Victorian 0.51ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This delightful ring from the 1880s showcases a row of five diamonds, graduated in size.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 2.00ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Five glistening old cut diamonds are on display in this Edwardian ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian 0.85ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1880s, this five stone ring showcases a sparkling collection of old cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.95ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, hallmarked 1901
Located in London, GB
This Victorian five stone ring showcases a wonderful array of old cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 1.50ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Five glistening old cut diamonds are on display in this Edwardian ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 2.10ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Five glistening old cut diamonds are on display in this Edwardian ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian 0.65ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This elegant Victorian ring features five glistening old cut diamonds gentle tapered from the centre out.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.70ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Five sparkling old cut diamonds are on display in this beautiful, Edwardian era piece. The central diamond is the largest at 0.20 carat, the flanking pair are both 0.15 carat, with t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian 1.30ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful piece of Victorian design, this five stone ring showcases a sparkling collection of old cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The diamonds total 1.16ct and also holds diamond points in-between the larger stones.
Diamond, Gold
Victorian 0.70ct Diamond Five Stone RIng, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This classic Victorian carved shank ring features five old cut diamonds graduating in size.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Five glistening diamonds sit fabulously within a simple setting modelled in 18ct gold.
Diamond, Gold
Victorian 2.30ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This Victorian five stone ring is a truly beautiful piece. It features a central diamond weighing 1.00ct, flanked by two 0.50ct diamonds and two 0.30ct diamonds sitting at either end.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Five-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous diamond cluster ring dating back to the Edwardian period.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18K Gold and Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique diamond ring is composed of five old European-cut diamonds, approximate total weight 2.30 carats, set in gold with a delicately scrolling gallery.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic style victorian five stone ring holds diamond measuring 25pts, 15pts and 10pts.
Diamond, Gold
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic style victorian five stone ring holds diamond measuring 25pts, 15pts and 7pts. all set in simple claw settings.
Diamond, Gold
Art Deco Five Stone Diamond Navette Dinner Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Crafted in the 1920s from platinum, this stunning Navette band is set with an Old European cut diamond center stone measuring 0.47 carats, F-G color, VS clarity and accented on all s...
Diamond, Platinum
1910s Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.36 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of our collection of antique diamond rings.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.42 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, 14 karat white gold set five stone ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold, Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
It carries a rich history and charm that only vintage pieces possess. The ring features a captivating five-stone design, set with natural rubies and dazzling diamonds, creating a be...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Art Deco 1.40ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A collection of five sparkling old cut diamonds are on display in this Art Deco ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 0.95ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Five sparkling old cut diamonds take pride of place in this Art Deco ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late Victorian 1.95ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
A truly rare find, this Late Victorian carved shank ring has been crafted entirely in platinum. A collection of five old cut diamonds are on display descending in size from the centre.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 2.20ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Five bright old cut diamonds are set within a platinum claw set ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian sapphire and diamond five stone ring, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Victorian sapphire and diamond five stone ring. Horizontally set with two cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced sapphires, one of Burmese origin, the other Basaltic, in open back ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Five glistening diamonds sit fabulously on top of a simple open work claw setting modelled in 18carat gold. The diamonds total 1.05ct. This ring is modelled in 18carat gold. Ring S...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian 0.85 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Five sparkling diamonds are set in this 18 carat yellow gold ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
This Victorian era five stone ring was handmade in 18 carat yellow gold around 1890.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham Worn Date Letter Circa 1900 Lovely gypsy style ring. Set with alternating, natural rubies & diamonds. Mounted ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
0.40ct Old cut diamonds and oval-shaped old cut rubies alternate in quintessential Edwardian era fashion to comprise this beautiful and colourful five stone ruby and diamond ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Hallmarked Birmingham- date letter has rubbed Makers Mark H W Ltd Lovely, Edwardian Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1.20ct Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Five old cushion cut diamonds are displayed in this beautiful Art Deco ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This ruby and diamond five stone is beautifully made and show cases top quality stones.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Five Stone Ring (1901-1915)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Original Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Five Stone Band Ring in 18K Gold and Platinum (1901-1915) It has been claw set with three graduated old mine cut diamonds with a total weight of...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Five bright glistening diamonds sit fabulously on top of a simple open work setting modelled in 18ct gold. The diamonds total 70pts. The largest measuring 30pts. Ring Size: R or 8 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Sparkling pink rubies and white diamonds make up this five stone ring. The centre ruby weighs 0.40 carat, whilst the two on either end each weigh 0.10 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Lovely, Edwardian gold band style ring. Set with alternating, natural rubies & diamonds. The centre stones in pretty squ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Victorian era, this hand made ring is made up of two rubies and three diamonds. The centre old cut diamond weighs 0.35 carat, with the two diamonds at either end w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
This delicate little ring features a central ruby and two on the end, interspersed with diamonds. The pinkish rubies are expertly grain set and have a total weight of 0.20 carat. The...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby Diamond Five Stone English 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This very pretty antique Victorian period ring is 1890 ca. English origin – bearing hallmarks Traditional Victorian half hoop mount, beautiful hand carved details exalting the fabul...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this 18 carat gold ring are five sparkling diamonds. The central diamond measuring approx 45pts, the ones either side measure 30pts and the smallest measuring 25pts. The diamo...
Diamond, Gold
Victorian 2.60ct Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1896
Located in London, GB
This exquisite five stone ring dates to the Victorian era. At its centre sits an unheated sapphire weighing 1.40 carat, flanked by two 0.40 carat, old cut diamonds and two 0.60 carat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.80ct Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A trio of gorgeous, oval cut sapphires are set amongst a pair of old cut diamonds in this Victorian five stone ring. The central Sapphire is 1.00 carat, with the two flanking stones ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 2.50ct Ruby and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A trio of vibrant, cushion cut rubies are set alongside a pair of old cut diamonds in this Victorian five stone ring. The central ruby sits largest at 1.00 carat, with the two flanki...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold, Birmingham Hallmarked, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Birmingham, Date Letter Worn 18ct yellow gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two old-cut diamonds in altern...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Sapphire and Dimond Five-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically styled sapphire and diamond five-stone ring. This antique piece has been crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold and showcases an alternating array of round f...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 3.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Victorian five stone ring showcases a trio of natural blue sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond And Sapphire Five Stone Ring
Located in Portland, England
A charming late Victorian ring crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold, fully hallmarked for the year 1897–1898. This elegant piece features a classic carved gallery design, set with a cent...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Edwardian 1.05ct Diamond and Sapphire Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful five stone ring dates to the Edwardian era. At its centre sits a 0.45ct old cut diamond as the centre stone, flanked by two 0.30 carat diamonds on each side.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 2.00ct Emerald and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1910s, this stunning piece centres around a 2.00 carat emerald. The natural gem is in the classic emerald cut and claw set in platinum. Flanking the fabulous green ston...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian 1.40ct Diamond and Ruby Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A trio of old cut diamonds are set between a pair of vibrant rubies in this Victorian five stone ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian 18ct Gold Ring, Ruby Diamond Five Stone Ring Hallmarked 1901
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1901 Introducing a stunning 18ct gold Edwardian 5 stone ring, adorned with alternating natural rubies and diamonds in a detailed ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian 0.95ct Diamond and Ruby Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Edwardian era this five stone alternates between glistening diamonds and vibrant rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
1910s 0.45Ct Ruby 0.60Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.45 carat ruby and 0.60 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of our antique ruby jewellery collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.05ct Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This enchanting Victorian ring features central sapphire flanked by old cut diamonds. The central sapphire weighs 1.05 carat and is a completely natural stone. The two diamonds eithe...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.30ct Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A trio of deep blue sapphires are on display beside a pair of old cut diamonds in this beautiful Edwardian piece. To the centre sits the largest of the three old cut sapphires weighi...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are three Diamonds and two Rubies. The three diamonds total 30pts and the rubies total 30pts. The stones are set in simple claw settings and the sho...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Antique 14ct Yellow Gold, 1920s Opal & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal Ring 14ct Gold Circa 1920s This exquisite antique ring, crafted in the 1920s, showcases a captivating arrangement of five oval-shaped fiery opals, elegantly interspe...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold Birmingham Hallmarked Victorian Sapphire Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1891 This stunning Victorian 18ct yellow gold five-stone ring is a true work of art.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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