Antique Bishops Ring
Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Bishops Ring
Mixed Metal
Mid-19th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Bishops Ring
Mixed Metal
15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Bishops Ring
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Bishops Ring
Carnelian, Gold, Silver
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1890s Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
1780s British Georgian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Bishops Ring
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bishops Ring
Citrine, Gold
1890s Late Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
1890s Italian Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Italian Belle Époque Antique Bishops Ring
Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Art Deco Antique Bishops Ring
Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Art Deco Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Art Deco Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Bronze
19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique Bishops Ring
Mixed Metal
1880s Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Antique Bishops Ring
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Italian Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Silver
1810s British Georgian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
1890s Italian Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Gold, 18k Gold
1890s French Napoleon III Antique Bishops Ring
Topaz, 18k Gold
1860s British Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Agate, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Italian Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Italian Antique Bishops Ring
Citrine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold
1880s French Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Silver
19th Century British Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 9k Gold
1860s German Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, 14k Gold
1850s British Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Agate, 18k Gold
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2010s Antique Bishops Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Pinchbeck
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Bishops Ring
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Greek Classical Greek Antique Bishops Ring
Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Antique Bishops Ring
Garnet, 14k Gold
Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Bishops Ring
Diamond, Gold
2010s Colombian Art Deco Antique Bishops Ring
Emerald, 18k Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Bishops Ring
Pearl, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Late 18th Century Portuguese Georgian Antique Bishops Ring
Rock Crystal, 15k Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Bishops Ring
Diamond, Platinum
1920s Art Deco Antique Bishops Ring
Diamond
20th Century Antique Bishops Ring
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Bishops Ring
Amethyst, Gold, Enamel
1970s Italian Antique Bishops Ring
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Early 19th Century European Baroque Revival Antique Bishops Ring
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
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- What is a bishop's ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bishop's ring, also known as an episcopal ring, is worn by a bishop on the ring finger of the right hand — signifying fidelity and union with the church. These rings are usually a circle of gold set with a precious gemstone such as amethyst. Find a collection of vintage and antique rings on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bishop's ring is called an ecclesiastical ring. The term refers to jewelry worn on the fingers of any member of the clergy, including cardinals and the pope. You can find a wide range of antique and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
- What were antique rings made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Antique rings were made of a variety of materials. You can find pieces produced out of many of the same precious metals used today, such as yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver and platinum. In addition, some antique rings feature a material called pinchbeck, which is a combination of copper and zinc. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique rings.
- Do antique rings have hallmarks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, some antique rings have hallmarks. However, some do not. Before 1950, jewelry makers didn't add hallmarks to their pieces, but some did to indicate who produced the jewelry and/or tell the buyer what type of metals they contained. Shop a large collection of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- Is my antique ring real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To find out if your antique ring is real, you can first try researching the maker. Look for a hallmark inside the ring and then use trusted online resources to determine who produced it. From there, you can find out if the jewelry maker typically produced jewelry out of precious metals and genuine gemstones or specialized in costume jewelry crafted from less costly materials. Another option is to have an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser inspect your ring for you. Explore a wide variety of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a ring is an antique, see if you can locate a maker's marking on the inside of the band. If you can, research the artisan, company or workshop using trusted online resources. By learning when they were active and reviewing image galleries of their work, you can often estimate approximately when a particular ring was produced. If your ring is 100 years old or older, it is an antique. In the event that you can't find a maker's mark or still have lingering questions about your ring's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a wide variety of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Yes, antique engagement rings do tend to be popular. They especially appeal to brides-to-be who want something unique and like the idea of owning a ring that has a long history. Rings from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras are among the most highly sought-after antique options. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique engagement rings.
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- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.