Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Ribbon Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Ribbon Statement Ring. The ribbon measures 34mm long and 14mm wide.
Vintage 1980s Fashion Rings
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Ribbon Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Ribbon Statement Ring. The ribbon measures 34mm long and 14mm wide.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Basket Weave Statement Band 14k Knot Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $30 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Theme: Basket Weave, Knot Measurements Face Height (north to south):...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950's Amethyst Statement Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1950's. This ring features an oval amethyst with distinctive ribbed shoulders. Comfortable on the hand and fairly low profile. In very good condition. Size: Approx. 10 Metal:...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,128Sale Price|20% Off
Statement Pearl & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Statement Pearl & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a tall, sculptural cocktail design with a cluster of cultured pea...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Carved Lavender Jadeite Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold vintage statement ring crafted in 14k yellow gold, featuring a beautifully carved lavender jadeite centerpiece.
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond & Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Snake Statement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This vintage snake ring coils in three sinuous rows of 14 karat yellow gold, its head set with a sparkling round brilliant diamond and flanked by two vibrant emeralds. Snake ring des...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Twisted Gold Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Twisted Gold Statement Ring. The width of the ring on top is 10.3mm and tapers to 4.8mm wide on the bottom.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
From $2,413 / item
14k Yellow Gold Bubbles Diamond Studded Statement Band Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
14k Yellow Gold Bubbles Diamond Studded Statement Band Ring features yellow gold bubble type structures combined in a linear and in ascending order towards the front and diamonds stu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,900 / item
Onyx Garnet Floral Statement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Metal: Solid 9K - 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: All sizes available Total Gemstones Weight: 7.90 carat.
Garnet, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.90 Carat Zambian Emerald Cocktail Ring Luxury Design Emerald and Ruby Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Zambian Emerald Ring, Emerald and Ruby Ring, 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring, Unique Designer Gemstone Ring A captivating expression of color and craftsmanship, this handcrafted 14K ...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,188Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 14k Yellow Gold Geometric Diamond Bypass Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
You can choose from Rose Gold, Yellow Gold or White Gold. Also 10k, 14k and 18k gold are available for most of the items.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Statement Engagement Ring
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
14K yellow gold and .75 carat 5-Z natural mined diamond ring.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1 CTW Diamond Statement Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage 1 CTW Diamond Statement Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This bold and substantial 14K yellow gold ring features six round brilliant-cut natural diamonds totaling approximately 1.0 c...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Golden Glow 14K Yellow Gold Citrine & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Radiating warmth and brilliance, this high-end ring is crafted in pure 14K yellow gold and features a captivating 12x16mm cushion-cut citrine weighing 7 carats.
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Rose Flower Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Rose Flower Statement Ring. The ring measures 15mm wide on the top and tapers to 7.5mm on the side and 3.8mm on the bottom.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Dome Statement Band - 14k Floral Ring Sz 6
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Dome Statement Theme: Floral Features: Smooth & Textured Finishes Measurements Face Height (north to south): 19/32" (14.8mm) Rise Ab...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Design Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Design Statement Ring. The ring on top measures 8.8mm and tapers to 6mm on the side.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Multi-Row Diamond Fan Statement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
*Custom Made Ring *Material: 14K Yellow Gold *Condition: Mint *Diamond: 1.20ctw *Clarity: SI1 *Color:G *Ring Dimension: *Size: 8.25 *Width: 11.9mm *Thickness: 1.6mm *Weight: 5gr *...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,040Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade 14k Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Statement Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful and unique ring! It is a rare find. It is a Modernistic 14k Yellow Gold Teardrop shaped ring with a 14 mm Mabe Pearl as the focal point.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 1.03ct Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a vibrant 1.03 carat emerald accented by diamonds totaling approximately 0.51 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald Cocktail Ring Natural Emerald Statement Ring Unisex
Located in Jaipur, IN
A striking expression of modern geometry and timeless craftsmanship, this 14K Yellow Gold emerald and sapphire ring is designed to command attention.
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 1.25ct Tanzanite and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This striking ring features a captivating 1.25 carat oval-cut tanzanite as the centerpiece. Flanking the tanzanite are marquise-cut white diamonds totaling 0.48 carats, adding brilli...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Domed Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Domed Statement Ring. The topf of the ring measures 11.2mm wide and tapers to 7mm on the side.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Dome Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Dome Statement Ring. The design is alternating shiny and textured ridges.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Yellow Topaz and Diamond Accent Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Encircling this radiant core are the twinkles of natural diamonds, boasting G-H color and SI1-SI2 clarity, each carefully set in prongs to showcase their brilliance without compromis...
Diamond, Topaz, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Genuine Pink Kunzite Diamond Statement 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in GOES, NL
Radiant Elegance: The Kunzite Diamond Statement Ring in 14K solid gold. Turn heads and steal the spotlight with this breathtaking statement ring, where timeless beauty meets bold de...
Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$356Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear Cut Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Sapphire Statement ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your learning and spiritual healing.
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$3,600 / item
Yellow Gold Dome Statement Band - 14k Ring SZ 7 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Dome Statement Band Measurements Face Height (north to south): 29/32" (22.7mm) Rise Above Finger: 1/2" (12.2mm) Weight: 16.0 G...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Vintage Statement Band - 14k Ring SZ 6 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Band Measurements Face Height (north to south): 5/16" (7.7mm) Rise Above Finger: 1/16" (1.5mm) Weight: ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Compass Filigree Halo 14K Yellow Gold Statement Symbol Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A study in intricate design and golden elegance. This captivating ring features a stunning circular oval compass motif. The intricate latticework is adorned with sparkling diamonds, ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Spiral Waves Sculptural 14K Yellow Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant piece, crafted in 14K gold, features a dynamic design with a series of spiraling bands adorned with shimmering diamonds. The intricate arrangement creates a sense of mov...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 9.8ct Lavender Jadeite Jade Marquise Cabochon Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cut as a marquise cabochon, the stone has an elongated silhouette that adds drama and sophistication while showcasing the jade’s color and polish to full effect. The 14k yellow gold ...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Large 67ct Pear Cut Amethyst Solitaire Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Large Huge Pear Cut - Dual Prong Set - Rich to Medium Purple Color - 24.4x32.1x18mm (approx.) - 67ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yello...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Regal Crimson Garnet & Diamond Statement Ring In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Command attention with this masterpiece of artisanal jewelry, where bold geometry meets ethereal brilliance. At its heart lies a magnificent 6.38ct cushion-cut Garnet, radiating a de...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Statement Ring Graduation Gift Gold Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Statement Ring Graduation Gift Gold Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Custom Made 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Statement Ring, 6ctw, Size 11.25
Located in New York, NY
Custom Made Ring Material: 14K Yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Diamond: 6ctw Clarity: SI1 Color: G Ring Size: 11.25 Ring Dimension: Length: 36.6mm Width: 27.6mm Ring Weight: 21gr...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Tiger's Eye Cabochon Statement Cocktail Brutalist Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The stone, with its rich brown hue, is set in a 14k yellow gold band, accentuated by intricate antiquing detailing.
Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Estate 14k Yellow Gold Purple Tanzanite Flower Cluster Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (8) Natural Genuine Tanzanite - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Rich Purple Color - 2.50ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4 Grams Ring Size: 7.5 ( fi...
Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.50ctw Fiery Diamond Large Cluster Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (19) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Fiery H-I Color - VS2-SI2 Clarity - 1.50ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 6.43 Grams ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Cabochon Lavender Star Sapphire & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This 14K yellow gold ring showcases a captivating 13 carat lavender blue star sapphire, expertly cut in an oval cabochon style.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Twist Ribbon Design Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Twist Ribbon Design Statement Ring.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Floral Statement Ring Handmade Wedding Fine Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Floral Statement Ring Handmade Wedding Fine Jewelry Total Carat Weight 0.24 Cts And Above Base Metal Yellow Gold Main Stone Diamond Metal Yellow Gold Seconda...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,052Sale Price / item|50% Off
14k gold statement ring with amethyst octagon
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold statement ring with amethyst octagon. February birthstone ring.
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Free-Form Scalloped Statement Ring - Size 6
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This spectacular ladies' statement ring features a bold, organic design crafted from highly polished 14K yellow gold.
Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Large Morganite & 1.50ctw Diamond Halo Statement Fiery Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (5) Natural Genuine Morganite - 1 Oval Brilliant & 4 Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Pink Color - 12x10mm (oval) , 3mm (round each)(approx.) (14) Natural Genuine Diamond...
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Effy Watercolors 14K Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone and Diamond Statement Ring
By Effy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vibrant statement ring from Effy’s celebrated Watercolors collection, crafted in polished 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,260Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Opal Diamond Statement Ring with Filigree in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 0.78 carat.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Flower & Ferns Dome Statement Band - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $25 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Dome Statement Band Theme: Flower & Ferns Features: Open Cut Design with Etched ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 8 Carat Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold Antique Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 14 Karat Gold and is hallmarked 14K. The ring weighs 6.2 grams.
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Oval Shape Brown Smoky Quartz 14K Yellow Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A study in elegance and form. This striking ring features a captivating, faceted smoky quartz centerpiece. The oval stone is securely embraced by a delicate, openwork gold setting, e...
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 2.75ctw Tourmaline w/ Diamond Halo Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tourmaline - Cushion Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Deep Purplish Pink Color - 9.1x7.2mm 2.3ct (approx.) (42) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brillian...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural H/Si White Diamond Ring Solid 14k Yellow Gold Dragonfly Statement Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a Handmade 14k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Dragonfly Statement Ring featuring a contemporary open wrap-around design.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine Pink Sapphire Black Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Crafted with precision, this exquisite piece is designed to captivate and impress. 14K Yellow Gold.
Citrine, Black Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Tortoise Shell Design Dome Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Tortoise Shell Design Dome Statement Ring.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960's 14k Yellow Gold Green Enamel Dome Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
This striking statement ring is a bold and glamorous piece from the 1960s. Crafted in luxurious 14 karat yellow gold, it features a dramatic domed design at the center. The dome is c...
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Diamond Pave Galaxy Solar Universal 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This captivating piece features a circular design with a harmonious blend of black and sparkling colored diamonds, set in a warm gold tone. The surface is adorned with an array of te...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A striking and refined statement ring centered by a luminous golden South Sea pearl of impressive scale, set in polished 14K yellow gold and framed by pavé diamond shoulders.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rectangular Green Emerald Diamond Scroll 14K Yellow Gold Statement Band Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite piece a striking design in gold. The centerpiece is a vibrant green rectangular emerald, securely set in a four-prong mounting. Surrounding the stone is an intricate o...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold 3.13cts Cabochon Emerald Solitaire Ring, Yellow Gold Pinky Statement
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a cabochon cut, chunky oval-shaped emerald solitaire ring in 14K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire ring carries a full 3.13-carat emerald in a unique four-prong setti...
Emerald, 14k Gold
Green Amethyst Unique Nudo Faceted Cut 14K Yellow Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant and Timeless. Set with a Faceted Cushion-Cut Green Amethyst Prasiolite Mounted on a Sleek Gold Band. 14K Yellow Gold.
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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