Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
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Magnificent Art Deco Tutti Frutti Diamond Platinum Carved Ruby Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Art Deco Tutti Frutti Diamond, Platinum, Carved Ruby wide band ring 20th century This spectacular Art Deco ring features round cut, baguette and trilliant cut diamonds, a...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
New 9.32 Carat Amethyst & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love the beautiful color of the stone in this ring. The ring is a size 7.25 and just stunning. The main stone is a fancy cut oval cut amethyst stone and is carats. It measu...
Amethyst, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
New 8.62 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 7. The stone is a square baguette cut Aquamarine and is 8.62 carats. It measures 13.7 x 13.7 x 7 mm and flanked by several diamond cut light purple sapphires. It...
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
New 3-Stone 4.48 Carat Pink Sapphire Rose Gold Plated Sterling Ring Size 6.25
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is just stunning! It is a size 6.25. It has 3 pink sapphires that total 4.48 cts. The middle oval cut stone is 10.2 x 8 mm and the 2 smaller side stones are 7.2 x 5 mm....
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 10k Yellow Gold 71 Diamond Cluster Star Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful ring! The ring is a size 7. It has 17 brilliant cut diamonds and to my best estimate total .35 carats. The design is art deco and it is just beautiful. It is s...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
New 8.6 Carat Violet Sapphire & Diamond Cut Sapphire Y Gold PL 925 Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This is an amazing ring. The ring is a size 6.25. It is a beautiful fancy cut oval stone and is 8.65 carats. It is a very high quality stone. It measures 13.3 x 10.7 mm and is su...
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
New 7.26 Carat Forest Green Tourmaline & Diamond Cut Sapphire 925 Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This is an amazing ring. The ring is a size 6.5. It is a beautiful fancy cut round stone and is 14.90 carats. It is a very high quality stone. It measures 12.2 mm and is surround...
Sapphire, Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver
New 4.30 Carat Citrine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 7.5
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is just beautifully cut and exquisite. It is a Golden Yellow Citrine stone and is 4.30 carats. It is a fancy cut oval stone and measures 12 x 10 mm and is surrounded by di...
Citrine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Handmade 14k Yellow Gold .30 Carat Diamond Brutalist Modernist Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful and unique ring! The ring is a size 6.5. It has 1 brilliant cut diamond measuring 4.045 mm and to my best estimate total .30 carats. It appears to be a very nice...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
New 10.32 Carat Lagoon Blue Tourmaline & White Sapphire Y Gold Pl Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is really gorgeous. The ring is a size 6.75. It has a beautiful baguette cut lagoon blue tourmaline stone and is 10.32 cts. It is a very high quality stone. It measures ...
Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Platinum 1920s Original Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Across Finger Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring Platinum Circa 1920s A striking Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring crafted in platinum, showcasing the bold geometry and refined elegance that defines the Ar...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ring - 18K Yellow - 1.51ct. - Natural diamond - IGI
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning ring features a unique design with natural diamond, totaling 1.51 carats, set in lustrous 18kt yellow gold. The yellow gold band adds a touch of sophistication to the d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring - 14K Yellow - 1.03ct. - Natural diamond - IGI
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning ring features a unique design with natural diamond, totaling 1.03 carats, set in lustrous 14kt yellow gold. The yellow gold band adds a touch of sophistication to the d...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Ring - 18K White - 3.20ct. - Natural diamond - IGI
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning ring features a unique design with natural diamond, totaling 3.20 carats, set in lustrous 18kt white gold. The white gold band adds a touch of sophistication to the des...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$800Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Italian Milor Chubby / Puffy Ring Size 6
Located in Eagan, MN
This appears to be a rare find. The puffy jewelry is really in style right now and they go fast. Crafted in 14k Yellow High-Polish Gold by Milor Italy, this ring boasts elegance an...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant Art Deco Gold Double Knot Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Pink and White Gold Entwined Knot Ring from the 1930's. Handmade with 14k rose gold and sterling silver wire. Timeless design suitable for anyone. Size 4.5-5.
Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
1929 Ring 1ct Blue Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold / ØUS6.5 /1.85gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period German Sapphire and Diamonds Ring with parts in solid 18K Gold and Platinum. Hallmarked 18K , marks of German maker, Swedish import marks, imported in 1929 ( year ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Original Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Introducing an exquisite original Art Deco Target Ring, a true testament to timeless elegance. This stunning piece ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Platinum French Stamped, Emerald & Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring Platinum French Stamped Circa 1930s A striking example of true Art Deco elegance, this authentic 1930s platinum ring showcases a beautifully ba...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 2.47 Carat Stacked Diamond Ring Size 9 - with Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a beautiful diamond ring and the diamonds are just spectacular!. There are 19 brilliant cut prong set diamonds that total 2.47 carats. They measure between 3.10 and 3....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade 14k Yellow Gold Natural 3.36 Carat Turquoise Ring Size 6.25
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful and unique ring! This ring is pre-owned but in beautiful condition. The ring is a size 6.25. It is can be resized at your jeweler. I do not resize the rings. It ...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1917 Ring natural 0.75ct Green Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS5 / 1 gr.
Located in SE
A Ring from the distant Art- Deco period, the band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with a bezel set oval cut natural Green Sapphire of oval cut 6.5 mm x 5 mm x 2.8 mm deep / ca. 0.75 ct. Gr...
Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ring Set - 18K White - 9.75ct - Natural diamond - IGI
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning set of two rings features a unique design with natural diamonds, totaling 9.75 carats, set in lustrous 18kt white gold. The white gold band adds a touch of sophisticati...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring, Calibré-Cut Ruby Panel, circa 1930´s
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A striking and finely composed Art Deco ring, dating to circa 1930´s, showcasing a richly coloured natural ruby set within an elegant geometric platinum mount. At its centre rests a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Ring natural 0.5ct Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.5 /2.3gr
Located in SE
Beautiful German Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. Ca. 1900s - 1930s , hallmarked 765. Openwork Crown : 9.3 mm x 8.5mm x 4.3mm deep. Bezel set natural Blue ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1912 Alliance Ring natural 0.32ctw Ruby Pearl solid 18K Gold Ø US 7 / 1.9 gr
Located in SE
Antique Alliance Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with four claw set natural Rubies of old Diamond cut and a half -pearl in the middle. Swedish customs hallmarks, 18K, Year c...
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Platinum, Art Deco Style Calibrated Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Emerald Target Ring Platinum Circa 2000 A striking Art Deco–style ring showcasing timeless elegance and bold geometric design. Crafted in luxurious platinum, this statement piece...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Ring 0.65ct Sapphire 0.2 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø3.75 US/ 2gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Sapphire and Diamonds Ring,hand - made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Band and part of openwork crown in solid 18 ct Yellow Gold with face and clusters in Platinum. Likely German, h...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Set in 18K Gold, natural, Mozambique Ruby, Black Onyx & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Ruby & Black Onyx Engagement Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ruby is 1.13 carats. The Ruby is...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Halo Ring 0.7ct Sapphire 1ctw Diamonds solid 18K Rose Gold Ø8US/ 2.85gr
Located in SE
Halo Ring in solid 18K Rose Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 10 natural Diamonds. European, hand - made ca. 1900s -1920s. Not hallmarked, metal tested solid 18K Gold. Gold alloy ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Gold Black Onyx and Pink Opal Round Beads Rubies Black Diamonds Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and elegant Art Deco Style ring composed of a flat oval ring in solid 14 Kt yellow gold with 3 round black onyx beads with small faceted rubies set on one side and 3 pink op...
Black Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
German Men Signet Ring 5ct. Blood stone solid 14K Gold ØUS12 / 4.55gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring in solid 14K Yellow Gold with plain divided shoulders and bezel set Blood - stone, color is dark Green color with red dots, measures 11mm x 10.5mm x 2.7mm deep / ca. 5ct ...
Other, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
Toi et Moi Amethyst and Sterling Silver Ring Size 6
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage ring is sterling silver with 2 oval cut 5x7mm amethyst gemstones. The face of this ring measures 3/8 of an inch north to south with a rise of 5mm off the finge...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Antique 18ct and Platinum, Edwardian era Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond & Sapphire Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 An exquisite Edwardian era ring, beautifully crafted in 18ct yellow gold and platinum, dating to the early 20th century. T...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Platinum, Edwardian era Sapphire & Diamond Oval Halo Cluster ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond & Sapphire Ring Platinum Circa 1910 An exquisite Edwardian-era ring crafted in platinum, showcasing the era’s signature elegance, symmetry, and fine detail. At the ce...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 14K 5.02 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 14K 5.02 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* GIA-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 5.02 ct set on a 14K yellow gold Art Deco design b...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Art Deco European Cut Diamond Platinum Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Orlando, FL
Original Art Deco Diamond Ring in Platinum – European & Old Mine Cut Diamonds A beautifully preserved original Art Deco diamond ring crafted in platinum, showcasing the geometri...
Diamond, Platinum
Unusual Tricolor Gold Rolling Ring
Located in New York, NY
Tricolor Rolling Ring in 14k gold from the 1940's. Tiny size with 3 bands in white, pink and green gold. Unusual colors. Marked 14k , Maker DFS. Size 4.5-5. Great stackable.
14k Gold, Gold
Set in 18K Rose Gold, Kunzite, Black Onyx & Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Kunzite & Black Onyx Engagement Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Kunzite is 7.24 carats. The weight of t...
Diamond, Kunzite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Gold Black Onyx and Pink Opal Round Beads Rubies Black Diamonds Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and elegant Art Deco Style ring composed of a flat oval ring in solid 14 Kt yellow gold with 3 round black onyx beads with small faceted rubies set on one side and 3 pink op...
Black Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvorra Art Deco Inspired Emerald Stripe & Diamond Pavé Dome Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This dazzling emerald and diamond ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, showcasing a striking arrangement of square cut emeralds in mixed sizes. With a total gemstone weight of 0.8...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Silvorra Retro Inspired Emerald May Gemstone & Diamond Signet Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This bold emerald and diamond statement signet ring showcases a vibrant round cut emerald measuring approximately 5 mm, with a total gemstone weight of 0.55 carats. The richly hued c...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$240Sale Price|20% Off
New 2.75 Carat Citrine & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 7.5
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Sri Lanka and is just beautifully cut and exquisite. It is a Golden Yellow Citrine stone and is 2.75 carats. It is a fancy cut oval stone and measures 9.5 x 8.5 mm...
Citrine, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ring - 18K Yellow - 3.16ct. - Natural diamond - IGI
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning ring features a unique design with natural diamond, totaling 3.16 carats, set in lustrous 18kt yellow gold. The yellow gold band adds a touch of sophistication to the d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New 5.50 Carat Sapphire & Diamond Cut Sapphire 14k White Gold PL Ring Size 7.5
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 7.5. The stone is from Sri Lanka. It is a beautiful oval cut stone and is 5.50 carats. It is a very high-quality stone. It measures 11.5 x 9.6 mm and is surround...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, White Gold
Silvorra Art Deco Inspired 1.58ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 1.58 carats emerald cluster ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver and showcases a captivating octagon cut emerald at its center measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm. Surrou...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Ring, circa 1920s
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Ring, circa 1920s A rare and elegant Art Deco emerald and diamond ring dating from the 1920s, featuring a striking shield-shaped design with refi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Silvorra Art Deco Style 1.05ct Vivid Green Emerald & Diamond Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This stunning 1.05 carat octagon cut emerald and diamond ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring an emerald measuring approximately 5 x 7 mm at the center. The deep green g...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ring - 18K Yellow - 2.51ct - Natural diamond - IGI
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning ring features a unique design with natural diamond, totaling 2.51 carats, set in lustrous 18kt yellow gold. The yellow gold band adds a touch of sophistication to the d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold 1920s Art Deco Octagonal Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Art Deco Aquamarine Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1920s Introducing a stunning 18ct yellow gold ring from the glamorous 1920s, epitomising the elegance of the Art Deco era. This e...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI 14K 6.60 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 6.60 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 6.60 ct set on a 14K yellow gold Art Deco desig...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI 18K 6.83 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 6.83 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 6.83 ct set on an 18K white gold Art Deco desig...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ring natural 1.75ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold / ØUS 7.75 /2.8gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period Sapphire and Diamonds Ring made between ca. 1920 - 1940s. No hallmarks,metal tested solid 18K Gold. Crown is 10 mm x 9.6 mm x 4.25 mm deep with top in White Gold ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold, Diamond, & Camphor Glass Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco white gold, diamond, and camphor glass ring. In 14 karat white gold. With camphor glass cabochon in a filigree setting with a small single cut, center-set d...
Diamond, White Gold
IGI 18K 3.22 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 3.22 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 3.22 ct set on an 18K white gold Art Deco desig...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
IGI 14K 3.67 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 3.67 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 3.67 ct set on a 14K white gold Art Deco design...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
ART DECO ring with old European and single cut diamonds up to 2.30ct platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
ART DECO Platinum ring set with old European cut diamonds up to 2.20ct – N/O – VS/SI – and single cut diamonds up to 0.10ct – F/G – VS/SI – ring size U.S. U.S. 9.25 – EU. 19.25(60) ...
Diamond, Platinum
Ring - 18K Yellow - 3.01ct - Natural diamond - IGI
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning ring features a unique design with natural diamonds, totaling 3.01 carats, set in lustrous 18kt yellow gold. The yellow gold band adds a touch of sophistication to the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Platinum Diamond, Calibre Ruby Plaque Ring, Old European Diamond
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A striking Art Deco style platinum plaque ring centred by a captivating Old European Cut diamond weighing approximately 0.57 carats, within an intricate geometric openwork design hig...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco 2.05 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this vintage beauty!! Ring Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Head Height: 4.8mm Head Width: 5.8mm Shank Width: Tapering to 1.2mm Weight: 3.7 Grams F...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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