3 Ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & 0.8 Ct Yellow Diamond Ring 18Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Extra Fine Colombian Emerald Ring . Size 7 Finest Colombian emerald and solitaire Yellow Diamonds Ring one can find 3.0 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & 0.60 Ct Yellow Diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Shank Cocktail Ring Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Emerald and Diamonds Ring Weight: 10.22 grams Band Width: 3.5 mm Ornament Dimensions: 15 mm x 13 mm Stamped: 18K Estate Condition: Very good; P...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring. 2.90TCW with Diamond Ring Three Stone Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.25 US, Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Aquamarine, Diamond Stone Cut: Step Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite three-stone aquamarine engagement ring showcases a stunn...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Kwiat Platinum Engagement Ring 3.14ct Emerald Cut & Round Diamonds G VS2 GIA
By Kwiat
Located in New York, NY
Designer: KWIAT Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your elegance with this stunning vintage platinum engagement ring. Featuring a 2.5 carat emerald cut diamond, this pie...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Aquamarine And Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
An estate ring crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with a stunning light blue Aquamarine in the center with a diamond surround. Further accented with marquise cut diamonds on an...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Emerald & 1 Ct Diamond 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring Approximately 4 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate Gold: 14 Karat white gold Weight: 11.68 gm Diamonds: approximate 1.0 Carat 14K stamped Measureme...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Emerald Diamond Tulip Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage emerald & diamond tulip ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Round brilliant cut diamond is estimated 0.03 carats (estimated at L-M color an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine & Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Blue and clear as a Caribbean ocean, this ring features a statement-sized aquamarine framed by twinkling rose cut diamonds. The scrolled gallery rail adds the perfect touch of elegan...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 2.32 Carat Emerald GIA and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Designer Emerald Cut GIA Emerald and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely Emerald-Cut Emerald, weighing approx. 2.32 Carats,...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
7.10 Carat Round Emerald and Baguette Diamond Platinum Vintage 1970s Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Round Emerald and Baguette Diamond Platinum Vintage 1970s Mid Century Modern Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 7.10 Car...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.75 Carats Total Emerald Cut Emerald and Round Diamond 18 Karat Gold Band Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current value. Ring size: 7.25 Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 8.88 grams Natural Emerald: 1.75 ctw Emerald cut: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 5.05 Carat Oval Emerald and Diamond Platinum Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Vintage Oval Emerald and Diamond Platinum Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 5.05 Carat Oval Green Emerald Gemstone. Acc...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald Cut Engagement Ring. GIA 1.80 Carat Diamond Halo Ring Platinum H VS2
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certified Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.8-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Primary Stone Color: H Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 C...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
20.01 Carat Emerald Cut Shape L-SI1 Diamond Platinum Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 20.01 Carat Emerald Cut Shape L-SI1 Diamond Platinum Wedding Ring Style: Wedding Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 20.01 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Color: L Clari...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Emerald Diamond Halo Ring. GIA 2.50ct Emerald Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certified Primary Stone: Emerald Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2.60-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Appro...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Natural 3.5 Ct Emerald Cut Emerald & 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
The 14K Yellow Gold ring, with an approximately 4 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald Cut Emerald and 0.30 Carat Diamond setting, exhibits a classic design.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive oval cut emerald and diamond cocktail ring has been crated in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald and Diamond Crossed Hatch Gold Dome Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! A Statement piece featuring a rounded, high-profile solid Gold silhouette accented with a textured cross-cross pattern embedded with alternating Green Emeralds and ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
Estate 2.75 Carat Emerald 0.44 Carat Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant estate three-stone ring is a refined expression of timeless design and vivid natural beauty.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.5 Carat Heart Shape Colombian Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 3.5 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate with no color enhancement.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring. 1.50ct Emerald Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Emerald Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.50-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Approximately 0.60-Carats Secondary...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1.18 Carat Brazilian Emerald GIA and Diamond Platinum Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Brazilian Emerald GIA and Diamond Platinum Halo Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Octagonal Step-Cut Emerald, weighing a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.23 Carat Asscher Cut and Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 3.23 Carat Asscher Cut J SI2 and Emerald Cut G VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.2 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 6 Color: ...
Diamond, Platinum
New Made 18k Gold Estate Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Ring In very goo
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
đź’Ž New Made 18k Gold Estate Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Ring In very good condition.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
3.5 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and 0.5 Carat Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
3.5 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald & 0.5 Carat Diamond Ring 14 K White Gold Emeralds are very precious , Very Difficult to find and getting more more difficult to find.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
19.61 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: Platinum Gemstones: Aquamarine and diamonds Aquamarine Shape: Emerald cut Aquamarine Quantity: 1 Aquamarine Total Carat Weight: 19.61 CTW Aquamarine Color: Light blue Diamond ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 0.80 Carat Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring In 18 Karat Yellow Gold Size 6.5 A Classic, ring Absolutely gorgeous emerald , Very desirable color , good quality ,c...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.8 Carat Round Colombian Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring, Estate
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring Large 9.8 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, with no color enhancement. 18 K Gold 15 gm Diamonds: approximate 3.2 Carat , Round Emerald: 9.8 Carat...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3.10 F VVS2 Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A tour de force of haute joaillerie, this exquisite emerald cut diamond ring features a mesmerizing 3.10 carat emerald cut diamond certified by the Gemological Institute of America (...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Semi Mount Ring with 1.95ct Emerald Cut Diamonds Fits 11.6x7.3 MM GIA
Located in New York, NY
Vintage and estate condition adds to its distinct charm. Style: Semi Mount Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 0.99 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Color: G Clarity: SI1 Shape: Emerald Cut...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cabochon Sapphire Ring with Diamond & Emerald Accents
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Made of 18k white and yellow gold, the 2.50 carat cabochon sapphire sits atop an artful cluster of faceted emeralds, golden orbs and brilliant diamonds peppered about the landscape. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.15 Carat Emerald and Diamond Platinum Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 2.15 Carat Emerald surrounded by Round and Baguette Diamonds, weig...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Oval Emerald and Diamond Double Halo Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Oval Emerald and Diamond Gold Double Halo Vintage Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set .80 Carat Oval Green Emerald Gemstone. Surrou...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Engagement Ring. 0.90ct Natural Emerald Diamond Baguette Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Emerald Primary Stone Weight: 0.90 Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamond Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.20 Carats Total Secondary Stone C...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.50 Carat Ring. GIA Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Prong I VS2
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certified Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.50-Carat Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Primary Stone Color: I Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 ...
Diamond, Platinum
1.60 Carat Cabochon Emerald and Baguette Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Platinum and Palladium Vintage Statement Ring. Centering a securely Hand set 1.6 Carat Emerald. Surrounded by Hand set 1.00tcw Baguett...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Enamel Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail .75 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Enamel Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail .75 TDW This one of a kind vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold and set with genuine diamonds and green enamel. The eme...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
7 Ct Finest Zambian Emerald Cut Emerald & 1.5Ct Diamond Ring, 18 Kt Gold Size 9
Located in New York, NY
7 Ct Finest Zambian Emerald Cut Emerald & 1.5Ct Diamond Ring, 18 Kt Gold Size 9 This classic ring features an Emerald cut Zambian emerald of extreme fine quality, boasting a desirab...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
4.20 Carat Columbian Emerald GIA and RBD Diamond Platinum Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Oval Columbian Emerald GIA and RBD Diamond Platinum Ring. Center Hand set with a securely nestled 4.20 Carat Oval Columbian Emerald, GIA. Su...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
5.42 Carat Pear Emerald and Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Mid Century Modern Pear Green Emerald and Diamond Platinum Vintage Mid Century Modern Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 5.42 Cara...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 2.05 Carat Emerald and Diamond Platinum Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! 2.05 Carat Emerald-Cut Emerald and Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Art Deco Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 2.05 Carat Emer...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1950s 20.50Ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine and 2.15Ct Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage emerald cut aquamarine and diamond ring has been crafted in platinum.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Engagement Ring with 1.07 Carat Emerald Cut I-VVS2 GIA Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: Elevate your engagement with this vintage platinum ring, featuring a stunning 1.07 carat emerald cut diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Three-Stone Ring 4.10ct Emerald Cut Natural Diamond GIA with Trillions
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Title Platinum Three-Stone Ring 4.10ct Emerald Cut Diamond GIA Certified Trillion Sides Size 6.5 Description One (1) lady’s platinum three-stone diamond ring containing one (1) emer...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4.64 Carat Burma Pink Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A beautiful ring comprising a scarce 3.10 carat oval bubble gum pink sapphire and 1.54 carats of round diamonds around it. Primary Stones: Stunning Natural Sapphire Shape or Cut: Ov...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring. 2.20ct Emerald Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Emerald Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2.20-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Cut: Pear-Shaped Cut Tertiary Stone: Diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 6.68tcw F2 Columbian Emerald GIA and Diamond 3 Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed F2 Columbian Emerald GIA and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 6.68tcw F2 Columbian Emerald GIA. Set...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Emerald Cut Engagement Ring. 0.80 Carat Diamond Halo Ring Platinum H VS2
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certified Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.8-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Primary Stone Color: H Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 C...
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Diamond Ring. 1.40ct Natural Emerald Diamond Accent Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Emerald Primary Stone Weight: Approx 1.40 Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Diamond Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.20 Carats Total Secondary ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring. Baguette Halo Engagement Ring Platinum I VVS1
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certified Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 2.00-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Primary Stone Color: I Color Primary Stone Clarity: VVS1...
Diamond, Platinum
$12,160Sale Price|20% Off
1.50 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful estate engagement ring featuring a large old mine cut diamond, approximately 1.50 carats, with excellent color and clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
2.80 Carat Old European Cut Ring. Diamond Emerald Onyx Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
At the heart of the ring lies a captivating Approx. 2.80-Carats old European cut diamond.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
4Ct Finest Zambian Emerald Cut Emerald & 2.5Ct Diamond Ring, 18 Kt Gold Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
4Ct Finest Zambian Emerald Cut Emerald & 2.5Ct Diamond Ring, 18 Kt Gold Size 6.5 This classic ring features an Emerald cut Zambian emerald of extreme fine quality, boasting a desira...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate Diamond and Sapphire Cluster Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This sparkling cluster ring features an emerald-cut diamond center stone, GH color and VS clarity, surrounded by a halo of calibrated blue sapphires. Additional sapphires adorn the s...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.05 Carat Emerald and Diamond Gold Vintage Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! 1.02 Carat Emerald and Diamond Gold Vintage Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 1.02 Carat Emerald, surrounded by Diamonds, weighing appr...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald And Diamond Halo Ring. 1ct Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Emerald Primary Stone Weight: Approx 1-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stone: Diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Approx 0.70-Carats Secondary Stone Cut...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
GIA 4.29ct Emerald Cut & Trapezoids 3 Stone Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive GIA 4.29ctw Emerald Cut Trilogy Diamond Engagement Anniversary Platinum Ring This Impressive ring will take your breath away!
Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy 1.55 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond wedding band ring. Five beautiful well cut, well matched emerald step cut diamonds from a 1920's estate set in a simple platinum setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.75 Carat Black Opal, Emerald and Diamond Platinum Navette Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant Finely detailed Black Opal, Emerald and Diamond Platinum Vintage Navette Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 1.75 Carat Black Opal. Surroun...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
COCKTAIL Ring With 6.00 Cts Emerald-Cut Amethyst Tsavorite and Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
This is a bold, highly stylized estate cocktail ring crafted in solid 18K white gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White 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.Â
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs. Â
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.Â
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.Â
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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