Vintage Green Tourmaline Ring
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Derby, NY
Vintage Green Tourmaline Ring The centerpiece of this ring is a gorgeous emerald cut, 5.3 carat
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern More Rings
Tourmaline, Gold
Vintage Green Tourmaline Ring
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Derby, NY
Vintage Green Tourmaline Ring The centerpiece of this ring is a gorgeous emerald cut, 5.3 carat
Tourmaline, Gold
Estate Pink and Green Tourmaline Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful estate ring featuring approximately 4.00 carats of oval green tourmaline and deep pink
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.50 Carat Green Tourmaline Jadeite Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful and finely detailed Cocktail Ring, center securely set with a 14.50 Carat Green
Diamond, Jade, Tourmaline, Platinum
18.63 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Solitaire Ring. Centering a Hand set securely nestled 18.63 Carat Green Tourmaline, surrounded by Diamonds
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Green and Pink Tourmaline Ring Yellow Gold Antique Estate
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent original Green and Pink Tourmaline Ring in 10 Karat Yellow Gold. The central
Tourmaline, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Natural Green Chrome Tourmaline and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This estate cocktail ring is designed around a natural green cushion-cut chrome tourmaline
Diamond, Chrome Tourmaline, Platinum
Green Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Solitaire Engagement Ring centering a Green Tourmaline, approx. 0.45 carat; enhanced with
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
1.40ct Green Tourmaline Ring Sz 6.5 Estate 14k Gold Stacking Band Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary green tourmaline ring crafted in 14k yellow gold. Faceted elongated cushion
Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 7.50 Carat Green Tourmaline Cabochon and Pave' Diamond Ring in 18K YG
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Pinky Ring METAL / MATERIAL: 18 KT Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: Estate CENTER
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$3,580Sale Price|42% Off
Vintage 14k White Gold 2.06ct Green Tourmaline Diamond Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vivid green tourmaline set in a ravishing diamond embedded white gold setting. The 2.06 carat
Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cindy Royce Green Tourmaline Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1980s
By Cindy Royce
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Cindy Royce Green Tourmaline Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1980. * The Cindy
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Green Tourmaline Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum Estate Heavy 5.7
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Vintage Green Tourmaline Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum Estate Heavy 5.7ct Estate What a
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Vintage Bi-color Tourmaline Diamond Ring Platinum Pink Green Watermelon HEAVY
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Vintage Bicolor Tourmaline Diamond Ring Platinum Estate Pink Green Watermelon This incredible
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Estate 18K Gold Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Diamond Pave Modernist Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 18k gold ring Circa 1960 10.7 x 7mm green tourmaline set east west prong set ~3 carat Very
Diamond, 18k Gold
Green Tourmaline Milgraine Diamond Estate Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Diamond Estate Ring 18kt. white gold 8mm Green Tourmaline 12 Rounds Diamonds set around center Green
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
6.13 Carat Green Tourmaline and Diamond Ring Modern Estate
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
with uncomplicated design. The major oval faceted green tourmaline exhibits gorgeous color that cannot
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
13.65 Carat Green Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and finely detailed Emerald-cut Forest Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cocktail Ring, center
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Green Tourmaline Carved Cameo and Diamond Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful and finely detailed Tourmaline, subtly Hand carved Lady's face, securely nestled
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Green Tourmaline Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 6.00 ct. green tourmaline emerald cut in a handmade 14k yellow gold mounting. Ring size
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Estate Tiffany & Company Green Tourmaline and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 8.80 ct. green tourmaline oval with 1.30 ct. good quality, white, and bright diamond
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
29 Carat Green Tourmaline and Solitaire Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum Estate
Located in New York, NY
29+ Carat Green Tourmaline and 1.98 Ct solitaire Diamond Cocktail Ring Platinum Estate A classic
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Alex Sepkus Estate 3.66 Carat Green Tourmaline Little Windows 18k Ring
By Alex Sepkus
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage, original Alex Sepkus tourmaline ring from the Little Windows collection, was crafted
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Tourmaline Diamond Princess Cocktail Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage princess cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut green
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate GIA Cert Paraiba Green Tourmaline Cushion Halo Ring 14K Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
For sale is a stunning GIA Certified Paraiba Green Tourmaline Cushion Halo Ring! Showcasing 1
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Gemstone Dome Ring 14 Karat Gold Pink Green Tourmaline Diamond Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
of centrally mounted emerald cut green tourmalines measures 6mm x 4mm (each) and total an estimated 3
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Tourmaline Diamond Ring Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage green tourmaline & diamond cocktail ring (circa 1980s to 1990s) crafted in 14 karat
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Pink Tourmaline Diamond Band Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pink & green tourmaline diamond band, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut green
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Kabana Green Tourmaline, Opal, and White Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By Kabana
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate Kabana ring with green tourmaline, blue opal, and white diamond rounds. Handmade
White Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
8.70 Carat Olive Green Tourmaline Ring Estate 18 Karat Gold Large Oval Elliott
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish estate olive green tourmaline cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Mixed cut
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Green Tourmaline Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This tourmaline and diamond engagement ring boasts a fascinating green tone, glowing with an
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Sea Foam Green Tourmaline Diamond Ring Sz 6.5 14k White Gold Fine Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary green tourmaline & diamond ring crafted in 14k white gold (circa 2000s
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate Pink Kunzite Cushion, Green Tourmaline Round, and White Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate 15.62ct Pink Kunzite Cushion & 2.30ctw Green Tourmaline Round 18K Yellow Gold 17.00gr Ring
Estate Green Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut and White Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate 7.32ct Green Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut & 0.22ctw White Diamond Round PT900 9.50gr Ring
Peridot Green Tourmaline Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Peridot green tourmaline and diamond 18 karat gold cocktail ring circa 1970. The design features an
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Oval Blue-Green Tourmaline Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A rare and captivating blue-green (Indicolite) tourmaline gemstone engagement ring. The classic
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Green Tourmaline Polychrome Enamel Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Green tourmaline and polychrome enamel yellow gold ring circa 1990. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-DJ21C
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Estate Green Tourmaline Oval and White Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate 5.38ct Green Tourmaline Oval & 0.48ctw Diamond Round & Oval PT900 & 18K Yellow Gold 9.00gr
Vintage Sea Foam Green Tourmaline & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Centered by a mesmerizing sea foam green tourmaline, this round gemstone engagement ring is an
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Grand 1960s Green Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
initial. This estate green tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring remains in excellent condition. Ring
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
1970s Brutalist 3.65 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Richly textured, 14 karat yellow gold, Brutalist design, mid century 1970s estate cocktail ring
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.60 Ct Green Tourmaline & Multi-Color Diamond Ring in 18kt White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Offered here is an estate green tourmaline & multi-color diamond ring in 18kt White Gold
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.6 Carat Pear Cut Green Tourmaline and Diamond Yellow Gold Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Fabulous 14 karat yellow gold mid-century estate cocktail ring features 14 prong set, pear cut
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3 Carat Green Tourmaline and Diamond 18k Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Centered by a captivating, vivid mint green tourmaline, this alluring gemstone engagement ring
18k Gold
Estate Green Tourmaline and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Centered by a rich, deeply saturated forest green tourmaline, this oval gemstone engagement ring is
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.00 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Green Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, center securely hand set with an
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
12.26 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
12.26 Carat Rectangular-cut Green Tourmaline and enhanced with Baguette Diamonds on either side, approx
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Estate Green Tourmaline and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 7.68 ct. green tourmaline oval with 1.16 ct. good quality, white, and bright diamond
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
1.57ct Estate Vintage Green Tourmaline Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A Beautiful and Elegant Estate Green Tourmaline and Diamond Ring with 1.02ct Natural Step cut Green
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Huge Vintage Green Tourmaline Ring 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Jewelry Estate Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
Unique and stylish vintage green tourmaline cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. A
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Tourmaline Small Cocktail Ring Vintage 18 Karat Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage small cocktail ring, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Emerald cut green
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow Diamond Green Tourmaline Three-Stone Ring 18 Karat Gold Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage three stone yellow diamond & green tourmaline ring, crafted in 18 karat
Yellow Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Cats Eye Indicolite Blue Green Tourmaline Cabochon Diamond Ring 12.02
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An exceptionally well made ring crafted in heavy 18K yellow gold and centered by a high-top
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Green Tourmaline Diamond Gold Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
approximately 0.50 carat. Estate green tourmaline and diamond Art Deco ring circa 1930. RING SIZE: 5 1/2, can
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Estate Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut and White Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate 8.61ct Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut & 0.47ctw White Diamond Round Platinum Ring Size 7
1950s Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1950s Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring. The Emerald Cut Green Tourmaline is mounted in
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Serpent Ring
By Bulgari
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Bulgari green tourmaline and yellow gold snake ring circa 1990. Love it because it caught your eye
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Green Tourmaline Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This gorgeous estate ring from the 1960's features a rectangular cut green tourmaline gemstone
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Nouveau green tourmaline and yellow gold ring circa 1905. We are here to connect you with
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue-Green Tourmaline and Asscher-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Blue-Green Tourmaline and Asscher-Cut Diamond Ring It is widely known that tourmalines come in
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum
Bulgari Green Pink Tourmaline Yellow Gold Snake Ring
By Bulgari
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Bulgari green and pink tourmaline yellow gold snake ring circa 1990. Clear and concise information
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Tourmaline and Diamond Estate Ring
Located in DALLAS, TX
14k yellow gold 3.25 carat green tourmaline with 1.32 carat total weight G Vs round brilliant
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.15 Carat Green Tourmaline Oval & Diamond Cocktail Estate Ring in Platinum
Located in Edina, MN
refined taste. This radiant ring boasts a mesmerizing modified oval cut high-grade natural green
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$5,488Sale Price|45% Off
NWT $9, 979 Rare 18KT Fancy Large Gorgeous Kunzite Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Large Fancy Kunzite Ring. Ring is comprised of A LARGE Gorgeous Fancy Kunzite surrounded by a Beautiful Halo ...
Diamond, Kunzite, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Crushed Wide Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold crushed wide band ring. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 18.4 Carats Green Tourmaline 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautiful, clear, light-ish green 13 x 17 mm oval tourmaline is held in an ultimately simple organic hammered setting and shank in this classic organic look. This is a luminous, a...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
5.65 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.65 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: US$7000.00 Center Emerald Cut Emerald Weight is: Approx. 4.50Ct (transparent) Emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
35.87 Grams Large Oval Link Bracelet in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic bracelet, showcasing large oval links made of solid 18K yellow gold weighing 35.87 grams and approximately 8.5 inches in length. Perfect accessory to complete any outfit.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Watch Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona Design Collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 18" long Albert watch link chain necklace. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design an...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,784 / item
Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring....
Garnet, 14k Gold
4.29 Carat Pink Tourmaline Turquoise Malachite Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Dazzle and inspire with this remarkable 4.29 carat tourmaline cocktail ring, a sparkling tribute to the beauty of precious gems. At its heart sits a stunning 4.29-carat pink tourmali...
Diamond, Malachite, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Paperclip Link Chain Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 6 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
New & trendy paperclip link chain crafted in 14K White gold. Comes in different MM size, Length and Gold Color. Email for more details. Italian fashion pendants available. Ema...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
7.71 Carat Exquisite Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.71 Carats Exquisite Natural Aquamarine and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Aquamarine Weight is: Approx. 6.21 Carats Aquamarine Measures: Approx. 14.12 x 10.80mm...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Giant Tourmaline and Green Sapphire Beaded Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Add a mesmerizing touch to any outfit with this giant graduated pink tourmaline beaded necklace in 14K solid yellow gold. This handmade necklace is made with a mixture of the finest ...
Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Syna Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 7 carats approx. Diamonds 0.04 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Draw...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Very few gems dazzle quite in the manner that tourmaline does — vintage and antique tourmaline jewelry is a showstopper, and you can blame this on its wide range of spectacular colors. In fact, when Dutch traders brought stones back home from Sri Lanka that they couldn't identify, they called them "toramalli," a Sinhalese term for "mixed gems."
If you could transform the ocean to a gem, this is what it would look like: a clear, translucent azure, bordering on turquoise, hypnotizing in its depth and sparkling in the sun.
There is, in fact, such a stone, although it comes from deep in the copper-rich mountains of Paraíba, Brazil, and not from the oceans along its coast. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraíba tourmaline, a kind of tourmaline discovered only in the 1980s, is treasured as much for its extraordinary color as its scarcity, both of which contribute to its high value.
While diamonds generally sell for about $6,000 per carat, a carat of Paraíba tourmaline is likely to fetch about $16,000. Fans of the gem are said to include singer Taylor Swift and actress Zooey Deschanel, as well as some of the finest jewelers.
“No other stone can have a color as magnetic and captivating as Paraíba tourmaline,” says Vania Leles of VanLeles Diamonds, who combines the stone with diamonds and other gems in several of her designs.
You don't have to stop at Paraíba tourmaline jewelry — on 1stDibs, find the most extraordinary antique and vintage tourmaline rings, tourmaline and diamond earrings and other accessories.
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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