Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Geometric Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.95 carat - O/P color with VS2 clarity Bead set in a square form head with pierced basket and flanked by pierced cathedr...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 1.03 Carat D VS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
EGL USA Report Number US923930603 Handmade Art Deco Inspired Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Late Art Deco Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Lotus Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 0.51 carat - K color with VS2 clarity Set with tri-split prongs in a square form basket and flanked by geometric cathedral...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco 2.08ct Diamond Platinum Round Engagement Ring Sz. 5.75
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
A stunning Art Deco platinum engagement ring featuring a total of approximately 2.08 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 2.25 CTW Emerald Diamond Platinum Vintage Scrolling Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a square step cut emerald weighing approximately 0.90 carat - transparent deep green Bezel set and flanked by bezel set marquise cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.44 ca...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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
Platinum Art Deco Ring. 1.40ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Square Ring Platinum J VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.40 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary Stones: ...
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum, Gold
Art Deco Ruby, Diamond, Gold and Platinum Plaque Ring, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond early Art Deco plaque ring, with five principle old-cut diamonds, set horizontally, in platinum rub over settings, with a surround of calibré rubies, in a rectangu...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Jean Després Art Deco Modernist Sterling Silver Black Onyx Ring, 1920s
By Jean Despres
Located in Monaco, MC
Crafted in solid sterling silver with a commanding presence, the ring features a substantial square-cut black onyx plaque set within a geometric bezel that epitomizes Després' revolu...
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Platinum 1.00 Carat Old-Cut Diamond Calibré Sapphire Target Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Origin: European Period: Art Deco, circa 1930 Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Round old cut, approximately 1.00 carat Additional Diamonds: Old and single cut, approximately 0.45 cara...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 0.30ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A striking Art Deco engagement ring. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this piece features a 0.30 carat diamond as the primary stone, set in a hexagonal be...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,556Sale Price|20% Off
2 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite cocktail ring showcases a stunning natural sapphire, weighing approximately 2 carats, set in a sophisticated Art Deco-inspired design.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An Art Deco inspired ring, set to center a bezel set oval natural ruby, millgrain edging in typical Deco fashion, surrounded by triangle shaped rubies at its side, top, and bottom wi...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,912Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco Platinum 1ctw Baguette & Single Diamond Wide Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum Total Weight: 9.98 Grams Overall Width: 9.7mm (0.38") (top of the ring - north to south) Overall Height: 2.7mm rise off the finger Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a fin...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,560Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Platinum 3.0ctw Amethyst & Old European Mine Cut Diamond Milgrain Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 6 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (fitted on finger, we can custom size this ring. please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 21.4mm...
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 14k Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring, Floral Design, India, New
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Diamond Cocktail Ring in Art-Deco Style This Victorian period art-deco style diamond polki floral ring is fascinating.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage Art Deco 18K White Gold Light Blue Topaz Solitaire Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
The stone is set within a decorative bezel style frame accented with delicate migraine detailing, giving the ring a refined antique character.
Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Floral Art Deco Old European Diamond & Ruby Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco style flower form diamond, and ruby engagement ring in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Men's Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Round Sapphire & Diamond Ring, 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This bold and elegant men’s ring is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features a striking 7mm round sapphire as its centerpiece. The vibrant blue gemstone is complemented by four round ...
Diamond, Sapphire
1950s Art Deco Platinum Diamond & Ruby Ring — Old Cut ~0.60 ct
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A commanding 1950s Art-Deco inspired ring crafted in solid platinum, where vintage geometry meets luminous sparkle.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco–Style Platinum Diamond & Onyx Ring — 1.15 Carats, Size 6.75
Located in Miami, FL
A platinum ring featuring a dramatic combination of diamonds and sleek black onyx, designed in a bold Art Deco–inspired motif.
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco Roulette Wheel GIA Certified Diamond Emerald & Onyx Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Monte Carlo Art Deco roulette wheel engagement ring centers on a 1.50 carat diamond GIA certified as D color, the highest grade attainable.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring mounted in Platinum
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Ca.1925 Art Deco platinum ring starring an elegantly modeled marquise blue sapphire weighing 1.78 carats approx. (11,70X5,80X3.37mm) The enchanting royal-blue gemstone is set in a fu...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 18K White Gold Thalassa Ring with Blue Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, US
A round brilliant diamond is bezel-set in the center and there is some space between each of the ring's sections, typical of the Art Deco style in jewelry.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Déco Ring With Old European Cut Diamonds Circa 1920's
Located in Firenze, IT
Art Déco ring with old cut diamonds , yellow gold, platinum.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Marquise Art Deco Style Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold. It is hand set with .76 carats emerald & .91 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to l...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco 2.50 CTW Garnet Diamond Platinum Vintage Double Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a rectangular step-cut garnet weighing approximately 1.55 carats total - transparent brownish red in color Set by milgrain bezel a with a bead set double halo surround of s...
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Elongated Cushion Cut Color Change Garnet Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The baguettes are all bezel set. This ring is a one of a kind ring and cannot be duplicated.
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
French Art Deco Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring France, circa 1930
Located in New York, NY
This French Art Deco ring is built around proportion and precision: three step-cut diamonds totaling approximately 4.20 carats, each bezel-set in cool platinum so the geometry reads ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 14K Gold & Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed antique gold & diamond ring. In 14 karat yellow gold. With a bezel-set Old European cut 0.25± Ct diamond (Color: H-I, Clarity: VS2) in a filigree setting with a t...
Diamond, 14k Gold
4.02 Carat No Heat Ceylon Sapphire In Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL and Gubelin certified no-heat 4.02 carat cushion cut Ceylon sapphire set in vintage platinum Art Deco original mounting with diamond halo, handmade filigree, milgrain, and ornate...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Floral Art Deco Old European Diamond & Emerald Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An Art Deco style flower form diamond, and emerald engagement ring in platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Intricate Vintage Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring 2.50ct
Located in San Francisco, CA
Love love love it!! This Intricate Vintage Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring is a work of art! Crafted in Platinum, the design features an intricate pattern of sapphires, beaded e...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA certified Antique Art- Deco 2.10 carat Diamond, Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
GIA certified Antique Art-Deco Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring mounted in Platinum Art Deco engagement ring, sizzles in the center with a bright-white and sparkling European-cut diamo...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco White Gold 0.83tcw Old Mine Cut Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of Art Deco elegance, this Antique White Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Dinner Ring embodies the bold geometry and refined craftsmanship of the era.
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco 2.50 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Double Halo Dinner Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion cut sapphire weighing approximately 1.80 carats - transparent medium blue in color Bezel set with a pierced floating double halo surround of single cut diamonds W...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Style 18K White Gold Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 7.03 g.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950s Art Deco Style 2.08 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated Art Deco style rectangular setting is ornamented with a feature 0.60Ct transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond, bezel set to the center.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.25 Carat Old European Cut Ring. Diamond Accent Halo Ring Platinum L VS1 Bezel
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.25 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: L Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Clarity Seco...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Filigree Engagement Ring. 0.70ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum HVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.70 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Secondary Stones: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style Oval Green Tourmaline & Diamond Halo 14K Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.80 g.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art-Deco 4.48 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Original Art-Deco 4.48 carat Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in Platinum Platinum (tested) ring made in the early 1920s.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Single Cut Diamond Elongated Gia Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
There are 14 single cut round diamonds and square baguette diamonds that are all bezel set surrounding the center emerald, as well as three pave set round diamonds on each side of th...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Art Deco Egyptian Revival Hardstone Enamel 18K Antique Scarab Snake Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped steatite hardstone cabochon measuring 13.0 x 8.0 mm Opaque tan to greenish blue in color and carved to depict an Egyptian scarab Bezel set with granulated go...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Deco 1.35 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Scrolling Cluster Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.85 carat Transparent deeply saturated royal blue in color - bezel set Accented by a pierced floating diamond halo surround ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.42 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.42 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$6,240Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco Platinum 1.71ctw Old Cut Fancy Color & White Dual Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 13.9mm (0.55") (top of the ring - north to south) - 1.5mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 5.7mm rise off the finger Condition: Antique art deco.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1.46Ct Diamond and Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The millegrain decorated Art Deco design is embellished with a further ten pavé set Old European round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1920s Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Panel Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
This elegant Art Deco ring is set to the centre with a square step cut emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style 1.88 CTW Diamond, Sapphire, & Rock Crystal Engagement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco style diamond engagement ring in platinum.
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, Platinum
French Art Deco 0.70ct Diamond & Pearl Ring in 18k White Gold, 1930
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This French Art Deco ring, circa 1930, takes the era's love of geometry and softens it around a single, luminous pearl.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Revival Platinum Ring Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring, center securely Bezel set with a cabochon Blue Sapphire weighing approx. 4.50 Carat enhanced with rose cut side ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Opal Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This delightful vintage style ring is centered with a bezel set oval cabochon white opal.
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
French Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond Ring with Baguette & Round Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Period & Origin: Early 20th century French Art Deco jewelry Material: 18K white gold (750‰) Center Stone: 0.50 ct brilliant-cut diamond (F, VS) Accent Stones: Baguette-cut and rou...
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ring. 1.40ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Square Ring J VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.40 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Center Diamon...
Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, Gold
$1,198Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Diamond Filigree Floral Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - G Color - VS2 Clarity - 3.9mm (approx.) - 0.20ctw (approx.) (4) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Pave...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
No-Heat Burmese Star Ruby Ring, AGL 11ct, Art Deco Platinum Setting
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An 11-carat star ruby commands this ring, cut as an oval cabochon and bezel-set in platinum to protect its domed surface while showcasing the strong six-rayed asterism confirmed on t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1920s Platinum 1.27ctw Old European Cut Diamond Rectangular Panel Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
This statement Art Deco ring is set to the centre with a large old European cut diamond, held within a bezel setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco style sapphire diamond platinum cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The oval sapphire at the heart of this ring reads a true, saturated blue, bezel-set so the stone sits flush and protected within its diamond halo — a detail that nods directly to the...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Sterling Silver Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Classical and Timeless this Statement Ring hallmarks the characteristics of the famed Art Deco period.
Diamond, Onyx, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
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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