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
11.00ct Aquamarine, Diamond and Ruby 18 Carat White Gold 50's Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
This one of a kind vintage cocktail ring features an intricate architectural design crafted from 18 carat white gold. An impressive 11.00ct square cushion cut aquamarine, mounted in ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Vintage Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Open Work Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
This unique French dress ring features a beautiful old European cut diamond mounted in a four, double claw, open back setting, with an approximate weight of 0.70ct. The solitaire dia...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Cat's Eye Tourmaline White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This mesmerizing mid-century cat’s eye tourmaline ring from the 1950s is a true statement of elegance and sophistication. Crafted in 18K white gold, it centers on a stunning 5.34-car...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Finland Spectrolite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Massive gold antique signet ring, its mounting with the geometrical contours is decorated on the top in closed setting, of a cabochon of spectrolite wit...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Jade 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. A feminine antique ring with a gold-wire setting, twisted and openworked. A small gold pearl is set at the beginning of the ring. The basket holds a mar...
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 7.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This stunning cluster ring dates back to the 1950s. At its heart sits an impressive 7.50 carat, cabochon cut sapphire. Claw set in 18 carat yellow gold, the sapphire is then envelope...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1950s Jade 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. This vintage ring is set with a green jade cabochon. The oval-shaped surround is chased and the basket is openwork. Weight of the jade : 4,40 carats app...
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Flower Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This characterful, vintage flower ring, features a central diamond surrounded by oval cut rubies. The transitional cut diamond weighs 0.20 carat with a colour of G and clarity of VS....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold Green Jade Swirl Ring Midcentury
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely Mid Century Oval Green Jade set in 18K Gold. Shank is a swirl design and the Jade sits high atop it. Measuring .69 x.51 in. It sits up .45 in. The ring is a size 5.5. It can b...
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Retro Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold and platinum. The band of this retro rose gold signet ring is wide and domed. The top is decorated with openwork geometric patterns and bridges. In the cen...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage Victorian Inspired Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
One gorgeous old cut diamond is the centrepiece of this mid-century incarnation of a Victorian era diamond cluster ring. This diamond is accented at each of its cardinal points by a ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Sapphires and Diamonds Cocktail Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This statement ring features wonderfully set baguette cut sapphires and diamonds. The main stones are the sapphires, which are a deep, rich blue. They have a combined weight of 1.05 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s 18KT Gold Ribbed Mount Cabochon Emerald Ring, 5.50 cts
Located in Braintree, GB
A bold vintage 1950s ring in 18KT gold, set with a large oval cabochon emerald in a dramatic ribbed mount. The strong vertical fluting and heavy gold setting give the ring classic mi...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 2.75ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This vintage cluster ring features a stunning 2.75 carat oval cut sapphire at its centre, encircled by a cluster of round brilliant cut diamonds. The flanking diamonds sit the larges...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
White gold 1.30 Carats diamond ring from 1951
Located in Uccle, BE
White gold 18 Karat ring from 1951. The ring is set with a center brilliant diamond of 1.30 Carats (estimated H color - Vs clarity) and approximately 0.65 Carats 8/8 cut diamonds. ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certificated 8.00 carats Fine Emerald and Diamond ring.
Located in Firenze, FI
an elegant emerald and diamond ring , set at the center with 8.00 carats Colombian emerald in a surround of round brilliant-cut diamonds and baguette-cut diamonds ( circa 4 carats ) ...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 2.70ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A 1950s cluster ring set with one gorgeous oval sapphire in a cornflour blue shade with a cluster of round brilliant cut diamonds surrounding. The sapphire has a weight of 2.70 carat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
3.00ct Aquamarine and Diamond Halo Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
A lavish 3.00 carat oval-shaped aquamarine splashes blue from its rub over mounting. It is set within a twinkling wreath of round brilliant cut diamonds, which have a total weight of...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Cluster Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
The centre stone on this gorgeous vintage ring is a transitional cut diamond, which was popular around the 1950s. It is 1.25 carats and is then wonderfully surrounded by french cut r...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 0.55 Carat Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
A classic example of a solitaire ring, this piece dates back to the 1950s. The old cut 0.55 carat diamond is claw set within an 18 carat white gold mount, then finished with an 18 ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold
French 1950s Colorness Stone 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Antique ring, slightly domed at the top, with a geometrically designed setting of colorless gems. The center gem is held in place wit...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco 1.50 Carat Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
A fine antique 1.50 carat diamonds 18 karat yellow gold dress ring. The Sparkling European cut Diamonds pave setting are graded G color Vs clarity. Origin Italy 1930 CONDITION: Pre-...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Late Deco Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1950s, this vintage ring is a classic trilogy ring. In the middle is a 0.30 carat diamond, highlighted by two 0.25 carat diamonds either side. All sparkle within their ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
2.58 Carat Colombian Emerald and Old Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous vintage three-stone engagement ring features a rectangular cushion cut Colombian emerald weighing 2.58 carats, mounted in a four double claw, open back setting. The vib...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond and Pink Sapphire Bypass Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This vintage bypass ring features mirror image rows of twenty-four dark pink calibre baguette-shaped sapphires totaling approximately 0.72 carats outlined with four rows of brilliant...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This colourful c.1950s take on a classic cluster design centres a bright blue sapphire within a grain-set halo of 0.50ct round brilliant cut diamonds. In classic two-tone vintage st...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1950s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Large yellow gold antique ring with 3 gold gadroons in a domed drop. On the top, an applied knot-shaped motif is adorned with a central antique-fashione...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
This one of a kind dress ring showcases an intricate design masterfully crafted from 18 carat white and yellow gold. Taking centre-stage is a beautiful old cut diamond eight claw s...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Modernist Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, owl hallmark. Ring which is inspired by the models of Jean Desprès, it is composed of three flat rings joined to each other, each set on top of a modern ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. A retro vintage ring in gold, the top is a dome with geometric lines openworked with arabesques, a gold pearl and scrolling decoratio...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Gentlemen's Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
This handsome circa 1950s gentlemen’s ring centres a 3.50 carat cabochon ruby flanked on either side by a 0.10ct round brilliant cut diamond, all in open back rubover mountings. Bro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.50 Carat Total Pear Shaped Diamond Toi et Moi Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A genuine 1950s toi et moi engagement ring from the antique jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers. It features two pear shaped natural diamonds and ten baguette cut diamonds that de...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
French 1950s Polychrome Tourmaline 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Original and elegant retro ring, its setting is large, slightly domed openwork and decorated on top of a superb rectangular polychrom...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1.25ct Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This show stopping cocktail ring was crafted in the 1950s. The 1.25 carat emerald cut emerald is fully natural with no signs of treatment. The gem stone is claw set into platinum and...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-Century Gold and Diamond Cocktail Ring of Tapering Architectural Design
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century gold and diamond cocktail ring of tapering and radiating teardrop design with a rope twist border and raised openwork gallery, in 18k and platinum. French import marks...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 0.60 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant red ruby is the star of this vintage ring. The ruby is old cut, and is 0.60 carat. It is surrounded by a glittering halo of diamonds, which total to 0.30 carat. They are ei...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 0.40 Carat Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
A 0.40 carat diamond is surrounded by a halo of marquise cut rubies. The diamond is graded as I colour and VS2 clarity. The rubies total to 1.20 carat, and have a deep red colour. Al...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 0.60ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 1950s cluster ring showcases a vibrant 0.60 carat emerald at it’s centre. The emerald cut stone is claw set into 18 carat yellow gold and surrounded by 0.28 carat tota...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1950s Certified 2.92 Carat Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold ring, own hallmark. Vintage ring, its setting presents a decoration of lines on all its body. It is closed set on the top of a degrees- cut emerald of an...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 4.85 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
A substantial aquamarine is claw set in a platinum collet, surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, totalling to 1.12 carat. The aqua weighs 4.85 carat and is a gorgeous...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant red ruby is enveloped by glittering round brilliant diamonds in this 1950s cluster ring. The ruby is an oval cut stone weighing 1.00 carat. Claw set into 18 carat white gol...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro 1950s Confetti Agate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold. An important vintage signet ring with geometric lines, featuring a rectangular top set with a "confetti" cabochon agate. On either side, the star...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Retro Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. This beautiful domed ring represents a flower whose heart is an antique brilliant-cut diamond, surrounded by a thin gold cord. The pe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Openwork Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Curved and openworked with volutes and wave patterns, this retro gold ring holds above an antique brilliant-cut diamond. Weight of ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.70ct Diamond and Emerald Target Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This fascinating target ring features a 1.70 carat old European cut diamond to the centre which is then encircled by a row of square cut natural emeralds creating a superb contrast a...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
1950s Retro 3.20 Carat Diamond White Gold Solitary Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats white gold. Delicate and elegant, here is a solitary ring who is out of the ordinary. Composed of a mounted with delicate basket and openworked with elegance, this ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1950s Aquamarine Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark. Magnificent retro ring, it is decorated on its top with an oval aquamarine held in 4 claws and surro...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 0.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
A striking natural takes centre stage in this Vintage 1950s cluster ring. The deep blue sapphire is an oval cut stone, weighing 0.90 carat. With a raised claw setting crafted in plat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cattle Motif Decorative Ring 8.8 Grams Size 5
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Interesting 18 karat yellow gold ring featuring a Cattle motif with decorative swirl and beading design weighing 8.8 grams. More Vintage Animals Jewelry in Stock Message for Picture...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark. Round in shape, this daisy ring is adorned with a brilliant-cut diamond on a surround of other diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Charming antique ring, it consists of a rose gold bridge set on top, in applique, of a white gold pattern adorned with a modern brill...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1950s Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. This antique ring forms an openwork drape on top with a brilliant-cut diamond in the center. Total diamond weight: approximately ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Retro Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Delightful retro jewel, the setting forms an openwork dome and decorated with a brilliant-cut diamond set in the center. On both side...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1950s Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carats yellow gold, owl hallmark. Asymmetrical on the top this voluminous ring is made of a domed gadrooned pattern, attached to a flower whose heart represents a dome set...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful vintage cluster ring features an intense blue sapphire at it’s centre. The emerald cut sapphire weighs 0.90 carat and has been rub over set into 18 carat yellow gold. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knot Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. Lovely retro ring, its setting is made up of a concave knot motif on the top and centered with a modern brilliant- cut diamond s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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