Mourning Pearl Ring
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Natural Pearl, Enamel
Antique 18th Century Georgian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 18th Century Georgian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Enamel
Antique 1770s Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique 1830s Unknown Victorian More Rings
Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1820s British Georgian More Rings
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Antique 1830s British Georgian More Rings
Crystal, Pearl
Antique 1850s Victorian Band Rings
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian More Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Signet Rings
Crystal, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique 1830s English George IV Cluster Rings
Garnet, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
Antique 1890s Etruscan Revival Cluster Rings
Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Agate, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1800s English George III Fashion Rings
Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel
20th Century Victorian Fashion Rings
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Rose Gold
Antique 1870s English Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, Gold
Antique 1880s English Victorian Cluster Rings
Ruby, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique 1870s English Victorian Dome Rings
Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Chain Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Brooches
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Gold
Vintage 1910s Victorian Brooches
Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s English Etruscan Revival Bangles
Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 1880s English Etruscan Revival Bangles
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Italian Arts and Crafts Chain Bracelets
Garnet, Gold, Enamel
Antique 1820s Unknown Georgian More Rings
Natural Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1750s British Georgian Cocktail Rings
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1820s British Regency Cluster Rings
Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Artisan Band Rings
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 18th Century French Georgian Fashion Rings
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18th Century British Georgian More Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian More Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Beaded Bracelets
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s Belgian Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s French High Victorian Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique 1810s Georgian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Citrine, Pearl, Gold
Antique Late 18th Century British Fashion Rings
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian More Rings
Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique 1870s Unknown Cluster Rings
Pearl
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Cluster Rings
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1850s British Victorian More Rings
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Antique 1850s Victorian Band Rings
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Victorian Signet Rings
Onyx, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s British Victorian More Rings
Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian More Rings
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A mourning ring is used to memorialize a loved one who recently died. The practice of wearing memorial jewelry in this way began during the Victorian era in England. Today, some people wear antique mourning rings purely for fashion. Shop a collection of mourning rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022During the 18th and 19th centuries, mourning rings were worn on the pinky finger. When the jewelry came back into fashion in the 1930s and 40s, the tradition of displaying a mourning ring on the fifth finger continued. Today, people may opt to wear the rings on any finger. You'll find a variety of mourning rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023What pearls symbolize in a wedding ring is a matter of personal opinion. Some people associate pearls with sincerity, so a wedding ring that features them may mean a person takes their vows seriously. Others believe pearls are a symbol of purity and innocence. Pearls may also represent being loyal to one's spouse or promising to live harmoniously with them. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl wedding rings.
- How long does a pearl ring last?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How long a pearl ring lasts depends on how well you care for it. Protecting your ring from chemicals and taking it off before you perform tasks like house cleaning can help to extend its life. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of pearl rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, pearls are good for engagement rings. Pearls symbolize loyalty, integrity, generosity, and purity which makes them a fitting choice for an engagement. However, pearls have a hardness of 2.5-3 on the Mohs scale, meaning they are easily scratched and not ideal for everyday wear.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The white pearl is a symbol of new beginnings, purity and innocence, making this natural gem ideal for bridal jewelry. While a pearl isn’t suited to an engagement ring because of its softness, it makes for a lovely cocktail ring, necklace or earrings. Shop a collection of authentic white pearl jewelry from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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