HM London 1970 Irish Claddagh Hand Clasping Heart Ring, size 10
Located in Baltimore, MD
The Irish Claddagh ring is a traditional Irish ring originating from the fishing village of Galway and part of a motif of rings called Fede rings, Italian for "faith", or mani in fed...
9k Gold
Late 20th Century Waterford Crystal Ribbed Ring Dish Heart Shape Starburst Base
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Miami, FL
Late 20th Century Waterford Crystal Ireland Heart Shaped Ring Holder, Ring Dish, Waterford Lead Crystal Wedding Gift Idea.
Crystal
Antique Sterling Silver Potato Dish Ring by Weir & Sons, Dublin, 1932
By Weir & Sons Dublin
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional antique Irish sterling silver dish ring* has a circular waisted form.
Sterling Silver
Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Studded Irish Claddagh Ring
Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW
This is a rather special Claddagh Ring (known traditionally as the Irish Wedding Ring) made from 9 carat Yellow Gold because it feature a Diamond of good quality as its centrepiece.
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
7ct. Pear Shaped Black Opal and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Dublin, IE
A colourful Black Opal Pear shaped stone is 7ct. (22.5X11mm) The Opal is surrounded by 19 Diamonds with a total Diamond weight of 2.03ct. The ring is handmade in 18K yellow gold wit...
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold
Vintage Irish Claddagh Ring Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Love Jewelry Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed emerald & diamond Irish Claddagh ring crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9k Yellow Gold Irish Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 9K Yellow Gold Irish Claddagh Ring Size 7.25 Beautifully designed 9K yellow gold ring!
Yellow Gold
Antique 1980s Gold and Silver Diamond Snake Ring, Ireland, Size 7
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This amazing ring comes out of Ireland and is both Gold and Silver and studded with Diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Irish Claddagh Ring Size 6 #15618
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring This beautiful ring is set in 14K yellow gold. Ring is a size 6 Front of the ring is approx. 19.5 x 12.4 x 2.4 mm Shank is approx. 1.7 mm Stamped 1...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Claddagh Diamond Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow gold (stamped SD 14 585 IRELAND) Claddagh ring bead set with four single cut diamonds approximately 0.06 carat total weight with matching I/J color and S1/SI2 cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Retro 6 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond, 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
1950s Aquamarine Ring - 14 Karat White Gold, Aquamarine, Diamonds Features: Originally purchased in Dublin, Ireland 6.0 Carat, emerald step-cut, very clear, light blue Aquamarine 4-...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
10K Gold Irish Claddagh Ring.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
10K gold Irish Claddagh ring. Size: 6 (Please inquire if you need size adjusted).
Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring Size 10.75- The traditional Irish Claddagh ring is a symbol of friendship, love and loyalty.
Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring Size 11.25- The traditional Irish Claddagh ring is symbol of friendship, love, and loyalty.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
9 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring Size 7.25- The traditional Irish Claddagh ring is a symbol of friendship, love and loyalty.
Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring Size 7.75- The traditional Irish Claddagh ring is a symbol of friendship, love, and loyalty.
Yellow Gold
9K Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring Size 7 #22755
Located in Washington Depot, CT
9K Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring An Irish tradition, beautifully reimagined in 9K gold.
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Claddagh Ring Size 6 The traditional Irish Claddagh Ring is a symbol of friendship, loyalty and love.
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1 in W 1.75 in D 1.75 in
Antique Vintage Set Six Celtic Irish Sterling Dublin Silver Napkin Rings
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptionally fine set of six Irish sterling silver dinner napkin rings of outstanding quality and good heavy gauge.
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 0.12 in W 1.45 in L 1.76 in
Dublin Ireland Sterling Silver Stirrup Napkin Ring Holders Set Of 6 #24491
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Dublin Ireland Sterling Silver Stirrup Napkin Holders Set Of 6 - These vintage set of six sterling silver stirrup napkin ring holders features a sculptural stirrup profile on each p...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
These claddagh rings are a traditional Irish ring which represents love, loyalty, and friendship.
Diamond, Gold
14K White Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Claddagh Ring This traditional Irish ring is the perfect gift for a friend or partner!
14k Gold, White Gold
Made in Dublin Ireland Sterling Silver Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver Claddagh band ring, made in Dublin, Ireland. Size 8 3/4 The traditional Irish Claddagh ring is a symbol of friendship, love and loyalty.
Sterling Silver
9 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring Size 8.5. This traditional Irish Claddagh ring is a symbol of friendship, love and loyalty.
Yellow Gold
Men's Yellow Gold Claddagh Heart Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Irish Claddagh Ring Featuring A 0.05 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Of VS Clarity & H Color.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring Size 5.75- The traditional Irish Claddagh ring is a symbol of friendship, love, and loyalty.
Yellow Gold
10 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring Size 6- The traditional Irish Claddagh ring is a symbol of friendship, love, and loyalty.
Yellow Gold
Vintage Men's Schenley Silver Blarney Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
It has an inscription inside, with compliments from Schenley, the old American distillery company in Pennsylvania. The ring has an Irish shamrock design, and is stamped Sterling insi...
Classic Claddagh Crowned Heart in Hands, Fede 14k Yellow Gold Ring, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
With these hands I give you my heart and crown it with my love - Old Irish saying Claddagh rings have been popular since the 1700's as a classic symbol of love and affection.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 3 in W 8.75 in D 5.5 in
Antique Vintage Cased Set Six Celtic Irish Sterling Dublin Silver Napkin Rings
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An exceptionally fine boxed set of six irish sterling silver cased dinner napkin rings of outstanding quality and good heavy gauge.
Sterling Silver
9 Carat Yellow Gold Irish Claddagh Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
The vintage Irish Claddagh Ring is forged in 9ct yellow gold & features the infamous hands holding the heart, an Irish symbolism for love & hope.
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Erin Go Bragh Agate and 9 Carat Gold Intaglio Seal Signet Ring Ireland Forever
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning 9 carat gold and white agate ring. SIZE ; N 1/2 UK, 6 3/4 US 10mm x 14mm rectangular shaped stone with intaglio seal engraved. The design is of the moto Erin Go Bragh in f...
9k Gold
Antique Ladies Hunter Elgin 4 Color Gold Pocket Watch and 18k Gold Chain
By Elgin
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Antique 14k four color gold hunter case pocket watch made by the Elgin Company around 1908 (based on movement serial # 13333340) features an elaborately decorated 14 c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,850 / item
W 0.27 in L 17 in
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald and ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dr...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Silver & Gold 2.74ct Old European Diamond Dormeuse Earrings
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
A pair of antique, Early 20th Century, silver and gold two-stone old European diamond dormeuse earrings. This earring style has become so popular lately that it's becoming harder to ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$656Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Signet Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring, Signet Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any o...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
$959Sale Price / item|44% Off
Flower Ring in 14 Karat Gold, Sapphire, Garnet and Chrome Diopsides Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Flower Ring in 14 Karat Gold, Sapphire, Garnet and Chrome Diopsides Ring. Floral design gold ring. Young girl ring. Danity flower ring. Material: 14 karat gold (you can choose colo...
Sapphire, Garnet, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold
$6,475
H 1.66 in W 1.58 in Dm 1.7 in
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady's Hunting Watch W/ Chain by Waltham Watch Co. 1888
By American Waltham Watch Co.
Located in New York, NY
This striking antique 14K Yellow Gold Lady’s Hunting Watch w/Fob by Waltham Watch Co. 1888 retains its original gold case, movement and dial work, an exquisite addition to a collecti...
14k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Heart Padlock Pendant, Bracelet Charm Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold Padlock 9ct Rose Gold circa 1910s Stamped 9ct This stunning vintage heart padlock is crafted from 9ct rose gold. This versatile piece can be worn as a pendant or u...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18ct Gold Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Stud Earrings 18ct Yellow & White Gold Beautiful Little Rub Over Set Diamond Stud Earrings. Set with Old European Cut Diamonds from an Old Antique Brooch. Total...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,000
W 0.99 in D 0.75 in L 2.09 in
1676 Friedrich von Arenstorff Intaglio Fob wax Seal Rock Crystal Silver
Located in SE
Unique 17th century fob pendant in silver mount with 3 seals carved in solid rock crystal,in original wood and leather case box that used to belong to Friedrich von Arensdorff (1626–...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver
18ct Gold & Platinum 1920s Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Rectangular Plaque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1920s This exquisite art deco ring features a fabulous and intricate open-work design with a centre bezel-set Old European C...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Ancient Roman Garnet Intaglio Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A museum quality ancient Roman gold ring, circa 400 AD. This hollow ring is bezel-set with a garnet intaglio of Hippocamp – a fish-tailed horse that was considered the horse of Pose...
Extremely Rare, Georgian Turquoise and Diamond Fede Ring, circa 1750
Located in London, GB
Extremely Rare, Georgian turquoise and diamond fede ring. Composed of two joined hands set with sixty four round cabochon turquoises in closed back grain settings with an approximate...
Diamond, Turquoise
An 18th century gold gimmel ring
Located in London, GB
An 18th century gold gimmel ring, consisting of three separate hoops linked together so they can fit together unnoticeably as one, embellished with two interlocking hands pulled apar...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond Emerald Fede Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fede ring featuring a trio of a ruby, diamond and an emerald. A Fede ring is a name for a ring featuring clasped hands symbolizing love, friendship or ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Claddagh Ring 10k Love Loyalty Frienship
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 3 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Theme: Claddagh, Love Loyalty Frienship, Irish Symbol Measurements Face Height (north to south): 11/32" (8.4...
10k Gold, Yellow 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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