Cabochon Ring Ancient
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Javanese Signet Rings
Ruby, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine More Rings
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Thai Fashion Rings
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, Copper
2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Engagement Rings
Amethyst, 22k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Agate, 22k Gold
Antique 18th Century Indian Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Engagement Rings
Jasper, Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Dome Rings
Carnelian, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver
20th Century Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Agate, Gold
Antique 1850s English Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1990s Hong Kong Contemporary Dome Rings
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Classical Roman Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Classical Roman Signet Rings
Garnet, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Classical Roman Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Classical Roman Solitaire Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Solitaire Rings
Garnet
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Solitaire Rings
Agate, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Chalcedony, 22k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Agate, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings
Carnelian, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Three-Stone Rings
Garnet, Gold, 22k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Solitaire Rings
Garnet, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Javanese Solitaire Rings
Sapphire, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Amethyst, Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Roman Signet Rings
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Agate, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Signet Rings
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Finding the Right Rings for You
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.
- What are cabochon rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A cabochon ring is a piece of jewelry that shows off a gemstone in the cabochon style, meaning it has a polished and rounded top surface and a flat back. It differs from a faceted ring, in which the gem is cut with tools. Cabochon rings tend to highlight the color and reflectivity of the gem and do not have the sparkle of faceted stones. Find a range of cabochon rings on 1stDibs.
- What is a cabochon ring?1 Answer
Roman Malakov DiamondsApril 19, 2021A cabochon ring is a ring set with a cabochon gemstone. A cabochon is characterized as having a convex, rounded surface that is polished but unfaceted.
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