2.63ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally beautiful yellow gold diamond engagement ring is breathtaking! The diamonds are each hand selected for their exceptional combination of cut, color, and clarity and...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.77ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enter a world of timeless elegance with our exquisite 1.77ct round brilliant cut diamond engagement ring. At its heart lies a magnificent 1.70ct GIA-certified round brilliant cut dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.29ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wrap Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 0.52-carat Micropavé Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wrap Ring is a modern masterpiece.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.11ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Signet Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the realm of timeless elegance with our exquisite 0.11ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Signet Ring. Crafted in luxurious 14k gold, this sophisticated signet ring showcases a ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.91ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning round brilliant cut diamond ring is a masterpiece of sparkle and elegance.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.38ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The shank is adorned with round diamonds, enhancing its radiant allure. Total Carat Weight: 2.38 Stone Type: Natural Certification: GIA Metal: 18k White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 (sizable...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.04ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This timeless ring is perfect for making a statement. The elegant 18k white gold shank is adorned with a 0.96ct round brilliant cut center diamond, GIA certified at I-VS1, and a hidd...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 6.11ct Round Brilliant I SI1 Loose or Set in Solitaire Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this diamond ❤️ to receive price updates** *Offered loose; mounting into the pictured solitaire ring is available upon request.
Diamond, White Gold
9.54 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold contemporary diamond cocktail ring. The ring consists of multiple round brilliant cut diamonds totalling 9.54 carats which have been pave set in an 18ct y...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Brilliant cut Diamond Étincelle Triple Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Brilliant cut Diamond Etincelle Triple Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1709 Brand: Cartier Model: Etincelle de Cartier Ring Type: Ring RRP: £7,050 Accompanied By: Xupe...
Diamond
Platinum brilliant cut Diamond eternity ring 5.07 carats
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Beautifully handcrafted in 950 platinum this lovely eternity band is set with 9 perfectly matched bright white and sparkly round brilliant cut diamonds. Each round brilliant cut diam...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 2.42ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 2.42ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ810 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.15ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 1.15ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ807 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 0.29ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 0.29ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ802 Brand: Cartier Model: 0.29ct Diamond 1895 Ring Type: Ring Age: 2020 Accompanied By: Cartie...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 2.91 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Experience the allure of this IGI certified 2.91 carat deep red Natural ruby and 0.57 carat natural round brilliant diamonds ring in 18K white gold. With its classic diamond cluster ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Bezel-Set Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Ring -
Located in Seattle, WA
Perfect to protect the dazzling GIA-certified round brilliant cut natural diamond! Era: Contemporary Metal Type: Platinum Setting Type: Bezel-Set Ring Size: 4.75 Main Diamond(s): Na...
Diamond, Platinum
Baguette and Round Brilliant Swirl Wave Ring 2.97 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow gold ring featuring 32 baguette diamonds and 13 round brilliants weighing 2.97 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Filigree Cushion Shaped Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: Platinum Diamond Count: 1 brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.64 carats Diamond Color: I Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Size: 6.5 Total Weight:...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.46ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 1.46ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ849 Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Graff, 2.07 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exceptional Graff diamond ring, featuring a stunning 2.07 carat round brilliant cut center diamond, GIA certified with F color, VVS2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: platinum Diamonds: 1 Round Brilliant Cut = 1.01cttw GIA: 5232612046 Color: G Clarity: SI1 Diamond: 30 Round Diamonds: 0.54cttw Ring Size: 6 Dimensions: rin...
Diamond, Platinum
Mauboussin Crystal Dome on Brilliant Cut Diamonds Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 KT SOLID WHITE GOLD MAUBOUSSIN CRYSTAL DE ROCHE DOME ON BRILLIANT CUT DIAMONDS RING. UNIQUE & CRYSTAL DOME HAS A LOUPE EFFECT ON THE DIAMONDS MATERIAL: 18 kt white gold SIZE: 5...
Diamond, 18k Gold
0.31 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a single stone GIA certified diamond engagement ring. The focal point of this ring is a round brilliant cut diamond which has been set in a four claw collet crafted in platin...
Diamond, Platinum
Oxidised Silver Round Ring with Brilliant Cut Diamonds
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Fine silver ring with white brilliant cut diamonds (0.34ct).
Diamond, Silver
Art Deco Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Description: This 18K white gold ring showcases a softly contoured diamond cluster design centered around a bright round diamond, framed by three...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Band Ring with Brilliant Cut Diamonds Size 4.5
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Here is a Platinum Band Ring featuring Brilliant Cut White Diamonds, each approximately 0.1ct, G color, and VS2 clarity
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum 2ctw Brilliant Lively Pave Diamond Domed Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 2.0ctw (exact) Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 9.62 Grams Ring S...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 8.35ct No Heat Burma Sapphire Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Center Stone Details: Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Double Cabochon Transparency: Semi-Transparent Color: Blue Carat Weight: 8.35 carats Measurements: 13.45 x 9.75 x 6.00 mm Species: Na...
Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
3.06Ct Very Fine Oval Brilliant Zambian Emerald Ring
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
The surrounding Half Moon and Round Brilliant White Diamonds serve to provide a great contrast and really emphasize the rich green color.
Emerald, 18k Gold
1.92ct Circular Brilliant Diamond Platinum Vintage Wedding Ring (GIA)
Located in New York, NY
Title: This elegant vintage platinum wedding ring features a beautifully balanced Art Deco–inspired design centered around a 1.04-carat Circular Brilliant Cut diamond, graded I color...
Diamond, Platinum
1.00 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming engagement ring. The ring has been crafted from platinum and showcases a single 1.00 carat round brilliant cut diamond at its centre.
Diamond, Platinum
0.50 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a single stone diamond ring. The ring features a single round brilliant cut diamond set in a six claw 18ct yellow gold mount.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Theo Fennell Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 18 carat white gold, this classic Theo Fennell diamond halo engagement ring is set with the high-quality F colour, VS clarity, round brilliant cut diamonds that one would ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
0.40 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Twist Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold diamond solitaire ring. The central diamond is a brilliant cut which has been claw set in an 18ct yellow gold twist style mount.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
0.60 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Trio Eternity Rings
Located in Napoli, IT
Distinctive trio of eternity rings crafted of solid 18 KT gold marked Appealing three colours of gold: white , yellow and rose gold To stand all together, single or mixed with others...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Round Brilliant Diamond Crescent Style Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material 18k white gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.60ctw of round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
1.50ct Cushion Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite platinum ring features a 1.00ct cushion brilliant center diamond, GIA certified at G-VS1.
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Platinum Engagement Ring, 3.81ct Round Brilliant Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At its center, a round brilliant cut diamond offers a lively yet refined sparkle, serving as a classic focal point that feels both elegant and enduring.
Diamond, Platinum
Boucheron 13.48 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
The ring features 2 Tapered Baguette cut side Diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
1.21 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Estate Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
White Gold Entourage Ring with Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Diamonds: Naturally shiny; Weight: 0.75 carat; Cut: Brilliant; Colour: F-G; Purity: VS; Grinding quality: Very good; Weight: 3.0 grams; Ring Size: 53 ( 17mm ); Hallmark: 18 karat ( 7...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
$5,265Sale Price|25% Off
14k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond Brilliant Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Total weight is 6.4 grams. Totally is main diamond 0.97 ct. Totally is side brilliant cut and baguette cut diamond 1.18 ct.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Round Brilliant Diamond Crescent Style Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k rose gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.60ctw of round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1.76ct Cushion Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The platinum band is adorned with a 1.01ct elongated cushion brilliant diamond, GIA certified at G-VS1, ensuring a pristine white and clear appearance.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.89Ct Round Brilliant Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
This custom platinum ring features a 1.89Ct Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond that is also a VS1 in clarity and is surrounded in a halo of natural pink diamonds. Round diamonds that are a...
Yellow Diamond, Platinum
1.60ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Six-Stone Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This remarkable 1.60ct diamond five-stone ring is dazzling! The round brilliant cuts are expertly matched in color and hand set with delicate milgrain detailing on a sleek 18k rose g...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.45ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Trinity Eternity Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Trinity Eternity Ring in 14K Rose Gold is a stunning embodiment of elegance.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Brilliant Diamond Platinum Contemporary Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.39 carats - G color with VS1 clarity Set in a six pronged classic Tiffany style mounting Flanked by knife edge shoulders Inscribed ...
Diamond, Platinum
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
Round Brilliant Cut Halo Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Engagement Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds 0.39ct 18k rose gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold ring set with brilliant cut diamonds 0.39 ct, ring size U.S. 7.0 - EU. 17.5 (55) detailed description: The ring is 4.8 mm wide by 6.0 mm high ring size US 7.0 - EU....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Unique diamond White Gold Ring with Brilliant cut
Located in Berlin, BE
Presenting a truly exquisite piece of jewelry that is sure to mesmerize and captivate with its beauty - the Unique White Gold Flower Ring with Brilliant Stones. Meticulously crafted ...
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.10ct Cushion Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enter a world of exquisite elegance with our stunning cushion cut diamond engagement ring. At its heart lies a 1.00ct GIA-certified cushion brilliant diamond, boasting a pristine G c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Ruby and Tiered Brilliant-Cut Diamond Starburst Ring
Located in New York, NY
Details: Metal: 14K White Gold Gemstone: Brilliant Cut Diamonds Oval Ruby Measurement: Ring Size 6.75
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Brilliant Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully cut bright and lively cushion brilliant weighing 1.12 carats is the centerpiece of this wonderfully handcrafted platinum engagement ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston, 1.17 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exceptional Harry Winston diamond ring, featuring a stunning 0.75 carat round brilliant cut center diamond, GIA certified with D color, VVS1...
Diamond, Platinum
1970s Platinum Cocktail Ring with 3.10ct Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in Marcianise, IT
A jewel that represents a true long-term investment, created for those who wish to wear a symbol of prestige and uncompromising style. Ring total weight 9.80 grams Diamonds weight 3...
Diamond, Platinum
10 Brilliant Diamond Band Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 10 round brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.40 carats Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: SI1-SI2 Ring Size: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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