$488 / item
Solid Gold Alis Volat Motivational Ring
By The Remarkable Goldsmiths
Located in Torquay, GB
Latin motivational inscription motto ring, 'She flies with her own wings' Medieval 'posy' ring
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Masonic 'For God And Country' 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
-themed signet ring bearing the Latin motto meaning "For God and Country". Modelled in 9 carat gold and
Gold
HM 1928 18K Gold Signet Ring w Motto "Neither by Gold Nor Arms", size 8
Located in Baltimore, MD
, helmet, shield, scroll and motto. The motto on this signet ring, in classical Latin, reads: NEC AURO NEC
Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Sterling and Bronze Statement Lion Coin ring
By Shannon Koszyk
Located in Seattle, WA
in Latin. Sterling wrapped bronze coin ring measures 1.5" across. All rings are made to order
Sterling Silver, Bronze
Zoe and Morgan 18 Karat Yellow Gold Green Tourmaline Celeste Ring
By Zoe and Morgan
Located in London, GB
Ring size: 54 The Celeste ring takes its name from the Latin translation of 'heavenly'. This ring
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Pair of American Globes on Cast Iron Stands
Located in London, Middlesex
depicted by mythical beasts and instruments and labelled in Latin, hour ring, meridian and horizon as the
Iron
Coat of Arms Signet Ring
Located in Aspen, CO
Hand made in 14K with well crafted signet ring has in Latin inscribed: " Do things with
14k Gold
Antique Royal Navy Memorial Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rare Georgian memorial ring decorated with a rope and anchor, the symbol of the British Royal Navy
Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Band Ring
Located in Troy, MI
granulated (from Latin: granum = “grain”) surface this ring gives a nod to the Etruscan Style which typically
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Scarce 19th Century South Indian Gold Snake Twin Gimmel Ring Sapphire Emerald
Located in London, GB
traditionally known as a gimmel ring (from the Latin gemellus meaning twin). Gimmel rings were popularly used in
Chrysoberyl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold
Unusual Early Victorian 18K Gold Orange Agate Urn Intaglio Black Enamel Mourning
Located in London, GB
surrounding the intaglio on the bezel. There is a remembrance engraving on the inside of the ring in Latin
Agate, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 14kt. Yellow Gold Oval Signet Ring with Engraved Dog and Latin Phrase
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 14kt. yellow gold oval signet ring with engraved dog and Latin phrase ' Animo et fide
Yellow Gold
18t. yellow gold men's Signet Ring with Dragon and Latin Phrase Mea Dos Virtus
Located in Braintree, GB
18kt. yellow gold men's signet ring with dragon and Latin phrase Mea Dos Virtus. “Mea dos virtus
Antique Enamel Gold Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
aetatis which is Latin for "of age". The ring is a size 6 1/2 and measures 5/8" at its widest. An unusual
9k Gold
Petronilla Roman Style Pink Opal 18kt Gold Reversible Made in Italy Ring
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Roman Style Pink Opal 18Kt Gold Reversible Ring Made in Italy This ring was inspired by ancient
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
H 5.2 in W 3.94 in D 2.76 in
Alumina Royal Copenhagen Midcentury Faience Bird Vase by Nils Thorsson, 1960s
By Royal Copenhagen, Nils Thorsson
Located in Copenhagen, DK
the Baca series - Baca is Latin for ring, thus the artist's signature is placed within a ring. Stamped
Faience
Sold
H 7.48 in W 5.71 in D 3.43 in
Royal Copenhagen Aluminia Organic Decor Vase, Malmer & Thorsson, 1965
By Royal Copenhagen, Nils Thorsson, Ellen Malmer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Baca series (latin for ring). Model 635/3121. Stamped and signed under base. In excellent vintage
Faience
Antique Latin Engraved "Semper Fidelis" 18 Carat Yellow Gold Wedding Band
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
clearing on the inside "Semper Fidelis", which is latin and translates to "always faithful", the perfect
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Enameled "Constante" Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This splendid Georgian ring bears the Latin word CONSTANTE, meaning "enduring through space and
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
George III Chinoiserie Tall Case Clock by James Smith London
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
glazed panels: the engraved brass dial with latin and numerical chapter rings, seconds and calendar
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Octagonal Signet Ring Hallmarked London 1932
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Signet Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Hallmarked London 1932 Elevate your accessory collection with this stunning vintage signet ring, crafted in luxurious 18ct yellow gold. T...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Georgian Style Bloodstone Intaglio Rose Gold Signet Ring, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Classic Georgian style antique bloodstone intaglio and 9K rose gold signet ring. Late 19th Century The bloodstone intaglio of interconnected symbols and the letter W or M, depending ...
Rose Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Wedding Band
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1930s Item Details: Ring Size: 4.75 Metal Type: 14K [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.4 grams Band Width: 1.5 mm Condition: Excellent
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
Unisex Diamond Celestial Dome Band Ring in 18kt Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Diamond Celestial Dome Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamond of 0.031 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style.. April birthstone diamond brings ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet signet is modelled in 9ct gold. The colour of the ring is very soft yellow gold. Fully hallmarked Birmingham 1962. Ring Size: R or 8 1/2 Face Diameter: 11x10mm Weight:...
Gold
Victorian 18 Carat Gold Decorative Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The engraving on this 9ct gold band is gorgeous and the pattern almost looks like flowers. This band would make a gorgeous fancy wedding band or a beautiful every day wear ring. Hall...
Gold
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Star Setting Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds five diamonds totalling 18pts. They are bright and have a lovely sparkle and are set in star settings. Diamond total 13pts. Ring Size: J 1/2 or 5...
Diamond, Gold
Vintage Lapis Lazuli and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The lapis stone in this ring is beautiful and bright. The smooth cut of the stone goes perfectly with the chunky gold ring. Modelled in 9 carat gold. Ring Size: R or 8 1/2 Stone ...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 9k Gold
18ct Gold, Birmingham Hallmarked, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire & Diamond Ring Hallmarked 18ct Gold Birmingham, Date Letter Worn 18ct yellow gold ring, set with three round-cut sapphires and two old-cut diamonds in alternatin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$656Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Signet Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring, Signet Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any o...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This antique five-stone ring, stamped 18ct gold and dated circa 1900, features three rich rubies and two diamonds in a c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,004Sale Price / item|20% Off
Genuine Diamond Stardust Unisex Band Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Diamond Stardust Unisex Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 0.057 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. April birthstone diamond brings...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920's blush silk chiffon beaded flapper dress silver and pink UK 8-10
Located in Nashville, TN
Full of opulent original details, rendered in the most luxurious fashion, this rare 1920's piece is a beauty to behold . The rounded neckline is framed by wide shoulder straps and a...
Brush Bark Textured Branch Band, 14K Yellow Gold Stackable, LR5648
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
This Gabriel & Co. band is stunningly beautiful brushed textured 14 karat yellow gold stackable ring band and provides a look that is very classic and modern at the same time! Th...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Georgian Style Cabochon Garnet 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine antique Georgian style oval cabochon garnet 14K yellow gold signet ring with gold rope twist halo detail 19th Century Beautiful antique oval garnet signet ring with a lovely, u...
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Masriera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Angel of the Morning Plique a Jour Enamel Ring
By Masriera
Located in Troy, MI
Masriera is a company world-renowned for their amazing enamel work & Art Nouveau reproductions. This 18kt yellow gold Angel Of The Morning ring with “plique-à-jour” and “basse taill...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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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