Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring A platinum ruby and diamond ring set with an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 2.63 carats Approximate Weights: Old Mine Cut Diamond: 2.63...

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

2.5ct Natural Emerald & Tapered Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Gold

$4,100

2.5ct Natural Emerald & Tapered Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Gold

By VimleshBadaya

Located in Jaipur, RJ

Refined Luxury. Timeless Beauty. A Statement of Emerald Elegance. Unapologetically elegant, this statement engagement ring showcases an approx. 2.5ct natural Emerald, glowing with r...

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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum, 1960s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Calibrated Ruby Cocktail Ring

$6,138

Vintage Platinum, 1960s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Calibrated Ruby Cocktail Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1960s Step into a world of elegance with this fabulous vintage cocktail ring from the 1960s. At its heart lies a mesmerisin...

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Mid-20th Century European Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Ruby, Platinum

Diamond and 3.85 ct Emerald Linked Ring Dangle Earrings in 14K Solid Yellow Gold

$7,390Sale Price / item|20% Off

W 0.79 in L 1.66 in

Diamond and 3.85 ct Emerald Linked Ring Dangle Earrings in 14K Solid Yellow Gold

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Emerald Rings Dangling Earrings in 14K Gold with Diamonds is beautifully handcrafted with love just for you. These earrings create a sparkling, luxurious look featuring 3.85 carats o...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Link Bracelet

$36,000

L 6.8 in

Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Link Bracelet

Located in Denver, CO

Crafted in the 1920s from platinum, this stunning Art Deco bracelet features three bezel-set marquise diamonds (the center stone measures 0.60 carats) surrounded by an array of glist...

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002

$1,800

$37,999

Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara

Located in Miami, FL

Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Platinum

3.35 Carats Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Ring

$1,170 / item

3.35 Carats Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

3.35 Carats Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $4,000.00 Total Natural Cushion Aquamarine Weights: Approx. 3.00 Carats ...

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2010s American Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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1920s Ring Emerald For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 1920s ring emerald you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 848 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 1920s ring emerald from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1920s ring emerald over the years, but those made by Cartier, J.E. Caldwell & Co. and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a 1920s ring emerald featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and square cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 1920s ring emerald, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 1920s Ring Emerald?

On average, a 1920s ring emerald at 1stDibs sells for $6,413, while they’re typically $245 on the low end and $550,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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.