Vintage 3.66 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage diamond jewellery/estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color G Clarity...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 2.57 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS1/VS2 Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Round Content 2.57 carats Number of Diamonds 19 Dimensions Width of sett...
Diamond, Platinum
1.74 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color I Clarity VVS1 Cut Round Brilliant Content 1.64 carats Dimensions 7.70mm x 4.37mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) G Clarity (average...
Diamond, Platinum
2.48 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and 0.96 Carat Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning antique Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring. Sapphire Quality Origin Sri Lanka (Ceylon) Color Blue ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2.80 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Ring Feature Diamond Color I Clarity SI1 Cut Old European Content 1.75 carats Dimensions 7.30mm x 7.28mm x 4.86mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) H/I Clarity (ave...
Diamond, Platinum
1.74 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning example of vintage diamond jewelry. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color D Clarity VS1 Cut Rou...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 0.90 Carat Sapphire and 0.36 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning example of sapphire engagement ring. Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Cushion Content 0.90 carat ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
5.40 Carat Pink Tourmaline 1.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tourmaline Quality Color Pink Cut Emerald Content 5.40 carats Dimensions 12.72mm (length) x 8.86mm (width) x 5.50mm (depth) Diamond Quality Color (average grades) F Clarity (average...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Vintage 3.20 Carat Sapphire and 0.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning round sapphire ring. Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Round Faceted Content 3.20 carats Dimension...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.87 Carat Zambian Emerald 0.68 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Emerald Quality Origin Zambia Cut Oval Faceted Content 1.87 carats Dimensions 9.59mm (length) x 7.67mm (width) x 4.07mm (depth) Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (ave...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1.39 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color F Clarity SI2 Cut Round brilliant Content 0.70 carat Dimensions 5.68mm x 3.44mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) G Clarity (average g...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.33 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine 0.33 carat diamond engagement ring. Diamond Quality Color I Clarity VVS2 Cut Transitional Modern Bri...
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
1960s Vintage 5.81 Carat Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Opal Quality Color White Cut Cabochon Content 5.81 carats Dimensions 19.45mm x 12.64mm x 4.62mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) I Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Transitiona...
Diamond, Opal, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite Art Deco platinum engagement ring from the 1930s features a stunning GIA-certified 1.04-carat transitional round brilliant-cut diamond, prong-set to emphasize its exce...
Diamond, Platinum
1930s, 1.05 Carat Diamond White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique jewelry/estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Color H Clarity VS1 Cut Transitional mod...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum 1950's Old Transitional Cut Engagement Ring .50cts VEG#79
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Description: Here we have an absolutely Royal looking engagement ring. The center diamond is ultra white and clean, with a transitional old cut center diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 17.67 carat Citrine and 1.33 carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Citrine Quality Cut Oval Faceted/Round Faceted Content 17.67 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Round Con...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 7.10 Carat Sapphire & 2.40 Carat Diamond Halo Ring c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This is wrapped within a scalloped border of transitional cut diamonds, which also cascade down the shoulers of the ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 2.62 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning 2 carat round diamond solitaire engagement ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1950s 2.83 carat Citrine and 1.30 carat Diamond Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Citrine Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 2.83 carats Dimensions 8.74mm (average diameter) x 5.56mm (depth) Diamond Quality Colour (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cu...
Citrine, Diamond, Platinum
Scarselli 11 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Ring in Platinum 'GIA'
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
From SCARSELLI this 11.21 carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Cut Diamond is VS1 clarity and flanked by white brilliant cut tapered diamonds (2=1.02 carat) in a handmade platinum ring.
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 2.60 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 1 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Origin Sri Lanka (Ceylon) Color Blue Cut Octagonal Content 2.60 carats Dimensions 7.40mm (length) x 6.70mm (width) x 5.20mm (depth) Diamond Quality Color (average g...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage French 5.19 Carat Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage diamond jewellery/estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Colour J Clarit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.21 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Antique Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
With an engraved and pierced vintage mounting, the platinum ring features a gorgeous bezel-set transitional round brilliant-cut diamond, weighing approximately 1.21 carats, graded F ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
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Peter Suchy 2.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Halo Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Transitional cut round diamond three-stone engagement ring. 2.30ct center stone with 2 have moon side diamonds and a halo of round diamonds in a platinum setting made by the Peter Su...
Diamond, Platinum
1940s 1.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this item. Diamond Quality Color G Clarity VS 2 Cut Transitional modern brilliant round Content 1.04 carats Di...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.78 Carat Diamond and Platinum Marquise Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique diamond jewelry/estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color J Clarity V...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.05 Carat Sapphire and 1.45 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 1.05 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) I Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Transitional modern brilliant round/Eight Content (t...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 3.53 Carat Diamond and Platinum Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Diamond One Color I Clarity VS2 Cut Round Brilliant Content 1.31 carats Dimensions 6.92mm x 4.42mm Diamond Two Color H Clarity SI2 Cut Round Brilliant Content 1.22 c...
Diamond, Platinum
.90 Carat Round Diamond Three-Stone Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
.90ct round center diamond in a three-stone engagement setting. 14k white and yellow gold with 2 tapered baguette side diamonds. EGL certified. Circa 1940-1950. 1 round brilliant c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.28 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage solitaire ring has been crafted in platinum. The ring displays a stunning principal 1.03 carat transitional modern brilliant round cut dia...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 2.47 Carat Diamond and Platinum Twist Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this large two stone diamond crossover ring. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond One Colour F Clarity SI1 Cut Roun...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 5.22 Carat Black Onyx and 3.64 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine vintage onyx and diamond ring. Onyx Quality Cut Oval Content 5.22 carats Dimensions 20.55mm (length)...
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
Antique 1.20 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H/I Clarity (average grades) SI1 Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Round Content 1.20 carats Number of Diamonds 24 Dimensions Width of settin...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 2.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Colour (average grades) G/H Clarity (average grades) VS1/VS2 Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Round Content 2.89 carats Number of Diamonds: 17 Dimensions Width of ...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 2.45 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine gold and diamond multi-row ring. Diamond Quality Color (average grades) F/G Clarity (average grades) ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.02 Carat Sapphire 0.25 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Floral Ring Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Oval Faceted Content 1.02 carats Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color H Clarity VVS1 Cut Round Brilliant Content 0.16 carat Dimensions 3.46mm (avera...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.61 Carat Pave Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
European transitional Ideal cut diamond engagement ring. GIA certified 1.61cts round center stone in a platinum halo setting with 114 round micro pave set accent diamonds. Raised cro...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique French 1.22 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 example of antique diamond jewelry/estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color J Clarity V...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s 2.10 Carat Diamond and 18K White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of diamond jewelry/estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color H Clarity VS1 Cut T...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Italian 2.50 Carat Sapphire 0.70 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Marquise Content 2.50 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Round Content 0....
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1.13 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color F Clarity VS2 Cut Transitional modern brilliant round Content 0.41 carat Dimensions 4.79mm x 2.87mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s 1.87 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color I Clarity SI2 Cut Transitional modern brilliant round Content 0.82 carat Dimensions 6.18mm x 3.52mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) ...
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 8.72 Carat Opal and 0.28 Carat Diamond, 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Opal Quality Cut Cabochon Content 8.72 carats Dimensions 23.83mm (length) x 15.60mm (width) x 4.59mm (depth) Diamond Quality Colour (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) SI1 C...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring in White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) F/G Clarity (average grades) VS1/VS2 Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Round Content 3.00 carats Number of Diamonds 25 Dimensions Width of se...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified .86 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco diamond engagement ring. Transitional cut round center diamond set in platinum, three-stone stetting with two straight baguette cut accent diamonds. EGL certified. 1 trans...
Diamond, Platinum
1.42 Carat Emerald 0.85 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Emerald Quality Cut Cabochon Content 1.42 carats Dimensions 6.78mm (length) x 6.12mm (width) x 5.54mm (depth) Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 C...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10.56 Carat Aquamarine and 0.48 Carat Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Aquamarine Quality: Cut Emerald Content 10.56 carats Dimensions 15.04mm (length) x 11.92mm (width) x 7.72mm (depth) Diamond Quality: Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grade...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s 1.95 Carat Sapphire and 0.40 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine vintage sapphire and diamond ring in yellow gold. Sapphire Quality Colour Blue Cut Oval Faceted Cont...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Antique 2.62 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning diamond ring with baguettes. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color H Clarity VVS1 Cut Round Bril...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.75 Carat Sapphire and 1.02 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning vintage blue sapphire and diamond ring. Sapphire Quality Cut Oval faceted Carat 0.75ct Dimension...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
EGL Certified .40 Carat Diamond Sapphire Filigree White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Its vintage-inspired charm embodies a story of love and promise, reminiscent of heirlooms that stand the test of time. 1 transitional round diamond, approx. total weight .40cts, F –...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s French 2.05 Carat Diamond and Oval Cut Ruby Color Doublet Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive example of European jewelry /estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 3/4 Carat Diamond Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The platinum band is trickled with well-matched diamonds that further level-up this dazzler. Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Wei...
Diamond, Platinum
0.75 Carat Yellow Diamond Twist Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning and unusual antique yellow diamond twist ring. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond One Color Z+/Fan...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.04 carat diamond and platinum solitaire ring; part of our collection of diamond engagement rings.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 3.20 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this 1920s diamond ring. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color I Clarity VVS1 Cut Round Brilliant Content 2.70...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 2.73 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine vintage 2.73 carat diamond cocktail ring in platinum. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color N Clarit...
Diamond, Platinum
2.34 Carat Madagascar Sapphire and 1.85 Carat Diamond Platinum Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.34 carat cushion cut Madagascar sapphire and 1.85 carat diamond, platinum trilogy ring; part of our collection of sapphire engagement rings.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
0.75 Carat Burmese Ruby 1.38 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Halo Ring Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this oval cut ruby ring with double diamond halo. Ruby Quality Origin Burma Cut Oval Faceted Content 0.75 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, White 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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