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19th Century Belgian Blue Stone Doorstop with Iron Ring, Sculptural
19th Century Belgian Blue Stone Doorstop with Iron Ring, Sculptural

19th Century Belgian Blue Stone Doorstop with Iron Ring, Sculptural

Located in High Point, NC

Its tapered, hand-hewn form reveals subtle variations in texture and tone, while the worn surface speaks to decades of utilitarian use. A rusty iron ring is set into the top, offerin...

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19th Century Belgian Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Stone

Antique French Double Basin Burgundy Limestone Trough with Iron Rings, C. 1850
Antique French Double Basin Burgundy Limestone Trough with Iron Rings, C. 1850

Antique French Double Basin Burgundy Limestone Trough with Iron Rings, C. 1850

Located in Dallas, TX

This charming limestone trough from circa 1850 was used to provide feed and/or water to horses on a French stable in Burgundy. Two iron rings on the front would have been used to tet...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Ring Finial and Vine Andirons, Circa 1850
Pair of American Cast Iron Ring Finial and Vine Andirons, Circa 1850

Pair of American Cast Iron Ring Finial and Vine Andirons, Circa 1850

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American cast iron andirons with a circular ring finial, intertwined vine, twisted center column on ringed squared plinth, decorative scroll work, and terminating on original...

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1850s American American Empire Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Monumental Iron Scroll Andirons
Monumental Iron Scroll Andirons

Monumental Iron Scroll Andirons

Located in Greenwich, CT

A monumental pair of iron andirons with wonderful hand forged scrolled body and legs, topped by bold octagonal finials on gooseneck heads with finely wrought rope-effect iron rings b...

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1880s American Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

Rare Ancient Roman Silver Legionary Ring c. 300 AD
Rare Ancient Roman Silver Legionary Ring c. 300 AD

Rare Ancient Roman Silver Legionary Ring c. 300 AD

Located in Chicago, IL

A comparable legionary intaglio set in ancient iron ring is in the collection of the Royal Albert Memorial Museum (UK).

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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Jasper, Silver

Italian Rococo Style Wrought Iron and Gilt Metal Floor Lamp, early 20th century
Italian Rococo Style Wrought Iron and Gilt Metal Floor Lamp, early 20th century

Italian Rococo Style Wrought Iron and Gilt Metal Floor Lamp, early 20th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

having a flower shaped top of gilt metal atop a square iron shaft, the base and upside down gilt metal flower sitting within an iron ring, height measured to top of shade

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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

Large Eight-Light Ring Torch Chandelier in Gilt Wrought Iron, 1940s
Large Eight-Light Ring Torch Chandelier in Gilt Wrought Iron, 1940s

Large Eight-Light Ring Torch Chandelier in Gilt Wrought Iron, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Ring Chandelier with Eight Torch Lights, Wrought Iron, Spain, 1930s Outstanding large wrought gilt iron ring chandelier with 8 torch arms and central glass light diffuser.

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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron

Spanish Colonial 1900s 12-Light Iron Chandelier with Ring and Dark Patina
Spanish Colonial 1900s 12-Light Iron Chandelier with Ring and Dark Patina

Spanish Colonial 1900s 12-Light Iron Chandelier with Ring and Dark Patina

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Spanish Colonial iron chandelier from the early 20th century, with 12 arms and central ring.

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Early 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

Antique Berlin Iron Signet Ring, Circa 1810, Neoclassical Design
Antique Berlin Iron Signet Ring, Circa 1810, Neoclassical Design

Antique Berlin Iron Signet Ring, Circa 1810, Neoclassical Design

Located in Firenze, IT

The ring, made of iron and dated around the first decade of the nineteenth century, has an engraved family crest of difficult attribution.

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Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Berlin Iron

Berlin Iron Signet Ring with Cast of Faithful Dog and Band of Laurel Leaves
Berlin Iron Signet Ring with Cast of Faithful Dog and Band of Laurel Leaves

Berlin Iron Signet Ring with Cast of Faithful Dog and Band of Laurel Leaves

Located in Baltimore, MD

Historic signet ring of Berlin iron, engraved with the symbol of fidelity and loyalty, a loyal dog lifting his paw and looking upwards at his human.

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1830s German Georgian Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Berlin Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Medieval Style Fireback with Horizontal Lapping and Rings
19th Century Cast Iron Medieval Style Fireback with Horizontal Lapping and Rings

19th Century Cast Iron Medieval Style Fireback with Horizontal Lapping and Rings

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of textured, large iron rings can be seen near the top of the slightly raised vertical plates that make up the edges of the fireback.

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19th Century French Medieval Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Cast Iron Signet Ring Bouquet of Flowers and Fruit in Vase
Antique Cast Iron Signet Ring Bouquet of Flowers and Fruit in Vase

Antique Cast Iron Signet Ring Bouquet of Flowers and Fruit in Vase

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This unusual cast Iron signet ring features a finely designed bouquet of fruits and flowers in a high footed vase.

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1830s German Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Steel

Oak barrel/planter, circa 1920
Oak barrel/planter, circa 1920

Oak barrel/planter, circa 1920

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

The barrel is reinforced with iron rings. Can be used, for example, as a planter.

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1920s French Industrial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wrought Iron

Oak barrel/planter, circa 1920
Oak barrel/planter, circa 1920

Oak barrel/planter, circa 1920

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

The barrel is reinforced with iron rings. Can be used, for example, as a planter.

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1920s French Industrial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wrought Iron

Oak barrel/planter, circa 1920
Oak barrel/planter, circa 1920

Oak barrel/planter, circa 1920

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

The barrel is reinforced with iron rings. Can be used, for example, as a planter.

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1920s French Industrial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wrought Iron

19Thc Leather Covered Wood Bucket
19Thc Leather Covered Wood Bucket

19Thc Leather Covered Wood Bucket

$772Sale Price|20% Off

19Thc Leather Covered Wood Bucket

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This amazing make do bucket is cow skin covered over a hand carved wood insert.There is a iron ring for holding the container .

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Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Leather

Painted Chest of Drawers, England 1790
Painted Chest of Drawers, England 1790

Painted Chest of Drawers, England 1790

Located in Culver City, CA

England, 1790 Painted chest of drawers with worn blue finish, twisted corner columns, and original iron ring pulls. 45”w x 20.5”d x 37”h Ref. CFRN1436 $ 7,900

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1790s English Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wood

A French Six-Light Iron Chandelier upcycled from a 19th C. Spit-Jack
A French Six-Light Iron Chandelier upcycled from a 19th C. Spit-Jack

A French Six-Light Iron Chandelier upcycled from a 19th C. Spit-Jack

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rigid link with twist detail connects each far end of the spit-jack to the top, connected by a decorative circular iron ring. This forged-iron chandelier has a beautifully aged pat...

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19th Century French Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of 19th Century French Cast Iron Urns
Pair of 19th Century French Cast Iron Urns

Pair of 19th Century French Cast Iron Urns

Located in Atlanta, GA

Each urn is adorned with lion head motifs on opposite sides, a symbol of strength and grandeur, holding cast iron rings that enhance their decorative charm. The rich, aged patina on ...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

Primitive storage barrel/vase, circa 1900
Primitive storage barrel/vase, circa 1900

Primitive storage barrel/vase, circa 1900

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

The item is reinforced with two iron rings. Circa 1900.

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Early 20th Century Hungarian Industrial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Chinese cast iron temple bath with script
Early 19th Century Chinese cast iron temple bath with script

Early 19th Century Chinese cast iron temple bath with script

Located in Martlesham, GB

An early 19th Century Chinese cast iron temple bath from the Qing dynasty (1644–1912) Featuring repoussé lotus motifs and floral designs along the sides, having the original four c...

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1840s Chinese Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Selette
French 19th Century Selette

French 19th Century Selette

Located in Round Top, TX

Wonderfully crafted from a trunk of oak with an iron ring. A perfect cocktail table for any rustic environment.

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Late 19th Century French Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Four-Light Floor Lamp
Early 20th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Four-Light Floor Lamp

Early 20th Century French Gothic Forged Iron Four-Light Floor Lamp

Located in Dallas, TX

Forged in the Gothic tradition, the candelabra lamp features a tall iron stem with a subtle twist at the center, rising to a four-light cluster with decorative bobeches and hanging i...

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Early 20th Century French Gothic Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Painted Commode Chest
19th Century French Painted Commode Chest

19th Century French Painted Commode Chest

Located in Bradenton, FL

Features black and gray marble top, four drawers with iron ring pulls, standing on bun feet. Wonderful old worn chippy painted patina.

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wood

French Louis XV Period Shaped Walnut 1-Drawer Table, mid 18th century
French Louis XV Period Shaped Walnut 1-Drawer Table, mid 18th century

French Louis XV Period Shaped Walnut 1-Drawer Table, mid 18th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

having a rectangular top with rounded corners and molded edges atop a conforming case housing one drawer with an iron ring pull the case with a shaped and carved apron and raised on ...

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Mid-18th Century French Rococo Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Walnut

18th Century English Oak Coffer
18th Century English Oak Coffer

18th Century English Oak Coffer

Located in Nantucket, MA

18th Century English Oak Coffer with iron ring hinge, iron lockplate (no key), and bootjack legs.

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Late 18th Century English Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

Georgian Fireside Down-Hearth Skillet Brass Copper Cast Iron Pan English C1810
Georgian Fireside Down-Hearth Skillet Brass Copper Cast Iron Pan English C1810

Georgian Fireside Down-Hearth Skillet Brass Copper Cast Iron Pan English C1810

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

The heavy gauge brass pan is fixed to a wrought iron ring with dome-headed copper rivets, the handle raised on a stand to help it rest of the hearth.

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron

French 19th century Renaissance st. Wrought Iron and Stained Glass lantern
French 19th century Renaissance st. Wrought Iron and Stained Glass lantern

French 19th century Renaissance st. Wrought Iron and Stained Glass lantern

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A high quality and most decorative French 19th century Renaissance st. Wrought Iron and Stained Glass lantern. This beautiful six window lantern is centered around the bottom finial ...

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19th Century French Renaissance Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wrought Iron

Chinese Well Bucket, c. 1900
Chinese Well Bucket, c. 1900

Chinese Well Bucket, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Beautifully aged with a warm patina, this Qing-dynasty bucket draws attention to the ingenuity of its manufacture, consisting of staves of cypress bound with iron rings. Authenticall...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

Arts & Crafts Mission Stickley Brothers Two Door Oak Bookcase C1910
Arts & Crafts Mission Stickley Brothers Two Door Oak Bookcase C1910

Arts & Crafts Mission Stickley Brothers Two Door Oak Bookcase C1910

By Stickley Brothers

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Divided glass panels and a iron ring pull. Signed on the back. Three shelves which are adjustable in height.

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1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Glass, Oak

Italian Mid-18th Century Louis XVI Period Wall Mounted Open Winged Giltwood Swan
Italian Mid-18th Century Louis XVI Period Wall Mounted Open Winged Giltwood Swan

Italian Mid-18th Century Louis XVI Period Wall Mounted Open Winged Giltwood Swan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The charming swan which has a gilt iron ring in its beak has wonderful details throughout its feathers and wonderful expression.

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18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of Italian Louis XIV Period Dark Walnut & Upholstered Poltrone, ca. 1700
Pair of Italian Louis XIV Period Dark Walnut & Upholstered Poltrone, ca. 1700

Pair of Italian Louis XIV Period Dark Walnut & Upholstered Poltrone, ca. 1700

Located in Atlanta, GA

Having slightly leaning rectangular backrests, one curiously with two very small iron rings on its back, with shaped arms and downturned handles with turned arm supports, the tight u...

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Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Walnut

Fragment of a Lion made of Sandstone, 17th Century
Fragment of a Lion made of Sandstone, 17th Century

Fragment of a Lion made of Sandstone, 17th Century

Located in Greding, DE

There is an iron ring on the back. The lion was subsequently mounted on a three-pass sandstone base with an iron rod.

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17th Century German Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Sandstone

19th century large copper cooking vessel
19th century large copper cooking vessel

19th century large copper cooking vessel

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Good quality large cooking vessel made from copper with iron ring handles. Ideal for use today for a log bin, hallway storage or perhaps conversion to form a unusual sink.

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Copper

Vintage adjustable architect's swivel drafting stool
Vintage adjustable architect's swivel drafting stool

Vintage adjustable architect's swivel drafting stool

Located in Zemst, BE

Vintage adjustable architect's swivel drafting stool Swivel chair or stool made in full beech wood. Finished with an iron ring around the legs to enforce the legs. Just this ring gi...

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Early 20th Century Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Beech

Pair of 19th Century English Cast Iron Lamps with Spiral Columns, US Wired
Pair of 19th Century English Cast Iron Lamps with Spiral Columns, US Wired

Pair of 19th Century English Cast Iron Lamps with Spiral Columns, US Wired

Located in Atlanta, GA

Each piece retains the distinctive square midsection fitted with an iron ring — a functional feature in its original context and now a striking decorative detail.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

Pair 19th Cent Chinese Gansu Red-Painted Cabinets w Polychrome Floral Decoration
Pair 19th Cent Chinese Gansu Red-Painted Cabinets w Polychrome Floral Decoration

Pair 19th Cent Chinese Gansu Red-Painted Cabinets w Polychrome Floral Decoration

Located in Troy, MI

Hardware throughout consists of brass escutcheon plates with iron ring pulls. The plain-boarded natural wood interior includes one removable shelf.

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Ancient Greek Rock Crystal Gold Ring 2nd Century BC
Large Ancient Greek Rock Crystal Gold Ring 2nd Century BC

Large Ancient Greek Rock Crystal Gold Ring 2nd Century BC

Located in Chicago, IL

Metal analysis: 88.92% gold, 7.75% silver, 2.91% copper, 0.42% iron. Approximate ring size 7.5  (18 mm) According to the book Rings of the Ancient World by Jeffrey Spier and Jack...

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15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Carnelian, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Travel Box / Chest with Original Paint
Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Travel Box / Chest with Original Paint

Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Travel Box / Chest with Original Paint

Located in Boden, SE

Later hard ware from Empire time. An iron ring on one side is missing. The box was used to store valuables during travels.

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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Pine

Large French Directoire Period Traveling Secretary Desk
Large French Directoire Period Traveling Secretary Desk

Large French Directoire Period Traveling Secretary Desk

Located in Pembroke, MA

The interior has some of the original drawers, one of which locks with a key, and the leather-faced cartonniers are recent. There are forged iron rings on each side for carrying the ...

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Late 18th Century French Directoire Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Brass, Iron

Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900
Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900

Chinese Round Grain Container with Offering Fruits, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

The lidded container has a rounded body with a short footed base, constructed of elmwood staves bound with iron rings. Darkened to a red-brown finish, the bucket is decorated with pa...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

20th Century French Provencal Pine Dining Room Table - Antique Farmhouse Table
20th Century French Provencal Pine Dining Room Table - Antique Farmhouse Table

20th Century French Provencal Pine Dining Room Table - Antique Farmhouse Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The rectangular conference table has a natural top and a distressed wood base, standing on four square, white washed patina legs, supported by a long central and two cross beams, sta...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Pink Spanish Chest of Drawers
A Pair of Pink Spanish Chest of Drawers

A Pair of Pink Spanish Chest of Drawers

$7,335Sale Price / set|20% Off

A Pair of Pink Spanish Chest of Drawers

Located in Faversham, GB

Each draw is complemented with iron ring pulls and faux escutcheons. Raised on arrow feet and supported with pine backboards.

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Mid-19th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique Spanish Carved Light Walnut Wood Console Table with Three Drawers
Antique Spanish Carved Light Walnut Wood Console Table with Three Drawers

Antique Spanish Carved Light Walnut Wood Console Table with Three Drawers

Located in Miami, FL

Its traditional design features three front drawers with wrought-iron ring pulls, as well as sturdy turned legs that reflect the craftsmanship characteristic of Spanish furniture.

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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Walnut

Mizuya Tansu Japanese Cabinet, Japan, 19th Century
Mizuya Tansu Japanese Cabinet, Japan, 19th Century

Mizuya Tansu Japanese Cabinet, Japan, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

The refined joinery and iron ring pulls highlight the understated artistry of Japanese cabinetry.

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19th Century Japanese Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wood

Spanish Console Table with Turned Legs and Carved Drawers, Early 20th Century
Spanish Console Table with Turned Legs and Carved Drawers, Early 20th Century

Spanish Console Table with Turned Legs and Carved Drawers, Early 20th Century

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant Spanish console table crafted in solid wood, featuring turned legs and two finely hand-carved drawers with original iron ring pulls. The drawer fronts display geometric and l...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Revival Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Copper Pot With Ring Handles
19th Century Copper Pot With Ring Handles

19th Century Copper Pot With Ring Handles

Located in High Point, NC

A beautifully timeworn hand-hammered copper pot, shaped with a sculptural, rounded profile and fitted with forged iron ring handles. Its surface reveals a rich, earthen palette of de...

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19th Century Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Copper

Korean Large Elm Wood Cabinet/Chest
Korean Large Elm Wood Cabinet/Chest

Korean Large Elm Wood Cabinet/Chest

$2,200Sale Price|20% Off

Korean Large Elm Wood Cabinet/Chest

Located in Guaynabo, PR

Each one has hinged doors decorated with iron round and rectangular shaped metal pieces. Their doors are locked by iron rings, but there is no key.

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Early 20th Century Korean Han Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Wood

Large 19th C French Antique Verdigris Chocolate Vat Garden Element Large Planter
Large 19th C French Antique Verdigris Chocolate Vat Garden Element Large Planter

Large 19th C French Antique Verdigris Chocolate Vat Garden Element Large Planter

Located in New York, NY

The pot has a heavy rusted iron ring attached to its base, probably used to anchor the pot in the chocolate making process.

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19th Century French Industrial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Copper, Iron

French Provincial Rustic Buffet Cabinet in Solid Wood, Circa 1900
French Provincial Rustic Buffet Cabinet in Solid Wood, Circa 1900

French Provincial Rustic Buffet Cabinet in Solid Wood, Circa 1900

Located in Houston, TX

Constructed from solid wood with a richly aged patina, the piece features a full-width upper drawer fitted with iron ring pulls above a pair of lower cupboard compartments with origi...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Iron

18th Century Solid Walnut Spanish Side Table
18th Century Solid Walnut Spanish Side Table

18th Century Solid Walnut Spanish Side Table

Located in Birmingham, AL

Soundly constructed having a rectangular plank top above a large drawer with original iron ring pull and raised on mortised splayed square legs.

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1740s Spanish Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Walnut

Dutch Oak Corner Cupboard, 18th Century
Dutch Oak Corner Cupboard, 18th Century

Dutch Oak Corner Cupboard, 18th Century

Located in GB

The cupboard has brass knobs to the two doors and an original iron ring to the back by which it can be hung.

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18th Century Dutch Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Oak

19Th Century French Studded Leather Dog Collar With Brass Nameplate
19Th Century French Studded Leather Dog Collar With Brass Nameplate

19Th Century French Studded Leather Dog Collar With Brass Nameplate

Located in London, GB

At the centre sits a substantial wrought‑iron ring for a lead or leash, showing honest oxidation.

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century French Louis XVI Carved Painted Table Console with Faux Marble Top
19th Century French Louis XVI Carved Painted Table Console with Faux Marble Top

19th Century French Louis XVI Carved Painted Table Console with Faux Marble Top

Located in Dallas, TX

The console features three drawers across the front dressed with iron ring handles, and the surface with expanded corners is embellished with a faux marble top in the grey and white ...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Iron Ring

Materials

Oak

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Antique Iron Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique iron ring for your home. Frequently made of metal, iron and wrought iron, every antique iron ring was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the antique iron ring you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique iron ring, those designed in Industrial, Victorian and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. Brendan Bass each produced at least one beautiful antique iron ring that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Iron Ring?

An antique iron ring can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,615, while the lowest priced sells for $215 and the highest can go for as much as $20,464.
Questions About Antique Iron Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if wrought iron is an antique, first check to see if there are any maker's marks on the piece. By researching these marks using trusted online resources, you can typically determine who produced a piece of furniture and when they were active and producing furnishings similar to yours. If the company was in business and crafting similar pieces 100 years ago or more, then the wrought iron table, chair or other item may be an antique. However, if the business opened recently or the style was offered more recently than a century ago, your item is likely not antique. If you cannot locate a maker's mark, inspect your furniture closely. Antique pieces often show signs of handcrafting, such as slight imperfections or irregularities. Also, antique wrought iron often has signs of wear, such as pitting in the metal or scratches due to age. If you're still uncertain whether your item is antique, you can ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to date it. Shop an assortment of antique wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Antique 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Yes, 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.
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    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2023
    Yes, 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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    You can buy antique rings online from a number of trusted platforms, including 1stDibs. Popular antique pieces on these platforms include band rings, signet rings, engagement rings, cocktail rings, wedding rings and more. The vast options for online ring shopping bring centuries of styles from across the globe to you, including rings made with precious metals like gold and silver and gemstones like diamonds, pearls, rubies, sapphires and garnets. Explore a wide range of antique rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The 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, 2024
    The 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.