Diamond &Black Onyx Art Deco Style Three Stone 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 3.20 g.
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond &Black Onyx Art Deco Style Three Stone 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 3.20 g.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
$640Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style Engraved Jade Black Onyx Ruby Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Jade cabochon measuring 19x28mm surmounted by a Round Ruby Cabochon in a Black Onyx ring and set in a 14k yellow gold bezel...Th...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Emerald Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1950s Art Deco Style Cultured Pearl Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
In the Art Deco ring style, the white gold setting of this antique ring is openwork and formed of 4x2 flat claws that hold a rectangular onyx slightly rounded on 2 sides.
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,755Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Sardinia Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is inspired by Art Deco Style and it is available also with Turquoise, Emerald or Ruby.
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,755Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Oval Cut Opal White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has Handcut Onyx. This Ring is inspired by Art Deco Style and it is available also with a Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Red Coral, an Emerald, a Ruby or a Turquoise.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cushion Shape London Blue Topaz & Onyx Emerald Diamond Art Deco White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This bold and colorful Art Deco style ring highlights a gorgeous gleaming emerald cut London blue topaz framed in eye-catching contrast by French cut emerald and black onyx.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Emerald Sapphire Onyx Art Deco Style Marquise Shape Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Total weight: 3.39 g.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
$4,041Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 5.25 Carat White Diamond Ruby Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Deco Style Onyx Marcasite Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Onyx dome ring with three stripes of marcasite set on a sterling silver band. US size 4.5. Marked: 925 HL. Age wear, tiny onyx chip on edge by band.
Marcasite, Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,296Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Turquoise Onyx 0.18 Carat White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,837Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Cabochon Cut Opal Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Art Deco Ring - 10k Oval Cabochon Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Onyx Cut: Oval Cabochon Color: Black Natural Dia...
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.60 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Octagonal Ring with Onyx
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old Mine cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.60 carat, J color, SI1 clarity. The ring features an Onyx and a halo of Single cut Diamonds. Circa 19...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
$1,722Sale Price|25% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Opal Onyx Red Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
An Art-Deco Style Cabochon Cut Onyx, Ruby & Rose Cut Diamond Gold & Silver Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Unique Art-Deco Style Ring exquisitely crafted in 18K White Gold Gold & Silver (Silver Gilt) designed as a eye-catching multi-gem cluster centrally set with 3 Cabochon Cut Onyxe...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, Silver
$2,388Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Emerald Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 1925 White Gold Black Onyx w/ Diamond Engraved Work Date Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.03ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Cut Corners Rectangular Cut - Bez...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D Art Deco Mosaic Onyx and Cushion-Cut Diamond Ring Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco mosaic ring is centered with a 1.73 carat cushion-cut natural diamond, framed by a striking geometric composition of jet-black onyx totaling 0.81 carats.
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
$1,038Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14K Gold & 800 Silver Art Deco Style Onyx & Red Coral Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite estate piece beautifully channels the bold, high-contrast romanticism of the art decò eras, boasting a substantial total weight of 8.10 grams.
Onyx, Diamond, Coral, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Sophia D Art Deco Mosaic Pear-Shaped Diamond and Onyx Ring Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco mosaic ring features two pear-shaped natural diamonds totaling 2.04 carats, arranged in a striking offset composition.
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
$2,939Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 0.35 Carat White Diamond Onyx Jade Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$680Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Carved Black Onyx 14k Gold Ruby Cab Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an engraved Black Onyx Classic surmounted by an Oval Ruby Cabochon measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14K yellow gold......The shank is in 14k White Go...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 0.45ct Antique Old Cut Diamond Square Black Onyx 9ct Gold Signet Ring
Located in SYDNEY, AU
This magnificent Art Deco style ring features a large rectangular shaped black onyx inlayed with a 0.45ct early brilliant cut natural diamond at the centre, double claw-set to a 9ct ...
Diamond, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Orange Red Coral & Black Diamond Emerald Onyx Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An strikingly dramatic, classic Art Deco colors and design artfully combine in this ultra chic dinner ring.
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,490Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Emerald Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,800Sale Price|25% Off
Cabochon Onyx White Sapphire and Enamel Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A timeless treasure for the modern muse with a love for classic drama. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 9K White Gold Weight: 6.25 g.
Sapphire, Onyx, Enamel, White Gold, 9k Gold
$7,348Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 1.00 Carat White Diamond Turquoise Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has also Handcut Onyx. This Ring is inspired by Art Deco.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sophia D Art Deco East-West Emerald-Cut Diamond and Onyx Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco-inspired ring features a 1.30-carat east-west set emerald-cut diamond as its centerpiece, emphasizing sleek geometry and refined elegance.
Diamond, Onyx
0.25 Carat Total Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Black Onyx Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
A fascinating fashion ring, featuring a cushion shaped rectangular onyx accented by a bezel-set old European cut diamond at the center. Flanked by two more old European cut diamonds....
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Black Onyx Diamond Oval Dome Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold M / 6.5
Located in SYDNEY, AU
This Art Deco style ring features a large oval black onyx adorned with seven sparkling natural brilliant cut diamonds at the centre, in a flower cluster setting.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,020Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Ruby Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Natural Green Onyx Cab Gold Diamonds Black Enamel Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
21 Carat Natural Green Onyx oval cab ( 16,7 mm. x 14 mm.) ,12 round full cut diamonds of 0,05 ct. each,for total diamonds weight of 0,6 carat.4.7 grams of 14 kt. white gold,black ena...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
London Blue Topaz & Diamond and Black Onyx Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An oval deep blue hue London blue topaz glistens from within a sleek bezel and is framed by glittering diamonds punctuated with French cut onyx frame. 14K White Gold. Ring Informatio...
Diamond, Onyx, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Orange Red Coral Diamond Emerald Black Onyx Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ready to wear from day to evening with style and grace. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Total weight: 4.88 g.
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,296Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Ruby Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$640Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style Engraved Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Jade cabochon measuring 19x28mm surmounted by a Round Ruby Cabochon in a Black Onyx ring and set in a 14k yellow gold bezel...Th...
Diamond, Onyx, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Late Deco 1.01ct Diamond and Onyx Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1940's is this exquisite platinum and diamond ring featuring a halo of prominent French cut black onyx's, totalling to 0.24 carats. Highlighted by the black onyx's...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
$2,847Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 3.75 Carat White Diamond Blue Sapphire Onyx Yellow Gold Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Circa 1920s Art Deco Onyx and Pearl Ring in Two Tone 14K Gold - VHK#125
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa 1920s Art Deco Onyx and Pearl Ring in Two Tone 14K Gold - VHK#125 Item Details Circa: 1920s Metal Type: 14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 3.2 grams Ring Size: US 4.5 (Resiz...
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 9 Carat Carved Emerald, Diamond and Black Onyx Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* An art-deco 9.80 carat Zambian Emerald carving, Diamond and Black Onyx cocktail ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx
Antique 10K Yellow Gold Swivel Ring with Onyx and Cameo, Art Deco
Located in Sewickley, PA
One side showcases a sleek black onyx panel, centered with a a diamond to give a bold classic art deco inspired look.
Onyx, 10k Gold
Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Rectangular Onyx w/ Inset Diamond Ring Size 5.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 0.20ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Rectangular Cut - Bezel Set - Black...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Onyx Diamond Art Deco Ring - 18k Vintage Filigree Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Onyx Color: Black Natural...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
$640Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style Black Onyx Carved Ball Ruby 14k White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant 14 K White Gold ring composed of an engraved Natural Black Onyx Ball measuring 18 mm in diameter surmounted by a Ruby Round Cabochon of 6 mm. in diameter set in ...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco inspired 1.56 carat pear shape emerald diamond platinum onyx ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco inspired ring is a bold and beautifully structured composition of color, contrast, and architectural precision.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
$3,215Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Ruby Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Carved Jade and Black Onyx 14k White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Black Onyx cabochon surmounted by a stylized Burmese jade round flower with a small diamond in the center...The shank is also i...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 2.27 Carat Total Weight Old European Cut Diamond and Onyx 3-Stone Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite Art Deco era 3-stone ring composed of platinum.
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Unisex Art Deco Handmade Multicolored Gold Ring with Onyx Inlay from 1931
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt.
10k Gold
French 1930 Art Deco Geometric Coral Onyx Ring 18Kt Gold With 1.20 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A French art deco cocktail ring. An statement geometric ring, created in Paris France during the art deco period, back in the 1930.
Onyx, White Diamond, Diamond, Coral, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Art Deco style 1.68 carat old European cut diamond onyx emerald platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful Art Deco style diamond, onyx, and emerald ring brings together antique-inspired romance, bold contrast, and refined contemporary craftsmanship.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Ostby & Barton Onyx Diamond Art Deco Men's Ring - Yellow Gold 10k Rectangular
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Brand: Ostby & Barton Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natura...
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,176Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Black Onyx Fan Shape Open Ring with Diamonds in 18k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Black Onyx Fan Shape Open Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural onyx of 0.99 carats and diamonds of 0.24 carats.
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Art-Deco Style Cross Shaped Design Emerald, Diamond and Onyx Cocktail Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art-Deco Style Cross Shaped Design Emerald, Diamond and Onyx Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Black Onyx Ring Victorian 14 Karat White Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special antique Victorian to Art Deco ring with an oval shape panel of Black Onyx with a central Old Mine Cut Diamond set in 14 Karat Gold.
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
$7,000
Onyx and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Onyx and Diamond Ring A yellow gold ring set with an octagonal black onyx centered with a antique cut diamond, with openwork detailing along the sides. Approximate Diamond Weight...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Deco Music Sheet Ring Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Onyx
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era ring (circa 1920s), crafted in 14 karat white gold.
Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Onyx Art Deco Style Octagonal Jewelry Set in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Celebrating the bold geometry of the Art Deco period, this elegant jewelry set features a matching ring and earrings centered with brilliant diamonds framed by polished black onyx an...
Onyx, Diamond, 14k 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 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.