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Edwardian .65 Ct Natural Sapphire 1.70 Ct. Diamond Heart Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
brilliant cut diamonds totaling approx 1,70 Ct (H/I/J-VVS/VS) UK size: L 1/2 US size: 6 Measures: head is 14
Category

Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau .90 Ct Natural Sapphire 1.20 Ct Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
x 4.9 mm.) – 2 old mine cut diamonds totalling approx .70 Ct (G-VVS/VS) – 14 old mine cut diamonds
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

NEW 2 Ct. Natural Amethyst Fantasy Cut Ring with Diamonds in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Warren, NJ
collection. 2 Ct. Natural Fantasy Cut Amethyst Ring with diamonds in 14k Solid Yellow Gold. 6 pt diamonds
Category

18th Century Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.30 Ct Nat Sapphire 1.20 Ct Diamond Rare Trilogy Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
(unheated) blue sapphire of approx 1.30 Ct (6.9 x 6.0 mm.) – 2 old European cut diamonds totalling approx
Category

1880s European Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco 2.15 Ct Sapphire 1.0 Ct Diamond 18 KT Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
old mine cut diamonds totalling approx 1.00 Ct (G-VS/SI) UK size: L 1/2 US size: 6 Measures: head is 9
Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian 1.55 Ct Natural Ruby .40 Ct Old Diamond 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
: 3 oval faceted cut natural rubies totalling approx 1.40 Ct – 2 old European cut diamonds totalling
Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Georgian 2.0 Ct Natural Sapphire 2.40 Ct Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
centre natural Sapphire of approx cabochon cut of 2..0 Ct – 100% natural untreated – The ring has a 19 mm
Category

Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Art Nouveau 2.40 Ct Natural Sapphire 1.20 Ct Old Mine Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Quintessential of beauty, Art Nouveau period, Natural sapphire and Diamond ring 1890/1900 ca Hand
Category

Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 1.0 Ct. Diamond 1.0 Ct. Sapphire Five Stone Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
25 – .50 – .25 – G VS/SI 2 oval cushion cut natural unheated blue sapphires totalling approx 1.0
Category

Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian Certified 6.35 Ct Imperial Topaz 1.20 CT Diamond three stone Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
mm.) – 2 old European cut diamonds totalling approx 1.20 Ct (G-VVS/VS) UK size: M 3/4 US size: 6.5
Category

Early 20th Century European Late Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Imperial Topaz, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

Art Deco Certified 7.14 Ct No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Complementary Diamonds are .792 Ct of baguette cut Diamonds as stamped into the ring – rated as G VVS stepping
Category

1920s European Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Style 6.0 Ct. Ruby Red Fire Opal Diamond Solitaire ring
Located in Napoli, IT
(14,5 x 11.1 mm.) – 2 brilliant and 10 Swiss cut diamonds totaling approx .20 Ct (G/H-VVS/SI) UK size: N
Category

1880s European Contemporary Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold

Victorian 3.80 Ct Natural Fire Opal .60 Ct Old Mine Diamond Rare Snake ring
Located in Napoli, IT
: assay Gems: 1 oval faceted cut natural fire opal of approx 3.80 Ct (12.3 x 9.8 mm. – 2 old mine cut
Category

Early 20th Century European Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold

Victorian 3.20 Ct Colombian Emerald 1.45 Ct Diamond Trinity 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
.) – 2 old mine cut diamonds totalling approx 1.45 Ct (J/K-VVS/VS) UK size: M 1/4 US size: 6.25 Measures
Category

1890s European Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 6.00 Ct Pink Tourmaline Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
(13.5 x 9.8 mm.) – 2 old mine cut diamonds totalling approx.40 Ct (H/I -VVS/VS) UK size: N 3/4 US size
Category

Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 1.25 Ct Old Mine Diamond Coiled Snake 14 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
: none/worn Gems: 1 oval cushion old mine cut diamond of approx 1.25 Ct (6.56 x 5.86 mm.) – J colour I
Category

Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Georgian/Victorian 1.00 CT Plus Rose Cut Diamond Three stone Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
whilst the two beside are close set, side Diamonds approx .20 Ct more 2.7 mm. measure The gold work is
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Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Victorian Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Victorian ring
Located in Napoli, IT
old mine cut diamonds totalling approx 1.70 Ct (G/VVS/VS) UK size: L 1/2 US size: 6 Measures: head is
Category

Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

14k Gold Ring with Tanzanite and Diamonds!
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 k solid gold ring with natural tanzanite and diamonds. December birthstone. Weight: 1.7 g
Category

15th Century and Earlier Turkish Modern Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Bombe Ring - Burma No Heat
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Rubies: center - approximately 2 ct (7.5 x 8.10 x3.55mm), calibre - approximately .72 CTW Notes: it
Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Antique Art Deco Platinum Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Color: H Clarity: VS2 Ruby: 1.19 ct - Color is in between red and a hot pink. Ring Size: 5 1/2
Category

1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique 1900s 1.82 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1.82 Ct ruby and 0.57 Ct diamond, 18k yellow gold marquise ring; part of our
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian Ruby Diamond Five Stone English 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
: English assay Gems: 3 oval faceted cut natural rubies totalling approx 1.40 Ct – 2 old European cut
Category

Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art deco ruby and diamonds ring in 18k white gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Stones: 2 rubies: 0.70 ct and 16 diamond roses: 0.70 ct. Material: 18k white gold Weight: 2.9g
Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Victorian Ceylon Purple Sapphire and Diamond Rose Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ornamented with a central feature claw set 1.50 ct oval cut Ceylon purple sapphire. The sapphire is flanked
Category

19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Rose Gold, 15k Gold

Georgian Crowned Heart Diamond Engagement ring
Located in Napoli, IT
oval Dutch rose cut Diamond of approx .20 CT for what we can catch by gauge and 7 more tiny Diamond
Category

1780s European Georgian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

1990s Vintage French Emerald and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique emerald and diamond dress ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The pierced decorated, shaped
Category

1910s French Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Burma Ruby Diamond Marquee ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Spectacular marquee ring 1880 ca, displaying a stunning Burma ruby raising in opulent Diamond set Superb
Category

1880s European Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

SSEF CERT PIGEON RED 2.50Ct Unheated Clean Burma Mogok Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Warren, NJ
WITH ROUND F/VS HEARTS AND ARROWS DIAMONDS TOTAL 1.00 CT. Unique and handmade. Ring size: 6 1/2 Ring
Category

Early 18th Century Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Emerald Platinum rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Sensual Beauty An extraordinary and most exquisite antique Edwardian period Diamond Panel ring
Category

Early 1900s North American Edwardian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

NEW Cert 6.77CT Unheated Natural Vivid Hot Pink Spinel Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Warren, NJ
Spinel Diamond ring in platinum. AGL cert. 2.163 ct Diamonds Hearts and Arrows Ideal cut F/VS collection
Category

Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Spinel, Diamond, Platinum

Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Cluster Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Cluster Engagement Ring - GIA. This beautiful
Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Ring with Carved Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Deco ring with carved oval shaped Colombian emerald cabochon weighing 10,12 ct. Surroundet by
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Halo Ring 0.6ct Sapphire 0.32ct Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø12.5US/ 7.3 gr
Located in SE
, measures: 5 mm x 4 mm x 3 mm deep / ca. 0.6 ct. 8 Diamonds, all of rose cut circa Ø 2 mm / 0,04 ct each
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold

Vintage Sapphire And Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
2 rose cut diamonds estimate weight of 0.80 ct
Category

1920s Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Victorian Five Stone No Heat Sapphire 1.6 ctw, Diamond Ring 18k rose gold.
Located in Joelton, TN
crystal, no visible indications of heat Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold with: Two (2) natural, oval-shaped
Category

1890s European Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

Antique Art - Deco Ring 1.2ct Sapphire Diamonds solid Platinum ØUS 7.25 /3gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Sapphire + Diamonds + Platinum Ring from 1900s -1920s. All metal parts of this ring are
Category

1920s German Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1918 Salomon's Halo Ring 0.7ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6.75 US /2.2 g
Located in SE
: Ø 6mm x 4.5 mm x 2.55 mm deep / ca. 0.7 ct. Ten Diamonds of old European cut Ø 2 mm / 0,03 ct each
Category

1920s European Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Three Stone Sapphire and Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
. Oval Sapphire Color/Clarity: Blue Accent Stones: (2) Old European cut diamonds, (4) single cut diamonds
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Ring Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Ring in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). set in its center with an oval sapphire about 0.46
Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique Butterfly Brooch Pin 2ct Ruby 1.5 ct Diamond 10K Gold Silver / 3.9gr.
Located in SE
. Diamonds of Rose cut, gradual sized, 2 largest ca. Ø 3 mm/ 0.11 ct each ,total weight ca 1.5 ctw . All
Category

Mid-18th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver

Antique Austrian Bohemian Bracelet Garnets Seed Pearls Enamel / 18cm / 34gr
Located in SE
17 mm at axes x 8.5 mm deep. Bezel set Garnets 9 mm x 6 mm x 5 mm deep / ca 2 ct each/total ca.16ctw
Category

1910s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Pearl, Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver, Enamel

Antique Necklace 13 Natural 14ctw Gems solid 14/ 18K Gold / 5.8gr
Located in SE
: 1. Only one Citrine, old mixed square cut: 9 mm x 7.5 mm x 3.3mm / ca. 4ct 2. Three old diamond cut
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Platinum Antique Edwardian Untreated 0.9 CT Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Rottedam, NL
stones: 0.9 carat natural untreated oval bevelled sapphire and 16 wesselton diamonds of circa 0.26 CT in
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Early 20th Century German Edwardian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Oval Art Deco Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in rijssen, NL
From the 1930-40s from the old inventory of an antique jewelry dealer. This ring has a large oval
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 2.15 Ct No Heat Blue Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
mm. x 6.98 mm.) - 4 old mine cut diamonds totalling approx 1.00 Ct (G-VS/SI) UK size: L 1/2 US size
Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Platinum Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring features 2 round old mine cut diamonds weighing approx. 1.52 ct and 1 fine oval
Category

1920s Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Edwardian 11.05 Carat Natural Blue Zircon 1.30 Carat Diamond Rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Blue Natural, Blue Zircon of 11.05 CT prizing as much brilliance as a Blue Cushion Diamond This rare
Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond Flower Ring, circa 1800
Located in Napoli, IT
Jump to 1800! This impressive Georgian period Diamond ring is an homage to woman beauty and grace
Category

Early 1800s Georgian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Edwardian Natural Jade and Diamond Panel Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
jade of 11 mm. in diameter - 2 brilliant and 8 half cut diamonds totalling approx .16 Ct UK size: P 1/4
Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold

Art Deco Certified Burma No Heat Pink Sapphire Diamond Plat 18 Karat Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
: 1 oval faceted cut natural (unheated) Burma pink sapphire of .71 Ct (5.5 x 4.9 mm.) - 2 baguette and
Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Exquisite Victorian Burma Ruby and Diamond Marquee Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Spectacular marquee ring 1880 ca, displaying a stunning Burma ruby raising in opulent Diamond set Superb
Category

1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Spectacular Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Rare Victorian Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
/worn Gems: 5 oval faceted cut natural Burma rubies totalling approx 1.10 Ct – 20 old mine cut diamonds
Category

1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Authentic Edwardian 4.70 Carat Natural Aquamarine Diamond Rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
(13.20 mm. x 9.75 mm.) - 4 rose cut diamonds totalling approx .10 Ct UK size: Q 3/4 US size: 8 1/2
Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Natural Opal 1.80 Carat Old Mine Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
cut natural Harlequin opal of approx 1.70 Ct (10.80 mm. x 7.04 mm.) - 2 cushion old mine cut diamonds
Category

1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Rare Turquoise 2.80 Carat Old Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
selected Complemented by a selection of 14 old mine cut Diamonds approx 2-80 Ct at minimum all together
Category

Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold

Georgian 2.0 Carat Natural Sapphire 2.40 Carat Diamond Rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
natural blue sapphire of approx 2.00 Ct (7.24 mm. x 5.54 mm.) - 24 old Flemish cut diamonds totalling
Category

Late 18th Century Italian Georgian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Magnificent Art Deco Certified 7.14 Carat No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Complementary Diamonds are .792 Ct of baguette cut Diamonds as stamped into the ring – rated as G VVS stepping
Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Top End 100% Natural Red Salmon Coral 1.10 Carat Diamond Flower Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
mm. Petals are enhanced by glistening round brilliant cut Diamonds G VVS quality approx 1.10 Ct in
Category

1880s Contemporary Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian 1.0 Carat Old Mine Diamond 1.0 Carat Sapphire Five-Stone Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
approx 1.00 CT (.25-.50-.25 G-VS/SI) – 2 oval cushion cut natural unheated blue sapphires totalling
Category

1870s Victorian Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique diamond ring 2 ct oval you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect antique diamond ring 2 ct oval may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique diamond ring 2 ct oval over the years, but those made by Shreve, Crump & Low are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also antique cushion cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our antique diamond ring 2 ct oval for sale are for women, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Diamond Ring 2 Ct Oval?

Prices for an antique diamond ring 2 ct oval can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,630 and can go as high as $19,517, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,460.

Finding the Right rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.