GIA Certified 1.01ct oval cut red ruby and .50ct diamonds ring 14kt Raised Deck*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.01Ct Natural Ruby Ring` Report: 2171124180 Oval cut Clean Clarity & Transparent 7.15 X 5.02 X 3.32mm GIA: Red Heated & Origin Please see prime origin...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
GIA Certified Unheated Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.93 carats with Diamond 0.36 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 1.3 cm Length: 0.9 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.30 grams Ruby Width: 0.6 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and 1.04 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.72 Carat GIA Certified Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring, Vivid Red, 18K White Gold
Located in Plantation, FL
A refined and elegant ruby and diamond ring centered by a vibrant 1.72 carat natural Burmese ruby, displaying a rich vivid red hue with excellent presence. The oval brilliant-cut ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 27.13 Carat Natural Pink Kunzite Ruby Diamonds Ring 14 Karat Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Subtle Pink & Reds Clustered 27.13ct. Natural Kunzite Ring 19.6 X 15.15 x 10.54mm Cabochon cut. Light Purple Pink Strong, even tone. .80ct Natural Round Red Rubies .30ct s...
Diamond, Kunzite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 1.5Ct Ruby Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds: Solid 14K Gold, 7x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
1.5 ct Burma Ruby ring showcasing a vivid 7×6 mm centerpiece, accented with earth-mined diamonds for radiant contrast. Crafted in solid 14K gold, this timeless piece blends rich col...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Ruby and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, 2.41 Carats in White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous ruby and diamond cocktail ring features a 2.41 carat, rich red ruby with accompanying Gemological Institute of America Report #1156860952 certifying its authenticity. F...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.08 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.08 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red, Burmese Ruby and 1.16 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
GIA Certified Unheated Ruby 7.57 carats, Ruby 0.80 carat and Diamond 1.25 carats Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 11.06 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 0.78 Carat Ruby Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The centre of the ring is a heart shaped GIA (Gemological Institute of America) certified natural Burmese ruby without any heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.66 Carat Ruby Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The centre of the ring is a heart shaped GIA (Gemological Institute of America) certified natural Burmese ruby without any heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Burmese Pigeon's Blood Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Burmese Pigeon's Blood Ruby 2.03 carats with Diamond 0.39 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.6 cm Length: 0.8 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 4.23 grams "We first opened...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.07 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Natural No Heat Burmese Ruby and 0.97 Carat Diamond accents.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.61 Carat Oval Cut Purple Red Ruby 1.01Carat Diamonds Ring 18 kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.61Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 6177094723 Oval cut Clean Clarity 8.53 X 6.50 X 3.15mm GIA: Purpulish Red Heat Only. 1.01ct. side round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.06 Carat Oval Cut Red No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ballerina Ring 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.50Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5191792586 Oval cut Clean Clarity 8.28 X 6.49 X 2.87mm GIA: Purplish Red No Heat / Fully Natural 1.50ct. side round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.19 Carat Oval Cut Red No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.19Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 6193270038 Oval cut Clean Clarity 7.47 X 4.88 X 3.54mm GIA: Purplish Red No Heat / Fully Natural .20ct. side round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$5,984Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Pigeon's Blood Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.94 carats with Diamond 0.34 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 1.7 cm Length: 2.5 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 8.50 grams "We first opened d...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA & AGL Certified No-Heat Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA & AGL Certified 1.87 Carat No-Heat Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Gold An exquisite statement piece showcasing a rare unheated ruby of exceptional quality, certified by bo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Mozambique Unheated Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Mozambique Unheated Ruby 3.05 carats with Diamond 2.49 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 1.8 cm Length: 2.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 11.22 gr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.76 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.76 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Ring A platinum ring centering a GIA-certified cushion-cut diamond flanked by two round-cut rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.70Ct Round Brilliant Step Cut Natural Ruby
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
This classic, custom designed ring features a beautiful deep red Round Brilliant Ruby with a GIA Grading Report. The ruby is surrounded by 10 large natural white diamonds that weigh...
Ruby
GIA Certified Burmese Pigeon's Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pigeon's Blood Ruby 1.23 carats and Diamond 3.59 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 8.10 grams "We first opened doors i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.40 Carat Vintage Style 14K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning vintage-inspired target ring showcases a 0.40 carat GIA certified round brilliant diamond at its center, graded H color and SI2 clarity, providing a bright white and ey...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.09 Carat Burma No-Heat Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Additionally, it is certified by the GIA as natural with no treatment of any kind!
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.09 'Fancy Intense Yellow' and GRS 'Red' Ruby in 18K Gold Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning ruby and colourful diamond ring. The ruby weighs 4.43 carat and is certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, no heat, and 'Red'.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.03ct Vivid Red Pigeon Blood Burma Heated Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This natural pigeon blood ruby ring is set with sparkling round brilliant diamonds in solid gold, creating a timeless design that feels both elegant and refined. Pigeon blood ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.22ct Untreated Deep Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Oval East West Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Untreated Deep Red Ruby GIA Certified 18k Yellow Gold East West Signet Style Ring.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Ruby and Diamond 6.10 Carat 18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautiful brilliant cushion cut natural corundum ruby is GIA certified, prong set in 18 karat yellow gold and surrounded by prong-set tapered baguette and round diamonds in a timeles...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.40 Carat Natural, No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.40 Carat Natural No Heat Ruby and 0.41 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.89 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ships from USA. No Tariffs. This ring features a rare 0.89-carat GIA-certified heart-cut ruby from Burma, prized for its "pigeon blood" color and untreated natural beauty.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Diamond GIA Certified No Heat Sapphire and Burmese Ruby Bypass Ring
By DeKaraDesign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Free Sizing Latest DeKara Design Ring! A substantial designer style platinum ring combines a GIA certified pear shape vivid red Burmese ruby with an unheated pear shape GIA certifi...
Baguette Diamond Halo GIA Certified 5.08 Carat Oval Burma Ruby Engagement Ring
By DeKaraDesign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a One of a Kind Handmade Baguette and Round Diamond Engagement Ring Featuring a HUGE and AMAZING GIA Certified 5.08 Carat Oval Burma Ruby Created in Platinum!
GIA Certified 2.40 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.40 Carat Natural Ruby and 0.52 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring Yellow and White Gold, 4.61 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original designer ring features a large, fine, blood-red ruby weighing 4.61 carats! Boasting color and clarity seen in only the finest gems, this stunning ruby has been bezel se...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Oval Sri Lankan Ruby & Diamond Halo in 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stone Information - --------------------------------------------- Primary Stone(s): Ruby - Stone Grading: - Origin: Thailand - Report #: GIA 5232957482 - Color: Red - Cut: Oval - Tr...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified Unheated 4 carat Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Ruby 4.19 carats with Diamond 0.40 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 0.7 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 10.59 grams "We fir...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 4 Cts Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.0 carats with Diamond 1.76 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 1.6 cm Length: 2.0 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 9.72 grams Ruby Width: 0.7 c...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Unheated Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring in Yellow Gold
By Jae's Jewelers
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 karat yellow gold 3 stone ring featuring a 3.40 carat oval cut unheated eye-clean Thai ruby with GIA report 2235346604 accented by 2 oval cut diamonds of G color and VS2 clarity (...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.54 Carat Oval Cut Red Ruby .88 Carat Diamonds Ring 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.54Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 2175098047 Oval cut Clean Clarity 6.67 X 6.19 X 4.61mm GIA: Red Heat Only. .88ct. side round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Unheated 1.56 Cts Ruby with Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.56 carats with Diamond 0.71 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 1.5 cm Length: 0.9 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 4.03 grams "We first op...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 4.94 Carat Natural Vivid Red Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Origin*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Ruby & Diamonds ring. Classic Three's All Rubies are certified & origin. 2.11ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.86 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby And Diamond Ring In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The ruby has been certified by GIA as Burmese and without any heat treatment.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 4cts Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald 4.79 carats, Ruby 6.55 carats and Diamond 1.66 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 2.1 cm Length: 2.2 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 17.21 gram...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century 3.00 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond 18k White Gold Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A captivating ruby, weighing approximately 3 carats, commands attention in this exquisite ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.54 Carat No Heat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold GIA Certified
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified No Heat oval Ruby weighing 1.54 carats Measuring (8.15x6.69x2.85) mm Diamonds quality is H-VS2-Si1 Baguette Diamonds are .29 carats Round Diamonds are .37 carats Set in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.26 Carat No Heat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold GIA Certified
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified No Heat Ruby weighing 1.26 carats Measuring (8.17x5.97x2.66) mm Diamonds quality is H-VS2-Si1 Baguette Diamonds are .31 carats Round Diamonds are .38 carats Set in 18 k...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Oval 1.92ct Ruby Double Halo Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Encircled with a dazzling double halo of diamonds, the GIA certified oval ruby radiates an eye-catching red hue.
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 3.00CT Burma Ruby & Diamond Antique Style Platinum 3 Stone Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A ruby weighing 3.00ct of Burmese origin, is the centerpiece for this gorgeous, platinum three-stone ring. The ruby is accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America certificate #...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Two Tone Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Ruby Diamond Two Tone Gold Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Thai Heart Shape Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.56 carats with Diamond 0.77 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 7.0 grams GIA 6485732633 "We first opened d...
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Oval 1.92 ct Ruby Ring with Diamond in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Sparkling diamonds glitter around the GIA certified oval ruby, intensifying its purplish red hue.
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Oval Ruby and Diamond 3 Stone Ring 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Exuding a fiery brilliance, the GIA certified oval ruby is in perfect harmony with the flanking half-moon diamonds.
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 4.53ct natural No Heat red ruby diamonds ring 18kt fancy yellows*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Ruby & Yellow Diamonds Ring 2.07ct.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond GIA Certified No Heat 3.64 Carat Pear Shape Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750. 12.70 Grams. Stones- 1 No Heat Pear Shape Ruby 0.98 Carats, 71 Round Diamonds G-H Color SI1 Clarity 2.66 Carats. GIA Rep...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.10 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby Ring Set in Platinum and 18k Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum and 18K Gold featuring a GIA Certified 2.106 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and 3.682 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$240,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 5 Carat Unheated/Untreated Ruby from Mozambique
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A truly magnificent classic ring. This spectacular investment grade three stone engagement ring features a incredible cushion cut 5 carat pure red ruby. Exquisite 5.02-Carat Unhe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.6 Carat Burma Ruby Minor Heat and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 3.6 Carat of very clean natural GIA Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring GIA report 3215496405 Burma Ruby is Minor Heat Gold: 10 Gm Yellow gold Diamonds:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
22 Karat Gold Ring with Oval Brilliant Cut Natural Ruby 3.04 Carat GIA Certified
By Malcolm Betts
Located in London, GB
3.2mm 22 Karat gold ring with oval brilliant cut natural ruby 3.04ct GIA certed . handmade in Notting Hill London by renowned British jewellery designer Malcolm Betts. This is very b...
Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$200,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA GRS Certified 6.61 Carat Vivid Red Oval Ruby Diamond Ring BURMA NO HEAT
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Centering on a vivid red ruby heart shaped ruby framed by two rows of diamonds this stone is extremely high quality
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
GIA Certified 2.68 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Ring In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
It has a centre piece Burma Ruby No Heat weighing 2.68 carat approximately and 34 pieces of square shaped rubies weighing approximately 2.40 carats.All the rubies are GIA certified a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories 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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