$3,192Sale Price|20% Off
Bold Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Bold Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold Crafted in solid 14k yellow gold, this striking ring features a vivid opal set in a sleek, modern design. The opal weighs approximate...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$880Sale Price|20% Off
HandMade Laser Textured 14k Yellow Gold Modernist Brutalist Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous and unique ring this is!! The ring is handmade so it truly is a one-of-a-kind ring. It is a size 6.25.. I just love the laser textured design and the simplicity an...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,276Sale Price|20% Off
Luminous Opal & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Luminous Opal & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a prong-set opal at the center, framed by a sparkling halo of round dia...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$960Sale Price / item|44% Off
Orchid flower 14k Gold Ring with Ruby and Diamonds.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby ring. Ruby gold ring. Metal: 14k solid gold Weight: 2.5 g. depends from size.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Chrysoprase Cocktail Ring, 1970s, 8.47g
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A beautiful vintage ring crafted in 14 karat gold, centered with a striking chrysoprase stone. Known for its fresh apple-green color, chrysoprase brings a soft yet vibrant presence t...
Chrysophrase, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cabochon Opal Cocktail Ring with Rubies in Textured 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.75 A mesmerizing display of color and elegance, this opal and ruby halo ring is a statement of refined luxury. At its center, an enchanting oval-cut opal glows with a c...
Ruby, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Diamond Star Sapphire Ring 14K Gold Face Vintage Mythology
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Star Sapphire Ring 14K Gold Face Vintage Mythology This unique and one of a kind vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold and made in the shape of a man's fac...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold
$698Sale Price / item|25% Off
14k Gold Ring with Ruby, Rose Sapphires, Tourmaline and Diamonds Cherry Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
July birthstone ring. 14k solid gold Weight: 2.2 g. depends from size Gemstones: Central stone: Natural ruby Weight - 0.55 ct. approx, color - red, round cabochon cut Clarity: Tran...
Tourmaline, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ring A bold expression of vintage luxury and timeless sophistication, this extraordinary ring is beautifully crafted in rich 14K yel...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Men's Ring
By Baikalla
Located in Portland, OR
* Design Concept--- This ring features a cabochon genuine AA black onyx. The design is simplistic.
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,500Sale Price|33% Off
Mid Century Brutalist Red Coral 14k Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A striking Mid-Century cocktail ring, featuring a bold Brutalist design. At its heart, an ox-blood red coral cabochon, securely held, and exuding a rich, natural allure.
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.22 Carat Oval Cabochon Green Jade Ring with Leaf Design in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 4 Experience the timeless elegance of this captivating 9.22 carat cabochon green jade ring.
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Oval Sapphire Cabochon Solitaire Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Oval Sapphire Cabochon Solitaire Ring Size 7.25. 8.32 grams total weight. *This ring can be resized at your local jeweler if need.
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Oval Sapphire Cabochon Solitaire Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Oval Sapphire Cabochon Solitaire Ring Size 9. 8.60 grams total weight. *This ring can be resized at your local jeweler if need.
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$960Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Sapphire, Chrome Diopside and Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Diamonds: weight - 0.08 ct (8 pieces x 0.01 ct), G/VS1, brilliant cut. 💍This ring is making for order 💍Processing time for custom item takes: 5-7 working days. 💍 It could be done...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Diamond Coral Ring 14K Gold Band Cocktail Zivko
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Coral Ring 14K Gold Band Cocktail Zivko This stunning show case vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold, hallmarked with ZIVKO inside of the shank, and set w...
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 14K Gold Oval Jadeite and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bradenton, FL
Elegant 14K Gold Oval Jadeite and Diamond Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold 1.10ct Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage ring crafted in 14k white gold featuring a vibrant oval cabochon emerald weighing approximately 1.10 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Cat’s Eye and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A distinctive vintage ring crafted in 14 karat gold, centered with a round cabochon cat’s eye gemstone weighing approximately 2.70 carats. The stone displays a soft golden-yellow hue...
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Natural Coral 14K Gold Oval Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold natural coral ring. The oval-shaped frame of the ring is beautiful and has a detailed openwork filigree design. The stone is bezel set in a 14 karat go...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
East West Cabochon Rose Quartz and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Rose Gold Gemstones: Quartz & Diamond Quartz Total Carat Weight: 16.38 CTW Quartz Cut: Cabochon Cut Quartz Color: Rose Quartz Variety: Quartz Diamond Cut: Round ...
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco Large Opal Rectangular Ring, 14k White Gold, Ring Size 4.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: opal rectangular cab 14.2 x 6.6 mm *opal is chipped Ring Size 4.25 Rise Off Of Finger: 5.9 mm Length: 20.1 mm Weight: 1.8 dwts. / 2.8 grams Stamps: "14k" 1930s enamel S...
Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ming's Hawaii Double Dragon Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: Ming's Hawaii Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.6 Grams Ring Size: 8.5 Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Ring Height: 8.2 mm tall Condition: Preowned,...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ming's Hawaii Double Phoenix Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: Ming's Hawaii Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 5.0 Grams Ring Size: 5.75 Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Ring Height: 10 mm tall Condition: Preowned,...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ming's Hawaii Four Seasons Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: Ming's Hawaii Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 9.0 Grams Ring Size: 7.5 Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Ring Height: 14 mm tall Condition: Preowned, ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ming's Hawaii Longevity Cigar Band Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: Ming's Hawaii Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.7 Grams Ring Size: 4.75 Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Ring Height: 8.4 mm tall Condition: Preowned...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
East West Oval Cabochon Turquoise and Pavé Diamond Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Turquoise, Diamonds Turquoise Shape: Oval Cabochon Cut Turquoise Color: Teal Green Turquoise Variety: Turquoise Turquoise Total Carat Weight: 2....
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Offset Cabochon Cut Purple Sapphire and Diamond Squared Band Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Shape & Cut: Round Cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.18 CTW Diamond Color: H–I Diamond Clarity: VS–SI Sapphire Shape & Cut: Cabochon Cut Sapphire ...
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
16.69 Carat Cabochon Spessartine Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
16.69 Carat Cabochon Spessartine Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring!
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro synthetic ruby diamond 14k rose gold tank ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The ring features 7 square and cabochon cut synthetic rubies weighing approximately 0.40 carat total.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
9.75 Carat Tanzanite Cabochon Diamond Halo Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Oval Cabochon Tanzanite halo engagement ring. 9.75ct oval center stone with a halo of 16 round diamonds in a 14k white gold original 1970's setting.
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Charoite Amethyst Ring 14K Gold Flower Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This absolutely stunning estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold and set with genuine Russian Charoite, Diamonds, and Amethysts.
Amethyst, Diamond, Charoite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Signed 14K Gold, Turquoise, and Seed Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Professionally tests at: 14k Ring Size: ca. 3 Gemstone Measurements: 1 turquoise cabochon: ca. 13.4 x 5.1 mm 19 seed pearls: ca. 1.25 mm 1 seed pearl: ca. 1.8 mm diameter Measure...
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Star Ruby Gold Ring Hot Pink Natural Cabochon Gem Report art nouveau style
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Star Ruby of 1.23 carats star ruby origin - Burma stone measurements - 0.12 x 0.24 x 0.24 in / 3 x 6 x 6 mm ring size - 7 US ring weight - 3.78 gram...
Star Ruby, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1940s Cabochon Cut Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1.10 carat opal and 0.04 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and 14 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections This f...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Le Vian 14K Rose Gold Opal Diamond Ring Halo Cocktail Ring Size 6.75
By Le Vian
Located in Addison, TX
Details Designer: Le Vian Metal: 14K Rose Gold Ring Size: 6.75 Total Weight: 6.7 grams Center Stone: Natural Oval Cabochon Opal Opal Color: Multi-Color Play-of-Color (Green, Orange, ...
Amber, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold, Opal, & Paste Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique signet style ring. In 14 karat yellow gold. With a central bezel-set rectangular opal cabochon surrounded by a halo of small single cut red paste (glass) stones in a...
Opal, 14k Gold
Blue Topaz Taper Baguette Cabochon Roulette Rotating Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Experience the mesmerizing movement of this innovative 14K white gold roulette rotating cocktail ring, a true marvel of contemporary jewelry engineering.
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal Diamond Sapphire Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 11.7 Grams Ring Size: 7.5 Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone: Opal Gemstone Measurements: ~22 mm x 15 mm Diamo...
Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Fire Opal Briar Patch Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold ring is reminiscent of a briar patch, with four iridescent fire opals held within twisted vines of 14k gold.
Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco 8 Carat Opal Ring 14K Yellow Gold Antique Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 14 Karat Gold and is hallmarked 14K. The ring weighs 6.2 grams.
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 3.80 carat tourmaline diamond 14k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage ring showcases a smooth cabochon cut tourmaline center stone estimated at approximately 3.80 carats, offering a rich, polished dome that highlights the stone’s natural d...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chromia 6.61ct Ethiopian Opal 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Chromia NYC
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate the enchanting beauty of nature with the Chromia Ethiopian Opal Ring, an exquisite creation designed to capture light, color, and imagination. At its center rests a mesmeri...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 7.12ct Type A Jadeite Jade Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage jade ring is an especially appealing piece, centered by a substantial 7.12 carat Type A jadeite jade that gives it both strong visual presence and important collector ap...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,047Sale Price / item|23% Off
14k gold ring with amethyst and topazs
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with oval amethyst. Multicolor amethyst ring. Amethyst statement ring. Amethyst cocktail ring. Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 3 g depends from size Gemstone: ...
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gol...
1989 Ring natural Amber solid 14K Gold ØUS8 / 4.5 gr
Located in SE
Modernistic Ring with claw set natural Baltic Amber setting 30 mm x 7.5 mm x 8 mm deep. Soviet Union standard hallmarks, year marks for 1989, a star with hammer and sickle, 583 (1...
Amber, 14k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Sapphire And Aquamarine Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This one-of-a-kind ring is truly a showstopper! Crafted in 14k gold, it features an array of vibrant cabochon-cut sapphires and aquamarines, making it a bold statement piece that’s s...
Sapphire, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1989 Ring natural Amber solid 14K Gold ØUS8.5 / 5.9 gr
Located in SE
Vintage Ring with claw set natural Baltic Amber setting 20 mm x 10 mm x 8 mm deep. Soviet Union standard hallmarks, year marks for 1989, a star with hammer and sickle, 583 (14K) ...
Amber, 14k Gold
14.65 Carat Cabochon Citrine and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Statement Ring The ring is 14K Yellow Gold. The Center Stone is a Cabochon Citrine 14.65 Carats There are 0.70 Carats in Diamonds H/I SI The top of the ring measures 0.75" ...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970's Opal and Diamond Halo Ring 14k Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1970's. Beautiful opal surrounded by sparkling white diamonds. The opal shows a lively mix of orange, blue, green and even some purple. The setting is mainly white gold but the...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
$2,216Sale Price|30% Off
1.50ctw I-J Cabochon Emerald & 1.00ctw I-J SI2-I2 Diamond Ring Set In 14K Gold
Located in Sewickley, PA
This striking ring showcases a bold and elegant design, featuring approximately 1.50 carats total weight of vibrant cabochon emeralds, artfully arranged in a horizontal row.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-Century Opal & Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a cluster of prong-set opals totaling approximately .60ctw. The opals are...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Whimsical Opal & Ruby Frog Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Whimsical Opal & Ruby Frog Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a charming frog motif with a luminous jelly opal set at the cente...
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 8.94tcw Jadeite Jade and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is a bold and highly appealing jade design, centered by 8.94 carats total weight of jadeite jade accented by 0.36 carats total weight of diamonds in a warm 14k yell...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Men's Black Onyx Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 11 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 10.3 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Center Gemstone...
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 2.01ct Blue Star Sapphire Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a star sapphire set in a graceful bypass design. The star sapphire displays a unique asterism, with a star-like reflectio...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Teardrop Jade & Diamond Cocktail Twin Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 7.22 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 20.66mm (0.81") (top of t...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 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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