Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Knot Ring, Circa 1990s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A sculptural vintage Tiffany & Co. knot ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, circa 1990s. The intertwined gold design forms a dimensional knot at the center, creating a classic yet disti...
Yellow Gold
Damiani Sapphire and Diamond Bombe Ring
By Damiani
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 18k, by Damiani, Italy. This stunning floriform ring features 6.0 carats of pink sapphires set in a gradient layout of color for a visually dynamic experience. 1.0 carat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$35,000
Pink Diamond Pave Disc Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pink Diamond Pave Disc Ring A ring featuring a square cut pink center diamond. Surrounded are pave diamonds in a disc motif setting. At the edge of the disc are pave yellow diamonds...
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gucci Gold and Enamel Band Ring
By Gucci
Located in Darnestown, MD
Gold and white enamel band ring by Gucci. The ring is size 6 1/2. It is 5/16" wide. The enamel and gold have a delicate criss cross pattern. Condition is excellent.
18k Gold, Enamel
$30,384Sale Price|20% Off
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Band Large Diamond Pavée" Ring 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Band Large Diamond Pavée" ring was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. The "O'Ring Band Large Diamond Pavée" ring is part of a timele...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1990 Silver 925 Synthetic Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 1990 cocktail ring is going to become your next favorite statement ring you need in your collection! Super fun and unique vintage cocktail ring featuring an array of synthetic r...
Silver
Cartier Pavé Diamond Set Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a timeless diamond ring from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This wonderful piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and showcases three gliste...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHANEL Camellia Citrine Amethyst Yellow Gold Flower Ring
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring from Chanel's Camellia collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a 4-petal flower design set with faceted bright sparkling yellow citrine and deep pur...
Amethyst, Citrine, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Estate Heart Ring Size 4.75 Sterling Silver
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Heart Ring Size 4.75 Sterling Silver TIF274 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS! FREE SHIPPING DETAIL...
Sterling Silver
Oval Sapphire & Diamond Pavé Ring – White Gold - '90s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A refined and sculptural sapphire and diamond ring from the 1990s, crafted in white gold and set with a striking oval-cut blue sapphire of deep, luminous colour. The sapphire is eleg...
White Diamond, Sapphire
3.03ct Conch Pearl & Diamond Platinum Ring rubyking
Located in bangkok, TH
A stunning completely natural, not cultured, conch Pearl weighing an impressive 3.03ct. in a platinum setting with 0.50ct diamonds. The pearl is oval in shape and has been set to cre...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
14k White Gold Natural Diamond Wide Band/Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 14k White Gold Gemstone: Natural Diamond 0.85 cttw H-I color, SI1-SI2 clarity Size: 6 Weight: 5.7grams This double row wide band is set in 14k white gold and adorned with...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Chaumet Gold Anneau Dome Ring
By Chaumet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 18k, by Chaumet, Paris, France. This elegant yellow gold ring has a chic confident look. Effortlessly dressing up or down, jewels like these rocked the Paris fashion sce...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Artisanal Flower White Gold Ring
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful ring in white gold 18kt (15.10 grams) Great mix of colored stones Diamonds 0.33 cts Semiprecious stones 0.82 grams Italian craftsmanship Size 54 / 14 Comes with certificat...
White Gold
Brushed White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat White Gold Ring Featuring 7 Round & Baguette Cut Diamonds Totaling 0.20 Carats. Polished & Brushed Finish Accents. Finished Weight Is 5.2 Grams. Finger Size 7; Purchase Incl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Chandra Porcelain Rubellite Ring, circa 1990.
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
The word “Chandra” literally means “bright, shining or glittering” and is used for the “Moon” in Sanskrit and other Indian languages. Hello 90s! A beautiful ring in 18kt yellow gold...
Rubelite
Vintage KRIZIA K Logo Red Wax Seal Whimsical Novelty Ring
By Krizia
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KRIZIA K Logo Red Wax Seal Whimsical Novelty Ring Features: - 100% Authentic KRIZIA. - Red resin wax seal with K logo ring. - Gold tone hardware. - Adjustable ring. - Unsig...
Tiffany & Co Estate Somerset Heart Ring 7 Silver 9.60 mm
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Somerset Heart Ring Size 7 Silver height 9.60 mm TIF609 This elegant Authentic Tiffany & Co ring is made of sterling silver and has a weight of...
Silver
Estate Natural Diamond Ring, IGI Certified, Size 4
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Stone: Natural Diamond Stone Weight: 0.65 ct Stone Clarity: SI Stone Color: G IGI Certified Side Stones: Natural Diamonds Side Stone Size: 1.7mm Side Stone W...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14k Gold Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking 14k gold cocktail ring is crafted in a bold floral design, centering on six pear-shaped rose-cut diamonds, each arranged in a radiant flower motif. Surrounding each di...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Estate Platinum 5.18ct Opal and Diamond Ring - VHK#839
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Platinum 5.18ct Opal and Diamond Ring - VHK#839 Item Details Year: 1990s Ring Size: 7 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 11.29 grams Diamond De...
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
18k Turquoise and MOP Ring. Turquoise Diamond Mother of Pearl Statement Ring
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Stunning ring. High Quality Natural Turquoise cabochon with Symmetrical Mother of Pearl Cab. Diamond eternity Center. Condition: No visible signs of wear. Will look great as a pi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Tiffany & Co 18 Karat 'X' Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage 'X' ring. By Tiffany & Co. In 18k yellow gold. Simply a classic design by Tiffany & Co.! Date: 1990s Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pic...
Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co Estate Atlas Ring Size 4 Silver 11 mm
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Atlas Ring Size 4 Silver 11 mm TIF499 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 DETAILS Ring Size: 4 Height: 11 mm Weight: 5.2 Grams Metal: Sterling Silver We tr...
Silver
90's Topaz and Peridot Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 14k, American. This lively ring is all about gorgeous color. Featuring a brilliant blue topaz framed by vivid green peridot. The look is playfully chic and joyfully fash...
Peridot, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Diamond Vannerie Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Diamond Vannerie Ring 6 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 6 Band Width: 8.5mm Weight: 8.40 grams Diamond: 14 round brilliant diamonds Hallmark: T&CO. 750 ©1995 It comes...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Oval Ruby Baguette Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classic cocktail ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and set with a deep red sparkling oval ruby and baguette-cut diamonds. Made in United States circa 1990s. Measurements: 0.51"...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Cartier Colisée 18k Gold Pavé Diamond Crossover Ring, 1995
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Cartier Colisée ring, made from 18k gold and set with round diamonds. Two domed bands cross at the center, forming an elongated X shape. Pavé-set diamonds in varying sizes...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sterling Silver Turtle Ring Carol Felley 1990
By Carol Felley
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is adorable Sterling Silver Turtle Ring Carol Felley (Matching choker necklace, bracelet are the last photos **SEPARATE Listing ) We also have the Earrings, Choker and Bracelet...
Sterling Silver
6.63ct Unheated Burma Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Platinum Ring GIA
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply beautiful and utterly unique estate Jewel, probably from the late 1990's, set in solid platinum and featuring a stunning cabochon Ruby from Mogok in Burma weighing an immens...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
13 Carat Champagne Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
13 carat Champagne Diamond Cocktail Ring Center colored diamond approx 13 carat Approx 4 ct diamonds in setting Sizable to any ring size
Diamond
Marina B Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Marina B
Located in Napoli, NA
Stunning five-stone band ring, with a typical Maison Marina B design. Estimated at 0.50 ct of VVS brilliant cut diamonds, E/F colour. CONDITION: Pre Owned - Excellent METAL: 18k Gol...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold 5.5mm Love Ring 49
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cartier 18K White Gold 5.5mm Love Ring 49 Metal: 18K White Gold Size: Cartier size 49, US size 4.75 Band Width: 5.5mm Weight: 6.70 grams Hallmark: "K52612 49 Cartier ©1996 750",...
White Gold
Lagos Gold and Diamond Ring
By Lagos
Located in Darnestown, MD
Scroll design ring by Lagos made of 22 karat gold with six diamonds. The banded design continues throughout the shank. The ring is size 7 1/2. This substantial ring would look equal...
Diamond, 22k Gold
Natural Jadeite & Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Pasadena, CA
This handmade ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold and centered with two natural jadeites that give the piece its character and color. The jadeites are framed by round diamonds. Ring s...
18k Gold
1990s Italian Artisanal Amethyst Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful ring in yellow gold 18kt (12 grams) Large faceted amethyst stone, leaf style Italian craftsmanship Size 56 / 16 Worldwide fast shipping included in the price ! Your ques...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
By Boucheron
Located in London, England
A vibrant and stylish Boucheron ruby and diamond set platinum ring comprising of a four claw set cabochon ruby, shouldered by a cambered panel of pave set round brilliant cut diamond...
Ruby, Platinum
Vintage GIA Diamond and Sapphire 3 Stone Ring Platinum
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1990's. Beautiful round brilliant diamond flanked by two vibrant blue sapphires in a really nice and heavy platinum setting. This would be a wonderful engagement ring or past p...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1.30 carat sapphire 14k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rich blue oval sapphire is set east to west in a half bezel, with a smooth gold rim curving around the top and bottom of the stone and leaving its sides open. On each shoulder, the...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Artdeco Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Istanbul Diamond House
Located in Bayazıt, TR
Welcome to Istanbul Diamond House! This artdeco ring is one of a kind piece of jewelry. It is brand new but produced in 1990's. It was our designers favourite ring and was not for sa...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Contempo Ninties Gold & Steel Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 18k & Steel, Switzerland. Elegantly edgy fashion, this blackened steel and eighteen-karat yellow gold nineties ring features 1.85 carats of brilliant white diamonds (...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Estate Vintage Platinum Engraved Diamond Cluster Ring - VHK#451C
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Vintage Platinum Engraved Diamond Cluster Ring - VHK#451C Item Details: Year: 1990s Ring Size: 4.75 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.8 grams ...
Diamond, Platinum
Modern Sapphire, Diamond and Platinum Bombé Ring
Located in London, GB
A sapphire and diamond bombé ring, with a round faceted sapphire, weighing approximately 2.20 carats, within a surround of round brilliant cut diamonds and a border of half-moon shap...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cocktail ring with coral 14k gold 10.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with a cabochon-cut coral - ring size U.S. 8 - EU. 18.25(57) detailed description: The top of the ring has a diameter of 2.0 cm wide by 1.2 cm high Ring s...
Coral, 14k Gold
Cartier Panthere Claws Black Lacquer 18k Yellow Gold Ring 54
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning authentic Cartier ring from the chic Panthere Claws collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with black lacquer claw marks. Made in France circa 1990s. Mea...
Yellow Gold
South Sea Pearl and Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
A stunning 13mm x 13.4mm South Sea pearl takes center stage in this elegant ballerina ring, framed by 2.94 carats of sparkling baguette diamonds and crafted in 18kt yellow gold. Size...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl
Vintage 1990s Cartier Diamond Nigeria Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 4.50 carats. Signed by Cartier Circa 1990s Size 6 1/2
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.10ct Black Opal and 0.25ctw Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Orlando, FL
An oval black opal sits at the center of this platinum ring. Its dark body shows green and blue with flashes of orange and violet, and the colors shift as the hand moves. Four claw p...
Diamond, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum
Fabulous Massive Impressive Hyper-Modernist Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, by Killer & Co., Solothurn Switzerland. This stunning modernist ring features a textured landscape of raised spirals. Perfect for everyday, the look is very con...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mikimoto Ring. Vintage 18k Gold Mikimoto Pearl Coral Double Post bypass ring
By Mikimoto
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine MIKIMOTO ring 18k Yellow Gold coral and Pearl MIKIMOTO Double Post Bypass ring Extremely rare. Details: Size 5 Akoya pearl 7mm Coral 5mm 4.4grams total
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond Yellow Solid Gold Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classic unisex ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and set with G-H VS2-SI1 diamonds weighing an estimated 0.40 carats. Made in United States circa 1990s. Measurements: 0.31" (8m...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1990s Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.56ct diamond and 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold set engagement ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry collections. This fine and impressive diamond engag...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 6.2 Carat Rubellite Ring
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very beautiful 22kt hammered yellow gold ring set with a 6.2 ct Rubelite. The size is 8. Designed by Colleen B. Rosenblat
Rubelite, 22k Gold
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Band Large Diamond Pavée" Ring 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Band Large Diamond Pavée" ring was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. The "O'Ring Band Large Diamond Pavée" ring is part of a timele...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 6.74 carat Australian opal diamond platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage ring showcases a square cut Australian opal weighing a generous 6.74 carats, its broad face catching the light with vivid, ever-shifting color across its surface. Ten ro...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Heart-Shaped Tourmaline Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1993, 18k, by Tiffany & Co., New York. This wonderful ring is an understated expression of Tiffany's love affair with heart motifs. The richly hued heart-shaped tourmaline is ...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Estate Somerset Ring 6 Sterling Silver 10 mm TIF1004
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Somerset Ring 6 Sterling Silver 10 mm TIF1004 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 DETAIL Design: Somerset Ring Size: 6 Height: 10 mm Weight: 11 Grams Metal:...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Estate Somerset Ring 8 Sterling Silver 10 mm TIF1005
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Somerset Ring 8 Sterling Silver 10 mm TIF1005 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 DETAIL Design: Somerset Ring Size: 8 Height: 10 mm Weight: 11 Grams Metal:...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Estate Somerset Ring 4.5 Sterling Silver 10 mm TIF1007
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Somerset Ring 4.5 Sterling Silver 10 mm TIF1007 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 DETAIL Design: Somerset Ring Size: 4.5 Height: 10 mm Weight: 11 Grams Me...
Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Band Medium Diamond Pavée" Ring 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Band Medium Diamond Pavée" ring was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. This ring is part of a timeless signature BV Sado-Chic series...
Diamond, Gold, 18k 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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