Contemporary 1.05 CTW 14 Karat White Gold Cushion Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
Their step-cut faceting creates a beautiful contrast against the brilliant-cut stones surrounding them, lending the mounting a subtle Art Deco sensibility.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Asscher Halo - GIA Certified Ascher Cut Diamond set in Designer Ring with 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
**What makes this piece unique or special** This ring carries the soul of a bygone era — a **step‑cut Asscher diamond** glowing with architectural depth, framed by a halo of brilli...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1930 Finish Ring 0.5ctw 3 Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Platinum US7 / 1.4gr
Located in SE
Old Finish Ring with 3 old European cut Diamonds, band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters. Finish partially visible hallmarks, 750, maker's. Engraved with date 26.4.193...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1927 Ring 1ctw natural Diamond Sapphire solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 7.75/1.3gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period Ring with band in solid 18 k Yellow Gold with top of the crown and parts of the shoulders in Platinum featuring two old European diamond cut Diamonds Ø 3.75 mm x 2....
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
$250,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Cartier 5.36 Carats Total Square Emerald Cut 3-Stone Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.5 This stunning Art Deco-era Cartier engagement ring features a striking 4.64 carat square emerald cut diamond at its center, set in a crisp, high-polish platinum sett...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Covington, LA
The vivid royal blue sapphires contrast beautifully against the colorless diamonds, giving the ring a timeless Art Deco-inspired aesthetic with modern refinement.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
EDR Certified 3.13ct Old Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
A stunning old cushion cut diamond, weighing an opulent 3.13 carats, takes centre stage in this original c.1940s engagement ring designed with a nod to sophisticated Art Deco style.
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA 3.31 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
The setting is handmade in the Peter Suchy Workshop. 3.31ct octagonal Art Deco modified brilliant step cut orangey yellow Sapphire, natural no heat and no enhancements.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Soleil Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds and Pink Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Soleil Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds and Pink Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Soleil Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds and Yellow Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Soleil Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds and Yellow Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Soleil Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Soleil Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 45.18 Carat Star Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1920's translucent 45.18 carat star sapphire Art Deco cocktail ring. Platinum setting accented with trapezoid, kite and round diamonds.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$3,000Sale Price|50% Off
18K White Gold 1.66ct Oval Vivid Rich Green Tsavorite & 0.63ct Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Framed by 0.63ct of baguette, step‑cut, and round diamonds, the ring blends crisp geometry with vibrant color, creating a sleek, modern statement piece with Art Deco undertones.
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
1942 Finish Ring 0.35 ctw. Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold Silver ØUS 9.5 / 1.8gr
Located in SE
Old Finish Ring with 3 old European cut Diamonds, band in solid 14K Rose Gold with White Gold / or Silver clusters. Finish hallmarks, 585 ,maker's. Date combination N6 / created in ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Heritage Garnet Ring in 18k Gold, Tourmaline and Diamonds by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Heritage Garnet Ring in 18k Gold, Tourmaline and Diamonds by MARIANNE CANARELLI Dimensions: Available upon request.
Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Oval Tanzanite and Baguette Diamond Statement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
A Captivating Dialogue of Pleochroic Color and Striking Art Deco Geometry. This contemporary cocktail ring showcases a brilliant fusion of vibrant color and rigid, structural archit...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 6.04 Carat Orange Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Spectacular sapphire and diamond Art Deco three stone engagement ring. The center stone is a octagonal emerald step cut orange and yellowish 6.04ct sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Nefertiti Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds & Pink Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Nefertiti Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds & Pink Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA 2.30 Carat Octagonal Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Octagonal Art Deco step emerald step cut sapphire and diamond engagement ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold French Stamped, 1920s Ruby & Diamond, Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Buckle Ring 18ct Gold French Stamped Circa 1920s Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct and platinum cocktail ring, a true embodiment of the Art Deco era.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique French 18ct White Gold, 0.34 Carat Single Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum- French Stamped Circa 1920s Step back into the 1920s with this stunning example of French jewellery design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Heritage Emerald Ring in 18k Gold, Topaz and Diamonds by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Heritage Emerald Ring in 18k Gold, Topaz and Diamonds by MARIANNE CANARELLI.
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Nefertiti Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds & Blue Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Nefertiti Ring in 18k Gold with Diamonds & Blue Sapphires by MARIANNE CANARELLI.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 Karats Rose Gold Brilliant Cut White Diamonds Unisex Trilogy Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the Rossella Ugolini Silhouette Collection, where the artistry of dance meets the elegance of jewelry. Behold the "Wave" Band Trilogy Design Ring a mesmerizing dance of l...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.99 Carat Baguette Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring w Round Accents 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.63 Carat Baguette Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring w Round Accents 18K White Gold Diamond Weight: 1.99 Carats Total *1.63 Carats (Baguette), 0.36 Carats (Round) A bold and architect...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique German Ring natural Emeralds Diamonds 14K Rose Gold Ø US 5.5/4.6g
Located in SE
Art - Deco period natural Emeralds and Diamonds Ring hand- made in Gemany, ca. 1920s - 1930s.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
5.22 Carat Aquamarine and 1.10 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated, stepped Art Deco design displays a feature 5.22ct round faceted cut aquamarine, claw set in relief to the center.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.20 Carat Sapphire and 0.32 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Dress Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated, circular setting is ornamented with a central 18k yellow gold collet set 0.20ct square step cut sapphire; this openwork geometric plaque design bridges late Vi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Emerald Cut Aquamarine Cocktail Ring with Diamonds 14 karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The clean, geometric silhouette of the center stone gives the ring a sophisticated, almost Art Deco-inspired character that feels both timeless and distinctly refined.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 1.26ct Asscher Cut Diamond Band Ring, Invisible Set
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
Originally developed in the early 20th century, it is prized for its clean geometry, depth, and elegant Art Deco appeal. Its crisp lines and symmetrical facets create a distinctive, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.13 carat I/VS2 GIA Old European Cut Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Step into a world of timeless romance with this enchanting 1.13-carat Old European Cut Diamond engagement ring. The captivating center stone, a vintage delight, boasts a gentle I col...
Diamond, Platinum
Heritage Pink Tourmaline Ring in Gold, Topaz and Diamonds by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Heritage Pink Tourmaline Ring in Gold, Topaz and Diamonds by MARIANNE CANARELLI.
Diamond, Topaz, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.77 Carat Square Emerald and Diamond Filigree Halo 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Halo Engagement / Cocktail Ring Metal: 14K Two-Tone White and Yellow Gold Size: 7 (adjustable) Total Weight: 4.33 grams Ring Face: 9.5mm Shank Styl...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.40 Carat Emerald and Baguette Cut Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Style: Contemporary / Three-Stone / Art Deco Style / Engagement Ring Condition: New / Excellent contemporary condition.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA 3.07 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Set in a platinum three-stone setting with 2 Art Deco step cut shield side diamonds. The sapphire is Natural certified no heat no enhancements.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1926 Ring 3 stones natural 0.8ct Sapphire 0.5ctw Diamonds 23K Gold ØUS 7.25/ 6gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period Three - stone Ring, hand-made ca. 1920s.
Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, 22k Gold, 18k Gold
Gems Are Forever GIA Certified 8.14 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Ring
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
Our proud creation is this art deco inspired sapphire and diamond convertible ring and pendant.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Ring natural 0.4 ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6US/ 2.7 gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold band with braided shoulders holding old diamond cut natural Rose Red Ruby and 2 old diamond cut Diamonds. Not hallmarked ,metal tested solid 18K. The...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Old Cut diamond flanked solitaire, French, early 20th Century.
Located in London, GB
Old Cut diamond flanked solitaire. Centrally set with a round old cut diamond, E colour, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 3.02 carats in an open back claw setting, flanked by four recta...
Diamond, White Gold
Perle de Pluie Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold & Gemstones by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Perle de Pluie Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold & Gemstones by MARIANNE CANARELLI.
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1918 Antique 3 stones Ring Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum Ø US 8.75 / 3.1gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Three - stones Ring hand - made in 1918. In finest used condition after 106 years of existence :) Band with plain shoulders in solid 18ct Yellow Gold crown featuring plati...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
1964 Nordic Ring 0.3 ct Ruby 0.22ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 7.5 US/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
Elegant Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters holding oval cut natural Rose Red Ruby and 2 brilliant cut Diamonds. Custom made in Sweden, Stockholm, hallmarked 18K. H...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct White Gold and Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring 18ct and Platinum Circa 1920s Step into the elegance of the Art Deco era with this striking five-stone ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
0.68 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Cut Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18 Karat White Gold with 0.68 Carat Total Weight Natural Diamonds. This 18K white gold diamond band features a refined row of emerald cut di...
Diamond, White Gold
0.69 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Cut Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18 Karat White Gold with 0.69 Carat Total Weight Natural Diamonds. This refined 18K white gold band features a clean row of natural emerald ...
Diamond, White Gold
0.68 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Cut Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18 Karat White Gold with 0.68 Carat Total Weight Natural Diamonds. This refined 18K white gold diamond band features a clean row of emerald ...
Diamond, White Gold
0.69 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Cut Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18 Karat White Gold with 0.69 Carat Total Weight Natural Diamonds. This refined 18K white gold diamond band features a clean row of emerald ...
Diamond, White Gold
0.69 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Cut Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18 Karat White Gold with 0.69 Carat Total Weight Natural Diamonds. This refined 18K white gold diamond band features a clean row of emerald ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Trillion Cut Diamond 3 Stone 18k Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
4.40 Carat GIA certified Sri Lanka origin Blue Sapphire with trillion cut diamond side stones in 18 karat solid yellow gold. Cathedral straight shank with a signature 3-stone style m...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.67 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Half Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A refined expression of modern elegance, this 0.67 Carat Total Weight Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Half Eternity Band is beautifully crafted in solid 18 Karat White Gold. Designed wit...
Diamond, White Gold
$4,320Sale Price|20% Off
1.68 Carat Baguette and Round Diamond Three-Cluster Halo Ring in 18 Karat White
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Combining 1920s Art Deco grandeur with contemporary haute joaillerie craftsmanship, this bold statement ring serves as an investment-grade heirloom for any fine jewelry collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 8.1mm x 6.5mm No Heat Sapphire Diamond Ring. Vivid And Super Clean
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This sapphire has both a strong vivid color and very clean! The octagonal step cut sapphire is newly made in the art deco style.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Monumental 10 Carat Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The geometric tiered design creates strong symmetry and reinforces the ring’s Art Deco revival influence. The mounting is substantial yet balanced, weighing 13.42 grams, and construc...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1921 Wedding Ring solid 23K Gold ØUS 10.5 / 4 gr
Located in SE
Wedding Ring in solid 23K Gold. Made in Sweden. Fragmented hallmarks : Maker's and town , 23K, Year mark: T7 / made in 1921. Worn engraving. The band is 2.6 mm wide. Size : Ø US 10...
24k Gold
1874 Men Wedding Ring solid 23K Gold ØUS 9.75 / 4.3 gr
Located in SE
Fine 23K Antique Wedding Ring for Men. Hand - engraved continuous ornament around the band of grape leaves, textured clusters of grapes and delicate winding tendrils . Made in Swed...
24k Gold
TRUDEL By Kurt Aepli Geometric Ring 18Kt Gold With 3.52 Ctw In Emerald & Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
This ring is unique and one of a kind, the epitome of Swiss quality and rationalizes the Art Deco with contemporary design.
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
4.5 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald Ring in Thin 18k Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Carat weights, gold weights, and measurements are subject to a slight variance. Natural Art Deco 4.5 Carat Natural Emerald ring. Center stone is mounted in a smooth 18k white gold ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald-Cut Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified H VVS2
Located in New York, NY
The center stone is flanked by two tapered baguette-cut diamonds, completing a clean and elegant silhouette that evokes both Art Deco inspiration and modern minimalism.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Modern 18 Karat Rose Gold Blue Topaz 0.27 Carat Diamonds Cocktail Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
A combination of geometries, luminances and shades that embody the unique beauty of the castle. Details: Art Deco Style 18 Karats Rose Gold or Yellow gold, 0,27 Carats White Diamonds...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1946 Ring natural 2.25ct. Sapphire 0.2ctw Diamonds 18K Gold ØUS5.75 /2.8gr
Located in SE
This sturdy Art- Deco inspired design was very popular in Sweden and Germany since late 1910s to early 1950s.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 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.