Vintage 1950s 40.73 Carat Cabochon Burma Star Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Burma origin non-heat treated Cabochon Star Ruby
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1950s 40.73 Carat Cabochon Burma Star Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Burma origin non-heat treated Cabochon Star Ruby
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Red Star Ruby Stone 5.45 cts in 14K Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds / GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the mesmerizing allure of this natural Burma star ruby ring, set in 14K yellow gold
Star Ruby, Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Myanmar Star Ruby Diamond Ring: Platinum White Gold, Burma Ruby
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing our exquisite handcrafted natural star ruby ring, featuring a stunning 1.04 Ct star
Star Ruby, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Unheated Burma Star Ruby and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 3.56 ct. GIA unheated Burma purplish pink star ruby oval cabochon with 2.50 ct. good
White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold
Unheated 19.91ct Burma Star Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
19.91 ct Burma Unheated Star Ruby and Diamond Ring in Platinum Ruby Ring features an oval
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
7.23 Carat No Heat Burma Star Ruby & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring in 18k Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
7.23CT cabochon cut natural star ruby & diamond side-stone ballerina ring in 18K Yellow Gold. This
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.76 Carat Burma No Heat Star Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS certified 8.76 carat unheated star ruby cabochon ring set in platinum with 0.88 carat baguette
Star Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Burma Star Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring - AGL
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Burma Star Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring. This incredible Art
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Burmese Star Ruby Cocktail Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, One-of-a-Kind
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
This distinctive cocktail ring showcases a 4.00-carat oval cabochon Burmese star ruby as its
Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 10.88 Carat No Heat Burma Star Ruby in Vintage Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring. A vintage cocktail ring featuring a rare, no heat Star Ruby gemstone from Burma, Myanmar. The
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
3.04 Carat Natural Untreated Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a 3.04 Carat Natural Unheated, Burmese Star Ruby and
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
4.95 Carat Natural Untreated Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a 4.95 Carat Natural Unheated, Burmese Star Ruby and
Diamond, Star Ruby, Ruby, Platinum
4.11 Carat No Heat Burmese Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Platinum Cocktail Ring, center securely set
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.51 Carat Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA certified 3.512 Carat Natural Burmese Star Ruby
Diamond, Star Ruby, 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
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 1.47ctw High Quality Burma Star Ruby w/ Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Purplish Red Species: Natural Corundum Variety: Natural Star Ruby Geographic Origin: Burma (Myanmar
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum AGL 4.84ctw Burma Prominent Star Ruby w/ Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Pinkish Red Color
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3.04 Carat Star Ruby No-Heat Burma & Diamond 18K Gold Sunburst Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A collector’s masterpiece featuring a 3.04 carat no-heat Burmese Star Ruby with striking asterism
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum GIA 11.18ctw Burma No Heat Star Ruby w/ Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Round Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Purplish-Red
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Roman Malakov 11.03 Carats Natural Cabochon Star Burmese Ruby Halo Cocktail Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite cocktail ring, featuring a very rare 11.03 carats natural cabochon star ruby certified
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.98ct Burma No Heat Star Ruby w/ Diamond Swirl Mini Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Natural Star Ruby Geographic Origin: Burma (Myanmar) Treatment: No Indications of Heating Weight: 6.61
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum Burma Star Ruby Ring
Located in Sarasota, FL
Indulge in luxury with this platinum ring boasting a 4.49 carat GIA certified Burma Star Ruby and
Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
A Burmese star ruby and diamond cluster ring
Located in London, GB
A Burmese star ruby and diamond cluster ring, the oval cabochon star ruby weighing 4.67cts
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
28.95 cts Cabochon Burma Star Ruby Pink Sapphires and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
28.95 cts Cabochon Burma Star Ruby Pink Sapphires and Diamond Ring in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.71Ct unheated Burmese Cabochon Star Ruby & diamond cluster ring 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
This exquisite unheated Burmese star ruby and diamond cluster ring is set in 18k white gold, and
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Approximately 2.00 Carat Burma No Heat Star Ruby Cab on Tiffany & Co. Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Estimated 2.00 carat Cabochon Star Ruby mounted in it's original Art Deco era Tiffany and Co ring
Ruby
Rare 4ct Untreated Star Ruby Diamond Halo Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Gents Unisex
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
ring with a natural Star Ruby like this. It is worthy of being part of your family jewels. We offer
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Robert Vogelsang 6.03 Carat Natural Burma Star Ruby Rose Gold Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
This fine natural Burma star ruby of 6.03 carats is set in a rose gold ring. An inner white gold
Ruby, 18k Gold
AGL Certified No-Heat Burma Star Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 14.68 carat cabochon Burma no heat ruby set in an expertly crafted ring with French cut
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Victorian 3.05 Carat AGL Certified Burma Star Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Non-Heat Treated Ruby of Burma Origin (Accompanied by a GIA report). The Cabochon ruby displays a star
Ruby, Star Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Burmese Star Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Trombino Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Bulgari ‘Trombino’ Ring centering a no-heat cabochon Burma star ruby of approximately 8
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Natural Burmese Star Ruby Cabochon Signet Ring, ca. 1860s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
An antique signet ring with a natural Burmese star ruby cabochon, ca. 1860s. The uniquely longish
Ruby, Star Ruby, 22k Gold
Star Burma Ruby and Diamond Bypass Ring
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum bypass ring containing a spectacular pair of extremely fine unheated burma rubies weighing
Ruby, Platinum
Certified Burma Natural Star Ruby 7.6mm & Diamond Ring. Dainty & Classic!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Here is a certified natural Burma purple red star Ruby and diamond ring. The ring is set in 18k
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.28 Carats Cabochon Star Burmese Ruby & Round Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable cocktail ring, showcasing an AGL certified 11.28 carats cabochon star Burmese ruby
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
AIGS Certified Star Ruby 38.34 carats No Heat Burma Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
AIGS Certified Star Ruby 38.34 carats No Heat Burma Ring in Platinum Star Ruby and Diamond Ring
Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified Unheated Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring, 5.28 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning ring features an exceptionally fine quality Burmese star ruby that is noteworthy for
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
GIA, 5.98 Carat Burma No Heat Star Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Burma Star Ruby is the perfect gift for someone looking for an original Cocktail ring. Burma
Ruby, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold 4.89ctw Gubelin Burma No Heat Star Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
Species: Natural corundum Variety: Star Ruby Origin: Burma (Myanmar) Comments: No indications of heating
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum GIA Oval Cabochon No Heat Burma Star Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
arrival. The ring also comes with the original GIA certification for the star ruby. Enjoy! -- Stone(s
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Natural Corundum "Burma" Star Ruby and Diamond Ring AGL Certified
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Corundum "Burma" Star Ruby and diamond ring AGL Certified, containing 1 Natural Corundum
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
GRS Certified 'Snowflake Charm' No Heat Burma Star Wedding Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
pressure in the earth's crust. This beautiful no heat ruby has been picked from Burma, and comes with a
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 14k Gold GIA Burma No Heat Star Ruby & Sapphire Bypass Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Asterism Species: Natural Corundum Variety: Natural Star Ruby Geographic Origin: Burma (Myanmar) Treatment
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 4.2ctw GIA No Heat Burma Star Ruby Pave Diamond Covered Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Purplish Red
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Mario Buccellati GIA No-Heat Burma Ruby & Diamond Dome Cocktail platinum Ring
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Buccellati GIA Certified No-Heat Burma Ruby & Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring – Platinum & 18K
Rubelite, Star Ruby, Platinum
sterle burmese star ruby ring
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
Gold ring by Pomellato
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
sterle burmese star ruby ring 140000
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
Gold ring by Pomellato
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 4.80ct No-Heat Burma Star Ruby and 1.95ct Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
-taking 4.80ct No-Heat Burma Star Ruby and 1.95ct Natural Diamonds, meticulously verified by an IGI Report
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Cartier 10.86 Carat Burma No Heat Star Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A magnificent Burma no heat cabochon star ruby and diamond platinum ring by Cartier. The 10.86ct
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 6.51 Carat GIA Cert Star Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Aspen, CO
The central oval stone, weighing exactly 6.51 cts., is a fine natural unheated star ruby accented
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A cabochon burmese star ruby and diamond cluster ring, the cabochon star ruby weighing 4.37 carats
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.86 Carat Unheated Burmese Star Ruby Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
1.86 Carat Unheated Burmese Star Ruby Yellow Gold Engagement Ring: A rare and unique ring, it
Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
25.89 Carat GRS Certified Unheated Burmese Star Ruby and White Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
25.89 Carat GRS Certified Unheated Burmese Star Ruby and White Diamond Ring: An extremely rare
Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Magnificent Star Burma Ruby Diamond Art Deco Ring
Located in New York , NY
Magnificent Star Burma 25.74 ct Ruby Diamond Art Deco Ring
10.27 Carat Gubelin Certified Burma No Heat Star Ruby and White Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
10.27 Carat Gubelin Certified Burma No Heat Star Ruby and White Diamond Ring: A rare piece of
White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
8.33 Carat GRS Certified Burma Mogok No Heat Star Ruby White Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
8.33 Carat GRS Certified Burma Mogok No Heat Star Ruby White Diamond Gold Ring: A stunning ring
White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified No-Heat Burma Star Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 14.68 carat cabochon Burma no heat ruby set in an Art Deco-style ring with French cut
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Robert Vogelsang 6.03 Carat Natural Burma Star Ruby Rose Gold Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
This fine natural Burma star ruby of 6.03 carats is set in a rose gold ring. An inner white gold
Ruby, 18k Gold
Black Opal Ring Surrounded by Black Star Sapphires, Diamonds and Burmese Rubies
By Dianna Rae Jewelry
Located in Lafayette, LA
Black Opal Ring Surrounded by Black Star Sapphires, Diamonds and Burmese Rubies This Dianna Rae
Diamond, Black Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.52 Carat GIA Certified Burma No Heat Vivid Red Star Ruby and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
4.52 Carat GIA Certified Burma No Heat Vivid Red Star Ruby and Diamond Gold Ring: A beautiful and
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Go...
Chanel Mint Blue Velvet Double Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel excellent condition blue velvet double flap, blue leather lining and black hardware. Shoulder drop 9”/19”. Comes with hologram, ID card and original dust cover. Collection 2...
Tiffany & Co., 3.65 Carats Diamond Bubbles Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This playfully designed bracelet features 3.65 carats of top quality round brilliant cut diamonds in a bubble like design. Stamp: 2002 TIFFANY&CO. PT950 Measurements: 7 inches long...
Diamond, Platinum
$8,448Sale Price / set|20% Off
L 0.99 in
Ruby Gemstone Dangle Earrings Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 7.29 carats ruby gemstone and 1.49 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the lat...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold
Laykin et Cie Vintage Diamond Riviera necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1960 Sold By I Magnin & Co by Laykin Et Cie total Diamond Weight 70 cts 96 Rectangular Emerald Cut Diamonds Fine Quality F-G Color VVS Center Diamond is 10mmx5.2mmx3.4 e...
Diamond, Platinum
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
Hermes Limited Edition Bolide Barenia Picnic Osier (Wicker) Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare to find Limited Edition Hermes Picnic Bolide. Light weight wicker and with the warmth of Barenia leather. The ultimate chic bag for any summer day - dress h...
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Limited Edition Gold Quilted Vanity Case Rare Home Decor Jewelry Case
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
Hermes Limited Edition Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Beton Matte Alligator Bag Gold Hard
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in Beton Matte Alligator. This mini Kelly bag is light gray with bone undertone (beton + concrete), and the n...
Hermes Kelly Pochette Clutch Bag Gris Elephant CrocodilePalladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes exquisite Kelly Pochette bag featured in rare Gris Elephant Crocodile Complimented with Palladium hardware. Signature stamp on interior. Small interior compartment. Comes with...
Cartier Tutti Frutti Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond Ring, 18K
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Tutti Frutti Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The ring size is US 8. The total weight of the ring is 6.49 grams.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$3,000Sale Price|36% Off
Victorian Purple Star Sapphire Ring, 1890s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
The centre stone of this lovely Victorian ring is a purple star sapphire. The sapphire is natural and a transparent stone with a beautiful star that is well centered and shows a dist...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Silver, Yellow Gold
Chanel Limited Edition La Pausa Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel limited Edition La Pausa bag from the collection of 2019. This beautiful bag is supposed to be a lifebuoy in black in white. On the front it's written La Pausa and Chanel. Als...
Gucci Dress Evening Gown Iconic 2016 Collection Silk Embellishment
By Gucci
Located in Berlin, BE
Fabulous GUCCI 2016 Collection Pure Silk Evening Gown with breathtaking crystal embellishment. A Dream come true created by the genius Alessandro Michele <3 One of the most amazi...
Steven Battelle 4.8 Carats Cabochon Aquamarine 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A deep blue 10 x 12 mm oval cabochon aquamarine is set horizontally within stepped "double line texture" bezels to draw in the eye towards its limpid depths in this attractive design...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Heart Dome 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Cut Diamond Heart Dome 18k Yellow Gold And Platinum Ring. A stunning vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring with a beautiful diamond accented heart sh...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories 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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