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...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
EGL .88 Carat Diamond Old European Cut Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover the timeless elegance of this 1930's Art Deco diamond platinum engagement ring with step design shoulders engraving and filigree work. .88ct carat Old European cut diamond c...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Sapphire Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1920s Step back into the glamorous 1920s with this fabulous original Art Deco ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Blue Sapphire Diamond Edwardian Style Openwork Art Deco Inspired White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Step into the elegance of the Art Deco era with this stunning Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Openwork Ring, meticulously crafted in luxurious 18K white gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White 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
Antique Art Deco 4.67 Carat Burmese Ruby 0.86 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.67 carat Burmese ruby and 0.86 carat diamond, platinum Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style 8.10 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and 1.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage Art Deco style 8.10 carat Ceylon sapphire and 1.30 carat diamond, platinum ring; part of our collection of sapphire engagement rings.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
No-Heat Burmese Star Ruby Ring, AGL 11ct, Art Deco Platinum Setting
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Twenty round brilliant and baguette diamonds surround the ruby in a stepped, geometric frame, their crisp faceting a deliberate contrast to the ruby's smooth, glowing dome.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
EGL Certified 1.00 Carat Old European Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Step back in time to the 1940's Art Deco era, with this exquisite diamond platinum engagement ring.
Diamond, Platinum
HRD 14K 4.68 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K Yellow Gold 4.68 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamonds 3-Stone Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink Kunzite as the center stone weighing 4.68 ct surrounded with nat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Platinum Black & White Pearl Crossover Ring, Circa 1930s
Located in Wailea, HI
Art Deco Platinum Black & White Pearl Crossover Ring, Circa 1930s An extraordinary expression of 1930s Art Deco elegance, this vintage Toi et Moi crossover ring beautifully pairs...
Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco 3.87 Ct Australian Black Blue Green Opal Diamond Platinum ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This striking Art Deco ring is 1930 ca. Hand crafted of solid Platinum as unique at the highest standards The real star is the centre solid Black Opal with Green and Blue flashes on ...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
ART-DECO Cocktail Rin In Platinum With 34.50 Carats Blue Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Masterfully constructed in solid platinum, this heavy-gauge 23.5-gram piece perfectly channels the clean symmetry, grand scale, and structural geometry of classic Art Deco period. T...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold 1.44ct Five Row Diamond Ruby Band Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 6 Width: 2.70 mm Head Measures: 14.90 mm x 18.65 mm Weight: 6.81 grams Ladies handmade filigreed 14K white gold five-across...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Linear Grace - GIA Certified Long Baguette set in Art Deco Handmade Ring in 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
**Its background or history** Baguette diamonds carry the spirit of the Art Deco era — an age defined by geometry, clarity, and architectural beauty.
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified .78 Carat Round Yellow Diamond White Gold Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1920's Art Deco round diamond engagement ring. GIA certified .78 round brilliant cut light yellow center stone accented by two step cut baguette diamonds in a 18k white gold setting....
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D 4.26 Carats Art Deco Emerald Cut Ring with Baguette Diamonds
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Step cut baguette diamonds and sharp octagonal framing give the ring a refined Art Deco inspired structure with strong symmetry and balance.
Emerald, Platinum
Preloved 18ct White Gold, Art Deco Style Sapphire & Diamond Rectangular Cluster
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 2000 Step back in time with this exquisite deco-style cluster ring, a stunning embodiment of vintage elegance.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Old Miner Twin Diamond Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 5 Width: 1.75 mm Weight: 3.12 grams 18K White Gold art deco (1920-1930), diamond and sapphire cocktail, dinner, dress ring ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1.75ct Old Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring, Circa 1920's
Located in London, GB
This incredible engagement ring is beautifully set with an old mine cut diamond weighing 1.75 carats mounted in a six claw open back setting. The centre stone is wonderfully designed...
Diamond, Platinum
$772Sale Price / item|20% Off
Square Step Cut Natural Ruby & Diamond Geometric Eternity Band in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant eternity band showcases five square step-cut red rubies totaling 0.71 carats, set in 14k white gold. Each ruby measures approximately 2.6 mm. The rubies are beautifully ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA 2.71 Carat Violet Sapphire Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural no heat, all original Art Deco ring with straight baguette diamonds and original Platinum setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Eternity Band
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Brand new and made for CAMPANELLI & PEAR this Art Deco inspired band boasts 0.58 Cttw square step cut lively green emeralds and 0.38 Cttw round brilliant fine diamonds channel set in...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Ring Mabe Pearl 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold ØUS 6.5/ 4gr
Located in SE
A ring from 1920s - 1930s, Art - Deco period, very likely German.
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$10,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Art Deco Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 20K YG
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
A striking expression of Art Deco glamour, this vintage pink sapphire and diamond cocktail ring captures the bold geometry and refined craftsmanship that defined one of jewelry's mos...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Ring, 14k Gold Two-Stone w/ Accents Vintage European Cut .96ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Step back in time to the Art Deco Era when you wear this sparkling piece of vintage jewelry!
Diamond, 14k Gold
Deco Style 0.50 Carat White Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pinky Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Deco" Collection 0.50 Carat White Diamonds G Color VS1 18 Karat White Gold Design Pinky Ring. This ring it was Handcrafted like a sculpture with the traditional te...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Red Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Eternity Band
Located in Troy, MI
Brand new and made for CAMPANELLI & PEAR this Art Deco inspired band boasts 0.80 Cttw square step cut lively blue sapphires and 0.40 Cttw round brilliant fine diamonds channel set in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Art Retro Style Unisex Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bold retro-style unisex ring featuring a rich arrangement of rubies set in a striking stepped geometric design. The layered composition showcases rows of vivid rubies, accented with ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Blue Topaz and Sapphire Art Deco Style Hexagon Target Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step into the elegance of the Art Deco era with this captivating hexagon ring, where bold lines meet brilliant color.
Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Eternity Band
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Brand new and made for CAMPANELLI & PEAR this Art Deco inspired band boasts 0.74 Cttw square step cut lively blue sapphires and 0.40 Cttw round brilliant fine diamonds channel set in...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Deco Style 18 Karat Rose Gold Amethyst 0.40 Karat White Diamonds Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Here there is a beautiful design ring handcrafted in 18 karats rose gold and embellished with 0.40 karats brilliant cut white diamonds and a deep purple amethyst stone. Available si...
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1945 Art Deco Ring natural Diamond 6ct Onyx solid 14K 585 Gold Ø5US / 3.2 gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco styled Ring in solid 585 Yellow Gold decorated with bezel set natural old European cut Diamond : Ø2 mm / ca. 0.04ct / F,G / VS embedded into the center of claw set Black...
Onyx, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1.70 Carat White Diamonds G VS1 18 Karat Gold Deco Style Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Deco" Collection 1.70 Carat White Diamonds G Color VS1 18 Karat Gold Design Cocktail Ring. This ring it was Handcrafted like a sculpture with the traditional techn...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Ring. 1.20ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring I VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.20 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: I Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Secondary Stones: ...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA-Certified 1.06 Carat Ruby in Deco-Era Platinum Ring with 0.7 Carats Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This late Deco Era ring was originally set with an oval diamond but it was weirdly dark -- much too dark to stand up to its bright and clean supporting diamonds -- so we reset it wit...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1941 Art Deco Nordic Ring 15ct Jade solid 18K Gold ØUS 3.5 / 10 gr
Located in SE
Nice Art Deco Ring with bezel set plate of vibrant deep Green high grade untreated Jade Stone, faceted baguette cut 18 mm x 9 mm / ca. 15 ct .
Jade, 18k Gold
1 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. Diamond Accent Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Additional Diamond Weight: Approxi...
Diamond, Platinum
Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring. 1.60ct Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Center Sapphire Weight: 1.60 carats Center Sapphire Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamond Secondary Diamond Weight: 0.90 carats total Se...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
0.50 Asscher Cut Diamond Ring.Diamond Emerald Halo Engagement Ring Platinum JVS2
Located in New York, NY
The Vine Ring captures the structured elegance of Art Deco-inspired jewelry through its combination of geometric diamond faceting, calibre emeralds, and antique-style diamond cuts.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum and Diamond Halo Ring. GIA 1ct Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring JVS2
Located in New York, NY
The New York Ring captures the architectural elegance associated with Art Deco-inspired jewelry.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Halo Ring. GIA 0.80ct Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.80 carat Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Certification: GIA Certif...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
0.50ct Diamond and Ruby Halo Ring. Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.50 carats Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.25 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.8 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: 1.25 carat Cut: Carre Cut Color: I Clarity: SI2 Side Diamond Detai...
White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring. GIA 0.50ct Asscher Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.50ct Center Diamond Cut: Asscher Cut Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Certification: GIA Certificat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Important Platinum Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco platinum engagement ring, handcrafted, set with a 6.03ct. cushion cut diamond graded D/VVS2 and GIA certified #:14474309.
Diamond, Platinum
1.70 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a platinum Art Deco style diamond engagement ring. The focal point of this piece is a certified 1.70 carat emerald cut diamond which sits slightly risen in four-clawed s...
Diamond, Platinum
0.50 Carat Diamond Halo Ring.Asscher Cut Diamond Emerald Halo Ring JVS2 Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.50 carats Center Diamond Cut: Asscher Cut Center Diamond Color: J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Secondary Stones:...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Asscher Cut Aquamarine Ring. 1.20ct Aquamarine Round Diamond Engagement ring
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Secondary Stones: Diamonds Aquamarine Weight: Approx 1.20 Carats Total Diamond Weight: Approx 0.40 Carats Aquamarine Cut: Asscher Cut Dia...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.09 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 4.25 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.6 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # 5192597980 Shape: Square Step Cut Carat Weight: 1.09 cara...
White Diamond, Platinum
Three Stone Aquamarine Ring. 2.90TCW Aquamarine with Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 1.85 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Step Cut Secondary Stones: Aquamarines and Diamonds Aquamarine Weight: 1.05 car...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Diamond And Emerald Ring. 0.50ct Diamond Emerald Halo Engagement Ring H VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.50 carats Center Diamond Cut: Asscher Cut Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Certification: GIA Certi...
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
GIA 3 Carat Diamond Ring. Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Halo Engagement Ring IVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 3.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: I Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Center Diamond Setting: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Natural Baguette Diamond Ring Solid 14k Yellow Gold Designer Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
The stones are meticulously arranged in both vertical and horizontal directions to catch the light from all angles. Art Deco GeometryThe strong square perimeter combined with clean ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond & Sapphire Band Style Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Wed always love the combination of diamonds & sapphires!! Ring Details Material: 14K Yellow & White Gold Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Head Width: 4.2mm Head Height: 4.1mm Shank Width: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Triangles/Kite Diamond Ring — IGI Certified
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A one-of-a-kind vintage platinum ring featuring two triangular step-cut diamonds set apex-to-apex in a stunning kite silhouette, surrounded by a halo of round brilliants and tapered ...
Diamond
Platinum, Green Sapphire & Diamond Ring, Mid Century
Located in London, England
The stepped shoulders, millegrain detailing, and bold geometry reflect the enduring influence of Art Deco design as it evolved into the sleek elegance of the 1940s and 1950s.
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified .81 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6.95 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.8 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # 2195680286 Shape: Square Step Cut Carat Weight: .81 carat ...
White Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1 Carat Asscher Cut Engagement Ring. Diamond Sapphire Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1. Carats Center Diamond Cut: Asscher Cut Diamond Color: G Color Diamond Clarity: VS2 Clarity Certification: GIA Certifi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Estate Ruby & Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Rich crimson rubies create a striking ribbon of color across this elegant estate ring, culminating in a beautifully matched oval ruby at its center. Crafted in polished 18k white go...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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.
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