Mens classical onyx diamond ring 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Onyx Diamond ring made in 14Kt yellow gold, size 8. **All items leave our premises with a certificate in buyers name, company policy! This insures security for you and us, it is als...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
$6,500
Men's Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Sapphire Ring Beautiful yellow gold ring featuring a round center sapphire and four round cut diamonds on each side.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
$15,000
Men's Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Sapphire Ring A yellow gold ring set with am oval oval sapphire and adorned with round cut diamonds Approximate Sapphire Weight: 4.44 carats Approximate Diamond Weight: 2.6...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Men's Cats Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Cats Eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Cocktail Ring A white gold ring set with a cat's eye accented by baguettes and tapered baguettes.
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, 18k Gold
3.38 Carats Pavè Diamonds 14K Gold Men’s Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
INTRODUCING A STUNNING 3.38 TCW ROUND BRILLIANT CUT NATURAL DIAMONDS TRAP HOUSE 3D MEN'S RING MADE OF 14K GOLD.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mens Diamond Sapphire Ring Band 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring is crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold (stamped). Three square cut natural blue Sapphires measure 3mm each (appr. .45 carat). Six diamonds total .42 carat of SI1 to I1 ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Diamond 18K White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This stunning ruby and diamond ring is the perfect choice for the stylish and sophisticated man. The ring is made of 18K white gold and features a bold ruby cabochon surrounded by a ...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Men's Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring by Elan
Located in New York, NY
Men's Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring by Elan A yellow gold ring set with a cabochon emerald, accented with 18 baguette cut diamonds and 44 round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Diamond Star Two Tone Men Ring
Located in New York, NY
-Custom made -14k White/Yellow -Dimension: 1.00x1.00” -Diamond: 5.4ct -VS clarity, G color -Weight: 27.5gr -Ring size: 9
Men’s Massive 4.60 Carat Diamond Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s Massive 4.60 Carat Diamond Ring 14k Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Men’s 2.20 Carat Diamond Pinky Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Men’s 1.46 Carat Diamonds Ring 14k Gold. The ring measures 19mm in height and features 73 round diamonds each weighing approx 0.03ct for a total of 2.20 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mens Diamond Gold Nugget Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 25 brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.50 carats Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Size: 9.25 Ri...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Solitaire Bezel-Set Diamond Men’s Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Solitaire Bezel-Set Diamond Men’s Band Ring Description: This refined men’s ring is crafted in 18 karat white gold and features a single round diamond bezel-set flush into a gently ...
Vermeil Sterling 925 Silver White Diamond Men Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Elevate your style with this Sterling Silver Diamond Men's Band. This striking ring features numerous brilliant round diamonds, each measuring 1mm in diameter, totaling 0.5 carats.
Diamond, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Men’s 4.50 Total Carat Diamonds Six Row Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s 6-Row Diamond Pinky Ring 10 karat gold Diamond Clarity: VS/SI Size 5.5-6.5 (expands) Weights 12 grams Diamond total weights approx 4.50 carats Ring measures 13.5mm in height
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Diamond Halo Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Men's diamond cluster center halo ring in 14k white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Men’s 3.00 Carat Diamonds 14k Rose Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s 3.00 Carat Diamonds Rose Gold Ring Size: 8.5 Measures 14mm height Diamonds total weight approx 3.00 carats There are princess cut diamonds as well as round diamonds throughout...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Ruby Men's Designer Ring Band
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
14K white gold men's ring featuring 6 brilliant round diamonds (0.13 carats) and 12 natural rubies (0.32 carats) in a sleek designer band.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
.5 Carat Diamond Platinum Men's Wedding Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Simple low dome men's diamond wedding band ring. 1 round brilliant cut diamond set in a 4.5mm solid platinum band with a single securely set diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
18K White Gold Retro Diamond Cluster Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This ring is for men in search of a chic diamond statement piece that no one else has.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sterling 925 Silver Black Diamond Mens Mans Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Featuring numerous brilliant round black diamonds, each measuring 3 mm, the ring has a total diamond weight of 1 carat.
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Men’s Brown Diamond Ring 4.08 Carat
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Bold and distinctive, this 14K yellow gold men’s ring features a striking natural brown diamond set in a substantial, masculine design.
Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.25 CT Round White Diamond 18 KT Yellow Gold Solitaire Gents Signet Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
0.25 Round Brilliant White Diamond Men's Signet Style ring is set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Diamond Channel Set 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 11 Ring Height: 11.6 mm tall Total Weight: 17.5 Grams Diamond Count: 12 brilliant cut Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.20 Diam...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Mens Diamond Cluster Ribbed 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 9 Ring Height: 15 mm tall Total Weight: 16.6 Grams Diamond Count: 22 brilliant cut Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.00 Diamo...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Black Onyx Diamond Yellow Gold Men's Substantial Ring
Located in New York, NY
This classic men's substantial ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and set with a square black onyx stone and round H-I VS2-SI1 diamonds of an estimated 0.50 carats.
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Diamond Mens Unisex Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Make a bold statement with this 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Lapis Lazuli Men's Ring. This striking piece features a rich, deep blue lapis lazuli gemstone, measuring 13mm by 5mm, surr...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Skulls ring black diamonds 14KT black gold mens ring 7mm
Located in Boca Raton, FL
One of a kind, our signature Miami Jewels ring made with 12 skulls, black gold and fine quality black diamonds. 7mm wide and made to perfection with crafting each skull separately an...
Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Men's Titanium 18 Karat Round Black Diamond Band Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
In this men’s collection, you will find a wide range of jewelry such as rings and bracelets.
Diamond, Black Diamond, Titanium
Sterling 925 Silver Black White Diamond Mens Mans Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This stunning Sterling Silver men's band combines elegance and strength with its striking design featuring black and white brilliant round diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
.30ct. mens natural round diamond traditional ring 14kt Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Men's round diamonds & Mod Deco ring. .30ct. center round diamond.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
.10ct Diamonds Square Box Mod Deco Mens Ring 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
Mens Square Box Diamond Band .10ct. Natural round cut brilliant diamond Durable Built.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
.60ct Natural round diamond mens ring 14kt gold pinky*
Located in New York, NY
.60ct Natural Round Cut Diamond unisex mens Ring Si-1 clarity H color. 14kt yellow gold 6.4 Grams Depth: 9mm Current ring size: 10.25 May professionally resize, please inquire.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.50ctw Black Diamond Mens Ring Sterling Silver Size 10
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This bold gents black diamond ring is crafted in sterling silver and features 1.50 carats total weight of round black diamonds. The dark stones create a strong, modern look with slee...
Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
.55ct. mens natural round diamond ring 14kt gold Gothic*
Located in New York, NY
Men's round diamond & Statement ring. .55ct. center round diamond.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
0.30 Carat Platinum Men's Princess Cut Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Platinum handcrafted Men's band showcases a single Princess cut diamond on an eight (8) MM wide band. The band is in a satin finish and comfort fit. Diamond Weight : 0.30 Carat...
Diamond, Platinum
18K White Gold Diamond Cluster Retro Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This ring is for someone in search of a chic and classy statement piece that no one else has. A ring that communicates a taste of avant-garde jewelry. The ring boasts 16 princess cut...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Men's Cabochon Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Cabochon Sapphire Ring A yellow gold ring set with a cabochon sapphire adorned with six round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
4.99 Carats Round Brillant Diamonds Hip Hop Men’s Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Classy 4.99 Carats Round Brilliant Diamonds Hip Hop Men's Ring In 14K White Gold. Perfect Gift For All Occasions !!
Diamond, 14k Gold
5.2 Carat Diamond and Ruby Mens Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* Make a statement with this one of a kind 5.2 carat VS quality White Diamond and 0.83 carat Ruby ring. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.85 Carats Round - Baguettes Diamonds 14K Gold Men’s Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Classy 5.85 Cts Round Baguette Cut Natural Diamonds Iced Out Men's Wedding Ring In 14K Gold. Perfect Gift For All Occasions !!
Diamond, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Men’s Platinum Milgrain Band Ring Flush Diamond
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Timeless and refined, this Tiffany & Co. men’s wedding band is crafted in solid platinum and weighs 7.5 grams.
Diamond, Platinum
14k Channel Diamond Wedding eternity Band. Mens diamond channel eternity ring
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Single Row channel set diamonds. Ring was sold by KAY jewelers. Possibly LEO diamonds.
Diamond
Sybarite Men's Transformer Ring
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
The transformer ring has two positions and can be used as a wedding ring. The first position features a triangular diamond nestled between the row of white and black diamonds. The se...
White Diamond, Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
1ct Black Diamonds Circular Mens Ring 14kt gold 12428*
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
1 ct black diamonds ring .75ct white diamonds. G-color Vs-2 clarity. 14kt white gold. 12.3 grams Size 7 19mm wide 7mm depth $4500 Appraisal Certificate to accompany
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mens Diamond Ruby Ring 14K Gold Band Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous estate ring for a gentleman is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold. The center genuine Earth mined round cut Ruby measures 4.2 mm (.36 carat). This is a very clean ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1/2 Carat Diamond Men’s Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
Introducing our stunning 1/2 Carat Diamond Men’s Ring, crafted in luxurious 14K white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
$196Sale Price|20% Off
Tungsten Diamond ring Triton size 9 not sizable wedding ring mens
By Triton
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning diamond ring with a single diamond by Triton, the ring is comfort fit, very snug and comfortable, it is a size 9 and cannot be re-sized. The ring is brand new and will come ...
Diamond
Yellow Gold Synthetic Star Ruby and Diamond Men's Ring
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold Synthetic Star Ruby and Diamond Men's Ring Description: This retro-style men's band is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and features a central 2.00-carat oval cabochon s...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Diamond Wedding Band Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Diamond Count: 3 brilliant cut Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.10 carats Diamond Color: G-H Diamond Clarity: VS Ring Size: 11.5 (resiza...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$200Sale Price|20% Off
Tungten Triton Diamond ring size 8 cannot be resized mens ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tungsten Triton Diamond ring in size 8, this ring is brand new and it cannot be re-sized. Certificate of authenticity comes with purchase ABOUT US We are a family-owned business. O...
Diamond
1/4 Carat Diamond Men’s Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
Introducing our 1/4 Carat Diamond Men’s Ring in 14k Gold. This men’s ring features a 1/4 carat round-cut diamond, elegantly set in 14k gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mens Diamond Belt Buckle Ring 14K Gold Band Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Mens Diamond Belt Buckle Ring 14K Gold Band Vintage This beautiful vintage solid 14K Gold ring is made in the shape of the buckle and set with natural diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Men's Pave' Texas Flag Men’s Ring, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond
Located in Houston, TX
This men's Texas flag ring is made in 14K white gold.
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Men's Sterling Silver Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, 2.51ct
Located in Nantucket, MA
A dazzling cluster of nine faceted oval Columbian emeralds. All bordered with round, brilliant cut diamonds. Set in sterling silver and the ring size is 7.75. Emeralds total 2.51 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
Retro Men’s 1.50tcw Diamonds Carved Nugget 14k Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Retro Men’s 1.50tcw Diamonds Carved Nugget 14k Gold Ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Men's Three Stone Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Men's Three Stone Marquise Cut Diamond Ring. A diamond ring consisting of a center marquise with two small side marquise diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Black diamond ring mens wedding band 18KT gold mens jewelry natural black diamon
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural black diamonds totaling 0.50ct in 18KT white gold. This item will come with a beautiful packaging and certificate of authenticity from laboratory in your name. All items le...
Black Diamond
Vintage Men’s 0.10 Carat Diamonds Band Ring 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Men’s 0.10 Carat Diamonds Band Ring 18k Gold. The ring measures 6mm in height and features 6 round cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.10 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Ruby Diamond Ring 2.25cttw 18K Yellow Gold Geometric Cocktail
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mens Ruby Diamond Ring 2.25cttw 18K Yellow Gold Geometric Cocktail Striking Men’s Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring Crafted in Solid 18K Yellow Gold and Stamped “750” Bold Statement ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry 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.
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