Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Tablet Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a superb ruby and diamond tablet ring crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at the height of design.
20th Century Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Tablet Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a superb ruby and diamond tablet ring crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at the height of design.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum Eternity Band with Princess Cut Diamonds Weighing 4.42 Ct. Total
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A classic eternity band set with twenty one princess cut diamonds in a platinum mounting. Each diamond weighs an average .21cts.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style Platinum Halo Diamond Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The gallery of the ring is amazing as well with two burnish/bezel set princess cut diamonds on each side with the ring's gallery having a detailed Art Deco inspired finish.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$3,572Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Princess Cut Engagement Ring SI/HI Certified Diamond Prong Set
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond engagement ring, available in solid 18K gold, is crafted with unmatched precision and p...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.00 CT Solitaire Princess Cut Moissanite Ring 14k Yellow Gold Gift For Her.
Located in Chicago, IL
1.00 CT Solitaire Princess Cut Moissanite Gift For Her. 14k Yellow Gold A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order. Our approx time is about 6 - 10 business days. Th...
14k Gold
Ornately Engraved Platinum Band with Seven Princess Cut Diamonds Across The Top
Located in Palm Beach, FL
While actually a modern ring, it does exude all of the style and quality of fine Art-Deco period jewelry, including ornately engraved surfaces on all sides.
Diamond, Platinum
$210Sale Price / item|50% Off
Princess Cut Moissanite Three Stone Ring in Gold Plated Silver for Fiance Gift
Located in New York, NY
Moissanite Three Stone Ring in rose gold plated sterling silver. You shall need these three stone ring to make a statement with your look. These Moissanite three stone ring create a ...
Other, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
3.78 Carat Princess Cut Cubic Zirconia Lustre Designer Full Eternity Band Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
The timeless elegance of this full eternity ring showcases a combination of seventeen perfectly matched princess cut cubic zirconia interspersed with 34 smaller round brilliant cut c...
Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
2.87 Carat Princess Cut Cubic Zirconia Halo Engagement Bridal Wedding Band Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
This spectacular ring oozes charm and elegance. It's centre stone is a breath-taking 2.87ct princess cut surrounded by a halo of 0.87ct smaller brilliant cuts. Set in 925 sterling ...
Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
IGI Certified 3.11tcw Three-Stone Princess-Cut Diamond Statement Cocktail Band
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✨ Diamond & Certification Details: Main Stone Weight: Approx. 3.11tcw Main Stone Type: Natural Princess-Cut Diamonds Color & Clarity: G Color, VS Clarity Side Stones: Natu...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Princess Cut Invisible Set Diamond Oval Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Very modern, sparkly, and gold with a beautiful yellow tone engagement ring. Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750 Stones- 1 Red Oval Ruby 0.86 Carats, 16 Princess Cut Diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$31,500Sale Price / item|20% Off
4.53Ct SI Clarity HI Color Princess Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
4.53Ct SI Clarity HI Color Princess Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring 14k White Gold With three striking princess-cut diamonds set side-by-side in a bold prong setting, this ring represe...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.00 CT Solitaire Princess Cut Moissanite Ring 925 Sterling Silver Gift For Her.
Located in Chicago, IL
1.00 CT Solitaire Princess Cut Moissanite Ring 925 Sterling Silver Gift For Her. A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order. Our approx time is about 6 - 10 business da...
Sterling Silver
TJD 2Carat Round, Baguette & Princess Cut Diamond 14K White Gold Bridal Set Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This Round Diamond Frame Bridal Set Ring is expertly crafted in 14 Karat White Gold and 2.0 Carat Diamond features 100 Round cut, 19 Baguette and 4 princess-cut White diamonds set in...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 2Carat Round & Princess Cut Diamond 14K White Gold Stackable Bridal Set Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Truly exquisite diamond bridal set ring is sure to be admired for the inherent classic beauty and elegance within its design. The total weight of diamonds 2.0 carat, H-I color, I2 Cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$39,375Sale Price|20% Off
4.53Ct SI Clarity HI Color Princess Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
4.53Ct SI Clarity HI Color Princess Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring 18k White Gold With three striking princess-cut diamonds set side-by-side in a bold prong setting, this ring represe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Round & Princess Cut 14KT White Gold Crossover Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Add sparkle to your day or night look with this wide wedding band. The band is crafted from 14 karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and features 26 Round and 9 prince...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Cabochon Emerald & Princess Cut Diamonds in 18K Gold Bezel Set Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
0.34 carat cabochon cut bezel set emerald ring, adorned with channel set princess cut diamond side stones, all set in 18k yellow gold. The emerald is a vibrant bright green hue with ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
1.84 Carat Colombian Emerald and Princess Cut Diamond in 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Emerald-cut Colombian Emerald mounted in 14k solid yellow gold ring set with princess-cut diamond accents. A superb quality Emerald with a vivid, bright green, color hue. This Emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Square Princess Cut Red Pink Ruby Antique Style Eternity Band White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A beautiful ruby eternity band inspired by the Art Deco era. This lovely ring features a row of luscious French cut rubies, which rest in a continuous channel setting. Each delicate ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Diamond Wedding Band. 3ct Princess Cut Diamond Eternity Band H VS1 VS2
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 5.5 US, Resizable Color: H Color Overall Clarity: VS1-VS2 Clarity Overall Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Princess Cut Style: Art Deco Width Of Band: 2.95mm Band...
Diamond, Platinum
18K White Gold 1.35tcw Princess Cut Emerald Wedding Band, Unisex Medium Green
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our Unisex Emerald Band Ring, a stunning and versatile piece that harmoniously blends an array of medium green princess-cut emeralds. These captivating emeral...
Emerald, 18k Gold
TJD 1.50 Carat Round & Princess Cut Diamond 14K White Gold Stackable Bridal Set
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This Round Diamond Bridal set Ring is crafted in 14K white gold showcases 1.50 carats of sparkling 119 round and 4 princess-cut diamond set in micro prong and pave and micro pave set...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Experience timeless elegance with this exquisitely crafted stunning and royal-looking ring, crafted in 18K gold (5.23gms). Its design is classic and eye-catching, making it a premium...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
TJD 1.50 Carat Round & Princess Cut Diamond 14K White Gold Stackable Bridal Set
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This Stackable shank Diamond Bridal set ring is accentuated with 157 brilliant round and 9 princess-cut diamonds beautifully set in nick, prong and micro-prong setting. The total dia...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow gold 1.00 CT Solitaire Princess Cut Moissanite Ring Gift For Her.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Yellow gold 1.00 CT Solitaire Princess Cut Moissanite Silver Gift For Her. Purity:- 14k yellow gold 14k Hallmark A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order. Ou...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.50Carat Round and Princess-cut Diamond 14K White Gold Multi-row tiara Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Treat your princess with this dazzling diamond multi-row diamond tiara ring that perfectly fits her style. The ring is crafted by our inhouse experts in 14 karat white gold and studd...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Ring, Size 6.5 - 3.8g
Located in Providence, RI
This vintage ring displays the timeless elegance from the art deco era
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Wedding Band Set - Pair of Princess Cut Diamond Wedding Bands 14K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A pair of matching wedding band with eight princess cut diamond on each ring. The total weight of diamond is approximately 1.92 carat (0.12 carat each) with G-H color and VS2-SI1 cla...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 1.50 Carat Round and Princess Cut 14KT White Gold Halo Stackable Bridal Set
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Round Natural Diamond Bridal set Ring. This ring is beautifully designed and micro-prong, micro-pave, pave and nick set with 173 round brilliant and 4 princess-cut diamonds...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Round & Princess Cut Diamond 14 KT Yellow Gold Square Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and classic, this diamond ring is beautifully crafted in 14 KT Solid yellow gold. The wide band is lined with rows of sparkling 44 round and 12 princess cut diamonds in secu...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.07 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Art Deco Men's Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Whether you're looking for a special gift for a loved one or a statement piece for yourself, this 2.07 carat emerald cut emerald diamond art deco ring is sure to impress.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1930 Platinum halo Ring with Diamonds and Blue Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
Period: 1920-30´s Style: Art Deco Metal: Platinum Stone: Natural Diamonds & Blue Sapphires Ring size: 7 (sizable).
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
TJD 0.33 Carat Princess/ Round Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This engagement ring features 0.33 ct of lined diamonds. Expertly Crafted of sparkling 14 karat solid Yellow gold in high polish finish and set with 30 sparkling round and 2 Princess...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.87 Carat Yellow and White Diamond Princess Cut 18K 3 Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A three-stone 18K two-tone white and yellow gold engagement ring featuring a fancy yellow radiant-cut diamond center set in yellow gold prongs, flanked by two matching white princess...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.75 Carat Princess Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Halo Engagement Bridal Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Hand-crafted by our in-house experts in 18 karat white gold with 1.00ct Princess center stone and 0.75ct of diamond lined on frame and shank studded with 26 round cut and 1 princess ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,577Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Art Deco Style 18ct Gold Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in Portland, England
Attractive and elegant 18ct Gold Art Deco Style Diamond Plaque Ring. This beautiful ring is set with bright twenty four round brilliant-cut diamonds with migraine details around the ...
Diamond, Gold
TJD 1 Carat Round and Princess Cut Diamond 14K White Gold Multi-row Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Simple yet dramatic designed multi-row diamond wedding band is studded with 1.0 Carat 104 round brilliant and 5 princes-cut diamond set in prong and stackable prong setting. Total Di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
7.00 ct natural aquamarine diamond ring - Princess Diana aquamarine ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Princess diana aquamarine ring replica. This gorgeous light blue aquamarine ring will impress everyone around you. It features a large emerald 7.00 carat gemstone, adorned with 0.72 ...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Square Princess Cut Green Emerald & Diamond Channel Half Eternity 14KW Gold Band
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Fabulous square emeralds and dazzling diamonds alternatively adorn this channel set half eternity band. The green emeralds and white diamonds exude a stunning contrast. 14K White Gol...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat 18 Karat White Gold Classic 3 Stone Princess Cut Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring charm to your look with this diamond ring. The ring is crafted from 18 karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and features Round 3 Princess cut diamonds and secur...
18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 0.50 Total Carat Weight Ruby and Diamond Ring Rose Gold 14k
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco 0.50 Total Carat Weight Ruby and Diamond Ring Rose Gold 14kThe ring features a red ruby princess cut weighting approx 0.44 carat and a single diamond weighting approx 0.06 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco Style 1.74ct TW Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Fabulous Mid Century diamond engagement ring set with a combined total weight of 1.74 carat. This set is gorgeous, and has lots of bling! Would make a fantastic wedding set ...
Diamond, Platinum
Princess Halo Solitaire Natural Diamond 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 square halo diamond ring features a princess-cut natural diamond as its ce...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.63ct Princess Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
0.63ct Princess Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold Spoil your future spouse with this 0.63ct Princess Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring by Trilogy. Crafted in 18ct Whit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
New Art Deco Style Sapphires Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Garter Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold. This Art Deco-style garter ring is set with alternating degree-cut sapphires and princess-cut diamonds, all in millegrain settings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.10 Carat Princess Cut Diamond 14K White Gold Half Eternity Band Size 6.25
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Princess Cut Diamond Half Eternity Band in 14 Karat White Gold with 1.10 Carat Total Weight Natural Colorless Diamonds. This 14K white gold diamond band features a continuous row of ...
Diamond, White Gold
Princess Halo Diamond Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)- Ready to Ship
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 princess cut diamond ring features a square center framed by a halo of nat...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Princess Halo Emerald Gem Natural Diamond 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. Centered with an emerald-cut aquamarine, this ring is bordered by a halo of na...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Handmade Platinum 7.90 Ct. Round Princess Cut and Marquise Diamond Eternity Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Stones- 32 Marquise Diamonds F-G Color VS1-VS2 Clarity 5.50 Carats, 14 Round Diamonds and 7 Princess Cut Diamonds F-G Col...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Style Double Princess Blue Topaz & Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This beautiful Vintage inspired blue topaz ring is centered with two square cut blue topaz and accented with sparkling diamond halo. The ring is craft of gold. Adorn yourself with th...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Onyx Ring Art Déco Style Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and onyx ring ring features 4 large princess cut diamonds (1.01 carats total) in a custom cut black onyx frame, lending the jewel a distinctive art déco look.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Onyx Cocktail Ring Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and onyx ring features 2 rows of large princess cut diamonds (2.50 carats total) set in bombé fashion.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
TJD 1.25 Carat Round & Princess Cut Diamond 14K Two-tone Cross over wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a breath-taking diamond studded criss-cross wide wedding band that is ready to shine on your fingers. The ring is crafted in 14 karat Two-toned gold and studded with 44 ro...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Inspired Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An Art Deco inspired ring featuring three princess cut rubies weighing 0.42 carats, with 0.60 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
.90 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size:6.25 Metal Type: platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.8 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: .90ct total weight Cut: Antique Marquise Color: E-F Clar...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$22,618Sale Price|25% Off
Chimento Princess Ring Emerald Carats Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat
By Adriano Chimento
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover the magnificent Chimento Princesse Emeraude 4.16 Carats Diamonds 1.55 Carats White Gold engagement ring, an exceptional jewel that will meet all your expectations. Made with...
Diamond, Emerald, 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.Â
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs. Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.