Victorian 3.20 Ct Colombian Emerald 1.45 Ct Diamond Trinity 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Victorian ring is 1890 ca Skillfully hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold with little silver portions for the Diamonds claws The ring is of simply trilogy facing up with...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
$25,600Sale Price|20% Off
5.01 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Trillion Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 18K Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Center Stone: 5.01 ct natural ruby (TIGL certified) Color: “Pigeon Blood” red (heated) Cut: Cushion, faceted Side Stones: Trillion-cut natural diamonds Setting: 18K yellow gold (...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 1.5ctw White Sapphire solid 18K Gold Silver Ø 6.25 / 2.5 g
Located in SE
Remarkable setting type that combines a bezel and six claws for best security. This ring may become your everyday favorite, secure settings with naturally hard and beautiful stones.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Diamond 5 Stone, Hallmarked Birmingham 1946
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Band Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1946 Makers mark W H T & S An elegant 18ct yellow gold five stone Band ring set with five bright diamonds in ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.50ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster, hallmarked 1964
Located in London, GB
Each diamond matches in quality and is claw set in a platinum ring head. A contrasting band of 18 carat yellow gold completes the piece in perfect vintage fashion.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Pink Tourmaline and 18 Carat Gold Solitaire
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The stone is held in a simple claw setting modelled in platinum. Ring Size: M 1/2 or 6 1/2 Weight: 3.43g * please note there is a tiny chip in the stone as you can see in the im...
Tourmaline, Gold
Emerald cut wedding band in platinum VS diamonds F color
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning wedding band that would match so many engagement rings. Made in solid platinum with meticulous tiger claws setting style, the ring was custom made to perfection.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Leon Mege platinum hand-forged solitaire features a certified OMC diamond.
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
The Leon Mege hand-forged 410™ solitaire features a cushion diamond sitting on a diamond-studded upper gallery ("hidden halo," for some). Rolex-grade platinum Claw prongs Pave diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Halo GIA Certified E Color SI1 Clarity 1 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The round center diamond gracefully set in between four Eagle claw prongs. This ring is meticulously made with three different parts that are soldered together.
Diamond, Platinum
East-West Three-Stone Featuring Emerald and Trapezoid Cut Diamonds by Leon Mege
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
All stones are held by tiny eagle-claw prongs. Three-stone engagement ring featuring an Emerald cut diamond at the center.
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.50ct Diamond and Sapphire Three Stone, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Each stone has been expertly claw set with the ring itself crafted by hand in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ladies Platinum Ring Set with Synthetic Emeralds
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Also set with two small 6mm marquis cut emeralds. All the stones are claw set. It has a ring guard on it as you can see in the pictures so the size is adjustable.
Platinum
1.80ct Deep Green Blue Teal Sapphire 7mm Round Cut 950 Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Gemsandjewelsuk
Located in Birmingham, GB
This beautiful stone is set in a fine 950 platinum 4 claw solitaire ring. Top grade piece featuring a unique colour sapphire.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Maison Jansen style Curule Bench, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Fantastic Hollywood regency 'curule' bench made from black wrought iron and with brass details. Brass claw feet and rings. Armrests backrest and seat upholstered in leopard print...
Metal, Brass, Wrought Iron
Vintage 1980's Chanel Gold "31 Rue Cambon" Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
The substantial 32 inch rich gold tone chain features a secure spring-ring and lobster claw clasp, supporting a double-sided wax seal style pendant.Item HighlightsHistorical Signific...
Gold Plate
Impressive Pair of Brass Firedogs
Located in London, GB
An unsual set of 19th century gunmetal and brass firedogs, the bases with winged horses, ringed mask and claw and ball feet. The large ball in brass.
Brass
Larimar Sterling Silver Strand Clasp Bracelet, 1990s
Located in Milford, DE
The piece is elegantly finished with a solid sterling silver lobster claw clasp and dual sizing rings for an adjustable, secure fit.
Larimar, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. 0.44ct Diamond Victoria Key Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Three marquise cut diamonds are claw set, accompanied by a ring of grain set round brilliant cut diamonds totalling 0.44 carat.
Diamond, Platinum
Multi Color Cultured Freshwater Pearl Sterling Silver Knotted Strand Bracelet
Located in Milford, DE
The piece secures with a polished sterling silver lobster claw clasp and dynamic extension ring links, ensuring effortless wearability.
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Lodolite Garden Quartz Sterling Silver Knotted Bead Bracelet
Located in Milford, DE
It seamlessly secures with a bright, solid sterling silver lobster claw clasp and matching jump ring. A striking statement piece for connoisseurs of mineral specimens and luxury boh...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
18K White Gold Multi-Strand Aquamarine, Tourmaline, and Diamond Bracelet
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Product Specifications Primary Gemstone 53.95 Carats of Natural Aquamarine Accent Gemstone 7.85 Carats of Pink Tourmaline Diamond Weight 4.08 Carats (Total Weight) Metal 18K White Go...
Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Diamond, White Gold
Recycled Handmade Ivory Rabbit Fur Pouf Pom Key Chain or Purse Charm, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Handmade key chain with split key ring and lobster claw clasps on one end, and ivory rabbit fur pouf on opposite end; silk velvet cord bow and 9 faux pearls between rings and pouf.
UnoAErre Vintage 1996 Yellow Gold Necklace and Bracelet Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The necklace consists of twenty-two links and the bracelet bears nine, each securing with a lobster claw fastening. The necklace is hallmarked to both sides of the lobster claw atta...
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Art Deco Style Lavender Jade Onyx Diamonds 18 K White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
Art Deco in style, each white gold drop earring is formed of a line of 5 modern brilliant-cut diamonds held in place by claws, supporting two rings set with modern brilliant-cut diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Brass Armchairs by La Barge, 1950s Hollywood Regency
By La Barge
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Brass Armchairs having arms ending in lion heads holding rings and claw feet with a white upholstered slip cushion seat (LA BARGE) (PRICED AS P...
Brass
Antique Empire Revival Black Bronze Figural Candelabra Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Empire Revival Tall Black and Bronze Figural Candelabra Table Lamps - Pair This stunning pair of tall candelabra desk lamps is decorated with ornate gilded bronze lion head...
Bronze
French 19th Century Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 karat Yellow Gold Star Pendant Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
It features a chased star adorned in the center with another black enameled star adorned with antique cushion-cut diamonds and fine half-pearls, all held in place by silver claws. A ...
White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$72Sale Price|50% Off
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Halloween Yellow Keychain Black Dripping Logo
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Brand new with tags attached, original dust bag and original box are included Features: Rubber logo charm Metal Key ring Lobster Claw Fastening & Spring Ring Fastenin...
Rare Pair of 18th Century Quartz, Ormolu Mounted Vases, circa 1780
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A rare and important pair of late 18th century quartz lidded vases, each with wonderful gilded classical ormolu scrolling foliate mounts and handles, terminating in lion heads, claws...
Quartz, Ormolu
Shagreen Chest of Drawers with Antique Brass Patina Legs by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
The case is mounted between claws and reminds a solitaire ring. The legs have an antique brass patina.
Brass
Victorian Pearl Emerald Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A mid nineteenth century emerald, ruby, diamond and bouton pearl ring, comprising a claw-set emerald quatrefoil surmounting three bouton pearls in a horizontal row and with a similar...
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Rose Gold
French 1960s 18 Karat White Gold Claws Set Diamonds Wedding Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Wedding ring in 18 karats white gold, eagle's head hallmark. This wedding ring is adorned on all its circumference of diamonds. Total weight of diamonds: approximately 0.70 carat. He...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1930s Art Deco 1.62 Carat Diamonds Round Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum, dog's head hallmark. Round shaped, this sublime and timeless art deco ring is claws set in the center of its mounting of a brilliant-cut diamond, surrounded by 14 b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Smokey Quartz and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The smokey quartz stone in the ring is large and gorgeous! It is deep in colour and held by simple claws.
Quartz, Gold
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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