Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.40 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing approximately 1.40 carat. The ring features an additional 0.80 carat of Diamonds on the setting. Circa 193...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond at the center weighing approximately 1.00 carat, I color, VS2 clarity. The ring also features smaller accenting Round cut ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.51 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old European cut Diamond at the center, weighing 1.51 carat, I color, VVS2 clarity, GIA #2125965759. The ring features smaller accenti...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Cushion Shape Old Mine Diamond Ring, American, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Art Deco cushion shape old mine diamond ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond, J colour, VVS2 clarity, with a weight of 3.24 carats in an open back rubover settin...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 0.80 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old Mine cut Diamond at the center weighing approximately 0.80 carat, H color, VS2 clarity. The ring features smaller accenting Round cut Diamonds ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.80ct Emerald and Diamond Halo Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This eye catching cluster ring from the Art Deco period featured a luscious green emerald at its centre, surrounded by a halo of old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum, with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat, G color, VS2 clarity. The ring features accenting Baguette and Single cut Diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Three-Stone Halo Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This stunning art deco ring is has three diamonds, vertically set and perfectly haloed by french cut rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1930s Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Squarred Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
The setting of this Art Deco diamond ring is square with cut sides.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 3.00 Carat Star Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Cabochon Star Ruby weighing approximately 3.00 carats, and small Old European cut Diamonds on the setting weighing approximately a total of 1.60 car...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 1.42 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.42 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
3.16 Carats Total Art Deco Style Marquise & Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.5 This incredible Art Deco platinum and diamond ring is a radiant embodiment of timeless glamour and sophistication.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.60 Carat Colombian Emerald 0.30 Carat Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique 1930s emerald dress ring has been crafted in 14k white gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
SSEF Certified 2.22 Carats Colombian Emerald and Diamond Art-Deco Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Charming Art-Déco ring, set with a cushion-shaped, luminous Colombian emerald of 2.22 ct, minor enhancement, within a surround of 18 rose-cut diamonds in mille-grain settings.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,860Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite cocktail ring captures the timeless elegance of the Art Deco era with a modern, sophisticated twist.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum and Rose Cut Oval Ring. GIA 2ct Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum I VVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Rose Cut Center Diamond Color: I Color Center Diamond Clarity: VVS2 Certification: GIA C...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Heart Shaped Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
In the centre of this heart shaped ring is a cushion cut sapphire. It weighs 0.50 carat and is a natural stone. It has a rich blue colour and is rib over set. Surrounding the sapphir...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1930s Art Deco Diamond Paving 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold and platinum. Important Art Deco ring, its signet-style setting is set on its top, in a square decoration, with a set of antique cushion-cut and rose-cut d...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Art Deco 1920s 2.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 2.00 carats. The ring features Single cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.50 carats an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Late Art Deco 0.55 Carat Transitional Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A lovely 0.55 carat transitional cut diamond gleams in this engagement ring dating to the 1930s. It is an H colour and VS2 clarity and is claw set in a platinum illusion style settin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 18K Gold Square Four Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco beautiful gold cluster ring, set with four diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Flanked Solitaire Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 7...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco flanked solitaire diamond ring, early 20th Century.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco flanked solitaire diamond ring. Set to centre with a single rectangular emerald-cut diamond, H colour, VVS1 clarity with a weight of 3.02 carats in an open back claw setting...
Diamond, Platinum
1.02 Carat Ruby Ring made in Platinum 900
Located in Bangkok, TH
Graceful, vibrant, and timeless—this 1.02 Carat Ruby Ring is a refined expression of classic elegance and radiant beauty. At the center of the design rests a captivating 1.02 carat r...
Platinum
2.61 Carat European Cut M-N/VS1 Diamond Vintage Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
EGL Certified Natural 2.61 Carat European Cut M-N color, VS1 clarity Diamond Vintage Art Deco Engagement Ring. Set in a vintage platinum setting with stunning filigree and milgrain f...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Ring. 0.70ct Aquamarine Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 0.70 Carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Secondary Diamond Weight: 0.70 Carats T...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.10 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with and Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.10 carats, I color, VS2 clarity The ring features accenting Diamonds on the setting weighing a t...
Diamond, Platinum
$5,852Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum This antique ring is crafted in 900 platinum and features a striking shield-style design with bezel-set blue sapphires totalin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.57 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing 1.57 carats, H color, SI1-SI2 clarity. The ring features additional Diamonds on the setting. Circa 1930s ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.32 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old European cut center Diamond weighing 1.32 carats, K color, SI2 clarity, GIA #15294979. The ring features small Single cut Diamonds...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.47 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old Mine cut center Diamond weighing 1.47 carat, J color, VS clarity. The ring features 10 additional Diamonds along the setting. Circa 1930s Size...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.70 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 0.70 carat. The ring features small Diamonds on the setting weighing a total of approximately 0.50 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.29 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing approximately 1.29 Carats, E-F color, VS clarity. The ring features 6 smaller Diamonds on the setting that...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.01 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.01 carat, M-N color, VS2 clarity. The ring features small accenting Old European cut Diamonds on ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.75 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 0.75 carat, G color, SI clarity. The ring features small accenting Old European cut Diamonds on the...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat, K color, VS1 clarity. The ring features smaller accenting Old European cut Diamonds on ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
Timeless elegance is on display in this classic trilogy ring. Dating back to the 1930s, this ring features a trio of transitional cut diamonds. The central of the three sits the larg...
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat, I color, VS1 clarity. The ring features accenting Round cut Diamonds on the setting wei...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 0.80 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 0.80 carat, G color, SI1 clarity The ring features accenting small Diamonds on the setting weighing...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 0.95 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond at the center weighing approximately 0.95 carat, G color, SI clarity. The ring features small Diamonds on the setting weig...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.56 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old Mine cut Diamond weighing 1.56 carats, I color, SI1 clarity, GIA #5121926927. The ring features 4 accenting Old European cut Diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.10 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing approximately 1.10 carat, H color, VS2 clarity. The ring features smaller Round and Baguette cut Diamonds ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 4.00 Carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Square Emerald cut Diamond weighing 4.00 carats, K color, VS1 clarity, GIA #12729816 The setting features four Baguette cut Diamonds w...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,724Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Antique Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum This antique cocktail ring is crafted in 900 platinum and features a circular ruby and diamond design with rich red rubies total...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.20 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing a total of approximately 1.20 carats, L color, VS clarity. The ring features additional Diamonds intricate...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut center Diamond weighing a total of approximately 2.50 carats, J color, VS2 clarity. The ring features 8 smaller Diamonds on the se...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.87 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old European cut Diamond at the center weighing 1.87 carat, K Color, VS1 Clarity, GIA #5121821168. The ring features 6 additional smal...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 1.62 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old Mine cut Diamond at the center weighing 1.62 carats, I color, SI1 clarity. The ring features accenting Baguette and Single cut Diamonds on the ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 2.20 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old Mine cut Diamond weighing approximately 2.20 carats, I-J color, SI2 clarity. The ring features small Old European cut Diamonds on the setting w...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 5.15 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old European cut Diamond weighing 5.15 carats, J color, VS1 clarity, GIA #1166969862. The ring also features accenting smaller Old Eur...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 2.15 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old European cut Diamond weighing 2.15 carats, F color, SI1 clarity, GIA #1146620231. The ring features small accenting Old European c...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 4.01 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old Mine cut Diamond weighing 4.01 carats, L color, VS2 clarity, GIA #2165544214 The ring features additional Diamonds and Square cut ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond ring, French, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond ring. Set to centre with a single octagonal emerald-cut Colombian emerald with minor clarity enhancement in an open back claw setting with an a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ring, Gübelin Certified
By Jacob & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Jacob & Co. platinum ring showcases a Gübelin-certified Colombian emerald of remarkable presence, complemented by an exquisite diamond setting that reflects the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 1.45 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.45 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco Style 0.73 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Size K (50)
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful engagement ring expertly paying homage to the Art Deco style.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Aquamarine Diamond Ring. 3ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine Platinum Accent
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 3.00 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.60 cara...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring. 1ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum GSI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: G Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Clarity Certi...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique French 1.77 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.77 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate je...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s 1.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 1.50 carats, H color, SI clarity, and accenting Diamonds on the setting. Circa 1920s Size 6 1/4, re...
Diamond, Platinum
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
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