Ceylon Sapphire Flank Solitaire Ring, circa 1940
Located in London, GB
Ceylon sapphire flank solitaire ring. Set to centre with an octagonal emerald-cut natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 4.2...
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
New 18K Gold 1.39ct GIA Emerald Cut Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond 3 Three Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Prong Set - Rich Royal Blue Color - **See Certification Details Below** (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Emerald Cut - Prong Set ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist 14K Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut Blue Sapphire Wave Band Ring Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This minimalist 14K yellow gold wave band ring showcases a stunning 0.9-carat emerald-cut blue sapphire, measuring approximately 5.8 x 4.5 mm, set in a classic four-prong solitaire s...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 6.40 Carat Certified Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Sapphire 6.40 carat Color/Clarity: Untreated Certifications: GRS Size: 6 Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k white gold Weight: 8.48 grams Period: Contemporary Experience luxu...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
$1,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.28 Ct Georgian Style Emerald-Cut Deep Blue Sapphire Solitaire Ring in 18K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Georgian-style solitaire ring in 18K solid yellow gold showcases a stunning 2.28-carat octagon-cut blue sapphire, measuring approximately 9 x 7 mm.
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage natural yellow Ceylon sapphire ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Yellow Ceylon sapphire ring. Set with an octagonal scissor cut natural no heat yellow Ceylon sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 15.00 carats, to an i...
Yellow Sapphire, Rose Gold
GIA Certified Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond 3-Stone Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Stunning brand-new custom made sapphire and sapphire statement ring! Ring Size: 6.5 (can be sized) Materials: 18K White Gold Primary Stone: Natural Blue Ceylon Sapphire Secondary St...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Colour change Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring
Located in London, GB
Colour change Ceylon sapphire and diamond coronet cluster ring. Centrally set with a octagonal step cut natural unenhanced blue/purple colour change Ceylon sapphire, blue in daylight...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Gold & Platinum 5.51ctw GIA Sapphire Old Mine Cut Yellow Diamond Bezel Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Octagonal Cut - Prong Set - Brilliant Blue Color - Clean - No Heat - Ceylon - 3.49ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Comp...
Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18kt White Gold Ceylon Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold sapphire ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 2.438 grams Set with- Stone type: Sapphire Shape: Octagon Carat: 0.57 (04 P...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Ladies Ring with Blue Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in LA, CA
Eighteen karat (18K) white gold natural unheated ceylon sapphire corundum and diamond ring. An octagonal cut natural unheated ceylon sapphire corundum gemstone is mounted in the cent...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unheated Kashmir Sapphire Ring, 3.32 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This remarkable octagonal step-cut Kashmir sapphire achieves the deep, velvety blue hue so prized in these gems. Weighing 3.32 carats, the stone's vibrant color is completely natural...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
New 18k Yellow Gold 5.08ctw Burma Sapphire Asscher Step Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire -Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Royal Blue Color - No Heat - Burma - 3.28ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian sapphire and diamond cluster ring, circa 1820
Located in London, GB
Georgian sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with an octagonal step-cut natural sapphire in a closed back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 3.75 carats, surr...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 4.16Ct Yellow Ceylon Sapphire and Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage yellow sapphire ring has been crafted in platinum. The substantial setting displays an impressive feature claw set 4.16ct modern brilliant...
Sapphire, Platinum
GCS 2.21ct Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Cluster Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Weight: 4.40 gr Metal: 18kt white gold Stones: Sapphire • Cut: Cushion • Carat: 2.21ct • Comment: GCS report nº5774-531 • Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) No indications of heating ...
Blue Sapphire
Tiffany & Co Ring Flawless Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring GIA Certificate
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Ring Center Octagonal Flawless Blue Sapphire 3.39 carat Beautiful Blue Color None Heated Very Clean Natural. Sides are Two Round Natural Diamonds approx 0.60 cara...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2.40 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 1.60 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This octagonal cut blue sapphire ring with diamonds bears a distinctive geometric design, particularly appropriate for engagements, anniversaries, milestone birthdays or meaningful p...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1.95ct Blue Sapphire & 0.50ct Diamond Ring, 18k Gold, 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.95 carat oval sapphire and 0.50 carat diamond, 18k white gold ring; part of our diverse collection of sapphire engagement rings. This fine ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring 6.5 14k W Gold 1.99 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stone: Natural Finely Faceted Quality Sapphire, Diamond Species & Variety: Natural Corundum/Sapphire Stone Cut: Octagonal Step Cut Stone Color: Blue Transparency: Transparent Sat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
2.70 Carat Burmese Sapphire and 0.24 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated setting displays a stunning feature eight-claw set 2.70ct octagonal cut Burmese sapphire. The pierced decorated, tapering ring shoulders are embellished with t...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rectangular emerald-cut natural unenhanced sapphire in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 2.10 carats...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
AIG Certified 2.02 Carat Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 4.010 grams Set with- Stone type: Sapphire Shape: Octagon Cut Carat: 2.02 ct Colou...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum GIA 6.01ctw Burma No Heat Greenish Blue Sapphire Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Octagonal Step Cut - Claw Prong Set - Greenish Blue Color - Burma - No Heat - 5.61ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Compl...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Ring with Pink Sapphire & Diamonds in Platinum by Gübelin
By Gubelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
Presenting the exquisite Gübelin ring, a true masterpiece of luxury. At its heart lies a stunning 3.41 ct. pink sapphire from Madagascar, expertly cut into a mesmerizing octagon.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Tourmaline White Sapphire Ring 6.75 14k WG 21.03 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Tourmaline White Sapphire Ring has been Certified, Inspected, and Appraised by Gemological Appraisal Laboratory Gemological Appraisal Laboratory of America is a proud member of...
Sapphire, Tourmaline
Peter Suchy GIA 15.30 Carat Green Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Truly spectacular ocatgonal cut sapphire and diamond three-stone ring. This ring begins with a breathtaking 15.30ct octagonal cut sapphire center stone.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 2.22 Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
One of a kind sapphire and diamond engagement ring. This ring features a GIA certified 2.22ct octagonal white sapphire center stone, mounted in a platinum three-stone setting accente...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum 4.14ctw GIA No Heat Sapphire Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Rectangular Octagonal Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Violetish Blue changing to Purple Color - 3.24ct (exact. certified) ** See Certificatio...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Exceptional 20.64ct GIA No-Heat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A true statement of luxury and rarity, this cocktail ring features an impressive 20.64-carat octagonal step-cut yellow sapphire, certified by GIA as unheated.
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
3.37 Carat Natural Green Yellow Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's sapphire and diamond engagement ring. AGL certified natural, no heat, elongated octagonal greenish yellow center sapphire set in platinum with three straight baguette,...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy 6.34 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy Octagonal GIA Certified Pink Sapphire with a Wine Red Color with baguette diamond accents engagement ring. Made in a platinum setting. 1 octagonal pink sapphire wine-red...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 2.60 Carat Ceylon Sapphire 1 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1945
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.60 carat octagonal Ceylon sapphire and 1 carat diamond, platinum cluster dress ring; part of our diverse vintage sapphire jewelry collection...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Kat Florence Schiller Sheen Sapphire Cocktail Ring 12.2 ct – Unheated Africa
Located in Andorra La Vella, AD
From the Kat Florence collection, this extraordinary high jewelry ring features a 12.2 carat natural unheated Schiller Sheen sapphire from Africa, representing a true world-record le...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
GRA Certified 3.50 Carat Natural Purplish Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.310 grams Set with- Stone type: Sapphire Shape: Octagon Carat: 3.50 ct Colour: P...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Sapphire orange color and diamonds 3.50 carats Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in München, DE
a valuable cocktail-ring with a sapphire approximately 2.58 carats, octagonal cut, a bright, eye-clean orange color. 32 natural brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.92 ca...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Peter Suchy 2.10 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald step cut natural no heat gem color Cornflower blue Sri Lanka sapphire engagement ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.80 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified octagonal 1.80ct blue sapphire center stone, mounted in a platinum three-stone setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.23 Carat Sri Lanka Blue Sapphire Men's Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
The sapphire is octagonal-cut and originates from Sri Lanka.
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Green Emerald Diamond Sapphire 3.42 Carat GIA Estate Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Russian Emerald Diamond Sapphire 3.42 Carat GIA Estate Ring 18K Yellow Gold. This estate ring features a natural Russian emerald center accented by diamonds and blue sapphires, craft...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Flower vintage ring with diamonds and sapphires, UK, 1960s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Ring made of 18 karat gold (750 fineness). Set with 13 round blue, natural sapphires weighing approx. 0.60ct. Additionally, 6 diamonds in 8/8 cut weighing approx. 0.10ct (VS-SI clari...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
3.57 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Scroll Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
The stone actually looks more like a diamond than a Sapphire. Overall this is an incredibly rare one of a kind piece of jewelry. 1 GIA certified #1122195845 octagonal shape natural ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Unheated Very Light Orange Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K & Black Rhodium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful unheated 10.08 ct. very light orange sapphire octagon with 1.06 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k rose gold and black rhodium. Ring size 6.5. Comes ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Rhodium
18k Gold Emerald Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring by Alexander Leyser
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
This beautiful and unique ring, crafted from 18-karat White- and Yellow gold, features a vivid green, 1-carat octagon-cut emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Sapphire Diamond Ring 6.75 14k Yellow Gold 4.65 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stone: Natural Finely Faceted Quality Sapphire, Diamond Species & Variety: Corundum/Sapphire Stone Cut: Octagonal Step Cut Stone Color: Blue Transparency: Transparent Saturation...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 2.09 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Deep rich blue octagonal 2.09ct sapphire center stone, mounted in a platinum three-stone setting with two tapered baguettes on each side.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Mounted 5.11 ct Blue Sapphire Eternity Band Ring Stacking Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue sapphire eternity band ring in 14K gold symbolises the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents love w...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 1.02 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Octagonal Content 1.02 carats Dimensions 7.01mm x 5.92mm x 3.22mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) I Clarity (average grades) SI1 Cut Dutch Con...
Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Ring 1.5ct No Heat Sapphire, Diamonds GRS Certificate Estate Sultan Oma
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent Ring With 1.5ct Deep Blue Sapphire, Marquise Diamonds with GRS Certificate from Estate His Majesty Sultan Of Oman Qaboos Bin Said Sapphire: Octagonal, Deep blue Natural ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Asscher Blue Sapphire & Diamond Antique Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This gorgeous open work ring is centered with a 1 carat octagon shape blue sapphire in a bull bezel setting. The center is accented with 32 round diamonds. It sits low on the finger ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA 5.03 Carat Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy workshop. 1 octagonal cut yellow sapphire, SI approx. 5.03cts.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
New Platinum Classic GIA 4.03ctw No Heat Green Blue Sapphire Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Octagonal Step Cut -Dual Claw Prong Set - Green Blue Color - No Heat - 3.35ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Inf...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.35 Carat Natural Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a CGL Certified 1.35 Carat, Natural Padparadscha Sapphire and 0.36 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. Sapphires have extraordinary durability - the...
Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold Custom Made Ring with Blue Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary custom made ring is in 18 karat yellow gold with natural dark blue sapphire and small and round diamonds, pink and blue sapphires. Size 18 (US 8). The ring is easy ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kat Florence Unheated Kashmir Purple Sapphire Ring 1.51ct with D Flawless Diamon
Located in Andorra La Vella, AD
This extraordinary Kat Florence ring showcases a certified natural unheated Kashmir Purple Sapphire weighing 1.51 carats. Originating from the most legendary sapphire deposit in the ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold
$3,500Sale Price|50% Off
GIA 18K 0.38 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
Main Stone Variety: Natural Sapphire Shape: Octagon Brilliant Cut Weight: 0.38 Carat Origin: Pakistan/ Kashmir Color: Purplish Pink Treatment: No Treatment Side Stone Variety: Nat...
Purple Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Gold, Gold, 18k...
Natural Pink Sapphire Full Eternity Band 14k Yellow Gold Ring Jewelry US 7
Located in Jaipur, IN
Gemstone Cut: Each sapphire is meticulously step-cut into an elegant octagon shape, displaying clean linear facets that emphasize color saturation and clarity.
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (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.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire 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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