15.0 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
. Excellent condition. Remarks: "Big Gemmy rings like this one are perfect for any moment of fashion
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Five-Stone Old European-cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
stacked with additional gemmy rings or bands. Product Details: Item #: R-20600 Country: Probably England
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique English 18K Gold and Five Stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
stacked with additional gemmy rings or bands. Product Details: Item #: R-21289 Country: England Circa
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,800
Sixties Aquamarine Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 14k, American. From the catwalk to the sidewalk, this fashionable, gemmy, sixties ring
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold Sugarloaf Amethyst Ring by Patrick Irla
Located in Troy, MI
yellow & white gold, this ring features a 10mm sugarloaf amethyst with gemmy color! Ring was made in a
Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Gemmy Large Emerald and 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Maja DuBrul
Located in Aspen, CO
This lovely gold cocktail ring bursts over your finger holding down a lovely dark emerald cabochon
Alexandrite, Emerald, 18k Gold
9.0 Carat Green Tourmaline Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
condition. Remark: "Gemmy rings like this one are perfect for any moment of fashion." SIZE: Ring size 7
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Set Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
gemmy ring is a glamourous staple." SIZE: Ring size 7 WEIGHT: 9.3 grams
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond-Set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
yellow gold, this ring is in excellent condition. Remark: "I love colored gemstones. The big gemmy
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garnet and Diamond Set Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
gemmy rings are in. This one is demure in size and bold in color. A totally wow combination." SIZE
Garnet, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
45 Carat Art Deco Citrine Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
planet and big gemmy rings are a fun part of that look." SIZE: Ring size 8 1/2, it can be easily
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Neutral Color Smoky Quartz and Citrine Pendant Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
. This pendant is on a sterling silver 19 inch sturdy curb link chain. Big "gemmy" rings are in so why
Citrine, Quartz, Sterling Silver
A Sapphire and Gold Ring
Located in Cincinnati, OH
" set with an 8.7 x 5.5mm cabachon sapphire. The stone in this ring is wonderfully "gemmy" with a nice
3.73 Carat Aquamarine Set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
. Remarks: "Gemmy sixties rings like this one are perfect for today’s fashion.” SIZE: Ring size 7
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage East-West Chrysoprase Cabochon Gemstone Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Gemmy and juicy, this chrysoprase ring would make a glowing addition to any collection. An unusual
Chrysophrase, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Diamond Platinum 3-Stone Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic 3-stone ring featuring a gemmy 0.89 carat emerald. It has a bright green color
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Set Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
. Remark: "I love colored gemstones. The gemmy ring is a glamourous staple." SIZE: Ring size 7 WEIGHT
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Mandarin Citrine Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
offhandedly glamorous woman on the planet and big gemmy rings are a fun part of that look.” SIZE: 7, it
Citrine, 14k Gold
Vintage Citrine Cocktail Ring, 9k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
gemmy ring to add a little sunshine to your day. It has a smooth 9ct yellow gold band with lightly
Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rubellite Ring for Men from Victorian Era
Located in Northampton, MA
Dating to approximately 1890, this American-made men's ring features three gemmy, bright and vivid
Rubelite, 10k Gold
Gold Band with Persian Turquoise
Located in Northampton, MA
gemmy-blue optimism. The ring is currently a size 8 ½ and could easily be resized by your local
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco 2.81 Carat Gemmy Emerald and Diamond Ring, AGL Minor Enhancement
Located in San Francisco, CA
vintage stunner hand fabricated in platinum - circa 1930. Few come finer! Currently ring size 4 1/2
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Trilogy Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Dating to the turn of the twentieth century, this slender and striking Edwardian-era ring features
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 'No Heat' Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gemological Laboratory). The gemmy ruby glows from a ring of ten sparkling old European-cut diamonds, set in
Ruby, Diamond
Dolce & Gabbana 1990s Black Jersey Bodycon Dress with Buckle Collar
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Dolce & Gabbana black jersey dress, likely dating to the mid-1990s. A sleek and sophisticated take on the classic little black dress, this Italian-made pi...
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
Fancy Pink Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 Karat Rose and White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing a work of art and elegance: a stunning cluster ring meticulously hand-set in a blend of 18 karat rose and white gold. This piece boasts the allure of Fancy Pink diamonds,...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
New Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Black Silk Gown with Leather Tie It. 44
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Gown Fall/Winter 2002 Collection Designer size 44 If you're looking for that incredible dress that Helen Hunt wore at the Oscars and one of the models i...
Edwardian Rose Cut Diamond Trilogy Gent Ring 18 Kt
Located in Napoli, IT
An antique gent ring from the Edwardian period 1910 circa Hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold with a lovely design distinctive of the era Flat head facing up with a beautiful row of thr...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
1990s Michael Casey Couture Gold Lame Goddess Gown W/ Halter Neck & Deep V
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A glorious 1990s Michael Casey Couture gold silk lame goddess gown with structured and boned bodice, halter closure and a plunging neckline held in place by a beaded medallion. Fron...
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Old European Miner Cut Diamond Band in Platinum & 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Tampa, FL
Antique Old European Miner Cut Diamond Band in Platinum & 18 Karat Yellow Gold This classic 5 stone antique wedding band features 5 graduating old mine / old European cut diamonds w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Sitting at the centre of this simple gold band are three diamonds totalling 35pts. The diamonds are old mine cut and have a wonderful bright sparkle. Ring Size: L 1/2 or 6 Band Wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The design of this ring is a timeless classic. The three diamonds total approx 50pts and are all set within the ornate setting. The diamonds are bright and wonderfully sparkly and th...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood taupe rib-knit bra with lace trim and drawstring bow fastening Spring-Summer 1996
Antique Five Stone Old Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
We date this beautiful antique five stone old cut diamond ring to around the turn of the twentieth century, and it is absolute perfection. Five old mine cut diamonds, which would ha...
Diamond, Platinum
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in San Diego, CA
WOW! This vintage Mr. Blackwell Custom dress is OUT OF THIS WORLD! This is quite possible the best Mr. Blackwell piece I have ever seen! Dating from the late 1950s/ early 1960s, this...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
$7,752Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Gold 11.41 Carat Pink Morganite and Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 11.41 Carat Pink Morganite and Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Ring This glorious trinity pink morganite and diamond ring is marvelous. The three-stone trinity ring t...
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Tour de force. With an original platinum Art Deco mounting and 7.53 carat emerald cut diamond, this spectacular engagement ring is all about strength of style. Circa 1920. Diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
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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