18K Yellow and White Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Wrap your finger in the elegance of natural diamonds in a Mother Nature inspired motif! Brilliant 18K yellow and white gold plated .925 sterling silver delicately embraces three bypa...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Go...
18K Yellow and White Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Wrap your finger in the elegance of natural diamonds in a Mother Nature inspired motif! Brilliant 18K yellow and white gold plated .925 sterling silver delicately embraces three bypa...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Go...
18K Yellow and White Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Wrap your finger in the elegance of natural diamonds in a Mother Nature inspired motif! Brilliant 18K yellow and white gold plated .925 sterling silver delicately embraces three bypa...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Go...
18K Yellow and White Gold Over .925 Sterling Silver 3/8 Cttw Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Wrap your finger in the elegance of natural diamonds in a Mother Nature inspired motif! Brilliant 18K yellow and white gold plated .925 sterling silver delicately embraces three bypa...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Go...
10K Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 1 1/2 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 17 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 1.50 cttw Diamond Setting Types...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
.925 Sterling Silver 1/3 Cttw Diamond Halo and Pave Shank Engagement Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of this rhodium-plated .925 sterling silver engagement ring set, where classic craftsmanship meets contemporary design.
Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
14k Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Diamond 5 Stone Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
"Video Available Upon Request." Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 5 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: J-K Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight:...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 1 3/4 Cttw Treated Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
With a total of 104 natural round-shaped diamonds totaling 1.72 carats, the ring's diamonds are expertly set in a prong setting that showcases their stunning brilliance.
Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow...
.925 Sterling Silver 1/10 Cttw Diamond Swirl and Bypass Bridal Set Ring and Band
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the mesmerizing allure of this .925 Sterling Silver Bridal Set Ring and Band. Crafted with utmost precision, this Elegant Collection piece showcases a captivating swirl an...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
John Hardy 925 Sterling and 18K Classic Chain Diamond Dome Ring Size 7
By John Hardy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Top: 10 mm Band Width: 5 mm Metal: 925 Sterling Silver and 18K Gold Size: 7 Hallmarks: JH 925 18K Total Weight: 10 Grams Stone: APPROX 0....
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
DAVID YURMAN 925 Sterling Silver 1.12 CT Diamond Wheaton Cable Ring Size 6.5
By David Yurman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Top: 16 mm * 12 mm Band Width: 6 mm Metal: 925 Sterling Silver Size: 6.5 Hallmarks: DY 925 Total Weight: 11.4 Grams Stone: 1.12 CT Diamond...
Sterling Silver
Victorian Natural 3 CTW Multi Gemstone/Diamond Serpentine Ring Size 7 in 18k/925
Located in New York, NY
Discover the allure of the Victorian Multi Gemstone and Diamond Serpentine Band Ring — a stackable masterpiece in 18k Gold and Sterling silver that seamlessly blends historical charm...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling ...
$385Sale Price / item|50% Off
Triple Row Band Ring Yellow Sapphire and Diamonds in 925 Sterling Silver for Her
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS: Metal - 925 Solid Silver Gemstone - Yellow Sapphire Gemstone Shape - Princess Gemstone size - 2 mm Gemstone pcs - 19 Gemstone weight - 0.81 ct Diamond size- 1.5 mm...
Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$175Sale Price / item|50% Off
Marquise Cut Ruby and Halo Diamond Leaf Ring Gift for Girlfriend in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS: Metal - 925 Solid Silver Gemstone - Ruby and Diamond Gemstone shape - Marquise Gemstone pcs - 3 Gemstone Weight - 0.9ct Gemstone Size - 3 x 6 mm Diamond pcs - ...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 1/2 cttw Diamond 11 Stone Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classic and elegant 2 Micron 14K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver band ring boasts a 1/2 carat of beautiful, natural diamonds.
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
$205Sale Price / item|50% Off
Statement 5.1 Carats Smoky Topaz and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS: Metal - 925 Solid Silver Gemstone - Smoky Quartz Gemstone Shape - Cushion Gemstone size - 11 mm Gemstone pcs - 1 Gemstone Weight - 5.1 cts Diamond pcs - 28 Diamon...
Diamond, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Argentamento Nero Sculptural Ring in 925 Silver by Brando Pilgiò
By Brando Pilgiò
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculptural one-of-a-kind ring in 925 silver with a black oxidized finish and contrasting white silver highlights, enriched with small polished yellow-metal drops and natural brillian...
Diamond, Silver
Argentamento Bianco Sculptural Ring in 925 Silver by Brando Pilgiò
By Brando Pilgiò
Located in Geneve, CH
Small variations in texture, thickness, and tiny marks are a natural part of the process. Sculptural ring in 925 silver with inclusions of white concrete, small polished yellow-meta...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
.925 Sterling Silver 1 1/2 Cttw Diamond Cluster Ring (H-I Color, I1-I2 Clarity)
Located in New York, NY
A bold silver and diamond cluster ring. This pear-shaped ring is made with 80 round-cut, natural diamonds in a prong setting, weighing a total of 1 1/2 ct.
White Diamond, White Gold, Sterling Silver
$432Sale Price / item|50% Off
Art Deco Style Ruby Diamond Wedding Band Ring Gift for Her Set in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS: Metal - 925 Solid Silver Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Shape - Princess Gemstone size - 2 mm Gemstone pcs - 19 Gemstone weight - 0.92 ct Diamond size- 1.5 mm Diamond pc...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Bronzocemento Sculptural Ring in Bronze and 925 Silver by Brando Pilgiò
By Brando Pilgiò
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculptural one-of-a-kind ring in bronze, lined in 925 silver, with yellow gold drops, natural brilliant-cut diamonds, and traces of cement.
Diamond, Silver, Bronze
Real Natural Tanzanite 925 Sterling Silver Ring December Birthstone Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Hardness: 6.0-6.5 (Mohs scale) Accents: Simulated Diamonds (CZ) SKU NO- GTL21639R Ring Size : All Size Rings Available Packaging: Comes With A Free Ring Box, Ready For Gift-Giving ♥...
Tanzanite, White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Gabriel & Co 925 Sterling Silver and 18k Gold Blue Topaz Diamond Ring Size 7
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Top: 13 mm Band Width: 4 mm Metal: 925 Sterling Silver and 18K Size: 7 Hallmarks: Gabriel & Co 925 18K Total Weight: 12.9 Grams Stone: 0....
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Gabriel & Co 925 Sterling Silver and 18k Gold Smoky Quartz Diamond Ring Size 7
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Top: 18 mm Band Width: 4.7 mm Metal: 925 Sterling Silver and 18K Size: 7 Hallmarks: Gabriel & Co 925 18K Total Weight: 12.9 Grams Stone: ...
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$280Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 1.79 CTW Emerald and Diamond Three stone Double Band Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This striking emerald and diamond double band ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring three vivid octagon cut emeralds measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm.
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mandrin garnet Eternity Band Ring hand crafted hand made 925 sterling silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Mandrin garnet Eternity Band Ring hand crafted hand made 925 sterling silver Material: Sterling Siver Gemstone: Mandrin garnet A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to ...
Diamond, Garnet, Sterling Silver
Bronzocemento Rosso Sculptural Ring in Bronze and 925 Silver by Brando Pilgiò
By Brando Pilgiò
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculptural one-of-a-kind ring in bronze, featuring an internal structure in 925 silver and a structural titanium insert, set with natural diamonds.
Diamond, Silver, Bronze
Natural Tanzanite 925 Sterling Silver Ring December Birthstone Jewelry Gift Her
Located in New York, NY
Natural Tanzanite Ring, 925 Sterling Silver Ring, December Birthstone Jewelry, AAA Tanzanite Ring, Alternative Engagement Ring, Gift For Her ♥ Welcome to Blue Star Gems Our Joyful a...
White Diamond, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Natural Tanzanite 925 Sterling Silver Ring December Birthstone Jewelry Gift Her
Located in New York, NY
Natural Tanzanite Ring, 925 Sterling Silver Ring, December Birthstone Jewelry, AAA Tanzanite Ring, Alternative Engagement Ring, Gift For Her ♥ Welcome to Blue Star Gems Our Joyful a...
White Diamond, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Natural Aquamarine 925 Sterling Silver Ring December Birthstone Jewelry Gift Her
Located in New York, NY
Natural Aquamarine Ring, 925 Sterling Silver Ring, December Birthstone Jewelry, AAA Aquamarine Ring, Alternative Engagement Ring, Gift For Her ♥ Welcome to Blue Star Gems Our Joyful...
Tanzanite, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Minimalist Oval Cut Emerald May Birthstone Solitaire Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire ring features a 0.83 carat natural oval cut emerald set in 925 sterling silver. The emerald measuring approximately 5 x 7 mm is secured in a sleek minimalist setting. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Tanzanite 925 Sterling Silver Ring December Birthstone Jewelry Gift Her
Located in New York, NY
Natural Tanzanite Ring, 925 Sterling Silver Ring, December Birthstone Jewelry, AAA Tanzanite Ring, Alternative Engagement Ring, Gift For Her ♥ Welcome to Blue Star Gems Our Joyful a...
White Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Art Deco Inspired 1.58ct Emerald Cluster Ring in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 1.58 carats emerald cluster ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver and showcases a captivating octagon cut emerald at its center measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm. Surrou...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$112Sale Price / item|50% Off
Marquise Cut Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 925 Silver Jewelry for Women
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Cut Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring in sterling silver featuring natural ruby of 0.7 carat and diamonds of 0.08 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$472Sale Price|30% Off
Men's 925 Sterling Silver Bezel-Set Diamond Band with Linear Textured Finish
Located in Peshawar, PK
Men's 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Band Ring, Bezel Set Round Cut Diamond Wedding Ring for Men, Linear Textured Brushed Finish Anniversary Statement Band Jewelry
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Honeymoon L'Exquise Two Finger Ring in Silver 925 & Garnets by Moncomble Paris
Located in Geneve, CH
Honeymoon L'Exquise Two Finger Ring in Silver 925 & Garnets by Moncomble Paris.
Diamond, Garnet, Sterling Silver, Silver, Vermeil, Gold Plate
$354Sale Price / item|53% Off
Amethyst and diamonds ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst and diamonds in 925 silver ring. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 3 gr depends from size Gemstones: Amethyst - 1 piece Cut - oval Color - purple Weight - 3-3.2 ct Side gemstones...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Silver
$354Sale Price / item|44% Off
Amethyst and diamonds ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst and diamonds in 925 silver ring. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 2 g. depends from size Central stone: amethyst Weight - approx 2.5 ct in total, cushion cut.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Silver
$425Sale Price / item|43% Off
Amethyst and diamonds ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
925 silver amethyst and diamonds ring. Metal: 925 silver Gemstones: Set with amethyst, color violet, oval cut, aprx 14 ct Clarity: Transparent with inclusions (color lines) Other st...
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
$520Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 4.85 Carat Diamond Polki Ring Rose cut Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Delhi, DL
Diamond Statement Ring Certified 4.85ctw Natural Rose Cut Diamond Ring Polki Pave diamond Ring 925 sterling silver Ring Gift For Your Love -Diamond- Rose Cut Pave diamonds, Uncut Po...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
$920Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 4.90 Carat Diamond Polki Ring Rose cut Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Delhi, DL
Diamond Statement Ring Certified 4.90ctw Natural Rose Cut Diamond Ring Polki Pave diamond Ring 925 sterling silver Ring Gift For Your Love -Diamond- Rose Cut Pave diamonds, Uncut Po...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
$354Sale Price / item|42% Off
Oval amethyst, tsavorite and diamonds ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval amethyst, tsavorite and diamonds in 925 silver ring. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 1.8 gr (depends from size) Gemstones: Set with amethyst color - purple Oval cut, aprox 0.80 ct C...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, Silver
David Yurman Noblesse Diamond Ring Size 6
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
- D.Y. Noblesse Diamond Ring -Material 925 & 18K YG -Diamonds Approx: 0.68ct -Ring Size: 6 -Ring Face: 16.1mm X 15mm -Base of Shank: 5.5mm -Condition Pre-Owned, like new -Comes w...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
David Yurman Cable Pearl Ring with Diamonds, 2 Size Available
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
*Brand David Yurman *Material: Sterling Silver 925 *Condition: Pre-Owned *Diamonds: 0.05ctw *Ring Dimension: *Size: 7 *Width: 11mm *Thickness: 2.6mm *Weight: 11gr *Size: 6 *Width: ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Hand Harness Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Jewelry Bracelet Ring.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring Wieght 10 gram A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring Wieght 14 gram A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Victorian Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Victorian Ring Wieght 12 gram A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring Wieght 15 gram A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring Wieght 10 gram A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order.
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
10k Yellow Gold over Sterling Silver 2.0 Carat Diamond Cocktail Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this .925 sterling silver and diamond cocktail ring features 2.0 carat total weight of round and baguette cut promo quality diamonds, which are milky and cloudy...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold Over Silver 2.0 Cttw Diamond Multi-Row Tapered Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this .925 sterling silver and diamond cocktail ring features 2.0 carat total weight of round and baguette cut promo quality diamonds, which are milky and cloudy...
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Hand Harness Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Jewelry Bracelet Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Hand Harness Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Jewelry Bracelet Ring.
Silver
Victorian 18K Gold & 925 Silver 0.03 Cttw Two-Tone Diamond Double Finger Ring
Located in New York, NY
Adorning the surface of the ring are 70 carefully set diamonds, arranged to maximize brilliance and sparkle.
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Silver
.925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent "MOM" Ring
Located in New York, NY
Enveloped in the luxurious luster of rhodium-plated .925 sterling silver, this exquisite ring celebrates the quintessential bond of motherhood with its gracefully sculpted 'MOM' insc...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent "MOM" Ring
Located in New York, NY
Enveloped in the luxurious luster of rhodium-plated .925 sterling silver, this exquisite ring celebrates the quintessential bond of motherhood with its gracefully sculpted 'MOM' insc...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent "MOM" Ring
Located in New York, NY
Enveloped in the luxurious luster of rhodium-plated .925 sterling silver, this exquisite ring celebrates the quintessential bond of motherhood with its gracefully sculpted 'MOM' insc...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent "MOM" Ring
Located in New York, NY
Enveloped in the luxurious luster of rhodium-plated .925 sterling silver, this exquisite ring celebrates the quintessential bond of motherhood with its gracefully sculpted 'MOM' insc...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
.925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent "MOM" Heart Ring
Located in New York, NY
Nestled in precious .925 sterling silver, this ring bears the tender inscription "MOM," highlighted by a charming heart symbol, crafting a delicate homage to the quintessence of mate...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
.925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent "MOM" Heart Ring
Located in New York, NY
Nestled in precious .925 sterling silver, this ring bears the tender inscription "MOM," highlighted by a charming heart symbol, crafting a delicate homage to the quintessence of mate...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
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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