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Beautiful Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant emerald step- cut diamond engagement ring. Center stone is 1.62 cts (and looks larger in
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Late 20th Century American Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Retro Era Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
with eight single cut diamonds framed by delicate milgraining. The diamond presents even larger from
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Mid-20th Century Retro Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
14K Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Immaculate fashion ring containing two center major diamonds for a total diamond weight of
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1940s Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
5.59 carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic 1930s engagement/solitaire ring featuring a rare type II A old-cut diamond weighing 5.59
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1930s Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
2.05 Cushion Brilliant Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
platinum engagement ring. The cushion is accompanied by a report from the GIA giving it a color grade of K
Category
1930s Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
14K 1.60CTW Engagement Wrap Solitaire Baguette Ring
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
The 11.32 mm wide ring is a retro-restored Engagement setting with the wrap and outer ring soldered
Category
20th Century American Contemporary Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 0.35 Carat Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Minneapolis vintage engagement ring. Seven matched old mine cut diamonds are set in a cluster
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1950s Revival Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 0.47-Carat Diamond Ribbon Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
, appears even larger in its square shaped setting atop this delightfully detailed Art Deco engagement ring
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Toi Et Moi 1950s Engagement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
This captivating platinum and high quality diamond 1950s engagement ring is done in the toi et moi
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1950s American Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.12 Carat Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Pretty and authentic Art Deco Engagement ring featuring one large Old Mine cut Diamond in the
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA 0.76 Carat D/VS2 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
With top quality and beauty, this 18k white gold engagement ring truly shines. The 0.76-carat round
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Twist Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
; these allow the ring to pass over larger knuckles and sit securely on the finger, however they can be
Category
1990s Unknown Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Platinum 1.95 Carat Center Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Solvang, CA
Vintage Art Deco platinum 1.95 carat center diamond engagement ring, circa 1930. This Art Deco
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1930s Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Retro Platinum Colombian Emerald Diamond Baguette Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
engagement ring is crafted in platinum. The center holds a natural colombian emerald and has large baguette
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1950s Unknown Retro Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Stunning Natural 3.15ct Diamond and 18ct Gold Engagement Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A wonderful diamond engagement ring.
Solid 18 carat yellow gold example.
Designed with a large
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20th Century Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
GIA Certified Art Deco 1.87 Ctw. Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
shines in a 6 prong setting. Its' flowery facets and very large culet give it all the old-world charm we
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Engagement Ring - IGI Certed - In Platinum with Two Baguettes
Located in Methuen, MA
it is an engagement ring style.
Perfect for those seeking an engagement ring. The price of
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1970s North American Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1.50 Total Carat Weight Princess Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.50 Carat Princess Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring. Beautiful engagement ring featuring high
Category
1990s Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old Cut Diamonds 18 karat White Gold Italian Engagement Ring
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Old Cut Diamonds 18kt White Gold Italian Engagement Ring is a stunning piece of jewelry that
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Mid-20th Century Italian Belle Époque Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Platinum 4.29ctw Round Garnet Baguette Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
style that will make an incredible engagement ring for someone who loves gemstones! Enjoy :)
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1950s Retro Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 3.02ctw GIA Pear Brilliant & Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This dramatic diamond engagement ring is very well crafted in a solid platinum classic setting that
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1990s Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
9.05 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Square Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring
By Prestigious New York Jeweler
Located in Lakewood, NJ
platinum ring with shield shape white diamond side stones.
The unique center stone is cut with large
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
15.30ct Emerald Cut I/IF GIA Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your love story with the epitome of opulence – an extraordinary engagement ring featuring a
Category
20th Century American Modern Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
Art Deco GIA 3.24Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Engagement Wedding Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Late Art Deco, Iconic style of the 3 Stone Green Tourmaline and Diamond engagement ring, Circa
Category
1930s Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA European Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Wedding Band Set
Located in Montclair, NJ
This absolutely magnificent vintage diamond engagement ring and wedding band set was crafted from
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1980s Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Granat Brothers Old European Cut Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5.75
This stunning vintage diamond engagement ring will absolutely take your breath
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1950s American Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum 3.34ctw GIA European Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent, antique, diamond engagement or cocktail ring that was
Category
1930s Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Harlequin Precious Black Opal Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in Lisbon, PT
engagement or cocktail ring in platinum, circa 1930, probably American. This ring features a rare natural and
Category
1930s American Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
GIA 2.74 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Engagement Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Sparkling Estate Diamond Ring with almost 3ct in diamonds (2.74ctw) will take your breath away
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1990s Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage GIA 1.34 Ct. Old European Diamond Engagement Ring O VS2, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
baguettes, channel set in a milgrain border on a platinum knife edge shank, this engagement ring is a lovely
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco 0.23ct OLD Mine Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Palladium
Located in New York, NY
This is a VERY sweet and and utterly charming, this petite ART DECO CIRCA 1939s DIAMOND Engagement
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1930s Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Palladium
0.37 Carat Morganite Oval Cut and Diamond 10K Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a large prong-set oval morganite, this gorgeous ring is surrounded with sixteen round
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Morganite, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Gold 4.70ctw GIA Round Bezel Light Brown Diamond & Baguettes Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a truly magnificent engagement or cocktail style ring that was crafted from
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1990s Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
J. Birnbach 5.57 carat European Cut Diamond Art Deco Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique platinum ring features all of the detail, craftsmanship and charm of the Art
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
J. Birnbach 7.15 carat European Cut Art Deco Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
K color and VVS2 clarity, this diamond is bright, lively and brilliant. The larger facets
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Large Agate stone ring set in yellow gold.
Located in Surfside, FL
Large Agate stone ring set in 18k yellow gold, 27.5mm diameter. Size 6.5, shank 4.5mm thick.This
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20th Century Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, Mixed Metal Old European Diamonds Wedding Band
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
larger diamond in the center with six other accent diamonds. The top of the ring is handmade in 14 karat
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1930s American Modern Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Mixed Metal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
8.17ct Cushion Old Mine Cut Diamond L color SI2 clarity GIA Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless allure of this extraordinary engagement ring, featuring a spectacular 8.17
Category
20th Century American Modern Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
6.43 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring VS1 J/K Color, Platinum Setting
Located in Stamford, CT
5.68 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring VS1 J/K Color with Two .75 TDW Stones on Side. This
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Late 20th Century Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Vintage 4.50 Ct. Old European Engagement Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Here's a ring that can be spotted from across the room. A very alluring 4.50 carat old European is
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Superb Large Amethyst and 14 Carat Gold Solitaire Statement Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
One very simple and stylish ring.
Solid 14 carat yellow gold example.
Set with a single oval cut
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20th Century Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Gold
Ladies Ring Set with Two Large Diamond Solitaires, 18 Karat Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Luxurious Ladies Ring set with Two Large Diamond Solitaires. 18 Karat Gold.
Clarity VVS2, color
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20th Century Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Silver Baroque Pearl and Diamond Vintage Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
This gorgeous ring features a large silver baroque pearl surrounded by diamonds. The diamonds are G
Category
Late 20th Century Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring White GoldDiamond
Located in PARIS, FR
Large ring in white gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). set with 44 brilliant-cut diamonds. about
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20th Century French Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Persian Turquoise Pearl Ring 14 Karat Gold Retro Antique Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Antique Retro - Art Deco Ring with beautiful natural Persian Turquoise cabochons
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20th Century Unknown Retro Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ring Love White Gold
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Ring signed the house Cartier Love Collection. Large Model. White Gold 750 thousandths (18 carats
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20th Century French Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Tank Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cut diamonds and 2 larger old European cut diamonds totaling over half a carat. The ring's timeless
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1930s Art Deco Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage GIA Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage GIA Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring one GIA octagonal step cut emerald of
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1990s Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Retro Diamond Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
An exquisite example of Retro jewel, simple and elegant.
This ring is hand-crafted in 18k white
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Mid-20th Century Retro Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
18 karat white gold daisy ring with 0.8 karats of brilliant diamonds on the stem and a large
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Mid-20th Century Italian Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s Retro 14k Yellow Gold Opal Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This beautiful Retro ring from the 1960s is made with 14k yellow gold and contains a large opal
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1960s Contemporary Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an impressive 18ct yellow gold ruby and diamond cluster ring. At the centre of the
Category
20th Century Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 18 karat white gold ring, with a central large brilliant diamond of 1 karat, surrounded by
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
karats, and one large center diamond of 0.54 karats, Italy 1930s
Ring size US 7
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
1950s, 3.03 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage engagement ring collections.
This stunning vintage solitaire ring has been crafted in platinum
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1950s Unknown Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Contrarie Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
18 karat white gold contrarie ring with two large central diamonds of 1.1 karats each, and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
O.J. Perrin Ring Légendes White Gold
By O.J. Perrin
Located in PARIS, FR
signed Ring House O.J. Perrin collection Legend. large model. 18K white gold. Punched
Total weight
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20th Century French Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
White Gold
Platinum Long Filigree Diamond Ring 1.0 cttw #16583
Located in Washington Depot, CT
approx. 0.50 cts
26 single cut diamonds accent the 3 larger diamonds on front of ring - approx. 0.50
Category
20th Century Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Pear Shaped Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent ring centering one large pear shaped fancy brown yellow diamond SI1 of natural color
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1990s American Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Estate Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Bypass Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Beautiful Italian Emerald Diamond Estate Ring
An 18K white gold bypass ring, set with one vivid
Category
Mid-20th Century Large Vintage Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
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Large Vintage Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs
Find an expansive variety of large vintage engagement rings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. Our collection of large vintage engagement rings includes designs that are universally popular, but Art Deco and Retro styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Seaman Schepps are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 13, are particularly popular. There are many oval cut, cabochon and cushion cut large vintage engagement rings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of large vintage engagement rings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.
How Much are Large Vintage Engagement Rings?
Prices for large vintage engagement rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $458 and can go as high as $49,950, while large vintage engagement rings, on average, fetch $4,881.
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 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.
Questions About Large Vintage Engagement Rings
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vintage engagement ring is generally defined as an engagement ring that is 20 to 80 years old. By definition, “antique” applies to anything that is 100 years or older. The most popular vintage styles for engagement rings are Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. Vintage engagement rings could feature traditional diamonds or colored gemstones. Find a wide variety of vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023A vintage engagement ring is generally any engagement ring that dates back 20 to 80 years. Rings that are 100 or more years old are antiques. The design of a vintage engagement ring is influenced by each era's artistic visions, cultural movements and preferences in materials, gemstones and motifs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023You can buy vintage engagement rings from many sources. Local estate sales, auctions and secondhand shops can be good local sources. Another option is to shop for vintage pieces on trusted online platforms. You can find a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023You can find vintage engagement rings in many places. If you want to shop in person, check out second-hand stores, auction houses and estate sales. Browsing the collections of trusted online platforms can also allow you to quickly discover many vintage pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether halo engagement rings are vintage depends on their age. Any ring made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage, while older pieces are antiques. Halo engagement rings emerged during the Art Deco period and have remained popular since. As a result, you can find many antique and vintage examples, as well as contemporary rings that show off a central gemstone surrounded by a halo of accent stones. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of halo engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023A vintage-style engagement ring is a piece of bridal jewelry designed in the style of rings produced in the past. Many vintage-style engagement rings borrow elements from Victorian, Art Deco or Edwardian jewelry. Although the rings may closely resemble authentic antique or vintage rings, they are actually contemporary pieces produced in recent years. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, vintage engagement rings are popular among some people. Many find the details of rings produced during the last 20 to 99 years to be visually appealing. In fact, some contemporary jewelry makers even draw inspiration from vintage designs. Some people also prefer vintage rings because they inherit them from relatives or because they like the idea of wearing an engagement ring that has a history. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and classic engagement rings has to do with taste and time. Vintage engagement rings date back 20 to 80 years and occupy the sweet spot between historic and modern. Whether or not an engagement ring is "classic" may pertain solely to the style of the ring. The solitaire setting is considered a classic setting for engagement rings. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond's sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). In the late 1800s, Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, and the house's Solitaire 1895 engagement ring is considered a classic engagement ring. Find antique and vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024There are several reasons why people buy vintage engagement rings. Some prefer the way jewelry looked in decades past and select vintage pieces that fit their tastes. Others choose vintage engagement rings to get a unique, one-of-a-kind piece or like the idea of their jewelry having a long history. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The 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.
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