Oval Shape Blue Opal & Emerald Diamond Antique Style Cocktail White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Art Deco style opal ring features a stunning 3.75 oval shaped cabochon opal with French cut emerald and diamond on either side set in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 4.70 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A stunning Emerald and Diamonds ring. The vibrant green emerald is the star of the show, exuding a fresh and natural feel that perfectly complements the season. Handcrafted with exqu...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 4.09-Carat White Opal and Diamond Halo in Platinum and Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified 4.09-carat white opal with a vibrant array of colors. This Opal comes from the mines in Australia and is cabochon cut to perfection. The Opal is mounted in a thin, but...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum
Vintage Unisex Cats Eye Chrysoberyl Gypsy Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A classic mid century estate cocktail ring, with a compellingly hypnotic center gemstone. The all natural cat's eye chrysoberyl displays a striking natural phenomenon that is extreme...
Chrysoberyl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold Bezel Lapis Lazuli Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini's Castle of Italy design collection, meticulously handcrafted in Platinum featuring a striking lapis lazuli and rock crystal sugarloaf cabochon set on a 18K yellow g...
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.09-carat White Opal and Diamond Halo in Platinum and Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified 4.09-carat white opal with a vibrant array of colors. This Opal comes from the mines in Australia and is cabochon cut to perfection. The Opal is mounted in a thin, but...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring Carnelian solid 18K Orange Gold Ø US 5.5 / 5.1gr
Located in SE
Unusual Antique Ring adorned with bezel set polished Red nipple of natural dark Red Carnelian stone Ø 10 mm x 7.7 mm deep mm / ca. 5 ct. Color of stone may change to lighter or darke...
Carnelian, 18k Gold
GIA Jadeite Jade Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
Located in Honolulu, HI
Vintage Oval Double Cabochon Green Jadeite Jade Pearl and Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum. Oval shape double cabochon green jadeite jade with a pearl and diamond halo. Comes with GIA r...
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Ring natural Carnelian solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.75 / 4.6 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with claw set natural Carnelian stone oval cabochon cut 22 mm x 12 mm x 6 mm deep / ca 12 ct. Color of stone is dark Orange ( not Red). The color may change depending on lig...
Carnelian, 18k Gold
1940s Vintage Star Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
1940s vintage cocktail ring featuring a large 12.00 carat blue-gray star sapphire that casts a stunning, full-spread star when hit with a single source of light. A stunning piece fro...
Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Natural Emerald Solitaire Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Brunswick, ME
Classic Estate Natural cabochon Colombian emerald cut solitaire Vintage/ Estate ring 18K White gold. Emerald approx. weight 2.00 carats, the emerald measurements are 7mm x 6mm. Natu...
Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 4.35 Carat Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Art Deco Inspired Extremely Elegant Vintage Inspired Baguette Diamond Cushion Cut Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1925 Opal Calibrated Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Sublime antique ring, it is decorated with an Australian opal cabochon set with claws, surrounded by calibrated synthesis rubies. On both sides of the r...
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 5.85 Carat Emerald and 0.40 Carat Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Warszawa, PL
Emerald ring, 5.85 carats, diamond ring, 0.40 carats, 14K white gold, GRS certified. This refined ring, crafted from 14-karat white gold, combines classic form with contemporary eleg...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Vintage Style 2.32Ct Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite ring evokes the beauty of a clear sky with its stunning array of turquoise set in a sunburst pattern, centered around a substantial 2.32-carat turquoise cabochon. The ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal & Emerald Sapphire Halo Set 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total weight: 9.18 g.
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$875Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Turquoise 12.25Ct Tanzanite and Natural Diamond Ring in Silver 925
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted in lustrous silver, this opulent statement ring showcases a harmonious combination of precious gemstones. At the center, a vibrant Persian turquoise stone radiates against a...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Silver
CARTIER Paris Tutti Frutti St Petersburg Ring In Platinum With Carved Gems &
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The fabulous colorful ring has been made in a very limited edition based in the early art-deco Mughals designs for the Cartier's Tutti-Frutti models conceived between the 1920's and ...
Carnelian, Chalcedony, Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Oval Ruby and Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Oval Ruby and Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring Description: This striking cocktail ring is crafted in a combination of platinum and 14k gold. It features a prominent 2.53-carat ova...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.14 Carat Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 10 Karat Rose gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful opal ring is crafted in 10-karat Rose gold and features a 1.14 carat Ethiopian Opal & 56 Round Diamonds in GH- I1 quality with 0.22 ct. in a prong-setting. This ri...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
C1935 14K Bloodstone Signet Ring with Two Engrailed Top Escutcheon (SHIELD)
Located in Baltimore, MD
We love this bloodstone Chalcedony signet ring for its unusual decorative shield shape, a copy of a decorative shield that was popular in the 19th century. The shape of this escutche...
Chalcedony, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930's Opal Diamond Halo 18K Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Are you looking for a fabulous Vintage Opal and chunky diamond halo ring from the 1930's? Look no further, we have your ring! This fabulous ring has a beautiful full spectru...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 6 Carat Opal Ring Gold Antique Cocktail Statement Engraved Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Antique Victorian to Art Deco Six Carat Opal Ring with a gorgeous Opal set in a 10 Karat Gold engraved setting of great beauty.
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Multi-Tone Amethyst and Rhodolite Garnet "Cluster" Ring in 9k Gold
Located in Den Haag, NL
Exuding the lush, intoxicating hues of a twilight vineyard, this cocktail ring is a masterclass in tonal harmony. A dense, meticulously arranged tapestry of gemstones creates a "bubb...
Amethyst, Garnet, 10k Gold
Antique Ring natural 3.5ct Green Jade solid 18K Gold ØUS 5.5 / 10gr
Located in SE
A Ring, period ca. 1920s -1930s with a wide band and neat crown being an openwork of filigree ornaments surrounding bezel set oval cabochon of natural vibrant Green Jade of the fines...
Jade, 18k Gold
Antique Ring 16ct natural Ruby solid 14K Gold Ø 5.5US / 8.1 gr
Located in SE
Antique cluster / cocktail Ring, German of Danish made with nine clusters boasting natural Ceylon Rubies cut cabochon. Total weight of the stones ca 16ctw. Eight stones of similar p...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Black Opal Doublet & Diamond Pave Shoulder 14K White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Black opal doublet and diamond ring featuring a 15.2 x 9.2mm oval opal doublet with vibrant blue, red, and green color play, accented by 0.20 carats of diamonds in 14K white gold twi...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Certified 5.16 Carat Fei Cui Type A Jadeite Jade and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Hong Kong Jade and Stone Laboratory Certified 5.16 Carat "Fei Cui" Jade and Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring. Fancy, vibrant, and captivating shade of bright green, round shape, cabochon...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
GIA Certified 25 Carat Blue Sapphire & Round Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Art Deco inspired Blue Sapphire and Diamond cocktail ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$1,576Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Natural Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cabochon Ruby - 17.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Emeralds - 4.00 Carat This Rin...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Coral Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Salmon Coral Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful Salmon Coral Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Gold. The ring is a classic Art Deco design with its wonderful colors and style.
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Cert. 9.72 Carat No Heat Star Ruby & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified unheated 9.72-carat purplish red star ruby sits at the heart of this vintage mixed cut diamond platinum ballerina-style ring. Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: ...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
4 Carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf Ruby Sapphire Colorful 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A 4.43 carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf is set alongside 1.73 carat of Sapphire and 1.18 carat of Ruby. 0.52 carat of round sapphire are set in this 18K gold colorful ring.
Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Vintage6.56Ct Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Enamel Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Bold and serene, this exquisite ring is a celebration of modern elegance and natural beauty. Crafted in 18K yellow gold weighing 3.62 grams, the design centers around a smooth and vi...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
AGL Certified 10.88 Carat No Heat Burma Star Ruby in Vintage Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified 10.88 Carat Natural Burma Origin Star Ruby in Platinum and Baguette Diamond 3 Stone Ring. A vintage cocktail ring featuring a rare, no heat Star Ruby gemstone from Burm...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 12mm Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite ring is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, featuring a breathtaking 12 mm Sleeping Beauty turquoise at its center. Renowned for its pure, robin’s-egg blue hue and flawle...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal Ring With Diamonds 6.38 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal = 5.68 Carat 28 Diamonds = 0.70 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can b...
Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx & Diamonds Dome Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Opal & Black Onyx Dome Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rossella Ugolini Platinum 18K Gold Amethyst Tourmaline Italian Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing Rossella Ugolini's captivating design collection, meticulously handcrafted in Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold, featuring a striking Pyramid Cut Amethyst accented by two cabo...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
1940 Swedish Ring natural 5ct Heliodor Beryl solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 /6gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Ring for the female hand. Made of solid 18K Yellow Gold. Bezel set cabochon of natural Heliodor / greenish-yellow shades variety of Beryl measuring about 11mm x 9 mm x 6mm ...
Beryl, 18k Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
5.88 carats, natural Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf & Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and gorgeous, Emerald Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the sugarloaf Emerald is 5.88 carats. The Emerald is completely natural, without any tr...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Ring natural 1.3ct. Sapphire Seed Pearls solid 18K Gold Ø4.75US/ 1.8gr
Located in SE
Beautiful old Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural medium Blue Sapphire and 6 miniature natural seed pearls settings. Natural Sapphire / Princess cut 6mm x 6 mm / ca. 1.3 ct ,...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Amethyst Sapphire Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold, Circa 1990
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Amethyst, Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Late 20th Century A well-made late 20th-century dress ring set with an oval cabochon amethyst weighing approximately 5.14 carats, mounted in 18 ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,599Sale Price|20% Off
Ethiopian Opal Ring With Diamonds 6.38 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal = 5.68 Carat 28 Diamonds = 0.70 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ethiopian Opal Ring With Diamonds 6.38 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal = 5.68 Carat 28 Diamonds = 0.70 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,240Sale Price|20% Off
3.92 carats, Emerald Sugarloaf, Chalcedony, Black Onyx & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, one of a kind. Emerald, Chalcedony & Black Onyx Cocktail Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald Sugarloaf is 3.92 ca...
Chalcedony, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Lightning Ridge Black Opal, Diamond, Onyx, Mother of Pearl 14K Gold Ring Band
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A striking 14ct gold band showcasing a cabochon-cut Australian Lightning Ridge black opal doublet with vivid blue and green hues. Flanked by two brilliant-cut diamonds that add a tou...
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1920s Jade Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog's head hallmark. This elegant antique ring is adorned on top with an oval cabochon-cut jade held in place by fleur-d...
Jade, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, 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, elegantly encircled by natural baguette and round diamonds in a handcrafted 18K whi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rose Quartz with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rose Quartz 16.61 carats with Diamond 0.54 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 2.4 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 12.36 grams "We first opened do...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Grade A Apple Green Jadeite Jade Ballerina Diamond Ring, GIA Jade Report
Located in Honolulu, HI
Magnificent vintage translucent grade A apple green Jadeite in platinum diamond ballerina ring. The gorgeous 5.967 carat center stone is a GIA certified natural grade A green Jadeite...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
1920 Estonian Ring 0.8 ct Ruby Diamonds 56/14K Gold ØUS7.75 / 4.3gr
Located in SE
Old Estonian cluster natural Ruby and Diamonds Ring made between 1919 -1924. This ring show well the traditions and techniques of Russian school jewelers that still remained and wor...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Blue Opal Vintage 2 Gem Ring Set 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Blue Opal Vintage 2 Gem Ring Set 18K & Silver Red natural Ruby, Oval cabochon shape - 4 carats Blue Natural Opal - 2 carats This Ring is from the...
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 6.9 Ct Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Ring in 18K White Solid Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite ring is crafted in 18 karat solid white gold, featuring a stunning 6.9-carat Sleeping Beauty turquoise at its center. Known for its pure, robin’s-egg blue color free o...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 11.20ct Cat's eye Green Tourmaline Diamond Sapphire Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Indulge in the luxury of our Cabochon Cat Eye Green Tourmaline Diamond Sapphire Cocktail Ring, an exquisite piece that will elevate any outfit. Featuring an impressive 11.20 carat ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring 0.6 ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold ØUS6 / 3.3gr
Located in SE
Elegant Emerald and Diamonds European Ring with curved band in solid 18ct Yellow Gold + bezel set natural emerald cut Emerald stone 5 mm x 4.55 mm x 3.15 mm deep / ca. 0.6 ct of deep...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & White Opal Retro Ring Set In 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Natural White Opal Retro Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Oval Shape Cabochon Ruby 4.00 Carat Natural Oval Shapes Rubies 2.00 C...
Ruby, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.