7.09 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Timeless Brilliance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 7.09 carats, emerald, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Brilliant White. The silhouette i...
White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2.02 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring 18K Rose Gold Everyday Royalty
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.02 carats, emerald, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
5.19 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Refined Grandeur
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.19 carats, emerald, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K Yello...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.37 Carat Asscher Statement Brilliant White Everyday Royalty Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4.37 carats, asscher, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Brilliant W...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
17.88 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Unparalleled Brilliance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 17.88 carats, emerald, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Brilliant White. Chosen and comp...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.1 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Refined Grandeur
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.1 carats, emerald, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.91 Carat Asscher Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Grand Palais Radiance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 11.91 carats, asscher, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 1...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
1.88 Carat Assher Brilliant Statement Brilliant White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.88 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Bri...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.51 Carat Emerald Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Signature Sophistication
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.51 carats, emerald, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.65 Carat Heart Shape Statement Brilliant Graceful Brilliance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.65 carats, heart shape, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 14K Ro...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique French Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 0.81 carat sapphire and 0.71 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collectio...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.02 Carat Asscher Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Everyday Royalty
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4.02 carats, asscher, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant White. The silhou...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$1,925,000 / item
19.3 Carat Radiant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 19.3 carats, radiant, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Brilliant White. Every decision is made for visual...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10.5 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Palais Radiance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10.5 carats, heart shape, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. The silhouette i...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
5.42 Carat Asscher Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.42 carats, asscher, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K White Gold. It wears w...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.78 Carat Asscher Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold A Classic Statement
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.78 carats, asscher, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. The silhouette is di...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
5 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant 18K Gold Refined Grandeur Collector-Grade
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, oval, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Brilliant White. The setting pri...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
22.1 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold High Jewellery Supremacy
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 22.1 carats, oval, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Brilliant White. The silhouet...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$159,500 / item
5.05 Carat Asscher Diamond Ring Fancy Yellow 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.05 carats, asscher, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Fancy Yellow. It wears with authority without shou...
Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.04 Carat Asscher Statement Brilliant Gold Graceful Brilliance Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.04 carats, asscher, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 14K White ...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.02 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Timeless Brilliance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.02 carats, heart shape, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
4.4 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Everyday Royalty
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4.4 carats, round brilliant, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. The silhouett...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
4 Carat Cushion Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Classic Statement Heirloom
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4 carats, cushion, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Brilliant White. Chosen and c...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
12.2 Carat Radiant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Grand Palais Radiance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 12.2 carats, radiant, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K Gold. The...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
3.72 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant 18K Gold A Classic Statement Signature
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3.72 carats, oval, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K Go...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
10.02 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold High Jewellery Supremacy
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10.02 carats, oval, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant White. It wears wit...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
11.13 Carat Asscher Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 11.13 carats, asscher, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 1...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.72 Carat Radiant Diamond Ring Brilliant 18K Gold Quiet Power Collector-Grade
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3.72 carats, radiant, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Brilliant White. The silhou...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
4.09 Carat Asscher Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold A Classic Statement
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4.09 carats, asscher, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Brilliant White. Me...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2.01 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Ring Brilliant 18K Gold Quiet Power Heirloom
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.01 carats, heart shape, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K Gold....
White Diamond, 18k Gold
$13,268Sale Price|20% Off
Dome Ring 54 Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
This timeless design traces its roots back to the illustrious Art Deco era, where the opulence of platinum and white gold jewelry reigned supreme.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,750,000 / item
22.35 Carat Radiant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 22.35 carats, radiant, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Brilliant White. Chosen and composed for photogra...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.11 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Flawless-Level Presence
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10.11 carats, oval, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. Clarity: FL/IF. Every ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
15.25 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold High Jewellery Supremacy
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 15.25 carats, oval, diamond ring. A connoisseur-led design where the face-up stays calm, crisp, and intentionally luxurious. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
3.21 Carat Cushion Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold A Classic Statement
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 3.21 carats, cushion, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
7.54 Carat Oval Statement Ruby Radiant Elegance Modern Classic Diamond ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 7.54 carats, oval, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Ruby R...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
9.94 Carat Emerald Band 18K Gold Radiant Elegance Heirloom Eternity Diamond ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 9.94 carats, emerald, band, diamond band. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K Gol...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
6.01 Carat Asscher Halo Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Refined Grandeur
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 6.01 carats, asscher, halo, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K Gol...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.71 Carat Emerald Halo Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Embodying the refined elegance of the Art Deco era, this stunning diamond ring features a breathtaking emerald H SI1 1.71 center stone, beautifully secured in a classic prong setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Ring natural 1.75ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold / ØUS 7.75 /2.8gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period Sapphire and Diamonds Ring made between ca. 1920 - 1940s.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.61 Carat Pear Statement Brilliant White Gold Pure Sophistication Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.61 carats, pear, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Brilliant White. The...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
7.02 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 7.02 carats, round brilliant, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant White. Ev...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.77ct Marquise Lab Diamond 14K Two-Tone Gold Engagement Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K solid yellow gold with a white gold halo setting. Marquise-cut lab-grown diamond centre. Round brilliant pavé halo in white gold. Pavé diamond band — both shoulders, full visible...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
6.16 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Signature Sophistication
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 6.16 carats, oval, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant White. Every decisio...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Emerald Halo Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Embodying the refined elegance of the Art Deco era, this stunning diamond ring features a breathtaking emerald F VS2 2.01 center stone, beautifully secured in a classic prong setting.
Diamond, Platinum
4.41 Carat Cushion Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Effortless Elegance
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4.41 carats, cushion, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. It wears with author...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.98 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 4.98 carats, round brilliant, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Brilliant W...
White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2.63 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K Gold Quiet Power Modern Classic
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.63 carats, oval, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K Gold. The si...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
1.51 Carat Asscher Statement Brilliant White Gold Refined Light Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 1.51 carats, asscher, statement ring, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Bri...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,876Sale Price|24% Off
IGI Certified 5.51ct Natural Oval-Cut Cabochon Tanzanite & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gold Weight: 6.4 grams Band Style: Split Band Band Width: Approx. 2mm Ring Size: US 7 (Resizable & Custom Made To All Sizes) 🎨 Design Inspiration: Inspired by Art Deco eleg...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.01 Carat Emerald Brilliant Statement Brilliant Gold Quiet Power Diamond Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 2.01 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Brilliant White. Every dec...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
8.51 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8.51 carats, round brilliant, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Brilliant W...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.31 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 14K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5.31 carats, round brilliant, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Brilliant White. The sett...
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
11.18 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 11.18 carats, round brilliant, diamond ring. A serious diamond ring with disciplined selection—meant to read clean at normal viewing distance. Colour family: Brilliant ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.29 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 8.29 carats, round brilliant, diamond ring. Designed to feel like a personal signature: refined, wearable, and unmistakably high-end. Colour family: Brilliant White. Ev...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
15.35 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Brilliant White 18K White Gold
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 15.35 carats, round brilliant, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Brilliant White. Metal: 18K White Gold. C...
White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
7.38 Carat Oval Diamond Ring Mixed 18K White Gold Refined Grandeur Heirloom
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 7.38 carats, oval, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Mixed / Other. Metal: 18K White Gold...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
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.