Contemporary Eternity Rings
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s French Modern Band Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Unknown Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings
18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Band Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Bridal Rings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
White Diamond, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s North American Contemporary Band Rings
Black Diamond, Rose Gold
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A Close Look at Contemporary Jewelry
Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Finding the Right Rings for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An eternity ring symbolizes never-ending love. It is generally given by a spouse to their wife on a special date in their relationship.
Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021Eternity rings are usually used as wedding rings and are given at weddings. They can also be given as anniversary presents.- What is a diamond eternity ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A diamond eternity ring is a ring that features multiple diamonds, adorned in an endless circular design. This ring normally features a band set with a continuous circle of diamond stones in a manner that can be very glamorous. Diamond eternity rings are available in a variety of styles including Contemporary, Victorian, Retro, Art Deco, Modern, Edwardian, Empire, Renaissance, and Artisan. Find a collection of antique and vintage diamond eternity rings on 1stDibs today.
- Do eternity rings have diamonds?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Some eternity or infinity rings feature diamonds, while some feature other gemstones. An eternity ring is a continuous band that is set with a string of gemstones centered in the band. It’s meant to symbolize never-ending love and is often given as a gift on an anniversary. Many people like to have their infinity ring adorned with diamonds, other people simply prefer a different gemstone. Shop a collection of eternity rings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023There is no certain stone that an eternity ring should be. It is a matter of personal preference. Many people choose eternity rings with diamonds to match wedding rings. However, you can also find eternity rings with emeralds, rubies, sapphires and other gemstones. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of eternity rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A half eternity ring means that stones are only set around the top half or three-quarters of the ring. This can be a practical design because it is more comfortable and can allow for larger stones.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023In what year of marriage you get an eternity ring varies. Traditionally, diamonds are the gift for a 60th anniversary. As a result, some people wait until they have been married for 60 years before purchasing one. However, you can choose to mark any anniversary with an eternity ring if you wish. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of eternity rings.