18K Gold-Platinum Cocktail Ring with 5.46 Ct. Round and GIA Marquis Diamonds
Located in West Hollywood, CA
We are a store in Los Angeles since 1978 Headline: Bespoke 4.54 Carat Marquise Diamond Solitaire – Custom Built to Your Size Product Overview: This listing features a magnificen...
Sonia B. Oval Cut Pink Kunzite Ring with Pavé Diamonds in 14 Karat White Gold
By Sonia B. Designs
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.75 This scintillating ring by Sonia B. features an artfully detailed pave diamond band surrounding a sensational 9.95 carat pink kunzite stone in a luxurious high profi...
Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leon Mege Vivid Round Green Tsavorite Garnet in Micro Pave Platinum Ring
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
The vivid-green 1.06-carat tsavorite has been cut into a masterfully balanced gem and has excellent clarity with only minor inclusions typical for such material. The gemstone is set ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.50 Cts F/VS1 Pear Shape Diamonds Toi Et Moi Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This 18k Yellow Gold Ring adds a brilliant touch to traditional costumes. It features GIA Certified 1.50 carats of F/VS1 pear-shaped glittering diamonds in a stunning Toi et Moi desi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1/2 Cts F/VS Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Toi Et Moi Ring 18K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This elegant engagement ring features a stunning round brilliant-cut diamond in a solitaire setting, accented by two smaller diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 1 Cts F/VS1 Heart Radiant Shaped Diamonds Toi Et Moi Ring 18K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
All good things are made of sparkling diamonds and gold. Make this exclusive GIA Certified 1 Carat F/VS1 Heart and Radiant Shape Natural Diamond Toi et Moi Ring in 18K White Gold you...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Brilliant & Ruby Ring 0.90ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' diamond and ruby ring in 14k yellow gold setting. Tests 14k and weighs 8.7 grams gross weight. The diamond is a round brilliant cut, measuring 6.2mm and 3.87mm deep, measurin...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.18 Ct Certified Vivid Green Nearly Loupe Clean Natural Tsavorite Ring 18K Gold
Located in Kowloon, HK
Get ready to be mesmerized by the stunning natural vivid green tsavorite ring that boasts a whopping 3.18 carat size, a rare find that's guaranteed to turn heads. This exquisite piec...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 0.8 Carat Princess Solitaire Modern 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating centerpiece of a GIA-certified princess diamond weighing 0.8 , with the pristine allure of G and VS1. The ...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 0.75 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 0.75 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.5 Carat Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 1.5 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle....
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 0.9 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 0.9 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle....
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.21 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a emerald diamond, weighing an impressive 1.21. Graded a dazzling H...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.8 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, weighing an impressive 1.8. Graded a dazzling F ...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.2 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a emerald diamond, weighing an impressive 1.2. Graded a dazzling I ...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, weighing an impressive 1. Graded a dazzling I wi...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Oval Solitaire 4-Prong 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 singular oval diamond, expertly crafted to a weight of 1.2 , radiating ...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Oval Solitaire 4-Prong 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 singular oval diamond, expertly crafted to a weight of 2.01 , radiating...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.01 Carat Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 1.01 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.2 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 1.2 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle....
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.90 Carat Princess Solitaire Modern 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating centerpiece of a GIA-certified princess diamond weighing 1.90 , with the pristine allure of F and VS2. The...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.20 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, w...
Diamond, Platinum
Violet Amethyst Brilliant Ring 750 White Gold 1.50 ct 0.33 ct Made in Italy
Located in Viena, Viena
clear, pure lines, solid 18 carat white gold and a great violet amethyst, which is now allowed to work....., 1.50 ct, AAA+, beautiful pear cut, brilliance and colour distribution ver...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Novo Princess Cut Engagement Ring in Platinum, G VVS1 0.51 Ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Honolulu, HI
100% Authentic Tiffany & Co. novo princess cut engagement ring with a 0.51 carat excellent cut diamond center, the diamond color grade is G, and clarity is VVS1. The diamond is set i...
Diamond, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Cushion-Cut Lemon Quartz Ring, 3.2ct
Located in Heemstede, NL
This vintage 14K yellow gold ring is all about the stone. Set with a large cushion-cut lemon quartz of about 3.2 carats, its fresh yellow-green colour immediately catches the eye. Th...
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Brilliant Drop Ring in 900 Platinum AAA 0.96 ct 2x 0.465 ct W flawless
Located in Viena, Viena
very noble with the two half-carat brilliant drops on the side, ring in 900 platinum, a pink-red ruby of approx. 0.96 ct, very fine color quality, AAA, hardly any liquid streaks, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ring 14K Yellow Gold Oval Blue Topaz Statement - Navette style
Located in Heemstede, NL
This vintage ring is a real eye-catcher, set with a deep blue oval-cut topaz in an elegant, elongated shape (navette style). The gemstone is framed by warm 14-carat yellow gold, whic...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Brilliant Drop Ring in 900 Platinum AAA+ 0.96 ct 2x 0.465 ct W flawless
Located in Viena, Viena
very noble with the two half-carat brilliant drops on the side, ring in 900 platinum, a pink-red ruby of approx. 0.96 ct, very fine color quality, AAA, hardly any liquid streaks, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
London Blue Topaz Brilliant Ring 750 white gold 3.27 ct 0.33 ct made in Italy
Located in Viena, Viena
clear, pure lines, solid 18 carat white gold and a great mystical looking dark blue topaz in the colour gradation London Blue, which is now allowed to work....., 3.27 ct, AAA+, beaut...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 4 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone: a radiant 4.02ct diamond. Graded...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 4 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from an emerald diamond, ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 3 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket Platiunum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 3.01, exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle....
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from an emerald diamond, ...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.50 Carat Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket 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 center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 1.5...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.00 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from an emerald diamond, ...
Diamond, Platinum
$8,054Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Oval Solitaire 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold 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 singular oval diamond, expertly crafted to a weight of 1.2 , radiating ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,270Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Oval Solitaire 4-Prong 18K White Gold 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 singular oval diamond, expertly crafted to a weight of 1.2 , radiating ...
Diamond, White Gold
$12,448Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Oval Solitaire 4-Prong 18K White Gold 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 singular oval diamond, expertly crafted to a weight of 1.5 , radiating ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.52 Carat Princess Solitaire Modern 4-Prong 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating centerpiece of a GIA-certified princess diamond weighing 1.52 , with the pristine allure of H and SI2. The...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.7 Carat Princess Solitaire Modern 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating centerpiece of a GIA-certified princess diamond weighing 1.7 , with the pristine allure of G and SI1. The ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 0.9 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 0.9 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle....
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 0.8 Carat Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 0.8 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle....
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 0.8 Carat Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 0.8 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle....
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 0.8 Carat Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 0.8 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle....
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$40,160Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2.51 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 2.51 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2.50 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, w...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.8 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, weighing an impressive 1.8. Graded a dazzling I ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.51 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, weighing an impressive 1.51. Graded a dazzling H...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.29 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a emerald diamond, weighing an impressive 1.29. Graded a dazzling I...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.4 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, weighing an impressive 1.4. Graded a dazzling I ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.02 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, weighing an impressive 1.02. Graded a dazzling G...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.2 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a emerald diamond, weighing an impressive 2.2. Graded a dazzling J ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.01 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a emerald diamond, weighing an impressive 1.01. Graded a dazzling H...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 2.38 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, weighing an impressive 2.38. Graded a dazzling H...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 3 Carat Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone: a radiant 3.01ct diamond. Graded...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 3 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from an emerald diamond, ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.00 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from an emerald diamond, ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Oval Solitaire 4-Prong 18K Yellow Gold 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 singular oval diamond, expertly crafted to a weight of 1.51 , radiating...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 0.9 Carat Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 0.9 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle....
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.01 Carat Solitaire Radiant 4-Prong Basket 18K Yellow Gold 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 center stone, a GIA-certified radiant diamond weighing 1.0...
Diamond, Yellow 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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