$962Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Grape Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Grapes design 14 kt solid gold ring with tourmalines, emeralds and diamonds. Gold leaves ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
$384Sale Price / item|54% Off
Citrine cocktail ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Citrine in 925 silver ring. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 3.85 gr depends from size Central stone natural Citrine Weight: approx 4.5 ct Cut: oval Color: yellow to orange Clarity: VVS ...
Citrine, White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Silver
0.70 Ct Natural Ruby & 0.75 Ct Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 0.70 Ct Natural Ruby & 0.75 Ct Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring prong set 18 K White Gold: 4.2 gram Stamped 18K Ring Size ( can be altered for no charge ) ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.5 Carat Green Tourmaline & 4.2 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 6.5 Carat Green Tourmaline & 2.5 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold Estate This spectacular Cocktail ring consisting of a single Oval Shape Green Tourm...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
10Ct Green Tourmaline & 4.2 Ct Diamond Zigzag Cocktail Ring 18 Kt White Gold 6.5
Located in New York, NY
10 Ct Green Tourmaline & 4.2 Ct Diamond Zigzag Cocktail Ring 18 Kt White Gold Size 6.5 This spectacular Cocktail ring consisting of a single Oval Shape Green Tourmaline approxim...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Neil Lane 14K Rose Gold Asscher Morganite Diamond Ring Bridal Set
By Neil Lane
Located in Addison, TX
Details: Designer: Neil Lane Metal: 14K Rose Gold Ring Size: 6.75 Weight: 3.6 grams Center Stone: Natural Peach Morganite Cut: Square Emerald (Asscher Style) Center Stone Size: Appro...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco Style GIA D-Colored Diamond and Sapphire Target Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A rather unique Art Deco inspired GIA certified sapphire and diamond target ring set in 18k yellow gold. The ring is predominantly set with a sparkly GIA certified D-coloured emeral...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 1.00 Carat Fancy Green VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 7.267 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Pear Carat: 1.00 Colour: Fancy G...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18K Yellow Gold Ring with Aquamarine and Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Ring featuring a large emerald-cut Aquamarine totlal weight of 8.70 Carats surrounded by brilliant-cut Diamonds.
White Diamond, Diamond, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Platinum Diamond GIA Oval 4.11 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certificate Number 2235254245 Size- 5 3/4. Free Sizing. One of a Kind Entirely Handmade Victorian Inspired Round and Emerald Cut Diamond GIA Certified Pariaba Tourmaline Enga...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.41 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond Art Deco styled engagement ring. This exquisite masterpiece boasts a dazzling square emerald cut 1.41 carat GIA certified center diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
$2,334Sale Price / item|20% Off
Multi Shape 1.27 Ct SI/H Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 14k White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Multi Shape 1.27 Ct SI/H Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring Gift 14k White Gold This ring showcase multiple stone cuts including oval, pear, emerald, marquise shapes all set in a smooth...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,918Sale Price / item|20% Off
Multi Shape 1.27 Ct SI/H Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring Gift 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Multi Shape 1.27 Ct SI/H Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring Gift 18k White Gold This ring showcase multiple stone cuts including oval, pear, emerald, marquise shapes all set in a smooth...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Blue White Diamond Two-Tone Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer Blue and White Diamond Band Ring is handmade from 18 Karat White Gold and is microscopically decorated all the way around with white Gold bead and wire granu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Diamond, Pi...
GIA Certified .72 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #: 6227244109 Weight: .72ct Cut: Old European brilliant Color: J Clar...
Diamond, Platinum
$876Sale Price / item|20% Off
VR Jewels Vintage Inspired Natural Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring showcases an emerald cut natural ruby weighing 0.86 carats, framed by a halo of round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling about 0.2 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Hopi Hummingbird Ring Pink Sapphire Diamond Tsavorite 18K Gold
By Boucheron
Located in Monaco, MC
Boucheron Hopi Hummingbird ring in 18K white gold, featuring a 1.5-carat oval-cut pink sapphire center stone surrounded by an elaborate floral composition of pink sapphires, diamonds...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.72 Carat Oval Aquamarine Baguette Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Aqua and diamond cocktail ring. Pale blue oval aqua center stone with baguette and emerald cut accent diamonds in a 14k yellow and white gold setting.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1.26 Carat Oval Ruby & Mixed Diamond Ballerina Platinum Art Nouveau Style Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring Size 5, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Ballerina / Cocktail Ring — Art Nouveau Style Metal: Platinum 900 (PT900) — hallmark stamped on inner shank Shank Style: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Natural 0.69cts blue sapphire & 0.26 cts diamond ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Real blue sapphire ring 14k gold Natural 0.69CT emerald cut blue sapphire pear diamond toi et moi ring Blue sapphire ring jewelspark Enjoy duty free shopping with faster turnaround...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Peter Suchy 3.44 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
The sapphire is accented by two emerald step cut side diamonds and two baguette diamonds which lay horizontially.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Natural 0.35 cts Peridot & 0.14 cts diamond ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Peridot diamond ring gold Natural Peridot gemstone emerald cut diamond ring gold Mini green peridot diamond dainty ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Peridot ✦ Gemstone Typ...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold
Natural 0.37 cts red sapphire & 0.14 cts diamond ring 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Red sapphire diamond ring gold Natural red sapphire emerald cut prong set diamond ring gold Mini red sapphire diamond dainty ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Red Sapphire...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Natural 0.71 cts pink sapphire & 1.11 cts diamond ring 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire emerald cut diamond pave ring gold Natural octagon pink sapphire diamond ring gold Real pink sapphire diamond ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone :Pink Sapphire ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond Tulip Ring Sz 5.5 Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The popular tulip style is a great piece to wear alone or stacked with your fine jewelry from any era. The ring is part of a set of 5 tulip rings (the other 4 are listed separately f...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$962Sale Price / item|44% Off
Vintage inspired multicolor 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 karat gold ring with genuine kyanite, emeralds, diamonds. Vintage style ring. 14k gold Total weight: 3 g. depends from size 1.
Diamond, Kyanite, 14k Gold
Swirl Natural Diamond Bypass Statement Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This open wrap diamond ring features two opposing emerald-cut natural diamonds...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 6.29 cts rainbow sapphire & 0.62 cts diamond ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural Rainbow Sapphire & Diamond Eternity Band Octagon cut STONE DETAILS : ✦ Stone: Rainbow Sapphire ✦ Stone Type : Natural ✦Ring Width : 7.7 mm ✦Ring Height : 2.50 mm ✦ Stone Siz...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Natural 1.87 cts pink sapphire & 0.55 cts diamond ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire emerald cut diamond ring gold Natural 1.50CT cushion pink sapphire 0.98CT emerald cut diamond ring Pink sapphire ring gold STONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Pink Sapphire...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sapphire Diamond Tulip Ring Sz 5.5 Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The popular tulip style is a great piece to wear alone or stacked with your fine jewelry from any era. The ring is part of a set of 5 tulip rings (the other 4 are listed separately f...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Natural 1.07 cts blue sapphire & 0.21 cts diamond ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Blue sapphire emerald cut diamond gypsy ring gold Natural blue sapphire flush set ring with pear diamond Vintage signet chunky ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Blue Sapph...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
0.34 Carat Demantoid 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Classic Wedding Bridal Ring
By Tsarina Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This is a classic 14K White Gold Ring with Diamonds. Center stone is a unique and rare Russian Demantoid 0.34 ct combined with white Diamonds totalling 0.052 ct.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Natural 0.48 cts pink sapphire & 0.10 cts diamond ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire emerald cut chunky gypsy ring gold Natural pink sapphire flush set ring with old mine cut diamond Vintage style big ring GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Pink Sapphir...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
$2,040Sale Price / item|20% Off
Toi et Moi Tanzanite Diamond 18K Solid Rose Gold Open Band Ring 1.13 Carat
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Tanzanite Toi Et Moi Two Stone Cuff Ring 18k Rose Gold features square and emerald cut tanzanite, each set on one open end of the ring with some diamonds set on the band in the front.
Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 2.11 Carat Aquamarine and 2.22 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Aquamarine Quality Cut Round faceted Content 2.11 carats Dimensions 8.13mm x 8.1mm x 5.76mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Modern Brillian...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Dearest Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 9k Go...
Natural 6.29 cts multi sapphire with 1.13 cts diamond ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow sapphire princess cut diamond big ring gold Natural multi sapphire with diamond ring gold Vibrant rainbow sapphire ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Emerald ✦ Gems...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Halo Natural Diamond Open Cuff Cocktail Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
. ★ MATERIALS ★ ♥ Stone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Carat: 0.48ct Color: FGH Clarity: SI ♥ Stone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Princess Carat: 0.49ct Color: FGH Clarity: SI ♥ Stone...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 2.05 cts pink sapphire & 0.53 cts diamond vintage ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire emerald cut diamond ring gold Natural octagon pink sapphire bezel set diamond ring gold Pink sapphire diamond ring gold STONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Pink Sapphire ✦ ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural 2.66cts Multi-sapphire & 0.08cts Diamond Ring in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Rainbow Sapphire name letter ring gold Natural sapphire letter alphabet A ring gold Custom rainbow name ring gold Emerald cut ring band STONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone: Rainbow Sapphire ...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
18K White Gold Halo Diamond GIA Certified 3.13 Carat Tsavorite Garnet Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Metal- 18K White Gold, 18K Yellow Gold, .750. Stones- GIA Certified Rectangular Cushion Cut Tsavorite Garnet 3.13 Carats, 70 Round Diamonds 1.35 G VS2-SI1...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,337Sale Price / item|20% Off
3.20Ct Round Blue Sapphire 0.38Ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
3.20Ct Round Blue Sapphire 0.38Ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14k White Gold This masterpiece features a rich round-cut sapphire at its heart, surrounded by a stunning halo of roun...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,672Sale Price / item|20% Off
3.20Ct Round Blue Sapphire 0.38Ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
3.20Ct Round Blue Sapphire 0.38Ct Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold This masterpiece features a rich round-cut sapphire at its heart, surrounded by a stunning halo of roun...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Carat Blue Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
18 Carat Blue Sapphire Cabochon natural Diamonds 4.5 ct of brilliant Round cut diamonds. 3 Marquise shape Emeralds on each side. 18 K yellow gold 26 Grams Unisex ring Ring size 6...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Wedding Set
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k white gold Center Diamond: 1 emerald cut = 0.75ct Color: G-H Clarity: VS2 Side Stones: 2 emerald cuts = 0.55cttw Rounds: 15 cushion cuts = 1.50 cttw Color: G-H Clarity...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,367Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold 1.65 Carat Natural Diamond Floral Wrap Cocktail Ring for Women
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Featuring 1.65 carats of natural diamonds, the ring combines elegant pear-shaped diamonds, emerald-cut center stones, and brilliant round diamonds to create a dazzling silhouette tha...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Marquise Diamond Platinum Ring GIA 5.11-carat D VVS2 VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The engagement ring is made of platinum and features a 5.11-carat marquise brilliant cut diamond of D color, VVS2 clarity which is stated in a GIA Diamond Grading Report that accompa...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural 0.39 cts aquamarine & 0.14 cts diamond ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine emerald cut diamond thin ring gold Natural aquamarine emerald cut mini solitaire ring gold Aquamarine solitaire ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Aquamarine ✦ G...
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
Antique Ring 3ct Tourmaline 2ct Diamonds solid Green 14K Gold Silver Ø 8US / 7g
Located in SE
Carved band in solid 14ct Green Gold (tested) with crown in Silver featuring clusters with natural Green Tourmaline stone Ø 9 mm x 5 mm deep / ca. 3 ct. that looks pretty much like a...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Silver
3 Carat Oval Treated Ruby & 1.25 ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Accompanying the center stone are approximately 1.25 carat of round diamonds, elegantly encircling the emerald and adorning the band.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Asscher Cut Anniversary Band in Platinum 5.48 Carat '0.30ct each'
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Anniversary eternity band with Square Emerald (Asscher) Diamonds set in Platinum 950; Size: 5 ¾ 18stones 0.30ct each Total Carat Weight: 5.48ct All stones GIA Certifie...
Diamond, Platinum
1956 Unisex Ring 7ct White Spinel solid 18K Gold Ø6.75 US/ 6gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with bezel set cut lab made White Spinel measuring 12 mm x 10 mm x 5 mm deep / about 7 ct. This stone is bright and shiny with faceted bac...
Spinel, 18k Gold
5.91ct Elongated Aquamarine Ring Vintage 18k White Gold Sz 5.75 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The unique elongated oval design is unlike the more traditional emerald cut. The ring has a medium profile (8.5mm - 0.33 inches) and sits comfortably on the finger.
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Gemstone Cocktail Ring 6g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' 18k yellow gold and gemstone cocktail ring. Stamped 750 and weighs 6 grams. There are emerald cut, rubies, emeralds, and blue sapphires.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique German Ring Garnet solid 18K Gold Silver Ø 5.25 US/ 3.9 gr
Located in SE
German Ring from ca. 1930s , featuring radiant cut natural Garnet stone in Silver crown accented with Marcasite stones that well imitate diamonds. Band in solid 18K Yellow Gold, hall...
Garnet, Marcasite, 18k Gold, Silver
15 Carat Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Ring
Located in New York, NY
very clean Stone no inclusion , full of luster and shine . Brilliant round cut diamonds Emeralds approximately 1.5 ct Cut: Oval Ring size 7 but can be resized for free of charge.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 2.66 cts Rainbow sapphire ring in 14k gold
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow Sapphire name letter ring gold Natural sapphire letter alphabet ring gold Custom rainbow name ring gold Emerald cut ring band STONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone: Rainbow Sapphire...
Sapphire, 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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