Art Deco 0.50ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1934
Located in London, GB
This Art Deco take on the timeless solitaire engagement ring features a charming old cut diamond at
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
1934 Nordic Ring 0.5 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø US6.25 / 4.55 gr.
Located in SE
Beautiful Diamond Flower Ring, Renaissance styled. Set of Swedish hallmarks, 18K, maker's and date
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band, circa 1934
Located in Great Neck, NY
. Thin and perfect for stacking! #R0224 Metal: Platinum Weight: 1.6 Grams Ring Size: 5 1/4
Platinum
Antique Art Deco 14 Karat White Gold Engraved Wedding Band, circa 1934
Located in Great Neck, NY
from finger to top of ring: 1.5 mm Engraving inside shank: 'M.P. to L.R. 8-27-1934'
14k Gold
James M. CAIN. Serenade. FIRST EDITION - PRESENTATION COPY - 1937
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
. Dwiggins. Exploring many of the same themes as his acclaimed first novel The Postman Always Rings Twice
Fabric
Wood & Sons Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold Floral Station Men's Vintage Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J.R. Wood & Sons. With dated inscription 1934. Ring Size: 10 1/4 (sizable with interruption of pattern
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Etched Wedding Band, circa 1934
Located in Addison, TX
example of the early 20th-century style and high quality craftsmanship! Dated 1934 this ring has been
Platinum
Art Deco Era Orange Blossom Platinum Floral Wedding Band, circa 1934
Located in Addison, TX
of milgrain for that extra little edge. It is a lovely accompaniment to an existing engagement ring
Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band, circa 1934
Located in Great Neck, NY
: Platinum Weight: 2.5 Grams Ring Size: 6 This ring can be sized for a $30 fee! *Please note that we
Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Ring Ostby Barton Square Signet Initials Sz 11 Men's Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Art Deco era ring (circa 1934), crafted in 10 karat rose gold. The ring is made by
Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco English Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
yellow gold with English hallmarks and purity marks. Circa 1934. The ring is a size 7 1/4 and may be
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1934 Ring natural 2.5ct Cornflower Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø US6.25 / 1.7gr
Located in SE
A Ring from the period of my Grandmother's childhood in solid 18K Yellow Gold with a crown in
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1934 Ring 3 stones 0.47 ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 8.75 / 1.6 gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period Three - stone Ring , band in solid 18k Yellow Gold with platinum bezels set with
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band Circa 1934 - Size 7
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band Circa 1934 - Size 7. This beautiful Art
Platinum
Pair of English Sterling Silver Art Deco Napkin Rings, 1934
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Bath, GB
A truly handsome cased pair of English sterling silver napkin rings, beautifully engine turned with
1934 Sterling Silver Napkin Rings Set of Six by Emile Viner
By Emile Viner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
rings by Emile Viner - boxed; an addition to or dining silverware collection. This exceptional set of
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco, circa 1934 10 Karat Gold Fox and Goddess Signet Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Spectacular antique Art Deco era circa 1934 10K yellow gold signet ring featuring a goddess figure
10k Gold
Classic Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ridgecrest is a classic authentic Art Deco (engraved 1934) engagement ring made from platinum
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 1/2
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 1/2. This unique Victorian wedding band is crafted in 14k yellow gold. This band features gorgeous engravin...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920 Art Deco Platinum 1.00cttw Antique Cut Diamond Wedding Band
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920 Item Details: Ring Size: 8.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.9 grams Diamond Details Center Diamond: 1.00cttw Cut: Antique Single Cut Color: F-G Cl...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring in 18 Karat Gold, circa 1920s
Located in Addison, TX
Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring in 18 Karat Gold dates back to the 1920's with its incredible and notable design. Round brilliant cut diamonds were born in 1919 and is w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Circa 1930s Platinum Art Deco Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.7 grams Diamond Details: .80ct total weight, G Color, VS Clarity, Old Euro...
Diamond, Platinum
1948 Ring natural 2ct. Sapphire 0.6 ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.25/2.7gr
Located in SE
Three Stone Cluster Ring set with sort of transitional bezel and claw setting with oval cut natural Blue Sapphire accented with 2 old European cut Diamonds in Platinum claws on solid...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1906 Ring natural 0.35ct Diamond solid 18K Gold ØUS 5.25 / 1.8 gr
Located in SE
A ring with band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with shoulders and cross-haired bezel in Platinum featuring natural old European diamond cut Diamond Ø 4.15 mm x 2.2 mm deep / ca 0.35 ct , ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1977 Halo Ring solid 18K Gold 2.45ct Sapphire 0.7ct Diamonds Ø6.5US/5.6g
Located in SE
British Cluster Halo Ring set with oval cut natural untreated Sapphire surrounded with 12 old European cut Diamonds. Floret/ crown measures 17 mm x 14 mm x 7 mm deep. Sapphire meas...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band. This beautiful wedding band is crafted in 14k yellow gold. There are faint engravings going around the entire band a...
Yellow Gold
Art Deco 0.63 Carat Old European Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring Circa 1925
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Deco Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring circa 1925. The Art Deco Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring from 1925 is accented with 6 small calibrated blue stones. And the ring has c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow and White Gold Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow and White Gold Engraved Wedding Band. This beautiful wedding band is crafted in14K white and yellow gold and has engravings going around the ent...
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold ring centered with rose cut diamond flanked with rose cut diamonds in solitaire style ring with an estimate weight of 0.70 carats with detailed work on ring sides
Hand Engraved Art Deco Platinum Wedding Band Circa 1927
Located in Boston, MA
A handmade Art Deco period wedding band circa 1927. Featuring a hand engraved leaf pattern on all three sides, this band also features an engraved date of 1927 inside the band. In e...
Platinum
Antique Ring natural Tourmaline Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø5.5 /3g
Located in SE
Old Swedsih Toi et Moi Ring hand - made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Fragmented Swedish hallmarks, 18K. Top of the crown in White Gold. Two claw set natural Green and Rose Pink Tourmalines...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.4 ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US5 / 2gr
Located in SE
A Ring from 1920s -1930s decorated with natural emerald cut Emerald 4.75 mm x 3.75 mm x 2.1 mm deep ca. 0.4 ct with natural internal flaws and inclusions. Emerald is accented with si...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s White 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Engagement Diamond Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
1920's 14K White Gold Art Deco Engagement Diamond Ring. White Gold Diamond Ring Perfect for a promise or engagement ring wonderful open work motif. Diamond is VS Color G/H Stone Meas...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
French Art Nouveau Spirit Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, eagle and dog heads hallmarks. This ring is bezel set with 2 brilliant- cut diamonds in a wavy design with a beaded edge that is paved wit...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
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 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.