Antique Victorian 22K Yellow Gold Asian Hallmarked Wedding Band - Size 3 1/4
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful Antique Victorian wedding band is crafted in 22k yellow gold. This beautiful ring is crafted with a rounded donut design on the top of the ring.
Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Wedding Band Ring Size 6.75
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Band Ring Size 6.75- This sparkling band features 12 round brilliant cut diamonds set in 14K yellow gold. Width: 3 mm. Shank: 2 mm. Approximate...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
24 Karat Yellow Gold Hammer Finish Band Ring - Ring size 6
Located in QLD , AU
This 24 Karat yellow gold ring is a magical piece to own and wear.
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Mixed Cut Diamond Ring(Made to Order)
Located in London, GB
18K White Gold Mix Cut Diamond Ring(Made to Order) Carat weight: 0.25ct Weight: 1.23g Metal options: 18K yellow/white/black/rose gold, platinum Diamond quality: G color, SI clar...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Double Heart Diamond Engagement Ring (Made to Order)
Located in London, GB
18K White Gold Double Heart Diamond Engagement Ring (Made to Order) Center stones: 0.19ct Side stones: 0.28ct Weight: 2.6g Metal options: 18K yellow/white/black/rose gold, platinu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Mix Cut Diamond Ring in V Shape (Made to Order)
Located in London, GB
18K White Gold Mix Cut Diamond Ring in V Shape (Made to Order) Center stones: 0.3 ct Side stones: 0.15 ct Weight: 2g Metal options: 18K yellow/white/black/rose gold, platinum Di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Half Eternity Ring with Round Brilliant Diamonds (Made to Order)
Located in London, GB
18K White Gold Half Eternity Ring with Round Brilliant Diamonds (Made to Order) Carat weight: 0.56 ct Weight: 1.77g Metal options: 18K yellow/white/black/rose gold, platinum Dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Diamond Baguette-Cut Stackable Band Ring (Made to Order)
Located in London, GB
Diamond Baguette-Cut Stackable Band Ring (Made to Order) Main stone: 0.10ct Side stones:0.15ct Weight: 1.61g Metal options: 18K yellow/white/black/rose gold, platinum Diamond qua...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
PHILIPPE SPENCER 20K Gold 5x2mm Band & “Lucky 13” COLORLESS Diamonds
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
PHILIPPE SPENCER Men's and Women’s 20K Gold, 22K Gold and 24K Gold Diamond Ring and Diamond Band Wedding Rings and Bands and Gold Diamond Anniversary Rings and Bands are each a uniqu...
Diamond, Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER 20K Gold 5x2mm Band & “Lucky 13” COLORLESS Diamonds
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
PHILIPPE SPENCER Men's and Women’s 20K Gold, 22K Gold and 24K Gold Diamond Ring and Diamond Band Wedding Rings and Bands and Gold Diamond Anniversary Rings and Bands are each a uniqu...
Diamond, Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER 20K Gold 8x2mm Band with 1.03 Ct. Tw. COLORLESS Diamonds
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
PHILIPPE SPENCER Men's and Women’s 20K Gold, 22K Gold and 24K Gold Diamond Ring and Diamond Band Wedding Rings and Bands and Gold Diamond Anniversary Rings and Bands are each a uniqu...
Diamond, Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER 20K Gold 8x2mm Band with 1.03 Ct. Tw. COLORLESS Diamonds
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
PHILIPPE SPENCER Men's and Women’s 20K Gold, 22K Gold and 24K Gold Diamond Ring and Diamond Band Wedding Rings and Bands and Gold Diamond Anniversary Rings and Bands are each a uniqu...
Diamond, Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER Solid 24K Gold Bangle & Colorless Diamonds in 22K Gold Drops
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
Our work includes 20K to 24K Gold Rings, Statement-Rings, Wedding & Engagement Rings and Bands, Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings and Pendants, all with or without Precious and Semi-Pre...
Diamond, 22k Gold, 24k Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER Colorless Diamonds & Chalcedony in 22K & 20K Gold Earrings
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
Our work includes 20K to 24K Gold Rings, Statement-Rings, Wedding & Engagement Rings and Bands, Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings and Pendants, all with or without Precious and Semi-Pre...
Diamond, Chalcedony, Gold, 22k Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER - 22K & 20K Gold with Diamond & Citrine Statement Earrings
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
Our work includes 20K to 24K Gold Rings, Statement-Rings, Wedding & Engagement Rings and Bands, Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings and Pendants, all with or without Precious and Semi-Pre...
Citrine, Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER 1/3 Ct. Tw. Colorless Diamonds & Pure 20K Gold Earrings
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
Our work includes 20K to 24K Gold Rings, Statement-Rings, Wedding & Engagement Rings and Bands, Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings and Pendants, all with or without Precious and Semi-Pre...
Diamond, Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER 3/4 Ct. Tw. Colorless Diamonds & Pure 20K Gold Earrings
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
Our work includes 20K to 24K Gold Rings, Statement-Rings, Wedding & Engagement Rings and Bands, Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings and Pendants, all with or without Precious and Semi-Pre...
Diamond, Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER 1/3 Ct. Tw. COLORLESS Diamond 20K Gold Drop Stud Earrings
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
Our work includes 20K to 24K Gold Rings, Statement-Rings, Wedding & Engagement Rings and Bands, Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings and Pendants, all with or without Precious and Semi-Pre...
Diamond, Gold
0.16ctw Diamond Nugget Ring 14k 24k Yellow Gold Size 10.25 Wedding Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.16ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - H Clarity - SI2 - I1 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold (band), 24k Yellow Gold (nugget) Wei...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Custom Hammered Band, 24 Karat Yellow Gold Wedding Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
This custom-made ring is created in 24k yellow gold and displays a hammered finish. This ring is a size 12 1/4, but it can be re-sized up or down 1 size for a $40 fee. Once a ring i...
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
24K Solid Gold Hammered Textured Flower Stacker Rings with Diamond
Located in Bozeman, MT
Little Flower Bezel Set Diamond Ring with 24K Hammered Textured Gold Shank, Size 7, Single Stacking Diamond Ring, Handmade by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul, Turkey Ring: Solid 24K Go...
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
ARA Handmade Solid Yellow Gold Multi Color Natural Gemstone Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
(10) Natural Genuine Multi Stones - Oval Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Multi Colors - 4.4x3.2 each (approx.) Material: Solid 24k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.73 Grams Ring Size: 6.5( fitted ...
Moonstone, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammered Ring, 24 Karat Yellow Gold Custom Wedding Band
Located in Greensboro, NC
Crafted in 24k yellow gold, this custom-made ring showcases a luminous hammered finish. This ring is a size 6 1/4 - 6 1/2, but it can be re-sized up 1/2 a size for a $25 fee. Once a...
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rosaria Varra Diamond Band Ring in 24K Gold
By Rosaria Varra
Located in Miami, FL
A 24 karat gold band created by Rosaria Varra. The band is studded with a mix step cut diamonds. The weight of the diamonds is 0.83 carats, GH color and VS clarity. The gross weight ...
Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Russian 23 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Wedding Ring Band, Russia, 1940s
Located in Braintree, GB
Russian 23kt yellow gold men's wedding ring band. Hallmarked 958 - 28kt gold & Russian hallmarked. Made in Russia Circa 1940's Dimensions - Diameter x Width : 2.4 x 0.5 cm Finger Si...
24k Gold
Striking 1.08ct Freeform Australian Boulder Opal Ring with Diamonds, 24K Gold
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Striking, 1.08ct Freeform Australian Boulder Opal Ring with Diamonds, 24K Yellow, Solid Gold. One of a Kind Ring.
Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Gold
Bright Blue Freeform 2.5ct Australian Boulder Opal Diamonds 24K Gold Silver Ring
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Striking, Bright Blue, Australian Boulder Opal, 24k Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver Hanedan Ring w/ 2.5ct Opal & Diamonds Slightly Adjustable Hanedan ring with freeform, opal and diamon...
Opal, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Gold
Vintage Pure Gold 24K Yellow Gold Plain Ring.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pure Gold! LOVE this Vintage Pure Solid Gold 24K Yellow Gold Plain Ring! It would make a fabulous, unique gift for any, and can be worn alone or stacked. Crafted in Pure 24K Yellow G...
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
24 Karat Pure Yellow Gold Ivy Leaves Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Its unique design, high quality materials, and stamp of authenticity make it a stand-out piece that is sure to turn heads. Metal: 24K Yellow Gold (Marked, and Professionally Tested)...
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Edwardian 1905 Belle Epoque Cross In 14Kt Gold Palladium Diamond And 4 Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
This delicate cross was carefully crafted with classical Edwardian motif in solid yellow gold of 14 karats, topped with a layer of palladium.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Pall...
Baguette Ruby Princess Diamond Gold Custom Band Ring
Located in Columbia, MO
This one of a kind ring is a custom design, so there isn't another like it in the world! The ring is comprised of 24 karat yellow gold for that rich yellow color. It is flush set wit...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette Sapphire Round Diamond Gold Custom Band Ring
Located in Columbia, MO
This one of a kind ring is a custom design, so there isn't another like it in the world! The ring is comprised of 24 karat yellow gold for that rich yellow color. It is flush set wit...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER .65 Ct. Yellow Sapphire in 22K and 20K Gold Solitaire Ring
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
Our work includes 20K to 24K Gold Rings, Statement-Rings, Wedding & Engagement Rings and Bands, Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings and Pendants, all with or without Precious and Semi-Pre...
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold
Victorian Diamond and Gold Halo Ring
Located in Madison area, WI
- Antique Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring - c. 1880-1900 - 18k yellow gold, one .26 carat diamond, one .24 carat diamonds, one .21 carat diamond, one .09 carat diamond, one .12 car...
Diamond, 18k Gold
PHILIPPE SPENCER 20K Gold Hand-Forged Ring with 2.16 Ct. Colorless Diamonds
By PHILIPPE SPENCER
Located in Key West, FL
Our work includes 20K to 24K Gold Rings, Statement-Rings, Wedding & Engagement Rings and Bands, Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings and Pendants, all with or without Precious and Semi-Pre...
Diamond, Gold
22k-21k Gold Ring Stackable Bridal Wedding Band More Contemporary Fashion Ideas
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
A unisex wedding band ring in recycled 21k gold. Simplicity Small band contemporary unisex design. This wedding band can be worn individually or stacked with other designs on the AB ...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Diamond Band Ring of 0.95 in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Step into the world of sophistication and elegance with this 14k yellow gold diamond band ring. The classic design features three exquisite diamonds that will captivate anyone who be...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this 18carat gold ring are five diamonds. The central diamond measures 7pts and the smallest diamonds measure 3pts each. Diamond total of this ring is 21pts. Ring Size: Q 1/...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Edwardian Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Engraved Diamond Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Presenting a, Gorgeous Vintage Edwardian Ring with 3 Prong set diamonds. The Ring band is engraved with design with diamonds on Platinum. The Ring band is made in 18K Yellow Gold ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This three stone diamond ring holds three glistening diamonds which are set in tall, elegant platinum illusion settings. Made in London, England. Ring Size: N or 6 1/2
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 55.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault At Emilio Jewelry located on New York's Iconic Fifth Avenue, A magnificent necklace hand made in the Emilio Atelier, the focal point of this necklace is the Cen...
Diamond
Natural Pink Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire eternity band in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love whi...
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this 18carat gold ring are five diamonds. Diamond total of this ring is 95pts. The diamond is also set with pairs of diamond points between each stone. The diamonds are clean ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Diamond, 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The three stones in this ring are set in illusion settings which make the diamonds appear larger. The diamonds total 20pts. The stones are set in platinum and the rest is made with 1...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring 3 Diamonds 1ctw. solid 18K Gold Silver Ø7.5 US /2.9gr
Located in SE
Old Ring with 3 old European cut Diamonds, band in solid 18K Yellow Gold (tested) with Silver clusters. No hallmarks made ca. 1900s -1920s Largest central oval cut Diamond 5 mm x 4...
Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Diamond Five-Stone Ring in Yellow Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Five-Stone Ring In Yellow Gold Hand Crafted In 14k Yellow Gold. The details are as follows : Diamond Weight : 0.35 carat ( GH color and VS clarity ) 7pts each Ring Size : ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this 18 carat gold ring are five diamonds. Diamond total of this ring is 90pts. The diamonds are clean and bright and have a wonderful sparkle. Ring Size: M 1/2 or 6 1/2 Fa...
Diamond, Gold
Art Deco Style 1.16 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring 6.5
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Style New 1.16 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring This ring is brand new. It has been created to look like a elegant ring from the Art Deco Era. The Di...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Ring, Late 20th Century
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This exquisite handmade eternity ring is offered by Claris-A and blends contemporary elegance with antique charm. The sleek, polished yellow gold sides create a modern, minimalist fr...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold 0.91ctw Old European Cut Diamond 5 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian diamond, and yellow gold ring, comprising five, graduating old European cut diamonds, in 18 karat yellow gold. My favourite thing about this Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Wedding Band Ring Size 6- This sparkling band features 14 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K yellow gold. Width: 3 mm. Approximate t...
Diamond, 14k 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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