Jemma Wynne Asscher cut Diamond and Emerald Duo Ring
By Jemma Wynne
Located in Englewood, NJ
Our Diamond and emerald Duo Ring is a one of a kind piece. The diamond is an Antique stone repurposed from an old estate piece of jewelry. The cut and color is magical! The emerald ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald 0.70 ct, Diamonds 1.60 ct. Contemporary Band Ring.18 Kt Gold. Made Italy
Located in Rome, IT
Band model ring with central Assecher cut Emerald of 0.70 ct, surrounded by a pavé of brilliant cut diamonds weighing a total of 1.60 ct. The ring is in 18 Kt yellow gold, its manuf...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.63 Carat Sea Bluish-Green Emerald Half Bezel Solitaire Yellow Gold Ring 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A fashion-forward rare asscher emerald ring that displays not just simplicity, but also elegance. This special piece features a large 6.63-carat, natural Asscher cut emerald from the...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.40tcw 14K Men's Genuine Spring Green Emerald Wedding Gold Band Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Showcased is a handcrafted Princess cut genuine emerald wedding band 14k. Handcrafted by our own master jeweler, this ring features a row of seven-channel set princess cut emeralds. ...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.47tcw AAA+ Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Princess Cut Diamond Engagement 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Indulge in this exquisite, fine-quality AAA Colombian emerald and princess diamond statement ring in solid 18K. The center stone features a 0.72-carat, natural rare Colombian emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.66 Carat Colombian East To West Asscher Cut Bezel Set Unisex Gypsy Ring 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A gorgeous and chunky solitaire emerald ring. This luminous piece features a 2.66-carat, natural Colombian emerald asscher cut with remarkable characteristics such as its vivacious s...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.24 Carat AAA+ Colombian Emerald Asscher Cut, Double Prong Solitaire Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a classic and top-of-the-line Colombian emerald with an extremely rare AAA+ quality solitaire engagement/right-hand ring. This luxurious piece showcases a remarkable 3.24...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.02tcw AAA Fine Quality Rich Green Colombian Emerald & Diamond Engagement Plat
Located in Jupiter, FL
An exquisite fine quality AAA Colombian emerald and diamond ring. The center gemstone showcases almost a full carat of pure Colombian, AAA+ emerald goodness! Displaying the most enth...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.85tcw Medium Dark Green Genuine Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond 3-Stone Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A classic emerald and diamond engagement, statement, or right-hand ring. Dexterously crafted in gleaming 14K yellow gold this ring features a 1.76-carat natural Zambian emerald-Assch...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.25cts 14K Natural Emerald-Asscher Cut Solitaire White Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a remarkable, emerald solitaire ring. The featured gem carries an impressive 3.25-carat, Asscher-cut Zambian emerald with stunning characteristics. Set in a unique four-p...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
7.58ct 18K Natural Large Emerald-Asscher Cut Solitaire Bezel Set Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a magnificent solitaire large emerald engagement or right-hand ring. This lovely piece showcases an impressive 7.58-carat, natural big emerald from the origin of Zambia....
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.55tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Shank White Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elegantly displayed is a natural Asscher-cut emerald and diamond ring. The center gem is a beautiful quality, Asscher cut, emerald filled with life and brilliance! Among the emeralds...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.17cts 14K Natural Emerald-Asscher Cut Bezel Set Solitaire Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a rich vibrant green emerald, solitaire, Asscher-cut bezel ring in solid 14K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire ring carries a full 3.17-carat EARTH MINED emerald in a...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.73 Carat Certified Fine Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond 18K Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Exquisite Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Gold An extraordinary, investment-grade statement piece handcrafted in our private workshop. This one-of-a-kin...
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rachel Koen Green Emerald Diamond Three Stone Ring Platinum 1.80Cttw
Located in New York, NY
A bright vibrant crystalline green Colombian emerald with soft shouldered square emerald-cut, radiates between sparkling white trillion-cut diamonds in this classic estate jewel rend...
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
1.66tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Split Shank Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A dazzling emerald and diamond ring. This beautiful piece features a 1.41-carat, natural Zambian Asscher cut emerald. The gem displays a vivid dark green color, and very good clarity...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.51tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut & Diamond Accent Floral Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a stunning emerald and diamond ring. The center stone features a lovely, 3.48-carat natural Zambian emerald cut emerald. The gemstone has amazing characteristics, such as...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 9.67 Carats Zambian Emerald Ring with Diamonds 3.37 Carats & 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning natural Zambian Emerald cocktail ring with big size diamonds in 14k gold the Emerald is of very good quality and diamonds are big sizes with vsi purity and G colo...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$3,496Sale Price|20% Off
Stylish Emerald White 18K Yellow Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 18K Emerald 5.04 Cts/16 Pcs Size 54 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva-based jewelry brand that creates modern jewelry ...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
1.35tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Accent Half Moon Men's Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Setting Style: Prong/Pave Setting Material: 14K Yellow Gold Setting Weight: 10.9 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Asscher Cut Weight: 0.90-Carats Clarity: Transparent Color: Green L...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.0tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Cluster Shank Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elegantly displayed is a natural Asscher-cut emerald and diamond ring. The center gem is a beautiful quality, Asscher cut, emerald filled with life and brilliance! Among the emeralds...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.01tcw 18K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Baguette Diamond Men's Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A remarkable Colombian emerald and diamond ring. The center stone carries a full 2.71-carat Asscher cut natural Colombian emerald; displaying a stunning bluish-green color, and pellu...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.76cts 18K Natural Emerald-Asscher Cut Solitaire Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a one of a kind, natural emerald solitaire Asscher-cut engagement ring/right-hand ring in 18K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire ring carries a full 7.76-carat emerald...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.20cts 14K Natural Emerald-Asscher Cut Petite Solitaire Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a custom emerald solitaire asscher-cut ring in 14K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire ring carries a 1.20-carat emerald in a four-prong setting. The emerald has very g...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,868Sale Price|20% Off
Stylish Emerald White 18K Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18K (Same Ring model with Blue Sapphires Available too) Emerald 4.35 Cts/9 Pc Size 54 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva-...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,631Sale Price|20% Off
Fashion Everyday Emerald Yellow Diamond Yellow 18K Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 18K Diamond 0.05 Cts/18 Pcs Emerald 0.85 Cts/4 Pcs Yellow Diamond 0.38 Cts/1 Pcs Size 54 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Ge...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,845Sale Price|20% Off
Fashion Everyday Emerald Diamond White 18K Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18K Diamond 0.45 Cts/15 Pcs Emerald 0.38 Cts/15 Pcs Size 54 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva-based jewelry brand that ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$3,834Sale Price|20% Off
Stylish Emerald Blue Sapphire White 18K Gold Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 18K (Same Ring model with Emerald Available too) Emerald 2.06 Cts/1 Pcs Blue Sapphires 2.99 Cts/8 Pcs Size 54 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditi...
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
1.76cts 18K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut 8-Prong Solitaire Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a one-of-a-kind, natural emerald solitaire Asscher-cut engagement ring/right-hand ring in 18K white gold, with black rhodium over the face. This gorgeous solitaire ring ...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
2.17tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Showcased is a natural high-quality emerald and diamond modern engagement ring in 14K. This ring features a deep vivid Asscher cut emerald from Colombian mines. The emerald is set in...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.30tcw AAA+ Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A fine quality 1.40tcw natural Colombian emerald and diamond halo engagement/anniversary ring. The center gemstone is a fine, vivid dark green, Muzo emerald handset in a 14K white go...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.71tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Diamond Engagement Ring Gift
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is an exquisite, Colombian emerald and diamond halo ring. The gorgeous setting lets sit an excellent quality Colombian emerald with beautiful color and very good eye clarity. Th...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.61 Carat Asscher Green Emerald Halo 14k Two Tone Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 14K White and Yellow gold ring feature a GIA Certified 6.61-Carat Asscher cut Natural Green Emerald from Zambia. A halo of brilliant round diamonds encircles the emerald. Three ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,184Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 5.20 Carat Asscher Cut Green Emerald Double Halo 14k Two-Tone Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 14K White and Yellow gold ring feature a 5.20 - Carat Asscher cut Natural Green Emerald from Zambia in a bright green color. The emerald is encircled by a double halo of brillia...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Emerald Ring in 18k gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond wt 5.64cts emerald wt 7.47cts gold net wt 16.308gm(18k) Its very hard to capture the true color and luster of the stone, I have tried to add pictures which are taken professi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$5,560Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 7.74 Carat Green Emerald Asscher Shape Halo Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18k white and yellow gold ring features a 7.74 Carat Asscher cut Natural Green emerald from Zambia. It is encircled by a halo of brilliant round diamonds on a band that is taper...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.09 Carat Green Emerald 18k White & Yellow Gold Halo Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18K White and Yellow gold ring features a 6.09 - Carat Ascher cut Natural Green emerald from Ethiopia. Excellent bright and vibrant green color. The emerald is encircled by a ha...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 0.85ct Diamond & 4.72ct Emerald Ring in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond wt 0.85cts semi precious wt 4.72cts gold net wt 7.536gm(18k) Its very hard to capture the true color and luster of the stone, I have tried to add pictures which are taken pro...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$12,640Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 9.61 Carat Green Emerald 18K White & Yellow Halo Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18K White and Yellow gold ring feature a 9.61 - Carat Ascher cut Natural Green emerald from Zambia. Excellent deep green color. The emerald is encircled by a halo of brilliant r...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.37tcw Plat Colombian Asscher Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is this beautiful emerald and diamond engagement ring. Stunning from any angle is this full 0.95-carat, Colombian emerald. Cut in the shape of an Asscher, with a gorgeously ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18k White Gold Ring with 3.31 Ct Asscher Cut Sapphire & 1.15 Ct Emerald Diamonds
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold sapphire and diamond ring features 3.31 ct asscher cut share sapphire and 1.15 carats of emerald diamonds on the side all in bezel setting
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, White Gold
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.56 Carat Square Green Emerald Halo 18k Two-Tone Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
From our signature Gemstones collection of exquisite red carpet pieces, this handcrafted 18k Two-Tone gold ring is centering a 3.56 Carat of top quality Ethiopian square green emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,384Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Asscher Green Emerald Double Halo Diamond Ring 'Center-5.21 CT'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Red Carpet stunning handcrafted ring features 5.21 Green Natural emerald in premium color. The emerald encircled by two rows of micro-prong set round brilliant diamonds. To comp...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Asscher Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Cayen Collection
Located in Carmel, CA
A single, Asscher cut Emerald accented with six graduated Asscher cut Diamonds is set in a hand fabricated, 18k white and yellow gold setting. Certified, Vivid Color Emerald. Emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Engagement Wedding Ring Set wit a natural Colombian emerald, octagonal Asscher cut, AAA+ Intense medium green color, VS in clarity. Total emerald weight :1.09 carats. Accented with ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.00 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond with Emerald & Onyx Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique engagement ring, featuring a 1.00 carat Asscher cut diamond, channel-set in between two emeralds weighing 0.70 carat total. Surrounded by four half moon cut onyxes found a...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Certified Untreated No Oil Colombian Emerald Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry in New York, Featuring the most prized Emeralds we have ever seen. The center stone is just above 7.00 carats. The color is of the most desir...
Emerald
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold 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.
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