Vintage Platinum 6.39ctw Omphacite Burma Jade & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - "A" Quality - 11.30x9.01x5.27mm - 5.0ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below ...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Solid Platinum 8.69ctw Cabochon Cat's Eye & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Cat's Eye - Almost Round Cabochon Cut - Claw Prong Set - Yellowish Green Color - Sharp Eye - 7.86ct (exact) (24) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette...
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Platinum
2.45 Carat Brown Diamond Platinum 14K White Gold Cocktail Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ballerina inspired cocktail ring features one pear shaped brown diamond, weighing approximately 2.45 carats, surrounded by 28 tapered baguette cut diamonds, weighing approximate...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Diamond Rubellite Pink Tourmaline Ring Vintage 14K Gold Ballerina Statement
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Rubellite Pink Tourmaline Ring Vintage 14K Gold Ballerina Statement This estate ring is made in solid 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS 2.44 Carat Burma Vivid Pink Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS-certified 2.44 carat oval vivid pink Burma sapphire and 0.86 carat diamond platinum 900 ballerina cocktail ring, featuring the intensely colored heated Burma sapphire in a four-p...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.89ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Oval Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Green Color - Clarity Enhanced F2 - 1.29ct (exact)** See Certification Details Below for Complete I...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Marquise Ruby Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring Retro Cocktail Fashion Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Marquise Ruby and Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring. The antique Retro ring is centered with an oval faceted Ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum GIA 6.93ctw Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Cut - Prong Set - Nice Green Color - Minor Oil - 5.29ct (exact)** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (66) Natu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Beauvince Ballerina Champagne, Yellow and White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The Ballerina Champagne is a classic cocktail diamond ring bringing together the most elegant of diamond shapes and colors Center Diamond Shape: Oval Center Diamond Weight: 0.32 ct ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum 13.66ctw Gia Cushion Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Handmade Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Cushion Brilliant Cut - Prong Set True Royal Blue Color - Ceylon - HEAT - 8.86ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below F...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
8.53 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking cocktail ring featuring an exquisite 8.53-carat oval-shape blue sapphire. The deep blue of the sapphire is elegantly framed by 1.82 carats of mixed-cut white diamonds, enh...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2.63 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring, GRS Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking cushion-cut ruby, weighing 2.63 carats, commands attention at the center of this contemporary ring. The ruby, with its vivid red hue, is surrounded by a halo of mixed-cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Amazing Ballerina Diamond & Platinum Ring Marquise Center Stone 2.25 Apprx CTW
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Amazing Ballerina Diamond & 600-750 Platinum Ring Marquise Center Stone Approx 2.25 Carats Total F-HColor , VS-SI Clarity Comes with insurance appraisal for $12,400.00
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.38 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified 1.38 carat emerald cut Colombian emerald and 1.63 carat total diamond platinum 900 ballerina halo cocktail ring, set in a yellow gold prong basket surrounded by a round...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 14k White Gold Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Cluster Cocktail Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bold and luxurious, this 14K white gold ballerina cocktail ring features an exquisite design.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum GIA 2.55ctw Pear Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - 1.18ct (exact stamped) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Numerous Natural Genu...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum 2.04ctw Oval Green Tsavorite w/ Diamond Halo Ballerina Flower Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tsavorite - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Deep Green - 8x6.1mm - 1.48ct (exact) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette & Round Cut - Channel & Pr...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum
3.60 Carat Orange Tourmaline 2.30 Carat Diamond, 18k White Gold Ballerina Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.60 carat orange tourmaline and 2.30 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold ballerina cluster ring; part of our diverse vintage tourmaline jewelr...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold
12ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring, 2.25ct Ruby
Located in Braintree, GB
A vibrant cocktail ring set with a cushion-cut natural ruby of 2.25 carats in a swirling 'ballerina' surround of round brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds.
Yellow Gold
Ballerina Style Triple Halo Diamond Engagement Ring GIA Certified D / VS1
Located in New York, NY
Hand Crafted Ballerina Style Diamond Ring 4.73 Carat Total Diamond Weight.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 2.18ct Imperial Green Jadeite Jade & Diamond Pavé Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and centered by a 2.18ct imperial green jadeite jade stone framed by a dramatic ballerina-style diamond surround.
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.32 Carat Natural Jadeite Jade and Diamond Filigree Platinum Ballerina Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Miami, FL
5.32 carats of true green untreated jadeite jade are displayed as the focal point of this beautiful piece. This ballerina style ring features a platinum band with delicate filigree, ...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Ballerina natural 3.65ct Royal Blue certified Marquise Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
An exquisite Ballerina Sapphire and Diamond ring, expertly crafted in luxurious platinum.
Platinum
Platinum Ballerina Ring 3ct Tapered H VS Diamonds 2.25ct Sapphire Size 7.25
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: This vintage platinum ballerina ring is a dazzling embodiment of timeless elegance.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Large GIA 27.68ctw Vivid Green Jade Ballerina Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural B+C Jade - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Green Color - 21.48 x 15.13 x 8.32 mm - 24.70ct (exact) ** See Certifica...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
High Quality Platinum 3.20ctw GIA Ruby & Diamond Long Ballerina Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Clean Red Color - 7.6 x 5.7mm (approx.) - 1.53ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info **...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Mid-Century Star Ruby Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s 1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Star Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring in Platinum, circa 1950s–1960s.
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald 4.10 Carat Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.20ct emerald and 4.10ct diamond, platinum ballerina ring; part of our vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.25 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Double Halo Ballerina Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Ring Size 7.5, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Engagement / Cocktail Ring — Ballerina Halo Style Metal: Platinum 900 Size: 7.5 (Adjustable) Weight: 4.22 grams Shank T...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.91ctw Burma Vivid Pink Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Clean Vivid Pink Color - No Heat - Burma - 100% Natural -1.43ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Com...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 6.5ctw Round Peridot w/ Diamond Ballerina Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Peridot -Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Grass Green Color - 10mm - 5.25ct (approx.) (30) Natural Genuine Diamond- Baguette & Round Brillia...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ballerina Halo Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold- GIA 6237536467
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ballerina Halo Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold- GIA 6237536467 Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this elegant ring centers on an oval-cut red ruby weighing approximately 1.04 car...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum 3.43ctw Oval Fiery Jelly Opal w/ Diamond Statement Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Clear w/ Amazing Fiery Play of Colors- 11.9x9.5mm (approx.) - 2.49ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamond...
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Platinum GIA 2.77ctw Ceylon Vivid Pink Sapphire Diamond Wavy Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Pink Color - Heated - Ceylon- 100% Natural -1.35ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified .56 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Ballerina Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960’s emerald and diamond platinum Ballerina ring. Set with one .56ct octagonal shape emerald center stone that is mounted in a Platinum setting.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum High Quality 3.13ctw Opal Diamond Floral Ballerina Design Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Fiery Very Nice Color w/ Excellent Play of Colors - 10.6x8.4mm / 2.29ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diam...
Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum
1.32 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is complemented by 0.87 carats of baguette-cut diamonds set around the gem ruby in a ballerina style.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
.76ct Fancy Color Diamond Ruby Cocktail Circular Cluster Halo Ballerina Ring 14*
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Circular Cocktail Circular Halo Ballerina Mod Ring Natural Fancy color Center diamond: .76ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Solid Platinum GIA 3.55ctw Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Vibrant Deep Green Color - Colombian -1.97ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Ruby Ballerina Ring Double Halo Baguette & Round Diamonds in Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold ballerina ring with one center, slightly oval, brilliant-cut ruby 1.30 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.63 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Ballerina Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1980's classic diamond Ballerina style engagement ring. 1 pear shaped .38cts center stone.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabouchon Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ballerina Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous ring that exudes elegance and depicts the delicate and graceful skirt of a ballerina through its design.
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ballerina Cocktail Cluster No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring 4.58 Carat 18 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Baguette & 1.24ct Rounds Diamonds Side (2) Round Diamonds: .76ct. G-color Vs-2 clarity. 18Kt. white Gold. 7.7 grams Ring size: 6.50 Depth of ring (with center ruby): 6.2m...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified .92 Carat Ruby Diamond White Gold Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified Ruby and diamond ballerina cocktail ring. Oval center ruby with a halo of 32 tapered baguette diamonds, in a 14k white gold ballerina setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
AIGS Certified 4.70 Carat Natural Ruby Diamonds Cluster Ring Ballerina No Heat*
Located in New York, NY
Natural Diamonds. Round & full cuts G-color Vs-2 clarity. 14kt. rose gold 6 grams Ring Current size: 7 Depth of ring: 9mm Deck of ring 20 x 17mm (Free Resize Service, ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 5.08 Carat Natural Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Ballerina Prime*
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Ballerina Prime GIA Certified 3.08Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 2181151832 Cushion Brilliant Transparent, Purple - Red. 9.45 X 9.19 X 3.69mm Minor Heating. 2.00ct. side...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Vintage Ballerina Halo Ring 14k 4.80ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k White Gold (band) & Platinum (top) Stone Information Natural Rubellite Tourmaline Ca...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1.26 Carat Oval Ruby & Mixed Diamond Ballerina Platinum Art Nouveau Style Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.26 carat oval ruby measuring 6.6 x 5.5mm is set in a platinum 900 Art Nouveau-inspired ballerina ring with a mixed diamond surround of marquise, baguette, and round brilliant stone...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 4.04ctw Elongated Oval Black Opal & Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Black Color w/ Amazing Play of Green & Blue Color - 13.98 x 8.24 x 4.57mm / 3.01ct (exact - certified) **See ...
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
$8,680Sale Price|20% Off
Oval Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ballerina Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
A noteworthy ring set with the finest Sri-Lankan Oval Brilliant Cut Sapphires and Diamond Cocktail Ring Ballerina Ring. 18k Solid White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Mid-Century AGL Certified Oval Ruby Ballerina Ring with Diamonds in Platinum
Located in Houston, TX
A Mid-Century AGL certified 3.00 carat oval-cut Thai ruby ballerina ring, set in platinum. The ring features an additional 4.50 carats of cushion-cut rubies and 7.50 carats of round ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.70 Carat Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1960's sapphire and diamond ballerina engagement ring. This deep blue oval 1.70ct sapphire is GIA certified natural, no heat, mounted in a 14k yellow gold setting with a halo...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.47 Carat GIA Certified Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Bridal Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.47 Carat GIA Certified Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Bridal Ring Beautiful Ballerina Ruby Diamond Ring with a natural Oval Cut 1.66 Carat Ruby which is surrounded by ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Diamond Blue Sapphire Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s/1960s
Located in Lisbon, PT
This ring features an elongated cushion-shape dark blue sapphire claw-set to the center and accented in the middle with a bezel-set round brilliant-cut diamond in a platinum insert, ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.45ct. Ruby Diamonds ring 14kt Art Deco Style Ballerina Phase*
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Ballerina / Art Deco Style Cluster GIA Certified .95Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5181115146 Round / Step Cut Transparent, Even Red 5.92 X 5.95 X 3.30mm Minor Heating. 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sri Lankan Ceylon Sapphire, 3.06ct Diamond Halo Ballerina Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
A spontaneous burst of brilliance, this ballerina-style cocktail ring showcases a 3.06-carat natural Ceylon sapphire, cut in a rare pear-shape brilliant and mounted in an elegant thr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 1980's Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Platinum Vintage Ballerina Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut diamond weighing approximately 0.93 carat - G color with VS2 clarity Prong set at an angle in yellow gold atop a cluster of round and oval cut rubies Weighing a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$6,120Sale Price|20% Off
BALLERINA Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 3.98 Cwt. In Red Ruby And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A classic cocktail ring in platinum with ruby and diamonds. This is a classic ballerina cocktail ring created during the mid-century and the modernist periods, back in the 1960.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
BALLERINA Classic Ring In Platinum With 2.38 Ctw In Sapphires And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A classic ballerina ring with gemstones. This is a beautiful contemporary ring, crafted in the shape of a classic ballerina in solid .900/.999 platinum with high polished finish.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
4.80 Carat Natural Ruby Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ballerina Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.80 Carat Natural Ruby Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ballerina Ring This ring is truly a remarkable piece that will surely add value to ones collection of jewels!
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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