Double Octagon Gold Ring 14k Solid Gold Ring Minimalist Geometric Design Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Double Octagon Gold Ring 14k Solid Gold Ring Minimalist Geometric Design Ring. Base Metal Rose Gold Certification 14K Hallmarked Metal Rose Gold Width 5mm Approx Material 14K Yellow ...
Gold, 14k Gold
1 Carat Diamond Sapphire Geometric Hexagon Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This sophisticated cocktail ring showcases a stunning approximately 1-carat round brilliant-cut diamond as its focal point, artfully framed within a striking, geometric hexagon-shape...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 18k white gold ring with diamonds and synthetic sapphires, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Geometric Art Deco ring made of 18-karat white gold (0.750 fineness).
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Moissanite Geometric Twisted Open Ring 925 Sterling Silver Ring Gift For Women .
Located in Chicago, IL
Moissanite Geometric Twisted Open Ring 925 Sterling Silver Ring Gift For Women . Main Stone Moissanite Material 925 Sterling Silver A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom ma...
Sterling Silver
$6,720Sale Price|20% Off
Aquamarine Diamond Ring. 3ct Santa Maria Aquamarine Geometric Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Aquamarine Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 3.20-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Round Cut Primary Stone Color: Santa Maria Color Secondary Stone: Diamond Secondary Stone Cut:...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
4.20ct Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Geometric Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 4.20-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: K Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 Clarity Jewelry Type: En...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Sapphire Geometric Shield Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by Art Deco elegance, this Art Deco Diamond Ring offers timeless sophistication and striking contrast.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany and Co Engraved Wedding Ring. Geometric Band Ring Platinum 2.33mm Size 4
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Manufacturer: Tiffany & Co. Jewelry Type: Wedding Band Jewelry Style: Engraved Eternity Band Metal: Platinum Ring Size: 4 US This elegant Tiffany & Co. wedding band features...
Platinum
14k Solid Gold Double Band Stacking Geometric Ring Valentines Women Ring Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Double Band Stacking Geometric Ring Valentines Women Ring Gift. Metal Yellow Gold Ring Size 7 Material Yellow Gold Total Carat Weight 0.25 ctw - 0.49 ctw Metal Purity...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.04 Carat Green Chrysoberyl Cat's Eye and Diamond Platinum Art Deco Style Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Paired with a surrounding halo of round-cut diamonds, weighing 0.25 carats total, and set in an art deco geometric design. The ring is all set in platinum and weighs 5.7 grams.
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Chrysoberyl, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Geometric Cushion Black Enamel Ring
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Black enamel joins with the scintillation of 18k yellow gold for this ring. Black enamel in a rhombus silhouette serves as the crown, while 18k yellow gold strands form four sections...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Artisan Enamel & Tsavorite Diamond Geometric Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This bold geometric ring by Artisan features a central panel of glossy green enamel, surrounded by a frame of 0.81ct vivid tsavorite garnets and accented by 0.10ct diamonds. The subs...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Citrine Ruby Peridot Diamond Geometric Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Expertly crafted in 14K white gold, this design reflects refined Art Deco inspiration while embracing the beauty of a Geometric Citrine Ring.
Ruby, Peridot, Citrine, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1 Carat Old European Cut Ring. Geometric Halo Engagement Platinum Ring H Color
Located in New York, NY
The thoughtful design blends Art Deco influences with timeless sophistication, making it an exceptional choice for collectors and connoisseurs alike.
Diamond, Platinum
$436Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Geometric Round & Baguette Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This sophisticated ring features a striking geometric square cluster set in polished 14K white gold. It showcases a unique multi-dimensional sparkle by artfully combining brilliant r...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$436Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Geometric Round & Baguette Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This sophisticated ring features a striking geometric square cluster set in polished 14K yellow gold. It showcases a unique multi-dimensional sparkle by artfully combining brilliant ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unique Chevron Wedding Ring 14k Gold Natural Diamond 3 Tone Geometric Ring Band.
Located in Chicago, IL
Unique Chevron Wedding Ring 14k Gold Natural Diamond 3 Tone Geometric Ring Band. Total Carat Weight: 0.24 & Under Diamond Weight: 0.16 Cts Approx Diamond Color: H-I Metal Purity: 14k...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
4 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Geometric Ring K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 4.20-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: K Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 Clarity Jewelry Type: En...
Diamond, Platinum
Geometric Ring With Emerald & Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:5.336g,D:0.57ct, ,Emerald:0.75ct,,, US-6.75
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
Geometric Aquamarine Ring. 1.20ct Round Cut and Sapphire Diamond Accent Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Aquamarine Weight: Approx 1.20 Carats Additional Sapphire Weight: Approx 0.20 Carats Additional Diamond Weight: Approx 0.40 Carats Gemstone...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Silvorra Double Row Multisapphire & Diamond Geometric Band Ring in Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
This striking 2.30 carat natural multisapphire half band ring, handcrafted in 925 sterling silver. Featuring 2 x 3 mm precisely cut baguette shaped sapphires in a spectrum of lively ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Geometric Shaped Pave Diamond Long Ring In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:1.54g,D:3.92ct,Slv:10.7gm,, 24X17X57MM
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
0.50 Carat Emerald & Diamond 14K Gold Open Geometric Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1/2 Carat total open gap emerald and diamond geometric band ring in 14k yellow gold. Ring size 6.75, adjustable (USA size). Details: Item Type: Band Ring Metal: 14K Yellow Gold (so...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.05 CTW Geometric Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold, SI1+ Dainty Pavé Band
Located in New York, NY
Clean lines and modern detail come together in this 14K solid gold geometric diamond ring, designed with a delicate pavé setting for a refined everyday sparkle. Featuring 12 natural ...
Diamond, Gold
Vintage Colombian Emerald Diamond Geometric 18K White Gold Engagement Ring 1990s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Vintage Colombian Emerald and Diamond Engagement or Cocktail Ring in 18kt White Gold, 1990s. A composition of striking architectural clarity, this vintage ring centers on a Colombia...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Two Stone Engagement Ring. 0.50 TCW Old Euro Cut Diamond Geometric Platinum JVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stones: Diamonds Total Center Diamond Weight: Approx 0.55 Carats Color: J Clarity: VS2 Cut: Old European Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Total Additional Diam...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Old Cut Diamond & Emerald Target Geometric Cocktail Ring in White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The eye-catching arrangement adds a touch of Art Deco elegance, making it the perfect statement piece for those who appreciate vintage charm with a modern edge.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
925 Silver Geometric Baguette Ruby & Diamond Triple Row Channel Set Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This timeless ruby and diamond band ring is expertly crafted in 925 sterling silver, showcasing a sleek, architectural design. The ring features 3.16 carats of baguette cut natural r...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Platinum and Diamond Dome Ring. GIA 0.80ct Old European Cut Geometric Accent HI1
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 US, Resizable Certification: GIA Certificate Color: H Color Clarity: I1 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Old European Cut Style: Art Deco Jewelry Type: Engage...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,040Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Solid Yellow Gold Geometric Ring set with 0.5 Carat Diamond Baguette
By LÖF
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Astor Ring: Step into the golden age of glamour with The Astor Ring, a refined yet striking testament to modern elegance with an Art Deco soul. Sculpted in 18k gold, its architec...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Geometric Wide Natural Diamond Band 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 geometric diamond band ring features vertical gold bars interspaced with r...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Old European & Round Brilliant Diamond Geometric Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5 Experience the timeless elegance of this exquisite Old European cut & Round Brilliant diamond cocktail ring in 14-karat white gold. Meticulously crafted in an Art Deco ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Hexagonal Halo Natural Diamond Geometric 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. Designed in a hexagon outline, this ring features a round diamond cluster at th...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Geometric Lapis Lazuli Ring, Size 4.5 - 10.8g
By Cartier
Located in Providence, RI
This is a rare vintage Cartier 18k gold ring with a geometric design. The ring features two rectangular squares with lapis lazuli as the main stones. The bezel setting style is used ...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Gold Geometric Disc Open Gold Ring For Women Fine Temperament Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Geometric Disc Open Gold Ring For Women Fine Temperament Jewelry. Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification BIS Hallmark Material 14k Solid Gold Band Width 2 mm Metal Pur...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Channel Geometric Wave Curve Statement Unique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Curved Triple Twist Ring Diamond Channel Geometric Wave Curve Statement Unique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring The winning swing and the architectural purity are the relevant ingredients...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,880Sale Price / item|20% Off
VR Jewels 3.16 Ct Mozambique Ruby Diamond Geometric Bypass Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 3.16 carat emerald-cut ruby and diamond bypass ring is crafted in 14K yellow gold. Each ruby measures approximately 7 x 5 mm and is set in a striking prong setting. The ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,040Sale Price / item|20% Off
A Geometric ring with 0.5 Carat Emerald Baguette set in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By LÖF
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Astor Ring: Step into the golden age of glamour with The Astor Ring, a refined yet striking testament to modern elegance with an Art Deco soul. Sculpted in 18k gold, its architec...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Geometric Round Solitaire Natural Diamond Men 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 geometric diamond ring showcases a round natural diamond bezel set at the ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Channel Set Line Geometric Wave Unique Statement 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
X Twist Layers Ring Diamond Channel Set Line Geometric Wave Unique Statement 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring The winning swing and the architectural purity are the relevant ingredients for...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
Geometric Golden Globe Orb Sphere Diamond Pave 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Geometric Golden Globe Orb Sphere Diamond Pave 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Ring 18 Karat White & Yellow Gold 0.50 cts Diamonds Size 7, Resizable upon request Important Information: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum and Sapphire Ring. 1.60ct Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6 US, Resizable Color: H Color Clarity: VS2 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Sapphire Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite geometric engagement ring show...
Diamond, Sapphire, 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
3 Carat Aquamarine Double Halo Ring. Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 8.5 US, Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Aquamarine, Sapphire Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite geometric gemstone ring showcases a captivat...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.10 Carat Old European Cut Ring. Diamond Engagement Halo Ring Platinum J VS1
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 5.25 US, Resizable Color: J Color Clarity: VS1 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond Center Stone Weight: Approx 1.10ct Stone Cut: Old European Cut Style: Art Deco, Halo Ring, E...
Diamond, Platinum
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
1.65 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire Ring. Baguette Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6 US, Resizable Color: H Color Clarity: VS2 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Sapphire Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite geometric engagement ring show...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2ct Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring 18K Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gold Weight: 7 grams 🎨 Design Inspiration: Inspired by Art Deco luxury, this ring combines geometric precision and layered brilliance to create a captivating, high-impact design
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
IGI-Certified 1ct Rose-Cut Trillion Diamond Mens Iced-Out Signet Ring - 18K Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✨ Diamond & Certification Details: Main Diamond Weight: Approx. 1.08ct Main Stone Type: Natural Rose-Cut Trillion Diamond Color & Clarity: G Color, VS Clarity Side Ston...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$518Sale Price / item|44% Off
Octagon Amethyst Ring Silver, Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - amethyst, weight 3 ct, octagon cut, purple color Enamel -...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$518Sale Price / item|44% Off
Octagon Citrine Ring Silver, Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - citrine, weight 3 ct, octagon cut, yellow color Enamel - ...
Citrine, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$518Sale Price / item|44% Off
Octagon Garnet Ring Silver, Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Garnet Ring Silver, Gold. Red Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone...
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$518Sale Price / item|44% Off
Octagon Peridot Ring Silver, Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Peridot Ring Silver, Gold. Green Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central st...
Peridot, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$518Sale Price / item|44% Off
Octagon Topaz Ring Silver, Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Topaz Ring Silver, Gold. Blue Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone...
Topaz, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$523Sale Price / item|77% Off
Octagon Garnet Ring Silver, Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Garnet Ring Silver, Gold. Black Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central sto...
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$523Sale Price / item|77% Off
Octagon Citrine Ring Silver, Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Citrine Ring Silver, Gold. Black Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central st...
Citrine, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$523Sale Price / item|77% Off
Octagon Topaz Ring Silver, Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Topaz Ring Silver, Gold. Black Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central ston...
Topaz, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$511Sale Price / item|44% Off
Octagon Amethyst Ring Silver, Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Amethyst Ring Silver, Gold. Black Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central ...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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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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.