1 Carat Square Cut Emerald & Diamond 5-stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
1 carat total natural emerald and diamond band ring in 14k solid yellow gold. The emeralds are rich with color, a vivid green shine with excellent luster and brilliance. A simple but...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,000 / set
0.35 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Band Set
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Gold Engagement Band Set The set is 18K White & Yellow Gold The Center Stone is 0.35 Carats F VS The rings were made in UK, it has English Marks The rings are a size 5, s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier White Platinum Engagement Ring with 1.02 Carat Round Diamonds G VS2 GIA
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your style with this vintage Cartier engagement ring, crafted from luxurious white platinum. Featuring a stunning 1....
Diamond, Platinum
Elegant 18k White Gold 5 Stone Ring with 0.50 total carat of Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
A sparkling five stone ring with a dazzling 0.50 carat round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$692Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Elongated Cushion Pink Diamond Ring Center, 4/5 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
This petite rustic organic designed ring is impressive in its vintage appeal, featuring a natural pink elongated cushion shape sapphire, accented with round brilliant diamonds. Exper...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
New 14k White Gold 0.64ct Round Diamond 5 Stone Stack Classic Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 0.64 (exact) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 2....
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Row Round and Baguette Diamond Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This striking diamond band ring showcases a bold, architectural design with a richly textured surface that catches the light from every angle. Rows of shimmering diamonds are arrange...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$60,160Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Round Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Round Diamond Engagement Ring A timeless Tiffany & Co. engagement ring featuring a classic round brilliant cut diamond weighing 2.10 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
5 Carat Blue Sapphire and 2 Ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat WY Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
Round Brilliant cut diamond are forming the Swirl over the blue Sapphire Total Diamond Weight of brilliant Round cut diamonds approximately 2 carats 18 Karat White Gold 14.5 Grams R...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Pearl Ring Green Enamel Large Round Cocktail 14k Gold Sz 5
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage diamond & pearl cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Old European & rose cut diamonds total an estimated 0.35 carats (estimated at K-L color and SI2-I1 cl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Go...
Round Brilliant Diamond 2.00 Carat Solitaire Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Solitaire Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 5 - sizable TCW: 2.00 Carats Main Diamond: Round Brilliant Cut Color & Clarity: G Color, I2 Clarity ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Harmony Platinum Diamond 1.8mm Band Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This design is meticulously crafted in platinum with round brilliant diamonds in a bead setting. Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band width: 1.8mm Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, carat ...
Diamond, Platinum
TJD 5 Carat Round/Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Multi-Layer Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
A fusion of diamonds and gold, made in 14 karat white gold. A multi layered design accentuated with 108 round and 118 baguette cut diamonds set in prong and channel setting. The diam...
Diamond, White Gold
5 Carat Fancy Brown & Yellow Diamond Pave 18K Gold Tilted Shield Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Bold 5 carat total weight multi-diamond 18K two-tone white and yellow gold oval shield statement ring, featuring a fancy brown oval center diamond in a yellow gold prong basket surro...
Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.90 Carats Round Diamond White Gold Asymmetrical Engagement Ring
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
The Egle ring is made of 18 karat white gold and features a round brilliant cut around 0.90 carats, GIA certified n. 7436015752, diameter 6-6.07 x 3.87 mm.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
1 Carat Round Blue Sapphire & 1.65 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1 Ct Round Round Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold Round Brilliant cut diamond and Baguette Shape diamond 14 Karat yellow Gold 6 Grams Ri...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Diamond Ring 950 Round 2.25ctw Blossom Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 3 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 Metal Content: Platinum 950 Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.35ct Cut: Round Stone Note: weighed Natur...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Large 5 Carat Pavé Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold, Signed MAHIND
Located in Miami, FL
A bold pavé diamond dome ring crafted in 18 karat white gold, signed MAHIND, and set with approximately five carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds are arranged in tigh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,548Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Rustic 4.16 Carat Round Five Stone Salt and Pepper Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 14k white gold rustic ring features five (5) Round shape Salt and Pepper diamonds set in delicate six (6) delicate prongs, each on a 1.8 mm wide hammered band.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s 3.80 Carat Baguette and Round Cut Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold featuring Baguette and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.80 carats, G-H color, VS1-VS2 clarity. Circa 1980s Size 5 3/...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Contemporary GIA 3.19 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Pave Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Round Brilliant Diamond Certificate: GIA #5234356695 Weight: 3.19 Carat Color: N Clarity: VS1 Accent Stone: 6 Baguette Cut and 86 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Weight: A...
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy EGL 1.35 Carat Old Mine Round Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond engagement ring. EGL certified round old mine cut center diamond with 2 round brilliant cut side diamonds in a three stone platinum setting. The diamonds are 1900's. The sett...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural 5 Carat Blue Star Sapphire Ring with Diamond Side Stones in 14K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Ring - Metal: 14K White Gold - Weight: 5 grams - Setting: Prong __________________________ Center Stone Details: - Type: Star Sapphire - Carat: 5 - Cut: Round ...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$784Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 18K Gold Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring, 0.25 Carat, Size 5
Located in New York, NY
A vintage antique Art Deco 18 karat gold diamond filigree engagement ring is a beautiful and classic piece of jewelry. The ring is crafted from 18 karat gold, which is a high-qualit...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
From $1,924 / item
Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring, 0.44 Carats, 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This 18K white gold diamond band ring features 0.44 carats of natural round brilliant diamonds arranged in a balanced geometric pattern across a wide polished gold surface.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co., 3.08 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 3.08 carats Color: F Clarity: VVS2 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Metal: Platinum Ring size: 5 1/2 Stamp: TIFFANY&CO.
Diamond, Platinum
$28,960Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Lightning Ridge 5 Carat Black Opal Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Tucson, AZ
The Opal is estimated 4.5-5 carats
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
$972Sale Price / item|20% Off
Platinum Valerie Micro-Prong Diamond Ring '2/5 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature Micro-Prong wedding band collection, this ring features perfectly matched round brilliant diamonds throughout 50% of the shank. Experience the Difference! Product...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Alina "U" Shape Diamond Ring '4/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features thirteen (13) perfectly matched brilliant round diamonds set on top of a 2 mm band. The "U" shaped shared prongs are delicate to enhance the diamond's brilliance. ...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co., 3.15 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 3.15 carats Color: I Clarity: VVS2 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: Medium Blue Metal: Platinum Ring size: 5 1...
Diamond, Platinum
1.03 Carat Round-Cut Diamond in Platinum 900 Channel Setting Half-Eternity Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
1.03 Carat Round-Cut Natural Diamond in Platinum 900 Channel Set Band Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
$52,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Burma No Heat Sapphire And Diamond PT900 Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A stunning 5 carat GIA Certified Burma No heat blue sapphire is set with 1.05 carats of white round brilliant diamond. Burmese sapphires are among the most coveted colored gemstones ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$1,140Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Rose Gold Vera Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
14K Rose Gold Vera Diamond Ring ( 1/5 ct. tw) Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Side Gemstone Shape: ROUND Metal: 14K Rose Gold Met...
Diamond, Rose Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 3mm Band Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum Diamond 3mm Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band Width: 3mm Diamond: 10 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .10 Hallmark: ©T&Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Ring - Round 1.43ctw Etched Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information Natural Aquamarine Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.03ct Cut: Round C...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Mens Channel Set Round 5 Stone Diamond Band Ring in Two Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 11 Sleek, handsome band ring embellished with sparkling round diamonds and a unique two tone gold finish.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.39 Carat Round Diamond J color, SI1 clarity Platinum 950 Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 2.39 Carat Round Diamond J color SI1 Clarity in Platinum 950.
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring - 900 Round .77ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 Metal Content: 900 Platinum Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .57ct Cut: Round Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.03 Carat Round-Cut Diamond in Platinum 900 Channel Setting Half-Eternity Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.03 Carat Round-Cut Natural Diamond in Platinum 900 Channel Set Band Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s 4.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with 13 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 4.00 carats. 4mm wide Circa 1950s Size 5 1/2
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.70 Carat F/VS1
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold diamond engagement ring. The round brilliant cut diamond weighs 1.70ct, is F in colour and VS1 in clarity. The diamond is set within a diamond set tapered mount wit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$575Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Green Emerald Halo Diamond Ring Center, 2/5 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
This petite fashion ring is impressive in its vintage appeal, featuring a natural green oval shape emerald, accented with milgrain and round brilliant diamonds. Experience the differ...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
$5,062Sale Price|25% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.10ct Round Diamond Eternity Band Platinum s.5
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Timeless diamond eternity band. By Alexander Beverly Hills. 18 round brilliant diamonds, 2.10 carats. Approximately D/F color and VVS1-VS1 clarity. Set in platinum, 5.09 grams, size ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
18k White Gold 1.94 CTW 5-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Details: Metal: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 4.25 US Total Weight: 5.1 grams Shank Width: Approximately 6.2 mm tapering to 1.8 mm Diamond Details: Diamond Count: 15 Round Brilliant Cut...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$854Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Margol Diamond Ring '2/5 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features a wave of brilliant round diamonds scattered prong set. Nineteen (19) round diamond micro- prong-set along the two sides of the band. Experience the difference in ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$854Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k White Gold Margol Diamond Ring '2/5 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features a wave of brilliant round diamonds scattered prong set. Nineteen (19) round diamond micro- prong-set along the two sides of the band. Experience the difference in ...
Diamond, White Gold
$854Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Rose Gold Margol Diamond Ring '2/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features a wave of brilliant round diamonds scattered prong set. Nineteen (19) round diamond micro- prong-set along the two sides of the band. Experience the difference in ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
18 Karat White Gold 3.50 Carat Natural Round Diamond Eternity Band Wedding Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat White Gold 3.50 Carat Natural Round Diamond Eternity Band Wedding Ring Metal: 18k white gold Diamonds: 20 natural round diamonds, approx. 3.50 CTW F-G VS Size: 5 (US) Weigh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Tiana Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This delicate ring features a unique pattern of round diamonds. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Side G...
Diamond, White Gold
14K Rose Gold Tiana Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This delicate ring features a unique pattern of round diamonds. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Side G...
Diamond, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold Tiana Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This delicate ring features a unique pattern of round diamonds. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Side G...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Tiana Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This delicate ring features a unique pattern of round diamonds. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Side G...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Tiana Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This delicate ring features a unique pattern of round diamonds. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Side G...
Diamond, Rose Gold
14K White Gold Tiana Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This delicate ring features a unique pattern of round diamonds. Experience the Difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone Type: NATURAL DIAMOND Side G...
Diamond, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1/5 Cttw Diamond Double Triangle Ring
Located in New York, NY
The larger triangle gracefully encases a smaller counterpart, each adorned with natural white diamonds that sparkle with a clarity of SI1-SI2 and a color rating of G-H, totaling 1/5 ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$1,140Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K White Gold Vera Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 23 round brilliant diamonds pave set in a leaves design metal with milgrain. Petite diamonds set in between the metal leaves. Experience the difference! Product d...
Diamond, White Gold
$1,380Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Vera Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 23 round brilliant diamonds pave set in a leaves design metal with milgrain. Petite diamonds set in between the metal leaves. Experience the difference! Product d...
Diamond, White Gold
$1,380Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Vera Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 23 round brilliant diamonds pave set in a leaves design metal with milgrain. Petite diamonds set in between the metal leaves. Experience the difference! Product d...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,140Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Vera Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 23 round brilliant diamonds pave set in a leaves design metal with milgrain. Petite diamonds set in between the metal leaves. Experience the difference! Product d...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,380Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Rose Gold Vera Diamond Ring '1/5 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features 23 round brilliant diamonds pave set in a leaves design metal with milgrain. Petite diamonds set in between the metal leaves. Experience the difference! Product d...
Diamond, Rose 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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