Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18K Gold, Early Art Deco Size 9.5
Located in Northampton, MA
A masterpiece from the dawn of the Art Deco era, this extraordinary ring unites a radiant .65-carat emerald of luminous, electric green intensity with a sparkling constellation of an...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond 14 Carat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The Emerald in this ring measures 1ct and is a great colour. Either side sit a pair of diamonds totalling 10pts per shoulder. The ring is modelled out of 14carat white gold. Ring ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Birks Platinum Old European Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Birks Platinum Old European Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring. This incredible Art Deco old European cut diamond and emerald ring is crafted in platinum. This r...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
SSEF Certified 2.22 Carats Colombian Emerald and Diamond Art-Deco Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Elegant SSEF certified Art-Déco Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, dated circa 1920. Charming Art-Déco ring, set with a cushion-shaped, luminous Colombian emerald of 2.22 ct, mino...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early Victorian 3.92 CTW Peruzzi Cut Diamond Emerald 18 Karat Gold Antique Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a Peruzzi cut diamond weighing approximately 3.20 carats J color with VS2 clarity - set in a silver-topped square collet bezel Flanked by round cut emeralds in silver-toppe...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
18ct Yellow Gold, London Hallmarked Edwardian 5 Stone Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked London 1909 This exquisite gypsy ring is made of 18ct yellow gold. It features a stunning emerald at the centre, flank...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 3.85 Ct Colombian Minor Traditional Emerald & Diamond Ring 18KYG
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified 3.85 Ct Colombian Minor Traditional Emerald & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold A Classic, ring 3.85 Carat Colombian Emerald Absolutely gorgeous emerald , Very desirable...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Emerald and Quartz Plaque Ring 18K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
From our antique collection, this beautiful plaque ring contains ten European Cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.40 carat total, eight princess cut and four triangular cut emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, Quartz, White Gold
Antique 14ct White Gold, 1920s Art Deco Emerald Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Ring 14ct White Gold Tested Circa 1920s This fabulous antique piece from the 1920s features a stunning emerald-cut aquamarine elegantly placed between milgrai...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1925s Art Deco Calibrated Emeralds Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow and white gold. A stunning Art Deco ring; its flat yellow gold band is adorned all around with calibrated emeralds set in rail settings. At the center, a larg...
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
AGL Certified Minor Traditional 15Ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring 18K Unisex
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified Minor Traditional 15.05 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold A Classic, Unisex ring , Ring size 7 15.05 Carat Colombian Emerald Absolutely gor...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco 0.60 Carat Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
An attractive trilogy ring set with an asscher cut Emerald stone in the centre and an old cut diamond to either side. The natural Emerald is of Columbian origin and weighs 0.60 carat...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 0.90 Carat Old European Cut Diamond & Natural Emerald Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Art Deco Composition: Platinum Primary Stone: Old European Cut Diamond Carat Weight: Approximately 0.90 Carats Color/Clarity: H / VS1 Accent Stone: Eight French Cut Natural...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Diamond Emerald Filigree Open Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - G Color - VS1 Clarity - 0.29ct (approx.) (4) Synthetic Emeralds - Custom Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - Green Colo...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 3.25 Carat Emerald and 1.92 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 3.25 carat emerald and 1.92 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collectio...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold You and Me Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold. A charming antique ring, it features two curved lines set with rose-cut diamonds on the top, one ending with a round emerald and the other with an oval ro...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Platinum, Edwardian era Pearl & Emerald Snake Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian-era platinum snake ring, a true testament to the artistry of the early 20th century....
Pearl, Platinum
$129,787Sale Price|20% Off
Fine Art Deco No-Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, ca. 1920
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
An old mine Colombian emerald and diamond ring in 18k white gold. The antique cushion cut emerald has a strong crystal and beautiful deep and vivid green colour adding to the allure ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
20th Century 1, 40 Carat Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 Karat yellow gold. Charming antique ring, it is decorated on its top of a round cabochon emerald closed set, and shouldered on both sides of 2 antique brilliant- cut diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Love Token Double Heart 15K Diamond Emerald Bow Gold Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Two red gold hearts side by side, one is set with an emerald, the other with a diamond. They are joined by a silver bow set with nine old cut diamonds. The ring is marked 15K on the ...
Diamond, Emerald, 15k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.20 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Square Ring with Emeralds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with an Asscher cut Diamond, accenting Emeralds, and a halo of Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.80 carats....
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K white gold Art Deco filigree ring featuring a genuine emerald. The round eme
Located in Big Bend, WI
18K white gold Art Deco filigree ring featuring a genuine emerald. The round emerald measures about 4.5mm and has fine grass green color. There is hand engraved design on the sides a...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 4.2 Carat Cushion Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring 18K Y Gold
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified 4.2 Ct Cushion Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold A Classic, ring 4.2 Carat Colombian Emerald Absolutely gorgeous emerald , Very desirable color ,...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.50 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Target Ring with Emeralds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum featuring a center Old Mine cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.50 carat, I-J color, SI1-SI2 clarity, with surrounding Square cut Emeralds. Circa 1920s Si...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 18ct White Gold 1920’s Art Deco Rectangular Onyx Diamond & Emerald Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Onyx Ring 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1920’s This stunning Art Deco onyx ring is a true antique beauty. Crafted from 18ct white gold, this ring boasts a striking geometr...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Circa 1920s Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Emerald Ring - VEG#47b
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa 1920s Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Emerald Ring - VEG#47b Item Details: Year: 1920s Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.8 grams Diamond De...
Diamond, Platinum
Colombian emerald and diamond coronet cluster, circa 1925.
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond coronet cluster. Set with an octagonal emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with minor oil in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight o...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 0.20ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A wonderful Cabochon cut emerald is flanked by old cut diamonds in this beautiful Victorian Ring. Set in 18 carat yellow gold, the emerald sits at 0.20 carat, whilst the flanking dia...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful vintage ring crafted in platinum. The ring features a dark blue central sapphire with a bright white baguette cut diamond on each shoulder. The dark blue of ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Two Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A simply stunning sapphire and diamond ring dating back to the early 20th century. The ring is crafted in platinum and features an antique emerald cut diamond that sits above or belo...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco flanked solitaire diamond ring, early 20th Century.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco flanked solitaire diamond ring. Set to centre with a single rectangular emerald-cut diamond, H colour, VVS1 clarity with a weight of 3.02 carats in an open back claw setting...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Art Deco 1.1tcw Diamond Motif Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage ring is crafted in platinum and showcases a total of 1.1 carats of sparkling diamonds arranged in an intricate Art Deco motif. The geometric design reflects the...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a truly special and unique ring that dates back to the Art Deco era. The ring features a central emerald cut sapphire that is flanked on all sides by perfectly matched triang...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a truly special and unique ring that dates back to the Art Deco era. The ring features a central emerald cut sapphire that is flanked on all sides by perfectly matched triang...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 18K White Gold Sapphire and Natural Diamond Milgrain Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Sapphire and Natural Diamond Ring Metal Type: 18k Solid White Gold Total Item Weight: 7.2 Grams Ring Size: 8 (Resizable) Dimensions: Length: 22.0 mm Width: 18.0 mm He...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Platinum, 1920s Original Art Deco Rectangular Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Sapphire Art Deco Ring Platinum Circa 1920s Step into the elegance of the 1920s with this stunning Art Deco ring, featuring a captivating rectangular-shaped natural sapphire at i...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 8.00ct Synthetic Sapphire and Diamond Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This glamorous 1920s ring centres around an intense blue, synthetic sapphire weighing 8.00 carat. The emerald cut sapphire is then surrounded by a halo of sparkling old cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Sapphire and Pearl Rectangular Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold and platinum Edwardian cluster ring. Featuring a stunnin...
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 18kt Gold & Paltinum Ring with Green Tourmaline & Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This exquisite Art Deco filigree ring is crafted in 18kt yellow gold with a platinum top and features a natural emerald-cut green tourmaline with approximately 1.00 carats total weig...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Wedderien Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Comet Ring, GIA
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Deco Wedderien natural sapphire, diamond and platinum Comet engagement ring Early 20th Century Sapphire: Cushion, step cut, natural corundum with no indication of heating, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Antique Art Deco Platinum Royal Blue No Heat Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
Rare Art Deco Tiffany & Co. Platinum 2.15ctw GIA Ceylon No Heat Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Emerald Cut - Channel Set - Certified...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian Reddish-Pink Tourmaline and Rose Cut Diamond Ring (1901-1914)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Edwardian Pink Tourmaline and Rose Cut Diamond Ring (1901-1914) Hand fabricated in platinum and 18 Karat yellow Gold, glisten and glows with a bright fuchsia Reddish-Pink Emerald cu...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian-era ring features an exquisite emerald-cut amethyst set in a platinum open work setting...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum Edwardian Peridot & Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Peridot Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Step back in time with this stunning Edwardian cluster ring, featuring a magnificent peridot centre stone that captures...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Natural Untreated GIA 6.60ct Jade Jadeite Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco GIA 6.60ct Natural UNTREATED Green Jade JADEITE Diamond Platinum Ring There are three primary reasons to choose natural untreated JADEITE: they are beautiful, rare, and sup...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
1925s Art Deco Tourmaline Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark and platinum mascaron hallmark. This charming Art Deco ring is adorned with a step-cut rubellite tourmaline held in place by four prongs. T...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, P...
Zephyrine 18k Yellow Gold Verde Ring – Mother of Pearl, Malachite & Diamond
Located in Greeneville, TN
Bring elegance to life with the Zephyrine Verde Ring by Mountain Song Jeweler — a stunning blend of natural gemstones and fine gold. This bold statement piece features a luminous 2.0...
Diamond, Malachite, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique Emerald and Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.39 carat emerald and 2.04 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold ring; part of our diverse collection of 1920s cluster engagement rings.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous Art Deco emerald cut diamond engagement ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond & Emerald 3-Stone Edwardian Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A mesmerizing trio of diamonds and an emerald form this fabulous 3 stone antique Edwardian engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
.90 Carat Bright Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Victorian Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1900's Victorian bright green emerald cut .90 carat emerald and diamond Victorian engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Victorian Opal Emerald Ruby Ring Antique Wedding Engagement Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
On either side of the opals are fine natural Rubies. The antique wedding ring, or engagement ring, or perfect everyday jewel, abounds with the radiant colors of the natural antique...
Opal, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$51,316Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Emerald and Diamond Cluster 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A vintage emerald and diamond cluster ring in 18 karat yellow gold, circa 1915. This exceptional ring is set to its centre with a square cut emerald of 1.40cts approximately with an...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring c. 1925
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1925 This finely crafted Art Deco platinum ring of classic three-stone design is centered with an excellent Colombian emerald displaying a vivid bluish-green hue. The emerald ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 5.15 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade Colombian vivid green Emerald and diamond ring. Cabochon GIA certified center stone with 52 round old european cut diamonds. Natural minor surface abrasions. Handmade 18k ye...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
1920s 1.50 Carat Cabochon Cut Emerald and 2.85ct Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1.50 carat Colombian emerald and 2.85 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This st...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.00 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond with Emerald & Onyx Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique engagement ring, featuring a 1.00 carat Asscher cut diamond, channel-set in between two emeralds weighing 0.70 carat total.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Antique 1.50 Carat Emerald and 2.64 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine, and impressive antique Victorian 1.50 carat emerald and 2.64 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold trilogy ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelr...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Gia Russian Emerald Halo Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6 Width: 3.10 mm Weight: 7.36 grams Ladies 18K Yellow Gold vintage diamond and emerald engagement, halo cocktail ring with ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.71 Carat Violet Sapphire Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1920's GIA certified bluish violet to purple color change Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Emerald step cut center sapphire set in platinum with 2 straight baguette side stones.
Diamond, 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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