Contemporary Ring Settings
2010s Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Native American Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Ruby, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Ruby, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings
Onyx, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Ruby, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Kunzite, Platinum
2010s English Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Tsavorite, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Tanzanite, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Garnet, 14k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Quartz, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings
Green Sapphire, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Quartz, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Topaz, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Rhodolite, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Blue Sapphire, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Quartz, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Cluster Rings
Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary More Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
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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 ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, prong settings can be good for engagement rings. When carefully crafted, prongs can help keep a gemstone secure. Plus, they allow nearly all of the gemstone to be visible, enhancing its sparkle and color. Many people also find prong settings to be easy to clean. Follow the maintenance and care instructions included with your engagement ring to help it stand the test of time. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of engagement rings.