Vintage Art Deco Elongated Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 Step into the elegance of the Art Deco era with this stunning cocktail ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art - Deco Ring 1.2ct Sapphire Diamonds solid Platinum ØUS 7.25 /3gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Sapphire + Diamonds + Platinum Ring from 1900s -1920s. All metal parts of this ring are made of solid Platinum. Crown measures 19 mm x 8 mm x 4 mm. Beautifully oval cut n...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Black Opal and Diamond Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Art Deco black opal and diamond ring. Set to centre with an oval cabochon natural black opal in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 2.75 carats, further decora...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
Art Deco 18K Gold Ring with Old European Cut Diamonds and Calibrated Sapphires
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This Art Deco ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold with a platinum-topped setting and features a refined geometric design characteristic of the 1920s–1930s era.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Diamond Illusion Set & Red Ruby Art Deco Style Statement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Step into a world of vintage sophistication with our breathtaking illusion set diamond and ruby Art Deco style engagement ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D Art Deco Mosaic Sapphire and Diamond Ring Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
A platinum ring centered with a natural emerald cut diamond weighing approximately 2.71 carats, accented by 0.85 carats of sapphires and 0.20 carats of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Style Square Green Emerald with Diamond Steps 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Weight: 3.80 g.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,444Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Platinum & 18kt Gold Ring with Colombian Emerald and Old Cut Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
The openwork platinum setting and stepped shoulders enhance the ring’s architectural symmetry — a hallmark of fine Art Deco craftsmanship.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Belais Art Deco 0.45 CTW Old Mine Diamond 18K Gold Checkerboard Vintage Ring
By Belais
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.37 carats - M color with VS2 clarity Bead set in a square form head with a pierced checkerboard motif gallery Flanked by st...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Sophia D Art Deco Mosaic Emerald and Diamond Ring Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
The clean symmetry, defined edges, and contrast between the emeralds and diamonds reflect a strong Art Deco style with a refined, architectural feel.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Oval Opal & Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Set Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Step into a world of vintage elegance with our exquisite opal with ruby and diamond art deco style ring in yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Deco Calibrated Ruby and Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1920s Step back into the elegance of the 1920s with this stunning 18ct yellow gold Art Deco cocktail ring, an original piece that perfe...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style Platinum Ring with 0.94ct Asscher Diamond & Emeralds
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This captivating Art Deco style ring is a beautifully architectural contemporary design, centered by an old Asscher cut diamond weighing 0.94 carat.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
René Boivin Art Deco Diamond Pavé 18K White Gold Ring c.1935 Suzanne Belperron
By René Boivin
Located in Monaco, MC
Among the most compelling jewels of the Art Deco period, this René Boivin ring stands as a testament to one of the most visionary design partnerships in the history of French haute j...
Diamond, White Gold
Blue Topaz Diamond Art Deco Style Geometric Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Total weight: 3.48 g.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Sophia D Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Mosaic Platinum Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
An architectural Art Deco mosaic design centered with a 1.52-carat natural hexagonal-cut diamond, framed by 0.38 carats of calibré-cut emeralds and 0.19 carats of natural round diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco 1.02 Carat Emerald and 1.05 Carat Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1.02 carat emerald and 1.05 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse emerald jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold 0.70ctw Diamond & Sapphire East West Saddle Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Condition: Antique Art Deco. Shows some light wear. Original finish & patina preserved.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.30 Carats Black and White Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Unisex Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection, Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Karat White Diamonds 0.22 Karat Black Diamond "Cubes" Design Band Ring An amazing Art Deco style band rin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Natural Ruby 5.91 Carat Diamond Ring Art Deco Style 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Certified Thai Natural Ruby 5.91 Carat Diamond Ring Art Deco Style 18K White Gold AIGS A breathtaking and highly important natural Thai ruby and diamond statement ring featuring a m...
Ruby, Sapphire, Star Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
18k Yellow Gold 0.20 Carats Emerald White Diamond Art Deco Style Band Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection an Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Karat White Diamonds 0.20 Karat Emerald "Cubes" Stacking Band Ring.
White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 18 Karat Gold 0.20 Karat Emerald 0.08 Karat White Diamond Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Karat White Diamonds 0.20 Karat Emerald "Cubes" Band Ring An amazing Art Deco style band ring handcrafted in 18 karats white gold adorned wit...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Deco Calibrated Ruby and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Step into the elegance of the Art Deco era with this stunning original target ring, crafted from 18ct yellow gold and ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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
Platinum Art Deco Ring with 2.2 Carat Old European Cut Diamonds G-SI2 GIA Cert
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: Step into a world of timeless elegance with this Art Deco ring, crafted in luxurious platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
CERTIFIED Engagement Ring Art Deco 14K White Gold GIA 2.14 Ct G VS2 Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Masterfully crafted in solid 14K white gold, the mounting features a striking Art Deco-inspired geometric design. The central diamond is cradled within a raised setting, flanked by...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Karat White Diamond Amethyst Band Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Art Deco Style Rossella Ugolini 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Karats White Diamonds Amethyst "Cubes" Design Band Ring An amazing Art Deco style band ring handcrafted in 18 karats white g...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Platinum Art Deco 5.47 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
She is full of the classic vibrant Colombian color!! Ring Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Head Width: 11.8mm Head Height: 6.7mm Shank Width: 1.2mm Weight: 4.2 G...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$31,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Art Deco Style Royal Blue Heart Sapphire & Diamond Ring Pendant 20K Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
A vintage heart shaped ballerina ring and convertible pendant crafted in 850 gold, this piece centers on a vivid heart cut royal blue sapphire encircled by a full surround of tapered...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Rhodium, Yellow Gold, Gold
Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Karat White Diamond Amethyst Band Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Art Deco Style Rossella Ugolini 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Karats White Diamonds Amethyst "Cubes" Design Band Ring.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Art Deco Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This ring features an emerald-cut natural diamond set at the center, framed by ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
8.08 Carat TW Art Deco Intense Yellow Diamond, Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring 18K & Plat
Located in New York, NY
APPROXIMATELY 8-12 WEEKS PRODUCTION TIME Contact designer Jan Rice to get yours started Ring Specifications: Collection Name: The Icon Designer / Creator: Jan Rice for Abe Mor Desig...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco-inspired 1.56 Carat Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Covington, LA
A vivid emerald-cut emerald takes center stage in this striking cocktail ring, set in gleaming white gold. The vibrant green center stone is elegantly framed by pavé diamonds and fla...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Decò Style 1.07 Ct Old European Cut Diamond And Emeralds 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant Art Deco-style ring crafted in 14K white gold, centered by a natural Old European Cut diamond, graded F color and SI clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco GIA 5.07ct Old European Diamond Engagement Wedding 18K White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Breathtaking late Art Deco Vintage HANDMADE 18K White Gold (stamped) Engagement ring dazzles GIA certified 4.01ct Old European center diamond in M color I1 clarity; with measuremen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco German Ring Diamonds solid 14K White Gold Ø US5 / 1.55 gr
Located in SE
German ring , Art - Deco period, hand - made ca. 1920s- 1930s, hallmarked 585, metal tested solid 14K White Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum 0.97ctw Marquise Diamond Halo Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 900 Platinum Ring Size: 5 Width: 11.00 mm x 8.05 mm Shank: 1.40 mm Weight: 3.14 grams Ladies 900 platinum art deco (1920-1930), diamond and eme...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Ceylon Blue Sapphire with Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Go
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 2.70 g.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Baguette Cut Blue Topaz Diamond Cocktail Ring in 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 9K White Gold Total weight: 5.00 g.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, 9k Gold
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
Art Deco Style 18 Karat Gold 0.18 Karat Ruby 0.08 Karat White Diamonds Band Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Karat White Diamonds 0.18 Karat Ruby "Cubes" Band Ring An amazing Art Deco style band ring handcrafted in 18 karats white gold adorned with h...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Inspired 18K White Gold Diamond Ring, 0.85tcw Round & Baguette
Located in Miami, FL
A refined Art Deco–inspired diamond ring crafted in luminous 18K white gold, showcasing a harmonious balance of brilliance and geometry.
Diamond, White Gold
AGL Cert. 12 Carat Colombian Emerald Art Deco Antique Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Antique AGL-certified 12 carat square emerald cut Colombian emerald in platinum Art Deco filigree setting with old mine cut diamond accents and milgrain detailing.
Diamond, Emerald, 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
1924 Art Deco Nordic Ring Diamond Ruby Sapphire solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.5/1.5gr
Located in SE
Ring created in 1924, the band in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with three rows of 12 natural Rubies, Diamonds, and Sapphires. Rubies and Sapphires ca 1.8 mm x 1.5 mm /ca 0.03ct e...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Art Deco 3.04ct Peridot 3.12ct Pink Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 3.04 carat peridot, 3.12 carat pink tourmaline and 0.68 carat diamond platinum Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Platinum
Cartier Paris Art Deco Royal Blue 2.3 Carat No Heat Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Paris Art Deco platinum ring set with a GIA certified no heat Royal Blue sapphire, approximately 2.30 carats by formula, in an emerald octagonal step cut.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
4.36 Carat Chrysophase (Jade Look Alike ) & Onyx Art Deco 18K Ring With Diamond
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Step back into the glamorous era of Art Deco with this striking 4.36-carat Chrysoprase and Onyx ring, set in 18K gold and accented with dazzling diamonds.
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Step into the allure of a bygone era with this early 1900's Art Deco diamond cocktail ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco style GIA 3.00 carat Asscher cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exceptional Art Deco style engagement ring is centered by a GIA-certified Asscher cut diamond weighing an impressive 3.00 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
EGL Certified 1.10 Carat Diamond Sapphire Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Step into a world of 1930's timeless elegance with our 1.10ct diamond sapphire Art Deco platinum engagement ring, where exquisite craftsmanship meets vintage charm.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
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
Marchak, Paris Art Deco sugarloaf onyx, coral, and emerald cocktail ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco onyx, emerald, and coral cocktail ring, centered by a sugarloaf onyx, with diamond-set shoulders centering cabochon coral and emeralds, in an 18k yellow gold and platinum...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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
Antique Art Deco 18k Gold 3.20ctw GIA Sapphire European Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Dimensions: 9.75mm (0.42") (top of the ring - north to south) 20.5mm (diamond to diamond) Ring Height: 6.25mm rise off the finger Condition: Antique art deco period ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 3 Carat Diamond and Ruby Tablet or Plaque Ring in Platinum, Circa 1925
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This tablet (aka shield) ring is quintessential Art Deco: the strong geometric pattern with open channels, the varied gem-setting techniques, the way components appear to lap over a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4.02 Carat No Heat Ceylon Sapphire In Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Gubelin and AGL certified, stone measures 9.86 x 8.87 x 5.09mm. Ring size 6, adjustable. Product Specifications: - Item Type: Art Deco Engagement Ring - Metal: Platinum 950 - Size: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
HRD 14K 4.27 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K Yellow Gold 4.27 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamonds Kunzite⋄ Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink Kunzite as the center stone weighi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
HRD 14K 3.05 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K Yellow Gold 3.05 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink Kunzite as the center stone weighing 3.05 ct surrounded wit...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 1.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
An impressive 1.90 carat sapphire sits enveloped in a cluster of round brilliant diamonds in this Late Deco cluster ring. The oval cut sapphire has a beautiful deep blue tone which, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 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.