Hancocks 0.68ct Colombian Emerald Ring with Tapered Baguette Diamond Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful emerald and diamond ring by Hancocks, centred on a lovely rich and deeply saturated
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Hancocks- 2.74ct Lozenge Shaped Emerald Ring Kite Diamond Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful lozenge-shape emerald and diamond ring by Hancocks, centred with a step-cut lozenge
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold
Hancocks 3.19ct D IF Emerald Cut Diamond Ring Baguette Diamond Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A stunning emerald-cut diamond ring by Hancocks, centred on a beautifully bright finest quality
Diamond, Platinum
$3,880Sale Price|27% Off
Platinum GIA 2.15ctw Gorgeous Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Shoulders Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
inquiries) Ring Width: 8.1mm (0.32") (at the emerald north to south), 2.4mm (bottom of the shank) Ring
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Hancocks 1.83ct Colombian Emerald Ring in 18ct Gold Baguette Diamond Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful emerald and diamond ring by Hancocks, centred on a lovely rich and deeply saturated
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$10,113Sale Price|25% Off
Certified Lucere - Modified Emerald 1.03ct Diamond Ring with Diamond Shoulders
Located in London, GB
Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary sparkle of this Lucere® Cut diamond ring, a design
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$2,398Sale Price|27% Off
Platinum Oval Emerald Solitaire w/ Baguette Diamond Shoulder Accents Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Rich Deep Green Color - 7.55 x
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Rectangle Emerald Cut Red Rhodolite & Diamond Step Shoulder 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
design diamonds set shoulders. With a total 12 diamonds, this exquisite ring is a wonderful addition to
Diamond, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Green Emerald and Diamond Halo Rolex Shoulders Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 8.75 Total Weight: 7.1 Grams Diamond
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Purple Violet Amethyst & Diamond Shoulder 14K White Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
shoulders. The style of this ring is classically Art Deco. 14K Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Square Emerald with Diamond Stepped Shoulder Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Make a bold statement with this Square Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Stepped Shoulder
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
22 Carat Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline Ring w/Diamond Shoulders Set in Platinum
Located in Palm Beach, FL
white diamond shoulders, makes this striking ring a unique jewel. The center stone is a beautifully
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Hancocks Colombian Emerald Ring in Platinum Calibre Step-Cut Diamond Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
An elegant emerald and diamond ring by Hancocks set horizontally to the centre with an emerald-cut
Retro Aquamarine, Diamond, and Platinum Cocktail Ring with Scrolled Shoulders
Located in New York, NY
A Retro aquamarine and diamond cocktail ring centered by a step-cut aquamarine and flanked by
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Blue Topaz & Black Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Step Shoulder White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Step Shoulder Ring. This stunning piece features a captivating emerald cut blue topaz, artfully prong
Diamond, Onyx, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.05ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond Shoulders in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A captivating 1.05ct Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring. This ring is a true embodiment
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Faberge 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Fluted Ring with Diamond Shoulders
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Fluted Ring features an oval green emerald centre stone, with pavé set white diamonds, set in 18 karat
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Replica Emerald and Diamond Staged Shoulder Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
exquisite and colourful addition to any outfit. Emerald Details: Cut: Emerald Carat: 0.81ct Diamond
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18ct Rose & White Gold 2.41ct Emerald Cut Cognac Diamond & Diamond Shoulder Ring
Located in Brisbane, QLD
Handmade 18ct Rose & White Gold 5 stone style 2.41ct Emerald Cut Cognac Diamond centre with an
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Platinum Set 1.81 Carat Emerald Cut with Triangle Diamond Shoulders Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco design 1.81ct emerald cut centre stone with triangle shaped diamonds either side platinum
Diamond
Fancy Yellow Diamond Emerald Cut 1.01 Baguette Shoulder Engagement Ring 18k Gold
Located in London, GB
An Elegant Step Cut Yellow Diamond Ring The Principal Diamond Set In 18K Yellow Gold Four Claw
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Step Emerald Cut White Diamond Engagement Baguette Shoulders J VS 1.60 TW Ring
Located in London, GB
A Step Cut Bright White Diamond With Baguette Cut Channel Set Shoulder Diamonds Total weight of
Diamond, 18k Gold
Fabergé Colours of Love Yellow Gold Emerald Fluted Ring with Diamond Shoulders
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Ring with diamond set shoulders, features an oval 7x5mm Zambian emerald centre stone, with pavé-set
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Fabergé 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Fluted Ring with Diamond Shoulders, US Clients
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
availability in your region. This Fabergé Yellow Gold Emerald Fluted Ring features an oval green emerald
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Fabergé 18K Yellow Gold Oval Emerald Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders, US Clients
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
availability in your region. Fabergé Emerald Yellow Gold Fluted Ring with diamond set shoulders, features an
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Peridot Ring with Diamond Set Shoulder in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
: Emerald Cut Carat: 2.30ct Diamond Details: Cut: Baguette Cut Carat: 0.25ct Clarity: VS2 Colour: H Ring
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
Hancocks 2.34ct F VS2 Vintage Emerald-Cut Diamond with Emerald Shoulders Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful diamond and emerald ring by Hancocks set to the centre with a lovely old Vintage
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Hancocks 6.24 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Bullet Diamond Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
6.75, can be adjusted to your own finger size 5.9 grams An elegant emerald cut diamond ring by
Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 1.40 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
grams A beautiful emerald cut diamond and platinum ring by Hancocks, the elegant ring set to the centre
Diamond, Platinum
Certified 3.20ct Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Baguette Shoulders in Platinum
Located in London, England
A beautiful certified emerald cut diamond ring set in platinum. The ring is centrally set with an
Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks Unusual Horizontally Set 1.75ct Emerald-Cut Ruby Ring Diamond Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
An unusual ruby and diamond ring by Hancocks horizontally set with a rectangular step-cut unheated
Diamond, Ruby
6.70ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald Diamonds Ring 14kt Split Shank Dub Shoulder
Located in New York, NY
Split Shank Vivid Green. 6.70ct. Natural Emerald Ring Emerald cut Brilliant 11 x 9.7mm
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.50 Carat J VS2 Emerald-Cut Diamond Set in Diamond Shoulder Ring by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful emerald-cut diamond ring by Hancocks set with a finest quality emerald-cut diamond
White Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal
Emerald Cut Amethyst and Diamond Shoulder Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
sparkle at both sides and shoulders. The style of this ring is classically Art Deco. Ring Information
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.66 Carat D IF Emerald-Cut Diamond Set in Diamond Shoulder Ring by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage emerald-cut diamond ring by Hancocks set with a finest quality vintage emerald
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal
Art Deco Emerald-Cut 'Golconda' Diamond Ring with Graduated Sapphire Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
An exceptional Art Deco diamond and sapphire ring c.1920, the ring centred on a stunning emerald
Sapphire, Platinum
1.3 Ct. Emerald Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Shoulder Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The Emerald, Ruby, and Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Shoulder Ring showcases a stunning 1.3 carat
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.20 Carat Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
faceted cut emerald. The ring shoulders are each ornamented with two collet set baguette cut diamonds
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Hessonite Garnet in Platinum Solitaire Ring with Pavé Diamond Shoulders
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
diamonds on the shoulders. The diamonds are of fair quality, and we estimate the total diamond weight to
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Hessonite, Platinum
1.03ct Emerald Cut Emerald Ring with Baguette Cut Diamond Shoulders in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Diamonds, one on either shoulder to really frame the centre stone. This ring has been fully crafted in
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Diamond Baguette Cut Shoulders in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
clear Emerald Cut Diamond centre. It weighs 0.52ct in the centre with Tapered Baguette Cut Shoulders
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Cut Tanzanite Solitaire Ring, Diamond Shoulders, 18ct White Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A beautiful tanzanite and diamond ring perfect for an engagement ring or dress ring for the petite
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, White Gold
1.40ct Emerald and 0.95ct Diamond Cluster Ring in Platinum with Diamond Shoulder
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
of the ring in claw settings with normal and natural Emerald flaws. The ten Diamonds fully circle and
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1980s Vintage Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring, 18 Carat Gold, Diamonds Shoulders
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A vintage ring from the 1980s set with a cluster of emeralds, four oval emeralds surrounding a
Black Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Modern Art Deco Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, Tapered Baguette Diamond Shoulders
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A diamond single stone ring set with an emerald cut diamond approx. 0.72ct and with colour and
Diamond, 14k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Marquise Halo Cluster Ring and Diamond Shoulders 18ct Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
sparkly ring. Diamond Details: Cut: Modern Brilliant Cut Carat: 0.33ct total Emerald Details: Cut: Oval
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
1.30ct Emerald and 0.90ct Diamond Cluster Ring in Platinum with Diamond Shoulder
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
modern brilliant cut diamonds sparkling throughout. The Oval cut Emerald sits in the centre of the ring
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
5.90 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamaring Ring, Diamond Shoulders, Hallmarked Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A mesmerising aquamarine and diamond ring in a classic and elegant design with a 5.90 carat
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Halo Cluster Ring and Diamond Shoulders in Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This ring features a beautiful and bright Emerald in the centre weighing 0.37ct with a halo
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 0.75ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring with Shoulders in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This lovely contemporary Emerald and Diamond ring has been crafted with a 0.75ct mesmerising green
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.01ct Emerald Cut Diamond Dress Ring with 4 0.96ct Shoulder Diamonds by Musson
Located in SYDNEY, AU
: R32727. The ring features a central emerald cut diamond framed by a graduating set of tapered step cut
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Inspired Emerald Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders and Platinum Band
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
An Art Deco style emerald and diamond ring created in our own workshops. Set with an emerald cut
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Style 2.80 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring with Diamond Shoulders
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A beautiful pale to medium blue, emerald cut aquamarine simply and elegantly set in a white four
Aquamarine, Emerald, Platinum
1.26ct Emerald Ring with Baguette Cut Diamond Shoulders in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This ring features and holds a very mesmerising green Emerald in the centre. The Emerald itself is
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring, Baguette Diamond Shoulders, Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Art Deco Style aquamarine and diamond ring set with an emerald cut aquamarine of mid-blue colour in
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Blue Sapphire Emerald Cut 2ct Trapezoid Diamond Shoulders .50ct 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
weight by formula within the limitations of the setting the width of the shoulders diamond edge to
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Aquamarine 1.01ct 18k Gold White Diamond Halo Pave Shoulders Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A Step Cut Aquamarine With A White Diamond Halo Surround and Diamond Shoulders Set with a Deep
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style 2.50ct Tanzanite and Diamond Shoulder Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
: Total 0.15ct Tanzanite Details: Cut: Emerald Cut Carat: 2.50ct Ring Size: UK N 1/2 or US 7 Condition
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Aquamarine Ring with Diamond Shoulders and Platinum Band in Art Deco Style
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
An Art Deco style aquamarine and diamond set ring An emerald cut, medium blue aquamarine
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style Contemporary 2.10ct Peridot Ring with Diamond Shoulders in Plat
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This ring is featuring a beautiful vibrant bright Emerald cut Peridot gemstone weighing 2.10ct in a
Diamond, Peridot, Platinum
5.20 Carat Natural Zambian Emerald Ring, Baguette Cut, VS Diamond Shoulders
By Millbrook Gallery Ltd
Located in Preston, Lancashire
This outstanding natural Zambian Emerald diamond ring surmounted with a 4.50-carat square octagon
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald Cut Yellow Sapphire with Baguette Cut Diamond Shoulders Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This ring is featuring a beautiful vibrant Emerald cut Yellow Sapphire gemstone weighing 2.10ct in
Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Cartier Old Baguette Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Cartier Old Baguette Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring. This unbelievable Cartier ring is crafted in platinum. There is an elongated baguette cut diamond i...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cartier Panthere Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond Set Watch
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A ladies yellow gold Panthere wristwatch. Featuring a silver dial with roman numerals, a secret signature at X, a blued steel sword-shaped hands and a yellow gold diamond set bezel. ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$42,612Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond and Platinum Brooch by Cartier, Circa 1900
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A diamond and platinum brooch by Cartier, circa 1900. This elegant brooch by Cartier dates from the turn of the last century and is in beautiful condition for its age. The brooch t...
Diamond, Platinum
$504,256Sale Price|20% Off
11.89 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond I/VS1 GIA Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Absolutely stunning and certainly impressive 11 carat diamond engagement ring! This baby is made to stop traffic and leave everyone in awe! Trust our word this is a ring that will le...
Diamond, Platinum
$19,960Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Art Deco Style Sugarloaf Emerald and Diamond Ring Engagement Ring
By Gold Adore
Located in San Francisco, CA
I am seriously in LOVE with this ring. It might just be my favorite ring yet. Crafted in Platinum, the design features an amazing gemstone center, flanked by French Cut Diamonds, and...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Dalben Magnificent Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 10,35 carat bezel-set oval shape magnificent Coober Pedy Australian crystal opal . This wonderful Australian Opal have a kal...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Natural Pink Heart Stud Diamond Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth avenue, The focal point of these magnificent earrings feature 2 heart shape natural Fancy light Pink diamo...
Pink Diamond
Important Cushion Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An incredible piece! 75.50 carats of beautiful Intense to Vivid Blue cushion cut sapphires, including a 17.48 carat cushion cut drop. 45.13 carats of diamonds, all set in platinum...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Colombian Emerald 14.00 carats and Diamond Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rectangular emerald-cut natural Colombian emerald with minor oil in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1...
Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number of elegant foliate scroll motifs, com...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
$9,100Sale Price / item|30% Off
Custom made 3.50ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy style Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Custom made classic trilogy style ring. 3ct emerald flanked with 0.50ct emerald cuts either side equalling 1ct of diamonds total. Comes with full valuation certificate and made to yo...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara by Skinner & Co
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara/necklace by Skinner & Co, the five principal old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of 2 carats, each rub over millegrain-set to...
Diamond, Platinum
Hancocks 2.01carat Rare Vintage Carre Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Description An elegant step cut diamond ring by Hancocks, set to the centre with a beautiful vintage Carré cut diamond weighing 2.01cts and of D colour and VVS1 clarity in double cor...
Diamond, Platinum
No Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
No Oil Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval mixed cut natural Colombian emerald, with no oil, in an open back claw setting with a weight of 9.65 car...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
ART DECO 1930 Cocktail Ring in Platinum with 6.12cts Australian Opal & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring with Australian opal. Exceptionally beautiful ring, created during the iconic period of the art deco, back in the 1930. This colorful ring personify the deco period...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
11 Ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An 11.51 ct old mine cut Ceylon sapphire of a vivid blue color is set in a modern platinum and diamond ring. The diamonds are bright white and clean: F-G color, VS clarity. Total dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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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