AGL Certified 0.12 Carat Fancy Green VS2 Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 1.97 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.12 ct Colour: Fanc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.116 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.53 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.116 ct Colour: Fan...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.156 Carat Intense Pink VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.07 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 1.56 ct Colour: Fa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.16 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.81 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Radiant Carat: 0.16 ct Colour: Fancy Ye...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.101 Carat Fancy Pink VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.96 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Marquise Carat: 0.101 ct Colour: Fancy ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.141 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.68 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Pear Carat: 0.141 ct Colour: Fanc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.098 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.78 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Oval Carat: 0.098 ct Colour: Fancy Yell...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.149 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.59 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.149 ct Colour: F...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.203 Carat Fancy Pink VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.9 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Pear Carat: 0.203 ct Colour: Fancy...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.08 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.91 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Pear Carat: 0.08 ct Colour: Fancy...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.184 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.63 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.184 ct Colour: F...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.11 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.59 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Oval Carat: 0.11 ct Colour: Fancy...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 1.00 Carat Fancy Green SI Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.275 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 1.00 Colour: Fanc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.269 Carat Fancy Yellow SI Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.71 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.269 ct Colour: F...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.12 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.87 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.12 ct Colour: Fa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.30 Carat Fancy Green VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.183 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Pear Carat: 0.30 Colour: Fan...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 1.01 Carat Fancy Green VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.74 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Pear Carat: 1.01 ct Colour: Fancy G...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 1.71 Carat Fancy Green VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.19 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 1.71 ct Colour: F...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.30 Carat Fancy Green VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 6.246 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Round Carat: 0.30 ct Colour: Fan...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 1.51 Carat Fancy Green VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 6.79 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 1.51 ct Colour: Fa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.92 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.235 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.92 ct Colour: F...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.24 Carat Fancy Pink VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.624 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Oval Carat: 0.24 ct Colour: Fanc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.156 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.12 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 0.156 ct Colour: F...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.137 Carat Fancy Yellow SI Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.37 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Oval Carat: 0.137 ct Colour: Fanc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.341 Carat Fancy Yellow SI Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.87 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Pear Carat: 0.341 ct Colour: Fanc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.51 Carat Fancy Pink SI Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.683 grams Set with- Main stone 1: Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Cushion Carat: 0....
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.098 Carat Fancy Yellow VS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.28 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Heart Carat: 0.098 ct Colour: Fan...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 3.00 Carat Fancy Green VVS Clarity Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 6.598 grams Set with- Stone type: Diamonds Shape: Pear Carat: 3.00 ct Colour: Fanc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
$448,000Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Certified 5 Carat Emerald Ring Made-to-Order - NO OIL
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent 5.06 carat AGL certified emerald ring is a bespoke creation, offered as a made-to-order piece designed around this exceptional loose gemstone.
Emerald, Yellow Gold
No-Heat Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring, AGL GRS Certified
Located in New York, NY
This platinum ring showcases a spectacular 20.09 ct natural no-heat sapphire accented by 2.91 carats of diamonds, certified by AGL, GRS, Gübelin, and SSEF.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
AGL Certified 3.03 Carat Burmese Ruby, Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
A new 3.03 carat Burmese ruby ring made in 18 Karat gold. The ruby is certified by AGL (Thai) as natural, unheated, 'Purplish-Red', and from the mine 'Mogok'.
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 4.2 Carat Colombian Emerald 18K Gold Octagon Bezel Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18K gold bezel sets a 4.20 carat octagonal emerald cut Colombian emerald. AGL certified minor oil. Made to order, available in ring sizes 5-12.
Emerald, Platinum
AGL Certified 3.98 Carat Colombian Emerald 18K Gold Platinum Mens Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified investment grade Emerald mens ring.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Spectra Fine Jewelry AGL Certified 11.32 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The center stone, a stunning oval Colombian emerald with minor enhancement, is certified by AGL for authenticity. Surrounding the emerald are 3.51 carats of mixed diamonds, adding br...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 3.52 Carat Cushion Colombian Emerald & Half Moon Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
It is currently a size 6, making it a timeless and stunning piece for any fine jewelry collection. Item Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Emerald: 3.52 carats (9.79 x 9.15 x 6.58 mm)...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry AGL-Certified 13.57 Carat Madagascar Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The sapphire is AGL-certified and framed by a dazzling array of diamonds—104 round brilliant diamonds totaling 2.08 carats and 4 half-moon diamonds totaling 1.23 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Certified 5.56 Ct. Emerald Cut Minor Oil Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Striking AGL-Certified 5.56ct Emerald and Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring Make a statement with this remarkable emerald and diamond cluster ring, expertly crafted in platinum and radi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
AGL Certified 3.52 Carat Cushion Colombian Emerald & Half Moon Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
It is currently a size 6, making it a timeless and stunning piece for any fine jewelry collection. Item Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Emerald: 3.52 carats (9.79 x 9.15 x 6.58 mm)...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold AGL Certified Eleven Carats Colombian Emerald Ring
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Fairy Tale ring features an AGL certified 11.84 carat rare Colombian emerald in an excellent cushion cut with dimensions of 13.48 x 13.36 x 11.11 mm.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry AGL Certified 19.28 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The sapphire is certified by AGL as being of Ceylon origin with no indications of thermal enhancement, attesting to its exceptional rarity and natural beauty.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
AGL Certified 0.77 Carat Round Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Twist Shank Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center Stone is a Round Yellow Sapphire 0.77 Carats The Sapphire is AGL Certified Heated There are 0.36 Carats in Diamonds F...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
AGL Certified 0.98 Carat Round Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Double Halo Ring The ring is 14K White Gold The Center Stone is a Round Yellow Sapphire 0.98 Carats The Sapphire is AGL Certified Heated There are 0.70 Carats in Diamonds F...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White...
AGL Certified 0.59 Carat Round Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Twist Shank Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center Stone is a Round Yellow Sapphire 0.59 Carats The Sapphire is AGL Certified Heated There are 0.78 Carats in Diamonds F...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
AGL Certified 5.54 Carat Cushion Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The Stone is a Cushion Checker Board Cut. The stone is AGL Certified, Heated There are 0.25 Carat Diamonds F VS The ring is a size 5.50, sizable.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White G...
AGL Certified 1.05 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Milgrain Filigree Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Deco Revival Round Halo Milgrain Filigree Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center Stone is a Round Yellow Sapphire 1.05 Carats The Sapphire is AGL Certified Heated T...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
AGL Certified 0.97 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Milgrain Filigree Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Deco Revival Round Milgrain Filigree Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center Stone is a Round Yellow Sapphire 0.97 Carats The Sapphire is AGL Certified Heated There ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
Investment grade NO OIL AGL Certified 4.26 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional ring showcases a 4.26-carat step-cut emerald, certified by AGL as completely free of oil, a rarity that highlights its natural beauty and purity.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
AGL Certified 0.86 Carat Round Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Milgrain Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Deco Revival Round Halo Milgrain Ring The ring is 14K White Gold The Center Stone is a Round Yellow Sapphire 0.86 Carats The Sapphire is AGL Certified Heated There are ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White...
Emilio Jewelry AGL Certified 41.00 Carat Cabochon Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry a well known dealer located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, The focal point of this magnificent ring is the 41.18ct AGL Certified Star Cabochon sapphire of cor...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
AGL Certified 3.52 Carat Cushion Colombian Emerald & Half Moon Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
It is currently a size 6, making it a timeless and stunning piece for any fine jewelry collection. Item Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Emerald: 3.52 carats (9.79 x 9.15 x 6.58 mm)...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry AGL Certified 2.24 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A true treasure of timeless elegance, this exquisite ring from Spectra Fine Jewelry features a captivating 2.24-carat Colombian emerald, certified by AGL as no oil (free of any treat...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
REDUCED: AGL Certified 10.25 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Titanium Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This sophisticated ring features a 10.25 carat Colombian emerald, prized for its vivid green hue and exceptional quality. The emerald is octagonal step-cut with minor oil enhancement...
Diamond, Emerald, Titanium
AGL Certified 7.36 Carat No Oil Cushion-Cut Colombian Emerald Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified 7.36 carat no oil Colombian Emerald ring.
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified Natural 1.41 Carat Green Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. AGL certified center green sapphire set in a platinum setting with 6 straight graduated baguette diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Spectra Fine Jewelry AGL Certified 2.43 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the captivating allure of this exquisite 2.43 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring. A masterpiece that seamlessly blends sophistication with timeless elegance, th...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.64ct Natural No Heat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring, AGL Certified
Located in Austin, TX
A stunning and vibrant ruby and diamond ballerina style ring. The center oval cut ruby measures 2.64 carats AGL certified as Burmese, natural, and unheated.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified .80 Carat Oval Natural Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
On each side of the ruby is one single cut accent diamond. The ruby is certified by the AGL as natural with no indications of heating. 1 oval fine red natural Ruby, approx. total w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
AGL Certified 12.22 Carat Oval Ruby and Marquise Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a statement ruby ring. The simple and beautiful design of this ring showcases a gorgeous 12.22 carat, AGL certified ruby.
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Peter Suchy AGL Certified 2.67 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Pink purple sapphire and diamond three-stone engagement ring. AGL certified natural no heat estate cushion pink purple 2.67 carat center sapphire set into a custom-made platinum clas...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 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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