$880Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary 4.19ct Rainbow Moonstone Round Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Ring feature 4.19 carats of Rainbow Moonstone. The Ring are an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminine hues. Their contemporary a...
Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pomellato Starfish Moonstone & White Topaz 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Sz 7
By Pomellato
Located in Feasterville, PA
Crafted from luxurious 18k yellow gold, this ring features a starfish design that merges organic inspiration with refined craftsmanship.
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Carved Moonstone Face Sun Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Carved Moonstone Face Sun Ring.
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,250Sale Price|22% Off
Leyser "Raindance" 18k Rose Gold Moonstone Mandarin Garnet Diamond Ring
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine gemstones. This 18k rose gold (9.52g) ring is set with 2x orange Moonstone Cabouchons (6.82ct) and 3...
Moonstone, Diamond, Other, Garnet, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Large 18K Gold Moonstone Black Diamond and Diamond Cocktail Ring 26 Grams
Located in Plantation, FL
An impressive and substantial 18 karat gold moonstone and diamond cocktail ring, centered by a large marquise-shaped faceted moonstone exhibiting soft adularescent glow and elegant t...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Blue Sapphire Marquise & Rainbow Moonstone Round Ring In 18K Yellow Gold
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Ring feature 2.95 total carats of Gemstone. The Ring are an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminine hues. Their contemporary and ...
Blue Sapphire, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2000s Cartier Moonstone Tank Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with a Moonstone. Signed by Cartier Circa 2000 Size 54 (US 7) 8 mm wide Comes with its Certificate of Authenticity.
Moonstone, 18k Gold
Peach Moonstone and Diamond Dome 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking 1970s peach moonstone and diamond cocktail ring, crafted in 18K yellow gold, features a grand 35-carat oval cabochon-cut peach moonstone as its centerpiece.
Moonstone, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$780Sale Price|20% Off
Tanzanite & Rainbow Moonstone Pear shape Ring In 18K Yellow Gold
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Ring feature 2.12 carats of Gemstone. The Ring are an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminine hues. Their contemporary and modern...
Tanzanite, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
DBD Golden Moonstone Diamond Ring
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DBD Golden Moonstone Diamond Ring features a glimmering gold Moonstone and studded with gold 'kundan' set brilliant-cut diamonds on a band. A perfect stylish dress ring to adorn any ...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ceylon Moonstone Blue Sapphire Diamond Pavé Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
This one of a kind 18K Yellow gold ring, handmade in Belgium by jewelry designer Joke Quick, showcases a combination of Ceylon moonstones, blue Sapphires, unheated blue sapphires, a...
Diamond, Sapphire, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Statement 9.86 CTW Moonstone Cocktail Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement 9.86 CTW Moonstone Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural moonstone of 9.86 carats.
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 4.07Ct Moonstone and 5.95Ct Diamond, 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning fine and impressive vintage cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The pierced decorated, multi-claw cluster design displays a stunning feature 4.07ct caboc...
Diamond, Moonstone, White Gold
Three Stone Rose Moonstone Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Moonstone cocktail three stone ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality.
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Unique Textured Wide Band Ring Moonstone Diamonds Sterling Silver 18K Gold R6645
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Unique Textured Wide Band Ring Moonstone Diamonds Sterling Silver 18K Gold R6645 ♥ The item measures 12.4mm in length, 5mm in width, and 5.1mm in thickness.
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Moonstone Large White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Large Moonstone Ring by Cartier.
Moonstone, 18k Gold
Edwardian Moonstone Diamond Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped moonstone cabochon measuring 9.5 x 12.5 mm Translucent body with vivid blue adularescence Carved with an intaglio of the Greek goddess, Demeter Depicted trad...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Unique Half Eternity Rainbow Moonstone Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Mom Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unique Half Eternity Rainbow Moonstone Band Ring in 18k Yellow Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Moonstone Three-Stone Ring, Unisex
Located in Dallas, TX
This lovely ring is in 18 karat yellow gold and supports an inverted round ruby, flanked by two bezel-set, inverted, round rainbow moonstones.
Ruby, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Moonstone Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An impressive cocktail ring featuring an impressive moonstone weighting 55.70 carats.
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
Moonstone, Carve Jade, Cabochon Ruby, Diamond Butterfly Rings in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Moonstone 4.31 carats, Cabochon Ruby 0.12 carat, Jade 6.45 carats, Diamond 0.48 carat Rings set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 3.5 cm Length: 2.8 cm Ring Size: 52 Total We...
Diamond, Jade, Moonstone, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victor Mayer Celeste Ring, 18k White Gold, Moonstone, Diamonds 0, 08 Ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Celeste Ring, 18k White gold, aquamarine, diamonds 0,08 ct Typical Victor Mayer - this rings features exquisite materials and rare craftsmanship.
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
13.53 Carat Moonstone Multicolored Gemstones Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K white gold ring features multicolored gemstones and oval shape Moonstone 13.53 cts
Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold 2.78ct Blue Moonstone Nugget Dual Textured Elongated Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Prongs Weight: 12.51 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Moonstone, Ruby, Spinel, Yellow Gold
Moon stone Ring in Grey Titanium and 18 k 750 White Gold MXHM
By Maximilian Hemmerle
Located in München, DE
Grey moonstone cabochon ring in grey titanium and 18k 750 white gold featuring a sculptural contemporary MXHM design with a natural gemstone and matte layered contours.
Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold, Titanium
18K Yellow Gold Platinum 53.66 Carat Cat's Eye Pink Moonstone Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Entirely Handmade One of a Kind Cocktail Ring Featuring an Amazing and Huge 53.66 Cat's Eye Cabochon Pink Moonstone.
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Moonstone, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Moonstone 2.59 carats, Blue Sapphire 1.10 carats and Diamond 0.12 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.4 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 6.72 grams "W...
Diamond, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Moonstone Adularia Yellow Gold Ring Natural
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with natural Adularia Moonstone moonstone origin - Sri Lanka moonstone measurements - 5 х 5 х 7 in / 5 х 5 х 7 mm stone weight - 1.2 carats ring weight - 4.72 gr...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 2.9 Carats Fire Opal Emerald Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A fanciful assortment of 7x9 mm Mexican fire opal, 5x7 mm emerald, and 2 approximately 5mm cabochons of a deeper shape of fire opal and shimmering blue rainbow moonstones are arrange...
Emerald, Fire Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver Bora Ring with Wing Motif and Rainbow Moonstone
By Bora Jewels
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This exquisite ring by Bora features a beautifully sculpted wing motif, crafted from luminous 18K yellow gold and oxidized sterling silver, creating a striking interplay of textures ...
Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid Century French Style Moonstone Emerald Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in San Francisco, CA
A refined mid century ring inspired by the elegance of French Belle Époque and Art Deco design. Crafted in 18 karat white gold, the ring is centered by two luminous cabochon moonston...
Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, White Gold
Unisex 8.6 CTW Moonstone Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex 8.6 CTW Moonstone Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural moonstone of 8.6 carats and diamonds of 0.18 carats.
Moonstone, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Unisex 8.6 CTW Moonstone Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex 8.6 CTW Moonstone Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural moonstone of 8.6 carats and diamonds of 0.18 carats.
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Moonstone Kyanite Diamond Vermeil Statement Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Dome shaped Moonstone, Kyanite and Diamond statement cocktail ring mounted in Vermeil Sterling Silver with an 18k inner band US size 7
Diamond, Moonstone, Other, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Moonstone and Diamond Gold Vintage Dome Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Moonstone and Diamond Gold Dome Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely Hand set 1 Carat Moonstone, accented by Diamonds, weighing approx. .03tcw.
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Diamond Sapphire Moonstone Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun multi-color cocktail ring featuring sapphires, diamonds and moonstones.
Diamond, Sapphire, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Moonstone Fashion Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This adorable right hand ring will look perfect on your hand with trending cabochon cut moonstone that has magical shifting blue color. Sleek and classic in design, this size 6.5 is ...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold, Moonstone and Diamond Ring by Gunnar Fahlström Made 1959
Located in Stockholm, SE
This vintage ring is crafted in 18-karat white gold, featuring a cabochon-cut moonstone with a smooth, polished surface. The gemstone has a rich gray-brown hue, exuding depth and war...
Diamond, Moonstone, White Gold
Moonstone Adularia Gold Ring Pearly White Cabochon Stone
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with natural Moonstone Adularia moonstone origin - India stone measurements - 0.16 х 0.20 х 0.28 in / 4 х 5 х 7 mm stone weight - 0.9 carats ring weight - 4.49 g...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamonds and Moonstone Blackened Gold Frog Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and Whimsical Finely Detailed Gold Frog Ring. Hand crafted in Blackened 18K White Gold. Hand set with a 0.66 Carat Moonstone and Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.87tcw.
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Moonstone and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Hand crafted 18K Yellow Gold mounting. Ring size 6.5, we offer ring resizing.
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Moonstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A vintage moonstone and diamond 18 karat yellow gold cluster ring. The centre cabochon cut moonstone is surrounded by a cluster of 11 claw set old mine cut diamonds of 1.10 carats a...
Moonstone, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Revival Rainbow Moonstone Cabochon Yellow Gold Split Band Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Perfectly combining naturalistic designs with bold, dynamic architecture, this Art Nouveau rainbow moonstone revival ring checks all the boxes. The ethereal rainbow moonstone display...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,950 / item
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Double Moonstone Snake Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Two luminous moonstones form the captivating heads of this sculptural snake ring, gracefully coiling around the finger in an elegant, fluid silhouette. Crafted in Faye’s signature 18...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 38.8 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Cabochon Gold Silver Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An elegant 15 x 26 mm cushion shaped rainbow moonstone cabochon is held in an ancient inspired "4 point with spirals" Steven Battelle accented 18K bezel atop a wide and comfortable d...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
3.65ct Blue Moonstone with Blue Sapphire Halo in 18K White Gold
By Soley Gems
Located in Westport, CT
Set of polished white gold, Thalina is a ring of quiet power and celestial beauty. Details: • 18K White Gold: 3.8 g • Blue Sapphire: 0.36 ct • Blue Moonstone: 3.65 ct • Natural gems...
Diamond, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Impressive Moonstone Diamond Yellow Sapphire Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A bold cocktail ring featuring a large gem quality moonstone weighing 58.80 carats.
Diamond, Moonstone, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Burmese Moonstone Eternity Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim set spectacular Burmese Moonstone cabochons into her signature 18 karat gold matte-finished bezels. The fiery blue incandescent stones are ethereal, and the eternity-style b...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Vivianna Torun for Georg Jensen Moonstone and Gold Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
The ring is stamped Georg Jensen 18K 750 Torun 915 Denmark.
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Cabochon Moonstone & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Moonstone Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian cluster ring showcases a stunning cabochon moonstone at its heart, radiating a captivating play of light.
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Ceylon Blue Moonstone Daisy Cocktail Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Take a walk on the glamorous side with this Faye Kim 18K Gold Ceylon Blue Moonstone Daisy cocktail ring.
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Blue Topaz and Moonstone Flower Rose Gold Ring
By Brumani
Located in Greenwich, CT
Passion for jewelry, design, precious gems, for the art and uniqueness of the “handmade” and the pursuit of excellence in every detail... are some of the ingredients to create this B...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Moonstone, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ring with Moonstone & Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This statement ring is crafted in 18-karat white gold and features a striking 35.00-carat cabochon-cut moonstone, known for its captivating glow that shifts with the light. Surroundi...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handmade Bezel Heart Opaque Moonstone White Gold Ring 6.75
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
Handmade Bezel Heart Opaque Moonstone White Gold Ring 18 Karat White gold all around band, 7 mm wide, bezel heart design embracing nine opaque moonstones which weigh 4.25 carats. O...
Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.00 Carat Moonstone and RBC Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Ring Size 6.5, we offer ring resizing. Beautifully Hand crafted Platinum and 18K Gold mounting.
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Rainbow Moonstone Ring, 15.17ct, Size 7.5
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's mesmerizing 18 Karat Gold Rainbow Moonstone Hinged Ring reflects a bluish, milky light. The shape, polish, and matte gold finish enhance the moonstone's striking rainbow e...
Diamond, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby 4.26 carats with Moonstone 1.68 carats Ring set in 18K Rose Gold S
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 4.26 carats with Moonstone 1.68 carats Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 59 Total Weight: 10.06 grams "We first opened door...
Moonstone, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose 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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