$26,388Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 1.2 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 1895 Solitaire Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Set in a classic and refined platinum band, the ring exemplifies the iconic craftsmanship and understated elegance that defines the Cartier house.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1895 Solitaire Brilliant-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum 1.12Carats
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Cartier 1894 Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, features a round brilliant cut diamond H color, VS1 clarity weighing 1.12 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 4.19ct D Color VS2 Heart Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified Cartier 4.19ct D-VS2 Heart Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum Cartier Diamond Solitaire Ring features a GIA certified Heart Brilliant Diamond weighing 4.19 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Trinity Diamond Platinum White Gold Ceramic Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent ring from the Trinity de Cartier collection features 3 interconnected bands, crafted in 950 platinum, 18k white gold and black ceramic.
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Cartier Meli Melo Chalcedony Tourmaline Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Meli Melo Diamond Aquamarine Tourmaline Garnet Chalcedony Ring by Cartier.
Chalcedony, Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, Platinum
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Platinum Asscher-Cut Diamond Halo Ring, 1.94 Carats Total
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and substantial Cartier diamond ring, crafted in solid platinum and showcasing the refined geometry of an Asscher-cut diamond as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum C de Cartier Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
In excellent condition and recently polished. Ring size is 8.75. Brand: Cartier Collection/Series: C de Cartier Metal Type: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Ring Size: 8.75 Pre-Owned Jewel...
Cartier Meli Melo Chalcedony Tourmaline Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum "Meli Melo" Diamond Aquamarine Tourmaline Garnet Chalcedony Ring by Cartier.
Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, Platinum
Cartier LOVE Platinum 5.5mm Band Ring Size US 6 EU 52
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: LOVE Style: Classic Band Ring Material: Platinum (Pt950) Band Width: Approximately 5.5 mm Ring Size: US 6 / EU 52 Weight: 9.3 grams Hallmarks: Stamped Cart...
Platinum
Cartier Platinum 2mm Domed Wedding Band Ring Size 8 EU 57
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Style: Domed Wedding Band Ring Material: Platinum (PT950) Band Width: Approximately 2 mm Ring Size: US 8 / EU 57 Weight: 3.8 grams Hallmarks: Stamped Cartier PT950 57 ...
Platinum
Cartier Platinum 1895 Solitaire 0.19ct VVS2/D Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 1895 solitaire ring in 950 thousandths platinum, set with a round brilliant-cut diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Trinity Ruban Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Sz 5 1/4
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Ring Size: EU 52 / US 5¼ Weight: 8.6 grams Brand: Cartier Material: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Main Stone: Diamond Condition: Excellent Includes Cartier Papers and Gia Certifi...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1894 Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, G VS2
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Cartier 1894 Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, features a round brilliant cut diamond G color, VS2 clarity weighing 0.70 carats.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Trinity Ruban Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Sz 5 1/4
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Ring Size: EU 52 / US 5¼ Weight: 8.6 grams Brand: Cartier Material: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Main Stone: Diamond Condition: Excellent Includes Cartier Papers and Gia Certifi...
Diamond, Platinum
Classic Cartier 0.04ct Natural Diamond Flat Solitaire Band Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in רמת גן, IL
This iconic Cartier flat wedding band is a classic, low-profile masterpiece crafted in solid platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Cartier Material: platinum Diamond: 1 cushion cut = 3.02ct Color: Fancy Intense Yellow Clarity: VS1 GIA: 2175140072 Diamond: 52 round brilliant cut = 0.97cttw Color: F Clar...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Princess Cut Eternity Band Ring 1.60 Ct. (Size 5.50)
By Cartier
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Cartier Platinum Princess Cut Diamond Wedding Eternity Band Ring 1.60 Ct. - Includes Cartier Box.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum 0.51 Carat Round Cut Diamond Ballerine Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier diamond engagement ring from the Ballerine collection is a stunning piece of jewelry crafted from platinum and mounted with a 0.51ct round diamond (F-G color, VS1-VS2 cla...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1.63 Carat Radiant Shape F-VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 1.63 Carat Radiant Shape F-VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.63 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 2.27 Carat Princess Cut F VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 2.27 Carat Princess Cut F VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 2.27 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Love Ring Wedding Band Size 63 Box and Papers B4085363
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Included Cartier LOVE Wedding Band Ring Small Model Size 63 Platinum Original Cartier presentation box Cartier outer box Original Cartier certificate and papers dated May 2019 Accomp...
Platinum
Cartier 2.47 Carat Round Brilliant G VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 2.47 Carat Round Brilliant G VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 2.12 Carat Diamond Number of Stones:...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Love Band Ring. Diamond Engraved Wedding Ring Platinum 5.4mm Sized 3.75
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Material: Platinum Ring Size: 3.75 Signed: Cartier Jewelry This iconic Cartier Love Band is crafted in platinum and showcases the distinctive engraved screw motifs that define the c...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum wedding Band 6.2 dwt
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Brand: Cartier Period: Contemporary Metal: Platinum Ring Size: 53 (European) / 7 1/2 (US) Width: 0.16 inches (4.0 mm) Stamped: “Cartier, 53” with serial numbers Total weight: 9.7 gra...
Platinum
Cartier Signed Art Deco Colombian Emerald Onyx & Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier signed and stamped. Product Specifications: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Design Style: Art Deco Halo Metal: Platinum Ring Size: 5, (adjustable) Ring Face: 14mm Setting Style: Be...
Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 0.83 Carat Round Brilliant E VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 0.83 Carat Round Brilliant E VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 0.55 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Engagement Ring with 0.74 Carat Round Diamond G VVS2 GIA
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Detailed Description: Platinum Engagement Ring with 0.74 Carat Diamond, Size 6, G VVS2 DESCRIPTION: Elevate your elegance with this minimalist platinum engagement r...
Diamond, Platinum
Ladies Cartier 1895 950 Platinum 3.5mm 0.04ct Round Diamond Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Cartier Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 950 Platinum Ring Size: 7.5 Width: 3.5 mm Weight: 6.28 grams CARTIER Ladies designer made polished 950 platinum, diamond wedding band ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1.51 Carat Round Brilliant D VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 1.51 Carat Round Brilliant D VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.51 Carat Diamond Number ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 3.41 Carat Round Brilliant H VVS2 Diamond Platinum Wedding Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 3.41 Carat Round Brilliant H VVS2 Diamond Platinum Wedding Ring Style: Wedding Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 3.41 Carat Diamond Number of Sto...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire 1895 Ring 0.30ct H/VS2
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely platinum diamond engagement ring by Cartier from the Solitaire 1895 collection.
Diamond, Platinum
$22,360Sale Price|20% Off
CARTIER London 1960 Gipsy Ring In Platinum With Burmese Ruby & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A platinum ring with ruby designed by Cartier. This is a beautiful and very rare vintage ring created in London England by the French jewelry house of Cartier, between the 1955 and ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
4mm Cartier 1895 Wedding Band in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Brand: Cartier Model: 1895 Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Ring Width: 4 mm Ring Size: US 9.5 or EU 61 Total Weight: 9.6 Grams Stamped: "Cartier" "P...
Platinum
Cartier Ballerine Platinum Channel Set Diamond Eternity Band Ring .40cts TW
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier diamond band ring from the Ballerine collection finely crafted in platinum with channel set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.40 cts total weight approximately set all ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Trinity Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold, Platinum & Ceramic, 0.46 ct
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier Trinity ring crafted in 18K white gold, platinum and ceramic, set with diamonds totaling 0.46 ct.
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Engagement Ring with 1.64 Carat Round Diamonds F-VVS1 GIA
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Detailed Description: Elevate life's precious moments with this stunning engagement ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier d'Amour Platinum Wedding Band
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
This ring is contoured to fit around an engagement ring. • Designer: Cartier • Metal: Platinum • Circa: 2015 • Size: 49, 4 3/4 • Gemstones: Diamonds • Diamond Weight: 25diamonds= app...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Love Diamond Platinum 5.5mm Band Ring Size US 4.5 EU 49
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Love Diamond Band Ring Material: Platinum (Pt950) Hallmarks: Cartier Pt950 49 NV7525 Gemstones: Natural diamond approximately 0.05ct Design: Cla...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Eternity Platinum Diamond Band size 50
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A refined Cartier Platinum Ring, adorned with a series of exquisite diamonds set in a sleek 2.5mm band.
Platinum
Cartier Bague Meli Melo TDD50 Platinum Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring US5.25
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Meli Melo model ring in platinum adorned with marquise, oval and pear-shaped pink sapphires, for a total of approximately 1.10 ct, and 3 round brilliant-cut diamonds, for a t...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Engagement Ring 3.41 Carat Heart & Round Diamonds E VVS2 GIA
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Video: Video Link Detailed Description: This enchanting vintage Cartier engagement ring is a true symbol of elegance and love.
Diamond, Platinum
26482 Cartier Etincelle Platinum Diamond 2.6mm Wedding Ring Band #48 Sz 4.5
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Cartier Etincelle collection Platinum ring weighs 4.1g 15 round diamonds total weight 0.51ct Diamond F color VS1 clarity Band measures 2.6mm wide Band size is #48 (U.S. size 4.5) S...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1895 Platinum 2.5mm Wedding Band Ring w/Cert Size 7.5 EU 56
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: 1895 Style: Wedding Band Ring Material: Platinum (Pt950) Band Width: Approximately 2.5 mm Ring Size: US 7.5 / EU 56 Weight: 3 grams Hallmarks: Stamped Cart...
Platinum
Cartier 1.52 Carat Round Brilliant Shape F-VS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 1.52 Carat Round Brilliant Shape F-VS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.52 Carat Diamond Number of St...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Engagement Ring with 0.51 Carat Round Diamond G VVS2 GIA
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Sleek sophistication meets timeless elegance in this platinum engagement ring.
Diamond, Platinum
$13,588Sale Price|20% Off
CARTIER Paris Vintage Solitaire Ring In Platinum With 1.01 Carats VVS Diamond
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A platinum solitaire ring designed by Cartier. This is a beautiful vintage solitaire ring created in Paris, France, by the prestigious jewelry house of Cartier.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Paris 1960's Turquoise Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Vintage Cluster Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a tiered cluster style ring alternating with rows of prong set turquoise cabochons and transitional cut diamonds Turquoise ranges in size from 3.0 to 5.5 mm round - opaqu...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier Destinee Cushion 1.15 cts H VS1 Halo Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Destinee Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Halo with Diamond Halfway on Shank Ref. number: N4746100 Certification: GIA 2215029799 Metal: Pt 950 Platinum Size: 6.25 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum 2.5mm Wide Dome Wedding Band Ring Size US 8 EU 57
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Style: Dome Wedding Band Ring Material: Platinum Hallmarks: Cartier Pt950 57 AWX602 Design: High-polish domed wedding band Measurements: Approximately 2.5 mm wide...
Platinum
Cartier 0.73 CTW Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 0.61 carat - H color with SI1 clarity Prong set in a square form head and flanked by platinum-topped cathedral shoulders B...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Solitaire 1895 Ring 1.37ct G/VVS1 GIA Cert
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A captivating platinum diamond engagement ring by Cartier from the Solitaire 1895 collection.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1980's Diamond Platinum Tri-Color Gold Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 0.68 carat - H color with VS2 clarity Prong set in a platinum wire basket with stylized bowtie-like ribbon shoulders Fl...
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Cartier Platinum Engagement Ring and band 1.06 Carat Round Diamond F VVS1 GIA
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Detailed Description: Embrace timeless elegance with a vintage Cartier engagement ring crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
C De Cartier Wedding Band in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Brand: Cartier Model: C De Wedding Band Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Ring Width: 3 mm Ring Thickness: 1.5 mm Ring Size: US 9.5 or EU 61 Total Weight...
Platinum
Cartier Étincelle DE Cartier Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition -Platinum -Ring size: 50/5.25 -Width: 2mm -Cartier box included -Retail: $3850
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1980's Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Platinum Vintage Ballerina Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut diamond weighing approximately 0.93 carat - G color with VS2 clarity Prong set at an angle in yellow gold atop a cluster of round and oval cut rubies Weighing a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier White Platinum Engagement Ring with 1.02 Carat Round Diamonds G VS2 GIA
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your style with this vintage Cartier engagement ring, crafted from luxurious white platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
$280,000Sale Price|60% Off
1895 Cartier 5.10 Carats Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Cartier engagement ring, featuring a 5.10 carats round brilliant cut diamond, set on a classic four prong setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Ballerine GIA Cert .45 F VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Size 4.75
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Discover the refined elegance of the Cartier Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring. This exquisite piece embodies the artistry and luxury synonymous with Cartier, showcasing a harmonious ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 0.30ct Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Sz 5 Estate COA GIA Signed
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Estate Cartier diamond engagement ring crafted in 950 platinum (circa 2001).
Diamond, White 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.