrant emerald set delicately in a slender yellow gold band, this ring captures a refined, modern look.
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
EFFY BH 14k Yellow Gold Natural 11ct Round Citrine Ring
By Effy
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bold and captivating, this 14K yellow gold cocktail ring by Effy features a stunning design.
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
James Avery Retired 14K Yellow Gold Paper Dolls Band Ring
Located in Houston, TX
James Avery Retired 14K Yellow Gold Paper Dolls Band Ring Crafted in warm 14k yellow gold, this bold band ring features a wide, sculptural design that offers both presence and comfo...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Floral Interlinked Ring
Located in New York, NY
This 14k yellow gold ring features a delicate floral motif with vibrant emeralds and sparkling diamonds interlinked in an elegant design.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.18ct Diamond Starburst Signet Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Diamond Starburst 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring exudes regal elegance, with its pristine natural diamonds totaling 0.18CT, set in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Oval Cabochon Green Jade Ring 14K Yellow Gold Size 12.5
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 12.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 11.0 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemst...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White & Yellow Gold Semi-Mount Ring Yellow Topaz & Diamond
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Elegant and versatile, this 14K white and yellow gold semi-mount ring is designed to highlight a center stone of your choice while already featuring a beautifully finished decorative...
Diamond, Topaz, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,469 / item
0.40ct Diamond Luxe Open Wrap 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Luxe Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring combines modern design with luxurious elegance.
Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Round Circle Cabochon Pink Rose Quartz 14K Diamond Statement Unique Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant 14K Gold Ring with Rose Quartz Center Stone. This exquisite ring features a smooth, round-shaped rose quartz set in a 14k gold band. The band is delicately adorned with small...
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Kite-Cut Diamond Ring, 2.20 Carats (VVS2, Light Yellow)
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and sculptural retro-era statement ring crafted in 14K yellow gold, showcasing a striking 2.20 carat kite-shaped diamond of light yellow hue with exceptional VVS2 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Snake Spiral Ring Solid 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry Stacking Wrap Minimalist Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This piece is a 14K Solid Yellow Gold Snake Spiral Ring, which features a minimalist, multi-layered wrap band that realistically mimics the body of a coiled serpent.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved 3D Lion Head Statement Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted from lustrous 14 karat yellow gold, the ring showcases exquisite detailing, creating a lifelike depiction of the lion's head.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.51 Carat Pear Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A striking statement ring featuring a 3.51 carat pear-shaped diamond set in warm 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Green Jade Oval Cabochon Band Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Discover the allure of this striking 20th-century ring, crafted in 14k yellow gold and featuring vibrant green jade cabochons.
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry 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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