Antique Ring 3 Diamonds 1ctw. solid 18K Gold Silver Ø7.5 US /2.9gr
Located in SE
Old Ring with 3 old European cut Diamonds, band in solid 18K Yellow Gold (tested) with Silver clusters. No hallmarks made ca. 1900s -1920s Largest central oval cut Diamond 5 mm x 4...
Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Antique Ring Blue Ribbon 0.7ctw Diamonds Enamel 18K solid Gold ØUS6.5 /2.74gr
Located in SE
Cobalt Blue Enamel, Diamonds on 18K Yellow Gold. Reminds closely ' Bagues de Firmament ' or " Rings of the Heavens" as the diamonds represent celestial bodies in the deep blue night ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Halo Ring 0.9 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø 6US/ 2.3 gr
Located in SE
Antique Halo Ring with Diamonds, ca 1920s -1930s, likely German or Danish. No hallmarks, band tested solid 14K Rose Gold. Crown with top in White Gold or Silver holding 11 old diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
antique sapphire and diamond ring
Located in Uccle, BE
Antique gold 18 Karat ring circa 1900/ 1910. The ring is set with a round deep blue Ceylon sapphire of approximately 0.80 Carats and two old European cut diamonds for a total of ap...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 9 Carat Gold Fancy Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The 9ct gold band is engraved with a fancy design on both of the outer edges of the band. Ring Size: P or 7 1/2 Band Width: 5mm Weight: 2.44g
Gold
Antique Ring 0.6 ct. Ruby 0.5 ctw Diamonds 14K Gold ØUS 5.5 / 3 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful German Art Nouveau period Ruby and Diamonds Ring with parts in solid 14K Yellow Gold and White Gold / or Silver. Ca. 1900s -1910s, no hallmarks. Band and bridge in solid 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 9 Carat Gold Engraved Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This band has engraving all the way around but it is very subtle due to the age of the piece and the wear. Modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 Band Width: 5.5mm Weight: 2.6g
Gold
Antique Cluster Ring 0.5ctw Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Silver Ø US6 /2.2 gr
Located in SE
Old ring set with a silver cluster of nine rose-cut diamonds attached to 18K Gold hoop. Hallmarked 18K , no maker's marks. Made in Europe ca 1900s -1920s Measurements: crown is Ø 8...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Three-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful three-stone ring featuring a trio of old mine cut diamonds. Each round faceted diamond has been collectively milgrain set, creating a harmonious and balance...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Sapphire Ruby Old Cut Diamond Toi Et Moi Cluster 18k yellow gold ring
Located in London, GB
An original Edwardian Natural Ruby, sapphire and old cut diamond cluster toi et moi ring set into 18ct yellow gold. A pretty 18carat gold Edwardian double heart ring that has been ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Madeira Citrine Diamond Platinum 14 KT ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Genuine Edwardian period Madeira Citrine and Diamond ring crafted of solid Platinum and 14 Kt gold for the back shank, tested 1900 ca Superbly hand crafted during the period in a cla...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1900s 2.59 Carat Oval Cut Tourmaline and 1.95 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine antique cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique German Ring 1ctw. natural Sapphire Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold ØUS7/3g
Located in SE
Beautiful ca. XIX -early XX-century antique Halo type ring. Band in tested 18K Rose Gold. The Crown's top in Silver decorated with natural oval diamond cut Sapphire of medium Blue co...
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian 1900s 1.50 Carat Emerald and 1.20 Carat Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted with platinum and 18k yellow gold with a Square cut Emerald weighing approximately 1.50 carats and accenting Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximatel...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Diamond Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning diamond dress ring taken from the Edwardian period. This antique piece has been crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold and showcases an open curvaceous framed f...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Band Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 3.5 grams...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond and White Gold Trilogy Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.85 carat diamond and 18 Karat white gold trilogy ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive v...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1908 Nordic Halo Ring 0.5ct Sapphire 0.6ct Diamonds 18K Gold Silver ØUS5 /4gr
Located in SE
Halo ring with Silver crown on 18K Rose Gold plain band with natural light Blue Sapphire accented with rose cut Diamonds. Made in Sweden band hallmarked 18K , maker's hallmarks. Dat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1905 Antique Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 8.7.5 / 3 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with openwork crown arranged with 19 care cut Rubies and 5 natural Diamonds in Platinum clusters. Worn Swedish hallmarks: 18K, 3 crowns , maker's , year combination C7 = hand-...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 18 Carat Gold Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This edwardain ring is set with two diamonds and three rubies. The diamonds measure approximately 4 points each. The central ruby measures 10 points and the smaller ones measure 5pts...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Edwardian Natural Pearl .85 Ct Mine Cut Diamond Rare ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Precursors and avant-gardists, Belle Époque jewellery is incredibly original and inventive This superbly ESSE shaped ring boasts two natural not nucleated salt water Pearls of 5.8 mm...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 4.30 Carat Old Cut Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a distinguished three-stone ring featuring a beautiful trio of dazzling diamonds. Each round faceted antique stone has been expertly cut in the Old European style to sho...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
4.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring and additional shank are and exceptional gauge of platinum and gold and are in excellent condition.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 1.50ct Old Cut Diamond Twin Stone Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
Dating from the Edwardian period, this graceful twin stone diamond ring flows vertically from one 0.60 carat old cut diamond to another with glistening curves of petite grain set dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Halo Ring 1ct Sapphire 1.5 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø 8.25US/ 5.5 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful antique Halo Ring hand-made in Europe ca. late XIX - early XX cent. Not hallmarked. The crown of two tiers is composite / with clusters in Silver on a solid 14K Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Ring 0.65 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Rose Gold Silver Ø US 3.25/ 1.59 gr
Located in SE
Fine ring of design that was very popular in Europe in the late 19 - early 20 century period.Combination of Gold, Silver, and Diamonds of old European Diamond cut. Custom hand - mad...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
3.20 Carat Oval Amethyst Victorian Textured Flower Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Victorian Amethyst 18k rose and green gold flower textured Ring. Circa 1890 – 1900. 1 oval natural Amethyst, approx. total weight 3.20cts, 11 x 9mm Size 8.25 and sizeable 18...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau extremely rare Carved Portrait of a Lady Flowing Hair Ring
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This piece is extremely rare as it is a Ladies Head, Face and Flowing hair ring. This was done by a master in the Art Nouveau period. It is not signed and RB in script is all that i...
Coral, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
French Edwardian Untreated Ruby Diamond 18 KT/Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This breathtaking Edwardian ring is 1900/09 circa Elegantly designed as a flat crown panel, hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold with Platinum top French origin, hallmarked Set on one si...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Edwardian 1.08ct Old European Diamond Engagement Rin
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.2 grams Diamond Details: 1.08ct, Old European Brilliant, I Color, I...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA .88 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 8.75 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.45 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #: 2221176353 Weight: .88ct Cut: Old European brilliant Co...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Unisex Emerald and Diamond Band in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Australian 0.80 carat emerald and 0.97 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold dress ring/band; part of our diverse collection of antique rings.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.55ct Diamond Signet Ring, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
A characterful old cut diamond sits central in this Victorian signet ring dating to the 1900s. The diamond is 0.55 carat in weight, with a colour of G and clarity of SI1. The stone ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Wedding Band
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 8 Metal Type: 14 karat White Gold Weight: 1.7 grams Finger to Top of Stone Measurement: 1.67mm Width: 2.10mm
14k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Turquoise and Coral 18 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This glossy 18ct gold band holds a beautifully bright natural turquoise cabochon stones and coral. The stones are bright and beautiful and complimented by the yellow gold perfectly. ...
Turquoise, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian Pearl and 9 Carat Gold Five-Stone
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This pearl five stone ring has a chunky feel to it and is modelled in glossy 9carat gold. The pearls are se in simple claws. Ring Size: L 1/2 or 6 Band Width: 5mm Weight: 4.7g
Pearl, Gold
Antique 3.80ct Ceylon Sapphire and Natural Pearl, 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 3.80 carat Ceylon sapphire and natural pearl, 18k yellow gold trilogy ring; part of our diverse untreated sapphire ring collections.
Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an Edwardian 18ct yellow gold sapphire and diamond ring. The sapphires are a medium to dark blue hue and the diamonds are lovely white old cuts. The deep blue of the sapphire...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Unisex Antique Edwardian Rose Gold Platinum Diamond Band
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Rose Gold and Platinum Diamond Band Finger size: 9.5 Comfort Fit Width: 7.75 mm/ .3 inch Weight: 5.9 gram Country of origin: United States Gems: 18 pieces of Single Cut Dia...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Victorian 1.00ct Diamond Gypsy Ring, hallmarked 1905
Located in London, GB
This classic gypsy three stone ring features hallmarks dating it to 1905. The central old cut diamond weighs 0.50 carat with a flanking pair of 0.25 carat stones. The three diamonds ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.20ct Diamond Ring, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
This 1900's ring will simply sparkle on the wearers hand.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,018Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Three Stone Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.60 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Ring size is US 7 We can make any size. Box is not i...
Diamond, 18k Gold
AGL Certified Ruby and Old Mine Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified Ruby and Old Mine Diamond Ring A yellow gold ring centering a round-cut ruby flanked by two old mine cut diamonds. Accompanied by an AGL certificate stating ruby is o...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2.32 Carat Cushion Shaped Antique Rose Cut Diamond in Platinum and Yellow Gold
Located in Nashville, TN
This fabulous ring, a genuine Edwardian (Greek Revival) piece, has an approximate 2.32 ct cushion shaped rose cut diamond bezel set into its top. Enveloping the center stone are 8 ci...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Turquoise and Pearl 18 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The turquoise and pearl pop next to the glossy 18ct gold and compliment each other beautifully. The chunky gold band holds three turquoise stones and three pearls. Ring Size: N 1/2...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet ring holds two rows of pearls and in-between them are a row of three rose cut diamonds which add the perfect amount of sparkle to this ring. Size: K 1/2 or 5 1/2 Width:...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Edwardian 14K Multi color Gold 8 mm Wide Band Handmade Turquoise Size 7
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Edwardian 14K Multi color Gold 8 mm Wide Band Handmade Turquoise Size 7 8 mm wide 3.9 gram All original round Turquoise stones Authentic and Original American antique in excellen...
Turquoise, Gold
Edwardian Chrysoprase and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The chrysoprase stones set within this ring are so glossy and complemented by a hint of sparkle with rose cut diamond points. The gallery has scroll detail and the ring is modelled i...
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Gold
Antique Band, 1.50 Carats, Yellow Gold, Old European Cuts
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful antique band, featuring three old European cut diamonds weighing 1.50 carats total, each on a 14K yellow gold flushed setting. Size 9 US, resizable upon request. Circa ea...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K and 14K Antique 1.98 carat Australian Opal Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 10K yellow gold 1.98 carat opal ring with a new 14K yellow gold head.
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Double Row Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This double row band holds a total of 50pts worth of bright glistening diamonds. The ring is modelled in 18carat gold. Ring Size: P or 7 3/4 Panel Dimensions: 15x6mm Weight: 2.1g
Diamond, Gold
Circa 1900s 1.25cttw Old European Brilliant Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.6 grams Diamond Details: Weight: 1.25ct total weight Cut: Old Mine Brilliant ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum and Gold Inlay Wedding Band
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 4 Metal Type: 8 Karat Platinum & Gold Inlay Weight: 3.5 grams Engraving: "Junne & Puban June 9th 1903" Finger to Top of Stone Measurement: 2.11mm Width: 2...
Gold, Platinum
Antique Wedding Ring, W.M.C to M.N.D June 26, 1907, Size 7
Located in Upland, CA
About This Ring: This antique wedding ring boasts a beautiful patina and an inscription reading "W.M.C. to M.N.D. June 26, 1907", a timeless symbol of love and commitment. An ideal r...
14k Gold
Hallmarked 1907 Birmingham 18K Five Stone Citrine Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our Antique English Hallmarked 1907 Birmingham 18K Five Stone Ring with sparkling graduated citrines weighs a total of 2.10 carats. The soft orange yellow of the citrines blend perf...
Citrine, 18k Gold
Antique 0.60ct Sapphire and Diamond Ring, hallmarked 1902
Located in London, GB
A stunning blue sapphire is flanked by old cut diamonds in this wonderful antique ring hallmarked 1902. The central sapphire is an oval cut stone weighing 0.60 carat. The accompanyin...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,228Sale Price|25% Off
Share Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Band Ring C churoazr
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. Ring size is US 8 We can make any size. The box is not included. Please contact for any questions.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold 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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