Finger Ring Watch
Late 20th Century British Dome Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco More Rings
18k Gold
Vintage 1910s French Pocket Watches
Diamond
Vintage 1960s Swedish More Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Gold, 24k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Gold, 24k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Gold, 24k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Gold, 24k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings
Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Fashion Rings
Tanzanite, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French More Rings
Silver, Gold
Late 20th Century French More Rings
Silver
Antique 1640s French Art Deco More Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Mixed Metal
1990s American Modern Bridal Rings
Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century English Signet Rings
Diamond, Turquoise
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Fashion Rings
Gold, 18k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Blue Topaz, Black Pearl, Pearl, Black Diamond, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold, 1...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Band Rings
1990s Italian Cluster Rings
Antique Mid-19th Century French Cluster Rings
Diamond
1990s French Solitaire Rings
Diamond
2010s Tanzanian Modern Solitaire Rings
Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Belle Époque Dome Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Swiss Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Gold
1990s French Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century French Cluster Rings
Diamond
Vintage 1960s English Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold
1990s Greek Signet Rings
Emerald, Diamond
1990s Solitaire Rings
Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold
2010s African Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cluster Rings
Turquoise, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Portuguese Art Deco Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s African Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Dutch Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Italian Signet Rings
Green Beryl, Diamond, Beryl, Gold
1990s Signet Rings
Aquamarine, White Gold
1990s Italian Signet Rings
Diamond, Morganite, Gold
20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Signet Rings
Diamond, Gold
1990s Italian Artist Signet Rings
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
2010s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Solitaire Rings
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Finding the Right rings for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Finger rings were a sign of wealth, status, and knowledge in Ancient Rome. The Romans wore multiple rings at once and favored showy examples. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic Roman rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditionally, a Claddagh ring is worn on the ring finger of the left hand. An engaged person usually positions the ring with the heart pointing outward, while a married person flips it around, showing it off with the heart pointing inward. Find a selection of Claddagh rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022During the 18th and 19th centuries, mourning rings were worn on the pinky finger. When the jewelry came back into fashion in the 1930s and 40s, the tradition of displaying a mourning ring on the fifth finger continued. Today, people may opt to wear the rings on any finger. You'll find a variety of mourning rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Which finger you should wear a dragon ring on is largely a matter of personal preference. It also depends on the size of the ring. Most people choose not to wear the rings on their ring fingers unless the jewelry serves as engagement or wedding rings. Shop a variety of dragon rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The fourth finger, or ring finger, is typically the finger used for engagement rings. However, which hand people typically wear engagement rings on varies. The left hand is the most common option in the U.S., Austria, Bulgaria, Germany, France, Ireland, Mexico, the UK, Norway, Poland, Russia, Canada, Australia and other countries. In Italy, Croatia, the Netherlands, Portugal, Switzerland, Spain and India, engagement rings usually go on the right hand. Explore a large collection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What finger you wear a Cartier Love ring on is largely a matter of personal preference. However, many people wear it on the ring fingers of their right hands. Following the immense success of the Love bracelet, which was designed by Italian jeweler Aldo Cipullo in 1969, Cartier went on to produce earrings, necklaces and rings. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier Love rings.
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