GIA Certified 10.00 Ct J/VVS Emerald Shape Diamond 18K Gold Solitarie Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A true beautiful piece of craftsmanship, this accessory exudes grace and sophistication, effortlessly adorning the finger of its wearer with a touch of timeless luxury and unbridled ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 18k Yellow & White Emerald Cut Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Excellent Era: Estate Contemporary Year: 21st Century Metal: 18k Yellow and White Gold Diamond: 1 Carat Weight: 0.67 Cut: Emerald Color: Fancy deep orangy yellow Clarity:...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Lucerne, CH
Superb solitaire ring in white gold 750, prong set with 1 emerald cut diamond with following characteristics: Weight: 3.01 ct Colour: G Clarity: vvs2 Fluorescence: medium blue Polis...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.18 Carat E/VVS1
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful emerald cut diamond ring in platinum. The ring comprises of an emerald cut diamond within a classic four claw setting weighing 1.18ct, E in colour and VVS1 clarity. The r...
Diamond, Platinum
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.82 Carat No Heat Yellow Sapphire Marquise Diamond Emerald Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite 18k Gold Ring Featuring GIA-Certified Sapphire with Marquise Diamonds and Round Emeralds by Antinori di Sanpietro Indulge in the sheer elegance and timeless craftsmanship ...
Yellow Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 18k White Gold Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring 2.07ctw 1.79ctw Brazi
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to present this GIA Certified 18k White Gold Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Fashion Ring.
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 4.00 Carats F/VS2 Emerald Shape Diamond 18K Gold Solitaire Rings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of light and glamour on your look. Stunning ring come in 18k gold with a lustrous GIA Certified Diamond of 4,00 carats F color VS2 cla...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Emerald Hidden Halo Pave Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 2.2 Color: H Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 6369-04
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Emerald Halo Pave 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring is a remarkable testament to elegance and craftsmanship, featuring a breathtaking ...
Diamond, White Gold
$16,500Sale Price|40% Off
GIA Certified 2.75 Carat Colombian Emerald and Trapezoid Diamond Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Centered upon a beautiful Colombian Emerald certified by GIA weighing 2.75 carats. Set between Trapezoid Diamonds weighing 0.53 Carats.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.02 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Yellow White Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Moderate natural inclusions. GIA certified Colombian origin 1 octagonal bright green Colombian Emerald, approx. total weight 4.02cts, moderate inclusions, 10.32 x 9.37 x 7.06mm, F1 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$440,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 8.12 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring with trapezoid
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This impressive three stone engagement ring features a commanding 8.12 carat emerald cut diamond, set in refined platinum and flanked by two perfectly proportioned trapezoid side sto...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.74 Ct. VIVID GREEN Insignificant Oil Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Centering an 4.74 ct. insignificant oil vivid green emerald, flanked by heart and pear shaped diamonds Size 6 Platinum Accompanied by ICA report
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.4 Carat Emerald Halo Pave 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 1.4 Color: I Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Emerald Halo Milgrain 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 1.2 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Emerald Halo Pave 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 0.8 Color: H Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Emerald Halo Milgrain 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 2.2 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Emerald & Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 2.2 Color: J Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Emerald & Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 2.2 Color: J Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Hidden Halo Emerald 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating centerpiece of a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 1.5 , showcasing a brilliant sparkle with its I and...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Hidden Halo Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating centerpiece of a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 2.22 , showcasing a brilliant sparkle with its E an...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.51 Carats Oval Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful engagement ring, featuring a 2.51 carats oval cut Colombian emerald, bezel-set in a platinum mounting. Surrounded by a halo channel-set baguette cut diamonds and accented...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Diana M GIA Certified 2.00 CTTW Emerald Cut Diamond Double Shank Platinum Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and elegant diamond engagement ring with GIA certified emerald cut diamond in the center,weighing 1.00 cts D color/VS2 clarity set in platinum split shank mounting.Shank is...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 24.75 Carats Cushion Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An elegant high-end cocktail ring, showcasing a GIA certified 24.75 carats cushion cut emerald, set on a four prong setting made of 18K yellow gold.
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.61ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is an amazing platinum engagement ring. The ring is centered with sparkling GIA certified emerald cut diamond that weighs 1.61ct.
Diamond, Platinum
$23,759Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Natural Yellow Emerald Diamond 3.32 Carat TW Plat Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful Platinum setting with a natural emerald cut yellow diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Emerald Halo Antique 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified center stone, showcasing a emerald diamond weighing 2.01.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Emerald Halo Antique 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified center stone, showcasing a emerald diamond weighing 1.51.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Emerald Halo Antique 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified center stone, showcasing a emerald diamond weighing 0.8.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Emerald Halo Antique 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified center stone, showcasing a emerald diamond weighing 1.5.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$5,560Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 7.74 Carat Green Emerald Asscher Shape Halo Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18k white and yellow gold ring features a 7.74 Carat Asscher cut Natural Green emerald from Zambia. It is encircled by a halo of brilliant round diamonds on a band that is taper...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.43 carat Octagonal Step-Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A GIA Certified 1.43 carat Octagonal Step-Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring made in 18k Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$15,673Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Emerald East-West Three-Stone Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring showcases a remarkable centerpiece with a captivating emerald diamond of 1.5 , grad...
Diamond, Platinum
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
COLOMBIAN GIA Certified 3.25 Carat Cushion Green Emerald Trillion Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
from the famed Muzo Mines of Colombia: a Natural Emerald of unparalleled beauty. With a substantial weight of 3.25 carats, this gem boasts dimensions of 9.95 x 8.14 x 6.12 mm, exper...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
Retro Gold GIA Certified 7.4 Carat Natural Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 18k Yellow Gold GIA Certified 7.4 Approximate Carat Natural Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring 1960.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
GIA Certified 3.5 Carat F VS2 Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Plat Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent GIA certified 3.50 carat natural emerald cut diamond platinum engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.00 Ct F/VS1 Emerald Shape Diamond 18K Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning ring come in 18k gold with dazzling GIA Certified Diamond of 2,00 carats , in perfect emerald shape , F color , VS1 clarity , very sparkly !
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$200,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5.01 Carat F VVS2 Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 5.01 Carat F VVS2 Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum A magnificent GIA-certified 5.01-carat emerald cut diamond, graded F color and VVS2 clarity, beautifully mounted...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.11 Carat Emerald Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified. 1 octagon cut green emerald MI, approx. 1.11cts GIA Certificate # 220416561 2 emerald cut diamonds F VS, approx. .60cts Size 6 and sizable Platinum Stamped: PLAT ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 1 Carat G SI Asscher Cut Diamond & Emerald Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
You owe it to yourself to own this trilogy of gems as your forever bridal or anniversary ring. Condition: New Era: Art Deco Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.00 Cut: Assc...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.8 Carat Emerald Hidden Halo Slim Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a captivating diamond ring that effortlessly embodies the elegance of the Art Deco era, featuring a stunning emerald center stone weighing 1.8 , graded H and...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Emerald Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a emerald J VS1 1.7 center stone, beautifully secured in a double four-prong setting that provides an elegant lift. Surr...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Emerald Diamond Halo 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a emerald G VS1 0.9 center stone, beautifully secured in a double four-prong setting that provides an elegant lift. Surr...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.79 Carat Emerald Diamond Halo 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a emerald H VS1 0.79 center stone, beautifully secured in a double four-prong setting that provides an elegant lift. Sur...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.03 Carats Emerald Cut Ruby & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent three-stone engagement ring, featuring a GIA certified 2.03 carats emerald cut ruby, set on an eight prong setting made of 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Captivating Emerald and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Captivating Emerald and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified A masterpiece of sophistication, this 18K white gold ring showcases a stunning 0.99-carat octagonal e...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.21 Carat D/VVS2
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning emerald cut diamond ring in platinum. The ring is set to the centre with a 1.21ct emerald cut diamond, D colour and VVS2 in clarity. The diamond is surrounded by a pave se...
Diamond, Platinum
$62,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.10 Carat Heart Shape Colombian Emerald Double Halo Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and highly distinctive, this ring centers on a GIA-certified 4.10 carat heart-shaped emerald, of Colombian origin, displaying a vivid green color and beautiful transparency.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$6,048Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Emerald Halo Pave 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring is a remarkable testament to elegance and craftsmanship, featuring a breathtaking ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$19,168Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Emerald Halo Pave 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring is a remarkable testament to elegance and craftsmanship, featuring a breathtaking ...
Diamond, White Gold
$5,032Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Emerald Halo Pave 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring is a remarkable testament to elegance and craftsmanship, featuring a breathtaking ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,874Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Emerald Halo Pave 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring is a remarkable testament to elegance and craftsmanship, featuring a breathtaking ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.84ct Zambian Emerald 18k Yellow Gold East West Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine GIA Certified Natural Vivid Green Zambian Emerald 18k Yellow Gold East West Ring.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring FLAWLESS F COLOR
Located in Chicago, IL
💎 3 Carat Internally Flawless Emerald Cut Diamond Ring 💎 A breathtaking GIA Certified 3.00 carat emerald cut diamond, F color, Flawless, with excellent polish & very good symmetry ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond, Coral and Onyx Engagement Ring in Platinum
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous handcrafted emerald cut diamond , coral and onyx engagement ring. The details are as follows : Emerald cut diamond weight : 2.34 carat color and clarity : K and VS2 Meta...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
GIA Certified 7.24 Carat '0.40 Cts' Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Eternity Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Eternity Ring is made of Platinum showcasing 18 perfectly matched GIA Certified (VVS/D-F) 0.40 Ct Emerald Cut Diamonds Set in Shared Prong Mode. 1 diamond is D color...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Braided Band Emerald Halo White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring, set to captivate with a central prong-set diamond featuring a remarkable emerald cut. Weighing an impressive 1.2 and graded with a b...
Diamond, White Gold
$712,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 9.14 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Trillion Side Stones
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 9.14 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Trillion Side Stones in Platinum A breathtaking masterpiece of timeless elegance, this ring showcases a spectacular GIA Certif...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$7,128Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Intense Yellow Emerald Diamond 1.36 Carat TW Plat Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful Platinum setting with a natural emerald cut yellow diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Spectra Fine Jewelry GIA Certified 10.32 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary platinum ring features a stunning 10.32-carat emerald-cut diamond, certified H color and VS2 clarity by the GIA.
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.
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