Roman Ring with Nicolo Intaglio of Minerva 1st Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1st – 2nd century A.D. Top size: 14,5 mm Ring size: 7 Weight: 5,2 gr The intaglio, dated to the Roman era of the 1st century AD, features an engraved depiction of Minerv...
Agate, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Minerva Intaglio, 3rd-4th Century AD
Located in London, GB
Ancient Roman gold ring with Minerva intaglio. Set to centre with an oval hardstone intaglio in a closed back roman set setting, finely engraved with an image of the goddess of wisdo...
Gold
Ancient Roman gold ring with agate intaglio of Minerva, circa 2nd - 3rd century
Located in London, GB
Ancient Roman gold ring with agate intaglio of Minerva. Set with an oval banded agate intaglio to centre of the standing goddess Minerva with long robes and helmet, holding a winged ...
Antique Minerva Unisex Ring Intaglio Hematite solid 585 / 14K Gold ØUS8 / 6.2 gr
Located in SE
German ca. early XX cent. Signet Intaglio Ring in solid 14K Rose Gold with claw set hand-cut intaglio on natural Hematite stone depicting depicting Greek Athena (Roman Minerva ) or A...
Hematite, 14k Gold
42 Carat Lemon Citrine Ring Emerald Cut Monumental Cocktail Ring Gorgeous Gem!
Located in New York, NY
The ring is Sterling Silver and is hallmarked 925 with an M and Minerva head.
Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
90 Carat Rose De France Amethyst Ring Checkerboard Cut Monumental Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring is Sterling Silver and is hallmarked 925 with an M and Minerva head.
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Modern French Designer Silver Interlaced Wires Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in silver, minerva head hallmark. This imposing silver designer ring is made entirely of intertwined solid silver wires, one of which forms a ring at the base.
Silver
Large Ancient Roman Carnelian Intaglio Gold Ring c.1st Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
The depiction of Minerva on this ring is similar to the depiction of Minerva on silver coins of the Roman Emperor Domitian.
Carnelian, Gold
Vintage 0.42 Carat Rub Over Set Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
The Minerva Ring Gem Details The centre diamond is estimated to weigh 0.46 carats, is G colour and SI clarity grades.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Nesting V Diamond Unique Chevron Ring, Marquise Minerva in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Unique marquise V chevron diamond wedding band - Minerva. A beautiful complimentary ring to enhance and add sparkle to your engagement ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Brown Glass Intaglio Minerva Mens Ring Late 19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring size 9 Weight:19gr.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Gold Ring with a Roman Intaglio Representing Minerva.
Located in London, GB
Gold and Silver Ring Set with a Roman Amethyst Intaglio Depicting the Attributes of Minerva.
Ancient Roman Gold Ring with Minerva Intaglio 2rd Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Ancient Roman 2rd Century AD intaglio with Minerva. Set to centre with an oval carnelian intaglio in a closed back roman set setting, finely engraved with an image of the goddess of ...
Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold
Ancient Roman Minerva intaglio ring, circa 3rd-4th century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval carnelian intaglio , finely engraved with an image of the goddess of wisdom and war, Minerva, who is depicted standing wearing a helmet and holding a spear and shield, set...
Agate, Carnelian, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
French 20th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Minerva Round Shape Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique ring of round shape, it is formed of a disc engraved with a pattern of a helmeted minerva surmounted by a chimera. 2 rose- cut diamonds in star settings decorate the all.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Modern French Designer Silver Asymetrical Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in silver, minerva head hallmark. A headband ring featuring a flat hammered ribbon meeting asymmetrically at the top.
Silver
Large French Art Nouveau Silver First Standard Serviette Ring, circa 1900
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Large French Art Nouveau silver first standard Serviette ring, hallmarked with Minerva head and master stamp of Claude Doutre Roussel.
Silver
Antique Imperial Russian Minerva Ring Intaglio Red Onyx 56/14K Gold ØUS 5.75
Located in SE
Antique Russian Unisex Signet Intaglio Ring dating to ca. ca. late XIX - early XX cent. in solid 14K Rose / Red Gold with claw set fine intaglio on Red Onyx depicting Greek Athena (R...
Onyx, 14k Gold
Gold and Hardstone Minerva Cameo Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Carved with a profile of Minerva, mounted in 18kt yellow gold Size: 7 Weight:18,7gr
Gold
Minerva intaglio ring in 22 karat gold, signet ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Minerva intaglio ring in 22 karat gold. Ring centered with a carnelian intaglio probably depicting the goddess Minerva, holding a spear in her right hand and accompanied by a bird on...
Carnelian, Gold
Sold
H 34.26 in W 66.15 in D 1.97 in
Antique Oil Painting "Sacrifice to Minerva" Odoardo Vicinelli Letterfourie 18thC
Located in London, GB
Others say she was simply a vessel for the birth of Minerva. The constant pounding and ringing left Jupiter with agonizing pain.
Canvas
Contemporary 1.28 Carat Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
The Minerva Ring Gem Details The centre diamond is estimated to weigh 0.50 carats, is H colour and P1 clarity grade.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Chrysoprase Scarab Rose Cut Diamond Halo Ring Egyptian Revival
Located in New York, NY
A museum quality Art Deco Egyptian Revival masterpiece. The ring with a central Scarab carved in Green Chrysoprase of great beauty. The Scarab is surrounded by a halo of sparkling ...
Diamond, Chrysophrase, 14k Gold, Gold
Birthstone July Ruby Gold Bead Necklace, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
A full strand of ruby with one cluster of 18K gold beads off center. The green agate at the clasp is a small surprise, you notice it when you put the necklace on. Ruby, 2mm x 3mm (I...
Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$808Sale Price|20% Off
H 4.75 in W 1.91 in L 26.5 in
Citrine Nugget Apatite Cartouche Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Rosalie Necklace. The history of perfume during the Regency and Victorian Eras is a fascinating subject and this delicate necklace pays homage to the creativity and workmanship of...
Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
$2,400Sale Price|50% Off
Tourmaline & Natural Pearl Ring, Georgian
Located in Northampton, MA
A bright pink tourmaline weighing .60 carats is surrounded by 10 luminous natural saltwater pearls in this antique buttery 18K yellow gold ring. This gorgeous jewel dates from around...
Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$15,217
W 0.75 in L 11.82 in
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Platinum Collier De Chien Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Flexible diamond "collier de chien" made out of platinum and set with rose diamonds. Nine oval links alternate with nine double bows to form an exquisite choker. The collar is modell...
Diamond, Platinum
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Nike Coin 18k Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautiful Image of the Greek Goddess Nike is featured on this rare coin from Terina, an ancient Greek colony on the top side of the "toe" of the "boot" of what is now Southern Ital...
18k Gold
Edwardian Peridot Old Mine Diamond Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL ROUND FACETED PERIDOT GEMS SET WITH PEARLS AND AN OLD MINE DIAMOND IN A GORG...
Pearl, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian 18k Gold Blue Enamel Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1790s
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval blue enamel plaque with applied old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamond floral and foliate decoration, closed back settings throughout, with engraved bright-cut decoratio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Silver, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Spiga Diamond Pink Rubellite Heart Yellow Gold 3-Row Adjustable Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This stunning ring from Bulgari's iconic Spiga collection features a flexible 3-row design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a heart-shaped pink rubellite and brilliant-cut ro...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Gemstone Giardinetti Flower Basket Conversion Necklace
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This remarkable giardinetti or “little garden” pendant (circa 1820–1850) exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of the Georgian to early Victorian era. The jewel depicts an urn over...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Late Georgian 9 Carat Gold Pearl Cluster Locket Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This Georgian ring holds a lock of hair behind glazing. The shoulders of the ring are delicate and decorative. Behind the face of the ring is the inscription 'John Greenslade Ob 28 A...
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold
18k Yellow Gold Stick/Lapel Pin Vintage Tiffany Favrile Cobalt Blue Glass Scarab
Located in New York, NY
This stick/lapel pin is a breathtaking piece of jewelry that beautifully combines luxurious 18k yellow gold with shimmering Favrile cobalt blue glass scarab. Crafted by skilled artis...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 3ctw. Emerald 0.6ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 6.75/ 5gr
Located in SE
Nice German cluster Emeralds and Diamonds Ring. Plain band and shoulders. Openwork crown in White Gold 16mm x 12.6mm x 6.9mm deep. All stones with open backs. Claw set natural oval c...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Antique 3.57ctw Opal Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Dinner Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This AUTHENTIC Victorian OPAL and DIAMOND Ring will certainly pick your Imagination. Was it a nineteenth century promise ring of sorts? A gift to mark a special occasion? Whatever th...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Steven Battelle 11.1 Carats Reddish-Pink Tourmaline Cabochon 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautiful very clear 12 x 14 mm cushion Tourmaline cabochon in an attractive reddish-pink shade is set surrounded by an artisan crafted stepped bezel with cross thatched accents on...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Antique Ring Watch 18 Karat Diamonds Circa early 1900's working watch ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Estimate from the Georgian era over 100 years old ! real 18k gold and real rose cut diamonds Natural Diamonds. Working Watch. the movement was replaced for a new and working (swiss m...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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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