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 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 2.00 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 2.00 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.50 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 1.50 , exhibiting exquisite brilliance and sparkle...
Diamond, Yellow 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 1.18 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 1.18. Graded a dazzling I...
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
GIA 2.5 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 3 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18k White 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, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 4.63 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18k White 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, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 3 Carat Emerald Solitaire Basket 4-Prong 18k Rose 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, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.20 Carat Platinum Engagement Round Diamond Solitaire Twist Bespoke 4 Claw Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.20 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
GIA Certified 2.01ct Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in 4 Prong Platinum
Located in Aventura, FL
This elegant ring features a GIA-certified 2.01-carat natural emerald cut diamond, set in a timeless platinum setting. The diamond is graded I color and SI2 clarity, with very good p...
Diamond, Platinum
TJD 1.0 carat Round Diamond 18karat White Gold 4 Prong Designer Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This engagement ring features 0.70 ct of center stone and 0.30 ct of lined diamonds. Expertly Crafted of sparkling 18 karat white gold in high polish finish and set with 43 sparkling...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
TJD 0.50 Carat Round Diamond 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This engagement ring features 0.33 ct of center stone and 0.17 ct of lined diamonds. Expertly Crafted of sparkling 18 karat white gold in high polish finish and set with 71 sparkling...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold 4-Prong Set Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Center Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut= 0.47ct Color: I Clarity: I1 Celebration Diamond Certificate: CEL816370 (Hard Copy) Size: 8.75 (please...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.65ct Natural Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring In 4 Prong 14K White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
This dazzling 2.65 Natural Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold is a dream come true! Featuring M Color and VS2 Clarity with 0.35ct pave round diamonds H color and ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.40 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.15 carat, the centre ston...
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Six Prong Eternity Round 18K Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous Diamond Engagement Ring features Round Cut Diamond in Six-Prong Setting accompanied by 0.80cttw small round cut diamond side stones set in the shank.
Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum 11.84 Carat Round Black Diamond Engagement and Pink Diamond Prong Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A diamond so bold can say a lot. This platinum ring displays an 11.84 CT round-cut black diamond. This unique stone conveys a strong sense of confidence and elegance. Eighty-four rou...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
11 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An AMAZING ROCK! GIA certified 11.07 carat Round Brilliant cut diamond. Set in a 4 prong custom made platinum mounting. The diamond faces up as a near colorless white stone. T...
Diamond, Platinum
Leo Princess Cut Diamond 0.98 Carat White Gold Four Prong Solitaire Ring
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
LEO DIAMONDS Style: 4 Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO 2081236S Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 5 (sizable) Total Carat Weight: 0.98 CTS Diamond Shape: LEO Princess Diamond Color & C...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat GIA Certificate G Color Cushion Diamond Platinum Bespoke Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning diamond engagement ring set in platinum with 950 British Hallmarked.
Diamond, Platinum
3 Carat GIA Certificate E Color Cushion Diamond Platinum Bespoke Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning diamond engagement ring set in platinum with 950 British Hallmarked.
Diamond, Platinum
0.68 Carat Round Side Band Diamond Solitaire 18 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.18 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
.925 Sterling Silver 3/4 Cttw Diamond Composite Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in sterling silver, the engagement ring features a diamond encrusted head- artfully set to enhance size and sparkle.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
GIA 4.ct Pear Three-Stone Tapered Baguette 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elegantly designed, this stunning diamond ring captivates with its remarkable features. At the heart of this piece lies a breathtaking ...
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 0.23 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Size 4
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Introducing the Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring—a testament to timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship.
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat Diamond Ring. GIA Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring KVS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.20 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Center Diamond Sett...
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Geometric Ring K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in platinum, the Devon Ring combines the impressive scale of a 4-carat GIA-certified antique diamond with elaborate geometric detailing and finely executed diamond accents.
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified G VS1
By Mike Nekta New York
Located in New York, NY
DEMI 4 CARAT CUSHION CUT DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING BY MIKE NEKTA GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 3 Carats Color : G Clarity: VS1 Style: CUSHION CUT Approximate Measureme...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
4 Carat Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Geometric Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: M Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Clarity Seco...
Diamond, Platinum
Leo Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.30 Carat I VVS2 14 Karat Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO5061418 Certificate: GSI # 4980700117 Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 7 - Sizable Total Carat ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.50 CTS I SI2 14K White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO2030241 Certificate: GSI # 9452300211 Metal: 14K White Gold Size: 6.75 - Sizable Total Cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.10ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
The refined proportions and classic four-prong solitaire setting of this yellow gold engagement ring elegantly highlight the brilliant white 1.10-carat diamond (H color, SI2 clarity).
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Leo Diamond Engagement Ring Princess Cut 0.75 cts I SI1 14k White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
The Leo Diamond Style: 4 Prong Solitaire Artisan Ring Serial Number: LEO 142600S Metal: 14KT White Gold & Platinum Prongs Size: 5.5 (sizable) Total Carat Weight: 0.75 CTS Diamo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Princess Cut 0.71ct H I1 14 Karat Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND Style: 4 Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO 2057069S Year Purchased: 2013 Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 7 - sizable Total Carat Weight: 0.71 CT Diamond Shape: THE LE...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Diamond Engagement Ring Princess 0.72 Carat H SI1 14 Karat White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND Style: 4 Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO 2085790S Year Purchased: 2014 Metal: 14K White Gold Size: 5 - sizable Total Carat Weight: 0.72 CT Diamond Shape: THE LE...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 4 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring KSI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.30 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Certification...
Diamond, Platinum
Leo Diamond Engagement Ring Round 1.97 CTS H SI1 14KT White Gold w/Papers
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4-Prong Solitaire Engagement Ring Serial Number: LEO 182935 Certificate: IGI # 7007308U Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 7.0 - Sizable Total...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Round 0.99 Carat H SI1 14 Karat White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO 733557 Certificate: IGI # 7091359A Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 6 - Sizable Total Carat W...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Round Cut 1.02 CTS I SI2 14K White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO 241375 Certificate: GSI # 3374100119 Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 6.0 - Sizable Total Car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.69 Carat G SI2 14 Karat White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO266755 Certificate: IGI # 6431100115 Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 6.75 - Sizable Total Car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Diamond Round Brilliant Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.00 CTS H SI1 14K W G
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO 187698 Certificate: IGI # 3140367U Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 5.0 - Sizable Total Cara...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leo Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.67 Carat I SI1 14 Karat White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO211045 Certificate: IGI # 33378743 Metal: 14K White Gold Size: 5 - Sizable Total Carat Wei...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 4 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Old Euro Cut Diamond Platinum Ring KSI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Clarity Certi...
Diamond, Platinum
Leo Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring 0.51 CTS I SI1 14K White Gold Papers
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
THE LEO DIAMOND SOLITAIRE ENGAGEMENT RING Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO121702 Certificate: GSI # 1703400314 Metal: 14KT White Gold Size: 4.75 - Sizable Total Car...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.50 Ct F/VS1 Radiant Diamond Tiger Claw 4-Prong Ring In 18K Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This striking ring features a GIA Certified 2.50 carat Radiant Cut diamond, graded F color and VS1 clarity, selected for its exceptional brilliance and crisp faceting. The radiant cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Pave Diamond Emerald Cut 4 Carat Imperial Topaz Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade Platinum Imperial Topaz Diamond Engagement Ring. This ring features an amazing emerald cut peach colored Imperial Topaz that is professionally set in between four prongs.
Leo Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring 0.83 CT I SI1 14k White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
LEO DIAMOND Style: 4 Prong Solitaire Serial Number: LEO 146322S Year Purchased: 2011 Metal: 14 KT White Gold & Platinum 950 Size: 7.5 - sizable Total Carat Weight: 0.83 CTS Diamond...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
French Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive French 0.80 carat diamond and platinum engagement ring; part of our diverse antique and vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 4 Carat Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Ring K VS1 Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: L Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Center Diamond Sett...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 4-Prong Set GIA Certified Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagem
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: platinum Center Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut: 0.80ct Color: G Clarity: VS2 Size: 4.25 Dimensions: ring top measures 5.86mm in width Weight: 3.1 grams
Diamond, Platinum
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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