Square Princess Cut Red Ruby & Diamond Channel Set Half Eternity Band Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Weight: 5.46 g.
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Square Princess Cut Red Ruby & Diamond Channel Set Half Eternity Band Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Weight: 5.46 g.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.4ct Burmese Rubies & .6ct Round Diamond 18k White Gold Half Eternity Band Ring
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
This alternating gemstone half eternity band ring was designed alongside our showstopper Burmese Ruby Pear Ring (pictured).
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Inspired Ruby and Diamond Target Ring in Yellow Gold
By Susannah Lovis
Located in London, England
A beautiful Art Deco style ruby and diamond double target engagement ring set in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eternity Platinum Diamond and Ruby Band. Round and French Wedding Ring G-H VS
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.75 US, Resizable Color: G-H Color Clarity: VS1-VS2 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Round Brilliant Cut, French Cut Style: Art Deco Width Of Band: 2.75m...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby Wedding Band. 1.30ct French Cut Natural Ruby Eternity Band 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Ruby Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.70-Carats Primary Stone Cut: French Cut Jewelry Type: Wedding Band Jewelry Style: Channel-Set, Half Eternity Band Metal: 18k Yell...
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum GIA Square Step Cut Lab Grown Ruby Eternity Stack Band
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Lab Grown Rubies - Square Step Cut - Channel Set - Vivid Red Color - **See Certifications Details Below** Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 1.83 Grams Ring Si...
$102Sale Price / item|50% Off
925 Sterling Silver Dainty Round Ruby Eternity Stacking Band Ring for Wife Gift
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Round Ruby Eternity Stacking Band Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these eternity band to make a statement with your look. These eternity band create a sparkling, luxur...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,730Sale Price|30% Off
Square Ruby and Diamond Channel Half Eternity Band ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A band that speaks of love, strength, and sophistication. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 3.38 g.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,536Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stackable Half Eternity Ruby Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. The round shape represents love which will continue and makes your promises stay forever. T...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
Eternity 18K Gold Alternate Ruby Diamond Band. French and Round Cut Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 5.75 US, Resizable Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Round Brilliant Cut, French Cut Style: Art Deco Width Of Band: 2.60mm Band Style: Eternity Ban...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$4,008Sale Price / item|20% Off
Magnificent 10.91 ct Ruby Eternity Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby gemstone eternity band ring in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents lov...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,840Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond Wedding Band. French Ruby Round Diamond Eternity Band Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Ruby Primary Stone Weight: Approximately 0.95 Carats Primary Stone Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Approximately 0.55 Carat...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Two-Row Half Eternity Gold Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely Detailed Double Row Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Revival Half Eternity Gold Band Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$720Sale Price / item|20% Off
Everyday Ruby Eternity Band Ring Gift for Girlfriend in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Ruby Eternity Band Ring Gift for Girlfriend in 14K White Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.62 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Ruby improves menta...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,320Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pave Set Ruby Half Eternity Stackable Band in Solid 18k White Gold Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pave Set Ruby Half Eternity Stackable Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape re...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,872Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vintage Inspired 1.5ct Ruby & Diamond Halo Eternity Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This half band ring is features a 1.5 carat natural oval rubies in 14K yellow gold. and vibrant with a total stone weight of 1.5 carats, each measuring approximately 5.06X3.15 mm an...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$737Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Emerald Ruby Diamond Spinner Eternity Band Ring in 925 Silver for her
Located in New York, NY
This ring features emerald and ruby gemstones totalling 1.94 carats, accented with 0.46 carats of diamonds, all set in 925 sterling silver. Each 2 mm round gemstone is finely arrange...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.35 Carat Baguette Cut Ruby & Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
1.35 Carat Baguette Cut Ruby & Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.35 carats and diamonds of 0.224 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes w...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$608Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond and Ruby Half Eternity Band 18k Solid White Gold Dainty Stackable Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Ruby Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represent...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Ruby Natural Diamond Half Eternity Stack 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. NOTE: The color and size of natural gemstones may slightly vary, as no two gem...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Ruby Natural Diamond Eternity Band Stack 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. NOTE: The color and size of natural gemstones may slightly vary, as no two gem...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Ruby Halo Natural Diamond Half Eternity 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. NOTE: The color and size of natural gemstones may slightly vary, as no two gems...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Synthetic Ruby Eternity Band
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k white gold ring contains square Table Cut rubies channel set into an eternity band.
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Diamond Pink Ruby Wedding Band. Diamond Eternity Band Platinum Links
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 4.25 US, Not Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Calibre Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite and rare Art Deco band showcases the timeless elegance...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$1,920Sale Price / item|20% Off
Certified Ruby Half Eternity Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold for Mother's day
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Make a bold statement with this vibrant ring, crafted in luminous 14K white gold. Featuring a striking row of radiant pink stones totaling 5.02 carats, each emerald-cut gem is meticu...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,198Sale Price / set|20% Off
Eternity Rings Suite in 18 Karat White Gold with 2.16ctw of Vivid Red Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
A suite of two eternity bands with rubies. Beautiful matching pair (2) of eternity bands rings crafted in solid white gold of 18 karats, with high polished finish. Recently polished...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
$5,048Sale Price / item|20% Off
Wide Pave Eternity Ring with Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Wide Pave Eternity Ring with Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond in 18k Gold featuring natural sapphire and ruby of 6.7 carats and diamonds of 0.72 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$3,760Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Diamond and Ruby Band. Diamond Eternity Wedding Band Platinum Links
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 4.25 US, Not Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Calibre Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite and rare Art Deco band showcases the timeless elegance...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Killer Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald Eternity Band
Located in Litchfield, CT
Back in the day, these were called guard rings; Art Deco beauties would fan their fingers showing off their trophies.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.38 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring in Victorian Style
Located in Jaipur, IN
5.38 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring in Victorian Style This Victorian period art-deco style enchanting crimson ruby and diamond band is magnificent.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver
Reversible Platinum Wedding Band. Alternate Diamond Ruby Sapphire Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamonds Primary Stone Weight: Approximately 0.20-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Secondary Stone: Ruby Secondary Stone Weight: Approximately 0.60-Carat...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Eternity Diamond and Ruby Gold Band. Alternate Wedding Band 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 5.75 US, Resizable Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Round Brilliant Cut, French Cut Style: Art Deco Width Of Band: 2.60mm Band Style: Eternity Ban...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$207Sale Price / item|50% Off
Art Deco Style Ruby July Birthstone Half Band Ring for Women Gift in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Square Cut Ruby July Birthstone Half Eternity Band Ring, beautifully crafted in genuine 925 sterling silver. Set with 1.21 carats of natural rubies, this piece showcases a conti...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$18,800Sale Price|20% Off
Red Ruby Orange Yellow Sapphire Diamond Eternity Band 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Multi Color Sunset Fire Eternity Patterns Ring Red Ruby Orange Yellow Sapphire Diamond Eternity Band 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Jewels inspired by the colourful Art Deco movement.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yello...
Platinum Natural Ruby Channel Set Eternity 2 Mm Band 2.5 Gram Size 6.5
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Platinum Natural Ruby Channel Set Eternity 2 mm band 2.5 Gram Size 6.5 Size 6.5 2 mm wide 2.5 gram Marked "900 pt"
Ruby, Platinum
$1,040Sale Price|20% Off
Half Eternity Ruby and Diamond Wedding Band. Alternate Band 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 5.25 US, Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Baguette Cut, Round Brilliant Cut Style: Art Deco Width Of Band: 2.55mm Band Style: Half Eternity Band ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby Natural Diamond Eternity Stacking Band 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. NOTE: The color and size of natural gemstones may slightly vary, as no two gem...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Natural Ruby & Diamond Half Eternity Band 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 architectural statement ring features a bold row of emerald-cut natural ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,084Sale Price / item|20% Off
Alternate Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Band in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Alternate Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Band in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$772Sale Price / item|20% Off
Square Step Cut Natural Ruby & Diamond Geometric Eternity Band in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant eternity band showcases five square step-cut red rubies totaling 0.71 carats, set in 14k white gold. Each ruby measures approximately 2.6 mm. The rubies are beautifully ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,750Sale Price|30% Off
10K Yellow Gold Snake Ring with Ruby Eyes, Vintage 1980, Size 5.5
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking wrap-around snake ring features two intertwined serpents, each detailed with intricate scales and graceful curves, crafted from 10K yellow gold. The serpents’ eyes are ...
Ruby, Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Band Natural Multi Sapphire Gemstone Eternity Band Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Oval Cut Designer Band Eternity Ring Details:- Item Code :- RIMJ-1037 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Multi Sapphire Gross Weight - 4.84 Grams Net Weight -3.62 Grams Ge...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$204Sale Price / item|55% Off
Silvorra Marquise Cut Ruby & Diamond Band Ring with Milgrain Detailing in Silver
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous marquise cut ruby and diamond eternity style band ring is expertly crafted in 925 sterling silver. The ring showcases four marquise cut natural rubies totaling 0.81 car...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ruby Diamond Vintage Style Band Ring Huggie Earrings Matching 14K Rose Gold Set
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Sparkling with light to rival the season of love, round ruby and diamonds in Art Deco inspired settings giving these 14k rose gold hoops and half eternity ring timeless appeal.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Classic Oval-Cut Ruby with Round-Cut Diamond 10k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring. The 10K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Oval-cut 1 pcs 2.22 carat Ruby and...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.12 Carat Square-Cut Ruby With Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring. The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 2.5 mm (1 pcs) 0.12 carat Square-Cut Pr...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Marquise-Cut Ruby with Round-Cut Diamond 10k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring. The 10K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Marquise-cut 1 pcs 0.57 carat Ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.28 Carat Marquise-Cut Ruby with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. The 14k Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 6x3 Marquise-cut Ruby (1 pcs) 0.28 Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,808Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.9 Carat Art Deco Inspired Toi et Moi Diamond Cross Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
0.9 Carat Art Deco Inspired Toi et Moi Diamond Cross Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold The design features a sleek crossover band that gracefully wraps around the finger.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,260Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.9 Carat Art Deco Inspired Toi et Moi Diamond Cross Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
0.9 Carat Art Deco Inspired Toi et Moi Diamond Cross Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold The design features a sleek crossover band that gracefully wraps around the finger.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
925 Sterling Silver Channel Set Ruby Stacking Band Engagement Ring for Her Gift
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Stacking Band Engagement Ring for Her in sterling silver. You shall need these eternity band to make a statement with your look. These eternity band create a sparkling, luxuriou...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Classic Ruby 14k White Gold Oval Cut with Round-Cut Diamond Accents Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring. The 14K White Gold jewelry boasts with Oval-cut 1 pcs 0.47 carat, Square-c...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,231Sale Price|20% Off
5.76ct Ruby Gemstone Band Ring Solid 14k Yellow Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry HRD
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
CERTIFIED RUBY GEMSTONE BAND RING HANDMADE Stunning 5.76ct Natural Ruby Gemstones in Handcrafted Solid 14k Yellow Gold Band ✓ HRD Certified - Certificate Included ✓ 5.76 Carat Total...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$3,800 / item
Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands
Located in New York, NY
A Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands from our varied collection.. The cuts include French cut, baguette and round and are good quality. The TiffanySapphire shown is comprised of F...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Gin & Grace 10K Yellow Gold Mozambique Genuine Ruby Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. This ring is made up of 3mm Square-Cut Channel Setting Genuine Ruby (2pcs)...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,796Sale Price / item|20% Off
5.76Ct Multi Cut Natural Ruby Wide Band Ring 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
5.76Ct Multi Cut Natural Ruby Wide Band Ring 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry This ring features a striking half eternity design, meticulously set with vibrant round baguette-cut rubies ...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,236Sale Price / item|20% Off
5.76Ct Multi Cut Natural Ruby Wide Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
5.76Ct Multi Cut Natural Ruby Wide Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry This ring features a striking half eternity design, meticulously set with vibrant round baguette-cut rubies ...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 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.