Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Diamond Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped A lovely circa 1920 diamond ring crafted in 18ct yellow gold with a platinum top.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Diamond solitaire ring. Set with a round old cut diamond, D colour, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 2.10 carats, in an open back claw setting, flanked by eight round eight cut diamonds...
Diamond, Platinum
Oval Diamond Cocktail Ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Oval diamond cluster ring. Set with twenty nine round old cut diamonds in open back grain settings with an approximate combined weight of 3.50 carats, to a curving oval cluster desig...
Diamond, Platinum
Aquamarine and diamond ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Aquamarine and diamond ring. Set to centre with an oval mixed scissor cut natural aquamarine in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 12.00 carats, flanked by twent...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Ornate Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Ornate diamond cluster ring, circa 1920. A platinum ring set with one central round old cut diamond in a claw setting weighing 2.09 carats, I colour, SI2 clarity, flanked by two roun...
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald-cut diamond solitaire diamond ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Emerald-cut diamond solitaire diamond ring. Set with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond, I colour, VS1 clarity with a weight of 4.63 carats in an open back claw setting, to an impressi...
Diamond
$3,970Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 1920's Diamond & Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique 1920's Shield Ring .90ct Brilliant Round Diamond White & Sparkly 8 Bright Red Rubies The Top is 18mm x 6mm 4.2 grams Platinum Size 5.5 We are Happy to Include an Ins...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1920 Art Deco Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920 Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.2 grams Diamond Details: Natural Diamonds, Old European Cut, .20ct total weight, G ...
Diamond, Platinum
1920 Art Deco Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920 Item Details: Ring Size: 3.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.7 grams Diamond Details Center Diamond: Natural Diamond, Old European Cut Weight...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond Solitaire Ring, English, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond solitaire ring. Set with a round old cut diamond, K colour, VS2 clarity, with an approximate weight of 4.85 carats, in an open back split claw setting, to an elegant ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Purple spinel and diamond cluster ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Purple spinel and diamond cluster ring. Set centrally with an oval old cut natural no heat purple spinel in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 1.80 carats, fu...
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
Art Deco 1920 Engagement Platinum Ring with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
Period: 1920's Style: Art Deco Metal: Platinum Natural Stone: Diamond Ring size: 7 1/2 (sizable).
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1920 Platinum Engagement Ring with Diamond
Located in Aventura, FL
This exquisite Art Deco engagement ring is expertly crafted in platinum and features a sparkling center European cut natural diamond of approximately 1.20 carats (H color, I1 clarity...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Diamond and sapphire cluster ring. Set to centre with one round old cut diamond in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 0.75 carats, further set with four calib...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 0.20ct Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This antique platinum diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Platinum
4.29 carat marquise diamond ring, French, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
4.29 carat marquise diamond ring. Set to centre with a marquise shape old cut diamond, J colour, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 4.29 carats in an open back claw setting, encircled by ...
Diamond, Platinum
1920's Old European Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Old World engagement Ring................ 18Kt White Gold Filigree Old European Cut Diamond Ring. One Old European Cut measuring 5.60 x 5.45 x 3.83 m.m., weighing approx. 0.67 ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Old Mine Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Old mine diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond, F colour, VS1 clarity, with a weight of 2.01 carats, in an open back claw setting, encircl...
Diamond, Platinum
Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphire in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight o...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920 14K Yellow Gold 1.25cttw Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920 Item Details: Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.3 grams Diamond Details: Natural Diamonds Old Mine Cut 1.25cttw Color: H-I Clar...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1920s 0.92 carat diamond and platinum solitaire engagement ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural no heat Ceylon sapphire in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weigh...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Diamond Snake Ring of 9ct Gold, Circa 1920
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A striking antique ring dating to 1920, designed as a sculptural snake crafted in 9ct gold, centered with a sparkling modern round brilliant diamond set upon its head.
Diamond, 9k Gold
Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a rectangular emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with no colour enhancement and insignificant clarity enhancement in...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1920 Art Deco Platinum Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
This exquisite Art Deco filigree ring showcases the era's masterful craftsmanship in lustrous platinum, featuring a beautiful 0.75-carat center diamond complemented by 0.16 carats of...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18kt Gold Cognac Citrine & Diamond Ring, Linköping 1920
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Ring width: 0.08–0.63 in. / 2-16mm. Marked Linköping, Sweden, 1920, with partially indistinct maker's mark, likely Nygård & Son.
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$4,460Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 1920's Art Deco Diamond & Emerald Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Art Deco 1920's Shield Ring Over 1.00ct Brilliant Old Cut Round Diamonds & French Cut Emeralds The Beautiful Diamonds average H Color SI Clarity 21.5mm Long x 14mm Wide ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920 1.70 Carat Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with 2 Old European cut center Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.50 carat, I color, VS clarity. The ring features smaller Old European cut Diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Black Opal and Diamond Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Art Deco black opal and diamond ring. Set to centre with an oval cabochon natural black opal in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 2.75 carats, further decora...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Asscher Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Asscher cut diamond ring. Set to centre with one central octagonal asscher cut diamond, I colour, VVS2 clarity, in an open back corner claw setting with a weight of 4.51 car...
Diamond, Platinum
1920 Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
1920 Antique old european cut diamond ring in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 0.51ct Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring, Circa 1920, Unisex
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive 1920s diamond cluster ring has been crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
8.46 carat Diamond and sapphire target ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
8.46 carat Diamond and sapphire target ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine cut diamond, O-P colour, SI1 clarity with a weight of 8.46 carats, in an open back rubover se...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Old mine diamond and ruby target ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Old mine diamond and ruby target ring. Set to center with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 3.30 carats, enclosed by sixteen...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1920 Art Deco 18kt yellow Gold & Platinum Diamonds Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
This beautiful geometric Art Deco ring, dating to circa 1910s–1920s, is finely crafted in 18K yellow gold with a platinum top. The design is set with 19 natural rose-cut diamonds wit...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive Old European cut diamond solitaire ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report certificate.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Solitaire Ring, Platinum, 0.25ct Old-Cut Diamond Circa 1920
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
A refined Art Deco platinum solitaire from circa 1920. Elegant, wearable, ideal for engagement ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Circa 1920 Platinum Emerald 0.57ct & Diamond 1.20ct Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4.84 carat old cut diamond solitaire ring, English, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
4.84 carat old cut diamond solitaire ring. Set with a round old cut diamond, N colour, SI1 clarity, with a weight of 4.84 carats, in an open back claw setting, to an elegant solitai...
Diamond, Platinum
Mauve Star Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Mauve star sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced mauve star sapphire with an approximate weight of 27.77 carats in an open back cl...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring. Centrally set with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 9.30 carats, flanke...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco purple sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco purple sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a natural no heat octagonal emerald-cut purple sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight ...
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco cabochon amethyst and diamond cluster ring, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco cabochon amethyst and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a natural round cabochon amethyst in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 12.00 carats, ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond and Ruby Target Ring, French, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond and ruby target ring. Centrally set with a round transitional cut diamond, F colour, VS1 clarity with an approximate weight of 2.46 carats, in an open back rubover se...
Diamond, Platinum
7.30 Carat Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring, French, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural no heat Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 7.30 carats, flanked b...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Boucheron Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, French, circa 1920
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Boucheron Colombian emerald and diamond ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine cut natural Colombian emerald with indications of minor clarity enhancement in an open back ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 1.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.04 carat diamond and platinum solitaire ring; part of our collection of diamond engagement rings.
Diamond, Platinum
Old cut diamond solitaire ring, English, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Old cut diamond solitaire ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond, D colour, SI1 clarity, with a weight of 2.31 carats in an open back claw setting, to an elegant solitaire ...
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
René Boivin marquise diamond coronet cluster ring, French, circa 1920.
By René Boivin
Located in London, GB
René Boivin marquise diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with a marquise shape old cut diamond in an open back grain setting, with an approximate weight of 1.00 carat, encirc...
Diamond, Platinum
1920, Antique 1.84 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading certificate for the feature diamond in addition to an independent diamond grading report card for the supporting stones.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique French Diamond and Yellow Gold Gent's Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive gent's antique diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report certificate.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1920 Platinum GIA certified 1.04ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Hand Made
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa 1920 Platinum GIA certified 1.04ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring This is a spectacular piece, a true hand made platinum engagement ring from the 20's.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 14k Gold Diamond Solitaire Ring, 0.63ct, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading certificate.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Colombian INSIGNIFICANT Emerald and Diamond Ring Circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald: 3.31 carats, GCS certified Diamonds: Old-cut diamonds throughout Metal: Platinum Period: Art Deco, circa 1920 Weight: 6 grams Size: J Accompanied by: Asprey fitted...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco sapphire ring with diamond set centre, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sapphire ring with diamond set centre. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut diamond in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 0.35 carats, within a...
Diamond, Sapphire
1920 Antique Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
1920 Antique Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring In Platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.65 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1.65 carat diamond and platinum Art Deco style solitaire ring; part of our collection of diamond engagement rings.
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
1920's Diamond ''Dinner'' Ring
Located in Wynnewood, PA
Known in the 1920's as ''Dinner Rings''. This gorgeous long ring is handmade in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
1920's Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Art deco Aquamarine and diamond ring set in 18ct gold and platinum. Circa: 1920
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
An extravagant Art Deco Diamond cluster ring showcasing a large front gallery decorated with approx. 2ct of old cut Diamond, the largest of which is 0.40ct in the centre.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.08 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring, circa 1920
Located in Goettingen, DE
Art Deco 1.08 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring, circa 1920 This attractive diamond engagement ring features one round brilliant cut diamond of approx. 0.8 ct (G/VVSI) in an entourage of ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in Perth, AU
Original Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring. Centrally set with a square Columbian emerald cut natural emerald rubbed set, surrounded by 16 diamonds in grain settings with an ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920
Located in Perth, AU
Original Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring. Centrally set with a square Columbian emerald cut natural emerald rubbed set, surrounded by 16 diamonds in grain settings with an ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Star Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Stylish Edwardian Star Sapphire and Diamond ring set in Platinum
Star Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Platinum Art Deco Emerald and Diamond, vintage ring, handmade in England circa 1920.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco French Sapphire Diamond Ring 3.20ct Of Diamond Circa 1920 Boxed
Located in Kendal, GB
A magnificent Art Deco cluster ring made in France in the 1920s. It features twin old European cut diamonds set in the centre, framed in a border of calibre set, French cut sapphires...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1920's Demantoid Garnet and White Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
A 1920's Demantoid garnet and diamond cluster ring set in 18ct yellow gold.
White Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring Solitaire, circa 1920
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
For more details please click continue reading down below... This fabulous all original Art Deco 18ct White Gold ring is set with a lovely old cut bright white Diamond. Smaller Dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco French Sapphire Diamond Ring 3ct of Sapphire Circa 1920
Located in Kendal, GB
An extravagant Art Deco cocktail ring made in France, Circa 1920. The large face is decorated with an array of marquise cut diamonds, French cut sapphires and a larger oval cut sapph...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Full Eternity Ring Platinum, circa 1920
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
STONES MEASURE: Sapphire – 4mm x 2mm/ Diamond – 2mm x 2mm BAND WIDTH: 3mm across METAL: Platinum STONES: Sapphire/ Diamond AGE: Art Deco, Circa 1920 CONDITION: Good ITEM NUMBER...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum and Diamond Art Deco Rare Three-Stone Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
rare art deco 1.70ct centre diamond three stone ring set with fine diamond shoulders and sides 1920c
Diamond
Platinum Art Deco Ring with Certified Pearl and Diamonds, circa 1920
Located in Antwerp, BE
Style: Art Deco Period: ca. 1920 Material: platinum Diamond(s): 12 single brilliant cut diamonds (also called 8/8) with an estimated weight of ± 0.12ct.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1920 Art Deco Cushion Cut Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A 1920's cushion cut sapphire and diamond 3 stone cluster ring set in platinum.
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Marquis Ring with Sapphire and 12 Diamonds, circa 1920
Located in Berlin, DE
Marquis ring with sapphire and 12 diamonds, around 1920 18 carat gold, 925 silver France, probably around 1920 1 Sapphire approx. 0.2 ct 12 small diamonds totalling approx. 0.15 ct ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Diamond Natural Ruby Platinum Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Natural ruby and fine diamond Art deco milligran set platinum ring 1920c
Diamond, Ruby
Art Deco Burmese Rubies and Diamond Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
platinum set Art Deco checker board natural burmese rubies and diamonds 1920c ring
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified Heat Treated Natural Ruby 3.19 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring France 1920
Located in Antwerp, BE
Country of origin: France Style: Something between Art Deco and Belle Époque Period: ca. 1920 Material: platinum Diamond(s): 30 old brilliant cut diamonds and single brilliant ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Natural Black Opal Diamond Ring 8 Carat Opal Platinum, circa 1920
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
OPAL MEASURES: Width 12mm x Height 15mm x 4mm METAL: Platinum STONES: Black Opal (approx. 8ct), Diamond (approx. 0.20ct) CLARITY: SI 1 H Colour AGE: Art Deco, Circa 1920 ORIGIN:...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Art Deco Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring 18 Carat Gold Platinum, circa 1920
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A spectacular Art Deco cluster ring adorned with beautiful old cut Diamonds which are superb SI1 clarity stones and add up to approx. 0.65ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1920 Art Deco 1.70 carat Diamond Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Huntington, NY
This is an antique Art Deco platinum filigree diamond and emerald engagement ring that can be dated back to the 1920s. This rings center diamond was graded by world-renowned EGL USA;...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Yellow Gold Engraved Diamond Engagement Ring 'GIA'
By Concierge Diamonds Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom antique inspired diamond engagement ring is a sweet solitaire that has an incredible amount of detail on the shank. With a built-in cathedral style setting, this round di...
Diamond
Art Deco 1920's Platinum Ring with Filigree and Old European Cut Diamonds
Located in Boone, NC
An Art Deco Platinum Diamond dome ring from the 1920's. This is an excellent example of a Handmade Platinum Vintage Ring with Hand Engraving, Filigree Work and Milgrain Borders.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Set Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Art Deco calibre sapphire and marquees and round diamond platinum 1920c ring superb wearable ring
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
Art Deco Calib're Sapphire Diamond Platinum circa 1920 Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sapphire diamond platinum fine quality ring 1920c
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
Art Deco Natural Black Opal Diamond Platinum circa 1920 Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco black opal and baguette diamond platinum 1920c ring
Diamond, Opal
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.
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