Turquoise Enamel and Diamond Art Deco Revival Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful finely detailed Art Deco Revival Platinum Cocktail Ring, center securely nestled in 16 Platinum prongs with a Marquis shaped Kelly Green Turquoise with wonderful mat...
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum, Enamel
Art deco inspired , Tanzanite and Diamond ring in platinum
Located in Sydney, NSW
platinum dress ring, narrow, low half round, tapered shank with underrail, split shoulders rubover setting with a halo, polished finish, stamped (PT950). The item contains: One rub ...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Blue Enamel & Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and very beautiful, Art Deco style, Emerald & Enamel Cocktail Engagement Ring set in White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Diamond Filigree Ring of 18k White Gold, Circa 1920-1930
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A refined jewel from the Art Deco era (1920-1930), this vintage engagement ring showcases a .53 carat round brilliant diamond of exceptional quality (F color, SI1 clarity) set in a f...
Diamond, 10k Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Tiffany & Co. sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1925
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Tiffany & Co. sapphire and diamond cluster ring.
Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco .91ct Diamond Platinum Ring GIA I VVS1 Original 1930's-1940's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1930's-1940's Art Deco GIA .91ct Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring Featuring a SPECTACULAR GIA Certified .73ct I VVS1 Round Brilliant Cut Natu...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Star Sapphire and Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, American, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Art Deco star sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.38 Carat Burmese Sapphire 0.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 2.38 carat Burmese sapphire and 0.30 carat diamond, platinum ring; part of our sapphire engagement rings collection.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Brothers Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring, American, circa 1925.
By Oscar Heyman
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring by Oscar Heyman Brothers.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1950s 0.75 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Art Deco Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
$11,440Sale Price|20% Off
1 Carat Colorless Engagement Ring. GIA Old Euro Cut Diamond Ring Platinum D SI2
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certificate Carat Weight: Approx 1-Carats Stone Cut: Old European Cut, Old Mine Cut Stone: Diamond Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Crown Mounting Ring...
Diamond, Platinum
$39,988Sale Price|20% Off
CARTIER Paris Art Deco Enameled Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Gemstone
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Country: Paris, France Period: Art Deco, 1925. Diamonds: Mount in a pave setting, with 24 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, with a total weight of about 0.24 carats, white c...
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx & Diamonds Art Deco Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Opal & Black Onyx Dome Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold
5.60 Turquoise ring with 2.87 carat natural diamond D- F / VS, Statement Rings
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This gorgeous blue Turquoise ring will impress everyone around you. It features a 5.60 carat round shape gemstone, adorned with 2.87 carat natural diamonds. Ring : 18K white gold,...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Art Deco Winged Fancy Color Natural Diamond Ring in 18k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This statement cocktail ring features an Art Deco inspired double-winged open design showcasing emerald-cut natural yellow and pink diamonds at its centers.
Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gol...
1933 Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.50 carat - G color with VS2 clarity Bead set in a square form head pierced with scroll motif profile and flanked by cat...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Cushion 1.18cts Diamond D- VS2 18k Gold Engagement Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning diamond engagement ring is crafted in 18K rose gold. Displaying a prominent four prong set cushion cut GIA certified diamond approx. 0.93 CT, D color, VS2 clarity. Surr...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
art deco design, Ceylon Sapphire, Onyx and Diamonds in 14ct Yellow Gold ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
14ct yellow gold dress ring, narrow, flat ribbed shank with open back, 4 claw setting with diamond and black onyx surround, polished finish. The item contains: One claw set oval sha...
Black Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
William Drummond & Co Art-Deco 0.40ct Old Cut Diamond Solitaire 18K/Plat Ring
By William Drummond
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless Solitaire with Accents design this piece is dating back to an Art-Deco period – c1930’s By prominent Melbourne-based jeweller William Drummond & Co Centrally 8-claw s...
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
$9,199Sale Price|20% Off
Dover Jewelry D-VS1 GIA Diamond Pave Split Platinum Engagement Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Dover Jewelry & Diamond engagement ring is crafted in solid platinum. Displaying a prominent bezel set emerald cut GIA certified diamond approx. 1.28 CT, D color, VS1 c...
Diamond, Platinum
Ceylon Sapphire and Diamonds in 14ct White and Yellow Gold art deco style ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
14ct yellow and white gold dress ring, narrow, low half round shank with open back bezel with double halo surround, polished finish. The item contains: One rub over set oval shaped ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Art Deco Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
The geometric halo creates a layered outline around the center stone, giving the ring a structured Art Deco look. The shoulders are set with pavé diamonds that taper into the halo, m...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Art Deco Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
The design is inspired by structured Art Deco forms, with clean lines and layered detailing around the center stone.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1 Carat Ring. GIA Old European Cut Diamond Accent Engagement Ring Platinum D SI2
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage engagement ring is a true testament to timeless beauty and craftsmanship. At its heart lies a stunning, GIA-certified old European cut diamond, weighing approx...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1 Ct Marquise Diamond Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An exceptional example of Art Deco design and hand craftsmanship. The white gold ring is comprised of a center marquise diamond surrounded by sapphires.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$140,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat D Color Diamond Yellow Gold Bezel Set Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and distinctive diamond ring featuring a GIA certified 4.01 carat cut-cornered rectangular modified brilliant cut diamond, graded D color and VS2 clarity. The center diam...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cushion 1.01cts Diamond GIA D-VS1 18K Gold Halo Engagement Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Diamond ring is crafted in 18K rose gold. Displaying a prominent four prong set emerald cut diamond approx. 1.01 CT, D color, VS1 clarity. Surrounded by a halo of pave...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Flanked Solitaire Step Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Art Deco flanked solitaire step cut diamond ring.
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Colorless Engagement Ring. GIA Old European Cut Diamond Platinum D VS1
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certified Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2.00-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: D Color Primary Stone Clarity: ...
Diamond, Platinum
$4,576Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Art Deco-Inspired Diamond and Ruby Cluster Ring, 1980s
Located in Braintree, GB
Platinum Art Deco-inspired diamond and ruby ring. Ring made in 1980s Makers Mark: JoAq Hallmarked PLAT 950 - D 0.3 - 0.12 - 1.50 Dimensions - Finger Size (UK) = N (US) = 7 (EU)...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Baguette Diamonds Art Deco Style Band/ Bridal Ring Set in 18K White Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and wearable Diamonds Bang Ring set in 18K White Gold. The combined weight of the Diamonds is 1.40 carats. Net Gold weight is 9.52 grams. The dimensions of the ring...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art-Deco 15 carats Natural Aquamarine (No Treated) and Diamond in Platinum Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art-Deco neatr 15 carats Natural Aquamarine and Diamond in Platinum Ring.
Aquamarine, Platinum
Art Deco 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Solitaire Diamond Ring in Rub-Over Setting
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous art deco solitaire diamond ring is timeless. A gorgeous old European cut diamond is rub-over set in platinum, and finished with a millgrain edge to the setting, giving...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Color Change Sapphire Cabochon Ring, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Art Deco colour change sapphire cabochon ring. Set to centre with a sugar loaf cabochon natural unenhanced Ceylon blue/purple colour change sapphire in an open back rubover setting w...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Engraved Platinum GIA Certified 1.20 Carat D Color SI1 Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Handmade Art Deco Hand Engraved Platinum Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Art deco natural Burmese ruby and diamond ring, circa 1935.
Located in London, GB
Art deco natural Burmese ruby and diamond ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum .36ctw Old European Diamond Engagement Ring w/ Accents
Located in Montclair, NJ
This elegant antique engagement ring was crafted during the art deco period in solid platinum and features a stunning diamond solitaire with 3 beautiful diamond accents on each side ...
White Diamond, Platinum
12.00ct Amethyst and 1.25ct Natural Diamonds D-F / VS, 14K Gold Statement Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This design features 1.25 carat of VS white untreated natural diamonds, the perfect contrast to the translucent purple of this 12.00 carat natural Amethyst ring. The smooth yellow go...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Natural Sapphire Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders, circa 1935
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 5....
Diamond, Sapphire
Natural Diamond 0.45 carats 18KT Yellow Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This 18KT Yellow Gold Art Deco Baguette Round Diamond Illusion Ring is luxurious and elegant.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,104Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Coral, Crystal, Ruby & Diamonds Victorian/ Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful Coral, Crystal & Ruby Victorian style Art Deco Cocktail Ring set in 14k Gold & 925 Silver.
Coral, Crystal, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Natural Diamond 0.45 carats 18KT White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This 18KT White Gold Art Deco Baguette Round Diamond Illusion Ring is luxurious and elegant.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.40ct Natural Tourmaline and 1.25ct Natural Diamonds D-F / VS, 14K Gold Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This cushion cut tourmaline diamond ring is simply stunning! The large 8.40 carat (10.5mmX10.5mm) natural central tourmaline surrounded by 1.85 carat sparkling natural diamonds D- F ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Antique Spanish Sterling Silver Fish Table figure Flex Body Green Eyes /39gr
Located in SE
1920s- 1930s Spanish Sterling Silver Flexible or Bending Fish with Green Glass eyes. This Fish is a remarkable table decoration with incredibly flexible body. All parts are intricat...
Sterling Silver
1919 Red Sun Vanity Pill Box Gilt Sterling Silver Red Guilloche Enamel / 79gr
Located in SE
Art Deco period Swedish Enameled Gilt Silver vanity box in sleek shapes.The top with vackert ornament of Sun bursting with hot rays under translucent Red Guilloche Enamel. It looks w...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Emerald-Cut 2.09 Carat Diamond Baguette Flanked Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco emerald-cut diamond flanked solitaire. Centrally set with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond, E colour, VS1 clarity, with a weight of 2.09 carats in an open back four claw set...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style Ring with a IGL Diamond in 18 Karat Gold and Vitreous Hot Enamel
Located in London, GB
Rooted in clean, classic lines, this a bold yet elegant ring reflects the individuality of the wearer. Using the classic Aegean blue vitreous hot enamel this art deco inspired ring c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Gold
1938 Baron A.W.C von Gyllenkrok's Gas Lighter solid Gilt 830 Silver / 57gr
Located in SE
Elegant one of a kind custom made Gas Lighter in Gilt 830 silver with sleek shapes engraved with coat of arms of Swedish noble family of Gyllenkrok ( Friherrliga ätten Gyllenkrok nr ...
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
$184,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified4.08-Carat D VS1 Old European Brilliant Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
✨ Magnificent 4.08-Carat D VS1 Old European Brilliant Diamond with Tapered Baguettes in Platinum ✨ Experience the romance of vintage brilliance with this breathtaking 4.08-carat Old...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$10,844Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified D VVS1 1ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Features & Details: Main Stone: 1.00ct Natural Emerald-Cut Diamond • Color: D (Absolutely Colorless) • Clarity: VVS (Very, Very Slightly Included) • Certification: GIA Metal: ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified D VS1 1.00ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Key Details: Center Stone: 1.00ct Natural Emerald-Cut Diamond • Color: D (Colorless) • Clarity: VS (Very Slightly Included) • GIA Certified Metal: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Band ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style Natural Ceylon No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco style natural Ceylon no-heat sapphire and diamond ring in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified D IF 1ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Experience the pinnacle of diamond perfection with this impeccably crafted 1.00 carat natural emerald-cut diamond solitaire ring, designed for the connoisseur of understated luxury. ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Alexandre Reza, Rare Obsidian, Silver-Gilt, and Rock Crystal Circus Panther
Located in Long Island City, NY
Alexandre Reza, A Rare Obsidian, Silver-Gilt, and Rock Crystal Circus Panther, mounted with Cabochon Sapphires and Rubies. "Panthère au cirque"" / Panther at the circus" - an exquis...
Rock Crystal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver
1.94ct Old Euro Cut Diamond 1.24ctw RBC Diamond 10.5g Platinum Deco Style Ring
Located in St. Petersburg, FL
1.94ct Old European Cut Diamond 1.24ctw Accent Diamonds 10.5g Platinum Deco Style Ring Size 7 Center stone is beautiful old European cut, known weight is 1.94 carat, L-M color, VS2-...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Natural Diamond 2.23 ct 18KT White Gold Art Deco Step Cut Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This 18KT White Gold Art Deco Baguette Round Diamond Illusion Step Cut Bridal Ring is luxurious and elegant.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Deco Genuine Antique Diamond Band .75ct Single Cuts Dated 12-13-35 Platinum Ring
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique Art Deco Dated 12-13-35 Anniversary Band .75ct Single Cuts Diamond Platinum Ring Stunning Piece Featuring Matching Clean and Colorless Natural Mined Sing...
Diamond, Platinum
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.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.