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Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
1990s Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Retro Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Georgian Signet Rings
Rose Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Band Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1970s Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Victorian Signet Rings
White Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s American Signet Rings
14k Gold
2010s Wedding Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Signet Rings
Hematite, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Hoop Earrings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Signet Rings
Vintage 1970s Italian Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Blue Sapphire
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Blue Sapphire
Antique 19th Century Signet Rings
18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American More Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s British Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Signet Rings
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Classical Greek Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Signet Rings
9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1930s French Retro Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Spinel, Tourmaline, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Signet Rings
9k Gold
Early 20th Century Renaissance Revival More Rings
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Signet Rings
9k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Classical Roman Fashion Rings
Moonstone, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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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.
- What does a pinky ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Historically, a pinky ring symbolized a disinterest in getting married. During the Victorian era, both single men and women who were uninterested in marriage would wear a pinky ring on their left hand. Today, a pinky ring is more of a fashion statement rather than a symbol of the single life.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024What wearing a pinky ring means varies and is a matter of personal opinion. Some people associate pinky ringers with personal or professional achievement or with wealth and power. In Victorian England, men who were single and had no wish to be married sometimes sported pinky rings as a sign that they weren't looking for romance. During the 20th century, some LGBTQ people wore pinky rings to signify their sexuality. However, this became less common as LGBTQ rights advanced, making it less necessary to conceal one's identity. Keep in mind that pinky rings don't always have a deeper meaning. Some people simply wear them because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pinky rings.
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