Tiffany & Co. Diamond Wedding Band Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Honolulu, HI
Model: Classic Wedding Band Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: 950 Diamond Carat Weight: 0.02 Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Width: 2.76 mm Ring Thickness: ~1.92...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.02 Ct Radiant Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
The shank has a pave of brilliant round white diamonds. Ring size is 5.75. Ring metal: 18k yellow gold and platinum Diamond size: 4.02ct Diamond shape: Radiant Cut Diamond color: Fa...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Principessa Collection Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. This handcrafted ring has 0.80 carat weight of F/G color a...
Diamond, 18k Gold
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Creator: Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills Jewelry Type: Cocktail Ring, Three Stone Ring, Alternative Engagement Ring Metal: Platinum Center Stone: Peach Tourmaline Center Stone ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sapphire weight: 1.84 ct. Total diamond weight: 1.81 ct. Diamond color: F-G Diamond clarity: SI1-VS2 Ring Size: 6 Weight: 3.9 dwt. / 6.1 gr.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Diamond Ring with Yellow Sapphire
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. This handcrafted ring has 1.15 carat yellow sapphire and 1....
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Round Diamond Etoile Eternity Band Ring in Polished Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: Platinum Gemstones: Diamond Diamond Cut: Round Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.45 CTW Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Size: 7.75 Ring Band Width: 5mm Ring Weight...
Diamond, Platinum
Emerald Cut Solitaire 18K Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in yellow gold, it offers both luxury and sophistication in one breathtaking piece. Ring Information Metal : 18k Gold Diamond Cut : Emerald Natural Conflict Free Diamond Dia...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Pl...
18k Bicolor Gold Ring with 1.20ct Brilliant-Cut Diamonds, Size 7.5
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolor ring set with 1.20ct brilliant-cut diamonds - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7.5 - EU 17.75 (56) Detailed description The top of the ring is 7.6 mm wide and 2.3 mm high Ri...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co 1.49 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany & Co Title: Tiffany & Co 1.49 Carat Round Brilliant G-F VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.19 Carat Diamond Number...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co 1.49 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany & Co Title: Tiffany & Co 1.49 Carat Round Brilliant G-F VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.19 Carat Diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Double Halo Pave Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. This handcrafted ring has 0.85 total carat weight of F/G co...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Princess-Cut Diamond Rope Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. This handcrafted ring has 0.34 carat princess cut diamond a...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Three Brilliant Cut Diamond Row Band Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 35 round brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.75 carats Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Size: 7 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.46ct 18k gold 2.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold ring with brilliant cut diamonds 0.46ct F/G SI - ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.25 (54) Detailed description top of the ring is 6.4 mm high and 4.3 mm wide ring size U.S....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Kite Shape Ring Size 6.5 #24896
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Diamond color: F-G Diamond clarity: VS Ring Size: 6.5 Width: 21.9 mm Shank: 3 mm Weight: 9.8 g. / 6.3 dwt.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Granulata Style Oval Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated hand engraved design that blends traditional granulation technique with a modern twist. This handcrafted ring has ruby 1.75 carat and diamonds 0.66 carat weight of F/G ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Guild 18K 3.15 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Guild 18K 3.15 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Guild-certified Zambia natural vivid green emerald weighing 3.15 ct set on the 18K white gold band with n...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Round Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Infinity Pave Set Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Color : White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum Total Diamond Carats : 0.25ct Diamond Cut : Round Cut Natural (Conflict Free) Diamond Color : F-G ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
Guild 18K 2.99 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Guild 18K 2.99 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Guild-certified Zambia natural vivid green emerald weighing 2.99 ct set on the 18K white gold band with n...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amour White & Black Diamonds Ring in 14K White Gold by Anastassia Sel Jewelry
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: 14K gold, 0.50 cts, SI2, F-G diamond, black diamond side stones. Ring size upon request.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold
Ring with princess cut diamonds up to 1.10ct 14k yellow gold 3.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold ring set with a 1.10 ct princess cut diamond - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 6 - EU 16.5 (52) Detailed description The top of the ring is 5.5 mm wide.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.45ct 18k white gold 3.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with a 0.45ct brilliant-cut diamond - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 6.5 - EU 17(53) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 4.3 mm wide.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
RETRO ring with rose cut diamond up to 0.10ct 18k gold - 12.4 gram0
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k three-color gold ring set with rose cut diamonds. 0.10ct - F/G - SI ring size U.S. 8 - EU. 18.25 (57) detailed description the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide weight 12.4 grams...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamond sup to 1.80ct 18k gold 8.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with a 1.80 ct brilliant-cut diamond - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 4.75 - EU 15.5 (49) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 2.3 cm wide.
Diamond, 18k 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
14K White Gold Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band Ring Size 6.75 - 7 #24902
Located in Washington Depot, CT
A classic piece that never goes out of style - effortless, elegant, and endlessly wearable. Approximate total diamond weight: .63 - .70 ct. Diamond color: F-G Diamond clarity: SI1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Guild 18K 1.97 Ct Zambia Vibrant Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Guild 18K 1.97 Ct Zambia Vibrant Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Guild-certified Zambia natural vibrant vivid green emerald weighing 1.97 ct set on the 18K white ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.90 Carat Emerald & Diamond Halo Pavé Shank 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 3.90 carat emerald cut light green emerald halo ring in 18K two-tone white and yellow gold, featuring a yellow gold 4-prong basket and open filigree gallery within a square w...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with synthetich ruby and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.62ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring with synthetic ruby and 16 brilliant-cut diamonds - F/G - VS - ring size U.S. 8 - EU. 18.25 (54) detailed description: The top of the ring is oval-shaped, mea...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Pear Shaped Brilliant Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond Count: 62 brilliant cut and 10 baguette Diamond Carat Weight: ~2.00 carats Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS2-SI2 Ring ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Ring with amethyst and old mine cut diamond up to 0.15ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold ring set with amethyst and old mine cut diamond 0.15ct - F/G - SI - ring size U.S. 8 - EU. 18(57) detailed description: The top of the ring is 9.0 mm wide and 6.0...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Rope Ring with Pink Sapphire & Diamonds
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. This handcrafted ring has 0.94 carat pink sapphire and mele...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Rope Ring with Yellow Sapphire
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. This handcrafted ring has 1.12 carat yellow sapphire and 0....
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Contemporary Pavé Diamond Zig Zag Motif Band Ring in Polished Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: Platinum Gemstones: Diamond Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.52 CTW Diamond Color: F–G Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Size: 7 Ring Graduated Band Width...
Diamond, Platinum
Round Diamond Triangular Domed Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.80 CTW Diamond Shape & Cut: Round brilliant cut Diamond Color: F–G Diamond Clarity: VS–SI Ring Total Wei...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,001 / item
Six Prong Solitaire Diamond 18K Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal : 18k Gold Diamond Cut : Natural Conflict Free Round Diamonds Diamond Carat : 1 Carat Diamond Clarity : VS/SI1 Diamond Color : F-G Ring Size : 6.5 Color : Yellow Gold Lead Time...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Sapphire Solitaire engagement ring 18KT gold hidden diamonds under halo
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The ring is very elegant. Diamonds are conflict free and are VS-SI clarity, the color of the diamonds is F-G.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Alternating Marquise and Baguette Cut Diamond Bang Ring in Polished Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: Platinum Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Cut: Marquise and Baguette Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.75 carats Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Ring Weight: 10.7 grams ...
Diamond, Platinum
Certified 2.56 Oval Shaped Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* Stunning 2.56 Carat cushion shaped Zambian Emerald and 0.38 carat VS F/G color Diamond, three stone engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Channel Set Semi Eternity Diamond Wedding Band Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5 Metal: Platinum Weight: 2.8 grams Natural Diamond: .17 ctw Diamond cut: Round Brilliant Diamond color: F-G Diamond clarity: VVS1-VVS2 Ring outer diameter: 18.67 mm Band...
Diamond, Platinum
Oval Cabochon Jade and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in Polished Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: Platinum Gemstones: Jadeite and Diamonds Jade Total Carat Weight: 1.03 CTW Jade Cut: Oval shape Jade Color: Green Jade Variety: Jadeite Diamond Cut: Baguette and Round Cut Di...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Invisible Set Round & Princess Diamond Contemporary Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.15 CTW Diamond Cut: Round & Princess Cut Diamond Color: F–G Diamond Clarity: VS–SI Ring Size: 9 Ring Orna...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 6.75 #16990
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Shank: 1 mm. Approximate total diamond weight: .50 ct. Diamond color: F - G Diamond clarity: VS1 Ring Size: 6.75 Weight: 2.1 dwt. / 3.3 gr.
White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Guild 18K 1.07 Ct Zambia Vibrant Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Guild 18K 1.07 Ct Zambia Vibrant Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Guild-certified Zambia natural vibrant vivid green emerald weighing 1.07 ct set on the 18K white...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baguette Diamond Scatter 14K (or 18k upon request) Stackable Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Color : Yellow Gold Total Diamond Carats : 1 Carat Diamond Cut : Tapered Baguette Diamonds (Conflict Free) Diamond Color : F-G Diamond Clarity : VS SI ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ring with topaz and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.22ct 18k gold 16.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with an 8.90 ct topaz and a 0.22 ct brilliant-cut diamond, F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 6 - EU 16.5 (52) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 2.5 cm ...
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
Scattered Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring Information Gold : 14k, 18K (Upon Request) Color : White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum Total Diamond Carats : 0.60ct Diamond Cut : Round Cut Natural (Conflict Free) Dia...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Trio 18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring GIA Certified
By Trio
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Amethyst weight: 19.00 ct. Total diamond weight: 2.00 ct. Diamond color: F-G Diamond clarity: VVS Ring Size: 7.75 Weight: 9.5 dwt. / 14.8 gr.
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.86 Carat Green Chrome Tourmaline Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Merkaba Jewelry
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Details Creator: Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills Metal: 18K white gold Center stone: Green Chrome Tourmaline, oval cut, 1.86 carats Accent stones: Diamonds, round brilliant, approximat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, 1...
BVLGARI Spiga Diamond Pink Rubellite Heart Yellow Gold 3-Row Adjustable Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring from Bulgari's iconic Spiga collection features a flexible 3-row design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a heart-shaped pink rubellite and brilliant-cut ro...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Marquise, Round & Baguette Diamond Cluster Swirl Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Cut: Marquise, Baguette, and Round cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 4.05 CTW Diamond Color: F-G Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Size: 5...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Feather Motif Domed Cocktail Ring with Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow & White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Count: 6 Diamond Cut: Round Single Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.06 carats Diamond Color: F - G Diamond Clarity: VS ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Alternating Sapphire and Diamond Multi Row Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Sapphires and Diamonds Sapphire Total Carat Weight: 2.00 CTW Sapphire Cut: Oval cut Sapphire Color: Blue Sapphire Mineral Type: Natural corundu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Round and Baguette Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: Platinum Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Cut: Round and Baguette cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 1.02 CTW Diamond Color: F–G Diamond Clarity: VS–SI Ring Size: 7.75 Ring Ornament S...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Forever Semi Eternity Round Diamond Band Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This timeless Tiffany & Co. ring features 9 bright white round brilliant diamonds (F-G / VS1-VS2) prong set in a semi-circle in a high polished platinum setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Stacked Round Diamond Vertical Cluster Style Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamond Diamond Shape: Round brilliant cut Diamond Quantity: 36 Diamond Total Carat Weight: 2.88 CTW Diamond Color: F–G Diamond Clari...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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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