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Rose Gold Locket Ring
Rose Gold Locket Ring

Rose Gold Locket Ring

Located in Austin, TX

Victorian Era locket ring in 15k rose gold. Secret compartment for lock of hair or perhaps a bit

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Antique Georgian Serpent Locket Ring
Antique Georgian Serpent Locket Ring

Antique Georgian Serpent Locket Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

An incredible Georgian locket ring. The head is modelled as a purse, with tiny pearls set into the

Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold

Rare Victorian 18 Karat Gold and Diamond MIZPAH Locket Ring
Rare Victorian 18 Karat Gold and Diamond MIZPAH Locket Ring

Rare Victorian 18 Karat Gold and Diamond MIZPAH Locket Ring

Located in Boston, Lincolnshire

A Rare Victorian 18 Carat Gold and Diamond MIZPAH locket ring. English origin. Size M UK, 6.5 US

Category

1890s British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Poison Locket Ring, Chester, 1907
Antique Edwardian Poison Locket Ring, Chester, 1907

Antique Edwardian Poison Locket Ring, Chester, 1907

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This 9ct Edwardian Yellow Gold poison locket ring is so mysterious. A decorative concealment for a

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

9k Gold

Black Enamel Memorial Locket Ring
Black Enamel Memorial Locket Ring

Black Enamel Memorial Locket Ring

Located in New York, NY

C.1831. Black enamel memorial ring with a center locket. This 18k gold mourning ring has a

Category

1830s British Antique Locket Ring

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Edwardian RC Monogram Locket Ring
Edwardian RC Monogram Locket Ring

Edwardian RC Monogram Locket Ring

Located in Brooklyn, NY

shoulders. This classic and staid style of ring is made special by its discreet locket face. The locket has

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1910s British Edwardian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Georgian Cabochon Regard Locket Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1800
Antique Georgian Cabochon Regard Locket Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1800

Antique Georgian Cabochon Regard Locket Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1800

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A lovely antique Regard locket ring from the Georgian era, Circa 1800. The cluster of colourful

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Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Pansy Locket Ring
Victorian Turquoise Pearl Pansy Locket Ring

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Pansy Locket Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

This pretty antique ring is set with natural turquoise and pearls (and a tiny rose cut diamond in

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

1920s Aquamarine Gold Portrait Locket Ring
1920s Aquamarine Gold Portrait Locket Ring

1920s Aquamarine Gold Portrait Locket Ring

Located in Middleton, WI

portrait is done in enamel and the back of the ring is hinged and flips open much like a locket. This

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1920s Art Deco Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Garnet Pearl Cluster Diamond Gold Locket Ring
Garnet Pearl Cluster Diamond Gold Locket Ring

Garnet Pearl Cluster Diamond Gold Locket Ring

Located in New York, NY

each shoulder. The 15K gold ring's underside has a hidden locket compartment.

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, White Diamond, 15k Gold

Victorian Diamond "Forget-Me-Not" Heart Locket Ring
Victorian Diamond "Forget-Me-Not" Heart Locket Ring

Victorian Diamond "Forget-Me-Not" Heart Locket Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A cool Victorian mourning ring, the head modelled as a heart with hinged top allowing the front to

Category

1880s English Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Early Victorian Blue Enamel Pearl Locket Ring
Antique Early Victorian Blue Enamel Pearl Locket Ring

Antique Early Victorian Blue Enamel Pearl Locket Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

An elegant early Victorian ring set with diagonal bands of natural seed pearls alternating with

Category

Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Turquoise and Pearl Gold Cluster Locket Ring
Antique Turquoise and Pearl Gold Cluster Locket Ring

Antique Turquoise and Pearl Gold Cluster Locket Ring

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

The Pearls and Turquoise used in this ring have been arranged to resemble a floral shape, with

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19th Century British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Antique Mid-Victorian Chased Locket Signet Ring
Antique Mid-Victorian Chased Locket Signet Ring

Antique Mid-Victorian Chased Locket Signet Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A wonderful quality locket signet ring modelled in 15k gold. The back of the head features an

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Late Victorian in Memory of Locket Mourning Ring
Antique Late Victorian in Memory of Locket Mourning Ring

Antique Late Victorian in Memory of Locket Mourning Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A superb antique memorial ring dating from the late 19th Century. It’s finished in intricate black

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Heart Ring Darling Locket Dated 1894
Antique Victorian Diamond Heart Ring Darling Locket Dated 1894

Antique Victorian Diamond Heart Ring Darling Locket Dated 1894

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

feature of the ring is a secret locket which opens from the front with the word ‘DARLING’ hidden

Category

1890s British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Turquoise Diamond Ring Locket Back, circa 1830
Antique Georgian Turquoise Diamond Ring Locket Back, circa 1830

Antique Georgian Turquoise Diamond Ring Locket Back, circa 1830

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

. Old cut Diamonds are known to dance by candle light. The underside of the ring has a locket

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1830s British Georgian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl, Ruby and Emerald Ring with Concealed Hair Locket
Victorian Pearl, Ruby and Emerald Ring with Concealed Hair Locket

Victorian Pearl, Ruby and Emerald Ring with Concealed Hair Locket

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This lovely, feminine mid 19th century ring features a four-petaled floral cluster composed of

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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Large Gold Locket Faced Ring with Hair Work, Engraved 1860
Antique Large Gold Locket Faced Ring with Hair Work, Engraved 1860

Antique Large Gold Locket Faced Ring with Hair Work, Engraved 1860

Located in Danvers, MA

. Crafted of gold testing between 10K and 14K, the ring features a large oval shaped locket containing

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1860s British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Gold

Victorian Locket Backed Moonstone and Old Cushion Diamond Cluster Ring in Gold
Victorian Locket Backed Moonstone and Old Cushion Diamond Cluster Ring in Gold

Victorian Locket Backed Moonstone and Old Cushion Diamond Cluster Ring in Gold

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

An absolutely stunning and unusual locket backed antique ring hand crafted in the Victorian era

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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold

Victorian Locket Backed Moonstone and Old Cushion Diamond Cluster Ring in Gold
Victorian Locket Backed Moonstone and Old Cushion Diamond Cluster Ring in Gold

Victorian Locket Backed Moonstone and Old Cushion Diamond Cluster Ring in Gold

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

An absolutely stunning and unusual locket backed antique ring hand crafted in the Victorian era

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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold

Victorian Locket Backed Moonstone and Old Cushion Diamond Cluster Ring in Gold
Victorian Locket Backed Moonstone and Old Cushion Diamond Cluster Ring in Gold

Victorian Locket Backed Moonstone and Old Cushion Diamond Cluster Ring in Gold

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

An absolutely stunning and unusual locket backed antique ring hand crafted in the Victorian era

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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold

Georgian 15 Carat Gold Flower Locket Seed Pearl & Enamel Circular Cluster Ring
Georgian 15 Carat Gold Flower Locket Seed Pearl & Enamel Circular Cluster Ring

Georgian 15 Carat Gold Flower Locket Seed Pearl & Enamel Circular Cluster Ring

Located in St Helens, GB

A superb George III period cluster ring. SIZE ; M 1/2 UK, 6 1/2 US Sold 15 carat yellow gold ring

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19th Century British George III Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 15k Gold

A rare Victorian Locket Top Almandine Garnet and Rose Diamond Ring.
A rare Victorian Locket Top Almandine Garnet and Rose Diamond Ring.

A rare Victorian Locket Top Almandine Garnet and Rose Diamond Ring.

Located in London, GB

The top is carved from a single piece of Almandine Garnet in the form of a flower head and interspersed with a scattering of Rose Diamonds. The hinged top lifts to show a reccess fo...

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold

George V 18 Carat Gold Portrait Locket Signet Ring, King's Royal Rifle Corps
George V 18 Carat Gold Portrait Locket Signet Ring, King's Royal Rifle Corps

George V 18 Carat Gold Portrait Locket Signet Ring, King's Royal Rifle Corps

By Deakin & Francis

Located in Glasgow, GB

A George V 18 carat yellow gold portrait locket signet ring. The ring has an oval panel to the

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1910s British George V Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Suffragette 18 Carat Ring Garnet Peridot Pearl, circa 1800
Antique Georgian Suffragette 18 Carat Ring Garnet Peridot Pearl, circa 1800

Antique Georgian Suffragette 18 Carat Ring Garnet Peridot Pearl, circa 1800

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

for a locket compartment. The ring is steeped in Georgian history. It shows fabulous all round

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Early 1800s Unknown Georgian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Split Ring with Charms and Heart Locket
Antique Georgian Split Ring with Charms and Heart Locket

Antique Georgian Split Ring with Charms and Heart Locket

Located in Sale, Cheshire

Carnelian Agate MEASUREMENTS Split Ring: 21.2mm diameter Heart Locket: 17.3 x 14.6mm WEIGHT 8.1g MARKS No

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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Carnelian, 15k Gold, 9k Gold

Fabulous Victorian Sterling Aesthetic Locket
Fabulous Victorian Sterling Aesthetic Locket

Fabulous Victorian Sterling Aesthetic Locket

Located in New York, NY

with C ring. Locket 2.5" high to top of bale x 1.25" wide Note photography flash does not fill in

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Enamel Portrait Diamond Locket with Rose Cut Diamonds
Antique Enamel Portrait Diamond Locket with Rose Cut Diamonds

Antique Enamel Portrait Diamond Locket with Rose Cut Diamonds

Located in Danvers, MA

is very special... Crafted of 18K gold (with a 12K gold jump ring) the oval shaped locket features

Category

19th Century British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Locket, Ruby and Pearl Surround, 15 Carat Gold, circa 1890
Antique Victorian Locket, Ruby and Pearl Surround, 15 Carat Gold, circa 1890

Antique Victorian Locket, Ruby and Pearl Surround, 15 Carat Gold, circa 1890

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

pearls set to either side. The top of the locket has a gold ring for adding to a chain. PLEASE NOTE

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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, 9k Gold

Platinum and Diamond SLK Initial Antique Tintype Photo Album Brooch Pin
Platinum and Diamond SLK Initial Antique Tintype Photo Album Brooch Pin

Platinum and Diamond SLK Initial Antique Tintype Photo Album Brooch Pin

Located in Pikesville, MD

larger versions also existed. Some Gems were cut to fit lockets, cufflinks, tiepins, rings and even

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1910s Unknown Aesthetic Movement Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Secret Locket Ring
Victorian Secret Locket Ring

Victorian Secret Locket Ring

Located in New York, NY

A late Victorian secret locket ring. This 18k gold signet ring was engraved with the initials ‘MAM

Category

1890s Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

18k Gold

Enamel and diamond locket ring
Enamel and diamond locket ring

Enamel and diamond locket ring

Located in New York, NY

This striking Victorian ring sets a cross of 7 rose cut diamonds in black enamel and 18K gold

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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Gold Scarab Locket Ring
Antique Gold Scarab Locket Ring

Antique Gold Scarab Locket Ring

Located in London, GB

A substantial and well made Ring, the Scarab top lifts to reveal the Locket. The thick rounded

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Early 1900s American Egyptian Revival Antique Locket Ring

Materials

18k Gold

1890 Victorian 18 Carat Gold Enamel and Seed Pearl Mourning Locket Ring
1890 Victorian 18 Carat Gold Enamel and Seed Pearl Mourning Locket Ring

1890 Victorian 18 Carat Gold Enamel and Seed Pearl Mourning Locket Ring

Located in St Helens, GB

A Victorian period mourning ring. 18 carat gold example. Designed with an oval head with flower

Category

19th Century British Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Rare Enamel Diamond 18k Gold Masked Lady Ring, circa 1800
Rare Enamel Diamond 18k Gold Masked Lady Ring, circa 1800

Rare Enamel Diamond 18k Gold Masked Lady Ring, circa 1800

Located in St. Catharines, ON

quality. For a similar locket ring, circa 1780 with a French inscription, and for a pair of bracelets with

Category

Early 1800s French Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Georgian Locket Memorial Ring
Georgian Locket Memorial Ring

Georgian Locket Memorial Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

This cute antique memorial ring features an eye-shaped front locket compartment. The shoulders

Category

Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

18k Gold

Divine Locket Back Acrostic Dearest Ring
Divine Locket Back Acrostic Dearest Ring

Divine Locket Back Acrostic Dearest Ring

Located in New York, NY

a locket back which would have likely held hair or tiny memento as a ring like this was given as a

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1820s English Early Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 15k Gold

Enamel, Diamond Locket Back Daisy Ring
Enamel, Diamond Locket Back Daisy Ring

Enamel, Diamond Locket Back Daisy Ring

Located in New York, NY

would have been a very personal piece with is hidden locket compartment underneath the head. The ring is

Category

Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

Georgian Garnet Locket Memorial Gold Ring
Georgian Garnet Locket Memorial Gold Ring

Georgian Garnet Locket Memorial Gold Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

This marvellous 18th Century memorial ring features a halo of garnets, around a central locket

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18th Century English George III Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Garnet, 15k Gold

Antique Mid-Victorian Hidden Locket Signet Ring
Antique Mid-Victorian Hidden Locket Signet Ring

Antique Mid-Victorian Hidden Locket Signet Ring

Located in Sale, Cheshire

This incredible signet ring would be beautiful enough, even if it wasn't for the hidden locket

Category

Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Onyx, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Gold Psyche Ring with Hidden Locket
Victorian Gold Psyche Ring with Hidden Locket

Victorian Gold Psyche Ring with Hidden Locket

Located in New York, NY

Just stunning in craftsmanship and condition, this ring is carved in relief creating a contrasting

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1870s British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

18k Gold

Banded Agate Shield Ring with Hidden Locket Compartment
Banded Agate Shield Ring with Hidden Locket Compartment

Banded Agate Shield Ring with Hidden Locket Compartment

Located in New York, NY

shoulders. The agate open to a hidden locket.

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1880s American Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Agate, Gold

Antique Early Victorian Turquoise  Heart Locket Gold Ring
Antique Early Victorian Turquoise  Heart Locket Gold Ring

Antique Early Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Gold Ring

Located in London, GB

single Turquoise and with a glazed locket back. The slender shank is unmarked and tests for 18k Gold

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1830s British Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Unusual Victorian Chalcedony and Black Enamel Locket Mourning Ring 18 Karat Gold
Unusual Victorian Chalcedony and Black Enamel Locket Mourning Ring 18 Karat Gold

Unusual Victorian Chalcedony and Black Enamel Locket Mourning Ring 18 Karat Gold

Located in Lancashire, Oldham

A superb mourning signet ring, chalcedony seal set with a monogram of the letters CSN, the hinged

Category

1860s British Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian, 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Pearl and Turquoise Marquise Cluster Ring
Victorian, 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Pearl and Turquoise Marquise Cluster Ring

Victorian, 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Pearl and Turquoise Marquise Cluster Ring

Located in Rochford, Essex

” (after the flower). What’s even more special about this ring is the secret locket on the back. The wearer

Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pretty Antique Engraved Floral Round Yellow Gold Locket, circa 1900
Pretty Antique Engraved Floral Round Yellow Gold Locket, circa 1900

Pretty Antique Engraved Floral Round Yellow Gold Locket, circa 1900

Located in Lombard, IL

locket has a ring bail and one side has an elaborate engraved floral design. The reverse is inscribed

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Locket Ring

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Russian Imperial-era Gold Turquoise Diamond Locket, St. Petersburg, circa 1900
Russian Imperial-era Gold Turquoise Diamond Locket, St. Petersburg, circa 1900

Russian Imperial-era Gold Turquoise Diamond Locket, St. Petersburg, circa 1900

Located in St. Catharines, ON

. Petersburg, 1899-1908. 1 9/16 in. ( 4 cm.) long including suspension ring; locket measures 1 3/16 x 1 x 1/4

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Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Locket Ring

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Locket Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique locket ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and 15k Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique locket ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating an antique locket ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. An antique locket ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 22, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a rose cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an antique locket ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 37 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Antique Locket Ring?

The price for an antique locket ring starts at $476 and tops out at $15,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,450.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

Questions About Antique Locket Ring
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    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 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.