14K Pink Gold Round Cut Diamond Twisted Rope Bypass Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This delicate 14K pink gold ring features a charming twisted rope-texture band that gives it a vintage-inspired yet modern feel.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Triple Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This bold and luxurious 14K pink gold dome ring makes a powerful style statement.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Diamond Double Heart Bypass Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This charming ring features a romantic double heart bypass design, crafted in polished 14K pink gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Diamond Twisted Infinity Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond twisted band, a perfect fusion of classic warmth and modern artistry. Crafted in radiant 14K pink gold, the ring features ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Diamond Pave Disc Halo Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
The central cluster is framed by a polished 14K pink gold rim and finished with a delicate outer halo of shimmering diamonds for maximum radiance.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14k White Gold Pink Sapphire and Diamond Heart Ring #14005
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Pink Sapphire and Diamond Heart Ring Size 4.25 JAGi Certified- This lovely heart ring features 54 round pink sapphires and 61 round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Diamond Double Row Heart Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This charming double-row ring is expertly crafted in 14K pink gold and features a romantic dual-heart design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Gold Pink Sapphire Heart Cut and Diamond Coil Band Ring, Unisex
Located in Nantucket, MA
An unusual 14K gold overlapping coil ring with a heart-shaped, faceted pink sapphire and a row on top of the band of round, brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Scattered Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This eye-catching 14K pink gold dome ring features a playful, organic arrangement of diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Diamond Pave Bypass Wrap Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
The entire surface is meticulously pave-set with shimmering brilliant-cut diamonds, set against the warm glow of polished 14K pink gold. This architectural piece offers a bold, wide-...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Elegant Round Pink Sapphire 14K (18K Custom) Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Elegant Pink Sapphire 14K (18K Custom) Gold Eternity Ring is a true embodiment of grace and luxury.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,128Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vintage Inspired Pink Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This halo ring is featuring a 0.3 ct oval pink sapphire set in 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.52ct Pink Sapphire & 0.92ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This enchanting Pink Sapphire & Diamond 14K (18K Custom) Gold Eternity Ring offers a refined and timeless elegance.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.96ct Oval Pink Sapphire & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning Oval Pink Sapphire Gemstone 14K (18K Custom) Gold Engagement Ring is a true statement of love and elegance.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire Ring with Earth-Mined Diamonds: Set in Solid 14K Gold, 7.5x5.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Exquisite 7.5x5.5mm Pink Sapphire Ring with sparkling Earth Mined Diamonds, set in Solid 14K Gold.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Stretch Ring in 14K White Gold – 1.50 Carats, Size 6
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Creator: ADA Jewelry Collection: Modern Stretch Collection Metal: 14K White Gold Gemstone: Natural Pink Sapphires Total Carat Weight: 1.50 Carats Ring Size: 6 (Stretch Fit – flexible...
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Chic Baguette Pink Sapphire 14K (18K Custom) Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K (18K Custom) gold, this Chic Baguette Pink Sapphire Band Ring combines modern sophistication with delicate beauty.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire & Diamond Halo Set Engagement 14K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The glorious gemstone radiates from within a sparkling halo of bright round brilliant cut diamonds. 14K Rose Gold. Ring Information Style: Art Deco Weight: 4.42 g.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Sapphire & Tourmaline Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pink Sapphire 14K Yellow Gold Tourmaline Diamond Halo Ring is a captivating blend of color and brilliance.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring - 14k Oval & Round 1.19ctw Three-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Pink Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.15ctw Cut: Ova...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire with Pink Sapphire Ring set in 14K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 1.94 carats with Pink Sapphire 0.44 carat Ring set in 14K White Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 4.24 grams "We first opened d...
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$15,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
Eternal Guardian Elephant Ring 14K Pink Gold, Rose Quartz- Handcrafted To Order
Located in ראשון לציון, IL
The inner ring is crafted entirely from 14K pink gold, offering both structural strength and a warm, luxurious feel when worn.
Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold
Green Peridot & Pink Sapphire Diamond Double Halo Set 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Gorgeous apple green peridot with pink sapphire and diamond ring, perfect for our friends born in August. Stunning 2.7 carat (approx) green peridot surrounded by total of .20 carat p...
Diamond, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k yellow gold ring set with pink quartz – 11.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with pink quartz – ring size US. 6 – EU. 16.5(52) detailed description: The top of the ring has a diameter of 2.4 cm wide by 1.1 cm high Ring size US 6 –...
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Pink Gold Heart Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring- Modern Design
Located in Antwerp, BE
Whether as a promise of love or a refined everyday accessory, this solitaire ring is a classic symbol of affection. Material : 14KT Pink Gold Gold Weight : 1.84 Gram Ring Size : EU...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
4.56ct Pink Sapphire & 2.22ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Diamond Pink 14K Yellow Gold Sapphire Eternity Ring is a breathtaking symbol of elegance and passion.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 3.19ct Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 3.19 Carat Diamond Natural Pink Tourmaline Ring – 14K Gold, 4.99g / 0.16 t oz Soft yet vivid, romantic yet precisely crafted, this pink tourmaline and baguette diamond...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
8.71ct Pink Sapphire & 0.66ct Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning Eternity Band Ring, crafted in 14K (18K Custom) Gold. Featuring a captivating row of carefully set pink sapphire gemstones, complem...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Octagon Pink Sapphire & Diamond Double Halo Set Engagement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Wear it with our same design earrings for your perfect look. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art Deco Gold Weight: 4.19 g.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Oval-Cut Pink Opal Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 5.80ct Pink Tourmaline 1.28tcw Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold and luxurious statement ring showcasing a vivid pink tourmaline framed by sparkling diamonds, crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pear Cut Pink Tourmaline 14k Gold Ring With Pink Enamel & Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 6.970g of solid 14KT gold, this ring is the epitome of modern "Quiet Luxury"—bold in its silhouette yet refined in its execution. The seamless integration of traditional e...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Pink & White Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pink & White Diamond 14K (18K Custom) Yellow Gold Band Ring is a sophisticated blend of color and brilliance.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire and Emerald Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Very pretty hand crafted pink sapphire and emerald engagement ring in 14K white gold.
Emerald, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
Kabana Opal & Pink Tourmaline 14k Yellow Gold Ring Size 7
By Kabana
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Authentic Kabana opal and pink tourmaline ring crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Opal, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$768Sale Price / item|20% Off
Handmade Natural Round Pink Sapphire & Diamond Bypass Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant bypass ring featuring 1 round cut pink sapphire totaling 0.58 carats, set in 14K yellow gold and featuring a vibrant 5 mm round cut pink sapphire totaling 0.58 carats.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Full Eternity Pink Sapphire Band Ring 0.46 Carat Bridal Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
An Unbroken Circle of Pink — Full Eternity Pink Sapphire Band Ring in 14K Solid Yellow Gold Details:- Item Code :- RIMJ-203 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone Weight - 0.46 C...
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
SBQ Tiny Flower Sparkle ring, 14K Rose gold, pink sapphire
By SEEN BY QUEEN
Located in PRAHA 3, CZ
SEEN BY QUEEN Tiny Flower Sparkle Ring is a playful, contemporary ring crafted in 14kt solid gold with a micro-set pink sapphire. The design features a small heart element that “danc...
Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold
4.95ct Step-Cut Pink Sapphire 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant step-cut pink sapphire eternity ring showcases a seamless circle of luminous pink sapphires, each carefully set in solid 14K gold to highlight their soft blush tone and ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.73 Carat Oval Cut Pink Sapphire Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
An elegant wedding band ring featuring an astonishing 0.73-carat oval cut pink sapphire, set in a beautiful wide 14K yellow gold band.
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.43ct Oval Pink Sapphire & Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant ring showcases a vivid oval-cut pink sapphire at its center, surrounded by a refined diamond halo that enhances its depth and brilliance.
14k Gold, White Gold
5.00ct Emerald-Cut Pink & Blue Sapphire 14K Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking emerald-cut eternity ring features a captivating gradient of pink and blue sapphires, expertly prong-set in polished 14K white gold for a crisp, modern finish.
14k Gold, White Gold
0.29ct Heart-Cut Pink Sapphire 14K Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This refined band ring is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, with an 18K gold option available by custom order.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.77ct Ombre Pink Sapphire Eternity Band Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning 14K (18K Custom) Rose Gold eternity band ring features a mesmerizing gradient of pink sapphires, seamlessly transitioning from light pink to deep rose hues.
14k Gold, Rose Gold
2.8 TCW Pink Sapphire Diamond Spiral Cocktail Band Ring 14k Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
2.8 TCW Pink Sapphire Diamond Spiral Cocktail Band Ring 14k Rose Gold features round cut diamonds making a spiral of 3 rings and ending with a heart cut pink sapphire set on the end ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Sapphire Natural Diamond Cluster Flower Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This botanical diamond ring features a blooming floral cluster of oval natural pink sapphires set in 14k solid gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
TriGemstone Sapphire Emerald & Pink Sapphire Ring with Diamonds in 14K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
. - 14K Rose Gold - Size: 7 - Total weight: 6.40 grams - 6x4mm Oval Pink Sapphire (0.50 carats) - 6x4mm Oval Blue Sapphire (0.50 carats) - 6x4mm Oval Emerald (0.45 carats) - 77 Roun...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Red Pink Round Floral Flower Cluster 14K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A stunning and beautiful design of the iconic Edwardian style flower cluster ring, featuring round ruby for its center and six round cut striking pink tourmaline beautifully set into...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Sapphire Natural Diamond Vine Gemstone Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Sapphire Shape: Mixed shape Carat: 2.26 ct Color: Pink Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 0.33 ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH ★ THE METAL ★ 14...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
SBQ Tiny Flower Sparkle ring, 14K Rose and White gold, pink sapphire
Located in PRAHA 3, CZ
SEEN BY QUEEN Tiny Flower Sparkle Ring is a playful, contemporary ring crafted in 14kt solid gold with a micro-set pink sapphire. The design features a small heart element that “danc...
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Ruby & Pink Sapphire 5.20ct. Floral Ring in 14K Rose Gold.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These gems are architecturally set to form a stunning unique ring. Ruby and pink sapphire ring in 14K rose gold.
Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
SBQ Tiny Heart Sparkle ring, 14K Rose and White gold, pink sapphire
Located in PRAHA 3, CZ
SEEN BY QUEEN Tiny Heart Sparkle Ring is a playful, contemporary ring crafted in 14kt solid gold with a micro-set pink sapphire. The design features a small heart element that “dance...
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
7.70ct Malachite Pink Quartz & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite Diamonds Malachite 14K Yellow Gold Pink Quartz Signet Ring features a blend of luxurious stones and fine craftsmanship.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,488Sale Price / item|20% Off
Antique Style Pear Cut Natural Pink Sapphire Signet Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Antique style signet ring showcases a 0.62 carat natural pear cut pink sapphire, set in 14K yellow gold.
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,440Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary 1.68Ct Pink Sapphire & Diamond Bypass Ring in 14K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant bypass ring is crafted in 14k white gold and features two emerald-cut pink sapphires, weighing 1.68 carats set in secure bezel settings at the open ends of the band.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$352Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Marquise Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring 14k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Marquise Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural sapphire of 0.25 carats and diamonds of 0.056 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Sapphire Natural Gemstone Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Sapphire Shape: Pink Carat: 1.32 ct Color: Pink Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 0.22 ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH ★ THE METAL ★ ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
Natural Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Ring in 14K Rose Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
❋ Diamond Shape : Pie Cut ❋ Diamond Type : Natural METAL DETAILS : =============== ❋ Metal Purity : Solid 14K Gold ❋ Metal Color : Rose Gold ❋ Ring Size : 7.00 US Approx
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
1ct Pink Sapphire Ring with Natural Diamond Halo: Solid 14K White Gold 6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Add a touch of elegance with this cushion-shaped pink sapphire ring, set in solid 14k white gold.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,603Sale Price|22% Off
Impressive Fancy Pink Sapphire Diamond Pink Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Pink Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 1-RND-0,01-H/VS2A Pink Sapphire 5-1,11ct Sapphire 4-0,89ct Weight 2.18 grams Size 16.5 With a heritage of ancient fine Sw...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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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