Contemporary Ruby Ring
2010s Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
2010s Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 2000s English Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s British Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Indian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Fashion Rings
Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Dome Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Dome Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Fashion Rings
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cluster Rings
Ruby, Sterling Silver
2010s British Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 2000s Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Ruby, 22k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Dome Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Sterling Silver
20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Cypriot Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Onyx, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary Dome Rings
Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
2010s Cypriot Modern Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Topaz, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Ruby, Platinum
Early 2000s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 Bvlgari 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.
- What does a ruby ring symbolize?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A ruby ring symbolizes love, especially passionate love. A ruby ring also tends to carry connotations such as wealth and success. Find a range of antique and vintage ruby rings on1stDibs.
- What do ruby rings symbolize?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023What ruby rings symbolize is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people associate rubies with passion, while others believe the gemstones signify wealth or protection from evil. On 1stDibs, shop a range of ruby gemstone rings.
- Are ruby rings expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While some rubies can be very expensive due to their deep color, shine and durability, they are less expensive than diamonds of the same size. As a result they can be a popular alternative to diamonds for an engagement ring. Find plenty of ruby rings on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a ruby engagement ring means is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Some people believe rubies represent love, passion and desire, but historically, the gemstone meant nobility and courage. The gem is also the birthstone for July. Find a selection of ruby gemstone rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, rubies are good for engagement rings. The stone's rarity, beauty, and durability make it a prized gem. These red gemstones represent romance, wealth, and success -- perfect for celebrating an engagement.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021How much a red ruby ring is worth will depend on certain quality factors. High-quality ruby rings can range in price from anywhere between $12 to $1,600. The value of a ruby will increase owing to color. Find a collection of red ruby rings on 1stDibs today.