Art Deco Antique Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1915 This early Art Deco octagon shape engagement ring is handcrafted in platinum.
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Antique Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1915 This early Art Deco octagon shape engagement ring is handcrafted in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
HRD 14K 4.68 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K Yellow Gold 4.68 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamonds 3-Stone Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink Kunzite as the center stone weighing 4.68 ct surrounded with nat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
HRD 14K 3.05 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamond Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K Yellow Gold 3.05 ct Intense Pink Kunzite&Diamonds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* Natural intense purplish pink Kunzite as the center stone weighing 3.05 ct surrounded...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 18K 0.73 Ct Kashmir Unheated Vivid Purple Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 0.73 Ct Kashmir Unheated Vivid Purple Pink Sapphire Vintage Style Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Vivid Purple Pink Sapphire weighing 0.73 ct set on the 18K...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Estate 18K White Gold Colombian Emerald and Pear Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Estate 18K White Gold Colombian Emerald and Pear Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This beautiful estate Colombian emerald and diamond engagement ring is crafted in 18k white ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Octagon Sri Lankan Sapphire Cts 4.11 Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This engagement eternity ring is crafted in 18k white gold (4.59 grams) and features 32 round diamonds (0.09 cts) and 48 baguette diamonds (0.83 cts), framing 8 octagon-shaped sapphi...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
New 18k Gold 1.46ct GIA Ceylon Alexandrite & Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a fascinating alexandrite and diamond ring newly crafted in solid 18k white and yellow gold. It features a breathtaking, GIA certified, natural color changing alexandrit...
Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Illusion Asscher Cut Diamond & Emerald Sapphire Octagonal White Gold Halo Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An exquisite Art Deco style octagonal shape ring. The ring showcases a precise combination multiple special cut diamonds illusion set in an Asscher shape to create the look of 1.3 – ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 2.85 CT Emerald & Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Radiating timeless elegance, this exquisite ring is crafted in 14k white gold and features a stunning 2.85 carat emerald-cut green emerald as its centerpiece. Flanked by tapered bagu...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Elongated Octagon Blue Topaz & Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite Art Deco-style engagement ring showcases a dazzling blue topaz at its center, radiating brilliance and sophistication. Flanking the topaz are two square-cut sapphires,...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring for Women in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Designed with octagon cut emerald set with halo diamond perfect engagement ring that makes it a perfect fit to wear it on your wedding or style it with any of your basic outfit to gi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Octagon Blue Aquamarine & Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Breathtaking handcrafted white gold Art Deco style aquamarine, sapphire and diamond halo engagement ring! The ring is set with a fine emerald cut aquamarine weighing 3.95 carat (appr...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Natalie K GIA 3.33 Carat Octagonal Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Natalie K
Located in Stamford, CT
Natalie K sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified 3.33ct deep rich purple all natural untreated center Sapphire, in a platinum setting with 2 trapezoid side diamonds and ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy EGL 1.12 Carat Light Natural Yellow Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Light natural yellow diamond platinum engagement ring. Spectacular 8 sided yellow 1.12ct center diamond which is bezel set in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,500Sale Price / item|20% Off
3.09 Ct Zambian Emerald May Birthstone Diamond Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, this exquisite may birthstone ring is handset with 3.09 carats of emerald and 0.47 carats of sparkling diamonds. Emerald is a May birthstone and is believed ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,954Sale Price / item|20% Off
4.65Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 18k White Gold All Tariff Paid
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, this exquisite may birthstone ring is handset with 4.65 carats of emerald and 0.38 carats of sparkling diamonds. Emerald is a May birthstone and is believed...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.79 CTW Rare Aquamarine Diamond Women Engagement Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
5.79 CTW Rare Aquamarine Diamond Women Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural aquamarine of 5.79 carats and diamonds of 1.02 carats.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Deep Red Ruby Halo Diamond Engagement Ring in Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Deep Red Ruby Halo Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.36 carats and diamonds of 0.2 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Blue Topaz with Halo Diamonds 14k Yellow Gold Engagement Ring for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Blue Topaz with Halo Diamonds 14k Yellow Gold Engagement Ring for Women featuring natural blue topaz of 0.37 carats and diamond 0.045 carats.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Fine Jewelry 1.12 CTW Pink Sapphire Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Fine Jewelry 1.12 CTW Pink Sapphire Halo Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural pink sapphire of 1.12 carat and diamonds of 0.27 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Three Stone Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring for Men in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Three Stone Blue Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring for Men in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 0.91 carats and diamonds of 0.21 carat.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Customizable Modern Style 18 Karats Yellow Gold Satin Octagon Man Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Details: Rossella Ugolini Customizable Modern Style 18 Karats Yellow Gold Satin Octagon Unisex Design Engagement Band Ring Made in Italy
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Diamond Emerald Sapphire Octagonal Art Deco Style Target Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by vintage glamor, this Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ring represents a perfect unity of color and romance, making it an unforgettable choice for a unique engagement ring or anni...
Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,132Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum Jewels Natural Emerald SI/H Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Natural Emerald SI/H Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Engagement Ring features the focal point as a emerald gemstone. Surrounding the center emerald is a halo of brilliant white diam...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
All Tariff Paid Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18k White Gold Featuring a vibrant emerald-cut green emerald gemstone, this statement ring is perfectly framed by a h...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.95 Carat Authentic Ruby Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
2.95 Carat Authentic Ruby Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 2.95 carats and diamonds of 0.28 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AAA Quality Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring with Diamonds in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
AAA Quality Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 0.8 carats and diamonds of 0.25 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.41 Ct Octagonal Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 3.41 Ct Octagonal Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold Extra Fine Colombian Emerald Ring . Size 4 Finest Colombian emerald and Diamonds Ring 3.41 Carat O...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire Blue Topaz Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Captivating Art Deco–inspired ring showcasing a pink sapphire in an elegant Asscher cut at its center, exuding soft yet vibrant brilliance. Surrounding it, four square-cut blue topaz...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Green Emerald & Diamond Art Deco Style Octagon Pave Set White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Showcases a striking 0.89 carat square-cut emerald at its center, surrounded by sparkling diamonds arranged in a geometric Art Deco design. The clean lines and bold angles of the oct...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Octagon Purple Violet Amethyst Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Centering an emerald cut amethyst, accented by French cut Emeralds, enhanced by diamonds. This Art Deco inspired ring is a perfect piece for an outstanding engagement ring, or to add...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Royal Blue Sapphire Halo Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold For Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in luminous 14k white gold, this exquisite ring showcases a richly hued 0.95-carat sapphire at its center, cut in a refined emerald shape that exudes timeless elegance. The v...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.45 Carat Certified Pink Sapphire and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pink Sapphire ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to learning and spiritual healing. Designed with Pink Sapphire in center and diamonds at ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
0.52 Carat Deep Green Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Exuding timeless elegance, this exquisite ring is crafted in 14k white gold and features a vibrant 0.52-carat emerald at its center. The emerald-cut gemstone is framed by a double ha...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Blue Sapphire and Diamonds 14K White Gold Engagement Ring Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 14k white gold, this elegant ring showcases a striking 0.95 carat blue sapphire at its center, cut in a refined emerald shape that radiates sophistication. The vivid gemst...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Octagon Shape Diamond & Green Emerald Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A white gold Art-Deco design diamond and emerald target ring, a center diamond with an outer ring of round diamonds an inner one of French cut emeralds and finished with millgrain ed...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Octagon Emerald Cut Certified Purple Amethyst & Diamond Halo Art Deco Style Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This beautiful Art Deco style amethyst ring is centered with an emerald cut amethyst and accented with sparkling diamond halo. The ring is craft of 18k white gold. Adorn yourself wit...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Black Octagon Onyx Art Deco Style Halo Unique 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco style diamond and onyx halo ring. A total of .28 carats of diamond are set in octagonal shaped onyx. A stunning piece to match with your ever...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Silvorra Sterling Silver Pear & Octagon Cut Emerald Toi et Moi Ring For Women
Located in New York, NY
This modern emerald two stone ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring two mixed cut emeralds measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm. With a total gemstone weight of 0.98 carats, ...
Emerald, Sterling Silver
$979Sale Price|55% Off
Sterling Silver Ring with Natural Green Peridot Octagon Cut 1ct wife gift style
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant sterling silver ring celebrates the vivid beauty of peridot, also known as chrysolite or olivine. Originating from China, the gemstone is presented in a refined octagon ...
Peridot, Silver, Sterling Silver
Luxury 18K White Gold Octagon Shape 0.4CTW Diamond Cluster Ring Gift For Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 0.4 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Octagon Amethyst Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Set 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A striking and intriguing jewel, indeed. This bold and colorful Art Deco style ring highlights a gorgeous gleaming emerald cut amethyst framed in eye-catching contrast by French cut ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Octagon Pink Kunzite & Diamond Pave Set Onyx Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The centerpiece of the ring is a 3.82 carats emerald cut pink kunzite highlight by .60 carat round brilliant diamonds. The sides of the polished white gold ring are edged with black ...
Diamond, Kunzite, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Octagon Blue Tanzanite & Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
You’ll be delighted to wear this splendid one-of-a-kind Art Deco inspired ring. Crafted in 18K white gold, the ring features the center 6.10 carats emerald cut tanzanite wrapped in a...
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond & Emerald Halo Set Octagonal Shape Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A stunning center diamond surrounded by an outer ring of round diamonds. The inner ring is adorned with French-cut emeralds, adding a vibrant pop of color. The design is beautifully ...
Diamond, Emerald, Green Beryl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Inspired Style Octagon 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An white gold Art-Deco design diamond and ruby target ring, center diamond with an outer ring of round diamonds an inner one of French cut rubies and finished with millgrain edging, ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Octagon Cut Blue Topaz & Diamond Sapphire Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The centerpiece of the ring is a 4.5 carats emerald cut blue topaz highlight by .60 carat round brilliant diamonds. The sides of the polished are edged with blue sapphire for an extr...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Octagon Cut Blue Sapphire & Emerald Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This stunning halo ring sparkles an emerald cut Ceylon sapphire at the center with French cut emerald and round diamond in beautiful halo designs. Adorn yourself with an Art Deco ins...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Octagon Dark Pink Rhodolite & Ruby Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The ring features an elegant form, a perfect balance of stone and metal. The long shape of the setting is classic, allowing the ring to be set with the finest of emerald cut juicy sc...
Diamond, Ruby, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Octagon Sky Blue Topaz & Diamond Black Enamel White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A beautiful Art Deco style features the combination of emerald cut sky blue topaz accent with diamonds and black enamel which represents power, richness and passion. 14K White Gold. ...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Diamond and Emerald Octagonal Shape Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning center diamond surrounded by an outer ring of round diamonds. The inner ring is adorned with French-cut emeralds, adding a vibrant pop of color. The design is beautifully...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified .75 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Octagonal red ruby and diamond engagement ring. Center ruby with 8 round accent diamonds along the shank, in a 14k white and yellow gold setting 1 octagonal step cut purplish red Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Octagon Shape Blue Aquamarine & Ruby Halo Set Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Art Deco style aquamarine and ruby ring mounted. The central emerald cut aquamarine weighing approximately 1.4 carat surrounded by a French cut ruby border and shoulders. The ring wo...
Aquamarine, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Platinum Engagement Ring. GIA 2.20ct Old Euro Diamond Halo Ring J VS2
Located in New York, NY
Fine filigree and milgrain detailing enrich the platinum mounting, while the triple-wire band adds a delicate, refined quality to the ring. The Octagon Halo Engagement Ring is a gra...
Diamond, Platinum
Round Ruby Art Deco Style Filigree Engagement Ring in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant round ruby sits enveloped by an octagonal halo in this Ruby Engagement Ring, meticulously cast in 9K yellow gold.
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Oval Emerald & Diamond Art Deco Style Octagon Shape Halo Set 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An emerald ring in 14k white gold with diamonds. An exquisite oval emerald, weighing 0.50 carats, is set into white gold and accentuated by a halo of diamonds. Emeralds have been lon...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Octagon Swiss Blue Topaz & Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Halo Set White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A gorgeous emerald-cut blue topaz is presented in classic Art Deco style. The glorious gemstone radiates from within a sparkling halo of bright white round brilliant cut diamonds, le...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,625Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.71 Carat SI/H Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
0.71 Carat SI/H Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold features round and baguette cut diamond set in the cluster making a octagon shape and an engagement ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Green Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond three stone engagement ring. GIA certified octagonal green center sapphire with 2 straight cut baguette diamonds, set in platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum
Celtic Knot Amethyst Statement Ring, Silver, Gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Intricate Interlaced Pattern Amethyst Ring. Celtic Openwork Amethyst Statement Band. Interlocking Knot Pattern Amethyst Ring. This distinctive ring is centered with amethyst. The wi...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver
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.
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.