EGL Certified 1.03 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's diamond platinum engagement ring. Fishtail square center set with its original
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
EGL Certified 1.03 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's diamond platinum engagement ring. Fishtail square center set with its original
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century 0.75 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
total G/H color with VS clarity With a fishtail motif profile Stamped for platinum Circa: 1950s Ring
Diamond, Platinum
Knife Edge 1.90 Carat Ruby Fishtail Mounting Anniversary Five Stone Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Ring - Size 6 3/4. This yellow gold 14K anniversary band is stunning! The ring has a fishtail style
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro .68 CTW Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Fishtail Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
bright With a fishtail motif profile and knife edge shank Stamped for platinum Circa: 1940s Ring Size: 7
Diamond, Platinum
Retro 0.65 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is comprised of three tiered rows of diamonds with a fishtail profile.Centering bar set
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Transitional Diamond 14K Gold Vintage Fishtail Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stamped for 14 karat gold Circa: 1950s Ring size: 7 3/4 and sizable Measures north to south 4.5 mm and
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum 0.27ctw Dual Two Row Round Fishtail Pave Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Classic vintage fishtail pave band. Enjoy! --Stone(s):-- (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old
Diamond, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 1.04ctw Fishtail Pave Set Diamond Cable Sides Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (26) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Fishtail Pave Set - Fiery - G/H
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage .55 CTW Brilliant Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring features five round brilliant cut diamonds prong set to front Weighing approximately 0.55
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century .95 CTW Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fishtail Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- prong set and flanked by additional diamonds Single cut and set with fishtail style prongs in
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century 0.70 CTW Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Vintage Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
VS2 clarity - prong set east to west with fishtail profile Flanked by grooved geometric motif
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
11-Stone Diamond (Fishtail Set) Half-Eternity Band in 9K Gold by Paul Bram
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Securely fishtail-set in 9K White Gold 11 Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds exhibit sun-like
Diamond, 9k Gold
1920s Antique Art Deco 1.24 Carat Diamonds Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Huntington, NY
This is an antique art deco platinum diamond fishtail engagement ring that can dated back to the
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century 0.50 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is set to front by round brilliant cut diamonds Individually set in a fishtail motif
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Midcentury 1.39 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Clustered Fishtail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
VS to SI clarity. With fishtail motif profile. Tested as platinum. Circa: 1950's. Ring size: 5 3/4
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Diamond Platinum Fishtail Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set with sweet triple prongs in a stylized square form head flanked by fishtail shoulders Accented by
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 0.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring centers baguette cut diamonds that are bar set at a slight tilt Flanked North and South
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Single Cut Diamond Platinum Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is designed as three rows of single cut diamonds With a central channel setting flanked
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is set to front by five single cut diamonds Weighing in total approximately 0.15 carat
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro 0.45 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Anniversary Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band style ring set to front with seven round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.45
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 0.50 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Anniversary Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band style ring prong set to front with five round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century 0.25 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 0.25 carat - eye clean and bright With subtle cathedral shoulders and a scooped fishtail profile
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Stacking Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band style ring set to front with nine single cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.25 carat total
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1940's Retro 0.35 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is fishtail set to front by old European and round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing in
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1940 Retro Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Fishtail Band Stacking Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fishtail style ring set to front with five round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.35
White Diamond, Platinum
Bristol Retro 1.18 Carats Diamond Platinum Fishtail Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stylized wide prongs in a square form head Flanked by fishtail shoulders accented by single cut diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1940's Retro 0.78 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set with tri-bead prongs in a stylized basket and flanked by fishtail motif shoulders Set with single
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 1.27 Carats Diamond Platinum Stepped Fishtail Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
-bead prongs in a stylized fishtail basket and flanked by stepped shoulders Accented by round brilliant
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century 0.90 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
; fishtail set Round brilliant cut diamonds weigh in total approximately 0.25 carat; H to J color with SI
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Midcentury 1.05 Carats Transitional Cut Diamond Platinum Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
total. H to K in color with SI to I clarity. Flanked by knife edge shoulders. With fishtail motif
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 0.50 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is fishtail set to front by five round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing in total
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro 0.50 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is set to front by six transitional and round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing in total
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century 0.66 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Fishtail Eternity Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
G to I color with VS2 to I1 clarity Featuring a fishtail motif profile Tested as platinum Circa
Diamond, Platinum
Retro 1.00 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color and VS to SI clarity Fishtail profile motif with knife edged shoulders Stamped 14k for 14 karat
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro 1.25 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band style ring set to front by five round brilliant cut and transitional cut diamonds weighing in
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro 1.25 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band style ring set to front by five round brilliant cut and transitional cut diamonds weighing in
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century European Diamond Platinum Vintage Fishtail Contour Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
fishtail motif prong profile Completed by knife edge shoulders Stamped for platinum Circa: 1950s Ring size
Diamond, Platinum
Retro 0.65 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is comprised of three tiered rows of diamonds with a fishtail profile.Centering bar set
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century European Diamond Platinum Vintage Fishtail Contour Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
fishtail motif prong profile Completed by knife edge shoulders Stamped for platinum With maker's mark Circa
Diamond, Platinum
Traub 0.63 Carat Old Mine Diamond Platinum Fishtail Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
fishtail square form head and flanked by pointed catheral shoulders Accented by single cut diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1941, Retro 0.60 Carat Diamond Platinum Vintage Princess Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
East to West princess style band with a fishtail motif gallery. Centering an old European cut
Diamond, Platinum
Retro 1.50 CTW Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Vintage Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is designed as two east to west rows of round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Granet Bros. Fishtail Prong .50ctw Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous late art deco band ring is crafted in solid platinum and features 3 rows of stunning
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.90 Carats Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fishtail Wedding Band Ring
By Leo Ingwer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring features six round brilliant cut diamonds prong set to front Weighing approximately 0.90
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950's Mid-Century 0.50 Carat Diamond Platinum Vintage Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is set to front by five transitional cut diamonds. Weighing collectively approximately
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 0.55 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five stone band ring fishtail set to front, in white gold, with round brilliant cut diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1950's Mid-Century 0.50 Carats Diamond Platinum Fishtail Channel Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring is comprised of three rows of diamonds. With a raised central channel of straight
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 14k White Gold 0.42ctw Baguette & Round Fishtail Pave Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This here is an elegant vintage diamond band ring crafted in solid 14k white gold. The ring
Diamond, White Gold
Mid-Century 0.70 CTW Diamond Platinum Seven Stone Vintage Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
VS2 clarity - prong set east to west with fishtail profile Flanked by chevron motif shoulders
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Knife Edge Fishtail Vintage Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
SI1 clarity. Set East to West with fishtail style prongs. Flanked by chevron shoulders. Completed by
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 1940's 0.77 Carat Old European Diamond Platinum Fishtail Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamonds. Weighing approximately 0.24 carat total - well matched to center. Accented by a fishtail profile
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1950's Mid-Century 1.85 Carats Diamond Platinum Vintage Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Completed by a fishtail motif profile Stamped for platinum with maker's mark. Circa: 1950s. Ring Size: 8 3/4
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century 0.85 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Fishtail Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
forms with fishtail profile Completed by subtle knife-edge shank Stamped for platinum Circa: 1950s
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century 0.60 Carats Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring centers row of bar set baguette cut diamonds With rows of single cut diamonds above and
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1950's Mid-Century 0.50 Carat Diamond Platinum Five Stone Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring centers five prong set round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.50 carat
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Retro 0.75 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Unisex Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
fishtail set single cut diamonds. Total diamond weight is approximately 0.75 carat - F/G color with VS2 to
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Old Mine Cut Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Fishtail Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carat total - I to K color with SI1 clarity Featuring a pierced fishtail style profile Flanked by
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century 1.00 CTW Diamond 14K Gold Vintage Two-Row Fishtail Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering two parallel rows of transitional cut diamonds set to front with fishtail prongs Weighing
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-Century 1.00 CTW Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Fishtail Band Ring
By Craft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
shank Tested as 14 karat gold With maker's mark for Gem-Craft Circa: 1950s Ring Size: 6 1/2 and
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940's Retro 0.35 Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Fishtail Stacking Band
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring features seven old mine and old European cut diamonds. Weighing in total approximately
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond Three-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Webster, NY
Vintage fishtail prong style engagement ring featuring and approximately 1.10CT Transitional Round
Diamond, 18k Gold
2.50ct Natural Round Brilliant Diamonds Raised Cocktail Ring 18KT Fishtail
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Full cut brilliants G-color Vs-2 clarity 18kt. yellow gold 9 grams Ring Current size: 7 3/4
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .81 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Ruby and diamond handmade fishtail engagement ring. Ruby center stone with 6 round accent
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 2.00 Ct. Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring GIA N SI1
Located in New York, NY
This deco-era engagement ring holds an irresistible 2 carat old European cut that packs a punch
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 1.52 Carat F Diamond and Emerald Fishtail Engagement Ring
Located in Huntington, NY
This is an antique Art Deco platinum filigree diamond and emerald fishtail engagement ring that can
Diamond, Emerald, 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
1.47 Carat No Oil Panjshir Emerald Emerald Cut Platinum Three Stone Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A refined three stone platinum ring centered on a rare 1.47 carat no oil Panjshir Emerald in a crisp emerald cut. Sourced from the Panjshir Valley of Afghanistan and accompanied by a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Platinum
Vintage 14k White Gold & Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian gold and diamond engagement ring. In 14k white gold. With a ca. 0.82 ct. Old Mine cut white diamond center set and flanked by 6 small round single cut diam...
Diamond, White Gold
Edwardian Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Three vibrant rose cut rubies are the feature of this fine Edwardian period eighteen karat 18k yellow gold ring. It's beautiful antique setting includes four .01 carat diamonds accen...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,803 / 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
2.06 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This gorgeous ring features a 2.06 carat old European cut diamond with a hint of warmth. Mounted within four double claw prongs and a triple ribbed band, this ring is elegant with a ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian French 18k Burmese Ruby + Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful gemstone ring from the Victorian (ca1890s) era! This gorgeous piece is crafted in rich 18k yellow gold and features a beautiful ruby amongst sparkling diamonds. Set in th...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1950s French Cartier 7 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum, dog's head hallmark. Oval and domed, openwork, this incredible ring is claw-set with 2 antique and intermediate brilliant- cut diamonds on an entourage of shuttle- ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Burmese Ruby 3.34ct and Diamond Gold Ring, Georgian, ca. 1800
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Beautiful Burmese Ruby and Diamond Gold Ring, Georgian, ca. 1800. The unheated cushion-shaped Burmese ruby, 3.34cts, set within naturalistic trellis work, filled with 16 old-cut dia...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1930s Art Deco Platinum 1.60 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.8 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Cut Carat Weight: 1.60 carat Color: N Clarity: VS Side Stone Detai...
White Diamond, Platinum
Pamella Roland 15 strapless silk ivory cream jacquard cape layered gown dress 6
By Pamella Roland
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage I think this has to be the most breathtaking wedding dress I have come across so far and really I don't believe even the pictures do it justice - unfortunately my ...
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Beautiful, Edwardian five stone gypsy ring. Set with alternating, natural rubies & diamonds. Each stone framed in its own little square with a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Half Hoop Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This breathtaking antique Ruby and Diamond ring is Victorian, Circa 1880. The ring is adorned with five wonderful rubies with lovely rose cut diamond points. All set in a beautiful 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Chester 1897 Beautiful Victorian Ring. Set with Three Natural Rubies, Old Cut Diamonds & Pretty Carved Shoulders. Wid...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
M. Gérard diamond three stone ring, French, circa 1970.
By M. Gérard
Located in London, GB
M. Gérard diamond three stone ring. Set to centre with a rectangular step-cut diamond, G colour, VS2 clarity with a weight of 1.87 carats in an open back claw setting, flanked by two...
Diamond, Gold
$23,600Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian GIA Certified Old European Cut Diamond 3-Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 3-stone ring Victorian GIA certified, 2.43 carat F-I1 old European cut diamond ring with two old European diamonds set in platinum. The ring features a platinum setting with ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
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Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.