Emerald shield ring. Platinum Shield Ring Emerald Cabochon and Diamond wide band
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Art Deco Shield Ring. Emerald cabochon and Diamond bezel set into Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald shield ring. Platinum Shield Ring Emerald Cabochon and Diamond wide band
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Art Deco Shield Ring. Emerald cabochon and Diamond bezel set into Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Emerald & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Antique Emerald & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum This antique ring is crafted in 900 platinum and features green emeralds totaling 0.40ctw, arranged in a shield-style design wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Emerald & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Antique Emerald & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum This antique ring is crafted in 900 platinum and features a striking shield-style design with richly colored green emeralds tot...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Rare 1940s Diamond and Emerald Ring in Palladium 1.83 E - VS1 Shield Cut
Located in Wailea, HI
Rare 1940's Diamond and Emerald Ring in Palladium 1.83 E - VS1 Shield Cut One Shield Cut Diamond weighing 1.83 carats [E - VS1] GIA certed Fourteen Single Cut Cut Diamonds weighing ...
White Diamond, Emerald, Palladium
Vintage H. Stern 50’s Modernist 19K Shield Citrine Emerald Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A superb vintage 1950s modernist ring by H. Stern, handcrafted in 19K yellow gold and centered by an exceptionally cut citrine of approximately 20 carats. The citrine is the defining...
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.60 Carat Emerald and 1.30 Carat Shield cut Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold with an AGTA certified Zambian Emerald weighing 7.60 carats and a pair of accenting Shield cut side Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.30 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Certified 4.91ctw Fine Quality Emerald & Diamond Shield French Pave Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* Art Deco Style 4.91ctw Fine Quality Zambian Emerald & Diamond Octagon Shield French Pave Ring in 18k Two-Tone Gold Add the influence of the Art Deco Era to your fine jewelry col...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Platinum, Art Deco Style, Emerald & Diamond Oval Shield Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Emerald & Diamond Ring Platinum Tested Circa 2000 This stunning ring is designed in a deco style and is sure to catch the eye of anyone who sees it. The centrepiece is a rectangu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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18K Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Interwoven Shield Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18K yellow gold and features 72 round-cut emeralds weighing 2.92 carats. It also features 150 round cut diamonds weighing 1.15 carats. With a clarity grade of (S...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Green Emerald & Diamond Antique Style Halo Shield White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Enchanting white gold emerald and diamond halo ring epitomizes the distinct elegance delightful features of Art Deco style jewelry. Set with oval shaped emerald at its center, the ri...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Green Emerald & Diamond Vintage Style Filigree 14K White Gold Shield Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Featuring a 0.12 carat emerald at the center and an ornate, vintage inspired design, this ring is fit for any outfit. The colorful center stone is accent by sparkling round cut white...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Marquise Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Marquise Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring. This gorgeous antique shield ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond & Green Emerald Art Deco Style Shield Shape 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The elaborate design of this Art Deco era inspired ring is a masterful work of art. A central diamond in bezel setting is surrounded by sparking round diamonds and emeralds accent se...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Green Zambian Emerald & Diamond Black Onyx White Gold Shield Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking and intriguing jewel, indeed. This big, bold, and colorful Art Deco style ring highlights a gorgeous gleaming emerald center stone, framed in a sparkling octagonal halo of...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Shape Green Emerald Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Shield White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond Art Deco Style Dinner Ring features a stunning 2.1 carat emerald at the center, surrounded by sparkling diamonds that enhance its vibrant green hue...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Two Stone Oval Shape Green Emerald Diamond Pave Halo Shield 14K White Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Elegant and Timeless. Set with Natural Oval Green Emeralds. Accented by Sparkling White Diamonds. 14K White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Green Emerald Bezel Halo Set Art Deco Style Shield 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A truly stunning Art Deco style ring! An amazing 1.00 carat (approx.) round cut diamond radiates from within bezel setting, fancifully outlined by bright lively green French cut emer...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond French Cut Halo Set Green Emerald Shield White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This stunning halo ring sparkles in features a round 4.7 mm. diamond at the center with French cut and diamond in beautiful halo designs. Adorn yourself with an Art Deco inspired jew...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond & Green Emerald Three Stone White Gold Shield Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A seamless vertical flash of sparkle is created by three round cut central diamonds – in this superlative and utterly impressive Art Deco style dinner ring. The scintillating trio ar...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire & Diamond Vintage Style Filigree 14K Yellow Gold Shield Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Featuring a 0.12 carat emerald at the center and an ornate, vintage inspired design, this ring is fit for any outfit. The colorful center stone is accent by sparkling round cut white...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcrafted Hamsa Shield Ring in 14KT Gold with Multi-Gemstones & Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Product Specifications Metal: 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight: 6.633g Total Diamond Weight: 0.42ct Emerald Weight: 0.15ct Sapphire Weight: 0.30ct Tourmaline Weight: 0.19ct Design Style:...
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold, ...
Art Deco Revival 3 Carat Aquamarine Sapphire Elongated Shield Cocktail Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This spectacular cocktail ring dazzles like no other. The center elongated aquamarine of 3.16 carats is exquisitely cut to bring out a sparkling sea-blue surrounded by beams of rich ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Emerald Diamond Marquise Shield Ring
Located in London, England
A stunning Art Deco style platinum ring featuring a central marquise cut diamond estimated as 0.54 carats F/G colour and Vs clarity set in a two claw setting in the middle of a shiel...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diamond Emerald Gold Shield Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique design, this shield ring centers a 0.30 carat cabochon emerald, bezel set.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.85 Carats, Natural Shield Cut Zambian Emerald & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful Emerald Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1.27 Carats, Natural Zambian Shield Shaped Emerald & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and chic, Emerald Engagement / Wedding Ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
3.49 Carat Emerald Shield Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A beautiful and classic three stone ring with an oval faceted emerald flanked by a pair of shield shaped diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.55ct Shield Shape Brazilian Emerald Baguette Diamond 14K Gold Ring AD2118-3
By Aurora Designer
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Solid 14K yellow gold ring set with a large shield-shaped Brazilian emerald in the center, and baguette diamonds on the band ♥ US Size 7.25 (Free resizing) ♥ Band width: 2.1mm ...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.39Ct. Emerald, Shield and Baguette Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A finely designed and finely crafted 7 (seven) stone ring. At the center adorns a magnificent green Emerald weighing 6.39 carats, flanked by 2 (two) shield cut diamonds weighing 1.00...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald & Shield Cut Diamond Platinum/Gold Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Classic emerald ring, with a 2.95 carat intense green center stone, flanked by shield shaped diamonds.
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique GIA 1.95 Carat Shield Cut Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Scroll Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Certificate: GIA #6234404033 Center Stone: Shield Cut Emerald Weight: Approximately 1.95 Carat Origin: Russia Treatment(s): F2 Accent Stone: 4 Old Mine Cut Diamonds Weight: Approx...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut & Shield Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Geometric forms delight in this modern ring. A beautiful Emerald Cut Diamond weighing 5.14 carats is flanked by two Shield Cut baguettes.
Diamond, Platinum
3.16 Carat Cushion Emerald and Shield Diamond Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The emerald exhibits intense, grassy green color, weighing 3.16 carats. It is flanked by a pair of shield-shaped white diamonds that one must look closely at to appreciate, as they c...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Stunning Platinum shield ring with diamonds and emeralds. Item #R0466 Metal: Platinum Weight: 6.2 Grams Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.85 cts Diamond Color: H Diamond C...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Colombian Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
An incredible Antique Art Deco Platinum Rose Cut and Sapphire Shield Ring. It features gorgeous domed rose cuts that are white and clean. A truly amazing piece. #R0607 Metal: Plati...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring. This beautiful shield ring has old european cut diamonds set in a beautiful art deco mounting with synth...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Shield Ring with Emerald Cut Diamond
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k white gold Diamond: round and emerald cut = 2.00cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1-2 Size: 7.25 Weight: 8.94 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Marquise Carre Cut Diamond Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Marquise Carre Cut Diamond Emerald Shield Ring. This beautiful Antique Art Deco old cut marquise and emerald shield ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cushion Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Art Deco shield ring with an Old European cushion cut diamond center. Item #R0500 Metal: Platinum Weight: 5.1 Grams Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.75 cts Cente...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful antique shield ring with old european cut diamonds and emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Estate Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Floral Shield Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This 18 karat yellow gold ring epitomizes luxury, elegance, and fun! This large impressive ring features a center approximately 0.19 carat round bezel-set rich green emerald accompa...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring. This gorgeous shield ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Cushion Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Art Deco shield ring with an Old European cushion cut diamond center. Item #R0500 Metal: Platinum Weight: 5.1 Grams Center Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.75 cts Cente...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Shield Emerald Cut Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handcrafted in 18k gold*, this spectacular one of a kind Faye Kim diamond shield emerald cut ring is certain to be a conversation starter.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold and Platinum Old Cut Diamond Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Gold and Platinum Old Cut Diamond Emerald Shield Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian shield ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and platinum top.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Estate Platinum and 14K Art Deco Style Diamond and Emerald Shield Style Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate platinum and 14K Art Deco diamond and emerald shield style ring. Showcasing one Old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.57 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Platinum
2.78 Ct Emerald Cut Tanzanite White Diamond Cocktail Shield Ring 14K White Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
A stunning 2.78 Carat Emerald Cut Tanzanite is framed by dazzling round white diamonds totaling 2.22 Carats. A beautiful and chic design for colored jewelry lovers everywhere! Mater...
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Carre Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring - Size 6 3/4
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Carre Cut Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring - Size 6 3/4. This incredible shield ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Filigree 18 Karat White Gold Shield Ring with Emerald Accents
Located in Addison, TX
Description: Here we have a classic Art Deco long shield style ring with filigree diamonds and emerald accents.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
No Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Shield Ring in 18 Karat with GIA and AGL
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 10.07 carat Colombian emerald square emerald cut with no oil with 2.48 carats of good quality white diamond shield cut stones (1.11 ct G VS1 and 1.37 ct H VS1).
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Multi Sapphires Cocktail Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.27 Carat Diamond 0.14ct Emerald Onyx Shield Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a gorgeous design shield ring crafted in 18K yellow gold. The piece features: - onyx - 41 pcs. brilliant cut diamonds: TW 0.27ct, RW-W, VS-SI - 10 pcs. square step cut emera...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold, 1.28 carats Zambian Emerald & Pear Diamond Toi et Moi Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Emerald Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Cut Pear and Carre Cut Diamond Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Cut Pear and Carre Cut Diamond Shield Ring. This incredible shield ring has an old cut pear shape diamond in the center surrounded by amazing ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
11 Carat Mughal Cut Vivid Green Emerald & 16 Carat Vivid Red Ruby 18k Old Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A minutely hand carved old Mughal era vivid green emerald weighing 11 carat is set along with 16 carat of vivid red ruby in this gorgeous looking antique ring. A total of 1.60 carat ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style Antique Platinum and 14 Karat Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Art Deco style antique platinum and 14K yellow gold emerald and diamond shield ring. Centering one Old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.57 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
0.92ctw Muli-Gemstone 14K Yellow Gold Shield Statement Ring Size 10.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamond- Total Carats - .015 ct Cut - Round Color - I Clarity - SI2 - Natural Ruby - Total Carats - 0.20 ct Cut - Round Color - Reddish Purple Treat...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold,...
Circa 1900's Victorian Two Tone 18K Vintage Navette Shape Open Work Shield Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This Victorian piece is full of color, and is classically designed for its era. The simple smooth shanks hold the elongated Navette shape, surrounding the design are rose cut diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1940s Diamond and Emerald Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
14 Karat White Gold Filigree Shield Ring Full of Intense and Delicate Filigree Scroll Design Features Diamonds and Emeralds Fits Ring Size 7, Resizable Center Diamond Details: Tra...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
1990s 1.2 Carat Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Shield Ring
By Effy
Located in Hicksville, NY
The ring has a beautiful contrast with the yellow gold on the white diamonds and green emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
IGI and GIA Certified 10.81 Carat Green Emerald Shield Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite IGI certified 10.81 Carat Green Emerald Ring set with 2 shield cut diamonds certified by GIA
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring. This incredible ring has two bright green old cut cushion emeralds above and below a bright white old eu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.08 Carat Shield Cut Diamond 0.84 Carat Emerald Platinum Two-Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Old materials combined with new design ingeniously realized to create this singular ring. Featuring a mixed shield cut diamond that is H-I color, SI2 clarity perfectly paired with a ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Vintage 10k White Gold Diamond Emerald Antique Small Shield Ring
Located in Addison, TX
The final details are the scalloped design rounding out the whole small oval shield ring. The pop of emerald green is a true eye catcher.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Antique Victorian Emerald Diamond Shield Cluster Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
shape, and set with old cut diamonds around a central emerald. Very strange to see an asymetrical cluster ring from this period, but it's quite lovely.
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mociun Shield Step Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One-of-a-kind solitaire Modified shield step cut white diamond weighs 3.22ct(I/SI2) Modified bezel & flat prong setting Square wire shank measures 1.7mm Set in 18k yellow gold Al...
Diamond, 18k 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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