Hermès Sterling Sterling Ring Medor
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Hermès 1970's style between the ring features dual design with one large and one small medor
Vintage 1970s Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
Hermès Sterling Sterling Ring Medor
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Hermès 1970's style between the ring features dual design with one large and one small medor
Sterling Silver
Antique Hermès Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Napkin Ring & Box
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique signed napkin ring. By Hermès. In sterling silver. With a hobnail pattern with
Sterling Silver
HERMES Sterling Silver Quark Ring
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES sterling silver QUARK ring featuring a dome motif with an orange resin insert. Embossed
Sterling Silver
Hermes Sterling Silver Band Ring
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine sterling silver ring. By Hermes. In sterling silver. With an engraved Interlocking H logo
Sterling Silver
Hermès Croisette Ring in Sterling Silver
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
An iconic and instantly recognizable piece from Hermès, this Croisette ring showcases the house’s
Sterling Silver
Hermès New Chaine D'Ancre Sterling Ring
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hermès Chaine D'Ancre Scarf Ring in sterling silver, new in unworn condition. Comes with
Sterling Silver
Signed Hermes Sterling Silver Deux Anneaux Ring
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A signed French designer sterling silver ring. By Hermes Paris. In the Deux Anneaux pattern
Sterling Silver
Hermès Collier de Chien Ring in Sterling Silver
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
An iconic Hermès Collier de Chien collection ring, crafted in sterling silver. This bold wide band
Sterling Silver
Hermés Paris Modernist Sterling Silver Spinning Cube Vintage Ring
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stamped with French hallmark for sterling silver Numbered and fully signed for Hermés Paris Circa: 1960s
Silver, Sterling Silver
Hermès 2 bagues Argent Clarté T48 Silver Sterling Clarte Ring x 2 US4.5 Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Set of 2 Hermès rings, Clarté model, PM format, in openwork silver with H on each side. Finger size
Silver
Hermes Paris Geometric H Logo Cocktail Ring in 18Kt Yellow Gold and Sterling
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
H logo ring designed by Hermes. An sculptural bypass cocktail ring, designed in Paris France by
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver, Sterling Silver
Chushev Hermes & Lyre Blue Chalcedony Intaglio Sterling Silver Signet Ring
By Chushev
Located in Canoga Park, CA
a sterling silver signet ring. The shoulders of the ring are embellished with a classic "Green Man
Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
Signed Hermès French Sterling Silver Cord Twist Scarf Clip or Ring
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed scarf clip or ring. By Hermes. In sterling silver. In a rope twist or coil form
Sterling Silver
Hermes Candy Ring in Sterling Silver Size french 51
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Candy ring in sterling silve. Size french 51. good condition, some small signs of wear
RARE Imposing Hermès Vintage Palmyre Ring Silver 925 Size 14 US
By Hermès
Located in VERGT, FR
Hermès Nice and Imposing Ring Hermès Palmyre In silver 925 Stamped Hermes inside / 54 french size
Sterling Silver
Hermes Sterling SilCollier de Chien Ring
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes Sterling Silver Collier De Chien Ring inspired by the Collier de Chien belt. Size 6.5. Comes
Sterling Silver
Hermès Boucle Sellier Sterling Silver Ring
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This authentic Hermès Boucle Sellier ring is a bold and iconic design inspired by the House’s
Sterling Silver
Hermès Collier De Chien Sterling Silver Ring
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès 'Collier De Chien' medium design ring. Polished silver with bridal ring and double row of
Sterling Silver
Hermès Croisette Sterling Silver Toggle Ring - Large
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This is an exquisite example of Hermès’ Croisette design in sterling silver (Ag925). The ring
Sterling Silver
Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Vintage Heavy Ring
By Hermès
Located in Aspen, CO
Hermes Paris sterling silver heavy vintage ring. Signed Hermes with a DP in a cartouche which is
Sterling Silver
HERMES Sterling Silver Ring Model Echappée size 52FR
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
HERMES Sterling Silver Ring, Model Echappée, size 52FR. It is a medium model. In very good
Sterling Silver
Hermès Knotted Sterling Silver Openwork Ring
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
This stunningly spectacular knotted ring from Hermès has a gorgeously distinctive design that is
Silver
Hermès Knotted Sterling Silver Openwork Ring
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
This stunningly spectacular knotted ring from Hermès has a gorgeously distinctive design that is
Silver
Hermes Sterling Silver Folding Band Ring Size 6 #18270
By Hermès
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Hermes Sterling Silver Folding Band Ring Size 6- This elegant band by Hermes is crafted in
Sterling Silver
Hermés Paris Modernist Sterling Silver Spinning Cube Vintage Ring
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stamped for sterling silver Numbered and fully signed for Hermés Paris Circa: 1960s Ring size: 5 1/2, 6
Silver, Sterling Silver
Hermès Osmose Women's Openwork Sterling Silver Band Ring
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
This glamorous ring exceptionally boasts the elegant and renowned Hermès' 'Osmose' design with a
Silver
Hermès Cythère Women's Sterling Silver Openwork Band Ring
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
This beautifully unique and creative cythère women's ring from Hermès has an intricately gorgeous
Mixed Metal
Hermès silver ring
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Hermès silver ring, size 52, comes in its original dustbag and Hermès box Condition
Sterling Silver
Hermès Cythère silver ring
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Cythère silver ring HERMES - Ring in 925 silver, Cythère model. Modern French work. Signed
Sterling Silver
Hermes Paris 1980 Geometric Ring In Solid 925 Sterling Silver With Orange Enamel
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric ring designed by Hermes. A geometric flat ring, designed in Paris France by the iconic
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
HERMES Ring, Collier de Chien, in Sterling Silver, Gold and Diamond. Size 54 EU
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Hermès ring, Collier de Chien, in 925 sterling silver, 750 gold and diamond. Size 54
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Hermès Chaîne d'Ancre Passerelle Women's Sterling Silver Cutout Band Ring
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
The spectacularly artistic display in this remarkably designed Hermès ring from the brilliant
Mixed Metal
HERMES Band Ring 'Capture' Model in Silver Ag925 Size 52
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful HERMES band ring, Capture model, in silver Ag925. It represents three interlaced rings
Sterling Silver
Hermes Move H Ring in Sterling Silver and Orange Enamel (6)
Located in Port Hope, ON
throughout. Hermes and sterling marks on the inside of the ring. Pouch, box and ribbon included
Sterling Silver
Hermes, Paris, Solid Silver Ring Dish / Vide Poche c.1950
By Ravinet D' Enfert, Hermès
Located in Bath, GB
fully signed by Ravinet d'Enfert and Hermes together with the Minerva 1st Title mark for solid sterling
Sterling Silver
1980's Hermes Sterling Silver Ring
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Iconic 1980's Hermes sterling silver ring. Size 53. Signed on the inside. In excellent condition
Sterling Silver
Hermès New Sterling Chain Ring Size 6.75
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Brand New.Never used.Hermes Chaine d'ancre Enchainee ring, large model. Sterling silver. Size 6.75
Sterling Silver
Signed Hermes Sterling Silver Deux Anneaux Ring
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine French sterling silver ring. A signed French designer sterling silver ring. By Hermes
Sterling Silver
Hermès Galop Sterling Silver Ring Size 55
By Hermès
Located in Banbury, GB
Approximately 25.93 g Ring Size 55 Condition Excellent __________________________________ If you are
Sterling Silver
Hermès Sterling Silver Orange Enamel 'H' Motif Band Ring
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This authentic Hermès H motif ring features a bold geometric design in sterling silver with vibrant
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Hermes Paris 1970 Flexible Squared Ring in Solid .925 Sterling Silver
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Flexible ring designed by Hermes. A flexible ring, designed in Paris France by the iconic luxury
Silver, Sterling Silver
Hermes Paris 1998 Vertige Swirl Double Ring Solid .925 Sterling Silver with Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Swirl double ring designed by Hermes. An sculptural swirl ring, designed in Paris France by the
Silver, Sterling Silver
Hermès Red Enamel & Sterling Silver Ring in Box Size 54
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès sterling silver and red enamel H ring. Size 54. Comes with original box. Wear on sterling
Hermes Sterling Chain D'Ancre Ring with Box Size 54
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes triple chain d'ancre female ring. Sterling silver 925. Size 54. Comes with original box.
HERMES Paris Ebony Wood Chaîne d'Ancre Cocktail Ring In .925 Sterling Silver
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Chaîne d'ancre ring designed by Hermes. This rare chaîne d'ancre cocktail ring was designed in
Sterling Silver, Silver
Hermés Sterling 925 Silver and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retired Buckle Ring
By Hermès
Located in Braintree, GB
Hermés sterling 925 silver and 18kt yellow gold retired Buckle Ring. Maker: Hermés Designer: GP
Yellow Gold, Silver
Hermes citrine silver Gold men's Ring
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hermes 18kt and Sterling Silver Ring set with an Emerald cut Citrine. Ca 1950-60. French
Citrine
Hermes Sterling Silver Seam Band Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
Hermes Sterling Silver Seam Band Ring Marked: HERMES 925 Approximate Dimensions: 10.5 (Ring Size
Hermes Sterling Silver Quark Cocktail Orange Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
Hermes Sterling Silver Quark Cocktail Orange Ring Marked: HERMES 55 Ag 925 Approximate Dimensions
Sterling Silver Baby Rattle teething Ring in the Style of Hermes
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christopher limits those will use it, however, it is a stunning piece of sterling with a Hermes quality
Sterling Silver
Vintage Hermes Sterling Silver Ring
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Beautiful sterling silver twist detail ring from Hermes. The Hermes logo and size 49 engraved on
Sterling Silver
Hermes Collier de Chien Ring Sterling Silver
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
Brand new Hermes Collier de Chien Ring Sterling Silver Size 51 The Collier de Chien was originally
Sterling Silver
Hermes 18K Gold and Sterling Silver Ring
By Hermès
Located in Winnetka, IL
Iconic Hermes band ring with applied "H," fully hallmarked
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
HERMES Sterling Silver and Pink Gold Handbag Ring
By Hermès
Located in Verona, IT
Sterling silver Hermes band ring with 18kt pink gold Kelly handbag pendant. Size 5 US (size 9 IT)
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Hermès Sterling Silver Galop Ring Size EU 52
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This bold and stylish ring from Hermès is ideal for women who like donning a punk look. Crafted
Sterling Silver
Hermes Galop Hermes ring, small model sterling silver Size 47mm us 4
By Hermès
Located in Nicosia, CY
Size 47mm us 4 Ring in sterling silver Made in France/Italy Silver 925/1000 Width: 0.36 cm
Sterling Silver
Hermes Vertige ring sterling silver Size 46mm us 3 3/4
By Hermès
Located in Nicosia, CY
Size 46mm us 3 3/4 Ring in sterling silver Vertige is inspired by Double Tour, a signature Hermès
Sterling Silver
Hermes Good Ring in Sterling Silver Size French 52
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes ring in sterling silver. Size french 52 good condition, some small signs of wear
Hermes Galet Ring in Sterling Silver Size French 51
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Galet ring in sterling silve. Size french 51. good condition, some small signs of wear
Hermes Genuine Sterling Silver Oval Textured Cage Cut Out Fashion Cocktail Ring
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Size listed 51 Ring size ~5.75 Sterling silver - 925 Band Width 15mm
Sterling Silver
Hermes Good Lock Ring in Sterling Silver Size french 55
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Good Lock ring in sterling silve. Size french 55 rare, ring like the clasp of the sac a
Hermes Genuine Sterling Silver Oval Textured Dome Fashion Cocktail Ring
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Size listed 51 Ring size ~5.75 Sterling silver - 925 Band width 4mm
Vintage Hermes Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Hermes Silver Cufflinks Good vintage condition With box Signed
Hermes Silver Ring (Quark Collection)
By Hermès
Located in London, Chelsea
Hermes Silver Quark Ring. This gorgeous silver ring by Hermes is part of the Quark line. In solid
Sterling Silver
MAGNIFIC Hermès Galop Silver 925 Ring / Good Condition
By Hermès
Located in VERGT, FR
MAGNIFIC Hermès Galop Ring Silver 925 Size : french size 53 or 13 /14 Usa Size Weight : 15.9 g
Sterling Silver
RARE Vintage Hermès H d'Hermès Ring Silver 925 and Gold 18k Size 11 US
By Hermès
Located in VERGT, FR
MAGNIFIC Hermès Vintage Ring H d'Hermès Silver 925 and H in Gold 18k Weight 8.7 g Size usa 11 or
Sterling Silver
Rare and Vintage Hermes Amulette Constance Bag Silver 925 Ring
By Hermès
Located in VERGT, FR
Magnific Hermès Ring Modéle : Amulette Constance Size : French size : 54 or 13/13.5 usa size
Sterling Silver
Hermes Croisette Ring In Silver, Size 50
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
The Hermes Croisette Ring comes in Sterling Silver and is inspired by a ship anchor chain. A ring
Silver
Hermes Vintage Silver Belt Ring. Size 51
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Hermes belt ring in sterling silver. Size french 51 Good condition
Vintage Silver Hermes Nausicaa Ring. Size 53
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Awesome Vintage Hermes nausicaa Ring in sterling silver. With box Godd condition. Size european
Haute A Courroies Hac 50 Red Rouge H Crinoline Buffalo Duffle Travel Bag Vtg
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
This bag is absolutely magnififenct
$14,000
H 4.5 in W 0.5 in L 16 in
Hermes Chandra Black Pearl Diamond 18k Rose Gold Sautoir Tassel Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Elevate your ensemble with the exquisite allure of this Hermes Chandra Black Pearl Diamond 18k Rose Gold Sautoir Tassel Necklace. Meticulously crafted, this necklace is a testament t...
White Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,250
H 16.75 in W 20.63 in D 1.75 in
Large Antique Stubbs 'Fruit & Flowers' Blue Transferware Platter or Serving Tray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very large, antique blue transfer Staffordshire serving tray. By Stubbs & Kent. In the 'Fruits & Flowers' pattern. Measuring approx. 20 5/8 in. by 16 3/4 in. Simply a wonderful...
Porcelain, Pottery
Art Deco brass and cut glass Butter serving bowl around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco brass and cut glass Butter serving bowl around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled Original cut glass inside
Brass
Rare Hermès Bracelet Medor CDC Picnic Osier Wicker Line Barenia Size S
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Stunning and Rare Authentic Hermès Bracelet From the "Ligne Osier" (Wicker Line) Called "Medor Picnic" Made in France in 2016 Made of Wicker outside, lined with Barenia Leather i...
Palladium
$5,850
H 4.14 in W 0.99 in D 0.99 in
Antique Judaica Sterling Silver Mezuzah with a Scroll in Original Box ca 1890
Located in Doha, QA
This is an outstanding and extremely rare hand crafted, solid sterling silver Mezuzah in the original leather and dark purple velvet box. It was made in Vienna, Austria between 1890 ...
Sterling Silver
$3,999Sale Price|20% Off
GUCCI Unworn Black Exotic Ostrich Skin Horsebit Flap Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Black Gucci Flap Bag A timeless Gucci piece Signature horsebit detail Luxurious black ostrich skin Fully lined with suede skin One inner pocket Mat-golden hardware Detacha...
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Zambian Emeralds Hoop Earrings
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14 karat yellow gold 8.62 carats oval zambian emeralds hoop earrings. This enchanting lush green zambian emeralds full hoop earring is impressive. The hoop is created with 40 perfec...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & CO Flower Lace Platinum Diamond Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. necklace from the Flower Lace collection is crafted in platinum and set throughout with round brilliant-cut E-F-G VS1-VS2 diamonds weighing an estima...
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and 18 Karat White Gold Frivole Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Zurich, CH
Adorable 18 karat white gold and diamond "Frivole" ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. Modern ring crafted in 18 karat white gold, the front designed as two sculpted flower motifs in differ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique German Elfinware Porcelain Roses Trinket Box w/ Brass Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Designer: Elfinware Manufacturer: Elfinware Materials: Porcelain, Brass Accents
Brass
Gomelsky Eppie Sneed Steel Mo Dial Quartz Ladies Watch G0120095029
By Gomelsky
Located in New York, NY
This brand new Gomelsky Eppie Sneed G0120095029 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a squar...
$28,000
H 95 in W 81 in D 43 in
English Chippendale Painted & Gilt Stenciling Marriage Bed with Orig. Silk, 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale hand painted and gilded marriage bed with original silk and bell flower coverings, central gilt carved shell cornice, flanking gilt carved acanthus corners, folia...
Gesso, Silk, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Graff Tilda’s Bows In Diamonds
By Graff
Located in Weston, MA
Capturing the delicacy of a freshly tied bow by hand, Graff diamonds recreate the silk out of lively stones. The Tilda’s bow collection is a life-like recreation of the bow motif whi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier White Gold Menotte Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A trendy 18k white gold Cartier ring from the Menotte collection. The ring features two screw motif terminations at the centre. The ring tapers down from 11mm to 3mm, is a UK size I,...
18k Gold, White Gold
Black Crocodile Porosus Hermes Birkin 35
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Rare HERMES Birkin 35 bag porosus crocodile with silver hardware, delivered in its original HERMES dustbag Condition: very good Made in France Model: Birkin 35 Material : crocodile ...
For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.
The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.
As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.
In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.
In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.
Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.
Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.
In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.
Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.
While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.
Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.
Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more 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.