New 14k White Gold 7.9ctw GIA NO HEAT Oval Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Claw Prong Set - Purplish Red Color - NO HEAT - 7.44ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below For ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.01 Carat No Heat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a piece from Rewa Jewelry, this Ruby and Diamond Ring is a blend of luxury and sophistication. At the center of the ring is a 1.01-carat Pigeon Blood Burma Ruby. The ring...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.64 Carat No Heat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a piece from Rewa Jewelry, this ring showcases a vibrant 0.64-carat ruby as its centerpiece. The ring is certified as 'Pigeon Blood' from GemResearch Swisslab (GRS), Cert...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.95 Carat No Heat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a piece from Rewa Jewelry, this ring showcases a vibrant 0.95-carat ruby at its center. The ring is certified as 'Pigeon Blood' from GemResearch Swisslab (GRS), Certifica...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.91 Carat Cabochon Natural Red Ruby Burma No Heat GIA and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Ruby and Diamond Platinum and Gold Bombay design Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.54 Carat No Heat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold GIA Certified
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified No Heat oval Ruby weighing 1.54 carats Measuring (8.15x6.69x2.85) mm Diamonds quality is H-VS2-Si1 Baguette Diamonds are .29 carats Round Diamonds are .37 carats Set in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.26 Carat No Heat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold GIA Certified
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified No Heat Ruby weighing 1.26 carats Measuring (8.17x5.97x2.66) mm Diamonds quality is H-VS2-Si1 Baguette Diamonds are .31 carats Round Diamonds are .38 carats Set in 18 k...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond GIA Certified No Heat 3.64 Carat Pear Shape Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring a an elegant and stylish wrap around diamond and pear shape ruby snake ring. The ruby is pear shape and has the spread of a 1.30 carat plus size, although it is right unde...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
NO HEAT 1.43 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified Emerald Cut NO HEAT Ruby 1.43 carats Measuring (7.9x6.1) mm 2 Trapezoid Diamonds weighing .38 carats D-VS quality Set in 18k white gold 2.95 grams
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
5.08 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This exquisite ruby and diamond ring made by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. The vibrant centre piece is 1.98 carat weight approximately. Surrounded by 9 pieces of rubies in 3.1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 4.53ct natural No Heat red ruby diamonds ring 18kt fancy yellows*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Ruby & Yellow Diamonds Ring 2.07ct. GIA Oval Red Ruby Report: 2173630687 (VS) Clean Clarity & Transparent. 9.08 X 6.68 X 3.68mm GIA: No Heat 1.96ct Side n...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.38 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This exquisite ruby and diamond ring made by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. The vibrant centre piece is 1.38 carat weight approximately. Accented with round shaped diamonds 88...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond and No Heat Ruby Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond and No Heat Ruby Three Stone Ring. This incredible Edwardian three stone ring is crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 3.85ct Gia Burma No Heat Ruby Baguette Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This elegantly and well refined ruby and diamond cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a gorgeous, GIA certified, ruby solitaire neatly bezel set at the rais...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950's 4.00 CTW No-Heat Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Vintage Double Halo Ring AGL
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut ruby weighing 1.60 carats total - transparent medium red Natural Burmese (Myanmar) in origin and displaying no indications of heat treatment Prong set in a wire...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Edwardian 1.90 CTW No Heat Burma Ruby Diamond Platinum Antique Three Stone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion cut ruby weighing 1.12 carats - transparent medium purplish red in color Natural Burmese in origin and displaying no indications of heat treatment Prong set and f...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Certified 8.80 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Main Stone: 7.60 carats Red OVAL" Matching: white diamonds totaling abo...
Ruby, Platinum
AGL Certified 3.8 Carat Oval No Heat Burma Ruby Ring & Diamond Halo in Platinum
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified 3.80 carat Purplish Red oval cut no heat Burma Ruby. This ruby is radiating a rich, vivid red color.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GRS Certified 0.95 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a timeless treasure from Rewa: a captivating ruby and diamond ring designed for effortless everyday elegance. Crafted with a minimalist and modern aesthetic, this piece s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.70 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 0.70 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring Burma No Heat 2.87 Carat Cabochon in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring from Rewa Jewels features a 2.87-carat cabochon ruby as its centerpiece. It is surrounded by a halo of diamonds, including brilliant-cut and baguette shapes, with a total d...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.86 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby And Diamond Ring In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The ruby has been certified by GIA as Burmese and without any heat treatment.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Pigeon Blood 1.13 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new 1.13 carat Burmese ruby ring mounted with diamonds in 18 Karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby 1 Carat No Heat Diamond Vintage Trilogy 18 Karat Gold Round Oval Cut Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Vintage No Heat Ruby Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold Certified A beautiful vintage ruby and diamond trilogy ring crafted in 18ct yellow gold, dating to the 1980s and bearing full UK ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century 3.00 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond 18k White Gold Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A captivating ruby, weighing approximately 3 carats, commands attention in this exquisite ring. The ruby, expertly cut in a cushion shape, displays a rich and intense red hue that is...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$200,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA GRS Certified 6.61 Carat Vivid Red Oval Ruby Diamond Ring BURMA NO HEAT
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Centering on a vivid red ruby heart shaped ruby framed by two rows of diamonds this stone is extremely high quality
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
GRS Certified Van Cleef and Arpels 8.85 Carat No Heat Oval Ruby 18K Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Graded by GRS Gemlabs to have Vivid Orangy-Red color and no heat treatment. Stone Details: ✔ Stone: Ruby ✔ Weight: 8.85 carats ✔ Color: Vivid Orangy-Red ✔ Cut: Oval, step-cut ✔ ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald cut Ruby (No Heat) and Pear cut White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A refined Natural Mozambique Ruby (No Heat) and White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold, featuring a precisely cut and calibrated row of vivid red, untreated rubies at its center—valued for t...
Ruby, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 4.96 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Ring In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18Kt Gold Burma Pigeon Blood Quality Ruby No Heat 2, 08 Ct GRS Certified Ring
By Orologio / Joël Glecer
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18kt gold Ruby Diamond Ring, Comes with GRS Gem Research SwissLab Certificate Ruby: Natural Ruby 2.08ct No indications of treatment Diamonds: 140 diamonds Material: 18kt ...
Ruby, Gold
14k White Gold C. Dunaigre 1.33ct No Heat Vivid Red Round Ruby Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - Really Special Color - Mozambique - No Heat - 1.33ct (exact) ** See Certification Details...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring GIA Certified 1.94 Carat Burma No Heat in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels features a classic design that is versatile enough for any occasion.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.68 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Ring In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring GIA Certified 2.19 Carat Burma No Heat in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a brand new ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels. This ring has been inspired by traditional Art Deco themes through it's colorful stones and traditional shaped such as r...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring GRS Certified 1.51 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a brand new ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels. This ring has been inspired by classic themes through it's symmetrical designs and traditional shaped such as rounds and...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.60 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Ring In 18k White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Pigeon Blood 0.81 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new 0.81 carat Burmese ruby ring mounted with diamonds in 18 Karat gold by Rewa.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.60 Carat Cushion No Heat Natural Ruby Halo Diamond Ring 18K Gold
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18K gold halo ring features perfectly matched brilliant round diamonds 1.3 mm each Micro-Prong set on a 1.7 mm wide shank. In the center of the ring is set one unique natural Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 7.50 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
Ruby
18kt White Gold 4 Ct No Heat Vivid Ruby Ring, 1.5 Ct Diamonds, CGL Certificate
By Orologio / Joël Glecer
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18kt White Gold 4.02ct No Heat Vivid Red Ruby Ring, With 1.52ct Diamonds With CGL Certificate Ruby: Cushion / Brilliant - Step cut, Vivid red, Transparent, No indicatio...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Pigeon Blood 1.44 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby ring. The ring's center stone is 1.44 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate number: 2...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald cut Ruby (No Heat) and Pear cut White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Mozambique Ruby (No Heat) - 2.09 ct Natural White diamonds- 1.84 ct Made in 18K Gold HYT Jewelry is a Fine Diamond and Gemstone Jewelry company with offices worldwide.
White Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 2.02 CTW No Heat Burma Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Gold Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of alternating pattern of prong set cushion cut rubies and old mine cut diamonds Rubies weigh approximately 1.13 carats total - transparent medium purplish red Natural Burm...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 2.19 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby & Trapezoid Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified 2.19 carat no heat Burma ruby ring. Adorned with 2 trapezoid cut diamonds totaling 0.97 cttw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.72 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Presenting an exquisite solitaire ring featuring a rare GRS-certified ‘Pigeon Blood’ red ruby, weighing 0.72 carats (GRS2021-111296). This cushion-shaped center stone originates from...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$59,200Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Plat
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Chicago, IL
Accompanied by a GIA report confirming the ruby’s natural origin and lack of heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
AGL Certified 1.76 Carat Pigeon's Blood Red No Heat Classic Burma Ruby Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified 1.76 Carat Cushion Cut Pigeon's Blood Red No Heat Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA certified 3.04 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Ring In 18 Karat W. Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.17 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The center stone is a 1.17 carat ruby.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GRS Certified 1.58 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The center stone is a 1.58 carat ruby.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
SSEF Certified 4.24 Carat Burma Mogok No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The center stone is a 4.24 carat ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.03 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The center stone is a 1.03 carat ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold GIA Burma No Heat Cushion Ruby Mine Cut Diamond Sides Matte Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Antique Ruby - Cushion Cut - Prong Set - Purplish Red - Burma - No Heat - 2.62ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (2)...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.88 Carat Burma No Heat Red Ruby Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring features a 0.88-carat GIA-certified heart-cut red ruby from Burma, left unheated to showcase its natural, intense red color (certificate number GIA3505474904). Paired with ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 1.52ct Non Heat Ruby Design Ring by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Created in 18K white gold, MOISEIKIN's 1.52ct non-heat ruby ring with the perfect colour graduation captivates your eyes and heart.
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
Unheated 3.07ct Burma Pink Sapphire No Heat & Diamond Ring - Stunning!
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply extraordinary and utterly unique Jewel set in solid platinum and featuring a stunning Unheated Pink Sapphire from the famed mines of Mogok in Burma (Myanmar) weighing an imp...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS 1 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A ‘Pigeon Blood’ red hue ruby and diamond solitaire ring made in 18 Karat gold. A classic design with a unique triangle shaped ruby. This ring is a good fit for everyday use and for ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$39,200Sale Price|20% Off
Burma Ruby No-Heat 4.75 Carats Set in Vintage Platinum Mounting, Certified
Located in Northampton, MA
An enormous, spectacular four-carat cabochon-cut vivid pinkish-red no-heat Burma ruby commands attention in this extraordinary platinum Mid-century ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Ring GRS Certified 2.19 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels features a timeless design, suitable for any occasion.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$66,304Sale Price|20% Off
11.24 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Sugar Loaf & Half Moon Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
11.24 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Sugar Loaf & Half Moon Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring Featuring a rare and large 11.24 carat sugar loaf ruby with gorgeous vivid red color certified by the ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories 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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.