Art Deco 0.88 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 0.88 carat old cut diamond is showcased in this art deco engagement ring. It is old cut
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.52 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
claws, and the baguette cut diamonds are tension set. This 1930s engagement ring is a timeless design
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1.00 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This lovely art deco engagement ring features a 1.00 carat old cut diamond. It is certified by IGI
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
, typical of this era. It dates to around the 1930s and the diamond is securely set within a six claw
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.75 Carat Diamond Solitaire with Spilt Shoulders, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1930s, this solitaire features a round brilliant diamond set to centre. It weighs
Diamond, Platinum
Late Deco 2.72 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
typical of the 1930s and on either shoulder are three claw set round brilliant diamonds. They have a
Diamond, Platinum
Late Art Deco 0.90 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
and step into the platinum band. The ring dates to the 1930s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Round
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.92 Carat Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
yellow gold and the ring dates to the 1930s. It is all hand made and the diamond hand cut. Gemstone
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring Mined 1.20ct Ostrow & Samit 1930's-1940's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1930's-1940's Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.20ct Cut Ostrow
Diamond, Platinum
1930s 1.14 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 1.02 carat diamond and platinum solitaire ring with 0.12 carat diamond accents; part
Diamond, Platinum
1930s 1.76 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1.76 carat diamond and platinum solitaire style engagement ring; part of our
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Antique 1.92 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.92 carat diamond and platinum solitaire style engagement
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1930s 0.33 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Deco 1930s 0.33 Carat Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Art Deco 1930s 0.33 carat diamond solitaire
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, 18 Karat Gold Euro Solitaire 0.42 Carat GIA
Located in Greensboro, NC
purity 18k white gold, this ring from circa 1920’s-1930’s features a GIA-certified diamond solitaire in a
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring .36ct Mined RBC Original 1930's Antique Platinu
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1930's Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring .36ct Round Brilliant Cut
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$3,459
French 1930s Platinum Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
work of 1930s. Our opinion : A lovely piece of jewellery with a single solitaire diamond accentuated by
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$3,459
French 1930s Platinum Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
work of 1930s. Our opinion : A lovely piece of jewellery with a single solitaire diamond accentuated by
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1930s Platinum Set Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A stunning diamond solitaire ring crafted in the 1930s. The wonderful old European cut diamond sits
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1930s Antique Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.11 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold solitaire ring; part of
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1930s 2.21 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1930's 2.21 carat diamond and platinum solitaire style engagement ring; part
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Gold Statement Ring Circa 1930s Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
sparkling exquisite double bezel-set with an old European-cut Diamond weighing approx: .45ct. Oval top
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
French 1930s Art Deco Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Platinum Solitary Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work of the 1930s. Our opinion: this diamond art deco ring will be an ideal antique engagement
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Ring .27ct Marquise Mined Solitaire Platinum Original 1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Solitaire Engagement Ring .27ct Diamond Platinum
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Art Deco .20 Carat Old European Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
1930s Art Deco .20 Carat Old European Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring The solitaire has a high
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s 14 Karat Yellow Gold 1.64 Carat European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1930s 14KY Gold 1.64ct European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring - The main diamond is
Diamond, Gold
1930s Art Deco 0.75 Carat Diamond and 14K Gold Necklace
Located in Hicksville, NY
This 1930s Art Deco .75 Carat Old European Diamond Solitaire Necklace features a 14 karat yellow
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.55 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1930's 1.55 carat diamond and platinum solitaire style engagement ring; part
Diamond, Platinum
.56 Carat European Cut Diamond Art Deco Ring 19 Karat Gold Vintage Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
! Fashioned in high purity 19k white gold, this piece from circa 1920s - 1930s features a diamond solitaire in
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$3,900
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring 1930s sapphire and diamond solitaire ring mounted in
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1930s Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This gorgeous Platinum ring that was made in the 1930's. It has a 0.20ct Diamond in the centre with
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Diamond Solitaire Ring, Diamond Set Shoulders, 18 Carat Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A pretty 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum ring that was made in the 1930's. This ring has a 0.75ct
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1930s Diamond Solitaire Ring with Shoulders in 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A pretty 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum ring that was made in the 1930's. This ring has a 0.25ct
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.04 cts 1930's Diamond Solitaire w/ Sapphire details
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Superb period 1930's 2.04 cts European Cut #Diamond, set in its original platinum and sapphire deco
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1930s Diamond Solitaire 0.71 Carat Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
, slightest signs of wear due to age and use Defects: None Date / Period: 1930's Weight: 2.7g Dimensions
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.75ct 1930's Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
's Weight: 2.0g Marks: 18, PLAT Dimensions: Diamond Diameter; 6.2mm. Head Depth; 5.2mm. Band Width
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1930s Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring modeled in 18 Carat Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This stunning Diamond solitaire ring has been crafted in 18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum. It features
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Gold and Diamond Solitaire Ring, 1930s
Located in Bologna, IT
A beautiful solitaire ring, set with a central 0.6ct ca. diamond, enclosed in a yellow gold ring
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$11,000
1930's Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in West Hollywood, CA
octagonal frame, bead set. Brilliant hand pierced gallery of diamond shapes inside hearts. circa 1930's EGL
1930s Art Deco Rectangular Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1930's Beautiful Art Deco all hand engraved platinum ring featuring a unique Rectangular Step cut
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold, Diamond and Onyx Solitaire Ring, 1930s
Located in Bologna, IT
This cool Art Deco gold, diamond and onyx solitaire ring dates from the 1930s. It is crafted in 18K
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1930s Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring 15 Carat Yellow & White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
interlaced band rising towards a sparkling Old Cut diamond, she is a subtle yet detailed beauty. The Hedda
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, White Gold
0.80 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, Platinum and Gold Band, circa 1930s
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
An enchanting Art Deco era diamond solitaire engagement ring set with an old cut diamond approx
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sold|$12,500
1930s Sapphire Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
A bezel set 1.61ct antique European diamond with a french cut sapphire border set in platinum
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
1930's Style Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, Diamond Set Cross over Shoulers
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
An abstract design single stone diamond ring reminiscent of the 1930's styles. Comprising a single
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 18 Karat Gold & Platinum circa 1930's
Located in Preston, Lancashire
A fine quality diamond solitaire ring, made in 18k gold and platinum, featuring a 0.50-carat old
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
1930s White Gold 3.29 Carat Brilliant-Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
A fine, bright and lively 'transition' brilliant cut solitaire diamond mounted in a traditional
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1930s White Gold 0.15 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
A very Vintage engagement or dress ring, set with a 0.15ct round brilliant cut diamond to
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s 0.45 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18 Carat Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
You can't go wrong with a classic Diamond solitaire engagement ring. This pretty engagement ring
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Sold|$1,500
1930s Art Deco Blue Zircon Solitaire Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This wonderful 1930s Art Deco solitaire ring is set with a vibrant sky blue Zircon. The shoulders
White Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1930s Tiffany & Co Old European Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tiffany & Co. Circa 1930's EGL Certified One resizing offered with purchase Stk# 40920
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
1930s 0.45 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18 Carat White Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
You can't go wrong with a classic Diamond solitaire engagement ring. This pretty engagement ring
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 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.