14K Yellow Gold Elephant Head Ring with Black Diamonds, Size 6.5
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking ladies’ ring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and features a detailed elephant head design, symbolizing strength, wisdom, and good fortune. The elephant’s eyes are se...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold
14k Solid Yellow Gold 13.33 Ct Large Octagon Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Step into timeless elegance with this 14K yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a captivating 13.33 carat octagon-cut amethyst.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Amber Orange Citrine Yellow Sapphire Diamond Pave Set 14K White Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A bold interplay of texture and hue. This striking statement ring features a captivating orange amber citrine at its center. The oval-cut gem is embraced by a series of shimmering d...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Enamel Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite ring is a captivating blend of elegance and modern design, crafted in 14-karat yellow gold. The centerpiece features a magnificent 12mm turquoise cabochon, its serene ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1 5/8 Cttw Princess and Baguette Diamond Cocktail Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in lustrous 14K yellow gold, its opulence is undeniable, featuring a central spectacle of naturally sourced princess-cut diamonds invisibly set to form a flawless mesh of lig...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Kunzite Green Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Cigar Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 8.75 Total Weight: 14.5 Grams Diamond Count: 12 Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: VS2 Gr...
Diamond, Garnet, Kunzite, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.78Ct Octagon Cut Emerald Cocktail Ring with Halo Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Expertly crafted in 14k yellow gold, the design showcases a halo diamond setting with prong and pave-set diamonds on the shoulders, creating a bold and elegant statement piece.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Cushion Chrome Diopside and Iolite Three-Stone Halo Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
The entire trio is encased in a shared shimmering diamond halo, which follows the scalloped contours of the stones to maximize brilliance. Crafted in polished 14K yellow gold, this r...
Diamond, Iolite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond & 2.53 Ct Emerald Cocktail Ring Set in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Radiating elegance and grandeur, this stunning cocktail ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and showcases a striking 2.53 carat emerald-cut emerald at its center.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$417Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Heart Ring 14k Solid Gold Fancy Wedding Birthday Ring Minimalist Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Heart Ring 14k Solid Gold Fancy Wedding Birthday Ring Minimalist Ring Additional information: Base Metal: Yellow Gold, 14k Main Stone: Diamond Main Stone Shape: Round Main S...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
60s Vintage Angel Skin Coral Sodalite Ring Sz 6.5 14k Yellow Gold Skal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is hallmarked "14k" and "SKAL".
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 14k Gold Flower Ring with Natural Yellow Sapphire Diamond Petals
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Radiating timeless elegance, this exquisite floral-inspired ring is crafted in lustrous 14k gold and features a captivating yellow center stone weighing 0.41 carats.
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Gold Diamond Ring Cluster Diamond Ring Half Eternity Gift Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Diamond Twig Ring is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Timeless 2.17 Ct. Oval Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of timeless sophistication to your collection with this exquisite ring, crafted in polished 14K yellow gold. At its heart is a captivating 2.17-carat oval-cut blue sapphi...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,915 / item
Emerald Pave Oval 14K (18K Custom) Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Available in custom 18K gold, this piece is perfect for those seeking a statement ring with elegant flair.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Nugget Ring for Men, 0.25ct Pave Set Diamonds, 1970
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This bold 14K yellow gold men’s ring features a free-style nugget design, combining rugged texture with refined elegance.
Diamond, 14k Gold
3 Carat Pear Statement Fancy pink Gold Rare Fancy-Color Splendour Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Diamond shape & cut: Pear cut Colour family: Fancy Yellow Clarity profile: On Request Approximate total carat weight: 3 carats Metal & finish: 14K White Gold (other gold colo...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Pear Diamond Ring Statement Fancy blue green White Gold Colour-Collector
Located in Mumbai, IN
Diamond shape & cut: Pear cut Colour family: Fancy Yellow Clarity profile: On Request Approximate total carat weight: 1 carats Metal & finish: 14K White Gold (other gold colo...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Emerald Bezel-Set Band Ring with Diamond Accents in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This band ring features a 1-carat octagon emerald set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Huge Vintage Blue Enamel Cocktail Ring Sz 7.5 14k Yellow Gold Fleur de Lis
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is hallmarked "585" for 14k gold.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1.53 Carat Oval Statement Fancy Pink White Gold Rare Fancy-Color Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Diamond shape & cut: Oval cut Colour family: Fancy Yellow Clarity profile: On Request Approximate total carat weight: 1.53 carats Metal & finish: 14K White Gold (other gold c...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Wedding Ring in 14k Yellow gold Perfect Luxury Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring is crafted in luxurious 14k yellow gold, featuring a vibrant 3.46 carat emerald-cut green gemstone as its stunning centerpiece.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette Sapphire 14K (18K Custom) Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Baguette Sapphire 14K (18K Custom) Gold Eternity Ring features a sleek row of baguette-cut sapphires set in luxurious 14K (18K Custom) gold, offering a timeless and sophisticated...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,059Sale Price / item|40% Off
Sky Blue Topaz 14k Gold Ring. Topaz Gold Ring !
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Sky blue Topaz 14k gold ring. Genuine Topaz ring. Topaz gold ring.
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold
1.92 Carat Natural Zambian Emerald and Diamond Halo Wrap Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement wrap ring showcases 14 vivid oval-cut Zambian emeralds totaling 1.92 carats, set in rich 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold 1.15ct Diamond Ribbon Wave Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite vintage ribbon-wave ring is finely crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, weighing 4.7 grams, and showcases a dazzling arrangement of 1.15 carats total diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Modern Nobility Modern Classic
Located in Mumbai, IN
Diamond shape & cut: Oval cut Colour family: Ruby Red Clarity profile: On Request Approximate total carat weight: 3 carats Metal & finish: 14K White Gold (other gold colours ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 1.08 Ct Emerald & Diamond Wedding Band Ring in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
A stunning celebration of vibrant color and timeless luxury, this exquisite ring is crafted in rich 14k yellow gold. It features a striking row of emerald-cut emeralds totaling 1.08 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,339Sale Price / item|20% Off
Emerald-Cut Pink 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Tourmaline Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern elegance meets timeless artistry in the Emerald-Cut Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Statement Ring. Crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, this ring showcases a vivid emerald-cut pink ...
Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Go...
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 30 Carat Amethyst Cabochon Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Details: Center Stone: 30.00 carat Amethyst Cabochon, deep purple color Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Finish: Hand-applied Florentine texture Ring Size: 8.75 (resizable) Total Weight: ...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Calista 14K Yellow Gold Ring with Peach Tourmaline & 0.35ctw Natural Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
The Calista ring is a warm and romantic design featuring a rare peach tourmaline set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
$3,255 / item
Emerald Compass 14K (18K Custom) Gold Signet Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sophisticated signet ring in 14K (18K Custom) gold features a striking emerald gemstone set in the center of a compass-inspired design.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Enamel Snake Ring 14k Yellow Gold Sz 6 Cultured Pearl Diamond Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is hallmarked "14k"
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yel...
$1,883Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine Ring
Located in София, BG
14k Yellow Gold Ring with Fancy-Cut Citrine — Crafted by Antonio Gems This elegant 14k yellow gold ring showcases a vibrant 4.16 ct fancy-cut Citrine, radiating warm golden tones tha...
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.45ct Emerald Diamond Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Sz 7.75 Pear Cut Cocktail
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is hallmarked "14k"
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Open Bypass Octagon Cut Emerald & Diamond Toi et Moi Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This open bypass ring features a 0.88 carat, set in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,711 / item
Emerald Eternity 14K (18K Custom) Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14K (18K Custom) Gold Band Ring is a luxurious statement piece, featuring a continuous row of rich green emeralds that are carefully set in a timeless eternity design.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
70s Kunzite Square Ring Sz 6.5 Heavy Band Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is not hallmarked though it has tested positive for 14k gold.
Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
25 Carat Oval Statement Royal Blue Sapphire 14K White Gold Grand Palais Radiance
Located in Mumbai, IN
We refine the inside edges, pressure points and balance of this High Jewelry Statement Ring in 14K White Gold so that the ring feels reassuringly present without pinching, spinning o...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Marquise Cut Ruby & Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold 1.29 CTW
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring features 1 marquise cut natural ruby totaling 1.29 carats, set in rich 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Zebra Ring 14k Yellow Gold Band Sz 6.5 Black Enamel Stripes Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is not hallmarked though it has tested positive for 14k gold.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
0.19 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Open Statement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Carat Weight: 0.19 Stone Type: Natural Certification: Yes Metal: 14K Yellow Gold, 14K White Gold, 14K Rose Gold Ring Size: 6.5 (sizable) Primary Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Prima...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.3 Carat Emerald cut Brilliant Statement Royal Blue Sapphire SI 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Your preferred finger size, proportions and wearing habits are all considered as we adapt this High Jewelry Statement Ring in 14K White Gold, fine-tuning height, width and under-gall...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
70s Diamond Square Ring Sz 5 Stacking Band Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is not hallmarked though it has tested positive for 14k gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Benoite Ruby Diamond Ring, 14K Yellow Gold with Natural Rubies & Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
The Benoite Ring is a striking and luxurious piece crafted in 14K yellow gold, featuring a dazzling combination of natural rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Clover Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Experience the refined elegance of our exquisite Diamond Signet Ring. This piece, designed in 14K yellow gold, features a captivating clover-shaped motif adorned with approximately ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3 Carat Oval Statement Royal Blue Sapphire 14K Gold Quiet Power Modern Classic
Located in Mumbai, IN
Here, 3 carats of Royal Blue Sapphire gemstones are anchored by serious 14K White Gold work and a resolved High Jewelry Statement Ring architecture.
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
Huge 14K Yellow Gold Peridot Diamond Cocktail Ring, 13.50 Carats, USA
Located in North Hollywood, CA
It is made of 14K yellow gold with Marquise cut stones there are 12 stones all approximately 1 carat each to total 12 carats.
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond Mens Solitaire Signet Ring 5.11ct
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to present this exceptional GIA Certified men’s solitaire signet ring, masterfully crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and designed to make a powerful statement.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
80s Vintage Amethyst Diamond Link Ring Sz 6.75 Wide Band 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is hallmarked "14k". Please note that vintage and pre-owned jewelry may test slightly below the stamped or tested standard due to...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.7 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Heirloom-Worthy Glow Heirloom
Located in Mumbai, IN
We refine the inside edges, pressure points and balance of this High Jewelry Statement Ring in 14K White Gold so that the ring feels reassuringly present without pinching, spinning o...
Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold
8 Carat Cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Heirloom-Worthy Glow
Located in Mumbai, IN
Diamond shape & cut: Round cut Colour family: Ruby Red Clarity profile: On Request Approximate total carat weight: 8 carats Metal & finish: 14K White Gold (other gold colours...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Cushion Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Modern Nobility High Jewellery
Located in Mumbai, IN
Your preferred finger size, proportions and wearing habits are all considered as we adapt this High Jewelry Statement Ring in 14K White Gold, fine-tuning height, width and under-gall...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1ct, 11x7mm Australian Opal Ring w Natural Diamonds in 14K White and Yellow Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
This elegant ring features a captivating 1.13ct fancy-shaped Boulder Opal from Australia, showcasing vibrant natural color play within an 11x7mm head size. Accented by 10 sparkling d...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,156Sale Price|20% Off
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring With Pave Diamonds Made In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Rich in color and timeless in style, this cocktail ring showcases a vivid Ceylon Blue Sapphire surrounded by a halo of shimmering pave-set diamonds. Crafted in 14KT yellow gold, the ...
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8 Carat Oval Statement Royal Blue Sapphire 14K White Gold Heirloom-Worthy Glow
Located in Mumbai, IN
Your preferred finger size, proportions and wearing habits are all considered as we adapt this High Jewelry Statement Ring in 14K White Gold, fine-tuning height, width and under-gall...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.86 Carat Vibrant Green Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond in 14KY Gold Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Statement Ring Metal: 14K Yellow Gold (Hypoallergenic and safe for daily wear, including in the shower) Size: 7 1/4 (Adjustable) Weight: 2.59g Center Stone Detai...
Diamond, Emerald, 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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