Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Lavender Sapphire Single Stone Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Lavender Sapphire Stack Ring features a 1.77 carat emerald cut lavender sapphire set in a hand-crafted 18 karat gold bezel.
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Faye Kim Platinum .86 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Emerald Cut Bezel Ring, Size 6.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Ceylon Sapphire Emerald Cut Ring, with its bright, vitreous luster, is beautifully bezel-set and matte-finished.
Sapphire, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Hot Pink Sapphire Single Stone Bezel Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Hot Pink Sapphire Stack Ring. This stack ring features a .61 carat emerald cut hot pink sapphire set in a hand-crafted 18 karat gold bezel.
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Single Stone Bezel Ring, Size 7
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Stack Ring. This striking stack ring features a 1.30 carat emerald cut pink sapphire set in a hand-crafted 18 karat gold bezel.
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Sapphire Ring. GIA 1ct Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: 1.00 Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Primary Stone Color: I Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA Certified Seconda...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Emerald and Sapphire Engagement Ring. 1.80ct Emerald Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring features an approximately 1.80 carat emerald-cut natural emerald, elegantly secured in a platinum bezel setting.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
4.95tcw 18K 3 Stone Emerald Cut Emerald & Oval Reddish-Pink Sapphire Gypsy Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a breathtaking, emerald, and reddish-pink sapphire gypsy ring. The center stone is a stunning 3.30-carat, emerald cut.
Emerald, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rectangle Emerald Shape Cut Pink Sapphire & Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This gorgeous pretty ring is beautifully set with an emerald cut natural pink sapphire and round diamonds on shoulders.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Natural 4.20 Carat Yellow Sapphire Emerald Cut Eternity Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow Gold Natural 4.20 Carat Yellow Sapphire Emerald Cut Eternity Ring Product: Natural Yellow Sapphire Bezel Set Eternity Band Material: 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire Details: ...
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Curved Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Elegant and contemporary, this 14K White Gold Sapphire Diamond Ring features a stunning radiant cut Sapphire weighing approximately 0.90 carat. Sapphire is beautifully showcased in a...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold GIA Bezel Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline Diamond East West Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tourmaline - Emerald Cut - Bezel Set - Rich Blue Green - Clean - 3ctw (exact) ** See Sapphire Certification Details Below ** (2) Natural Genuine Dia...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Golden Beryl Heliodor & Blue Sapphire Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant Art Deco style 14 carats emerald cut golden beryl set in bezel setting. There are 4.84 carats of French cut natural Ceylon Sapphires and 82 round cut diamonds on the fra...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Beryl, Beryl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 2.5 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Matte Finish Mens Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage ring featuring an emerald-cut dark blue Sapphire center stone, secured in a bezel setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 8.95 Carat Emerald-Cut Sapphire Eternity Band Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Yellow Gold 8.95 Carat Emerald-Cut Sapphire Eternity Band Ring The buyer’s choice as it stands for an astoundingly creative structured 18 stones of emerald cut sapphires cu...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,213Sale Price / item|20% Off
Royal Blue Emerald-Cut 14K (18k) Yellow Gold Sapphire Eternity Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Radiant and refined, the Royal Blue Emerald-Cut Sapphire Eternity Band Ring is a timeless symbol of elegance and devotion.
Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.25ct Emerald Cut Teal Blue Sapphire 14K Gold Diamond Halo Ring AD1813
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ The center stone is a beautiful 2.25ct emerald-cut sapphire that exhibits a deep blue color with some yellow/green reflection from within. ♥ We bezel set the stone with milgrain ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold 3.4ctw Sapphire Diamond Emerald Cut Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Sapphires - 1 Emerald Cut & 5 Baguette - Bezel and Channel Set - Royal Blue Color - 1.90ctw (stamped) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - 1 Emerald Cut &...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 2.01 Carats Total Emerald Cut Sapphires & Diamond Double Halo Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful art deco fashion ring, featuring three bezel-set emerald cut sapphires weighing 2.01 carats total.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Diamond & Emerald Sapphire Fancy Cut Halo Art Deco Style Rose Flower Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The ring features a round shape center diamond in a bezel setting surrounded by French cut blue sapphire and emerald for its petals.
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
New 14k Yellow Gold 1.12ctw Emerald Cut Yellow Sapphire Solitaire Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Emerald Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Yellow Color - 1.12ct (exact) Total Carat Weight: 1.12 (exact) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4....
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s 14k White Gold and Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire Solitaire Ring /w Report
Located in Lexington, KY
The 2.15 carat natural blue sapphire is emerald cut and securely bezel set into the 14k white gold.
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$128,175Sale Price|25% Off
10.82 Carat Emerald Cut No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting an exquisite Art Deco Platinum Ring, featuring a 10.82 carat emerald-cut no heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire, certified by GIA and AGL with treatment and origin report.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
New 14k White & Yellow Gold 1.09ct Emerald Cut Yellow Sapphire Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Emerald Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Yellow Color - 1.09ct (exact) Total Carat Weight: 1.09 (exact) Material: Solid 14k White Gold w/ Yellow G...
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,920Sale Price / item|20% Off
Emerald-Cut 14K (18k upon request) Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Timeless elegance meets contemporary craftsmanship in this exquisite Emerald-Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Band Ring, masterfully set in solid 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
Natural 3.78 Carat Pink Sapphire Emerald Cut 18-Karat Eternity Ring In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Rose Gold Natural Pink Sapphire Emerald Cut Eternity Ring This 18k rose gold natural pink sapphire emerald-cut eternity ring is a stunning and elegant piece of jewelry, designed...
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
IGI Certified Bi Colour Blue Yellow Sapphire Emerald Cut 18k Gold East West Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Unique Natural Bi Colour Blue & Yellow Sapphire In a fine 18k White Gold East West Rubover Bezel Solitaire Ring.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Cut Blue Topaz & Sapphire Diamond Halo Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Beautiful antique design target ring, created with geometric shape. Mount in the center in a bezel setting, with an emerald cut aquamarine of approx. 4.20 carats, surrounded by Frenc...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
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
$3,075Sale Price|25% Off
Emerald Cut Peridot Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
At its center, an emerald-cut peridot gleams brilliantly in a sleek bezel setting, its fresh green hue alive with energy.
Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Annellino Italian Fine Jewellery Pink Sapphire Bezel Set 18K Stacking Ring
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
A 0.17ct Brilliant cut Pink Sapphire has been hand set in a 18kt Yellow Gold bezel setting to create this pretty ring.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Pin...
18k Gold Emerald Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring by Alexander Leyser
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
It is surrounded by a total of 61 brilliant-cut diamonds and 11 yellow sapphires. The emerald is held in a high-quality bezel setting, while the surrounding stones have been masterfu...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
1.92ct Emerald Cut Multi Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This three-stone ring featuring a 1.92 carat emerald cut multi sapphire, set in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.28 Ct Georgian Style Emerald-Cut Deep Blue Sapphire Solitaire Ring in 18K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Georgian-style solitaire ring in 18K solid yellow gold showcases a stunning 2.28-carat octagon-cut blue sapphire, measuring approximately 9 x 7 mm. The sapphire is securely set ...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Handmade 18K Gold GIA 12.50ct Orange Sapphire Solitaire Bezel Hammered Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
It comes with the original GIA certification for the stone which insures it is a 100% natural sapphire that originated from Sri Lanka. Enjoy! -- Item Details -- Material: Solid 1...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,800Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Old Mine Diamond Emerald Sapphire Dome Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A mesmerizing ensemble of diamond, emerald and sapphire, a swirling engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
$34,320Sale Price|20% Off
3 Carat Engagement Ring. Cushion Cut Diamond Sapphire Halo Ring K VS2 Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 3.00-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Primary Stone Color: K Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 Clarity Secondary Sto...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
18k Gold AGL No Heat Yellow Ceylon Sapphire & Princess Diamond Half Bezel Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
It features a natural, AGL certified, emerald cut yellow sapphire that weighs exactly 6.04 carats and is perfectly half-bezel set at the slightly raised center design.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Bezel Set Dark Blue Topaz with Surrounding Pink Sapphire Ring
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
18kt Rose Gold and Split Shank Ring with Emerald Cut Dark Blue Topaz Center Stone with surrounding Pink Sapphires is an elegant cocktail ring. Measures 0.75 across the top. This Rin...
Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
New 18k Yellow Gold 1.05ct GIA No Heat Sapphire Sideway Bezel Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Elongated Rectangular Step Cut - Bezel Set - Blue Color - 1.05ct (exact - certified) - VERY NICE CLEAN COLOR - NO HEAT ** See Certificati...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3 Carat Yellow And Blue Sapphire Bezel Dome Evil Eye Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Vintage Ring - Metal: 18K Yellow Gold - Setting: Bezel _______________________ Center Stone Details: - Type: Sapphire - Carat: 3 - Cut: Oval - Color: Yello...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Emerald Blue Sapphire Diamond Aquamarine Stacking Rings, Petra Class 2024
By Petra Class
Located in Dallas, TX
One-of-a-Kind Stacking Ring Set hand-fabricated by jewelry maker Petra Class featuring gorgeous bezel-set diamond, emerald, sapphire, and aquamarine gemstones (listed below: top to b...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Brown Diamond, Emera...
18k Yellow Gold 2.65ctw Emerald & Sapphire Wide Domed Bombe Cocktail Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Emerald Cut - Bezel Set - Rich Green Color - 0.65ctw (approx
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$34,320Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Sapphire Halo Ring. 3ct Cushion Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring K VS2
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite halo ring centers a breathtaking antique cushion-cut diamond weighing Approx. 3.00-Carats, graded K color and VS2 clarity. The diamond’s warm hue and exceptional clari...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Pearls Diamonds Emeralds Rubies Sapphires 18 Karats White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Byzantium Style Emerald Sapphire Ruby Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
This Byzantine style ring is bezel set with a round cut sapphire of 0.18 carat approximately to its centre, framed by a round cut emerald of 0.08 carat and a round cut ruby of 0.11 c...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 2.34Carat Emerald Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco Inspired ring features a vibrant emerald cut emerald at the center, and blue sapphire weighing 2.34 carats, in a secure bezel setting.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Certified Ceylon Blue Sapphire Emerald Diamond Solitaire White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite ring is centered with 4.47 carat cushion Ceylon sapphire into bezel setting.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.76 Ct Blue Sapphire Eternity Band 14K Solid Yellow Gold Bezel-Set Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This full eternity band of emerald-cut blue sapphires set in bold octagonal bezel frames of 14K solid yellow gold is precisely such a piece.
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.21 Ct Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire Ring in 18k Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT *** Details *** - Gold :- 18K Solid Gold - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.21 Ct Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire Ring in 14k Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT *** Details *** - Gold :- 14K Solid Gold - Gold Color :- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unique Blue Sapphire and Emerald Wedding Ring for Her in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unique Blue Sapphire and Emerald Wedding Ring for Her in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire and emerald of 2.53 carats.
Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Leto Lama Ocean Ring Band Sapphires Paraibas Emerald and Diamonds in 18 Ct Gold
Located in London, GB
luminous ocean palette captured in gold. This sculptural band is set with vivid Paraíba tourmalines in electric sea-blue tones, deep marine sapphires, brilliant white diamonds that ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Sapphire Emerald Ruby & Diamond Matte Finish Puffed Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Blue Color - 4.3x3.3mm - 0.35ct (approx.) 1 Natural Genuine Ruby & 1 Emerald - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.40 CT Natural Emerald Bezel-Set Cushion Signet Ring for Gift
Located in Jaipur, IN
Restraint as the highest luxury — this 14K solid yellow gold cushion signet ring sets a natural emerald-cut emerald in a flush bezel within a polished gold face of architectural auth...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold 3.02ct GIA Half Bezel Yellow Sapphire & Tsavorite 3 Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
The ring features a natural, GIA certified, emerald cut natural yellow sapphire that weighs exactly 3.02 carats and is neatly half bezel set at the center of the three stone setting ...
Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.87tcw 14K Multi-Gemstone Vivid Green Emerald, Diamond, & Sapphire Icon Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This exquisite ring features a stunning round-cut Colombian emerald as its centerpiece, displaying a vivid and remarkable green hue.
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, ...
2.92Ct Natural Sapphire & Emerald Toi et Moi Ring in 18k White Gold Holiday Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This ring is crafted in 18k white gold, featuring an emerald-cut blue sapphire and a pear-cut emerald, together weighing 2.92 carats.
Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (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.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire 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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