1.00 Carat Vivid G. Emerald & Fancy Yellow Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
Embraced by meticulously arranged baguette-cut diamonds in 18K white gold, the overall design draws inspiration from Art Deco influences, creating a harmonious balance between geomet...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified D Color SI1 0.90 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Dossier Number 6431207381 Ring Comes With GIA Certificate. Beautiful Handmade Art Deco Inspired GIA Certified Elongated Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
No Heat Burma Sapphire Diamond Ring. GIA 0.80ct Sapphire Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Burma Sapphire Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.80-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Certificate: GIA Secondary Stone: Sapphire Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 0....
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sophia D. 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold ring with emerald cut diamonds and round diamonds. Sophia D has been known world-wide for over 40 years because of its rich history of design and quality craftsmansh...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14k Gold GIA Round Diamond Solitaire W/ Emerald Hand Engraved Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
It is further adorned with baguette cut emeralds that slightly graduate in size and are neatly channel set along the sides of the shank, displaying an absolutely gorgeous, vivid gree...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Halo Ring. 3.20ct Aquamarine Ring Platinum Accent
Located in New York, NY
Flanking the aquamarine, two baguette-cut diamonds add a touch of Art Deco sophistication, seamlessly blending with the overall design.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Burma Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring. 0.80ct Unheated Sapphire Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A striking platinum ring showcasing an approximately 0.80 carat emerald cut sapphire, certified as no-heat, and set in a refined bezel setting. The center stone is framed by a bold d...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$11,440Sale Price|20% Off
Aquamarine and Sapphire Halo Ring. 7.6ct Aquamarine Diamond Accent Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Art Deco-style ring is a true masterpiece, showcasing a breathtaking approx. 7.60-carat emerald-cut aquamarine at its center.
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
1980s Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1980s Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring. The Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring was made in the 1980s. An emerald cut royal blue sapphire is the highlight of...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Ring. GIA 1.20ct Mozambique Ruby Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a stunning approx. 1.20-carat emerald-cut elongated ruby, bezel-set to highlight its rich, vibrant hue. Encircling the center stone is a dazzling halo o...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.15 CT Natural Diamond Emerald Cut 18K Yellow Gold Half Eternity Band Pinky Men
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bandwidth is 3.5 MM. The height on top is 5.0 MM. Ring Size: 8.5 Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Weight: 10.1 Grams of solid gold Diamond: Approximately 2.15 Carat Total Weight of ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Sophia D. 2.07 Carat Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This engagement platinum ring has a center stone that weighs a total of 2.07 carat. Surrounded and accentuated with baguette cut and square diamonds that is approximately 0.84 carats...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified .90 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7.95 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 5.3 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # 2205147324 Shape: Circular Brilliant Carat Weight: .90 ca...
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond flanked solitaire ring, English, 1976.
Located in London, GB
Diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut diamond, G colour, VS1 clarity with a weight of 2.57 carats in an open back claw setting, flanked by six r...
Diamond, Platinum
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
3.5ct Natural Pear-Cut Emerald & Diamond Double Halo Pendant in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Vivid Majesty. Art Deco Grandeur. A Jewel of Timeless Elegance. Commanding in presence yet delicate in detail, this exquisite statement pendant features an approx. 3.5ct natural pea...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$272,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.01 Carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center stone is flanked by tapered baguette-cut diamonds that enhance its geometric precision and lend a subtle Art Deco flair.
Diamond, Platinum
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Deep Blue Sapphire Ring.1.60ct Rectangular Sapphire Diamond Engagement Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6 US, Resizable Color: H Color Clarity: VS2 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Sapphire Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite geometric engagement ring show...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
5.40 Carat Pink Tourmaline 1.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage pink tourmaline ring has been crafted in platinum. The Art Deco cut-cornered rectangular design is ornamented with a feature collet set 5....
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.04 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Platinum center emerald cut diamond weighing 6.04 carat with color and clarity being L, VVS2 surrounded with baguette diamonds weighing 0.85 carat and small diamonds 0.27 carat engag...
Diamond, Platinum
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
Mozambique Ruby Engagement Ring. GIA 1.20ct Ruby 0.40ct Diamond Halo Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Ruby Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.20-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.40-Carats Secondary Stone Cu...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.36 Carat Natural Blue Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 3.36 Carat Natural Blue Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring 1942 GIA report number: 5232757190 Sapphire: 3.36 carat natural blue Sri Lanka (Ceylon) sapphire Dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 0.70ct Diamond and Sapphire Target Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful vintage octagonal target ring dates back to the 1960s. It features an emerald diamond at its centre, weighing 0.70 carat. Graded highly at F in colour and VS2 in clari...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sapphire Engagement Ring. 1.60ct Natural Rectangular Sapphire Diamond Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6 US, Resizable Color: H Color Clarity: VS2 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Sapphire Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite geometric engagement ring show...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
11.33 Carat Assher Statement Blue Sapphire 18K Gold Grand Palais Radiance Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 11.33 carats, baguette, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Royal Blue Sapp...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
$33,000
Platinum Three Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classically Art Deco three stone diamond ring is crafted in solid Platinum depicting filigreed profiles.
Diamond, Platinum
Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A timeless vintage-inspired engagement ring showcasing a square-cut sapphire at its heart, glowing with deep, regal allure. Four brilliant diamonds grace the band, adding a balanced ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ring natural 15ct Aquamarine solid 18K Gold Ø 6.75 US / 7.2 gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with plain shoulders, decorated with claw set natural emerald cut Aquamarine of light Blue color with tint of Green, measuring 16.5mm x 12.75mm x 8....
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Oscar Heyman Diamond and Ruby Ring in Platinum
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Wailea, HI
Elevate Your Style with the Oscar Heyman Diamond and Ruby Ring in Platinum 💍 Indulge in the epitome of luxury with our spectacular Oscar Heyman creation, crafted by the most esteem...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.14 Untreated Blue Sapphire Emerald Cut 100% eye clean
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Set in luxurious platinum, the center stone is accented by two tapered baguette-cut diamonds of F color and VVS clarity, adding sophisticated sparkle and a refined Art Deco touch.
Sapphire, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$3,000 / item
2.5 Carat Tourmaline Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14k yellow gold Stone: Green Tourmaline Stone Quality: VVS Stone Size: 9mm x 7mm Stone Weight: 2.5 carat Accent Stones: Baguette Diamonds Diamond Color and Clarity: G+, VS Dia...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
$6,104Sale Price|20% Off
5.65 carat Aquamarine 1.70 carat Sapphires 0.89 carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
Elegant platinum ring in Art Deco style, featuring a stunning central aquamarine and a combination of baguette and brilliant-cut sapphires and diamonds.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Natural Diamonds 0.49 carats 18KT White Gold Multi Shape Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Beautifully Created for any occasion. Astounding elegance and astonishing shine emanate from every facet of this incredibly beautiful. Fashioned in a fabulous 2 Multi Shape cluster ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Swirl Natural Diamond Bypass Statement Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This open wrap diamond ring features two opposing emerald-cut natural diamonds...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamonds 0.50 carats 18KT White Gold Multi Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Astounding elegance and astonishing shine emanate from every facet of this incredibly beautiful. Fashioned in a fabulous 2 cluster illusion, this ring incorporates Baguette, Marquise...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamonds 1.25 carats 18KT White Gold Multi Shape Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Beautifully Created for any occasion. Astounding elegance and astonishing shine emanate from every facet of this incredibly beautiful. Fashioned in a fabulous 3 Multi Shape cluster ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.02 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional engagement ring features a GIA certified 4.02 carat old european cut diamond, set in platinum for a look of pure sophistication. The step cut of the center stone rev...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Natural Ruby & Diamond Half Eternity Band in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This architectural statement ring features a bold row of emerald-cut natural ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage AGL Certified 6.80 Carat No Heat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This platinum ring features a 6.80 carat AGL certified Emerald cut Blue Sapphire of Thai origin with no heat treatment, as well as 6 baguette cut diamonds and 12 round cut diamonds. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Gin & Grace 14K White Gold Genuine Blue Sapphire Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 7x5 Emerald-Cut (1 pcs) 1.07 carat Blue Sapphire and 3.5x2 Ba...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.81 Carat Detachable Two-Piece Toi Et Moi Ring in 18K White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
A two-piece detachable engagement ring in 18k solid gold. Each band contains a GIA-certified center stone and can be stacked or worn in unison. Featuring 3.81 carats of natural diamo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lab Diamond Ring Solid 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry Stackable Dainty Handmade Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This piece is a classic, three-stone lab diamond or canary diamond engagement ring featuring a sophisticated Art Deco-inspired silhouette. Details:- Item Code :- LRIMJOS-016 Materia...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.5 CTW Blue Sapphire SI/H Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.5 CTW Blue Sapphire SI/H Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 18 Karat White Gold features emerald cut blue sapphire gemstone in center with baguette and round cut diamond halo around it and ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite 3.15 Carat Chrome Tourmaline Ring in 18K White Gold – Luxury Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare 3.15 Carat Chrome Tourmaline Ring in 18K White Gold – An Exceptional Gift by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Presenting a rare and exquisite 3.15-carat Chrome Tourmaline emerald...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, 1...
Estate Sapphire Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Unusual Art Deco style ring set in 18k white Gold featuring a 1.35 ct Emerald-cut Sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
1.00 Carat Aqua Sapphire Diamond Halo White Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald cut aqua Art Deco cocktail style ring. 1.00 Blue center Aqua with 12 baguette and 10 round diamonds. 1 rectangular blue aquamarine, VS approx. 1.00ct 12 baguette dark blue s...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry GIA Certified 23.16 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
.; 2.04 cts. Tapered Baguette Color/Clarity: FY VS1; I, VS2 Certifications: GIA Size: 6.5 Creator: Spectra Fine Jewelry Metal: Platinum Weight: 15.23 grams Period: 2022 Condition: Ne...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.12 Carat Fancy Yellow VS1 Radiant Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified natural 4.12 carat radiant cut fancy yellow diamond in 18K white gold Art Deco-inspired channel setting with baguette diamond halo and double-row baguette cut diamond s...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy 1.70 Carat GIA Cert Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Set into an Art Deco style simple Platinum ring with trapezoid and baguette diamond in the Peter Suchy Workshop PSD. 1 Emerald cut diamond, approx. total weight 1.70cts, I, VVS2, GI...
Diamond, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Three Stone GIA 2.77 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
For the old world, timeless, Edwardian/Art Deco lover this is the ring for you! Very bright, fiery, and vibrant stone that will mesmerize anyone.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim Platinum 3.65cts Indicolite Tourmaline Diamond Ring, size 7.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Designer Faye Kim set this spectacular Emerald Cut Indicolite Tourmaline in platinum and flanked it with two diamond baguettes in an open bezel setting that showcases the stone's ric...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Platinum
New Yellow Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Our opinion : A yellow sapphire ring with perfectly cut diamonds and lines reminiscent of Art Deco rings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
1.05 Carat Old European Cut Diamond with Ruby Statement Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
1.05 Carat Old European Cut Diamond with Ruby Statement Ring in 18 Karat Gold This articulate contemporary old mutual/European cut diamond solitaire and unusual cut pigeon blood rub...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.36 Ct No Heat Certified Madagascar Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Understated, classy, wearable, sophisticate, five stone design, perfect for engagement or any mean to celebrate in life, vintage elegant Art Deco Style Expertly hand crafted of solid...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified Fancy Yellow, Pink and White Diamond Ring in Platinum 950 & 18K
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Ring. This exquisite piece is meticulously crafted with a remarkable blend of Platinum 950 and 18K White Gold, ensuring both durability...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA 5.37 Carat Green Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Art Deco green sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified octagon shape 5.37ct rich green sapphire mounted in platinum three-stone setting with 2 straight baguette ac...
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
$3,800 / item
Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands
Located in New York, NY
A Selection of Vintage Eternity Bands from our varied collection.. The cuts include French cut, baguette and round and are good quality. The TiffanySapphire shown is comprised of F...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
$2,500 / item
W 0.32 in L 1.26 in
18 Karat Gold Channel Set Emerald Baguette Diamond Linear Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold channel set emerald baguette diamond linear pendant necklace The enchanting pendant with the natural emeralds incorporated within an equivalent layer of micro pave set...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
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Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.