Rubies, Diamonds, Old-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Snake Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion snake ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds for all the body and three fancy old-cut diamonds on snake head. As eyes, two rubies. This ring was totally h...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This unusual 18 carat yellow gold ring features a wonderful cluster in the center made of 9 round brilliant cut diamonds, with a total approximate weight of 1.40ct, all claw set in o...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rubies Sapphires and Diamond 18Kt Yellow Gold Vintage Dome Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
Vintage cocktail ring ( circa 1950s to 1960s ) set with a cluster of blue sapphires and rubies in a high rising dome mount and one diamond at the top. Crafted in 18 Kt yellow gold wi...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A deep blue sapphire sits central to this wonderful cluster ring, dating to the 1950s. The round cut stone weighs 1.00 carat and is expertly claw set into platinum. Surrounding the s...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.36 Carat Pear Aquamarine Diamond and Ruby Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive aquamarine ring has been crafted in 18k rose gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$40,500Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire and Diamond Cluster 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A vintage 4.40ct sapphire and diamond cluster 18 karat yellow gold ring This exceptional ring is set to its centre with a round cut sapphire of 4.40 carats The striking centre ston...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s 1.10 Carat Diamonds Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold featuring Round Brilliant and Single cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.10 carat. Circa 1950s Size 4 3/4, resizable
Diamond, 18k Gold
1950s Emerald Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Platinum ring set with an octagonal-shaped emerald weighing approximately 8.50 carats, further set with round diamonds. Very fine millegrain workmanship. Size 5 1/2. Can be sized ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 0.50ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful vintage ring centres around a vibrant round emerald surrounded by sparkling diamonds. The central emerald weighs 0.50 carat and is expertly claw set into platinum. Th...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage 25.32 Carat Aquamarine and 3.40 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage aquamarine ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,093Sale Price|20% Off
Dome Ring 5 Diamonds Art Deco Style Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this magnificent dome ring in 18-carat gold, a true masterpiece of Art Deco style, topped with five sparkling diamonds carefully set. This exceptional piece combines eleganc...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.50ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This darling, 1950s era diamond solitaire engagement ring centres an eight cut diamond in fluted claws within its original 18 carat white gold setting. The stunning centre stone weig...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 0.35 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This pretty engagement ring was crafted in the 1950s and features a 0.35 carat diamond. It is round brilliant cut, and is an excellent F colour and VS2 clarity. The diamond is set in...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-Century .95 CTW Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fishtail Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 0.83 carat I color with VS2 clarity - prong set and flanked by additional diamonds Single cut and set with fishtail sty...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$128,000Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Emerald and Diamond Platinum & 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
David Webb 6.00 Carat Emerald and Diamond Platinum & 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring A striking David Webb cocktail ring showcasing a certified 6.00 carat octagonal-shaped emerald, rich...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 0.92 Carat Burmese Ruby and 0.51 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage Burmese ruby and diamond cluster ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Gold and Pavé Diamond Ring of Inverted Double Plaque Design
Located in New York, NY
A Retro pavé diamond ring designed as an inverted wedge with open scrollwork on the gallery, in 18k gold. France. Atw. 3.00 ct. diamonds. The architectural quality of this ring make...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Aqua and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous pale blue emerald cut aqua in this cocktail ring is stunning and measures approx 15pts. Either side of the stone are diamonds measuring 8pts each. Modelled in 18 carat y...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
1950s 5.70 Carat High Zircon and 3.15 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 5.70 Carat high zircon and 3.15 Carat diamond, 18k white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold
.10 Carat Diamond Two Tone Gold Enamel Dome Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Mid Century diamond enamel cluster cocktail ring. 7 round brilliant cut diamonds in a 18k white gold flower design in a dome cluster of robin egg blue enamel. 18k yellow gold...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
GIA Certified Ceylon Blue Sapphire 7.2 Cts 'Untreated, Unheated' Diamond Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Claw-set with an ovel step-cut shaped Ceylon No heated, No treated blue sapphire within a surrounded diamonds. Since unheated Burma and Kashmir sapphires are becoming so difficult t...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-Century 1.12 CTW Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Vintage Twist Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a yellow gold abstracted foliate motif band with white gold segments Arranged as a pierced twist motif centering three old European cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Contemporary 18K White Gold Hand Engraved Princess Cut Diamond Band
Located in Lexington, KY
This contemporary band is a 18k white gold, hand engraved, princess cut diamond ring. White gold is a timeless combination with diamonds aesthetically, and is more durable and scratc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Mariner Link Onyx and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Bold and sculptural, this exceptional mid-century cocktail ring—crafted circa 1950—showcases a dramatic mariner link motif carved from richly polished natural black onyx, weighing ap...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.85 carat Columbian emerald and diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring.
Located in London, GB
An 0.85 carat Columbian emerald and diamond 18 karat white gold engagement ring, circa 1950 This vintage handcrafted ring is set to its centre with a 0.85 carat Columbian emerald cu...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Marchak France aquamarine and ruby statement ring
By Marchak
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century aquamarine, ruby, and gold cocktail ring, centered by a step cut aquamarine in a surround of cabochon rubies, the shoulders further set with cabochon rubies, and with a...
Aquamarine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 13.32 Carat Type A Jadeite Jade Gold Wire Floral Ring From France
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 13.32 Carat Untreated Type A Jadeite Jade Curved Gold Wire Floral Ring. Stamped Made In France. Likely made in the Retro-Art Deco era. This stunning vintage ring showcases a...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 4.38ct Columbian Emerald and Diamond Cluster 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A vintage 4.38ct Columbian emerald and diamond cluster 18 karat white gold ring, circa 1950 This exceptional ring is set to its centre with a Columbian emerald cut emerald of 4.38 c...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1950s Cabochon Ruby Diamonds 18 Carat Gold Floral Cluster Ring
Located in Milano, IT
Antique 18 carat rose and white gold floral cluster ring with cabochon cut ruby 12 x 8 millimeters / 0.472 x 0.314 inches and brilliant cut white diamonds totally 0.50 carat circa. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Sparkling Vintage Six Stone Diamond Wedding Band in 18K White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A vintage mid century period diamond wedding band in 18 karat white gold. This band features six round single cut diamonds weighing a combined 0.12 carats. The diamonds grade as G co...
Diamond, White Gold
$884Sale Price|20% Off
Retro Engagement Ring Diamond 0.15 Carat Yellow Gold and White Gold 18 Carat
Located in Vannes, FR
Retro Engagement Ring Diamond 0.15 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold 18 Karat This engagement ring is a unique piece that embodies the timeless elegance of retro style. It is design...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Mario Buccellati Old Mine Cut Diamond Three-Stone Bombe Ring
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and silver with a GIA certified center Old Mine cut Diamond weighing 1.78 carat, Y-Z color, SI1 clarity, GIA #5211353699. The ring also features two...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
GIA 1.55ct Natural No-Heat Orange Red Spinel and Diamond 3-Stone Vintage Ring
Located in New York, NY
Red SPINEL, the gem of the many royals - a Very Sparkly Alternative for the Modern Engagement ring. If you are one of the many people interested in something other than a colorless d...
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.45ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Crafted in the 1950s this solitaire ring features an impressive 1.45 carat diamond at its centre. The round brilliant cut stone has a colour of H and a clarity of VS1. It is rub over...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1950s 1.89 Carat Diamond and White Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the mark for 18k gold (18CT).
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Ring with Old Cut Diamonds
Located in Milano, MI
Vintage ring, made in Italy set in 18ct white gold with old cut diamonds for circa 0.75ct in total. Central stone is a cushion cut diamond of circa 0.30ct, with a slight yellow tinge...
Diamond, 10k Gold, 18k Gold
18KT Vintage Diamond Buckle Ring
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This ring is full of detail and character! It is most likely from the 1950s-60s and set in 18-karat two-toned gold. The piece features hand-engraved detail work 360 degrees around th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold. A charming and understated vintage white gold ring; its oval-shaped setting holds an aquamarine of the same shape, secured by flat prongs. The shank is o...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 3.01 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A spectacular vintage ring featuring a stunning square emerald cut weighing 3.01 carat. Set to either side are a matching pair of trapeze cut diamonds weighing 0.30 carats each. All ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, yet simply, 1950s diamond solitaire engagement ring. The centre stone has is expertly hand set within the claws, and rest within a hand crafted collet. The detai...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Sapphire and Diamond Myster Set Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Of mid-century elegance and technical innovation, this dome ring stands as a striking testament to the Maison’s artistry and craftsmanship. Dating to circa 1955, it is meticulously c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 0.95ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful cluster ring dates to the 1950s. At its centre sits a glittering, 0.95 carat, round brilliant diamond. This central diamond is then encircled by a cluster of round bri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro Diamond Engagement Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This lovely Retro engagement ring from the 1940s combines 18K and 14K yellow gold in a dainty, elegant design. At its center, a prong-set 0.55-carat old European cut diamond sparkles...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s H. Stern 1.30 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By H. Stern
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a center GIA certified, Emerald cut Diamond weighing 1.30 carats, N color, SI2 clarity, GIA#5141335485. The ring also features two side Trillio...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$4,680Sale Price|20% Off
Convertible Pendant Ring In 18Kt Gold With Ctw In Diamonds Sapphires And Coral
Located in Miami, FL
Retro modernist convertible pendant-ring. Exceptional and unusual piece of jewelry, created in Italy during the mid-century period, back in the 1950. This is a convertible ring and ...
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k ...
Vintage 1950s 0.45 Carat Square Cut Emerald Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a center Square cut Emerald weighing approximately 0.45 carat and two side Square cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.27 carat. Ci...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.45 Cttw Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Troy, MI
You will look fabulous wearing this classic 5 ribbed solitaire ring featuring a rare Old European Cut Diamond weighing just shy of a half carat (0.45 ct.) Diamond is of Collection qu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 3.90ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A total of 3.90 carat of glittering diamonds are on display in this stunning Vintage cluster ring. The cluster centres around a single 0.50 carat transitional cut diamond. A double l...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.85ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1950s this stunning solitaire showcases a 1.85 carat transitional cut diamond as its centrepiece. With an I in colour and VS1 in clarity the diamond is of good quality,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 2.00ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful vintage solitaire ring features a sparkling 2.00 carat diamond at its centre. The stone has been given a J in colour and SI1 in clarity and is claw set into platinum. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 Karat Gold Green Jade Diamond Dinner Cocktail Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 18K gold Green Jade & Diamond Cocktail ring. Large center jade, measuring 17.5mm x 13.6mm x 7.75mm. Approximately 15 Carats. Diamonds are accents at about .5 points each. Th...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Diamond and Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The plain 18k yellow gold ring shank is clearly hallmarked with the 18k gold fineness mark and platinum mark (18ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10.00ct Citrine and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
An eye-catching 10.00 carat citrine takes centre stage in this 1950s cocktail ring. The emerald cut stone is claw set into 18 carat rose gold and flanked by old cut diamonds, sat in ...
Diamond, Citrine, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
Vintage Art Deco Transitional Cut Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Vintage engagement ring features a beautiful transitional cut diamond grain set into a hexagonal bezel within a high square box mount. The piece is further designed wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Vintage Ruby and Diamond White Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.56 carat ruby and 0.25 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold multi strand trilogy/three stone ring; part of our vintage jewellery and estate jewelry coll...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Gold Saddle Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950s GIA certified natural untreated Jadeite Jade solid 18k yellow gold saddle ring. 1 oval green arc shape cabochon untreated Jadeite Jade, 25.03 x 7.94 x 5.54mm, GIA certificate ...
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.50ct Sapphire Solitaire Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1950s, comes this beautiful sapphire solitaire ring. The oval cut stone is a vivid blue colour and weighs 0.50 carat. The sapphire is set within an 18 carat white gold ...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold 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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