2.24 Carat Emerald Ruby Diamond Cocktail Marrakech Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and sterling silver. Handcrafted in 2.24 carats emerald, .3 carats ruby, yellow sapphire & illuminated with 1.56 carats dia...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2.56tcw 14K Lush Dark Green Genuine Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A classic emerald and diamond engagement, statement, or right-hand ring. Dexterously crafted in gleaming 14K white gold this ring features a 2.36-carat natural Zambian emerald-Assche...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Contemporary 2.10ct Squared Emerald 3 Rows Sterling Silver Wide Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A striking geometric statement from the late 20th century, this 1990s sterling silver band ring showcases a bold three‑row arrangement of square‑cut emeralds totaling approximately 2...
Emerald, Sterling Silver
Platinum High Quality 0.81ctw Emerald w/ Diamond Brushed Finish 3 Stones Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Emerald Cut - V Prong Set - Very Fine Green Color - Hight Quality - 0.57ct (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Emerald Cut - Prong Se...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Yellow Gold Synthetic Emerald & Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise Cut 2.44ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Down 3 sizes for $30 or Up 2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Synthetic Emerald Carat: 1.90ct Cut: Marquise Color: Green Size: 12....
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,248Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut Citrine Ring, France, 1970s
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this superb 18-carat yellow gold ring featuring a magnificent emerald-cut citrine.
Citrine, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Gold
GIA Certified .95 Carat Emerald Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Rich emerald and diamond engagement ring. Exquisite square cut .95ct emerald mounted in a bezel setting. Accented with 3 round brilliant cut diamonds on each side. 14k white gold set...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s 2.50 Carat Emerald & 4.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K white gold and platinum with an Oval cut Emerald weighing approximately 2.50 carats surrounded by Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing a total of ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
2.25 Carat Marquis-Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: ✔ Stone: Emerald ✔ Center-Stone Weight: 0.75 Carats ✔ Stone Cut: Marquis ✔ Stone Color: Vivid Green ✔ Stone Origin: Colombia ✔ Ring: 14K, 1.50 Carats Round-Brilliant Cut Dia...
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
1.38 Carat Emerald and Diamond 3-Stone Engagement Ring in White and Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Worthy of envy! This classic 3-stone ring features a gorgeous green emerald that possesses beautiful color and brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Diamond & Emerald 3-Stone Edwardian Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Good Era: Edwardian Year: 1901-1915 Metal: 12k Yellow Gold, platinum Gemstone: Emerald Carat Weight: 0.25 Cut: Round Mixed-Cut Color: Green Clarity: Transparent Accent ...
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1.70 Carat Colombian Emerald and 2.18 Carat Diamond Platinum Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of emerald jewelry/estate jewelry. Emerald Quality Origin Colombia Cut Round Step Content 1....
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$148,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills All GIA 5.20ct VVS2 Emerald Cut Diamond 3-Stone Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning and classic natural three-stone diamond engagement ring, GIA certified. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills. 6.88 carats total diamond weight. *Center stone has very lar...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.25 Carat Fancy Yellow Emerald-Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring Platinum & 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite statement of color and craftsmanship, this three-stone ring features a trio of natural Fancy Yellow emerald-cut diamonds totaling 3.25 carats, radiating vibrant golden w...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Zambian Emerald and Marquise Diamond Open Ring 0.95 Carat Emerald 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Crafted in 18K solid white gold, this elegant open ring pairs a 0.95-carat natural Zambian emerald with 0.77 carats of natural marquise-cut diamonds in a refined contemporary design.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
.78 Carat Emerald Pavé Diamond Gold Wedding Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald pave diamond wedding band ring. 3 round cut bright emeralds with 86 round accent diamonds in 18k yellow gold. 1 round bright green Emerald, approx. total weight .32cts, MI...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18 Karat Gold 5.26 Carat Emerald-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 5.26 Carat Emerald-Cut Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Band Ring This spectacular azure blue sapphire and invisible setting diamond band is breathtaking.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,240Sale Price|40% Off
IGI 14K 2.51 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds 3-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
Main Stone Variety: Natural Emerald Shape: Emerald Cut Weight: 2.51 Carat Color: Green Treatment: Moderate Oiled Side Stone Variety: Natural Diamond Shape: Baguette Cut Weight: 0....
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy .58 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald and diamond engagement ring. .58ct bright green round round emerald center stone set in at 18k yellow gold setting complemented with 3 round cut diamonds on each side of the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.02 Carat Asscher Cut Square Emerald Engagement Platinum Ring
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Platinum ring with GIA certificate, no. 2165724127. Details are: Center stone: 3.02 / H VS1 Asscher/Square emerald cut naturally mined diamond, 8.43 x 8.39 x 5.15 mm.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 3.44 Carat D/VVS2 Three Stone Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Platinum 3.44 Carat D/VVS2 Three Stone Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
$1,296Sale Price / item|20% Off
Marquise Cut Emerald & Diamond Three Stone Cluster Ring 1 carat 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This cluster ring features 1 carat of marquise-cut emeralds set in 14K yellow gold.
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Diamond Ring - 14k Emerald Cut 2.50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Blue Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): 2.40...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.5 Carat Emerald & Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Gram weights and measurements are subject to a slight variance depending on ring size. Product Specifications: Item Type: Three Stone Engagement Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Ring Size...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Genuine Emerald and .50 Carat Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, Yellow Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
.97 carat emerald cut, genuine emerald gemstone (almost 1 carat) .52 carat total diamond weight (28 round brilliant diamonds and a little over .50 carats t.w.) 14 karat yellow gold r...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow & White Gold GIA 2.60ctw Emerald Cut Bezel Set Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ copies of the 3 GIA certification for the diamonds. Stock Number: MK-160289133-121925 --Certification Details #1:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 1539064047 Shape: Emeral...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,324Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.61 Carat Octagon Cut Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and diamond three stone ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality. Three stone rings come with deeper meaning, traditionally symbolizing friendship and love...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Ring with Emerald 3.71 Carats and 18 Carat White Gold with Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18-karat yellow and white gold diamond and emerald ring 3.71 carats Ring in 18-carat white gold, basket in 18-carat yellow gold holding in its center a large prong-set emerald-cut em...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid Century 1.40 carat diamond emerald platinum band ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Set in alternating rhythm are 3 marquise cut emeralds totaling approximately 0.60 carat, their rich green color and elongated shape adding graphic contrast to the diamonds' sparkle.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Style Colombian Emerald And Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Gainsboro Art Deco revival Colombian emerald and diamond 3 stone engagement ring is a bespoke treasure.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Art Deco Emerald & Carre Cut Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We absolutely love every bit of this unique Art Deco, 1920 - 1940, Cocktail Ring. Accenting the ring are: 3 - Carre Cut Diamonds; 0.2 Carat Each, FG Color, VS1 Clarity 2 - Round Na...
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
5.41 Carat Vivid Green Colombian Muzo Emerald & Old Euro Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS-certified 5.41 carat cushion-cut "Vivid Green" minor oil Colombian emerald in 18K white gold three-stone ring. Flanked by two old European-cut diamonds totaling 1.50 carats. Ring...
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA 1.93 ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond 3-Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA 1.93 ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring features a GIA certified Colombian Emerald weighing 1.93 carats accented by two Rose...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.07 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified Colombian emerald ballerina ring in platinum featuring 3.07 carat octagonal emerald with 1.50 carats of baguette diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Solid Gold Round Cut Natural Emerald Band Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: ✔ Metal: 18k Gold ✔ Size: 6.5/7/7.5 ✔ Weight: 2.25 grams (average) Emerald Details: Colombian origin, 12 stones, and round brilliant cut (ct size below) ***RING VARIATION...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold 4.27tcw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Gypsy Ring, East-West 3 Stone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Behold the epitome of sophistication with this captivating emerald and diamond three-stone ring. At its center sits a mesmerizing 3.65-carat natural Colombian emerald, expertly cut i...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA 2.22ct Emerald Vintage 3-Stone Heart & Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elegantly crafted, this remarkable diamond ring features a stunning center stone of emerald 2.22 , showcasing exquisite E and VS2. The ...
Diamond, Platinum
1ct Oval Emerald and .06ct Round Diamonds 3-Stone Ring
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
Capturing timeless elegance, this sophisticated and dainty three-stone ring showcases a rich 1-carat green oval emerald with a unique brightness. The center stone is meticulously pro...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.50 Carat East-West Emerald Cut Diamond Band Ring In 14K White Gold
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Carat weight: 2.5ct. Ring size: 6. Can be sized upon request.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA 4.50ct Estate Vintage Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Wedding Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Breathtaking Estate Vintage HANDMADE PLATINUM (stamped) Engagement ring dazzles GIA certified 4.02ct Emerald Diamond center diamond in K color SI1 clarity (Near COLORLESS and Eye c...
Diamond, Platinum
5.41 Carat Vivid Green Colombian Muzo Emerald & Old Euro Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS-certified 5.41 carat cushion-cut "Vivid Green" minor oil Colombian emerald in 18K white gold three-stone ring. Flanked by two old European-cut diamonds totaling 1.50 carats. Ring...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
5.18 ct Emerald Cut Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring GIA 18k
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified VS1 natural fancy vivid yellow natural diamond 5.18 carat engagement ring. Emerald cut 3 Stone engagement ring with fancy vivid yellow diamond GIA 5.18 ct VS1 center st...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Emerald And Diamond Half-alliance Ring, 18 Carat White Gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Half wedding ring in 18 carat white gold, set with: -4 baguette-cut diamonds, total weight approx. 0.50 carat -3 Colombian emeralds, approx. 0.50 carat in all The quality of the eme...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Yellow Square Emerald Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring in PLAT/18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Golden Glow: Embrace the brilliance of this Cartier 3 stone diamond ring featuring a Fancy Intense Yellow square emerald cut diamond at its heart.
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara 3ct Emerald-Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Representing the past, present and future of your relationship, this engagement ring features an emerald-cut aquamarine and two trapezoid diamonds.
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 2.42 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified 2.42 Carat Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Three Stone Ring Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Primary Stones: Emerald Accent Stones: Natural Diamonds Total Carat Weigh...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
Oval Cut Natural Emerald and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications: - 24 Round Braillant Cut Diamonds with total carat weight approx. 0.31ct - Very High Quality: D-F in color and VS in clarity, excellent in cutting - Oval cut ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring -14k Emerald Cut 5.27ctw Etched Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Aquamarine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 4.76ct Cut: E...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 1.17 Carat Oval East West Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.17 carat oval cut emerald ring, half bezel east west set with all natural mined gemstones.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 14K Rose Gold Emerald Cut Zircon Solitaire Ring, Circa 1980
Located in Heemstede, NL
A beautiful vintage ring crafted in 14K rose gold, set with an emerald-cut zircon.
Zircon, Emerald, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
1.37 Carat Emerald and Diamond 18K Gold Geometric Lattice Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.37 carat total weight emerald cut natural emerald and round brilliant diamond 18K yellow gold architectural cocktail ring, featuring three vivid green emeralds and five diamonds se...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,560Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Emerald Cut 4.60 Carat Diamond East West Style Wedding Eternity Band
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Eternity Band set in Platinum. Horizontal set Emerald cut diamonds are D-E-F VVS2-VS1. Fluorescence: none.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 3.52ctw GIA Square Emerald Asscher Cut Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stock Number: MK-160501018 --Certification 1 Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 1423547727 Shape: Square Emerald Cut Measurements: 5.77 x 5.67 x 3.90 mm Carat Weight: 1.23 ca...
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Blue Topaz Cocktail Solitaire Ring - 14k Emerald Cut 6.93ct Filigree
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Topaz Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Carat(s): 6.93ct Cut:...
Emerald, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Certified 9.08 Carat Muzo No Oil Colombian Emerald Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Featuring an octagon cut No oil & Untreated Colombian Emerald weighing over 7 Carats.
Emerald, Platinum
$40,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
6.51 Carat Colombian Emerald 4 Carat VS Clarity Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- COMR-001 Gross Wt. :- 17.15 gm Platinum Wt. :- 15.43 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2.15 Ct. ( Vs Clarity & FG Color ) Colombian Emerald Wt. :- 6.43 Ct. Setting :- Pr...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 5.11Ct Colombian Emerald and 3.32 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine vintage emerald cut emerald ring with diamonds. Emerald Quality Origin Colombia Cut Emerald Content ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.14tcw 14K Asscher Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring - Rich Green Bezel Set Unisex
Located in Jupiter, FL
Experience timeless elegance with our exquisite emerald and diamond ring, featuring a stunning 1.98-carat Asscher cut Colombian emerald.
Diamond, Emerald
3.45 Carat Topaz and 1.86 Carat Emerald Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine antique topaz and emerald ring in the UK. Topaz Quality Cut Emerald Content 3.45 carats Emerald Qua...
Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, Yellow Gold
Emerald-Cut Morganite Ring 2.25CTW with Diamonds in 14K Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: MorganiteMain Stone Color: Peachy PinkMain Stone Shape: Emerald CutMain Stone Creation: NaturalMain Stone Size: 9x7mmMain ...
Diamond, Emerald, Morganite, Gold, 14k 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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