GIA Certified 10Ct Natural Ceylon Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Approximately 10 Ct Natural Ceylon Yellow Sapphire , 6 ct Blue Baguettes sapphire & 3 ct Diamond Ring 18 Karat yellow gold , An estate piece GIA Report # 5222873665 Nat...
Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ceylon Sapphire Ring with Natural Diamonds Halo: 14k Solid Gold, Oval 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This stunning ring features an oval-shaped Ceylon sapphire at its center, renowned for its vibrant blue hue.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
16.45ct Royal Blue Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Halo Heirloom Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Expertly crafted to heirloom standards, this investment-grade treasure combines a rare, velvety azure saturation with a regal, timeless setting that commands attention as a true piec...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring 18KT White Gold Engagement Ring 2ct
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Incredible sapphire ring with a 2ct center Ceylon sapphire, such a beautiful gentle light blue color in a side way design in 18KT white gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 16 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Very Fine Sapphire Diamond Ring Very fine gem quality sapphire weighs 16 carats Mounted in a very intricate and well made hand made sapphire and pave diamond cage setting With AGL...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Centered on an emerald-cut sapphire, this Ceylon Sapphire Ring is surrounded by brilliant diamonds and French cut sapphires in 18K white gold.
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$15,840Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 7cts Ceylon Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ceylon Blue Sapphire 7.56 carats with Diamond 0.86 carat Ring set in Platinum 900 Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 12.85 grams "W...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 3cts Ceylon Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ceylon Blue Sapphire 3.92 carats with Diamond 0.45 carat Ring set in Platinum 950 Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 7.44 grams "We...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Important 17 Carat GIA Certified Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
An impressive oval Ceylon sapphire weighing 17.18 carats surrounded by 12 fine brilliant diamonds weighing 4.25. The sapphire a boasts a rich blue fully saturated color. The sapphire...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Bulgari Ceylon sapphire and diamond trombino ring, circa 1970s.
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari Ceylon sapphire and diamond trombino ring. Set to centre horizontally with an octagonal emerald cut natural Ceylon sapphire in an open back rubover setting with a weight of 9...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
$56,000Sale Price|20% Off
Unheated Ceylon 4.06 Carat Cushion Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The sapphire is securely set at the center of a luxurious ring mounting, framed by a refined diamond composition that enhances its color and presence.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Sapphire Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14k White Gold, 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A mesmerizing sapphire ring, adorned with natural round-cut diamonds that shimmer with every glance.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Ceylon sapphire and diamond 'Trombino' ring, circa 1980.
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari Ceylon sapphire and diamond 'Trombino' ring. Set to centre with one oval mixed cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Colour Change Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring, circa 1905
Located in London, GB
Colour change Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced pinkish purple colour change Ceylon sapphire, pinkish purple in daylight and pin...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$150,600Sale Price|24% Off
Alexander AGL 18.52ct Ceylon Sapphire with Diamonds Three-Stone Ring Platinum
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Important modern three-stone AGL certified Ceylon sapphire and diamonds ring. Cornflower sapphire of superb color and liveliness with epaulet / cadilac cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
$119,200Sale Price|20% Off
18.33 Carat Ceylon Unheated Sapphire Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Glamorous unheated sapphire diamond cocktail ring. Lively "cornflower blue", Ceylon origin, high cluster, cushion faceted, 18.33 carats unheated sapphire mounted in open basket with ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.10ct Ceylon Oval Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ceylon Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Oval sapphire center stone, simple low level heat only and no other enhancements.
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
5.26 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine natural gem takes center stage of this platinum diamond ring. It is a 5.26 carat sapphire from Sri Lanka (Ceylon).
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco natural Ceylon cabochon sapphire and diamond ring.
Located in London, GB
Art Deco natural Ceylon cabochon sapphire and diamond ring. Set with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire with an approximate weight of 12.22 carats in an open back ru...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GCS 2.21ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Cluster Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: New Hallmark: UK Comments: This modern ring is made in platinum and set a Ceylon no heat sapphire weighing 2.21ct.
Blue Sapphire
$98,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 9 Carat Blue Sapphire Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite 9.60 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring This stunning ring features a remarkable 9.60-carat natural sapphire of Sri Lankan origin, certified by GRS (Gemresea...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring, American, circa 1960.
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight of 12.38 carats, f...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
39.0 ct. Ceylon No-Heat Sapphire & Diamond Ring Signed Cartier
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Sapphire 39.0 ct. & approx. 2.80 cts diamonds total Color/Clarity: Ceylon No Heat; E–F color, VVS–VS clarity Certifications: AGL Size: 6 Creator: Cartier Metal: Pla...
Diamond, Sapphire
Ceylon Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ceylon Blue Sapphire 2.09 carats with Diamond 0.39 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 4.07 grams "We first opened ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1900.
Located in London, GB
Antique Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weigh...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$144,000Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Certified 10.64 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Indulge in timeless elegance with this breathtaking ring, featuring a substantial 10.64-carat cushion-cut sapphire, certified by GIA.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Emerald Shaped Ceylon Sapphire 3.75ct Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18K Gold
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Cocktail Ring with Emerald Shaped Ceylon Sapphire weighing 2.40 carat, Two Trillion Diamond, weighing 0.50 carat, surrounded by pave set diamonds weighing 0...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 3.27 Ct Ceylon Sapphire Engagement Ring 18K Gold with Diamond Halo
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Details: • Center stone: Certified natural Ceylon sapphire, 3.27 ct • Accent stones: Brilliant-cut diamonds, 0.36 ct total • Metal: 18K white gold • Ring size: EU 54 / US 6.75 (resiz...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,112Sale Price|20% Off
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
A refined choice for fans of eternity bands, stackable gemstone rings, and birthstone fine jewelry. Metal Information: Metal Type: 18KT White Gold Gold Weight: 3.413 grams Diamond ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Diamond Ceylon Sapphire Ring 14K Gold Antique Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Victorian Diamond Ceylon Sapphire Ring 14K Gold Antique Cocktail Rare Victorian Ring, Antique Ring, Ceylon Sapphire Ring, Diamond Ring, 14K Gold Ring (carefully tested and guarantee...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Purple Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Purple Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced purple Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting, with an approximat...
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Certified 3.10 Carats Natural Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Uccle, BE
Ring set with a "GEM REPORT ANTWERP" natural non-heated Ceylon Sapphire of 3.10 Carats and 0.59 Carats full-cut natural diamonds (H/I color - Vs clarity).
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
8 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Ring. Natural Sapphire Diamond Halo Platinum Ring G VS
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Sapphire Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 8.30-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.90-Carats Second...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring With Pave Diamonds Made In 14k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Metal Details 14k White Gold Weight: 3.588g Diamond Details Total Diamond Weight: 0.26ct Gemstone Details Ceylon Blue Sapphire Weight: 1.24ct Product Features Style: Cocktail Ring...
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 2.25ct Diamond and Ceylon Sapphire Flower Ring MF29-021826
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The 2mm band utilizes collared shoulders that split to provide a stable, open-work foundation for the centerpiece.In estate condition, this Platinum 2.25 ct Diamond and 2.87 ct Ceylo...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Certified Ceylon Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ceylon Blue Sapphire 3.16 carats with Diamond 3.78 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings (Certified by GIT: The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand) Width: 2.5 cm Length: 2...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Vintage Ceylon sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with one oval old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 5....
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A Ceylon blue sapphire sits at the center of this dainty ring, encircled by earth-mined diamonds in solid 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Platinum Ring with 1.60 Ct Ceylon Sapphire & 1.40 Ct Diamonds
Located in Napoli, IT
This fabulous antique ring is Art deco period, 1925 ca Geometric artful designed of the era structured by a play of Diamonds and Sapphires Ring has been hand crafted of Platinum, mar...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire and diamond three stone ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with a weight of 8.87 carats, flanked...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unheated Natural Sapphire 4.13 ct Ring in 18K White Gold with Diamonds, Ceylon
Located in Roma, IT
This exceptional ring features a stunning 4.13 carat natural sapphire of Sri Lankan origin, certified by GRS with no indication of thermal treatment.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
French 1920s Art Deco Natural Ceylon Sapphire Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
On either side of the sapphire, the ring's Greek motifs are openwork, chased and each set with 2x7 8/8-cut diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$104,000Sale Price|20% Off
SSEF Certified 9.30 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Platinum and Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
SSEF Certified 9.30 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Platinum and Diamond Ring This exceptional ring showcases a magnificent 9.298 carat natural Ceylon sapphire, certified by the Swiss Gemmolo...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Sapphire, Coral, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central ceylon hydrothermal sapphire between two corals surrounded by a frame of diamonds.
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
A refined choice for fans of eternity bands, stackable gemstone rings, and birthstone fine jewelry. Metal Information: Metal Type: 18KT White Gold Gold Weight: 3.750 grams Diamond ...
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Shaped Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring With Diamonds In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This refined ring features a single cushion-shaped Ceylon blue sapphire at its center, framed by pave-set diamonds along the band.
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.00ct Ceylon sapphire chunky diamond solitaire engagement ring in platinum
Located in London, GB
2.00ct Ceylon sapphire chunky diamond solitaire engagement ring in platinum 2.00ct Ceylon sapphire diamond engagement ring in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$140,000Sale Price|20% Off
No-Heat Ceylon Sapphire 9.76 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly desirable natural sapphire ring, centered with a remarkable 9.76 carat unheated blue sapphire of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, certified by C.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire
Eli Jewels Platinum Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring, Late 20th Century
Located in Tucson, AZ
Eli Jewels Platinum Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring From the atelier of Eli Jewels, this exquisite platinum masterpiece centers on a natural fine Ceylon blue sapphire of approximately...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring With Pave Diamonds Made In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Rich in color and timeless in style, this cocktail ring showcases a vivid Ceylon Blue Sapphire surrounded by a halo of shimmering pave-set diamonds.
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Band Ring Accented With Diamonds Made in 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Refined and radiant, this slim band ring features 0.76 carats of vivid Ceylon blue sapphires, accented with 0.14 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emeralds Maravellous 13.10 Carat Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Spectacular 18K white gold sapphire and diamond engagement ring containing 1 cushion cut natural Ceylon blue sapphire with no heat treatment weighing 11.89 carats and 2 brilliant cut...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 13.89 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite ring by Cecile Blake is crafted in platinum and features a stunning 13.89 carat oval blue sapphire as its centerpiece. The sapphire is Grs certified, showcasing excep...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 9.78 Ct. Ceylon Untreated Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite ring by Cecile Blake is crafted in platinum and features a stunning 9.78 carat cushion blue sapphire as its centerpiece. The sapphire is Grs certified, showcasing exc...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry 5.07 Carat Certified Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
This ring is just that. Hand made in the Emilio Jewelry Atelier, our brand is known for creating the finest Sapphire jewelry and the leader in important Sapphire Rings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Ceylon Sapphire 4.67ct and Diamond 2.62ct Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
A sapphire and diamond ring set with an oval-cut Ceylon sapphire weighing app. 4.67 ct. encircled by 18 brilliant-cut and four marquise-cut diamonds totaling app. 2.62 ct. mounted in...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GRS Certified Ceylon 11cts Blue Sapphire with Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 11.41 carats with Diamond 3.08 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (GRS Certified) Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 13.52 grams "We ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (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.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire 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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