French 1930s Art Deco Style Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.45ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Europen Cut Carat Weight: 1.45 total Colour: F - G Clarity: VS - SI Metal: Platinum Age: 1930s Size: K 1/2
Diamond, Platinum
EGL .88 Carat Diamond Old European Cut Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover the timeless elegance of this 1930's Art Deco diamond platinum engagement ring with step design shoulders engraving and filigree work. .88ct carat Old European cut diamond c...
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Natural 9.36 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, owl hallmark and platinum, mascaron hallmark.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gol...
Art Deco Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
The ring dates to approximately the 1930s. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 0.80 Total Colour: H Clarity: SI Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1930s Size: L
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Circa 1930s GIA 1.03ct Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA Report#: 7235180040 Weight: 1.03ct total weigh...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.80ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, C.1930s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Diamond Carat Weight: 1.80 Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Colour: F Clarity: VS1 Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum Age: 1930s Size: I 1/2
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Twist Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1930s, this three stone twist ring features transitional cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 0.25ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful antique three stone ring dates back to the 1930s and features a beautiful central emerald, flanked by transitional cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1930s Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1930's Art Deco 0.25 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1930s Art Deco 1.75 Carat Amethyst Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, owl hallmark and platinum, mascaron hallmark.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Late Art Deco 1.40ct Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
The ring’s millegrain-edged c.1930s pierced platinum setting glitters with an additional 0.70 carats of eight cut diamonds, which are grain set in a stylised motif that’s reminiscent...
Diamond, Platinum
Late Deco 0.50ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful trilogy ring from the 1930s features an oval cut, 0.50 carat, ruby at it’s centre flanked by two 0.15 carat round brilliant cut diamonds, all claw set into platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late Deco 0.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
This classic 1930s trilogy ring features a vibrant blue sapphire at it’s centre, flanked by a pair of transitional cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Deco 5.00ct Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1930s this late deco ring features a vibrant natural blue zircon at its centre.
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
1930s Art Deco 11.70 Carats Cushion Tourmaline Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, and platinum. Splendid Art Deco ring its setting presents a geometrical basket decorated with an important cushion- cut tourmaline rubellite.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold,...
Art Deco Diamond Jade Platinum Vintage Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped jade cabochon measuring 13.0 x 10.0 mm Translucent medium green- bezel set with halo surround Comprised of old European cut diamonds bead set in semi-bezels ...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
1930s Art Deco GIA Certified .93 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.1 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate #2185920052 Shape: Old European Brilliant Cara...
White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s 1.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Boston, MA
A breathtaking jewel from a glamorous bygone era, this vintage ring dates back to the 1930s. The magnificent centerpiece is an exceptional Old European cut diamond weighing approxima...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.00 Carat Diamond Openwork Dinner Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with 1.00 carat Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.00 carat and accenting French cut Sapphires. Circa 1930s Size 8 3/4, resizable
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.30ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Sapphire Stone Shape: Carre Cut Carat Weight: 1.30 Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum Age: 1930s Size: N
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.60 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Marquise cut center Diamond weighing approximately 0.60 carat, accenting French cut Sapphires and additional Marquise and Old European cut Diamonds ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 0.60ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
A simple band of 18 carat yellow gold completes this classic solitaire ring. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Carat Weight: 0.60 Colour: I Clarity: VS1 Metal: 18ct Ye...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1.63 Carat Diamond and Platinum Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is an excellent gauge of platinum and is in excellent condition.
Diamond, Platinum
1930s English Art Deco old mine diamond solitaire ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco old mine diamond solitaire ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old mine diamond, G colour, VS1 clarity in an open back fancy claw setting with a weight of 3.01 carats, ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s Granat 0.85 Carat Emerald Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Emerald cut Emerald center stone weighing approximately 0.85 carat, as well as Old European and Single cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Circa 1930s Art Deco .85ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.75(Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.7grams Center Diamond Details: .85ct, Old European Brilliant, H Color, VS C...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.26Ct Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique 1930s antique engagement ring has been crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Ring with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
• Period: Art Deco (1920s-1930s) • Metal: Platinum • Stones Diamond & Sapphire • Ring Size: 7 (sizable) • Ring Width: 0.70 inches • Stamped: Platinum hallmarks • Total weight: 5.7 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Circa 1930s AGL Certified Burma Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: AGL Report #1104802 Weight: .99ct total weight Cut: ...
Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.15ct Diamond Solitaire, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
This timeless solitaire has been entirely hand crafted in platinum for the quintessential Art Deco design. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Carat Weight: 1.15 Colour:...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 3.00 Carat Star Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Cabochon Star Ruby weighing approximately 3.00 carats, and small Old European cut Diamonds on the setting weighing approximately a total of 1.60 car...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 17.13 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an AGL certified, Ceylon origin, non-heat treated, Cushion cut Sapphire at the center weighing 17.13 carats, accented by Baguette cut Diamonds weighin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.40 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 7 1/4, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Orange Blossom Vintage Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a raised orange blossom motif fully around With grooved detailing Tested with Chinese hallmarks for platinum Circa: 1930s Ring size: 6 and sizable Measures north to south...
Platinum
Art Deco 0.50 Carat Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous ruby is the centre of this 1930s three stone ring. The old cut ruby is 0.50 carat, and is a deep red colour.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.30 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing approximately 1.30 carats, accented with blue Sapphires and 12 additional Diamonds. Circa 1930's Size 6, r...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 5 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.20ct Diamond Full Eternity, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
The diamonds are grain set into a sleek platinum band, for a seamless sparkle around the entire circumference of the ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00 Carat Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Transitional Cut Carat Weight: 1.00 Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum Age: 1930s Size: S
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.40 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.40 carats, J color, VVS clarity. Circa 1930s Size 6 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.35ct Diamond and Pearl Two Stone Twist Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Late Deco period, this beautiful 'toi et moi' two stone twist features a 0.35 carat diamond, claw set into platinum along side an ethereal pearl. The transitional ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.10 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with and Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.10 carats, I color, VS2 clarity The ring features accenting Diamonds on the setting weighing a t...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.57 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 6, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.00 Carat 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, J color, VS clarity. Circa 1930s Size 9, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.50 Carat Star Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Cabochon Star Ruby weighing approximately 1.50 carat, and Single cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.60 carat. Circa 1920s Size 6 1/4, ...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.47 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 7 1/4, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.75 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 6, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.03 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 4 Baguette cut side Diamonds. Circa 1930s Size 6 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.30 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 5, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.36 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 5 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.55 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 7, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 7 1/4, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.60 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing approximately 0.60 carat and Single cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.25 carat. Circa 1930s...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.95 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 8, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.56 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 9, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.10 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 5 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.20 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 8 1/4, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 5 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.62 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930s Size 6, resizable
Diamond, 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.
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