GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Emerald Halo Engraved Openwork Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
In excellent vintage condition, this diamond ring is GIA certified, affirming its quality and authenticity.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Emerald Halo Engraved Openwork Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
In excellent vintage condition, this diamond ring is GIA certified, affirming its quality and authenticity.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Emerald Halo Engraved Openwork Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
In excellent vintage condition, this diamond ring is GIA certified, affirming its quality and authenticity.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$8,269Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.31ct Emerald Entwined Garden Flower Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Expertly handcrafted, this ring not only showcases exceptional craftsmanship but is also GIA certified, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity of the diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold
$8,744Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.29ct Emerald Entwined Garden Flower Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Expertly handcrafted, this ring not only showcases exceptional craftsmanship but is also GIA certified, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity of the diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$12,872Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.71ct Emerald Entwined Garden Flower Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Expertly handcrafted, this ring not only showcases exceptional craftsmanship but is also GIA certified, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity of the diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Emerald Diamond Bamboo Shank Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a stunning centerpiece of a emerald diamond, weighing 1.20 , with a mesmerizing I and VS1. The unique tropical bamboo mo...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Entwined Prong Cathedral Emerald Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 0.8 Color: I Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Entwined Prong Cathedral Emerald 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: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Entwined Prong Cathedral Emerald Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 0.8 Color: F Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.63ct GIA Certified Fine Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Seven Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
GIA Certified Fine Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Five Stone Ring. 1.63 Carat total. 1.16 carat natural emerald centre stone with an intense vivid green colour.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$15,378Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Solitaire Emerald Halo Infinity Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Showcasing an enchanting design, this remarkable diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified emerald F VS2 1.5 center diamond, ex...
Diamond, White Gold
$19,067Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Solitaire Emerald Halo Infinity Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Showcasing an enchanting design, this remarkable diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified emerald G VS1 1.7 center diamond, ex...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$17,015Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Emerald Twisted Braided Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 1.7 Color: G Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
$35,967Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.5 Carat Emerald Twisted Braided Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 2.5 Color: H Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$6,404Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Emerald Twisted Braided Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 1.21 Color: H Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$552,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 10-Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 10-Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum Discover the pinnacle of sophistication with this GIA-certified masterpiece: 💎 Center Diamond: Weight: 10 carats Shap...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.5 Carat Emerald Halo Curved Bypass Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The exquisite arrangement of stones is a testament to the artistry involved, offering a ring that is as unique as it is beautiful. Certified by GIA, this ring is meticulously crafte...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Emerald Halo Curved Bypass Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The exquisite arrangement of stones is a testament to the artistry involved, offering a ring that is as unique as it is beautiful. Certified by GIA, this ring is meticulously crafte...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.24 Carat Twisted Band Emerald Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 2.24 Color: E Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.31 Carat Twisted Band Emerald Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 1.31 Color: J Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Twisted Band Emerald Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 1.21 Color: H Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold...
Diamond, White Gold
$2,000,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 27 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite ring boasts a magnificent 27 carat emerald-cut diamond as its centerpiece, certified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) to ensure its exceptional quality an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Vintage Emerald Halo Cluster 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: Yellow Gold...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Vintage Emerald Halo Cluster 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: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Vintage Emerald Halo Cluster Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Emerald Carat: 0.9 Color: F Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.24 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: 2.24 Color: E Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.7 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: 1.7 Color: I Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$6,508Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Emerald Solitaire Tulip Rose Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A radiant diamond ring featuring a stunning center stone of emerald shape, weighing 1.2 and certified for its exceptional quality with ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$18,456Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.2 Carat Emerald Solitaire Tulip Rose Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A radiant diamond ring featuring a stunning center stone of emerald shape, weighing 2.2 and certified for its exceptional quality with ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Certified GIA Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
Dover Jewelry Present this Stunning Square Colombian Emerald Diamonds handcrafted is solid platinum. Displaying vibrancy and elegance, it is centered with 1 genuine square cut Emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.31 Carat Natural Emerald Diamonds Ring 14 Karat 'F1'*
Located in New York, NY
Halo Green. 3.31ct. Natural Emerald Ring GIA Certified: #1333185542 (To Accompany) 9.70 X 7.46 x 5.59mm Full cut Emerald Cut brilliant Clean Clarity & Transparent (F1) Viv...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 4.83 Carat Emerald Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified 4.83 Carat Emerald Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring This ring has a Pear Cut Emerald that weighs 4.19 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Report Certified 4.09 Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
GIA report certified 4.09-carat emerald-cut diamond solitaire engagement ring
Diamond, Platinum
$304,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.13 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 6.13 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum with Tapered Baguette Side Stones An extraordinary GIA certified emerald cut diamond of 6.13 carats, graded G color and...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.29 Carat Braided Band Emerald Halo 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 1.29 and graded with a ...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Pave Hidden Halo Emerald Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Showcasing a stunning 1.21 emerald diamond, this diamond ring captivates with exceptional brilliance and clarity. Graded H and VS2, the...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 11.00 Carat VVS Emerald Shape Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
*💎 The Statement Diamond 💎* A _huge 11.00 carats emerald shape natural diamond in J Color , VVS Clarity GIA Certified_ set in a contemporary design in 18K white gold..
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Pave Hidden Halo Emerald Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
***Save this item ❤️ to get availability & price updates*** Showcasing a stunning 1.71 emerald diamond, this diamond ring captivates with exceptional brilliance and clarity. Gra...
Diamond, Platinum
AIG Certified 3.00 Carat Zambian Emerald GIA Certified 1.00 Ct 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Adorn yourself and add a touch of charm and sophistication on your look. Stunning ring come in 18k gold with a lustrous Natural Zambian Emerald of 3,00 carats, in perfect pear shape,...
Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.87 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified 1.87 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Ring This ring has a 1.03 Carat Oval Cut Emerald and is surrounded by Natural Round Cut Diamonds that weighs 0.84 Carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$50,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3 Carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This sophisticated solitaire ring features a magnificent square emerald-cut diamond, weighing approximately 3 carats. The center stone is accompanied by a GIA diamond grading report,...
Diamond, Emerald
GIA Certified 1.40 Carat Emerald Hidden Halo Pave 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: Metal: Platinum DID: 7619-02...
Diamond, Platinum
Angara Natural GIA Certified Emerald-Cut Emerald Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Emerald-Cut Emerald Halo Ring with DiamondsMay Birthstone Ring for Women: Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 2...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Emerald-Cut Emerald Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Claw-Set GIA Certified Emerald-Cut Emerald Ring with DiamondsMay Birthstone Ring for Women: Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for t...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Emerald-Cut Emerald Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Emerald-Cut Emerald Split Shank Ring with DiamondsMay Birthstone Ring for Women: Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift fo...
Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Vintage Emerald Milgrain Band 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 features a captivating emerald J VS1 1.01 center stone, exquisitely prong set to en...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.81 Carat Vintage Emerald Milgrain Band 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 features a captivating emerald G VS1 0.81 center stone, exquisitely prong set to en...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Vintage Emerald Milgrain Band 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 features a captivating emerald I VS1 1.2 center stone, exquisitely prong set to enh...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.15 Carat Hidden Halo Emerald Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a stunning centerpiece, this diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 2.15 , graded G and SI1.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2ct Emerald Slim Band Classic Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating timeless elegance, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning emerald center stone weighing 2. The exquisite brillianc...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Celtic Knot Emerald Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a captivating emerald I VS1 1.2 center stone radiates unparalleled elegance. The centerpiece is secured in a delicate four-...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.8ct Emerald Slim Band Classic Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating timeless elegance, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning emerald center stone weighing 0.8. The exquisite brillia...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Celtic Knot Emerald Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a captivating emerald G VS1 1.5 center stone radiates unparalleled elegance. The centerpiece is secured in a delicate four-...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.97ct Emerald Slim Band Classic Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating timeless elegance, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning emerald center stone weighing 0.97. The exquisite brilli...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Emerald Diamond Band Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a scintillating emerald center stone weighing 0.9 , adorned with a captivating J and VS1 rating, ensuring exceptional br...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 17.02 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This absolutely stunning ring boasts a gorgeous 17.02 carat emerald, GIA certified Colombian with moderate clarity enhancement and measuring 17.59 x 15.51 x 11.75 mm.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.21ct Emerald Pave Trellis Entwined Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a brilliant centerpiece, where a mesmerizing emerald J VS1 2.21 diamond elegantly sits in a four-prong entwined setting tha...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2ct Emerald Pave Trellis Entwined Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a brilliant centerpiece, where a mesmerizing emerald H VS1 2 diamond elegantly sits in a four-prong entwined setting that e...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.2ct Emerald Pave Trellis Entwined Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a brilliant centerpiece, where a mesmerizing emerald H VS1 2.2 diamond elegantly sits in a four-prong entwined setting that...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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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