$4,256Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Belt Buckle Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Diamond Belt Buckle Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this diamond belt buckle ring showcases a sculptural buckle motif accented with round diamonds totaling appro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary diamond sapphire 18k yellow gold bypass ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This contemporary bypass ring is a bold and elegant jewel from the 2010’s, crafted in warm 18k yellow gold with a refined combination of diamond and sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 1.03ct Diamond Ring MF05-020226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This dazzling ring is ideal for everyday wear. A 0.83 carat cushion cut Diamond makes a statement at the center, while additional Diamonds totaling 0.20 carats extend onto the band f...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Solitaire 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful classic solitaire engagement ring in 18k white gold. This is the ideal ring for the woman who craves the classic, traditional look!
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chaumet Vintage diamond 18k yellow gold dome ring
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant vintage Chaumet diamond dome ring is a refined 1970’s design, beautifully crafted in rich 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pomellato 18K Yellow Gold Jadeite & .18tcw Diamond Ring
By Pomellato
Located in New York, NY
A distinctive Pomellato ring crafted in 18k yellow gold, showcasing the brand’s signature blend of bold form and refined materials.
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.00 Carats Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Add a touch of color on your look, and elevate your sophistication, and charm. Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with a 1 piece of GIA Certified Fancy Light Brownish Yellow of 2,00 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$619Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Diamond Sideways Cross Ring Diamond Wedding Band
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
One of our most popular rings, the Diamond Sideways Cross Ring, is a simplistic gold ring that is ideal for daily use.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Belle Epoque diamond ring in 18k gold, 0.55 ct diamonds, cluster ring
Located in PARIS, FR
French Belle Epoque Diamond ring in 18 karat white gold and platinum. In the center, 4 old-cut and 2 rose-cut diamonds are arranged in a scroll, framed by comma lines adorned with 14...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$2,520Sale Price|30% Off
18k White Gold Fashion Ring with Diamonds 5US
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Categories: Fashion Rings, Rings Primary Stone: White Diamond Primary Stone Color: White Metals and Materials: 18k Gold, White Gold Total Weight: 4.96 g Ring Size: 5 Sizable: No
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold 6.70ct Diamond Ring MF08-021026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Despite the traditional three-stone design, this luxury ring is anything but ordinary. At the center, a 4.90 carat Cognac Diamond adds a touch of warmth and sophistication to the ove...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.23 Carat 18k White Gold Baguette Diamond Ring
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning ring features 89 baguette-cut diamonds totaling 2.23 carats, set in high-quality 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
18k White Gold Pearl Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a large 18k white gold cocktail ring with a 14mm round pearl sat atop the ring while the accent diamonds seemingly flow out from beneath the pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,400 / item
Fancy Diamond & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fancy Diamond & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold 0.42 Cts of Fancy Yellow Diamond & 0.51 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 8.1 Grams of 18K White/Yellow Gold Available in othe...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold
$616Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Emerald Gemstone Weight - 0.41 ct Gemstone pcs - 3 Gemstone shape - Marquise Gemstone size - 5 x 2.5 mm Diamond weigh...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$3,036Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Genuine Diamond Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Diamond Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$2,660Sale Price|20% Off
Striking Fluorite & Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Striking Fluorite & Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this statement ring centers on a vivid 14 carat green fluorite framed by 1.25 carats total weight...
Diamond, Fluorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Rose Gold Diamond Pave Set Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring is crafted in luxurious 18k rose gold and features an opulent pavé setting of diamonds that envelops the entire outer surface.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Modernist 18K White Gold 0.75ct Diamond Bar Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant modernist diamond ring in solid 18K white gold, set with five clean and bright round diamonds totaling approximately 0.75 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$640Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold & Platinum Crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum-topped setting, this diamond solitaire ring has a clean, timeless design that sui...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Crossover Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 7.5 Width: 12.11mm wide Markings: “T864” "750" Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.7 grams Diamonds: 0.46 carats
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and 18K White Gold Unisex Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* A glorious 4.7 carat Diamond cocktail ring, with a VS quality 1.0 carat center stone.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1.50ct Diamond 4.00ct Green Tourmaline 18k Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Their vibrant green hue creates a dramatic contrast against the scintillating diamonds, enhancing the ring’s dimensional beauty and botanical inspiration.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 0.57cts Fancy Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat white gold and features a set wit...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Floral By-pass Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning floral-inspired bypass ring crafted in luxurious 18K white gold. Featuring a total of 2.03 carats of dazzling diamonds, this ring s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
A Delightful 1.25ct Padparadscha Sapphire & Diamond 18k Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
This exquisite estate 18k yellow gold ring boasts a stunning 1.25ct Padparadscha Sapphire as the main stone, accompanied by 1.43ct of sparkling clean and white diamonds.
Padparadscha Sapphire , Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial-U-Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Personal Jewellery Diamond 0.10 Carat Initial -U- Letter Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold A truly captivating trend happening in the jewellery and luxury fashion world. Personalised, bespoke ...
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Tsavorite Lace cutout 18K vintage style diamond ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
Size: 53 Tsavorite: 1.1. ct Diamond: 0.283ct 18K gold Total : 6.6 g
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Tourmaline, Turquoise & Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a tourmaline, turquoise gemstone set with a halo sparkling diamond.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold 3.12ct Diamond Ring MF13-011626
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring shines brightly from every angle. Set in 18K yellow gold, Diamonds with a total weight of 3.12 carats allow it to instantly elevate any ensemble.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Yellow Diamond White Diamond 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This striking 18K gold ring features beautiful Yellow diamond at the centre, surrounded by a bold pattern of marquise and round diamonds which enables the light to sparkle in a uniqu...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.68ct Sapphire 2.09ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking statement of elegance and sophistication, this exquisite ring showcases a richly saturated oval-cut sapphire weighing approximately 3.68 carats, beautifully framed by appr...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French sapphire diamond cluster ring in 18k gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Sapphire diamond cluster ring in 18 karat gold. Cluster ring centered with a sapphire surrounded by 12 diamonds. The sapphire is dark blue, oval faceted cut, and weighs 1.80 carats. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier, 18K White Gold and Diamond Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in luminous 18K white gold, this ring features three intertwined moving bands, with all bands meticulously adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 2.85 car...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby & Diamond 18K White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
The ring is made of 18K white gold and features a bold ruby cabochon surrounded by a cluster of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 0.82cts Fancy Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat YELLOW gold and features a set wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K White Gold 0.80ct Diamond Beaded Openwork Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Its edges feature white gold beads in polished finish, framing a curb-style chain pattern embellished with pave-set diamonds. The ring's top dimensions measure 17mm by 10mm.This bran...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 3.09ct Diamond Ring MF01-011926
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
An opulent 18K Yellow Gold setting makes ring a unique addition to any luxury jewelry collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 0.71 carats with Diamond 0.14 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 0.7 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 4.19 grams "We first opened doors in 1980...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 0.50 carat with Diamond 0.21 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 0.6 cm Length: 0.6 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 2.90 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$747Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold 0.24 Carat Diamond Leaf Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning Diamond leaf ring is meant for peace and abundance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$616Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold 0.07 Carat Diamond Heart Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
0.07 ctw Diamond heart infinity ring is a unique piece that doesn't come around easily.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Marquise Twist Design Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Graceful 18K yellow gold signet-style ring showcasing a marquise diamond in a four-prong setting.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.98 Carats Diamond Flowers on Bars Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Flowers scattered on white gold bar ring. The ring is 18K White Gold The ring has 0.98Ct in Diamonds F/G VS/Si.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co 18k White Gold Diamond T Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co 18k White Gold Diamond T Ring Details: Ring size: 3.5 Hallmarked: T&Co, Au 750 Weight: 4.5 grams In excellent condition
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,376Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Diamond Studded Dome Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Studded Dome Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 1.6 carats.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Pave Band Ring 1.48ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' custom 18k white gold and diamond pave band ring. Stamped 18k, 750, D148.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18k White Gold 3 Diamond Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Cartier 18k White Gold 3 Diamond Love Ring is in excellent condition and ready to ship!
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$22,800Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman 18K Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully crafted in a sophisticated combination of 18K yellow and white gold, the ring features an impressive cluster of brilliant-cut diamonds arranged in a full, dimensional flo...
Diamond, 18k Gold
0.48 Carat Men's Diamond Satin Finish Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 18K White Gold The Diamond is 0.48 Carats J VS The ring has satin finish on the sides and high polish all over The ring weighs 8.6 grams The ring is a size 9.5, sizable.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
1.00 Carats Diamond Unusual Flat Sided Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Fun Flat Sided Ring. The ring is 18K White Gold. With 1.00Ct in Diamonds F/G VS/SI The ring is a size 7.75, not sizable due to the design.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$541Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Trio Diamond Band Ring Mini Diamond Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Beautiful and Sparkly Trio Diamond Band Ring is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 0.550cts Emerald & 0.120cts Diamond Ring 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an emerald gemstone set within a halo of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
8.11 Carat Aquamarine Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k white gold, this ring embodies modern sophistication.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco diamond 18k white gold engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This charming Art Deco diamond engagement ring is a beautiful piece from the 1930’s, crafted in 18k white gold with a delicate and timeless silhouette.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian rubellite diamond 18k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Colorful, romantic, and full of Victorian charm, it is perfect for someone who appreciates unusual gemstones, early diamond cuts, and one-of-a-kind antique cluster rings.
Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.64ct Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in Broomall, PA
A trio of colorful Sapphire gemstones totaling 2.33 carats make this radiant ring endlessly charming. On each side of the sleek 18K Yellow Gold setting, sparkling Diamonds with a tot...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k 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 diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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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