Art Deco Style 1.78 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This Art Deco diamond cluster ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This Art Deco ring features an Old European-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.25 carats, F color VS clarity, set within a multi-tiered square frame.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.87 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ring - Art Deco Style
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique and contemporary 0.87 carat diamond and platinum Art Deco style ring; part of our Art Deco style jewellery collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 14k White Gold Diamond 1.25cttw Cocktail Ring
Located in Lake Worth, FL
14K white gold and diamond cluster cocktail ring featuring a pear-shaped center diamond surrounded by round and baguette-cut diamonds in a multi-tier setting. The diamonds have a co...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$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
$68,800Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Platinum & 2.50ct Marquise Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite platinum ring is a flawless example of Art Deco design, balancing brilliant light with precise, geometric structure.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 3.26 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 3.26 carat diamond and platinum Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.45 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.45 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Platinum Step-Cut Diamond Ring, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and architectural vintage diamond cocktail ring crafted in luxurious platinum, showcasing a geometric multi-level design evocative of Art Deco and Brutalist influences.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1920s 1.17 Carat European Cut Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Antique 1920s European Cut Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring - The center European Cut diamond weighs 1.17ct with K color and VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Axel Bros. Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Stepped Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 1.15 carats total - G color with SI2 clarity Set with tri-split talon prongs and flanked by bezel set tiered baguette and...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.83 Carat Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This Art Deco style diamond ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18k gold and platinum.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 0.45 Carat Sapphire 1.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 0.45 carat sapphire and 1.75 carat diamond, platinum dress ring; part of our diverse antique Art Deco jewelry collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.05 CTW Old European Diamond Platinum Vintage Foliate Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.93 carat - H color with VS2 clarity Set with tri-bead prongs in a square form head and flanked by cathedral shoulders D...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1920s Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Geometric Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Gold Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1920s Elevate your style with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold art deco ring boasting a captivating tiered geometric design adorned wit...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French 1.77 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.77 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate je...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Jabel Art Deco European Diamond 18K White Gold Vintage Foliate Engagement Ring
By Jabel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.42 carat - G color with VS2 clarity Bead set in a square form head and flanked by tiered foliate motif shoulders Bead s...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Style Target Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Dazzling Art Deco–inspired ring, centered with a brilliant round-cut diamond that radiates timeless sparkle.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Original Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Discover the allure of this exquisite original Art Deco ring, meticulously crafted with an elegant triple-tiered plaque desi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style Green Chrysoprase & Diamond Pavé Ring in 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant Toi et Moi-inspired cocktail ring features a double-stone design that pairs the electric hue of natural chrysoprase with the classic brilliance of diamonds. The bold, tw...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring .82ct
Located in Boston, MA
The diamond is set in an exceptional Art Deco design featuring a cushion-shaped, tiered setting encrusted with 16 single cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.25 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco 0.28 Carat Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold, with 14k white gold settings.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Topaz Diamond Art Deco Style Geometric Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Total weight: 3.48 g.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
René Boivin Art Deco Diamond Pavé 18K White Gold Ring c.1935 Suzanne Belperron
By René Boivin
Located in Monaco, MC
Among the most compelling jewels of the Art Deco period, this René Boivin ring stands as a testament to one of the most visionary design partnerships in the history of French haute j...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Cert. 7.40 Carat Purplish Red Star Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage Art Deco Ballerina design ring sets a GIA certified 7.40 carat purplish red star ruby and is framed with 1.75 carat of baguette and round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.27 carat - G color with VS2 clarity Set with tri-beads in a square form head and flanked by tiered shoulders Bead set w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
8.08 Carat TW Art Deco Intense Yellow Diamond, Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring 18K & Plat
Located in New York, NY
APPROXIMATELY 8-12 WEEKS PRODUCTION TIME Contact designer Jan Rice to get yours started Ring Specifications: Collection Name: The Icon Designer / Creator: Jan Rice for Abe Mor Desig...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
New Art Deco Style Natural Vivid Red Spinel Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
US Size : 6 ; Free resize, please contact us. New ring, in the spirit of Art Deco vintage rings. Our opinion : This Art Deco-style red spinel diamond ring is a precious, easy-to-wear...
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Odeonesque Old Mine Cut Diamond Geometric Ring White Gold Signed 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco Odeonesque Old Mine cut diamond geometric ring in 18 karat white gold, signed, Portugal, 1940s.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s Diamond and White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.62 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive multi-la...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified 2.07 Carat Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco diamond engagement ring. EGL certified Old European cut 2.07ct diamond center stone mounted in a platinum graduated setting.
Diamond, Platinum
$18,969Sale Price / item|20% Off
12.52 TCW Oval Emerald Two Tier Diamond Halo Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
12.52 TCW Oval Emerald Two Tier Diamond Halo Ring 14k White Gold features 8.63 carat oval cut emerald in center with 3.89 carats of diamond double halo around it. Emerald is believe...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond Art Deco halo engagement ring. From the early 1900's exquisite piece features a vibrant 1.04ct oval ruby mounted in a three tiered platinum mounting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
ART-DECO Cocktail Rin In Platinum With 34.50 Carats Blue Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Currently a ring size 6, this collector-tier masterpiece remains in pristine, showroom condition.
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Art Deco Period 1.70 Carat Old Euro Solitaire Engagement Ring VS1
Located in Media, PA
The stone is remarkably clean, remaining eye-clean even under 10x magnification, ensuring its natural brilliance is the focal point. The ring's architecture is a testament to Art Dec...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Style Natural Ceylon No-Heat Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco style natural Ceylon no-heat sapphire and diamond ring in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 7.10 Carat Yellow Ceylon Sapphire, Ruby, 9k Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The yellow sapphire is flanked in either side with two individually four-claw set round brilliant cut rubies, totalling 0.13ct, completing the tiered Art Deco design. The elevated r...
Ruby, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Silver
Columbian Emerald Baguette Diamond 18K Gold Palm Leaf Ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
This 18K Gold & White Gold Palm Leaf Ring is a wearable artistic piece anchored by a stunning 4.63-carat Colombian emerald, sourced directly from the legendary Muzo mine—hailed g...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
3ct Royal Blue Sapphire Leopard Onyx Diamond Ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
Elevate your jewelry collection with this breathtaking leopard ring, encrusted with 2.73ct sparkling diamonds from head to toe. Forged in premium 18K white gold, the leopard’s center...
Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.30ct Old Mine Cut Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Art Deco inspired ring is beautifully centred with a striking 1.30ct old mine cut diamond, securely held in place by a six claw, open back setting, allowing the light ...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring with Baguette and Round Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Exquisite 18K white gold cocktail ring showcasing a striking tiered rhombus-shaped cluster design. At its center, a delicate floral arrangement of round brilliant-cut diamonds is enc...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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
GIA Certified 6.03 Carat Oval Ceylon Sri Lanka Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified natural 6.03 carat oval cut Sri Lanka origin heated blue sapphire and 1.36 carat total weight diamond ballerina-style cocktail ring in platinum 900, featuring a vivid r...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Natural Pave Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Full Eternity Band Stack Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Natural Pave Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Handmade Full Eternity Band Fine Ring Jewelry. Details:- Item Code :- RIMJ-840-14k Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Weight - 1.08 Carat ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,020Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond Cocktail Ring 3 Ct Pear and Emerald Cut Diamonds 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
A commanding arrangement of pear and emerald-cut diamonds creates a dramatic display of light, symmetry, and scale. Designed to envelop the finger with brilliance from every directio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro-Style Asymmetrical Diamond Swirl Statement Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
A masterclass in sculptural jewelry design, this vintage-inspired statement ring is defined by its fluid, asymmetrical "swirl" silhouette. Forged in high-polish 18k white gold (750 h...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.48 Carats Certified Intense Green Emerald & Diamond Stunner Cocktail Ring 18K
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Command attention with this dazzling certified cocktail ring, a bold celebration of vibrant luxury and exquisite craftsmanship. Centered is a breathtaking 3.48-carat natural emerald,...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 13.75 Carat Hessonite Garnet & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A GIA-certified 13.75 carat cushion-cut "Hessonite" grossular garnet in orangy red measuring 15.30 x 12.40 x 8.30mm is set in platinum 950 with yellow gold prongs, flanked by 54 roun...
Hessonite, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Halo 1.30ctw Ring
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
The gorgeous item is a halo-style cocktail halo ring featuring an oval-cut vibrant Paraiba turmaline blue center gemstone, surrounded by an intricate multi-tiered pavé halo and geome...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Ruby Bypass Cocktail Ring with Baguette and Round Diamond Accents
Located in New York, NY
Oval Ruby Bypass Cocktail Ring with Baguette and Round Diamond Accents Description: This striking bypass-style cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k white gold and features two prom...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,689Sale Price|24% Off
IGI Certified 4.8ct Oval Cabochon Tanzanite & Diamond Halo Ring - 18k YellowGold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
A striking tribute to Art Deco opulence, this cocktail-style halo engagement ring centers a magnificent 4.80-carat natural Tanzanite.
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.47tcw Pear & Oval Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring - 18K Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
A masterful study in silhouette and light, this 18K Yellow Gold Three-Stone Ring channels the architectural glamour of the Art Deco era.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Brown Diamond Floral Bloom Ring in 18K 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 sculptural floral ring features a magnificent central round natural brown ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Druzy Geode Statement Ring With Diamonds in 18KT White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the artistic soul of raw nature combined with high-end luxury in this one-of-a-kind statement ring. Centered around a captivating 3.94ct druzy geode, the piece showcases the ...
Diamond, Geode, Druzy, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Yellow Color Diamond Band Ring in 18K 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 sculptural triple-row band features a central line of emerald-cut natural ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White ...
Pear Natural Diamond Cluster Wave 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 diamond cluster ring features a cascading arrangement of pear-shaped natur...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Akoya Pearl and Diamond Open-Work Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
A masterclass in mid-century elegance, this vintage statement ring centres a magnificent, high-luster Akoya pearl. Selected for its creamy white body color and soft rose overtones, t...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
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