GIA 1.25 Carat Emerald Cut Mozambique Ruby Ring. 0.40ct Diamond Halo Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 1.20 carats Center Ruby Cut: Emerald Cut Certification: GIA Certificate Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Approximat...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sophia D, GIA Certified 2.06 Carat Ruby and 0.68 Carat Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
GIA certified 2.06 carat Ruby stone with two 0.68 carat Diamonds on the side, smaller diamonds at 0.37 carats
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.70 Carat Round Brilliant Ring. Diamond French Ruby Halo Engagement Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.70 carats Center Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond Color: I Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Secondary...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Emerald and Ruby Engagement Bypass "Toi Et Moi" Ring Platinum
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A truly outstanding piece that's guaranteed to make a statement. This bypass ring is very well crafted in solid platinum( different metals available). Features an emerald-cut AAA Col...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 4.35 Carat Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An Amazingly Elegant Vintage/Art Deco Inspired Extremely Vibrant Burmese Sugarloag Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring Handmade in 90% Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4.11 Carat No Heat Burmese Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Platinum Cocktail Ring, center securely set with a Burmese Star Ruby, weighing approx. 4.11 Carat, NO Heat, GIA # 2215136573; s...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
GIA Half Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Ring. French Ruby Halo Ring Platinum J VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.50 carats Center Diamond Cut: Asscher Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA Certif...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.09 Carat Oval Cut No Heat Ruby & Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
2.09 carat oval cut no heat ruby and diamond halo ring. Adorned with 12 round cut diamonds forming a halo, totaling 1.08 carat. The ruby is prong set in 18k yellow gold and the rest ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
5.00 Carat Ruby and 1.10 Carat Diamond Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Oval cut center Ruby and surrounding French cut Rubies weighing approximately a total of 5.00 carats, and Old European cut Diamonds weighing approx...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 5.85 Carat Natural Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover the alluring elegance of our Art Deco 5.85ct star Ruby and Diamond dome ring circa 1920s.
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Natural Burma Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions Weight: 4.0 grams Ring Size: UK L / US 5.75 / EU 51.5 Specifications Metal: Platinum Fineness: PT950 Type: Cluster ring / halo ring Style: Art Deco style Era: Modern Gem...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Cert. 9.72 Carat No Heat Star Ruby & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified unheated 9.72-carat purplish red star ruby sits at the heart of this vintage mixed cut diamond platinum ballerina-style ring. Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: ...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
10.35 Carat Rectangle Aquamarine Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Magnificat 1930's Aqua, ruby and diamond engagement ring. At the center of this Art Deco design is a 10.35ct aquamarine mounted in a platinum setting with a halo of French cut rubie...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14ct Gold & Platinum Ruby Rose Diamond Ring, German Mid-Century
Located in London, England
Additional information: Material: Platinum, 14ct Gold Origin: Germany Date of Manufacture: 1920s Era: Art Deco (1920s-1930s) Hallmarks: 585 Dimensions: 5.3 H mm Ruby approx. total 0....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
1932 Halo Ring natural 0.5ct Ruby 1ctw Diamonds solid Platinum ØUS6.75 /3.8gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Swedish Halo Ring with parts in solid Platinum decorated with natural Ruby and Diamonds. Swedish hallmarks : Maker's hallmarks of G.Dalberg ,Stockholm, a letter " P " fo...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.96 Carat Natural Purple Red NO HEAT BURMA Ruby GIA Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Natural Purple Red NO HEAT BURMA Ruby GIA and Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Fabulous Purple Red BURM...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Oval Ruby and Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Ruby and Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring Description: This striking cocktail ring is crafted in a combination of platinum and 14k gold. It features a prominent 2.53-carat ova...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.74 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bold, refined, and timeless—this Ruby Cocktail Ring is a striking expression of elegance. At its center lies a 1.738 carat ruby, glowing with deep red brilliance and unmatched allure...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Diamond Pink Ruby Wedding Band. Diamond Eternity Band Platinum Links
Located in New York, NY
Era: Art Deco Era, Circa 1920 Material: Platinum Ring Size: 4.25 This rare antique Art Deco wedding band features an elegant alternating arrangement of diamond links and calibré-set...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1937 Ring natural Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Platinum 8.75US / 3.3gr
By GD&Co
Located in SE
Fine cluster Ring decorated with three natural old European Diamond cut Diamonds and four square cut and faceted Rubies in Platinum clusters. Band with carved shoulders. Swedish h...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Platinum 2.79 Carat Finest Genuine Natural Ruby Ring '#J4865'
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum 2.79 Carat Finest Genuine Natural Ruby Ring (#J4865) Platinum ruby and diamond ring featuring seven earth mined rubies weighing 2.79 carats total. The center oval ruby weig...
Ruby, Platinum
3.04 Carat Purplish Pink Trillion-Cut Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco platinum ring sets 3.04 carat trillion-cut purplish pink ruby, complemented by 10 square-cut ruby side stones and 1.50 carats total weight of diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Toi et Moi Certified Diamond RED Ruby 2.23cts Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details Metal: Platinum Diamond: Pear-Shaped Diamond, 0.89 Carat, E Color, SI2 Clarity, GIA Certified Ruby: Pear-Shaped Natural Ruby, 1.04 Carats, EGL Certified Accent Diamonds: Tape...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Mauboussin Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring, French, circa 1929
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Mauboussin Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rectangular step cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 0.91...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sophia D. Rock Crystal Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
A Sophia D Art Deco style ring that features a striking rock crystal center, enhanced by a .66 CT rubies and .30 CT of round diamonds.
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby
Pear-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Toi et Moi Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pear-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Toi et Moi Bypass Ring Description: This elegant bypass-style ring is crafted in platinum and features a "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) design. The center fe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby Onyx Diamond Ring Sz 4.5 Platinum Estate Cocktail Ring Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish ruby, onyx & diamond ring crafted in 900 platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Halo Ring natural Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 6.75 /2.2gr
Located in SE
Beautiful German Halo Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. Ca. 1920s -1930s , German maker's and Swedish customs hallmarks confirming 18K Gold. Crown is 7.5 x...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sophia D. Diamond and Ruby Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Accented by vibrant rubies totaling 1.59 carat and diamonds with a total weight of 0.37 carat, this piece is set in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby
Day and Night Ring with Rubies, Sapphires and Diamonds, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
A day and night ring features a central band made up of rubies and sapphires, and two further bands either side on hinges. They are grain set with diamonds and this ring contains tra...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified Oval 17.90 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Experience unparalleled elegance with our Art Deco 1920's cabochon ruby and diamond cocktail ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sophia D, 1.30 Carat Pear Shape Center Diamond and Ruby Ring set in Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
1.30 carat pear shaped diamond ring with 1.20 carat rubies. Round diamond total weight 0.33.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 0.60ct Diamond Target Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This stunning Art Deco target ring features a rare baguette cut diamond at it’s centre.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
7.25 Carat No Heat Cushion Cut Ruby & Diamond Halo Platinum 18K Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A rare and highly coveted gemstone. A 7.25 carat cushion cut ruby. GRS certified as vivid purplish red, unheated, and from Siam (Thailand). Set in 18k yellow gold and platinum with a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Kunzite and Ruby Halo Ring. 9.90ct Cushion Cut Kunzite Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Kunzite Center Kunzite Weight: 9.90 carats Center Kunzite Cut: Cushion Cut Secondary Stones: Rubies, Diamonds Ruby Weight: 1.00 carat total Ruby Cut: ...
Kunzite, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
AGL Certified .80 Carat Oval Natural Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's late Art Deco ruby and diamond three-stone engagement ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning cluster holds a bright pink ruby at the centre measuring 50pts and around the outside is a halo of sparkling diamonds totalling approx 35pts. The ring is modelled in 18...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
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
1923 Halo Ring natural 0.6ct Ruby 0.45ct Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS5.5 /2gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Swedish Halo Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. Swedish hallmarks, 18K. Maker's hallmarks of C.G. Hallberg - one of the most prominent and top rated ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
1937 Ring natural Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.25/ 2.1gr
Located in SE
Art - Deco period three stones Ruby and Diamonds Ring hand- made in 1937.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
1925 Halo Ring natural 0.5ct Ruby 0.3ct Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS8.25/3.5gr
Located in SE
Beautiful 99 years old Swedish Halo Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. Claw set Natural Ruby of old European diamond cut : Ø 4.5 mm x 2.75 mm deep / ca. 0.5 ct ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$12,500
French Art Deco Temple Ring
Located in Riverdale, NY
French Art Deco Temple Ring in 18k gold rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Three 0.75TCW Oval Cut Ruby Ring. Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stones: Ruby Ruby Weight: 0.75 carats total Ruby Cut: Oval Cut Ruby Setting: Bezel Set Ruby Orientation: East-West Secondary Stones: Diamond Secondary Stone ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 24.88 Carat Star Ruby Diamond White Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Cabochon Star Ruby and diamond cocktail ring.
Ruby, Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Platinum Statement Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful and Finely detailed Art Deco Diamond and Syn. Ruby Milgrain Platinum Bracelet.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum 11.84 Carat Round Black Diamond Engagement and Pink Diamond Prong Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A diamond so bold can say a lot. This platinum ring displays an 11.84 CT round-cut black diamond. This unique stone conveys a strong sense of confidence and elegance. Eighty-four rou...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 2.50 Carat Burmese Pink Sapphire and Diamond Double Halo Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful cluster ring crafted during the Art Deco movement. This piece features a centralised 2.50 carat sapphire of Burmese origin radiating a vibrant natural rich ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$48,500
Cartier Art Deco Bird Ring
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
A rare and exquisite example of Cartier’s Art Deco mastery, this ring is shaped as a stylized exotic bird.
Pearl, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA 1.75 Carat Round Diamond Ruby Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco inspired Diamond and ruby "bulls eye" engagement ring from the Peter Suchy Jewelers Worship.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Vintage Cocktail Ring Gold Platinum Ruby Diamond Estate Jewelry
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning Oscar Heyman vintage cocktail ring, crafted in 18k gold and platinum, featuring a bold arrangement of rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS & Gübelin Certified 5.99 Carat Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The elongated oval ruby paired with the crisp geometric diamonds gives the ring a refined contemporary feel with subtle Art Deco influence.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
AGL Certified 10.88 Carat No Heat Burma Star Ruby in Vintage Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified 10.88 Carat Natural Burma Origin Star Ruby in Platinum and Baguette Diamond 3 Stone Ring. A vintage cocktail ring featuring a rare, no heat Star Ruby gemstone from Burm...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Antique Diamond and Ruby Target Ring, French, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond and ruby target ring. Centrally set with a round transitional cut diamond, F colour, VS1 clarity with an approximate weight of 2.46 carats, in an open back rubover se...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1930s 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, G color, VS clarity, accented by Old European cut Diamonds and French cut Rubies. Circ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sophia D. Ruby and Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Flanking it are two round-cut rubies totaling 0.38 carat adding vibrant color. Surrounding the stones are small round diamonds with a total weight of 0.26 carat, all set in platinum.
Yellow Diamond, Ruby
Edwardian 0.90ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This stunning trilogy ring from the Edwardian period features an oval cut, 0.90 carat, ruby at it’s centre flanked by two 0.20 carat old cut diamonds, all claw set into a platinum mo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ruby Cabochon and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18 carat gold ring holds a glossy ruby cabochon stone with sparkling 35pt diamonds either side. The stones are set in platinum claws. The ruby dimensions are 9x6.5mm. F...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.8ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 7.25/ 3.8gr
Located in SE
Old Ruby and Diamonds Ring hand - made in ca. 1920s- 1930s. Swedish, hallmarked 18K, maker's, Stockholm, year marks not present because of sizing done in the past. Band in solid 18 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring - Vivid Red
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Natural Burmese Ruby Colour: Vivid Red Weight of Ruby : 0.58 carat Weight of diamonds: 0.48 carats Conflict free diamonds. Metal: Platinum Certificate: Gemological Insti...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
J.E. Caldwell & Co. 2.52 Carat Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
An incredible feat considering the antiquity of the piece. The ring originates in the Art Deco era, and J.E. Caldwell & Co. ensured delicate lacework to mount all 30 Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 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.
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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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