$12,360Sale Price|25% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.58ct Yellow Diamond Cluster Ring 18k Two Tone
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning 3 yellow diamonds bezel set ring with two rows of round diamonds and millgrain, EGL certified.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
$6,550Sale Price|24% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.56ctt Fancy Intense Yellow Oval Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
$6,210Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.08ct Fancy Intense Yellow Pear Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,660Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.66ctt Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.44 Carat Transitional Cut Platinum Diamond Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
EGL certificate# US6412301D. 7 round cut diamonds, approx. .20cts Platinum 3.5 grams Top to bottom: 15.5mm Width: 8.3mm Depth: 6.2mm
Diamond, Platinum
Mark Broumand 2.31 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ravishing diamond engagement ring features a lovely 1.01ct princess cut center diamond, EGL certified at F-VS1.
Diamond, Platinum
Certified D Colorless 1.01 Carat Diamond Cushion in Platinum Engagement Ring
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Eytan Brandes crafted a clean and elegant platinum cathedral halo setting to show off this superb, very white, cushion-shaped diamond. The diamond has an EGL mini-certification fr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Center Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 1.01ct Color : F Clarity : SI1 (Clarity Enhanced) EGL: 2056109528 Diamond: 10 round brilliant cut = ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K White Gold Diamond: 1 cushion cut = 1.01ct Color: F Clarity: SI2 EGL: US89497526D Diamond: 44 round brilliant cut = .46cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2 Ring...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$16,800Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Old Mine Diamond Emerald Sapphire Dome Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Revival Year: 2021 Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.92 Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Color: E Clarity: SI1 Additional Gemstones: French & Cali...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
1.34 Carat Pear Diamond Halo Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
The main diamond is EGL certified as a variegated fancy multi colored diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.34ctt Fancy Yellow VS1 Radiant Diamond Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,800Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.71ct Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.40 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant platinum ring centers a sparkling EGL certified old EUropean cut diamond that weighs 2.40ct. graded J-K color with VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
$10,650Sale Price|57% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.52ct Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Radiant Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,940Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.72ctt Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond with Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Pear Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 1 pear cut = 2.26ct Color: E Clarity: SI2 EGL: US62528010D Diamond: 12 round brilliant cut = .48cttw Color: G Clarity: VS1 Ring Si...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
.45 Carat Marquise Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
EGL certified# US64833201D 1 Marquise diamond, approx. total weight .45ct, F, SI1, Depth: 59% Table: 62%. 2 straight baguette cut diamonds, approx. total weight .12cts, G, SI1 Size...
Diamond, Platinum
$18,000Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.42ct Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Diamond Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified fancy intense yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$17,600Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 3.34ctt Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond with Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,750Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.07ct Fancy Intense Yellow VS1 Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, twisted shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,200Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.38ct Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond with Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,600Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.11ct Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,380Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.73ct Fancy Intense Yellow VS1 Diamond Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified fancy intense yellow diamond halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,500Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.66ctt Fancy Yellow Oval Diamond with Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,420Sale Price|25% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.62ct Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Double Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified fancy intense yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,060Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.25ct Fancy Intense Yellow VS1 Radiant Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, twisted shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,200Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.33ctt Fancy Yellow VVS2 Diamond Double Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
By Alexander Beverly Hills 2.33 carats total diamond weight. 1.53 carat radiant Fancy Yellow color and VVS2 clarity diamond, EGL graded.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Impressive Art Deco 2.65 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning platinum engagement ring from the Art Deco era, is centered with a sparkling EGL certified old European cut diamond that weighs 2.65ct. graded J-K color with VS2 clari...
Diamond, Platinum
$10,027Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.57ctt Fancy Yellow Diamond Double Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,780Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.07ct Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.57 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Halo Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
3 stone Halo design diamond engagement ring. EGL certified 1.57ct round center diamond set in a 14k white gold mounting, accented with 2 round cut side diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Peter Suchy 1.01 Carat Three-Stone Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Three-stone diamond engagement ring. EGL certified Old European cut 1.01ct center stone, set in platinum with 2 Old European cut side diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
1.00 Carat Round Baguette Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1.00 carat EGL certified brilliant cut center diamond. 14k yellow and white gold setting with 2 baguette diamonds in a three-stone setting. 1.00ct brilliant cut diamond 6.45 x 6.42...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$7,700Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.68ctt Fancy Intense Yellow Pear Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,430Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.51ctt Fancy Light Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,730Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.02ct Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,600Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.72ctt Fancy Yellow Cushion VS1 Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,805Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.90ctt Fancy Yellow Cushion VS1 Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,730Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.47ctt Fancy Yellow Cushion VS1 Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,660Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.39ctt Fancy Yellow VS1 Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,830Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.01ct Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,140Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.68ctt Fancy Yellow VS2 Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,400Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.23ct Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified fancy intense yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,700Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 1.10ct Princess & Round Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
EGL graded, G color and SI1 clarity. 1 round cut diamond, 0.40 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
.81 Carat Diamond Cushion Cut Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
This diamond is certified EGL. Original Art Deco style handmade Platinum setting. 1 EGL certified .81ct I, SI1 EGL certified (#US18154201) 61.6% depth and 53% table. 10 single cut ...
Diamond, Platinum
$6,510Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.79ctt Fancy Yellow Cushion VS1 Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,900Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.16ctt Fancy Light Yellow Cushion Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$18,900Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.51ct Fancy Yellow Diamond Double Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Beauvince Blossoms Engagement Ring '1.21 Ct Round GSI2 Diamond' in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Center Diamond Shape: Round Center Diamond Weight: 1.21 cts Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: SI2 Certificate: EGL USA 82603523 Side Diamonds Shape: Round Side Diamonds Weight: 0.7...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco 1.16 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made of 18K white gold, this ring centers a sparkling EGL certified old European cut diamond that weighs 1.16ct. and is graded F-G color with SI2 clarity.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$8,750Sale Price|45% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.29ctt Fancy Yellow VS2 Diamond Double Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
.84 Carat Round Baguette Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
The ring itself is handmade in solid platinum. 1 round Diamond .84ct F-G SI1. EGL certificate # US53607201 2 Tapered diamond baguettes approx. weight .08cts Size 5+ Stamped: 950 Pla...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 1.03 Carat D VS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring Comes With EGL Certificate and EGL Appraisal for the center diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
.60 Carat Diamond Blue Sapphire Platinum Dome Triangle Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Set with 8 bright single cut Diamonds and 4 triangular Sapphires halo a transitional EGL certified .50cts diamond. 1 transitional cut Diamond, approx. total weight .50cts, H – I, V...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$10,045Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.21ctt Fancy Yellow VS1 Cushion Diamond Halo Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond with halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold, split shank.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,960Sale Price|30% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.10ctt Fancy Intense Yellow VS2 Oval Diamond Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern EGL certified yellow diamond double halo ring, two-tone 18k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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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