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Art Deco Yellow Gold Ring with Central Diamond Surrounded by Ruby
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
quality: Good; Jewel: Ring; Weight: 2.6 ounces; Hallmark: 18K gold ; Ring size (made to measure*): 60.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold

Oval Tanzanite White Diamond One-of-a-Kind Art Deco Yellow Gold Ring, Just Jules
By Julie Romanenko
Located in Dallas, TX
in 14k yellow gold featuring a gorgeous faceted tanzanite oval bezel-set and accented with round
Category

2010s American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14...

Antique Art Deco Art Carved 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5
By Art Carved
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Art Carved 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5. This classic
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Citrine Platinum 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
platinum and 14 karat gold. With maker's mark. Circa: 1930's. Ring size: 8 and sizable. Measures: North to
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Yellow Gold Emerald Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ring. This original lovely ring features five round emeralds
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.5
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 4.75 Metal Type: 14 karat yellow gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.7
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 10 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: 10 Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.2
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 10 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: 10 karat yellow gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.0
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.6
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: 14 karat yellow [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.5. grams
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14K Gold Two Tone Design Band Ring Floral Pattern Marked
By Art Carved
Located in Santa Monica, CA
14K GOLD Two Tone Design BAND RING Size 5 Floral Pattern Marked Art Carved J R Wood Marked Art
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
art deco ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The antique ring displays a
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1930s Art Deco Engraved Jade Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 14 karat yellow gold ring. Charming Art Deco ring, it is decorated on the top with a flat
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Onyx Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Onyx Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one onyx. Accented by three single cut
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wedding Band Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Maker: Lambert Brothers Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: 14Karat Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Ring, 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Designer Ring
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
This lovely Art Deco style diamond ring is quite the beautiful statement! Accented by the lovely 14
Category

2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Marquise Diamond Ring in Yellow & White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Style: Art Deco Marquise Ring Metal: Yellow & White Gold Metal Purity: 14K ​​​​​​​Stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Moonstone Filigree Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Moonstone Filigree Ring. This beautiful art deco ring
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Art Deco diamond band ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
BeautifulAntique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring. This classic ring has a .10 ct
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The pierced decorated Art Deco
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

French Art Deco Men's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. Splendid art deco signet ring, it is formed
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Pink Sapphire Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Deco Ring with 24 Diamonds and a Pink Sapphire In Yellow & White Gold Diamond weight approx
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Art Deco with Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Presenting A: Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Art Deco with Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 5 Featuring a
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco More Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Garnet solitaire ring, 9k yellow gold, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
An interesting and handsome vintage Garnet solitaire ring. It has a rich yellow gold mount with a
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Green Emeralds Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
This exquisite ring showcases the timeless beauty of Art Deco design, featuring a dazzling
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1930-1935 Art Deco Design Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Art Deco era with this exquisite 18-karat yellow gold ring
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 10K Yellow Gold Masonic Black Enamel Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 10K Yellow Gold Masonic Black Enamel Ring. This classic band is crafted
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Ring with Natural Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Art Deco-inspired ring is made of 14 karat yellow gold and features a natural pink tourmaline
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Ring with Natural Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat yellow gold ring features a green natural quartz measuring 15x15x8 mm. The collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

1930s Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Green Chalcedony Filigree Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Leaves Floral Wedding Band Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have a genuine Art Deco white gold wedding band. This beautiful vintage band is an
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond, Sapphire 14K Yellow Gold, Platinum Circle Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Deco period diamond and sapphire Circle ring composed of four diamonds and five blue
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Ct 1.05 Diamond Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Solitaire Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
This fine solitaire ring is made in 18 kt yellow gold ( gr 6.00 ). The central diamond has an
Category

Antique 1770s Italian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco 10 Karat Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This intricately carved shell cameo ring is as stunning as it is unique in 10 karat yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1920s Art Deco Diamond Yellow Gold and White Gold Set Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive Art Deco 0.03 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and 14 karat white gold set
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Tinted Yellow Diamond 14K White Gold Enamel Ring
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco 14 karat (14K) white gold ring with geometric black enamel lines surrounding a tinted
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Platinum Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Yellow Citrine Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A unique Vintage style, Art Deco Style Yellow 8.02cts citrine engagement ring. Beautiful Yellow
Category

2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring is crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set in 1.86 carats emerald & .30 carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Customizable 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Modern Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Collection Art Deco Style Customizable 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Modern Design Ring
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Art Deco, Messika Faith Allah Carved Emerald Yellow Gold Ring.
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Old Art Deco, Messika Faith Allah Carved Emerald 22K Yellow Gold Ring Emerald - 8.64 Cts For
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

1920s Diamond and Sapphire Yellow Gold Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Art Deco 0.37 carat diamond, 0.16 carat sapphire and 14 karat gold cocktail
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite Art Deco platinum and 18 karat yellow gold ring features a stunning 0.78 carat
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1930s Art Deco Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 2 grams Size: 4, Sizable Item Features
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ralph Masri Arabesque Deco Yellow Gold Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Elegant 18kt yellow gold ring from Ralph Masri's Arabesque Deco collection, inspired by Middle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Double Halo with Recycled Diamonds Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
The art deco inspired stepped double halo echoes the past but this solid 14k yellow gold ring with
Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Circa 1920s, Art Deco Etched Gold Band Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
14K Item Features: This elegant yet simple Art Deco band ring was made in the 1920s. This ring is
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Yellow Gold Dress Ring Art Deco Style, Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.33 carat diamond and 18 carat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set Art Deco
Category

Vintage 1940s German Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art deco ring with diamonds in 14k yellow gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Immerse yourself in the dreamlike beauty of this exquisite 14k yellow gold ring, a testament to
Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dome Ring 5 Diamonds Art Deco Style Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this magnificent dome ring in 18-carat gold, a true masterpiece of Art Deco style, topped
Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Featured in Vogue Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Ring with Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style ring is in 18 karat yellow gold with 15x15x8 mm vivid green grown quartz. It
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Inspired Asscher Cut Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Art Deco inspired Asscher cut diamond ring set in 18k yellow gold. This sparkly
Category

2010s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Art Deco Style 2.08 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting. The pierced decorated Art
Category

Vintage 1950s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14 Karat Yellow Gold Orange Blossom Vintage Wedding Band Ring
By Orange Blossom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and engraved details Stamped for 14 karat gold Circa: 1930s Ring size: 7 3/4 and not sizable Measures
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 1.47ct Diamond and 18ct Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.47 carat diamond and 18 carat yellow gold dress
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Style 1950s Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage Art Deco 1.38 carat ruby and 0.57 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow and white
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
design, this art deco style ring will make you beam with happiness. Ring Information Style: Art Deco
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Art Deco Yellow Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact art deco yellow gold ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect art deco yellow gold ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating an art deco yellow gold ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Luigi Ferrara, Diamonds Mine and Single Stone are consistently popular. An art deco yellow gold ring of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 1201, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and old european cut alternatives. Most of our art deco yellow gold ring for sale are for women, but there are 709 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Art Deco Yellow Gold Ring?

On average, an art deco yellow gold ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,509, while they’re typically $53 on the low end and $193,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 Bvlgari 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 ringsvintage 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.