Art Deco 0.60 Carat Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
stone ring which dates back to the 1920s, has been beautifully created entirely in platinum. Gemstone
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.80 Carat Diamond Dinner Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.80
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant blue sapphire sits between two glittering old cut diamonds in this Art Deco trilogy ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
ring. The natural unheated sapphire is an oval cut stone weighing 2.00 carat. The flanking diamonds are
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Circa 1920s Platinum Art Deco GIA 1.01ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engageme
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.5
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1920s GIA 1.00ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 4.75 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1920s GIA .99ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.9
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1920s, this Art Deco trilogy ring features a square cut central sapphire flanked
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Circa 1920s GIA 1.10ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1920s 1.26 Carat and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1920s 1.26 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set cocktail ring
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.50 Carat Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.50
Diamond, Platinum
Bailey, Banks & Biddle 1920s Two-Stone Diamond Ring
By Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Located in London, GB
Bailey, Banks and Biddle two stone diamond ring. Set with two round old cut diamonds in open back
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1920s Art Deco Platinum Old Cut Diamond Band Size 7.5
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested
Platinum
Art Deco 2.10 Ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, C.1920s
Located in London, GB
Three superb old cut diamonds are beautifully presented in this splendid trilogy engagement ring
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.75 Carat Old Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
Five old cut diamonds are set side-by-side in platinum to accentuate their bright white F colour
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.50ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
its beautiful green hue. The diamond pair have both been set into platinum, the same metal as the band
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Circa 1920s GIA 2.58ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.65ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Sapphire + 1.00ct Diamond Metal: Platinum Age: 1920s Size: M
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Circa 1920s GIA 1.12ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.75 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.4
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.70ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant blue sapphire is flanked by two old cut diamonds in this 1920s trilogy ring. The central
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 3.00ct Full Eternity Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A total of twenty diamonds adorn the platinum band of this beautiful Art Deco full eternity ring
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.91ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
quality. A simple band of platinum completes this timeless Art Deco solitaire. Gemstone: Diamond Stone
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
diamonds set in platinum. The diamonds range in colour from H to I and in clarity from VS to SI. The ring
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
1920s Antique Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The ring has a pierced
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 1920’s ring features a vivid green emerald at it’s centre, flanked by a pair of old
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 1.10ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, C.1920s
Located in London, GB
beautiful platinum ring dates back to the 1920's. Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 1.10
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 0.75ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.75 Colour: F Clarity: SI1 Metal: Platinum Age: 1920s Size: J
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1920s is this trilogy ring featuring a natural ruby to the centre set between a
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 0.65ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This Art Deco solitaire ring showcases a wonderful 0.65 carat transitional cut diamond at its
Diamond, Platinum
EGL .91 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of an era gone by with our Art Deco 1920’s Platinum diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.35ct Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A trio of beautiful old cut diamonds are central in this three stone twist ring from the Art Deco
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Circa 1920S GIA 1.70ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.9
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.70ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Art Deco period, this classic solitaire ring features an old cut diamond at it’s
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.52ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This timeless Art Deco solitaire ring features a single transitional cut diamond at its centre. The
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.40ct Diamond Cluster c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This striking Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring showcases a 0.40 carat old marquise cut diamond at it’s
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 2.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful blue sapphire takes centre stage, flanked by diamonds in this Art Deco era trilogy ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1920s Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine and impressive pearl and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1920s Drop Shape Natural Unenhanced Emerald Old Mine Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Drop shape old mine diamond and emerald ring. Set to the centre with a drop shape old mine diamond
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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Art Deco 1920 Platinum Engagement Ring with Diamond
Located in Aventura, FL
Metal: Platinum Stones: Natural Diamonds Ring Size: 5 (resizable) Ring Width: 0.36 inches (9.1 mm) Total
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Asscher Cut Sapphire Diamond Ring circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
cut diamonds at the heart of this circa 1920s halo ring. These antique jewels are hand-set in
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 0.75ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Weight: 0.75 Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum Age: 1920s Size: N
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s Antique 0.26ct Diamond and Pearl 12k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and diamond ring has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The twistsetting
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Diamond Two Stone Twist Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A pair of beautiful old cut diamonds take centre stage in this 1920s twist ring. Both diamonds
Diamond, Platinum
1920s 0.54 Carat Diamond and Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with platinum settings. The twist design
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat, H
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.70ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
cut diamonds. This ring is set apart by its partiularly beautiful fluted fan like basket work, adding
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond at the center weighing approximately
Diamond, Platinum
0.25 Carat Three-Stone Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
1920s engagement ring. The three old cut diamonds total a weight of 0.25 carat and are G in colour, VS
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 2.66ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This show stopping solitaire ring features an impressive old cushion cut diamond at its centre. The
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 2ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A truly remarkable three stone ring, dating back to the 1920s. In the centre is a 2.00 carat oval
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 0.65ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vivid Columbian emerald is flanked by a pair of old cut diamonds in this stunning Art Deco ring
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Diamond Two Stone Twist Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A pair of old cut diamonds share the spotlight in this delightful Art Deco twist ring. The duo
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.50ct Pink Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This Art Deco Pink Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring features an oval cut natural unheated pink
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Circa 1920s Unheated Pink Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.4
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.97ct Rubellite Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
platinum claw setting, the diamond is accompanied by a further 0.28 carat in eight cut diamonds sat down
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 9.39 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Emerald cut Diamond weighing 9.39 carats, K color
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 2.19 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
1920s Art Deco diamond ring in platinum is excellent quality, set with impressive diamonds displaying a
Diamond, Platinum
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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.