$116,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6.27 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold and sophisticated three-stone ring centered by a natural Colombian emerald weighing 6.27 carats, accompanied by a GRS Gemstone Report. The emerald is cut in a classic octagon...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 11 Carat Ceylon Cushion Sapphire UNHEATED Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 11 Carat Ceylon Cushion Sapphire UNHEATED Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Diana M. Custom 18kt Ruby Ring 10.01ct Certified By GRS
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18kt Yellow Gold Ruby Ring 10.01ct Certified By GRS set with 2.00 Cts.
Ruby, 18k Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 2.64 Carat Cushion MUZO Green Emerald Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A masterpiece of timeless elegance, this exquisite ring showcases a striking 2.64-carat cushion shaped emerald of vivid green hue, certified insignificant oil by GRS.
Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GRS Certified 1.43 Carat Vivid Green Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
Known for its vivid green hue, this octagon-cut emerald is certified by GRS (GemResearch Swisslab) with an "insignificant" level of treatment, affirming its natural beauty and brilli...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
7.60 Carat Colombian Emerald GRS Certified Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The centerpiece of this ring is a mesmerizing 7.60 Carat Cushion Cut Vivid Green Colombian Emerald, certified by GRS with insignificant oil treatment, radiating with a captivating al...
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 3.57 Carat Zambian Emerald Cluster Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A tribute to timeless glamour and natural elegance, this exquisite ring centers a vivid green 3.57 carat natural emerald of Zambian origin, GRS-certified with insignificant clarity e...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$160,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6.30 Carat NO HEAT BURMA Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
It is a great choice for a wedding band or a stand alone piece. The ruby has been certified by GRS as unheated and untreated and from BURMA origin - 0.90ct of very high quality bri...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 2.99 Oval Cut Burma Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS certified 2.99 oval cut Burmese origin unheated ruby and diamond halo ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6.01 Carat Oval Cut Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking ruby ring centers on an oval-cut natural ruby weighing 6.01 carats, accompanied by a GRS Gemresearch Swisslab gemstone report, which identifies the stone as a natural r...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 3.20 Carat Vivid Green Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
The emerald, sourced from Zambia, radiates a vivid green hue, certified with minor enhancements by GRS, affirming its exceptional quality and rarity.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$76,800Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6 Carat Minor Oil Green Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Experience unparalleled sophistication with our GRS-certified Cushion Cut Natural Emerald Ring, where timeless beauty meets modern allure.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$72,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 8.23 Carat Minor Oil Cushion Green Emerald Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Certified by GRS, this exceptional gemstone displays a vivid green hue, masterfully cut in a cushion shape with a brilliant/step cut combination to enhance its depth and brilliance.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Switzerland Certified 7 Carat Blue Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This unenhanced Ceylon sapphire with no evidence of heat treatments and has been certified by the Swiss laboratory GRS The ring has been made in solid platinum with two highly valua...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GRS Certified 14.7mm x 12mm Columbian Minor Emerald Ring. Large Statement Ring!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
XXL in Size. This emerald is certified by 2 labs, GRS and ICA lab to be from Colombia with minor treatment.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified Oval-Cut Unheated Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Centering an 7.25 Carat Cornflower Blue Ceylon (Sri-Lanka) Sapphire, accented by Heart-Shape Pink Diamonds and Round-Brilliant Cut White Diamonds, and set in 18K White Gold, this uni...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k...
$272,000Sale Price|20% Off
Gubelin GRS Certified 9 Ct. Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Centering a cushion-shaped sapphire, flanked by 9 cushion-shaped diamonds, decorated throughout with pear and marquise diamonds. Size 6 Platinum Accompanied by Gubelin and Grs report
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GRS Certified Natural Rare Afghan Emerald Diamond Ring - Vivid Green
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Natural Afghan Emerald AAAA highest heirloom quality Colour: Vivid Green Weight of emerald : 1 carat Conflict free natural diamonds. Weight of diamonds: 1.3 carats Meta...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$30,800Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Switzerland Certified 3.30 Carat Colombian Emerald Cocktail Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
ELEGANT Colombian EMERALD AND DIAMOND RING This marvelous cocktail ring with exquisite pave of diamonds and set in platinum ring has a Rare Colombian Emerald weighing 3.30 carats ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
Muzo Emerald diamond ring 18KT RARE GRS certified Muzo green
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A very rare emerald Muzo green emerald certified by GRS weighing 10.18ct, made in 18KT white gold with natural emeralds and diamonds in stunning pave design.
Diamond, Emerald
GRS Certified 2.00 Carat Burmese Ruby, Tsavorite & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
Embrace the essence of elegance with this stunning ring, showcasing a magnificent 2.00-carat heart-shaped ruby at its center. This beautiful ruby, with its rich deep red color, is so...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
5.56 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring, GRS Certified No-Heat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted from platinum, the ring embodies a contemporary elegance. Certified by GRS as natural blue sapphire, no heat treatment, origin is Sri Lanka.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
5.56 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring, GRS Certified No-Heat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted from platinum, the ring embodies a contemporary elegance. Certified by GRS as natural blue sapphire, no heat treatment, origin is Sri Lanka.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GRS Certified 6.78 Carat Colombian Emerald & Baguette Diamond Platinum Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
A true one-of-a-kind, handmade ring. Center stone is mounted in an elaborate baguette-cut diamond halo..This ring is for those with a refined and sophisticated taste in fine jewelry....
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
No-Heat Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring, AGL GRS Certified
Located in New York, NY
This platinum ring showcases a spectacular 20.09 ct natural no-heat sapphire accented by 2.91 carats of diamonds, certified by AGL, GRS, Gübelin, and SSEF.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified 20.00 Carat No Heat Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum vault at Emilio Jewelry, Located On New York’s Iconic Fifth Avenue: Showcasing a magnificent natural Grs certified no heat ceylon sapphire weighing over 20 carats! Se...
Sapphire
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 7 Carat Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
- 7ct size natural emerald - GRS certified - Gorgeous green color! - Beautiful emerald cut - Insignificant Oil
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$18,840Sale Price|20% Off
Bora & Co GRS Certified 2.28ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bora & Co GRS Certified 2.28ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring A stunning display of refined elegance, this Bora & Co ring showcases a vivid 2.28-carat GRS-certified Col...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Contemporary Yellow Gold Engagement Ring with GRS Certified Pink Spinel
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold contemporary Engagement Ring by the artist is encrusted with 3.64 carats of natural pink spinel from Burma (Myanmar), featuring a rare cushion author perfec...
Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 14 Ct. MINOR OIL Green Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A one of kind 14 carat cushion cut green emerald certified as minor oil flanked by cadillac and baguette diamonds set in 18k white gold
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$71,200Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.12 Carat Insignificant Oil Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
✨ EXCEPTIONAL 5.12 CARAT GRS-CERTIFIED INSIGNIFICANT OIL EMERALD CUT DIAMOND RING ✨ A true masterpiece of elegance and rarity, this stunning 5.12-carat emerald-cut diamond is GRS-ce...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$132,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4.00 Carat Vivid Red “Pigeon’s Blood” Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 4.00 Carat Vivid to Deep Red “Pigeon’s Blood” Ruby & Diamond Ring A truly exceptional piece for the discerning collector, this ring showcases a GRS-certified 4.00 cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified 10.00 Carat No Heat Padparascha Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum vault at Emilio Jewelry, a dealer located on New York's iconic 5th Avenue, Center Stone: Grs Certified weighing over 10.00ct as Padparascha with a Pastel Orangy-Pink...
Padparadscha Sapphire
GRS Certified 7.21 Carat Colombian Emerald Muzo Minor Oil Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
It has been certified by GRS as Colombian, natural, and with minor to moderate oil treatment.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.63 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring, GRS Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking cushion-cut ruby, weighing 2.63 carats, commands attention at the center of this contemporary ring. The ruby, with its vivid red hue, is surrounded by a halo of mixed-cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 3 Carat Purplish Red NO HEAT Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 3 Carat No-Heat Purplish Red Ruby Ring Lively.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
Certified Natural Mozambique Ruby Ring Pear Shape Diamond 7.13 Carat GRS
Located in Great Neck, NY
Center Stone: 7.13ct Natural Mozambique Ruby Diamond Weight: Approx. 5.50 Carats Total Certification: GRS Certified
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Whit...
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
MINOR OIL GRS Certified 11.21 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
11.21 Carat Green Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring in Platinum Celebrate timeless elegance with this stunning emerald cut diamond ring, meticulously crafted to perfection. endless...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$80,000Sale Price|20% Off
MINOR OIL GRS Certified 6.14 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
6.14 Carat Green Emerald Diamond Eternity Ring in Platinum Celebrate timeless elegance with this stunning emerald cut diamond ring, meticulously crafted to perfection. endless love...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 12 Carat DEEP Green Emerald NO OIL Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning ring is crafted in 18k white gold, featuring a captivating 12-carat emerald-cut Zambian emerald at its center. The vivid green hue of the emerald is beautifully enhance...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 5.87 Carat Colombian Emerald Three Stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
This elegant three-stone ring features a GRS-certified 5.87-carat Colombian emerald, renowned for its exceptional origin and distinctive pear shape.
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
4.73 Carat GRS Certified Oval Blue Sapphire & Double Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The sapphire is GRS certified (#2024-039562). Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: 14K White Gold Sapphire Weight: 4.73 carats (10.55 x 8.79 x 6.00mm) Sapphire Origin: Ceylon Sapphire Co...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$54,800Sale Price|20% Off
Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring – 4.78 Carat GRS Certified Emerald
Located in Chicago, IL
A timeless and elegant emerald and diamond cluster ring centered on a captivating 4.78 carat Colombian emerald. Beautifully fashioned in an octagonal step cut, the natural emerald di...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$98,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 9 Carat Blue Sapphire Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite 9.60 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring This stunning ring features a remarkable 9.60-carat natural sapphire of Sri Lankan origin, certified by GRS (Gemresea...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$40,000Sale Price|20% Off
INSIGNICANT OIL GRS Certified 2 Carat Round Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
INSIGNICANT OIL GRS Certified 2 Carat Round Cut Diamond Platinum Ring Set in platinum two heart shape diamonds weight 0.80 carats
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.97 Carat GRS Certified Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Certified by GRS Lab as "Royal Blue", this captivating Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire weighs 2.97 carat, originating from Sri Lanka.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$160,000Sale Price|20% Off
Grs Certified 8 Carat Blue Cushion NO HEAT Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover the exquisite allure of Madagascar sapphires, renowned for their unparalleled saturation and velvety glow, a true marvel of nature. Once sourced from original mines now depl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
$148,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6.30 Carat No-Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly collectible ring centered by a GRS-certified 6.30 carat natural ruby of Burmese origin (Mogok, Myanmar), set in platinum and flanked by fine white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent 7.14-Carat GRS Certified Vivid Green Emerald Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
Magnificent 7.14-Carat GRS Certified Vivid Green Emerald Ring in Platinum Experience the allure of one of nature’s rarest treasures — a breathtaking 7.14-carat emerald of exceptiona...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.04Ct Very Fine GRS Certified Natural Oval Burmese Ruby Ring
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
This is an absolutely stunning ring. It features a Natural 2.04Ct Oval Burmese Ruby flanked by 2 Natural Pear Shape Burmese Rubies of 1.00Ct Total Weight and 38 Natural White Round B...
Ruby, Platinum
$108,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 11.27 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire and Trillion Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The centerpiece is a natural sapphire weighing 11.27 carats, oval cut, certified by GRS GemResearch Swisslab. The sapphire displays a vivid blue color, classified by GRS as “Royal Bl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4.66 Carat Unheated Burmese Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 4.66 Carat Unheated Burmese Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold A magnificent 18K white gold ring featuring a natural unheated Royal Blue sapphire...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry GRS Certified 2.07 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a breathtaking 2.07-carat emerald-cut Colombian emerald, certified by GRS as "minor", a mark of superior quality and rarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified Untreated Sapphire 5.11 Cornflower Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Centering a cushion shaped sapphire flanked by trillion-shaped diamonds, decorated throughout with round diamonds. emerald weighing 5.11 carats Size 6 Platinum the sapphire is unhe...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 3.43 Carat Cushion Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquite Rectangular emerald-cut sapphire of 3.43 carats insignificant oil emerald with trapezoid side diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Spectra Fine Jewelry GRS Certified Colombian Emerald Cocktail Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Total weight of the emeralds is 6.52 carats. The emeralds are certified by GRS lab, stating that they are Colombian with minor clarity enhancement.
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.73 Carat GRS Certified Oval Blue Sapphire & Double Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The sapphire is GRS certified (#2024-039562). Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: 14K White Gold Sapphire Weight: 4.73 carats (10.55 x 8.79 x 6.00mm) Sapphire Origin: Ceylon Sapphire Co...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.72 Cts Columbian Minor Muzo Emerald Ring. Special Appendix
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! This emerald is certified by GRS lab to be from Colombia. The emerald is important enough to have a GRS special appendix stating that this emerald is d...
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$54,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A STUNNING red ruby diamond ring! GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby Diamond Ring 1 carats of white side diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.15 ct Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring, GRS Certified, No Heat
Located in Roma, IT
This exceptional ring features a vivid 3.15 carat natural ruby from Mozambique, certified by GRS with no indications of thermal treatment.
Diamond, Ruby
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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