Vintage CARTIER Platinum LOVE Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Rare Cartier platinum LOVE band ring with Cartier Certificate Ring Size: 49 (US 5) Approximate
20th Century French Modern Band Rings
Platinum
Vintage CARTIER Platinum LOVE Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Rare Cartier platinum LOVE band ring with Cartier Certificate Ring Size: 49 (US 5) Approximate
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1688 Brand: Cartier Model: Platinum
Platinum
Cartier Platinum ‘LOVE’ Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
From Cartier comes this iconic ‘LOVE’ ring. Made in platinum, the ring features the classic screw
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
From Cartier’s iconic LOVE collection comes this wonderful love ring. Crafted in platinum the band
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
From the designer Cartier comes this ring from their iconic ‘LOVE’ collection. Crafted in platinum
Platinum
Cartier 18k White Gold Diamond Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring This stunning Cartier Platinum Love Ring is in excellent condition
Platinum
Cartier Signed Classic Model Platinum Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Cartier LOVE Ring is a timeless symbol of commitment and elegance. Expertly crafted in
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Diamond Love Ring Size 51 B4046700
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Cartier diamond ring in platinum from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic
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Cartier Love Ring Classic Model In Platinum Size 58
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
An enduring emblem of timeless commitment, the Cartier Love Ring – Classic Model is crafted in
Platinum
Cartier Love Collection Polished Platinum 5.5 mm Band Ring with Box Size 57
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 57 (U.S 8) Iconic 'Love' band ring from Cartier is the perfect everyday piece. Cartier
Platinum
Cartier 18k White Gold Love Band Ring Size 53
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier 18k White Gold Diamond Love Band Ring This stunning Cartier Diamond Love Ring is in
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David Yurman Wheaton Black Onyx & Diamond Sterling Silver Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, a Cartier Love bracelet, or a Chanel classic pearl necklace, allowing for a sophisticated layered
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Cartier Platinum Love Ring 8.4g
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Platinum Love Ring 5.5mm 8.4g Size 47 For sale is a platinum Cartier love ring The ring
Platinum
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Cartier Platinum Love Ring, PT950
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Love ring from Cartier, in platinum 950. Re: B4084900 This item will come with a box and
Platinum
Cartier Love 1 Diamond Band Ring Platinum with Diamond
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
: 5.50 " Designer: Cartier Model: Love 1 Diamond Band Ring Platinum with Diamond Exterior Color: Silver
Cartier Platinum Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Platinum Love Ring, 5 MM wide, Finger size = 9 1/2, European size = 61. New
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Platinum Love Bangle Bracelet Size 16, Comes complete with Box, Papers and Screwdriver
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring Brand Cartier Model Love Band Ring Product Type Ring Serial Number
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Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring Brand Cartier Model Platinum Love Band Ring Product Type Ring
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring Brand- Cartier Model- Love Wedding Band Product Type- Ring
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring Brand- Cartier Model- Love Wedding Band Product Type- Ring
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Product Details Xupes Ref: J1644 Brand: Cartier Model: Love
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Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J959 Brand: Cartier Model: Platinum
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J936 Brand: Cartier Model: Platinum
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1040 Brand: Cartier Model: Platinum
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1605 Brand: Cartier Model: Love Band
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1583 Brand: Cartier Model
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1154 Brand: Cartier Model
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J817 Brand: Cartier Model: Love
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Classic! Platinum Cartier PT 950 50 QJ Cartier Hallmark: # 7215 Size: 5.5 Width is
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Cartier Platinum Love Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Authentic Platinum Cartier LOVE bangle size 17. Recently serviced and authenticated by Cartier
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1646 Brand: Cartier Model
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Ring Size 50
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Designer: Cartier Material: Platinum Size: Cartier size 50 Total Weight: 11.3g (7.3dwt
Platinum
Cartier Love Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring Brand Cartier Model Platinum Love Band Ring Product Type Ring
Platinum
Cartier Love Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Band Ring Brand Cartier Model Platinum Love Band Ring Product Type Ring
Platinum
Cartier Love Platinum Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring Brand Cartier Model Love Wedding Band Product Type Ring
Platinum
Cartier Vintage Platinum Diamond Love Ring 5.6 Millimeter Band Size 5
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Platinum Love Ring with One Diamond is a beautiful and iconic piece of jewelry that
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Love Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum LOVE Band Ring by Cartier. This ring comes with Cartier Box. Details: Band Width: 6mm
Platinum
Cartier LOVE Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
This gorgeous Cartier ring is an iconic piece of the ever-popular Cartier Love line. The band is
Platinum
Cartier Love Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ring by Cartier is from their Love collection and features their iconic screw detailing set in
Platinum
Cartier Love Platinum Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
The Cartier “LOVE” ring is made of platinum and features the iconic screw motifs, accentuated with
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Platinum Love Ring by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Firenze, IT
Signed Cartier, FP3808. Swiss convention marks for platinum. Ring size H, Cartier size 47. 4.9gms.
Platinum
Platinum Love Ring, by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Firenze, IT
Signed Cartier, M93203. Swiss convention marks.Ring size H. Cartier size 4 1/2. 8.3gms
Platinum
Cartier Diamond Love Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond LOVE Band Ring by Cartier. With 1 round brilliant cut diamond VVS1 clarity, E
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Cartier One Diamond Love Ring Platinum US
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier love collection ring set with one round diamond in Platinum. Ring width 5.4mm. Platinum
Platinum
Cartier Love Ring Platinum Unisex Old Style
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier classic Love ring in platinum. Width: 5.5mm. Ring size 58 US 8.25. Excellent pre-owned
Platinum
Cartier Diamond Platinum LOVE Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
The Cartier LOVE collection remains today an iconic symbol of love that transgresses convention
Cartier Love Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
RRP £1,790 ITEM CONDITION Excellent XUPES REFERENCE J907 MANUFACTURER Cartier MODEL Love AGE 1999
White Gold
Cartier Love Platinum Band Ring Size Euro 49
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Timeless platinum band from the LOVE collection by Cartier. European size 49, US size 5
Platinum
Cartier Love Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Love ring by Cartier. Signed: Cartier 950 50 QJ 7215 Weight: 2.6dwt., Ring size 5.5
Platinum
Cartier Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ring by Cartier is from their Love Collection and features the iconic screw detail
Platinum
Cartier Love Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ring by Cartier is from their Love collection and features their iconic screw detail
Platinum
Cartier Love Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
RRP £2,400 ITEM CONDITION Excellent XUPES REFERENCE J1054 MANUFACTURER Cartier MODEL Love GENDER
Platinum
1970 Cartier by Aldo Cipullo Platinum Love Bracelet Bangle
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Famous signature Cartier Love bracelet created by Love Collection designer Aldo Cipullo in 1970
Platinum
Cartier Round Brilliant Diamond Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Designer: Cartier Material: Platinum Diamond Details: Round brilliant diamond approximately 0.06ct
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 'LOVE' Black Ceramic Diamond Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Pave Diamond Black Ceramic Love Ring by Cartier. Size: 53 Width - 7mm Origin
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Cartier 4 Diamond LOVE White Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
18K white gold Cartier LOVE bracelet featuring 4 round brilliant cut diamonds. Size 16. Recently
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ALDO CIPULLO for CARTIER Vintage 18k Love Bracelet
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
Aldo Cipullo for Cartier. Originally and most commonly produced in solid gold or platinum, this
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Cartier Love 18K White Gold Diamond Unisex Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Cartier Love 18K White Gold Diamond Bracelet is a sleek, unisex bangle that merges Cartier
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Rare Cartier Platinum Love Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Rare Cartier Platinum Love Bracelet Size 18. Great condition with screw driver, extra screws, box
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Platinum Love Wedding Band Ring Brand- Cartier Model- Love Wedding Band Product Type- Ring
Platinum
Cartier platinum Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Love ring in platinum (ring size #58; serial #EM1884).
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic Cartier Love Ring. Crafted in 950 platinum. Signed and Numbered Size European 51
Platinum
Cartier Diamond Platinum Love Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Montreal, QC
Cartier Platinum Love Ring set with a round brilliant cut Diamond weighing approximately .15 Carat
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Vintage Platinum Diamond 0.05 Carat Love Ring 5.6 Millimeter Band Size 5
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Platinum Love Ring with One Diamond is a beautiful and iconic piece of jewelry that
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Love Ring Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: Platinum Ring Size: 12, Cartier size 67 Total Weight: 10g (6.4dwt) Measurements: 0.95" x
Platinum
Cartier Love Bracelet in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Bracelet in Platinum PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 128474 Listing Title: Cartier Love
Platinum
Cartier Special Order Platinum 'Love' Bangle'
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Super rare -Cartier Platinum Special Order "Love Bangle" The iconic bracelet bangle, but special
Platinum
Cartier Love Wedding Band in 950 Platinum
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Wedding Band in 950 Platinum PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 122342 Listing Title: Cartier Love
Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Lucida 1.01ct Diamond Engagement Ring Trilliant Sides Platinum 6.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
This engagement ring by Tiffany & Co. is a masterpiece of modern elegance. Crafted from platinum, it features a central white Lucida cut diamond weighing 1.01 carats. The primary sto...
Diamond, Platinum
New Platinum 1.71ctw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond & Sapphire 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a incredible, brand new, custom made diamond and sapphire three stone engagement ring crafted in solid platinum. It features a gorgeous, GIA certified, 0.91 carat emeral...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
3.80tdw GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
WOW this a great ring!- GIA Certified!! 3-stone platinum mounting with approximately 3.80 total diamond weight (estimated). Handmade with serial number 35007 inside band Middle emera...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Signed 2.58 Carat GIA F VS2 Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate love with this stunning Tiffany & Co. Signed Pear Shaped Diamond Engagement Ring, a true symbol of timeless elegance. This exquisite piece features a 2.58 carat pear-shaped...
Diamond, Platinum
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond F Color VVS1 Ring in 18K White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This refined ring features a 1.30 carat square emerald cut diamond, elegantly set in 18K white gold. Boasting a remarkable color grade F, the diamond showcases a dazzling brillianc...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany & Co. Material: platinum Diamond: 1 cushion cut = 1.14ct Color: G Clarity: VS2 Diamond: 73 round brilliant cut = 0.35cttw Color : D / G Clarity : VS1-2 Dimensions:...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 1.91 ct Emerald Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston 1.91 ct Emerald Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z151795 Listing Title: Harry Winston 1.91 ct Emerald Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Condition...
Platinum
Cartier 1.55 carat GIA FVVS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring with Sapphires
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated and unique Cartier ring would be a one of a kind engagement ring or perfect as a right hand statement piece. This ring showcases a stunning 1.55 carat emerald cut...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Circa 1996 Love Band Ring in 18k White Gold 5 mm
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Circa 1996 Love Band Ring Style: Band Ref. number: M 68404 Metal: 18k White Gold Size: 54 - 7 US Measurements: 5 MM Hallmark: Cartier © 1996 750 M 68404 54 Includes: C...
18k Gold, White Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined tribute to antique elegance, this exceptional engagement ring centers around a GIA-certified 1.01 carat Old Mine Brilliant Cut diamond, celebrated for its romantic faceting...
Diamond, Platinum
$1,140Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Wedding Band Ring Soleste Sz 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. wedding band ring is the perfect symbol of your eternal love. Crafted from pure platinum, this ring features stunning diamonds that captures the light be...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Platinum Bubbles Band Ring Size 5.25
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Elevating the concept of timeless elegance to new heights, the Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Platinum Bubbles Band Ring is a dazzling testament to sophistication and refinement. Crafted ...
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 3 CTW Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring Size 6
By Harry Winston
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Harry Winston 3 CTW Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring Size 6. The Harry Winston Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring is a Size 6. This is a sha...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 5.56 Carat Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Experience timeless elegance with this stunning Tiffany & Co. Legacy ring. Crafted in luxurious platinum, this exquisite piece showcases a captivating 5.56 carat cushion-cut diamond,...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier White Gold Love Ring Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Mint condition -18 karat white gold -Ring size: 61/9.5 -Width: 5.4mm -Thickness: 1.4mm Comes with Cartier box, no papers
Tiffany & Co Platinum Round Diamond Stud Earrings 2.25 tcw GIA
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co Classic Stud Round Brilliant Diamond Earrings Style: Prong Set Metal: Platinum Pt950 TCW: 2.25 tcw Diamond 1: Round Brilliant 1.12 G - VVS2 GIA F01290006 Diamond 2:...
Diamond, Platinum
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces 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.