Vhernier, Re Sole Ring with Purple Sugilite and Rock Crystal Stone
By Vhernier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wonderfully designed Vhernier - Re Sole 18kt Gold Ring with Purple Sugilite and Rock crystal stone Can be bought together with LU1752212615682 and be worn together. Stone: Sugilite...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pieces of Opal Gemstone Cocktail Crystal Ball Ring 18K White Gold Vintage Style
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Style Pieces of Opal Gemstone 18K White Gold Cocktail Crystal Ball Ring Vintage Style Setting Pieces of Genuine Opal Gemstone Encased in "Crystal Ball" Absolutely Specta...
Crystal, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baccarat 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Crystal Ball Ring
By Baccarat
Located in Southampton, PA
An intriguingly unconventional and irresistibly charming design with a gloriously mystical spirit, this tantalizing ring from Baccarat is flawlessly crafted from 18K yellow gold and ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
BOTTTEGA VENETA sterling silver INTRECCIATO SPINNING CRYSTAL BALL RING 7.5
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
Bottega Veneta sterling silver Intrecciato ring with spinning crystal ball in the middle. Has been worn and is in excellent condition.
Roger Dubuis Diamond Pave and Pink Crystal Ball Large White Gold Heart Ring
By Roger Dubuis
Located in Southampton, PA
Embodying the very essence of sublime extravagance, this exceptional ring from Roger Dubuis will beautifully accentuate any ensemble of yours thanks to its gorgeous design and its lu...
Crystal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Gilbert Albert 18 Karat Gold 11 Interchangeable Balls Cocktail Ring
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a dynamic ring designed by Swiss jeweler Gilbert Albert in 1970s. It is crafted in 18K yellow gold and adorned with a diamond. There are 11 interchangeable semi precious gem ...
Amber, Amethyst, Carnelian, Hematite, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Quartz, R...
Kenneth J Lane KJL Pave Crystal Disco Ball Cocktail Ring, Silver Tone Sz 4-8
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
Elevate your evening attire with the Kenneth J Lane Disco Ball cocktail ring. This exquisite piece features a dazzling display of pave-set crystals that catch the light from every an...
Crystal
H. Stern Cobblestone Golden Stones Rock Crystal Yellow Gold Ring
By H. Stern
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Rock Crystal Cobblestone Golden Stones Ring by H. Stern. With 1 large Rock Crystal 16mm x 21mm Details: Size: 6 3/4 Weight: 15.4 grams Width: 16mm Stamped Hallmark...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold
Vhernier, Re Sole Ring with Purple Sugilite and Rock Crystal Stone
By Vhernier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wonderfully designed Vhernier - Re Sole 18kt Gold Ring with Purple Sugilite and Rock crystal stone Can be bought together with LU1752212615682 and be worn together. Stone: Sugilite...
Rock Crystal, Crystal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Wonderfully Designed 18kt Rose Gold Vhernier Ring
By Vhernier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wonderfully designed 18kt Rose Gold Vhernier Ring Can be bought together with LU1752212626702 and be worn together Stone: Rock crystal ball with a diameter of 21 mm Material: 18k...
Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Modernist Purple Crystal Gold Ring
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
An Impressive Vintage 1960s/70s hand crafted 14 Carat Gold and Amethyst colour crystal ball ring. Crystal in a raised basket style setting with a bead work under.
14k Gold
Crystal Dome Ring
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in Richmond, VA
Stunning vintage sterling ring with an oversized clear crystal cabochon. By Robert Lee Morris, stamped 925.
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Crystal Dome Ring
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in Richmond, VA
Stunning vintage sterling ring with an oversized clear crystal cabochon. By Robert Lee Morris, stamped 925.
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Louis Vuitton Enamel Crystal & Wooden Ball Gold Tone Set of Two Rings M
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Sculpted with beauty in mind, this set of rings from Louis Vuitton will bring you countless days of charm. The rings are made from gold-tone metal and feature wooden balls on the hea...
Crystal, Gold, Enamel
Mauboussin Rock Crystal Diamond Gold Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rock crystal ball diamond ring, the rock crystal magnifying the inset round diamond at center, mounted in a wide polished 18k yellow gold setting, signed Mauboussin.
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mauboussin Rock Crystal Diamond Gold Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rock crystal ball diamond ring, the rock crystal magnifying the inset round diamond at center, mounted in a wide polished 18k yellow gold setting, signed Mauboussin.
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mauboussin Paris Gold Rock Crystal Diamond Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mauboussin 18k yellow gold rock crystal ball diamond ring. Crystal is 16mm in diameter.
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
"Crystal Ball" Citrine Peridot and Diamond Ring
By Adams
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Stunning 18kt. yellow gold heavy mount citrine cabochon ring, sprinkled on the mount with 24 round and oval natural fine color peridots is various sizes totaling approx. 7.5 cts,15 r...
Citrine, Peridot, Diamond, 18k Gold
$59,500
H 8.67 in W 4.49 in D 2.49 in
Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly 20 Rouge de Coeur Swift Osier Wicker Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly, crafted in 2020, is a delightful fusion of traditional craftsmanship and whimsical design. This exquisite bag combines Rouge de Coeur Swift leather wit...
$2,728Sale Price|27% Off
H 2.1 in W 1.1 in L 18 in
Vintage Gold 109.8ct Large Smoky Quartz Abstract Pendant 18" Flat Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s): -- (1) Natural Genuine Smoky Quartz - Large Huge Oval Cut - Prong Set - Transparent Medium Brown Color - 39.53x28.42x18.44mm - 109.80ct (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yel...
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,825
H 7 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in Dm 5 in L 13.5 in
Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Toned Choker Necklace, Enamel, France
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
CHRISTIAN LACROIX's rare, massive, ethnic tribal-inspired four-strand gold-toned choker necklace features links and rings. Both ends are made of deep red studded enamel embellished w...
Mixed Metal
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 5.00 Carat Flawless Fancy Pink Diamond
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. The color of this diamond is much bette...
Pink Diamond
Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond Bracelet French
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond Platinum Bracelet 15 cts of Round Diamond And Baguette Diamonds Circa 1952 articulating platinum and diamond bracelet. 6.75 inches Length D-E ...
Diamond, Platinum
Historic Necklace Yellow Gold Natural Coral Drops by Hancocks 1920s
By Hancocks
Located in Berlin, DE
A Masterpiece of Jewelry Art by Hancocks, London! The deep orange-red natural coral drops are each set in yellow intricately decorated gold caps mounted on golden balls which are con...
Coral, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Bangle with Vibrant Gemstones in 18K Yellow Gold by Angela Cumming
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lucerne, CH
Discover the luxurious Angela Cumming for Tiffany armband, crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold and adorned with vibrant gemstones. This exquisite piece features a delicate floral print, ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$434Sale Price|20% Off
Christian Lacroix hexagon black velvet and satin handle bag
By Christian Lacroix Paris, Christian Lacroix
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Christian Lacroix black velvet and satin handle bag. - Hexagon shape. - Featuring signature Christian Lacroix gold toned hardware prints. - Satin based. - Satin...
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Large Round Citrine Fashion Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This estate David Webb cocktail ring is an exquisite blend of timeless design and craftsmanship. The focal point of this elegant piece is a stunning 24mm wide citrine gemstone. Set i...
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels 7.77ct Ruby Ring with 4.00ct Diamond Halo — Signed
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking and rare creation by Van Cleef & Arpels, this exquisite ring centers a vivid oval-shaped ruby weighing approximately 7.77 carats. The richly saturated ruby is framed...
Diamond, Ruby
The Exquisite Beauty of 9-Row Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace Certified By GIA
Located in Dubai, AE
Natural pearls are a timeless symbol of elegance and luxury, and a 9-row natural pearl necklace is truly a sight to behold. Each pearl in this magnificent necklace has been carefully...
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
$15,000
H 0.5 in W 2.88 in D 2.38 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Opening Cabochon Emerald Yellow Gold Compact
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Very elegant VCA 18kts woven Yellow Gold & brocaded pattern Compact. Made in the 1960 - when all you needed was your compact and your jewels. The opening spans the compact and is...
Emerald, Sapphire
Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Art Deco Diamond Platinum Ladies Cocktail Watch 1920s Swiss Mechanical Authentic 1920s Art Deco diamond ladies cocktail watch crafted in luxurious platinum. This elegant an...
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Burma Ruby & Burma Sapphire Long Dia Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels, Ruby , Blue Sapphire & Diamond Sautoir with a Detachable Sapphire Bracelet. Circa 1978. The total length is 117 inches and can be worn with several different len...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Paul Morelli Flawless South Sea Pearl & 4 ct Diamond Strand Opera Necklace 36 "
By Paul Morelli
Located in New York, NY
Designer Paul Morelli 15-17mm South Sea Pearl & 4 Ct Diamond ball Clasp , 36 Inch long Strand Necklace. Exclusive , Very Supreme quality, One of a kind Necklace . no blemishes on ...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k 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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