French Art Deco Platinum 5 Diamond Band Ring, 1.50 Carats, circa 1910
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A refined French Art Deco five-stone diamond ring crafted in platinum 950, dating to the 1910s.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Style 0.75Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Art Deco Style 0.75Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond 14k White Gold Ring A radiant bright oval ruby centers this striking and sparkling Vintage Art Deco style ring expertly crafted...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco 18K Gold Pearl & Old Mine Diamond Ring with Rose-Cut Halo
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This elegant Art Deco ring, crafted in rich 18K yellow gold (750‰), presents a poised vertical “figure-8” motif set with a lustrous natural pearl at its center.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Diamond and Emerald Deco Style Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
The bright green emeralds are lively, and the low profile makes for a wonderful, everyday ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Deco Three Stone Old European Cut Ring. 0.60ct Diamond Ring Platinum JVS2-SI
Located in New York, NY
Era: Art Deco Era Material: Platinum Ring Size: Currently a size 6.25.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring, 1.15ct GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This is a stunning and authentic Art Deco (circa 1925) platinum and diamond engagement ring.
Vintage Art Deco Amethyst Diamond Ring Filigree 14k White Gold Elongated Pear 4
Located in Torrance, CA
The lacy filigree mount is a hallmark of Art Deco era jewelry. The ring has a low profile and rises 5mm from the finger (0.19 inches).
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond and Ruby Halo Art Deco Style Target Ring
Located in New York, NY
The piece offers a low-profile, comfortable fit with a bold, colorful presence typical of the Art Deco era.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Ring 14k White Gold Filigree 6 Dinner Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era diamond & sapphire ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Three Stone Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
These beautiful stones are set in a gorgeous low profile Art Deco mounting that sits low on the finger and is in great condition.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ring Moi et Toi 14k Gold Sz 7 Synthetic Ruby
Located in Torrance, CA
The ring has a low profile and rises 4.5mm from the finger (0.17 inches).
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Asscher Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring GIA 3.31ct G VS2
Located in Fairfield, CT
Art Deco Asscher Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring GIA 3.31ct G VS2 This vintage Art Deco style engagement ring is centered by a GIA-certified 3.31-carat Asscher-cut diamond grad...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Blue Zircon Diamond 18ct Yellow & White Gold Flower Ring M 6.25
Located in SYDNEY, AU
The low-profile setting also makes it comfortable and easy to wear.
Blue Zircon, Zircon, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band Circa 1925 - Size 6 1/4
Located in Great Neck, NY
The inside of the band is engraved "Duncan to Dot 5-16-25". The ring sits comfortably on the finger and is low profile.
Platinum
Art Deco Inspired 1.60 Ruby and Diamond Mosaic Panel Ring Set in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Inspired 1.60 Ruby and Diamond Mosaic Panel Ring Set in 18K White Gold Ruby Weight: 1.60 carats Diamond Weight: 0.66 carats A striking display of symmetry and color, this ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold Old European Cut Diamond Ring 0.60 CTW Size 6.25 Estate
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Title: Vintage 14K White Gold Old European Cut Diamond Ring 0.60 CTW Size 6.25 Estate Description: Vintage ring testing as 14-karat white gold, set with old European cut diamonds in...
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco C.D. Peacock Platinum Diamond Three Stone Band with Sapphire Accents
Located in Fairfield, CT
Fine milgrain borders, pierced detailing, and engraved shoulders continue around the platinum setting, all characteristic of Art Deco jewelry from the period. Weighing 4.0 grams and...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Style 2.90 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Three Stone Platinum Mount
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Token Very beautiful 2.90 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamonds trilogy ring Rare old cut Diamonds set to be find, a fabulous, remarkable trio, hand faceted during 1800, reset along the time...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond and Sapphire Double Halo Ring. Round Cluster Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stones: Diamonds Secondary Stones: Natural Blue Sapphires Total Diamond Weight: Approx 0.70 Carats Total Sapphire Weight: Approx 0.80 Carats Diamond Cut: R...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Filigree Platinum Diamond Ring. Diamond Sapphire Accent Geometric Ring J VS1
Located in New York, NY
The structured composition and delicate filigree give the Fairbank Ring a distinctly Deco-inspired character, while its low-profile silhouette makes it versatile enough for both ever...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Marquise Shape Engagement Ring. 0.50ct Diamond Halo Ring Platinum Bezel Setting
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.50 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Marquise Cut Center Diamond Color: I Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Clarity Secondar...
Diamond, Platinum
5 Carat Engagement Ring. Cushion Diamond Accent Platinum Engagement Ring M VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 5. Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: M Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Clarity Cert...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Sapphire Ring. 1.60ct Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Center Sapphire Weight: 1.60 Carats Center Sapphire Cut: Emerald Cut Center Sapphire Color: Deep Blue Secondary Stones: Diamonds Secondary Di...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring. 0.9ct Cushion Cut Ruby FIligree Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Era: Art Deco-Inspired Material: Platinum This ring can be resized to any finger size at no extra cost.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Marquise Shape Engagement Ring. 0.50ct Diamond Sapphire Halo Ring Platinum I SI2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.50 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Marquise Cut Center Diamond Color: I Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI2 Clarity ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 1 Carat Asscher Cut Engagement Ring. Diamond Sapphire Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1. Carats Center Diamond Cut: Asscher Cut Diamond Color: G Color Diamond Clarity: VS2 Clarity Certification: GIA Certifi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Halo Engagement Ring. GIA 1.10ct Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Ring G SI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approx 1.10 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: G Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Cer...
Diamond, Platinum
Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring. AGL 1ct No Oil Emerald Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 1.00 carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Certification: AGL Treatment: No Clarity Enhancement Gemstone Origin: Colomb...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. Diamond Accent Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Additional Diamond Weight: Approxi...
Diamond, Platinum
Solitaire Aquamarine Ring. 1.20ct Cushion Cut Aquamarine Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By Estate Diamond Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 1.20 Carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Cushion Cut Center Aquamarine Color: Teal Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond C...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
3 Carat Aquamarine Double Halo Ring. Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 3.10 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Sapphires and Diamonds Sapphire Weight: Approxima...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring. 0.80ct Aquamarine Dome Ring East West
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 0.80 Carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Jewelry ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum and Diamond Halo Ring. GIA 1ct Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring JVS2
Located in New York, NY
Era: Art Deco-Inspired Material: Platinum This ring can be resized to any finger size at no additional cost.
Diamond, Platinum
1 Carat Diamond Ring. GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum G VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carat Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: G Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA Certif...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Sapphire Ring. GIA 1ct Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: I Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA Certi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring. 1.60ct Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Center Sapphire Weight: 1.60 carats Center Sapphire Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamond Secondary Diamond Weight: 0.90 carats total Se...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Romantic Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Its elegant low profile and finely pierced gallery showcase the craftsmanship and refined geometry that define true Art Deco jewelry.
Diamond, Platinum
Aquamarine and Diamond Sapphire Halo Ring. 2.70ct Aquamarine Platinum Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: Approximately 2.70 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds and Sapphires Diamond Wei...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cushion Cut Sapphire Ring. 1.10ct Sapphire and Diamond Elongated Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Center Sapphire Weight: 1.10 carats Center Sapphire Cut: Elongated Cushion Cut Center Sapphire Color: Deep Blue Secondary Stones: Diamonds Di...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Cushion Cut Engagement Ring. 1.30ct Diamond Stone Accent Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 1.30 carats Center Diamond Cut: Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Secondary...
Diamond, Platinum
3.80ct Old European Cut Diamond Ring. Accent Halo Engagement Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 3.80 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K-L Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Clarity...
Diamond, Platinum
0.50ct Diamond and Ruby Halo Ring. Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.50 carats Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum and Emerald Cut Engagement Ring. GIA Diamond Baguette Halo Ring I VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carat Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: I Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA Certif...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Green Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring. 2.6ct Emerald Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Green Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 2.60 carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.85...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Halo Ring. GIA 0.80ct Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.80 carat Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Certification: GIA Certif...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum and Colorless Diamond Ring. GIA 1ct Old European Engagement Ring SI2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carat Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: D Center Diamond Clarity: SI2 Certification: GIA C...
Diamond, Platinum
Aquamarine Sapphire Ring. 1.60ct Aquamarine Diamond Double Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 1.60ct Center Aquamarine Cut: Round Cut Secondary Stones: Sapphires and diamonds Sapphire Weight: Approximately 0...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
3ct Engagement Ring. GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Accent Platinum Halo Ring H VVS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 3.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Emerald Cut Center Diamond Color: H Color Center Diamond Clarity: VVS1 Clarity Certifica...
Diamond, Platinum
1.50 Carat Aquamarine Halo Ring. Sapphire Diamond Double Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 1.65 Carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Round Cut Secondary Stones: Sapphire, Diamonds Sapphire Weight: Approximately ...
Sapphire, Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum
Aquamarine and Sapphire Diamond Ring. 1ct Aquamarine Double Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: Approximately 1.00 Carat Center Aquamarine Cut: Round Cut Center Aquamarine Color: Teal Saturation Secondary Ston...
Sapphire, Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum
14K Gold Sapphire Ring with Emerald Accents Minimalist Sapphire Emerald Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Emerald Ring – Channel Set Square Blue Sapphire with Natural Emerald Accents Clean, modern, and effortlessly refined, this handcrafted ring showcases th...
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.65 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Ring. Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum J VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.65 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond Color: J Color Center Diamond Clarity: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Infinity in Platinum Ring. 1TCW Old European Engagement Ring H VS1-SI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 1.00 carats total Center Diamond Cut: Old European cut Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: VS1...
Diamond, Platinum
Cluster Diamond Emerald Halo Ring. 0.70TCW Diamond Engagement Ring H VS1-VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 0.70 Carats Total Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Color: H Color Overall Diamond Clarity: VS1-VS2 Overall Secondary S...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14K Gold Emerald Ring with Ruby Accents Minimalist Ruby Emerald Ring Unisex
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Ruby Ring – Channel Set Square Emerald with Natural Ruby Accents Clean, modern, and effortlessly refined, this handcrafted ring showcases the timeless co...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Ruby Ring with Emerald Accents Minimalist Ruby Emerald Ring Unisex
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Emerald Ring – Channel Set Square Ruby with Natural Emerald Accents Clean, modern, and effortlessly refined, this handcrafted ring showcases the timeless co...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Halo Engagement Ring. GIA 1.60ct Old Euro Diamond Ring Platinum J SI2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Carat Weight: 1.60 Carats Color: J Color Clarity: SI2 Cut: Old European Cut Certification: GIA Certificate Secondary Stones: Diamond, approxim...
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Rose Cut Engagement Ring. GIA Diamond Stone Accent Ring Platinum I VVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Oval Rose Cut Center Diamond Color: I Center Diamond Clarity: VVS2 Certification: GIA Ce...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1 Carat Oval Rose Cut Ring. Diamond Accent Solitaire Ring Platinum G VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Oval Rose Cut Center Diamond Color: G Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA Cer...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Ring. Carre Emerald Halo Platinum Ring H VS2
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approx 1.00 Carats Certification: GIA Certified Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Center Diamond Cut:...
Diamond, Emerald, 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.
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.