Estate Italian Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Elegant 18k white Gold, Ruby and Diamond cluster Ring. It is set in the center with a Bright oval-cut Natural Ruby weighing ,80 carats of extraordinary color and clarity, flanked by...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful Ruby Diamond Three Stone Ring, featuring three rich oval cut rubies with a scintillating halo of round brilliant cut diamonds Mede in Italy, circa 1990s CONDITION: Pre-ow...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate Sapphire Ruby Diamond Infinity Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This impressive cross over ring is mid-century Superior in all aspects this ring has been extremely well hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold Beautifully designed in fascinating You & Me...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Diamond Ruby Ring. Round Brilliant Diamond Ruby Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Designed to be worn and cherished for a lifetime, this remarkable Ruby Halo engagement ring is currently a size 8.25 and can be resized to any finger size at no additional cost.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$6,080Sale Price|20% Off
1 Carat Ruby Engagement Ring. Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.25 US, Resizable Metal: Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold 18k Primary Stone: Ruby Primary Stone Weight: Approx 1.10ct Primary Stone Cut: Oval Cut Stone: Diamond, Ruby Secondar...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond And Ruby Ring. 0.50ct Diamond Ruby Double Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Whether worn as an engagement ring or a distinguished addition to a fine jewelry collection, it embodies both luxury and individuality.
Diamond, Ruby, 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
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
1.50 Carat Ruby Engagement Ring. Oval Ruby Old Mine Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 US, Resizable Metal: Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Cut: Oval Cut Primary Stone Weight: Approx 1.60ct Secondary Stone: Diamond Second...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Estate 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring - VHK#302A
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring - VHK#302A Item Details: Year: 1970s Ring Size: (Sizable) 5.5 Metal Type: 14k yellow gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 8.6 grams Dia...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring. 1.6ct Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite gemstone ring showcases a natural, oval-cut ruby weighing approximately 1.60-carats, elegantly set in an 18k yellow gold bezel. The deep red hue of the ruby is beautif...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Ruby Halo Engagement Ring. 0.70ct Round Brilliant Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 8.25 US, Resizable Color: I Color Clarity: VS2 Metal: Platinum Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Primary Stone Weight: Approx 0.70ct Ruby Stone...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$4,720Sale Price|20% Off
Heart Engagement Ring. 0.80ct Heart Shape Diamond Ruby Accent Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx 0.80 Carats Primary Stone Color: J Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS1 Clarity Secondary Stones: Ruby, Diamond Secondary Stone Weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Estate 2.75 Carat Vintage Ruby Diamond Ring Platinum and 18K
Located in Brunswick, ME
This distinguished vintage ruby ring presents a 2.43-carat natural ruby of pinkish-red hue in an elegant oval cut, complemented by two baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0....
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
0.50ct Diamond and Ruby Halo Ring. Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.75 US, Resizable Color: J Color Clarity: VS1 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite ring showcases a striking appro...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring. GIA 1.20ct Old European Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certified Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx 1.20-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: F Color Primary Stone Clarity: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$5,440Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring. GIA 0.50ct Asscher Diamond Halo Ring Platinum VS2
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.5-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Asscher Cut Primary Stone Color: J Color Primary Stone Clarity: VS2 Clarity Secondary Stone: Rubie...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond, Ruby, & Yellow Sapphire Vintage Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An exquisite engagement ring featuring a central round diamond, expertly cut and set to capture light with brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Engagement Ring. Antique Ruby and Diamond 6 Stone 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 9 US, Resizable Color: J Color Overall Clarity: SI1-SI2 Overall Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Old European Cut, Round Cut Style: Victorian Th...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,560Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring. GIA 1.4ct Old Euro Halo Ring Platinum 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certificate Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Carat: Approx. 1.4-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: L Color Primary Stone Clarity: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Diamond And Ruby Engagement Ring. GIA 1.60ct Euro Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.60-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: J Color Primary Stone Clarity: SI1 Clarity Secondary Stone:...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$17,680Sale Price|20% Off
1.50 Carat Engagement Ring. Old European Diamond Ruby Halo Ring Platinum K VS1
Located in New York, NY
Whether worn as an engagement ring or statement piece, its timeless beauty and striking ruby halo make it truly unforgettable.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Heirloom Engagement Ring. Antique Ruby and Diamond 6 Stone 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 9 US, Resizable Color: J Color Overall Clarity: SI1-SI2 Overall Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Old European Cut, Round Cut Style: Victorian Th...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,560Sale Price|20% Off
Old European Cut Engagement Ring. GIA 1.40ct Diamond Ruby Floral Halo Ring L VS1
Located in New York, NY
Certification: GIA Certificate Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Carat: Approx. 1.4-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: L Color Primary Stone Clarity: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.25 Carat Burma Ruby Engagement Ring Solitaire Pigeon Blood Red
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Beaumont natural ruby engagement ring is centered by a vivid, pigeon blood red oval ruby certified by the Gemological Institute of America.
Ruby, Platinum
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Toi Et Moi Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This ruby and diamond engagement ring is both gorgeous and groovy!
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Gold and Platinum English Ruby and Old Mine Diamond Ring - VHK#999
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 18K Gold and Platinum English Ruby and Old Mine Diamond Ring - VHK#999 Item Details: Year: 1900s Ring Size: 5.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18K Gold and Platinum [Hallmarked, and T...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby and Pearl Harem Ring - Size 7 1/2
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby and Pearl Harem Ring - Size 7 1/2. This gorgeous Vintage estate diamond, ruby and pearl harem ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Levian Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring - VHK#449B
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Levian Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring - VHK#449B Item Details: Year: 1990s Ring Size: 7 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18k [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 8.9 grams ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Burma Ruby Ring. AGL 12.90ct Cushion Cut Rare Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Approx 12.90 Carats Stone Cut: Cushion Cut Stone: Rare Natural Burma Ruby Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Prong Set Ring Metal: Platinum Ring Size: 6.75 US...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$22,880Sale Price|20% Off
No Heat Burma Ruby Ring. AGL 1.40ct Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Certification: AGL Certificate Primary Stone: Burma Ruby Primary Stone Carat: Approx. 1.4-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Primary Stone Color: F Color Primary Stone Cl...
Diamond, Ruby, 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
$22,880Sale Price|20% Off
AGL Burma Ruby Halo Ring. 1.40ct Unheated Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Manufacturer: Cartier Certification: AGL Certificate Primary Stone: Burma Ruby Primary Stone Carat: Approx. 1.4-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Primary Stone Color: F ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
12.50 Carat Burma Ruby Ring. Rare Natural Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Approx 12.90 Carats Stone Cut: Cushion Cut Stone: Ruby Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Prong Set Ring Metal: Platinum Ring Size: 6.75 US, Resizable A tru...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Aquamarine and Ruby Ring. 1.60ct Round Aquamarine Ruby Side Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 7 US, Resizable Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Aquamarine, Ruby Stone Cut: Round Cut Style: Art Deco Width Of Band: 2.17mm This striking geometric ring features a cap...
Aquamarine, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
18k Gold Aquamarine and Ruby Ring. 1.60ct Round Aquamarine Baguette Ruby Side
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 7 US, Resizable Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Aquamarine, Ruby Stone Cut: Round Cut Style: Art Deco Width Of Band: 2.17mm This striking geometric ring features a cap...
Ruby, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$17,680Sale Price|20% Off
Old European Cut Halo Ring. 1.50ct Diamond French Ruby Halo Ring Platinum K VS1
Located in New York, NY
Whether worn as an engagement ring or statement piece, its timeless beauty and striking ruby halo make it truly unforgettable.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$28,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby Art Deco Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This no heat ruby engagement ring is quite the beauty and one of the rarer treasures in our collection.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 3.41 Carat GIA No Heat Burma Ruby Ring Mounted by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A ravishing natural ruby and diamond Cartier Art Deco engagement ring.
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
Three Stone Ruby Engagement Ring. 0.70TCW Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Oval Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite three-stone ring showcases a trio of vibrant oval-cut rubies, elegantly set in an east-west...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.48 Carat Certified Untreated Ruby Engagement Solitaire Ring Platinum
Located in Brunswick, ME
A classic natural ruby engagement ring estate. Set with one cushion-shaped old cut natural untreated ruby in a prong setting open back with a weight of 2.48 carats.
Ruby, Platinum
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Ruby Engagement Ring. Cushion Ruby Diamond 3 Stone Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Whether intended as a unique engagement ring, a meaningful anniversary gift, or a cherished addition to a fine jewelry collection, this piece offers both historical significance and ...
Diamond, Ruby
Ruby Engagement Ring. Oval Cut Ruby Three Stone Diamond Accent Ring Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Ruby Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.70-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Oval Cut Jewelry Type: Cocktail Ring Jewelry Style: Three Stone Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6.7...
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring. Diamond Cluster Ring Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Whether worn as an heirloom, engagement ring, or an exquisite addition to a fine jewelry collection, this Edwardian masterpiece exudes elegance and timeless beauty.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Edwardian Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring. Diamond Cluster Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Whether worn as an heirloom, engagement ring, or an exquisite addition to a fine jewelry collection, this Edwardian masterpiece exudes elegance and timeless beauty.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Ruby Three Stone Ring. 0.70TCW Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Halo Engagement Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Oval Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite three-stone ring showcases a trio of vibrant oval-cut rubies, elegantly set in an east-west...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Unavailable|$13,494
Platinum 1.75 Carat Diamond and Ruby Estate Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum 1.75 CT Diamond and Ruby Estate Engagement Ring Metal: Platinum Finger Size: 6.5 Gram Weight: 7.1 Diamond Carat Weight: 1.75 CT Diamond color: I-J Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Dia...
Unavailable|$4,740
Estate 14k Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful ruby and diamond ring! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this ring features a square-shaped centerpiece, which is encrusted with French cut rubies, which are tension-set. Each ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$3,950
GRT JEWELS Estate Indian 22k Ruby Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful ruby ring from jeweler, GRT Jewels! Crafted in vibrant 22k yellow gold, the front of this ring features a single oval-cut faceted ruby. The bezel-set stone displays a vib...
Ruby, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$5,150
Estate Platinum GIA Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite ruby and diamond ring! Crafted in platinum, this ring features a central oval-cut Burmese ruby. The ruby has a carat weight of 1.02ct, is held within a four-prong settin...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Unavailable|$4,790
ANJANEY JEWELRY 22k Estate Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A one-of-a-kind ring by Indian designer, Anjaney Jewelry! Crafted in vibrant 22k yellow gold, this ring features a snowflake-shaped centerpiece, which is encrusted with colorful ston...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,500
Estate 18 Karat Gold Ruby 'GIA Certified' and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Composition: 18K gold and platinum Stones: • 1 natural oval cut Ruby that weighs 0.86ctw. • 14 Old mine cut diamonds of J/K-VS2/SI1 quality that weigh 1.08ctw. Ring size: 7 Ring ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,750
Estate Greek 18k Ruby and Enamel Ram's Head Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous Estate ram's head ring! This piece is crafted in 18k yellow gold, and has a 3-dimensional design. It depicts a stately ram, whose head rests prominently at the top, its bo...
18k Gold, Enamel
Unavailable|$2,750
Estate Greek 18k Ruby and Enamel Ram's Head Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous Estate ram's head ring! This piece is crafted in 18k yellow gold, and has a 3-dimensional design. It depicts a stately ram, whose head rests prominently at the top, its bo...
18k Gold, Enamel
Estate 14k Yellow Gold 1.10ct Natural Fuchsia Pink Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Deland, FL
MATERIAL: 14K yellow gold (tested) WEIGHT: 4.1 grams GEMSTONES: The ring holds an oval natural pink ruby. It has inclusions with a total weight of 1.10 cts, which is marked on the ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$7,985
Estate Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
A charming ring featuring an old European-cut diamond weighing 0.82 carat, graded G-H color and VS-SI clarity, the slightly domed platinum mounting highlighted with two round-cut rub...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Georgian Inspired Crown Heart Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Relive the splendor and romance of the 1800s Georgian era with this exquisite crown engagement ring. Centered by an antique rose cut heart shape diamond of 3/4 carat and exhibiting ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Sold|$1,867
Estate Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Estate Ring dated 1960 mounted in 18k yellow Gold, it features in the center an emerald cut Ruby weighing 2.20 cts surrounded by approx. 0.30 carat of round brilliant cut diamonds, g...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories 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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