Exceptional rose-cut diamond and black enamel ring. Western Europe, c.1680–1700.
Located in London, GB
Exceptional rose-cut diamond and black enamel ring. Western Europe, circa 1680–1700
Exceptional rose-cut diamond and black enamel ring. Western Europe, c.1680–1700.
Located in London, GB
Exceptional rose-cut diamond and black enamel ring. Western Europe, circa 1680–1700
Italian Baroque Turquoise Gold Bow Ring Antique 18th Century Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
An unusual example of a scarce seven-stone bow ring dating from the early 18th century, circa 1700
Turquoise, Gold
C1680 Stuart Period Paste Cluster Ring with Center Almandine Garnet
Located in Baltimore, MD
Unusual English Stuart period paste cluster ring with 8 rose cut pastes set in silver and backed in
Garnet, 18k Gold, Enamel
$4,900
Ring Emerald Gents
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring are a one-of-a kind execution from the Renaissance era! Featuring 260 round
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
UNIVERSAL EQUINOCTIAL RING SUN DIAL NICOLAS BION, PARIs, CIRCA 1700
Located in Madrid, ES
UNIVERSAL EQUINOCTIAL RING SUN DIAL NICOLAS BION, PARIS, CIRCA 1700 A RARE EQUINOCTIAL RING signed
Brass
Unavailable
Antique English Gold Band Posy Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Posy Ring ‘Vertue Gaineth Glory’ England, c. 1700 Gold Weight 2 gr.; circumference 46.68 mm.; US
Gold
18th Century Gold Posy Ring "Let Virtue Be Thy Guide"
Located in Sale, Cheshire
. It's crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, and dates from around 1700. Posy Rings (aka posie, poesy, posey
18k Gold
Delft Blue and White Dish with Bird on a Double Ring, 1700-1750
By Delft
Located in ROSSUM, GE
Blue and white dish with bird on a double ring Delft or Western-Netherlands, 1700-1750 Blue
Ceramic, Majolica
Stuart Gold Posy Ring 'Love Is The Bond Of Peace' Circa 1700
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully rare posy ring dating back to the late 1600s to the early 1700s. The ring is
22k Gold
17th Century Engraved Gold Posy Ring, circa 1700
Located in London, GB
17th century engraved gold posy ring, 'Constancy weth affection.' A rare ring, the exterior of the
Yellow Gold
Antique Stuart Rock Crystal Ring Gold Wire Cipher circa 1700 Georgian English
Located in London, GB
An exquisite early 18th century Stuart rock crystal ring. Inlaid with a knotted gold wire cypher
Rock Crystal, Gold
Rose-Cut Diamond and Blue Enamel Ring. England, circa 1680–1700.
Located in London, GB
Rose-Cut Diamond and Blue Enamel Ring. England, circa 1680–1700. Measurements Ring size N UK
Rare Antique Gold Spanish Nun's Ring Rose Cut Table Cut Diamonds Museum
Located in London, GB
A very scarce early 18th century Spanish gold ‘nun’s ring’, circa 1700. These rings, belonging to
Diamond, Gold
Antique Georgian 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Top Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful antique engagement ring with rose cut diamonds. Item #R0577 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Top Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful antique engagement ring rose cut diamonds. Item #R0575 Metal: Silver & 18K Yellow Gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 1700s 22k Yellow Gold Wedding Band
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
our diverse antique yellow gold rings and estate jewelry collections This exceptional, fine and
Yellow Gold
Antique Spinel, Gold and Silver Ring, circa 1750
Located in Aspen, CO
be sized. This delicate piece probably made in Europe, second quarter of the 1700's. Similar rings
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver
Italian Silver Gilt Signet Men's Ring 1700's
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 18th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 9 Weight: 19.7 gr The 18th century signet
Silver, Vermeil
Scarce Baroque Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring Bow Circa 1700
Located in London, GB
century, circa 1700. The ring was made in Western Europe (probably Germany) and truly encapsulates the
Diamond, Ruby
Post-Medieval enamel mourning ring, circa 1706.
Located in London, GB
Post-Medieval enamel mourning ring. A smoothly conforming half round band, featuring an engraved
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Georgian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Stunning Georgian engagement ring with Rose cut diamonds and an emerald center. Item #R0579
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Remarkable Georgian 1.80 Carat Diamond Rare Panel Ring, circa 1790
Located in Napoli, IT
Understated Past Beauty Bound to last forever this amazing late 1700 ring is a statement ring of
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Gold posy ring circa 1700
Located in London, GB
Very eye-catching, chunky and heavy gold posy ring, circa 1700. Made of a very high grade of gold
Gold
CREATION RING , NIGERIA ca 1700
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a very rare creation ring symbolizing the importance of family and the spirit of the unification of
Mourning Ring circa 1758
Located in Austin, TX
Circa 1700?s. Please see bellandbird.com for more of our rings.
Antique Red Garnet Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
era Beloved and meaningful gemstone made the star of many top end jewels during the whole 1700 This
Diamond, Garnet, 15k Gold
Maple William and Mary Splay-leg Canted Top Tavern Table
Located in Providence, RI
tavern table, New England, circa 1700-30. The ring and bulbous turnings, though thin, are more refined
Maple
$2,400Sale Price|50% Off
Tourmaline & Natural Pearl Ring, Georgian
Located in Northampton, MA
A bright pink tourmaline weighing .60 carats is surrounded by 10 luminous natural saltwater pearls in this antique buttery 18K yellow gold ring. This gorgeous jewel dates from around...
Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$504Sale Price / set|20% Off
W 0.2 in L 0.26 in
Deep Green Octagon emerald Stud Earrings Set in 18k Solid Yellow Gold Settings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Deep Green Octagon emerald Stud Earrings Set in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need stud earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a ...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold Sz 5.75 Fine Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish antique Victorian era ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. One opal measures 7mm x 5mm, accented with 14 estimated 0.02 carat old rose cut diamonds....
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Carved Opal & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Carved Five Stone Opal Ring 18ct Gold Victorian Circa 1880 Beautiful Hand Carved Ring Set with Five Fabulous Opals & Old Cut Diamonds Face of The Ring Measures Appr...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Ancient Roman engraved ring featuring Victory, circa 2nd-3rd century AD.
Located in London, GB
Ancient Roman engraved ring featuring Victory. The central domed plaque engraved with a detailed winged figure of Victory, flanked by trumpeting smoothly integrated shoulders which ...
Edwardian Turquoise and Diamond Point Five-Stone 15 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This wonderful turquoise five stone ring is modelled in 18ct gold and features eight small diamond points that sit between the oval turquoise stone cabochons. Ring Size: J 1/2 or 5...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Georgian Rose Diamond Cluster Ring 1790's
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval blue enamel plaque with applied old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamond floral and foliate decoration, closed back settings throughout, with engraved bright-cut decoratio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Edwardian Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An exquisite three-stone ring set with beautiful square cut emeralds which total 30pts. Surrounding the bright emeralds there is a halo of diamonds. The diamonds total 48pts and the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Minimalist Olive Green Maxi Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Olive green maxi dress with a high waist and sleeveless sleeves by Moschino. Details: Fully Lined Side Pockets Back Zip Closure Estimated Size: M-L Color: Olive Green Fabr...
18K Gold 6.55cts Bezel Set Men's Colombian Emerald Solitaire Gypsy Signet Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning, Colombian emerald signet bezel ring in 18K yellow gold. This gorgeous statement-size solitaire ring carries a 6.55-carat ethically mined emerald in a secure ...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Unbranded Two-Tone Sapphire Men's Ring in 14K White Gold Size 8.75
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Unbranded Two-Tone ring 14K White Gold & 18K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamonds Main Stone Sapphire 3.25ct Diamond 2.25ct Diamond Clarity VS Color Grade G Ring Size 8.75 Ring Wei...
Diamond, Sapphire, Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald Bezel Mens Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Solitaire Men's Ring, weighing 15.4 grams, the ring showcases a ~3.0 carat Emerald-Cut Emerald (10.65 x 7.6 x 6.1mm) in a bezel setting. A simple and classy r...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Turquoise and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central stone is a turquoise cabochon and either side it sit two old mine cut diamonds. The diamonds total approx 50pts. The stones are set in platinum and the ring is modelled i...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Hot Air Balloon Miniature Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Georgian Enamel Hot Air Balloon Pendant in 14k Gold (c. 1783–1800) This remarkable pendant showcases a Georgian-era enamel miniature (circa 1783–1800), exquisitely hand-painted with...
14k Gold
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
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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