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Beauvince Gatsby Engagement Ring '0.95 ct Diamonds' in Gold
Beauvince Gatsby Engagement Ring '0.95 ct Diamonds' in Gold

Beauvince Gatsby Engagement Ring '0.95 ct Diamonds' in Gold

By Beauvince Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

The Gatbsy Engagement Ring is bold and chic. With its strong geometric lines and unique shape it stands out leaving the onlooker perplexed and dazzled. Center Diamond Shape: Prince...

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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1930s 1.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Vintage 1930s 1.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring

Vintage 1930s 1.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Boston, MA

An exceptional find from the era of The Great Gatsby, this Old European diamond ring is truly a timeless treasure to be celebrated and cherished for its unparalleled antique beauty.

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Art Deco Onyx Diamond Gatsby Ring 1.32 Carat
Art Deco Onyx Diamond Gatsby Ring 1.32 Carat

Art Deco Onyx Diamond Gatsby Ring 1.32 Carat

Located in Perth, AU

Stunning Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Ring in 18ct Gold and Platinum set with 5 graduated old european cut diamonds of 0.05ct, 0.08ct, 0.15ct, 0.10ct, 0.04ct and 6 old cut diamonds on e...

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum

Handmade 18ct Rose/White Gold Spinel, Tourmaline, Sapphire & Diamond Gatsby Ring
Handmade 18ct Rose/White Gold Spinel, Tourmaline, Sapphire & Diamond Gatsby Ring

Handmade 18ct Rose/White Gold Spinel, Tourmaline, Sapphire & Diamond Gatsby Ring

Located in Brisbane, QLD

Handmade 18ct Rose & White Gold Oval 2.11ct Pink Spinel, Pink Tourmaline, Purple Sapphire & Diamond Dress Ring with intricate shank detail. TDW 0.10ct.

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2010s Australian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, Tourmaline, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

"Jay Gatsby" Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold by Messika
"Jay Gatsby" Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold by Messika

"Jay Gatsby" Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold by Messika

By Messika

Located in London, GB

This beautifully handcrafted "Jay Gatsby" ring by Maison Messika is an incredible timeless piece, the geometric pattern composed of a flower motif to the centre of the ring is all pa...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Oval Unique Diamond Victorian Engagement ring, Statement Ring, The Great Gatsby
Oval Unique Diamond Victorian Engagement ring, Statement Ring, The Great Gatsby

Oval Unique Diamond Victorian Engagement ring, Statement Ring, The Great Gatsby

Located in Hertsliya, IL

Beautiful and delicate Victorian-inspired Oval diamond unique cluster engagement ring. All my diamonds are natural, not enhanced or treated, with ideal ratio cut and proportions. Han...

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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Oval Unique Moissanite Dainty Cluster Engagement ring - "Gatsby"
Art Deco Oval Unique Moissanite Dainty Cluster Engagement ring - "Gatsby"

Art Deco Oval Unique Moissanite Dainty Cluster Engagement ring - "Gatsby"

Located in Hertsliya, IL

Beautiful and delicate art deco-inspired Oval Moissanite unique cluster engagement ring. Handmade with care. An original design by Silly Shiny Diamonds. Details: ♥ Center Stone Shap...

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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Pear Diamond Unique Mix Shape Engagement ring - "Gatsby"
Art Deco Pear Diamond Unique Mix Shape Engagement ring - "Gatsby"

Art Deco Pear Diamond Unique Mix Shape Engagement ring - "Gatsby"

Located in Hertsliya, IL

Beautiful and delicate art deco-inspired pear diamond unique cluster engagement ring. Handmade with care. An original design by Silly Shiny Diamonds. Details: ♥ Center Stone Shape: ...

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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Diamond 1.0 carat Unique Art Deco Engagement ring, contemporary - "Gatsby"
Oval Diamond 1.0 carat Unique Art Deco Engagement ring, contemporary - "Gatsby"

Oval Diamond 1.0 carat Unique Art Deco Engagement ring, contemporary - "Gatsby"

Located in Hertsliya, IL

Beautiful oval shape diamond unique engagement ring, "Gatsby." An original design by Silly Shiny Diamonds.

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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Oval Unique Moissanite Cluster Engagement ring The Great Gatsby
Art Deco Oval Unique Moissanite Cluster Engagement ring The Great Gatsby

Art Deco Oval Unique Moissanite Cluster Engagement ring The Great Gatsby

Located in Hertsliya, IL

Beautiful and delicate art deco inspired oval Moissanite unique cluster engagement ring. Hand made with care. An original design by Silly Shiny Diamonds. Details: * Center Stone Sha...

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2010s Israeli Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Art Deco Onyx Diamond 1.32 Carat Gatsby Platinum Ring, circa 1920
Art Deco Onyx Diamond 1.32 Carat Gatsby Platinum Ring, circa 1920

Art Deco Onyx Diamond 1.32 Carat Gatsby Platinum Ring, circa 1920

Located in Perth, AU

Stunning Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Ring in 18ct Gold and Platinum set with 5 graduated old european cut diamonds of 0.05ct, 0.08ct, 0.15ct, 0.10ct, 0.04ct and 6 old cut diamonds on e...

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Onyx Diamond 1.32 Carat Gatsby Platinum Ring, circa 1920
Art Deco Onyx Diamond 1.32 Carat Gatsby Platinum Ring, circa 1920

Art Deco Onyx Diamond 1.32 Carat Gatsby Platinum Ring, circa 1920

Located in Perth, AU

Stunning Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Ring in 18ct Gold and Platinum set with 5 graduated old european cut diamonds of 0.05ct, 0.08ct, 0.15ct, 0.10ct, 0.04ct and 6 old cut diamonds on e...

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum

Circa 1920 Art Deco Onyx Diamond 1.32 Carat Gatsby Platinum Ring
Circa 1920 Art Deco Onyx Diamond 1.32 Carat Gatsby Platinum Ring

Circa 1920 Art Deco Onyx Diamond 1.32 Carat Gatsby Platinum Ring

Located in Perth, AU

Stunning Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Ring in 18ct Gold and Platinum set with 5 graduated old european cut diamonds of 0.05ct, 0.08ct, 0.15ct, 0.10ct, 0.04ct and 6 old cut diamonds on e...

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum

Gatsby Multi Bar Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold by Messika
Gatsby Multi Bar Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold by Messika

Gatsby Multi Bar Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold by Messika

By Messika

Located in London, GB

This Gatsby full pavé ring in 18K white gold, fully handcrafted, is set with brilliant cut diamonds weighing a total of 1.31cts.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 18ct White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Art Deco 18ct White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Art Deco 18ct White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Located in London, GB

Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby. This stunning ring perfectly embodies this unique blending of styles.

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Spectacular Oscar Heyman Diamond and Star Sapphire Art Deco Ring
Spectacular Oscar Heyman Diamond and Star Sapphire Art Deco Ring

Spectacular Oscar Heyman Diamond and Star Sapphire Art Deco Ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in New York, NY

If you feel like your true era is the Gatsby, this ring will be right up your ally ! The ring is a size 5.5 and easily resizable .

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

"The Gatsby" Platinum 2.49 Carat Kite/Lozenge Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
"The Gatsby" Platinum 2.49 Carat Kite/Lozenge Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

"The Gatsby" Platinum 2.49 Carat Kite/Lozenge Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Cape May, NJ

"The Gatsby" Composition: Platinum Primary Stone: Kite/Lozenge Cut Diamond Carat Weight: 2.49 Carats Color: J Clarity: Si1 Accent Stones: Round and Tapered Baguette Diamonds C...

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20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Messika 0.55Cttw Gatsby 6 Row Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Size 53 US 6.5
Messika 0.55Cttw Gatsby 6 Row Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Size 53 US 6.5

Messika 0.55Cttw Gatsby 6 Row Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Size 53 US 6.5

By Messika

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous Messika diamond ring from the Gatsby collection is a perfect stunner for any occasion.

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2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Though understated to most, if you look closer you can imagine these three diamonds as the tiny bubbles at the bottom of a champagne coupe raised to celebrate the onset of summer at ...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Platinum 1.42 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Wedding Set
Vintage Art Deco Platinum 1.42 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Wedding Set

Vintage Art Deco Platinum 1.42 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Wedding Set

Located in Addison, TX

It is impossible not to catch eyes with this dazzling wedding set! The duo looks like a ring Jay Gatsby would give to Daisy! The platinum crafted wedding band displays .25 carats of ...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.4 Carat 14 Karat Rose Gold Oval Cut Green Emerald Gatsby Style Engagement Ring
1.4 Carat 14 Karat Rose Gold Oval Cut Green Emerald Gatsby Style Engagement Ring

1.4 Carat 14 Karat Rose Gold Oval Cut Green Emerald Gatsby Style Engagement Ring

By Diamonds Mine

Located in Ramat Gan, IL

Emerald Engagement Ring, Rose Gold Diamond Engagement Ring, Vintage Emerald Halo Ring, Gatsby Emerald Ring, Natural Green Oval Emerald Ring Main Stone Name: Oval Cut Emerald Main...

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2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold

Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Platinum Ring
Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Platinum Ring

Colombian Emerald Diamond Gold Platinum Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Channeling the glamour and sophistication of Great Gatsby, this divine ring captures one’s attention with an impressive 2.75ct Colombian Emerald center gemstone.

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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Deco Platinum 1.42Ct Old European Diamond Vintage Illusion Head Engagement Ring
Deco Platinum 1.42Ct Old European Diamond Vintage Illusion Head Engagement Ring

Deco Platinum 1.42Ct Old European Diamond Vintage Illusion Head Engagement Ring

Located in Addison, TX

It is impossible not to catch eyes with this dazzling engagement ring! The piece looks like a ring Jay Gatsby would give to Daisy!

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Hirsh Ruby and Diamond Gatsby Ring
Hirsh Ruby and Diamond Gatsby Ring

Hirsh Ruby and Diamond Gatsby Ring

Located in London, GB

This beautiful ruby and diamond cluster ring features 9 rubies weighing approximately 3.45 carats in total, surrounded by a pretty halo of diamonds with further diamonds on the band.

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2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Marquise Diamond Two-Tone Gold Dress Ring 'Gatsby' Range

Marquise Diamond Two-Tone Gold Dress Ring 'Gatsby' Range

By Imp Jewellery

Located in Toorak, Victoria

This two tone wide dress ring is set with forty-four round brilliant cut diamonds, equalling a total of 0.42cts G/H Colour, Si1 Clarity, and one bezel set marquise cut diamond at 0.5...

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2010s Australian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

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Located in Boston, MA

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By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

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Located in Baltimore, MD

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Located in London, GB

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Gatsby Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact gatsby ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. You can easily find a 1 antique edition and 13 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect gatsby ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A gatsby ring of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 10, is particularly popular. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also pear cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a gatsby ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Gatsby Ring?

The price for a gatsby ring starts at $2,150 and tops out at $35,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,190.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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 ringsvintage 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.