Contemporary Stack Ring
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Band Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Dome Rings
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
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White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Dome Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dome Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dome Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
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2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
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Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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White Diamond, Gold, White Gold
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Iolite, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
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Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Band Rings
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold
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Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
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Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Band Rings
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Band Rings
Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold
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Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
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White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
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Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
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Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cluster Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Band Rings
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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Diamond, White 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.
- What is a stacking ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A stacking ring is a jewelry trend, wherein the wearer stacks multiple rings on a single or many fingers. It is also referred to as a ring stack and is a popular jewelry accessory for weddings, anniversaries and other celebrations. Find a collection of vintage rings on 1stDibs today.
- Why are wedding rings stacked?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Wedding rings are stacked to allow a person to wear all of their bridal jewelry at once. Often, a person will receive an engagement ring when accepting a marriage proposal. Then, a couple will typically exchange a set of rings on their wedding day. Stacking makes it possible to show off both the engagement and wedding rings. Some people position the wedding ring on the bottom so it is closest to the heart, while others prefer to put it on top to securely hold the engagement ring. Explore a large collection of wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- What are stacked wedding rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Stacked wedding rings are multiple wedding bands worn together on the same finger. Some stacked rings include two bands, which are often worn above and below an engagement ring to help hold it in place. You can also find matching triple-band stacking sets, which can symbolize the Christian Holy Trinity or a couple's past, present and future. Explore a wide variety of wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023How wedding rings should be stacked is up to you. Traditionally, brides place their engagement rings above their wedding rings, so the jewelry they exchanged during their wedding ceremonies is closer to their hearts. However, many people now choose to place their engagement rings on the bottom and use their wedding bands to secure them. Explore a wide range of wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023You can stack wedding rings in any order you wish. The most common approach to stacking is to wear the wedding band closest to your heart, followed by the engagement ring and then an anniversary ring or second wedding band over top. However, other arrangements can work just as well, so let your own preferences be your guide. Shop a diverse assortment of wedding rings on 1stDibs.