2 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Platinum H SI2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond Color: H Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI2 Certificat...
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Diamond Ring. Old Euro Diamond Emerald Halo Engagement Platinum J VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Clarity Seco...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$27,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Pear Cut Diamond and Sapphire Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite vintage-inspired ring features a stunning pear-cut diamond, independently certified by the GIA, as its centerpiece. The main stone is gracefully framed by a halo of vi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 2 Carat Emerald Cut Yellow Diamond Ring. White Diamond Halo Platinum W-XSI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: W-X Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Center Diamond Setting:...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
$59,992Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Crisscut Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning engagement ring features a magnificent, GIA-certified 2 carat elongated Crisscut natural diamond as its breathtaking centerpiece.
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds three diamonds totalling 35pts with the central stone measuring 15pts. They are bright and have a lovely sparkle and are set in star settings. Full...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Gazebo 2 Carat Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Diamond Total Carat Weight: This stunning Gazebo ring features a total carat weight of 2 carats, showcasing 62 exquisite round diamonds and 14 baguette diamonds, creating a brilliant...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Diamond Invisible Cluster Cathedral Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Cluster Ring Metal: 18 White Gold Size: 7 (adjustable) Weight: 7.50 Grams Setting: Cathedral Stone Details: Stone Type: Natural Diamond Carat: 2 Carats Total Cut...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 9ct gold band holds three old mine cut diamonds totalling 50pts with the central stone measuring 20pts. They are bright and have a lovely sparkle and are set in star se...
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold
Ruby 1 Carat No Heat Diamond Vintage Trilogy 18 Karat Gold Round Oval Cut Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Details: • Natural Thai ruby • No heat / untreated ruby • Certified by The Gem & Pearl Laboratory • Stephen Kennedy report dated 23 March 2024 • Oval faceted mixed-cut ruby • Rub...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
"Baguette Cascade" 2 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum by Eytan Brandes
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Eytan Brandes made this bonkers new cocktail ring using a mid-Century (probably before 1960) diamond brooch. Channel-setting this piece with straight baguettes must have been a ch...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1/2 Carat Diamond Gent’s Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
This bold and luxurious gent’s ring features an impressive total diamond weight of 5.4 carats, making it a true statement piece for any occasion. Expertly crafted in 14K white gold, ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
2 Carat Rose Cut Engagement Ring. GIA Diamond Stone Accent Ring Platinum I VVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Oval Rose Cut Center Diamond Color: I Center Diamond Clarity: VVS2 Certification: GIA Ce...
Diamond, Platinum
1.78 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine diamond solitaire with diamond shoulders. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Colour H Clarity VS1 Cut O...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 2 Carat Old European Cut Ring. Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum K VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00ct Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: L Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Certification: GIA Certi...
Diamond, Platinum
3.84 Carat Diamond and Platinum Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond One Color J Clarity VVS2 Cut Antique French Content 1.27 carats Dimensions 6.10mm x 5.76mm x 4.78mm Feature Diamond Two Color J Clarity VS2 Cut Antiq...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2ct Oval Solitaire Garden Leaf Diamond-Cut Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this enchanting diamond ring, featuring a stunning oval diamond that weighs an impressive 2.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2 Carat Rose Cut Engagement Ring. GIA Diamond Micro-pave Half Eternity Ring HVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Rose Cut Center Diamond Color: H Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA Ce...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.05 Carat Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Ruby Quality Color Natural Cut Marquise Content 0.87 carat Dimensions Length of setting 1.5cm / 0.59" Width across setting 1.6cm / 0.62" Height of setting 4.77mm / 0.18" Ring Size ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 2 Carat Old European Cut Ring. Diamond Accent Engagement Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Clarity Certi...
Diamond, Platinum
$6,556Sale Price|20% Off
2 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite cocktail ring showcases a stunning natural sapphire, weighing approximately 2 carats, set in a sophisticated Art Deco-inspired design.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
10K White Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Pear Shaped Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
With a total weight of 1/2 carat, these diamonds shimmer with a mesmerizing allure.
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Rose Cut Engagement Ring. GIA Diamond Three Stone Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Rose Cut Center Diamond Color: K Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA Certific...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2 Carat Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified 2.00 carat natural ruby of Burma origin is set in PT900 platinum with a rounded oval profile and flanked by six diamonds totaling 0.60 carats, creating a refined ruby a...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with Halo
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning engagement ring features a brilliant 2.00 carat round-cut diamond, GIA certified for its exceptional quality. The center stone, crafted with an excellent cut, showcas...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.22ct Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum and Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous three stone ring features a round royal blue sapphire weighing 2.22ct mounted in a four claw 18 carat rose gold collet. The gemstone is beautifully accompanied by a rou...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Cluster 2 1/4 Carat Diamond Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
Intricately designed in a pattern reminiscent of an infinity loop, this glamorous 18k white gold band is embellished with a 2 1/4 cttw diamond cluster motif. Natural round-cut, white...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
10K Yellow Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Composite and Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with love and attention to detail, this captivating piece is destined to become a cherished treasure in your collection. The lustrous 10K yellow gold provides a radiant backd...
Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$17,624Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite engagement ring features a stunning center diamond, meticulously graded by the GIA as a Flanders/Elara cut-cornered square brilliant diamond.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2ct Radiant Snowflake Cluster Split Shank Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring showcases an impressive 2 radiant center stone, radiating brilliance with every glance.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2ct Radiant Snowflake Cluster Split Shank Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring showcases an impressive 2 radiant center stone, radiating brilliance with every glance.
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald and 2.62 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Emerald Quality Colour Green Cut Square mixed Content 0.68 carats Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Colour N Clarity VS2 Cut Old European Heart Content 1.68 carats Dimensions 7.72mm x...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$6,984Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 2 Carat Princess Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite engagement ring showcases an impressive 2 carat total weight design, centered around a brilliant natural princess-cut diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
3 Carat Orange Precious Topaz & Floating Diamond Ring in 18K East West Setting
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Statement Ring - Metal: 18K White Gold - Weight: 5.9 Grams - Setting: Half Bezel - Size: 5.5 (adjustable) _______________________________ Center Stone Details:...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
$14,624Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2ct Round Solitaire Bright Shine & Brushed Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Discover a captivating diamond ring featuring a breathtaking round diamond center stone weighing 2 with a stunning I and SI2.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 2 Carat Brilliant Wedding Ring. Eternity Diamond Band Platinum Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamonds Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 2.00 Carats Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Setting: Prong Set Jewelry Type: Band Style: Eternity Wedd...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2ct Round Twisted Prong Cathedral Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Carat: 2.0 Color: F Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 7137-01
Diamond, Platinum
Bucellati 2 Carat Engagement Ring. Vintage GIA Old European Diamond Ring E VVS2
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: E Center Diamond Clarity: VVS2 Center Diamond Set...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
GIA 2ct Round Vine Trellis Filigree Vintage Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a centerpiece of round brilliance at 2 , graded F and VS2.
Diamond, Platinum
$18,467Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2ct Oval Solitaire Openwork Celtic Knot Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a breathtaking oval center stone weighing 2 that is both radiant and eye-cat...
Diamond, Platinum
$18,031Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2ct Oval Solitaire Openwork Celtic Knot Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a breathtaking oval center stone weighing 2 that is both radiant and eye-cat...
Diamond, Platinum
1.82 Carat Diamond and Platinum Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color J Clarity VVS1 Cut Old European round Content 1.30 carats Dimensions 6.73mm x 6.68mm x 4.08mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) G/H Cl...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 2 Carat Square Radiant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
This exquisite platinum estate ring showcases a stunning 2 carat square radiant cut diamond, L color, SI1 clarity, in a luminous halo setting.
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Rose Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Rose Cut Center Diamond Color: K Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA Ce...
Diamond, Platinum
3.05 Carat Diamond and Palladium Cocktail Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Colour I Clarity VS2 Cut Old European Content 1.01 carats Dimensions 6.07mm x 5.96mm x 4.38mm Supporting Diamonds Colour (average grades) H/I/J Clari...
Diamond, Palladium
Antique 1900s 2.04 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Center Diamond Color H Clarity SI2 Cut Old European round Content 0.98 carat Dimensions 6.02mm x 5.69mm x 4.27mm Diamond one Color G Clarity VS1 Cut Old European rou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.38 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color H Clarity SI1 Cut Old European Content 2.29 carats Dimensions 8.44mm x 8.57mm x 5.17mm Supporting Diamonds Color (approximate) H Clarity (appro...
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Oval Cut Tourmaline Ring. Diamond Accent Filigree Ring 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Pink Tourmaline Center Tourmaline Weight: 2.00ct Center Tourmaline Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: 0.05ct Total Diamo...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/2 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Cluster Cushion Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite silver and diamond cushion cluster ring is a must-have for any woman who appreciates the finer things in life. Made from high-quality .925 sterling silver, this ring f...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
2 Carat Halo Style Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: Art Deco Style Engagement Ring 2 Carat Light Fancy Yellow with Rubies and Diamonds Main Diamond Details: The main diamond weighs approximately 2.02ctw.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
French 2 Carat Unheated Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
An elegant French ruby and diamond cluster ring crafted in solid platinum 950. The ring is centered with an oval-cut natural Burmese ruby weighing approximately 2.00 carats. The ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2 Carat Ring. GIA 2ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Center Diamond Sett...
Diamond, Platinum
14K White Gold 2 ¼ Carat Round and Princess Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The wide band is crafted in 14 karat white gold and has four rows of round diamonds. It has a total diamonds weight of 2 1/4 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
$13,001Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2ct Radiant Prong Set Solitaire Slim Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking radiant center stone weighing 2.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 1.00 Carat Diamond Band Ring, VS1-2 Clarity, Size 7, USA
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Beautiful quality, the four diamonds are each set individually in a 4-prong setting in a platinum band measuring 5.20 mm. The superior quality are VS1-2 clarity and color is F-G an...
Diamond, Platinum
English 1.29 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color H Clarity VS2 Cut Old European Content 1.17 carats Dimensions 6.85mm x 6.75mm x 3.42mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) H Clarity (av...
Diamond, Platinum
$13,423Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2ct Radiant Micro Pave Twisted Braid Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The ring features a classic four-prong setting, allowing the diamond to take center stage, while the intricately designed platinum twisted braid band is adorned with sparkling micro ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 2 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Ruby Quality Color Pink red Cut Oval Content 2.00 carats Dimensions 10.1mm x 5.9mm x 3.5mm Diamond Quality Diamond One Color G Clarity P1 Cut Old European round Content 0.38 carat ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 2ct Round 3-Stone Engraved Curved Shank Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Carat: 2.0 Color: I Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 7600-01
Diamond, Platinum
18K Rose Gold 1/2 Carat Composite Marquise Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A confident expression of love, this diamond engagement ring ensures a marvelous moment. Created from deep hued 14K rose gold, this bold style showcases a stunning diamond look. 4 ma...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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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