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Antique 22k Gold Diamond Handmade Ring
Antique 22k Gold Diamond Handmade Ring

Antique 22k Gold Diamond Handmade Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This antique 19th century ring is crafted in high-karat 22k yellow gold and features a hand-cut

Category

19th Century Indian Georgian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bolivia Coin yellow ring 18KT gold handmade ring custom
Bolivia Coin yellow ring 18KT gold handmade ring custom

Bolivia Coin yellow ring 18KT gold handmade ring custom

Located in Jupiter, FL

Unique Bolivia Coin ring, made in 18KT gold, the ring appears to be made by hand from scratch, year

Category

17th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified .68 Carat Emerald Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring
GIA Certified .68 Carat Emerald Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring

GIA Certified .68 Carat Emerald Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

rose gold. Handmade ring with a platinum top and a rose gold shank. 1 octagonal cut green MI Emerald

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910

Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

In the centre of this beautifully handmade ring is an old cut diamond weighing 0.57 carat. It has

Category

1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Rare Antique "Regard Ring" 12ct Yellow Gold English C/1868
Rare Antique "Regard Ring" 12ct Yellow Gold English C/1868

Rare Antique "Regard Ring" 12ct Yellow Gold English C/1868

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A fun and beautifully handmade ring fashioned in the "R.E.G.A.R.D." motif. The ring is set with

Category

1860s Victorian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1.20 Carat Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1920s
Art Deco 1.20 Carat Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1920s

Art Deco 1.20 Carat Five-Stone Diamond Ring, circa 1920s

Located in London, GB

handmade ring is a beautiful example of an art deco five stone ring. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut

Category

1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 2.40ct Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring, circa 1920s
Art Deco 2.40ct Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring, circa 1920s

Art Deco 2.40ct Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring, circa 1920s

Located in London, GB

shade of blue. This original handmade ring is set in platinum with a total of 2.40 carats of VS clarity

Category

1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Vertically Set Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Edwardian Vertically Set Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910

Edwardian Vertically Set Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

This unique and handmade ring features a centre diamond weighing 1.65 carat. It is a dazzling

Category

1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Five-Stone Old European-cut Diamond Ring
Five-Stone Old European-cut Diamond Ring

Five-Stone Old European-cut Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

handmade ring reads as a twinkling line of white light across the finger, and would love to be paired or

Category

Early 20th Century Late Victorian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.14ct Champagne Diamond ring Handmade platinum
3.14ct Champagne Diamond ring Handmade platinum

3.14ct Champagne Diamond ring Handmade platinum

Located in Boca Raton, FL

A platinum handmade diamond ring made with 3.14 center diamond and 1.46ct rubies and diamonds on

Category

19th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

2.22ct Diamond Emerald ring platinum handmade
2.22ct Diamond Emerald ring platinum handmade

2.22ct Diamond Emerald ring platinum handmade

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Old Antique diamond ring with 2.02 carats center and 0.20ct side diamonds and emeralds. This ring

Category

19th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1.75CT Antique Diamond ring 18KT gold unique handmade
1.75CT Antique Diamond ring 18KT gold unique handmade

1.75CT Antique Diamond ring 18KT gold unique handmade

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Stunning antique sapphire diamond ring made with 1.75ct center diamond and 2 carats of side

Category

Early 19th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Parrot silver ring handmade hand engraved hand crafted
Parrot silver ring handmade hand engraved hand crafted

Parrot silver ring handmade hand engraved hand crafted

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vintage Parrot ring in silver 925 (stamped) in size 6 but can fit most as it has opening on the

Category

Early 18th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Silver

Antique Circa 1900s Handmade  18k gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Antique Circa 1900s Handmade  18k gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring

Antique Circa 1900s Handmade 18k gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring

Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34

has H color s1-s2 clarity. Ring size is US 7.3 . We can make any size. Box is not included. Please

Category

Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1930s Handmade 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Antique Circa 1930s Handmade 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring

Antique Circa 1930s Handmade 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring

Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34

has H-I color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Ring size is US 6.2 We can make any size. We resize for no extra

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1920s European Art Deco Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Arts & Crafts Era Amazonite Cabochon Ring, Handmade 14K Yellow Gold
Antique Arts & Crafts Era Amazonite Cabochon Ring, Handmade 14K Yellow Gold

Antique Arts & Crafts Era Amazonite Cabochon Ring, Handmade 14K Yellow Gold

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

A fantastic example of Arts & Crafts period jewelry, this ring is handmade from 14K yellow gold

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Late 19th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Amazonite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Handmade 14k Yellow Gold 32ct Purple Star Sapphire Bezel Solitaire Ring
Antique Handmade 14k Yellow Gold 32ct Purple Star Sapphire Bezel Solitaire Ring

Antique Handmade 14k Yellow Gold 32ct Purple Star Sapphire Bezel Solitaire Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.94 Grams Ring Size: 5.0 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us

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19th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Handmade Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Handmade Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring

Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Handmade Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring

Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34

the middle stone. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-M-N color and s2-s3-Pique 1-2-3 clarity. Ring size is

Category

Early 1900s Asian Victorian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

SSEF CERT PIGEON RED 2.50Ct Unheated Clean Burma Mogok Ruby Diamond Ring
SSEF CERT PIGEON RED 2.50Ct Unheated Clean Burma Mogok Ruby Diamond Ring

SSEF CERT PIGEON RED 2.50Ct Unheated Clean Burma Mogok Ruby Diamond Ring

Located in Warren, NJ

WITH ROUND F/VS HEARTS AND ARROWS DIAMONDS TOTAL 1.00 CT. Unique and handmade. Ring size: 6 1/2 Ring

Category

Early 18th Century American Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1890s Victorian 14K 3.67 Ct Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American Size 6.25
1890s Victorian 14K 3.67 Ct Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American Size 6.25

1890s Victorian 14K 3.67 Ct Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American Size 6.25

Located in Santa Monica, CA

1890s Victorian 14K 3.67 Ct Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American Size 6.25 Size 6.25 4.1 gram

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1890s American Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco Handmade Gold 0.35ctw Old European Diamond Open Wire Work Ring
Antique Art Deco Handmade Gold 0.35ctw Old European Diamond Open Wire Work Ring

Antique Art Deco Handmade Gold 0.35ctw Old European Diamond Open Wire Work Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Clarity - 4.32mm (approx.) - 0.35ct (exact) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 1.7 Grams Ring Size

Category

19th Century Art Deco Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Natural Burmese Ruby American Handmade Band 1880s
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Natural Burmese Ruby American Handmade Band 1880s

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Natural Burmese Ruby American Handmade Band 1880s

Located in Santa Monica, CA

14 Karat yellow gold 4.5 mm wide eternity band finger size 6 weighting 3.1 gram, 22 pieces of 4 mm by 3 mm Old Cushion Cut Natural Burmese Rubies in excellent condition, most likel...

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1880s American Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold

Edwardian 14K Multi color Gold 8 mm Wide Band Handmade Turquoise Size 7
Edwardian 14K Multi color Gold 8 mm Wide Band Handmade Turquoise Size 7

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

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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Art Deco 0.80 Carat Diamond Sapphire Filigree Ring
Art Deco 0.80 Carat Diamond Sapphire Filigree Ring

Art Deco 0.80 Carat Diamond Sapphire Filigree Ring

Located in Napoli, NA

Beautiful Gold handmade genuine Art Deco ring. It is set in 18k white Gold featuring a large

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1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Edwardian Diamond Dome Ring 2ctw
Edwardian Diamond Dome Ring 2ctw

Edwardian Diamond Dome Ring 2ctw

Located in Narberth, PA

A striking handmade diamond dome ring from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold

Category

1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

French Ruby and Diamond Ring
French Ruby and Diamond Ring

French Ruby and Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

sinuous lines of this handmade French ring reflect the design power of this short-lived artistic movement

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Platinum Edwardian Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Platinum Edwardian Diamond and Sapphire Ring

Platinum Edwardian Diamond and Sapphire Ring

Located in Lynchburg, VA

This vintage, Edwardian ring is handmade and set in platinum as is stamped inside the shank

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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Belle Epoque Diamond Gold Shuttle Ring
Belle Epoque Diamond Gold Shuttle Ring

Belle Epoque Diamond Gold Shuttle Ring

Located in Napoli, NA

Beautiful 18k Gold handmade genuine Belle Époque ring. It features two rows of Old European Cut

Category

Early 1900s European Belle Époque Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Georgian Foiled-Back Rock Crystal Ring Size 9.5 Sterling
Georgian Foiled-Back Rock Crystal Ring Size 9.5 Sterling

Georgian Foiled-Back Rock Crystal Ring Size 9.5 Sterling

Located in Northampton, MA

light, crowns this extraordinary ring—an elegant marriage of authentic 18th-century craftsmanship and a

Category

Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

1.54 Carat Diamond Platinum Domed Cluster Ring
1.54 Carat Diamond Platinum Domed Cluster Ring

1.54 Carat Diamond Platinum Domed Cluster Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Diamond cluster ring. Domed handmade platinum setting with 35 round pave set old European cut

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Rose Gold Silver Cocktail Cluster Ring
Diamond Rose Gold Silver Cocktail Cluster Ring

Diamond Rose Gold Silver Cocktail Cluster Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

1830’s all handmade diamond cocktail ring. 14k rose gold cluster cocktail setting with a silver top

Category

Early 19th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Sapphire-set Snake Ring 18k c1872 England
Antique Sapphire-set Snake Ring 18k c1872 England

Antique Sapphire-set Snake Ring 18k c1872 England

Located in Litchfield, CT

serpent ring speaks of the jewelry of the ancients. In Victorian times snake rings were symbols of

Category

1870s British Victorian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 0.51 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Edwardian 0.51 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Ring

Edwardian 0.51 Carat Diamond Gold Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

This elegant handmade 14k white gold engagement ring from the Edwardian era is centered with a

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.19 Ct Diamond Crescent Moon Ring in 14K Gold
0.19 Ct Diamond Crescent Moon Ring in 14K Gold

0.19 Ct Diamond Crescent Moon Ring in 14K Gold

By Oshi Jewels

Located in Bangkok, TH

for her / Pave setting ring Crescent ring, Moon ring, Handmade jewelry, Bridesmaid gifts, engagement

Category

15th Century and Earlier Thai Modern Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.44 Ct Diamond Eternity Ring Band in 18K Gold
0.44 Ct Diamond Eternity Ring Band in 18K Gold

0.44 Ct Diamond Eternity Ring Band in 18K Gold

By Oshi Jewels

Located in Bangkok, TH

, Delicate stackable ring Eternity ring, eternity band, Handmade jewelry, Bridesmaid gifts, engagement ring

Category

15th Century and Earlier Thai Modern Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Gold Silver Bow Engagement Ring
Victorian Diamond Gold Silver Bow Engagement Ring

Victorian Diamond Gold Silver Bow Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Victorian 1880's diamond bow engagement ring. 18k yellow gold and silver bow style engagement ring

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

Victorian 0.50 Carat Diamond Signet Ring, circa 1900s
Victorian 0.50 Carat Diamond Signet Ring, circa 1900s

Victorian 0.50 Carat Diamond Signet Ring, circa 1900s

Located in London, GB

timeless for the period. Dating to around the 1900s, the ring is handmade from 18 carat yellow gold. The

Category

Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Platinum .60ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Vintage Platinum .60ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Vintage Platinum .60ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

is polished to a high shine, enhancing the brilliance of the stones. The ring was handmade in the

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Oval Diamond Ring
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Oval Diamond Ring

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Oval Diamond Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

shaped ring. A beautifully handmade setting with gorgeous open work. The ring features three, old mine

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

1.00 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Rose Gold Ring
1.00 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Rose Gold Ring

1.00 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Rose Gold Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Late 1800's, Handmade tourmaline and diamond ring. 1 round eight sided tourmaline center stone with

Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified Round Turquoise Diamond Halo Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring
GIA Certified Round Turquoise Diamond Halo Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring

GIA Certified Round Turquoise Diamond Halo Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Natural, untreated Persian blue GIA certified Turquoise round cabochon ring circa 1930's. Bright

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1910

Located in London, GB

This delicate ring can be worn as an engagement ring, or a dress ring, dependant on preference! The

Category

1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Handcraft Coral 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Emerald Cocktail Ring
Handcraft Coral 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Emerald Cocktail Ring

Handcraft Coral 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Emerald Cocktail Ring

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

message to solve the problem. 9 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver cocktail ring. Handmade by

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15th Century and Earlier Italian Artisan Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold

.16 Carat Diamond White Gold Art Deco Engagement Ring
.16 Carat Diamond White Gold Art Deco Engagement Ring

.16 Carat Diamond White Gold Art Deco Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

1940's double diamond engagement ring. Handmade 14k white gold ring with double square top set with

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 1.22ctw Bezel Set European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Edwardian 1.22ctw Bezel Set European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum

Edwardian 1.22ctw Bezel Set European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum

Located in Boston, MA

A handmade Edwardian period diamond engagement ring featuring a miligrained bezel setting

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Filigree Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Antique Art Deco Filigree Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Ring

Antique Art Deco Filigree Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Art Deco solitaire ring. In a handmade filigree platinum setting. Prong-set with a

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

White Diamond and Blue Sapphire Art Deco Ring in 18 White Gold
White Diamond and Blue Sapphire Art Deco Ring in 18 White Gold

White Diamond and Blue Sapphire Art Deco Ring in 18 White Gold

By Kothari

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful white diamond round and blue sapphire square ring. Handmade in 18k white gold. Ring

Category

1920s Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1890
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1890

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1890

Located in London, GB

This Victorian era five stone ring was handmade in 18 carat yellow gold around 1890. The ring

Category

1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Ring With Exquisite Filigree Detailing
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Ring With Exquisite Filigree Detailing

Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Ring With Exquisite Filigree Detailing

Located in London, GB

We defy anyone not to fall in love with this breathtaking handmade antique ring. A beautiful Old

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Handmade Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Antique Handmade Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of antique handmade rings available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold. Our selection of items includes 12 vintage examples as well as 2 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of antique handmade rings to choose from, but Victorian and Edwardian antique handmade rings are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but AB Jewelry NYC produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 7 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many old european cut, oval cut and round cut antique handmade rings for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of antique handmade rings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Antique Handmade Rings?

On average, antique handmade rings at 1stDibs sell for $3,200, while they’re typically $359 on the low end and $75,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.

Questions About Antique Handmade Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, all Tacori rings are handmade. Computer-aided manufacturing equipment produces the wax models that skilled artisans use to handcraft the luxury brand's rings using traditional techniques. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of Tacori rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Antique rings were made of a variety of materials. You can find pieces produced out of many of the same precious metals used today, such as yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver and platinum. In addition, some antique rings feature a material called pinchbeck, which is a combination of copper and zinc. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Yes, some antique rings have hallmarks. However, some do not. Before 1950, jewelry makers didn't add hallmarks to their pieces, but some did to indicate who produced the jewelry and/or tell the buyer what type of metals they contained. Shop a large collection of antique rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To find out if your antique ring is real, you can first try researching the maker. Look for a hallmark inside the ring and then use trusted online resources to determine who produced it. From there, you can find out if the jewelry maker typically produced jewelry out of precious metals and genuine gemstones or specialized in costume jewelry crafted from less costly materials. Another option is to have an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser inspect your ring for you. Explore a wide variety of antique rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if a ring is an antique, see if you can locate a maker's marking on the inside of the band. If you can, research the artisan, company or workshop using trusted online resources. By learning when they were active and reviewing image galleries of their work, you can often estimate approximately when a particular ring was produced. If your ring is 100 years old or older, it is an antique. In the event that you can't find a maker's mark or still have lingering questions about your ring's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a wide variety of antique rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Yes, antique engagement rings do tend to be popular. They especially appeal to brides-to-be who want something unique and like the idea of owning a ring that has a long history. Rings from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras are among the most highly sought-after antique options. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    You can buy antique rings online from a number of trusted platforms, including 1stDibs. Popular antique pieces on these platforms include band rings, signet rings, engagement rings, cocktail rings, wedding rings and more. The vast options for online ring shopping bring centuries of styles from across the globe to you, including rings made with precious metals like gold and silver and gemstones like diamonds, pearls, rubies, sapphires and garnets. Explore a wide range of antique rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.