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Gia Report Old Mine 3.00 Carat Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Art Deco engagement ring finely crafted in platinum with GIA certified Old Mine Cushion cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

EGL Certified .63 Carat Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's diamond Art Deco engagement ring. EGL certified .63ct center diamond in a handmade platinum
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Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.40 Carat Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One GIA certified 2.40 ct. diamond platinum Art Deco engagement ring centering one prong set, old
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.61 Carat Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Star Ruby and diamond 1920's Art Deco engagement ring. GIA certified no heat cabochon star ruby
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Star Ruby, Diamond, Platinum

Platinum 1.14TCW Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
If you are looking for an Art Deco engagement ring with major "wow" factor, this circa 1920-1930
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.19 Carat Brown Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified natural brown European cut diamond three stone Art Deco engagement ring. 2.19ct old
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

0.70 Carat Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted Art Deco Platinum engagement ring with a center Diamond weighing 0.70 carat and
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

IGI 14K 8.25 ct Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 8.25 ct Kunzite&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Kunzite, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Certified PT900 3.30 ct Royal Blue Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Certified PT900 3.30 ct Royal Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* AIGS
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 1...

IGI 18K 4.05 Ct Natural Emerald Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
**IGI 18K Yellow Gold 4.05 Ct Natural Emerald Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring** IGI
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 18K 10.26 ct Royal Blue Sapphire Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 10.26 ct Royal Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* GIA-Certified
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

IGI 14K 1.47 ct Unheated Pink Sapphire Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 1.47 ct Unheated Pink Sapphire Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* The center stone is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

IGI PT950 9.54 Ct Unheated Yellow Sapphire Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI PT950 9.54 Ct Unheated Yellow Sapphire Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* IGI-certified natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

IGI 18K Yellow Gold 3.53 Ct Emerald Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
**IGI-Certified 18K Yellow Gold 3.53 Ct Natural Emerald Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

EGL Certified 2.05 Carat Old Mine Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
The center piece of this 1920's Art Deco engagement ring is a highly desirable 2.05ct old mine
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

IGI 14K 3.26 ct Natural Blue Sapphire&Pink Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 3.26 ct Natural Blue Sapphire&Pink Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* IGI-certified
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

GRS 18K 2.06 ct Unheated Pigeon Blood Ruby Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GRS 18K 2.06 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* GRS-Certified natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

IGI 18K 3.26 ct Natural Green Emerald&Pink Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 3.26 ct Natural Green Emerald&Pink Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring* IGI-certified
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

IGI 14K 2.53 ct Natural Green Emerald&Pink Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 2.53 ct Natural Green Emerald&Pink Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring* IGI-certified natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Pink Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

IGI 14K 4.47 ct Natural Green Emerald&Pink Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 4.47 ct Natural Green Emerald&Pink Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring* IGI-certified
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1920, this diamond engagement ring captures the transition from Edwardian filigree to the
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

IGI 14k 3.65 ct Rarest No Oiled Emerald Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
* IGI 14k 3.65 ct Rarest No Oiled Emerald Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* This stunning piece of
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.17 Carat Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Diamond engagement ring. Round transitional cut center diamond with 12 old European accent
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Engagement Ring, White Gold Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in BALMAIN, NSW
14ct White Gold three stone ring, narrow, low half round, tapered shank with open back, polished
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.16ct Diamond Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is charming platinum engagement ring from the Art Deco era. The ring is centered with a
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20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous ring is from the art deco period and showcases a 1.61 carat Old European Cut diamond
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 2.23 Carat Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Circa 1930s - The center European cut diamond weighs
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Aquamarine Diamond Gold Three-Stone Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1920's Art Deco diamond and aqua engagement ring. .10ct European cut center stone with 2 shield cut
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

.50 Carat Diamond Solid Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1920's Art Deco diamond engagement ring. .50ct Old European cut round diamond in a solid
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

.16 Carat Diamond White Gold Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's double diamond engagement ring. Handmade 14k white gold ring with double square top set with
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

.37 Carat Old European Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
diamonds, approx. total weight .04cts, H, VS Size 6+ and sizable Yellow gold ring and white gold top
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This is the perfect, elegant and vintage 1 carat diamond engagement ring you've been looking for
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring - Transitional Round .48ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 Era: Art Deco Date: 1930s - 1940s Metal Content
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ballerina Round Cut Emerald Unique Art Deco Engagement Ring, Harper
Located in Hertsliya, IL
engagement ring only. Handmade with care. An original design by Silly Shiny Diamonds. Details: * Center
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

1.11 Carat Round Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Aqua and diamond engagement ring. Beautiful bright round aquamarine center stone measuring 1.11cts
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

J. Birnbach 1.22 Round Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful piece of history is a charming example of Art Deco design. The ring features a 1.22
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring - 18k European .88ctw GIA Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Down 1 for $50 or up 2 for $60 Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal
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20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Oval Diamond 1.0 carat Unique Art Deco Engagement ring, contemporary - "Gatsby"
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Beautiful oval shape diamond unique engagement ring, "Gatsby." An original design by Silly Shiny
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring - 14k European .29ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/4 Sizing Fee: Down 1 for $30 or up 2 for $35 Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Moissanite Ring Unique Art Deco Engagement Ring The Mirror Palace.
Located in Hertsliya, IL
A beautiful celebration of step cut diamond dainty and delicate engagement ring. D E T A I L S: ♥
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2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Ring Unique Art Deco Engagement Ring The Mirror Palace
Located in Hertsliya, IL
A beautiful celebration of step cut diamond dainty and delicate engagement ring. D E T A I L S: ♥
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2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K 2.67 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*14K 2.67 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring* The natural intense
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00 Carat Purple Sapphire No Heat Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's late Art Deco sapphire engagement ring. AGL certified center purple oval sapphire set in a
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

IGI 18K 2.31 Carat Emerald &Sapphires Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
** IGI-Certified 18K 2.31 Ct Emerald&Sapphires Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring ** This
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Purple Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sa...

EGL Certified .70 Carat Diamond White Gold Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Old European cut .70 carat EGL Certified diamond engagement ring in 18k white gold
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Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 30.00 Star Sapphire Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1920’s star sapphire engagement ring. GIA certified medium blue high dome cabochon star
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold 0.54ct Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring, Size 6.5
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This Art Deco 18 karat yellow gold ring Contains a solitaire old cut diamond, with a carat weight
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

IGI 18k 11.01ct Natural Emerald&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
** One IGI-Certified 18K White Gold 11.01 Ct Natural Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring ** One IGI
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

GIA Certified .92 Carat Emerald Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ultra-bright emerald cut emerald and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified Colombian emerald
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

EGL Certified .80 Carat Diamond Platinum Edwardian Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
.80 diamond engagement ring. Pierced filigree Edwardian Art Deco old European cut center diamond
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

.80 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1920-1929 Diamond Platinum engagement ring. EGL certified Old European cut center stone
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified F/VS 1.18 Carat Diamond Vintage Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This timeless, 1920s vintage engagement ring exemplifies the sublime magnificence of the Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

EGL Certified 1.31 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond and sapphire engagement ring. Hand engraved pierced filigree platinum setting with calibre
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

0.72ctw Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring 900 Platinum Size 5.75 Round Center
Located in McLeansville, NC
: 8.4 mm Rise Above Finger: 6.3 mm This ring is a size 5 3/4, but it can be resized down 2 sizes for a
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2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

J. Birnbach 7.15 carat European Cut Art Deco Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
characteristic of an antique cut diamond give this stone a beautiful and distinctive sparkle. The platinum Art
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Oval 1.50 carat Moissanite Double Halo Unique Art-Deco Engagement Ring, Monaco
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Art Deco design, Oval 1.5 carat, Halo Moissanite Unique Engagement ring- "Monaco." Monaco is named
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring - 18k Round Brilliant .24ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Era: Art Deco Date: 1930s
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.5 Carat Oval Moissanite Diamond Halo Unique Art Deco Engagement Ring - Glory
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Classic and elegant. Unique oval Moissanite engagement ring - Glory. This list is for the
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

IGI 14K 4.66 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 4.66 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring* Natural intense
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

IGI 14K 2.50 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*14K 2.50 ct Tanzanite&Pink Diamond Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring* Natural intense bluish
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Art Deco Engagement Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact art deco engagement ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 7309 vintage editions and 1314 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an art deco engagement ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing art deco engagement ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Diamonds Mine, Single Stone and Kian Design each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An old european cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and emerald cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an art deco engagement ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Art Deco Engagement Ring?

On average, an art deco engagement ring at 1stDibs sells for $6,500, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $785,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.

Questions About Art Deco Engagement Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Art Deco engagement rings are accessories that were produced during the 1920s and '30s and are characterized by details associated with the Art Deco style. They're often very colorful and feature bold geometric lines as well as gemstones cut in nontraditional ways. While the style got its name from an arts exhibition in Paris in 1925, Art Deco was inspired by Cubism and a shift from Art Nouveau's floral aesthetic. The modern look of Art Deco engagement rings reflects an evolution in fashion, visual art and more, as well as the sweeping societal changes taking hold at the time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage Art Deco engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To know if a ring is Art Deco, examine its style. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Makers often incorporated geometric motifs in jewelry designs. Materials may also provide a clue about the era of the piece. Platinum, rubies, sapphires and emeralds were some of the most common precious metals and gemstones used at the time. Keep in mind that there are many convincing reproductions of Art Deco rings and other high-quality pieces inspired by originals. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or expert within the field of antique jewelry design to evaluate the ring. Shop a selection of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023
    Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were 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. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    What Art Deco rings look like varies from piece to piece. The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and '30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. Jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white, with the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds, there was plenty of color in the jewelry of the era. The excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922 further left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    A variety of stones were used in Art Deco rings. Some commonly used gemstones included sapphires, emeralds, turquoise, coral, rubies, jade and onyx. Makers also created rings out of diamonds during this period. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Deco rings from some of the world's top dealers.