GIA Burma Purplish Pink Oval Sapphire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Black Rhodium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring size 6.5. Comes with the GIA certificate.
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
GIA Burma Purplish Pink Oval Sapphire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Black Rhodium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring size 6.5. Comes with the GIA certificate.
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Art Deco, Rose Cut 8.25ct, Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring, 8.25 Carat Ruby, Rose Cut Diamonds, 18K White Gold Metal Purity: 18k Diamond Carat: 3.50ct Colored Stone: Ruby 8.25 ct Weight: 11.8 Grams...
Sapphire, White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Unheated 1.73ct Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring No Heat GRS Certificate - Stunning
Located in bangkok, TH
A Simply stunning Unheated 1.73ct Burma Ruby from the famed gem mines of Mogok in Burma (Myanmar), set in this gorgeous classic platinum and diamond setting. The colour of this magni...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
4.95 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Ring In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Myanmar Imperial Green Jade Cabochon Ring in 18K White Gold with Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
Mother Nature's stunning, intense green color makes this ring unique and attractive. This natural jadeite ring is a good choice for treating yourself to something very special and ...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.02 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood And Diamond Rings 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and 1.04 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 1.50 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 1.50 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.64 Carat Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood And Diamond Ring In 18K W. Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Burma Sapphire And Old Cut Diamond Navette Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Adorn your finger with the timeless elegance of this Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Burma Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Navette Ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
1.47 Ct. Burmese Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Absolute triumph of vintage architectural design, this magnificent Art Deco inspired engagement ring makes an opulent estate statement. A vibrant, emerald-cut certified 1.47 ct. red ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 1.83 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 1.83 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
No Heat AGL Certified Oval Burmese Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By Pico Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous three stone untreated Burmese sapphire and diamond ring in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold 6.75 Carat Burma Ruby GRS Certificate 3.26 Carat Diamond Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18k white gold and features a 6.75 ct Burmese ruby with a GRS certificate.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.08 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring. The ruby weighs 1.08 carat and is certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, no heat, and 'Pigeon Blood'. The total diamond weight is 0.4...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.70 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 0.70 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Thai Certified 1.98 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Presenting a creation from Rewa Jewelry, this ring showcases a 1.98-carat red ruby. The ring is certified as 'Reddish Purple' from American Gemological Laboratories (AGL) Thai, Certi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Cert. 2.18 Carat Natural Burmese, Pigeon's Blood Ruby Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GRS Certified 2.18 Carat Natural, Burmese, Pigeon's Blood Ruby and 0.72 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 10 Carat NO HEAT BURMA Blue Sapphire Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite unheated and untreated blue sapphire with origin BURMA that is extremely rare and valuable furthermore the sapphire has no signs of treament or heat and this was certif...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Certified Burmese Pigeon's Blood Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.69 carats with Diamond 0.61 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings (GIT Certified, The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand) Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified Burmese Pigeon's Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pigeon's Blood Ruby 1.23 carats and Diamond 3.59 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 8.10 grams "We first opened doors i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.35 Carat Octagon Emerald, Burmese Ruby, Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new stunning ring with a fusion of vibrants colours and exceptional craftsmanship featured by Rewa Jewels made in 18 karat white gold. - A captivating octagon shaped emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring 7.81 ct. Burmese No Heat Ruby Gübelin &GRS Certified
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant 18 kt. Yellow Gold Ring With a 7.81 ct. Burmese No Heat Ruby The Ruby comes Certified by Gübelin & GRS Ruby: Pink - Red, Cushion - Oval shape, Burma Ruby 7.81 ct.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Burmese Ruby, Diamond and Yellow Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.72 carats with Diamond 0.56 carats and Yellow Diamond 0.27 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (GIT Certified, The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand) Width: 2...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Untreated Genuine Burmese Jadeite Jade Diamond Ring in 14K 2-tone Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Certified Untreated Genuine Burmese Jadeite Jade Diamond Ring in 14K 2-tone Gold, a captivating piece that exudes elegance and showcases the natural beauty of jadeite...
Jade, Diamond, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 3.86 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby And Diamond Ring In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The ruby has been certified by GIA as Burmese and without any heat treatment. Studded with 26 pieces round shaped diamonds weighing approximately 0.27 carat complimenting the ring.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Certificated Unheated Burma Natural Pink Sapphire
Located in Firenze, FI
An exquisite ring featuring an Stephen Kennedy BSc FGA DGA certified ,approximately 4,5 carats pink sapphire originating from the most historic and rare source, Burma or present day ...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
$35,359Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.0 Carat Burma Ruby Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Oval Shape Ruby
Located in Brooklyn, NY
GIA Certified natural Burma 3.0 carat Ruby ring in 18K Yellow Gold, with side two round diamond 0.10 carat.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Myanmar Lavender Tint White Donut Jade Floral Ring in 14K Bicolor Gold
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing the Cherry Blossom Lavender Jadeite Donut Ring, as intricate and precious as nature. Each one-of-a-kind Type A Jadeite ring is framed with luxurious 14kt solid rose gold ...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s 2.28 Carat Oval Cut Burma Ruby and 2.00 Carat Diamonds Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold with an AGL certified, Burma origin, Non-heat treated, Oval cut Ruby weighing 2.28 carats, and accenting Round Brilliant and Marquise cut Diamonds w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,272Sale Price|20% Off
Hand-Carved Type A Myanmar Jadeite Ring Band in Sterling Silver, US 6
Located in Kowloon, HK
Presenting our remarkable Type-A Myanmar jadeite jade ring band, a true testament to the beauty of natural gemstones.
Jade, Sterling Silver
Oval Burmese Jade and Double Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5.5 A masterpiece of elegance and refinement, this striking ring features a captivating oval-cut Burmese jadeite at its center.
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold GIA 7.14ctw Arc Shape A Burma Jade & Diamond Saddle Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural - Oval Arc Saddle Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - Great Color - 6.83ct (exact - stamped) ** See Certification Details B...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.01 Carat No Heat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a piece from Rewa Jewelry, this Ruby and Diamond Ring is a blend of luxury and sophistication. At the center of the ring is a 1.01-carat Pigeon Blood Burma Ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.38 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by contemporary aesthetics, this ring features a striking center ruby weighing 1.38 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
SSEF Certified 3.39 Carats Red Burma Spinel and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
SSEF certified 3.39 carats red, oval, unheated Burma spinel and diamond ring. Elegant, eye-catching Solitaire ring crafted in 18 karat white gold and centering upon one red, oval ...
Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Burma Unheated Ruby and Natural Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Singapore, SG
We offer a one-time complimentary resizing service for the rings you purchase from Burma Jars, allowing for an increase or decrease in size of up/down to three sizes. ==============...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring GRS Certified 2.58 Carat Burma No Heat in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a brand new ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels. This ring has been inspired by traditional Art Deco themes through it's symmetrical designs and traditional shaped such ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.95 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
At its heart lies a captivating 0.95-carat Burmese ruby, certified by GemResearch Swisslab (GRS) as the coveted 'Pigeon Blood' hue.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
A Platinum Art Deco Ring Set with Diamonds and An Oval Facetted Burma Ruby
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A platinum ring set with an oval untreated Burma ruby (app. 0.8 carat) and old cut diamonds, France, circa 1920.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 8.31 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Prepare to be captivated by a truly exceptional piece of fine jewelry – an 18K white gold ring that showcases an extraordinary IGI-certified 8.31-carat Burmese ruby of the rarest and...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum oval - cut 2.39 ct. NATURAL SAPPHIRE Ring ( Not heated ) BURMA
Located in Braintree, GB
Platinum Diamond Burma Sapphire ring ( Not heated ) Finger Size: UK L (EU 51.75 , US 5.5 ) Weight:3.50 grams Diamonds - Cut: Baguettes Quantity:2 Total carat weight: 0.22 carat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
12 Carat Certified Natural Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful no heat, natural oval shape ruby cabochon weighing over twelve carats, accented with two tapered trapezoid shape step-cut diamonds, set in Platinum. The ruby accompanies ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
16.55 mm South Sea Pearl And 12 Carat Burma Sapphire "Head Turner'' 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
This long cultivation process makes South Sea pearls rarer — and more expensive. This beautiful 18K ring has a 16.50 mm premium size with natural flaws pearl and is accented by 12 c...
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21.74ct Burma No Heat Star Sapphire in Platinum Ring by Shreve, Crump and Low
Located in Tampa, FL
A.G.L. 21.74ct Burma No Heat Star Sapphire in Platinum Ring by Shreve, Crump and Low, one of Americas Oldest Jewelers Founded in 1796 Sapphire Weight - 21.74ct Shape - Caboch...
Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Channel GIA Square Step Burma Ruby Wide Eternity Stack Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Very pleasant ring in person. Enjoy! --Stone(s):-- (24) Natural Genuine Burma Rubies - Square Step Cut - Channel Set - Purplish Red Color - **See Certifications Details Below** Tota...
Ruby, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 0.76 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring in Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A ‘Pigeon Blood’ red hue ruby and diamond solitare ring made in 18 Karat gold. This ring was inspired by art-decor themes portrayed through the use and placement of baguette-cut diam...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 18 Carat Oval-Cut No Heat Burma Sapphire and Diamond 18K Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: ✔ Stone: Sapphire ✔ Center-Stone Weight: 18.16 Carats ✔ Stone Cut: Oval ✔ Stone Color: Blue ✔ Heat Treatment: None ✔ Stone Origin: Burma (Myanmar) ✔ Certificate: GRS (Gemolo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 4.49 Carat Burma No Heat Blue Sapphire and Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: Type: Engagement Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 6.62 Grams Size: 6 Setting: Cathedral Band Center Stone Details: Type: Natural Sapphire Origin: Burma Carat: 4.49 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.06 CT GIA Certified Cushion Cut No Heat Burma Sapphire in 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Houston, TX
1.06 CT GIA Certified Cushion Cut No Heat Burma Sapphire in 18k Yellow Gold Ring An elegant sapphire and diamond ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, centered by a vivid blue sapphire a...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spinel Blossom - Fine Burmese Spinel flanked with Cadillac Diamonds in 18K Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Spinel Blossom — A Bloom of Vivid Pink & Diamond Light Some rings sparkle. Spinel Blossom blooms. At its heart lies a 4.10‑carat vivid pink Burmese spinel, certified by Guild — a ge...
Spinel, Diamond, 18k Gold
Gubelin Certified 4.98 Carat Burma No Heat Red Spinel Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
This exquisite Gubelin-certified Burma no-heat red spinel and diamond ring is a true masterpiece of rarity and refinement.
White Diamond, Spinel, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Cert. 2.14 Carat Natural Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.14 Carat Natural Star Ruby and 1.034 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the King o...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
1950's 4.00 CTW No-Heat Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Vintage Double Halo Ring AGL
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut ruby weighing 1.60 carats total - transparent medium red Natural Burmese (Myanmar) in origin and displaying no indications of heat treatment Prong set in a wire...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4.91 Carat Cabochon Natural Red Ruby Burma No Heat GIA and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
GIA Certificate # 6204539439 concluded the center as a Natural Untreated and Unheated Red Ruby from the famous mine in Burma. The most expensive rubies on the market today are unheat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.73 Carat Burma No Heat Red Ruby with Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring features a rare 0.73-carat heart-cut red ruby from Burma, certified by GIA as untreated to preserve its natural beauty (certificate number GIA7508603695).
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold 3.85ct Gia Burma No Heat Ruby Baguette Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
The remaining of this unique and elegant design is adorned with custom cut baguette and square step cut diamonds adding a superb touch of brilliance and a spectacular look that is gu...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum SSEF Oval Burma No Heat Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
No indications of heating. Origin: Burma (Myanmar)
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$7,040Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 2.40 Carat Burma Ruby & 1.41 Carat Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This IGI Certified Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring is a true masterpiece that combines the allure of a rare Burmese ruby with the timeless beauty of diamonds in a captivating cluster d...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA certified 3.04 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Ring In 18 Karat W. Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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