$5,560Sale Price|20% Off
ART DECO 1930 Geometric Ring In Platinum With 2.67 Ctw In Diamonds And Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
American art deco platinum cocktail ring. This is a very beautiful antique cocktail ring, created in America during the art deco period, back in the 1930.
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.16 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Trilogy Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique 1930's diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Platinum circa 1930 .92 Carat European Cut Art Deco Diamond Ring
Located in Boston, MA
A magnificent representation of the artistic brilliance of the Art Deco era, this breathtaking vintage ring dates back to circa 1930. The centerpiece is a wonderful European cut diam...
Diamond, Platinum
Certified 3.75 Carat Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring, Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 3.75 carat sapphire and 0.50 carat diamond, 9 karat and 15 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
1930 Halo Ring natural 0.45ct Sapphire ctw. 0.65ctw Diamonds 18K Gold/ØUS6/2.25g
Located in SE
Beautiful Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 8 Diamonds in White Gold / or Platinum settings.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1.32 Carat Diamond and 14 Karat White Gold Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The goldsmith has finely selected these high color graded and evenly color matched diamonds to create a stunning display. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance ...
Diamond, White Gold
$3,880Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 1930 Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 1.55 Ctw In Diamonds And Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco platinum ring. Stunning art deco cocktail ring, created in America back in the 1930.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1930 Art Deco Platinum flower Ring with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
Period: 1930-40s Style: Art Deco Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond Ring size: 5 (sizable).
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1930 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with Diamond, Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds
Located in Aventura, FL
This intricate pavé setting wraps around the band, creating a shimmering effect that catches the light beautifully from every angle. Period: 1930´s Style: Art Deco Metal: 18Kt yello...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Ye...
Art Deco ring with onyx and diamonds approx. 0.40 ct, 1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
A classic of the Art Deco era - a gold ring with contrasting onyx and diamonds This ring is crafted from 14k yellow gold (approx. 0.585 fineness) and white gold elements, adorned wi...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
$15,988Sale Price|20% Off
French 1930 Art Deco Geometric Coral Onyx Ring 18Kt Gold With 1.20 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A French art deco cocktail ring. An statement geometric ring, created in Paris France during the art deco period, back in the 1930.
Onyx, White Diamond, Diamond, Coral, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$13,480Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 1930 Geometric Ring In Platinum With 3.67 Ctw In Diamonds And Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco platinum ring with sapphires Beautiful antique cocktail ring, created in America during the art deco period, back in the 1930.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1930's 4.57 Carat High Zircon and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 4.57 carat high zircon and 0.38 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and imp...
Blue Diamond, Zircon, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Single Stone Diamond and Platinum Ring, 0.84 Carat, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco single stone diamond ring, set with an old-cut diamond weighing an estimated 0.84ct, with three eight-cut diamonds set in each shoulder, mounted in platinum, circa 1930.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Coral Onyx Diamond Ring, Circa 1930, Size 7.25
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Platinum Weight 8.37g Coral Onyx Old Mine Diamond Approx. 0.25ct Ring Size 7.25 Measurements 0.88inx0.77in
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Baby Ring Old Cut 14K Yellow Gold Antique Original 1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Art Deco Diamond Baby Ring Old Cut 14K Yellow Gold Antique Original 1930's Features a Genuine Natural .03ct Old Cut Diamond 100% Natural Mined Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Circa 193...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,988Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 1930 Cocktail Ring 18Kt White Gold With 5.06 Ctw Diamonds And Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco classic ring with gemstones Very beautiful art deco classic cocktail ring, created in America back in the 1930.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.46Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Engagement Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.46 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set trilogy ring; part of our diamond trilogy rings collection.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 3 Carat Old Mine Cut Double Diamond and Platinum Ring Circa 1930's
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
Original 1930's Art Deco vintage double diamond ring with additional diamond and sapphire adornments.
Diamond, Platinum
1.34 Carat Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring, Circa 1930's
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco diamond engagement ring. EGL certified round brilliant cut diamond center stone.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco pearl and diamond ring, English, circa 1930.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco pearl and diamond ring. Set with a round old cut diamond in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 0.85 carats, further set with a round natural saltwate...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Platinum
$5,160Sale Price|20% Off
ART DECO 1930 Ring In Platinum With 2.37 Cts In Diamonds And Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
An art Deco Gem Set Ring. This is a beautiful and elegant three-stones settings ring, created during the American art Deco period, back in 1930's.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930-40’s .58ct Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Lovely classic 1930-40's platinum ring with an European Cut Diamond, lovely natural diamond with a old sweet chunky cut!
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Ring with Diamond and Sapphires, Circa 1930
Located in 台東区, JP
An elegant Art Deco platinum ring, dating to circa 1930, featuring a prominent old European cut diamond surrounded by intricately set sapphires and diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.14 Carat Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Deco Target Engagement Ring, Circa 1930's
Located in London, GB
This 1930's Art Deco handmade target engagement ring features a 1.14ct transitional cut diamond, grain set into a square shaped target mount.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Color Change Sapphire Cabochon Ring, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Art Deco colour change sapphire cabochon ring. Set to centre with a sugar loaf cabochon natural unenhanced Ceylon blue/purple colour change sapphire in an open back rubover setting w...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930's 18k White Gold European Cut .29ct Diamond Filigree Art Deco Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1930's 18K White Gold European Cut .29ct Diamond Filigree Art Deco Ring - The European cut diamond is F color and VS2 clarity and has a diameter of 4.45mm.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Ring Gold 585 Diamonds 0.80 Carat Vienna Austria, circa 1930
Located in Vienna, AT
Golden Art Deco Ring of most elegant appearance with finest diamonds attached in decorative manner & edged by bands to which smaller diamonds are attached.
Diamond, 14k Gold
1930 Finish Ring 0.5ctw 3 Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Platinum US7 / 1.4gr
Located in SE
Old Finish Ring with 3 old European cut Diamonds, band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters. Finish partially visible hallmarks, 750, maker's. Engraved with date 26.4.193...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1930 Ring 1.25ct Emerald 0.5ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS8.25 /5.3gr
Located in SE
Nice Renaissance - styled cluster Ring with the carved band, shoulders, and parts of the crown in solid 18ct Yellow Gold holding natural Emerald stone and eight rose - cut Diamonds s...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Platinum Band with 7 Single Cut Diamonds, Circa 1930
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1930s, this Art Deco platinum band showcases 7 single cut diamonds totaling approximately .10 carats, graded F-G color and SI-I clarity. The slim silhouette and subtle...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Hexagonal Ring with 1.80ct G VVS Trilliant Diamond, circa 1930
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Hexagonal, finely openwork ring in platinum 850 thousandths, set with a claw-set triangle-cut diamond in a double setting of old-cut and 8/8-cut diamonds, punctuated by three calibra...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Three Stone Diamond Filigree Ring 1 Carat 14 Karat White Gold 5.1 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco three stone ring featuring three round diamonds weighing approixately 1 carat surrounded by a filigree mounting design. Two trilliant sapphires on each side.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Ring in Platinum Sapphire and Diamonds 1920 1930
Located in Paris, FR
Marquise ring circa 1920-1930 in platinum set with calibrated diamonds and sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Cocktail Cluster Ring .20ct 18K Original 1920's-1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1920's-1930's Art Deco Diamond Cocktail Cluster Ring .20ct 18K White Gold Features 7 Genuine F-H/VS-SI Antique Single Cut Diamonds Creates the Lo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930's Art Deco Old Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Platinum Bow Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A magnificent 18 karat gold and platinum old cut diamond bow ring. The ring dates from the 1930's and is set with beautiful clear old cut diamonds in a platinum bow frame.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Art Deco .91ct Diamond Platinum Ring GIA I VVS1 Original 1930's-1940's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1930's-1940's Art Deco GIA .91ct Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring Featuring a SPECTACULAR GIA Certified .73ct I VVS1 Round Brilliant Cut Natu...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Filigree Ring of 18k White Gold, Circa 1920-1930
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A refined jewel from the Art Deco era (1920-1930), this vintage engagement ring showcases a .53 carat round brilliant diamond of exceptional quality (F color, SI1 clarity) set in a f...
Diamond, 10k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Platinum Diamond Ring Tank Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage platinum diamond ring featuring a tank design. The diamonds include round brilliant and single cuts, with three central diamonds set horizontally, flanked by smaller diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
.70 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.4 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: .70 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: J Clarity: VS1 Side Diamo...
White Diamond, Platinum
.53 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.7 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Carat Weight: .53 Carat Color: F Clarity: VS Finger to Top of Stone...
White Diamond, Platinum
.45 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 8.95 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 4.9 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .45 carat Color: I Clarity: SI1 Side Stone Details: Sha...
White Diamond, Platinum
.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.95 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .75 carat Color: I Clarity: VS1 Side Stone Details: Shap...
White Diamond, Platinum
.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 8.5 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.3 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .30 carat Color: G Clarity: VS1 Side Stone Details: Shape...
White Diamond, Platinum
1.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.3 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: 1.00 carat Color: N Clarity: VS1 Side Ston...
White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming cluster ring taken from the later stages of the Art Deco movement. This piece has been crafted from 18ct white gold and features a captivating oval turquoise ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Palladium Antique Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco palladium ring, circa 1930s, featuring a geometric architectural design set with old European cut round diamonds, baguette-cut diamonds, round emeralds, and baguette-cut eme...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
$3,000Sale Price|25% Off
1930s Ring with Rose-Cut Diamonds
Located in Firenze, FI
This authentic Art Deco ring, dating from the 1930s, showcases a distinctive clover-style motif set with old rose-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 9k Gold
Platinum Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning diamond engagement ring comes from the 1930s Art Deco period and is made in platinum. The center stone is an exceptional half carat, H color, VVS2 clarity diamond that ...
Diamond, Platinum
.97 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked & Tested] Weight: 3 grams Center Stone Details: Weight: .97 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: I-J Clarity: VS...
White Diamond, Platinum
.60 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 6.0 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Transitional Round Carat Weight: .60 carat Color: G Clarity: I1 Side Stone Details: Shape: Antique Transition...
White Diamond, Platinum
Bvlgari 4.91 Carat Emerald and Diamond Trombino Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Here we have an wonderful creation from the world renowned Italian jewellery house of Bvlgari. A single cabochon 4.91 carat emerald sits proud at the centre of the face whilst showca...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.04 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: 1.04 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: J Clarity: VS1 Side D...
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Baguette Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Baguette Cluster Ring A striking vintage sapphire and diamond ring, masterfully crafted in luminous 18K yellow gold. The centerpiece is a captivating de...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1930s 2.38 Carat Diamond and Platinum Engagment Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.38 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.80 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning antique 1930s diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
$2,606Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 14k Rise-Cut Diamond Ring.
Located in Firenze, FI
Elevate your collection with this exquisite rose-cut diamond ring, crafted in luxurious 14k gold. The design showcases a luminous central rose-cut diamond, framed in a scalloped flor...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring of Platinum
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An Art Deco engagement ring (circa 1930), featuring a 0.43ct modern round brilliant natural diamond of G color, VS2-SI1 clarity in a stepped tier platinum mounting with single cut si...
Diamond, Platinum
Old Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This contemporary custom made platinum engagement ring is centered with a 2.90 ct transitional brilliant cut (early modern) diamond from the 1930s (K color, VS2 clarity). The center ...
Diamond, Platinum
1.42 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.5 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: 1.42 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: I Clarity: V...
White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
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.
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.
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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.