C1780 18K Multi- Stone Giardinetti Ring w/ Rubies Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Baltimore, MD
Late 18th century giardinetti ring, other wise known as "little garden" ring artfully set in silver and 18K gold. Giardinetti rings were first crafted in the 17th century when there ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
1960 Armenian Ring 14K Gold natural 6ct Emerald 0.85ct Diamonds ØUS10/ 5.5gr
Located in SE
Beautiful 583 Gold, Silver, Emerald and Diamonds Halo Ring. Metal is solid 14k/ 583 Yellow Gold with clusters in white Gold featuring bezel set natural untreated Emerald cabochon cut...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Antique Ring 4 Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS8 / 2.9 gr
Located in SE
A Ring featuring four natural diamond cut Diamonds mounted in 18K White Gold or Platinum clusters on solid 18K Yellow Gold band.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Art - Deco Ring 1.2ct Sapphire Diamonds solid Platinum ØUS 7.25 /3gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Sapphire + Diamonds + Platinum Ring from 1900s -1920s. All metal parts of this ring are made of solid Platinum. Crown measures 19 mm x 8 mm x 4 mm. Beautifully oval cut n...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1958 Halo Ring natural 0.7ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø9.5US/3.7gr
Located in SE
Renaissance styled Halo Sapphire and Diamonds Ring with carved ornaments on the shoulders. Composite Gold + Silver crown with bezel set oval cut natural medium Blue Sapphire 6.25 mm ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Ring natural Ruby Diamond Emerald solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.25 / 1.15 gr
Located in SE
Art Nouveau period European Ring made ca. early 1900s with twisted band in 18K Yellow Gold decorated with three bezel set gems. Natural old European cut Red Ruby Ø 3 mm x 1.7 mm dee...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
1989 Halo Ring natural 0.75ct Sapphire 0.24ctw Diamonds 18K Gold ØUS6 / 2.4gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Blue Sapphire and 12 Diamonds. Swedish hallmarks, 18K, maker initials. Year combination P10 / made in 1989. Floret / crown...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 1.75ctw Emeralds 0.44ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø
Located in SE
Beautiful cluster Ring in solid 18K Gold featuring three natural Green Emeralds and 4 old European cut Diamonds set in Platinum claws.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Giardinetti Ring 1ct Emerald Diamond Ruby 14K Gold SilverØ 2.5US/4gr
Located in SE
Ca. middle/late 18th. century ring, 14K Rose Gold band with a 'Giardinetto' (small garden) openwork crown with Silver and Yellow Gold top. Array of foiled back natural Emerald, natur...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
1931 Nordic Ring 0.5ct. Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø US8.5 / 2.76gr
Located in SE
The design of this old Diamond Ring is quite unusual - the central silver cluster/ setting is kind of loose and it can rotate /move itself to any side / angle around.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
1939 Halo Ring natural 0.6ct Sapphire Diamonds solid Platinum Ø 3US / 2.1 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Halo Ring in solid Platinum with natural Blue Sapphire and 12 Diamonds. Swedish hallmarks, "P" for platinum , crowned head (Stockholm), Maker's marks . Year combination (...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Halo Ring 0.45ct Diamond Sapphires 18K Gold Silver ØUS6.75 /2.9 gr
Located in SE
Very unusual Halo thing, with Sapphires accenting Diamond in the center of the flower.This design is opposite to conventional or stereotypical construction type where Sapphire is in ...
Diamond, Sapphire
Antique Ring Diamonds Blue Enamel solid 18k Gold Ø 6US /5.2gr
Located in SE
Great looking ring with an attached floret of seven old diamond cut Diamonds pave set in white Gold clusters and surrounded by 12 Blue Enamel panels smoothly conforming down the shou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Alliance Ring 1.3 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø5.25US/2.9gr
Located in SE
Fine old German Alliance 5-stones Ring featuring natural brilliant and old European cut Diamonds mounted in Platinum clusters on solid 18K Yellow Gold band.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1949 Nordic Ring Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø US6 / 2.9 gr
Located in SE
Ring with band in solid 18K orange Gold and crown clusters in Silver decorated with mix of four natural old European and rose cut Diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique German Ring natural 0.35ct Emerald 0.3ct Diamond solid 18K ØUS7.75/2.4gr
Located in SE
A German ring, Art- Deco period ca. 1920s - 1930s, hallmarked 18K . Metal is solid 18K White Gold. Openwork crown 15.5mm x 8.7mm x 4.5mm deep with natural princess cut Emerald 3.2...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Halo Ring 0.7ct Sapphire 1ctw Diamonds solid 18K Rose Gold Ø8US/ 2.85gr
Located in SE
Color Blue of medium intensity, demonstrates internal structure typical for natural stones. All Diamonds of old mine cut : 8 stones circa Ø 2.75 mm x 2mm deep / 0, 12 ct each + 2 on...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1930 Ring 1.25ct Emerald 0.5ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS8.25 /5.3gr
Located in SE
Nice Renaissance - styled cluster Ring with the carved band, shoulders, and parts of the crown in solid 18ct Yellow Gold holding natural Emerald stone and eight rose - cut Diamonds s...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Ring natural Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum Ø 6.25US / 2.1 gr
Located in SE
Antique Ring featuring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with top in Platinum decorated with natural Blue Sapphires and Diamonds . Likely British, hand -made ca. early 1920s -1930s. Hallmar...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.70 Carat Emerald and 2.42 Carat Diamond, Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The feature emerald is flanked to the upper and lower portions with four channel set baguette cut diamonds, in a vertical linear formation. The central arrangement is surrounded by ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Nordic Ring natural 5ctw Sapphire 0.6ct Diamond 18K Gold ØUS8.25 /4.53gr
Located in SE
Antique cluster/cocktail Ring, Swedish hand-made with fifteen clusters in White gold boasting natural Ceylon Sapphires and a natural Diamond.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Art Deco 2.70 ct Diamond 1.40 Ct Blue Sapphire Wide Panel Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Art Deco Delight Art Deco 1925 ca beautifully hand crafted of solid 18 KT Wide rectangular panel ring of sleek geometric design, set with 2.70 Ct of old mine cut Diamonds I/J VVS/SI/...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1904 Toi et Moi Ring natural Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K GoldØ3.25/2.3gr
Located in SE
Art Nouveau period Swedish Toi et Moi Ring featuring solid 18K Yellow Gold twisted frame with claw set two old oval cut natural Ceylon Sapphires of Cornflower /Light Blue color 3 mm ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Ring natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø US7.5 / 6 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful old cluster Ring hand - made ca. early XX cent. with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Silver clusters on top of the crown holding 5 natural Emeralds and 22 Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a marvellous emerald and diamond cluster ring crafted during the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Ring 0.7ct. Emerald Diamonds solid 800 Platinum Ø US6/ 4.8gr
Located in SE
Vintage Ring in solid 800 Platinum alloy featuring natural emerald cut Emerald set in 18K Gold Bezel 5.5 mm x 4.5 mm x 3.3mm deep / ca. 0.7 ct accented with two brilliant cut Diam...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An astounding Art Deco Diamond and Natural Sapphire ring. The central sapphire measuring eighty five points, surrounded by old European cut Diamonds and sapphire accented corners. T...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Arthur & Georgie Gaskin Superb Emerald Diamond Arts and Crafts Ring
By Arthur & Georgie Gaskin
Located in London, GB
A rare & beautiful gem set Arts & Crafts ring by Arthur & Georgie Gaskin. Signed 'G' verso. Emerald 1.25cts approx. Victorian cut diamonds 0.70 cts approx & two tiny crystals. Ring ...
Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
1957 Nordic Ring natural 0.6ctw Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS8/ 3.65gr
Located in SE
67 Years old Classic Cluster Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum decorated with three natural Light / Medium Blue Sapphires and Diamonds of old European Diamond cut..
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring Blue Ribbon 0.7ctw Diamonds Enamel 18K solid Gold ØUS6.5 /2.74gr
Located in SE
Cobalt Blue Enamel, Diamonds on 18K Yellow Gold. Reminds closely ' Bagues de Firmament ' or " Rings of the Heavens" as the diamonds represent celestial bodies in the deep blue night ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 14K Yellow Gold Ø 6.25 US / 2.1gr
Located in SE
Rubies and Diamonds Ring in solid 14ct Yellow Gold . 6 baguette cut Rose red Rubies + 10 diamond cut diamonds. Each Ruby measures 2.75 mm x 2.5 mm / 0.065ct each / total 0.065 x 6 =...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
1951 Ring natural 1.75ct Yellow Sapphire 1ctw Diamonds 18K Gold ØUS7.25 / 4.25gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural Yellow Sapphire and 12 Diamonds in White Gold settings. A bit fragmented Swedish hallmarks, 18K, crowned head (Stockholm). ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Modern Navette Kunzite, Diamond And Platinum Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
A modern navette kunzite ring, set with a navette-cut kunzite, with a millegrain edged, micro pavé surround, set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, the decorative bezel below is set ...
Diamond, Kunzite, Platinum
Antique European Ring 2ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø5.5 US/ 6.7gr
Located in SE
Antique Ring decorated with 24 old diamond cut Diamonds. Not hallmarked, metal tested solid 18K Gold. Hand - engraved decor on the shoulders, part of the band is planished /hammered ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage All Seeing Eye Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS7 / 2.3 gr.
Located in SE
All Seeing Eye Ring with chained shoulders featuring fancy Marquise cut natural Ruby 5.5mm x 2.75 mm /ca 0.2ct and Six eight- cut Diamonds Ø 1mm /0.005ct each, all enclosed inside a ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Aquamarine and Sapphire Halo Ring. 7.6ct Aquamarine Diamond Accent Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 7.60 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Emerald Cut Secondary Stones: Sapphires and diamonds Sapphire Weight: Approxim...
Diamond, Sapphire, Aquamarine, Platinum
Antique Ring 1.25ct Emerald 0.5ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS4.5 /5.35gr
Located in SE
Nice Renaissance-styled cluster Ring with the carved band, shoulders, and parts of the crown in solid 18ct greenish Yellow Gold holding natural Emerald stone and four rose - cut Diam...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique German Ring natural 0.72ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold US 5.75 / 2.55 gr
Located in SE
Old German ring with ornamental open work crown decorated with beautiful arrangement of 19 natural Diamonds. Hallmarked 585 and worn hallmarks of German maker, hand - made ca. earl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Imperial Russian Ring solid 56 /14K Gold Diamonds Ruby ØUS5.5 / 3gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Antique Imperial period Russian Ring featuring crown decorated with oval cut natural Rubies and rose cut Diamonds. All stones have open backs. Note that this design was mad...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Tablet Ring
Located in London, GB
An undulating border around the outer edge plays host to a single row of round faceted old cut diamonds which contain a fabulous array of calibre cut emeralds; each of which has been...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Halo Ring 1ct Sapphire 1ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø5.5US/4.3 gr
Located in SE
European Halo Ring with 18K White Gold on Yellow Gold crown featuring natural Blue Sapphire and 8 Diamonds of various old cuts. Swedish hallmarks ,18K , maker's hallmarks . Date com...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Ring 0.8 ctw. Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS 6 / 4.55gr
Located in SE
The openwork crown is a bit convex-shaped with sloppy sides for the best fit and measures 15 mm x 15 mm x 4 mm deep. Two natural Diamonds of old European diamond cut Ø 4 mm x 2.75 m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique German Ring natural 0.5 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Platinum ØUS 5.5 / 3.1gr
Located in SE
A German ring, Art- Deco period ca. 1920s - 1930s, not hallmarked. Metal of crown tested solid 18K White Gold, band in Platinum. Openwork crown 15mm x 7.5mm x 4mm deep decorated w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
British Alliance Ring 0.45 ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS7.75 / 3.5gr
Located in SE
Year and city hallmarks are not clear to read. Five old European diamond cut Diamonds: central x Ø 3.5 mm x 2.3mm deep / 0.16 ct. , two on flanks from central x Ø 3mm / 0.14ct , two...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Mosaic Ring Diamonds Ruby solid 14K Gold Silver US6.75/ 5gr
Located in SE
Doubled band with Crown with geometrically fine mosaic lace work decorated with 34 old diamond cut Diamonds and 26 calibre cut Rubies.
Spinel, Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Turquoise 18K Gold Ring Navette/Marquise c.1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this splendid antique Victorian 18ct gold turquoise, pearl and diamond ring made c.1880. The ring features such a lovely and delightful design with a sta...
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco 18k white gold ring with diamonds and synthetic sapphires, circa 1920
Located in Chorzów, PL
Geometric Art Deco ring made of 18-karat white gold (0.750 fineness). Origin: Czechoslovakia, 1920-1928 - hallmark preserved. Set with two "old" brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.1...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930 Ring natural 1.5 ctw. Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS4 / 3.4 gr
Located in SE
Renaissance styled Swedish ring in solid 18K with two Silver clusters holding two natural rose cut Diamonds ca.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 14K Yellow gold 3/4 Carat Diamond Pearl American Ring Size 6
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Antique 14K Yellow gold 3/4 Carat Diamond Pearl American Ring Size 6 Ower 100 Yrs of age Size 6 Center Diamond 5.2-5.3 mm diameter & 3.3 mm deep, a little more than 1/2 Carat Ol...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
1929 Nordic Ring natural 0.8ctw. Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS7.25 / 2.95 g
Located in SE
Crown with clusters in Silver holding 9 natural old diamond cut Diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980’s 18ct Gold French Diamond Encrusted Oval Shaped Signet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Signet Ring 18ct Gold Tested Unidentified Star Hallmark Circa 1980s This stunning 18ct yellow gold French oval-shaped signet ring is a luxurious piece of jewelle...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Alliance Ring Sapphire natural Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6.25US / 2.3 gr
Located in SE
Antique Alliance Ring featuring solid 18K Yellow Gold frame holding Blue Sapphires and Diamonds set in Platinum or White gold clusters.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1918 Antique Halo Ring solid 18KGold 0.9ct Sapphire 0.8ct Diamonds Ø 6US/ 2.4gr
Located in SE
Halo Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with natural and untreated Blue Sapphire and 16 old European cut Diamonds in White Gold or Silver settings. Natural Sapphire of old European diamo...
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Vintage Diamond & Cubic Zirconia Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' vintage diamond and cubic zirconia ring with 18k white gold setting. Tests 18k and weighs 8.4 grams. The three center diamonds are cubic zirconia. The side diamonds are old c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1917 Halo Ring Natural 1ct Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS6 / 2.4gr
Located in SE
The central stone is marquise cut natural Blue Sapphire surrounded with 12 old diamond cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Danish Halo Ring 1 ct Sapphire 1.5ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Ø5.25/7gr
Located in SE
Beautiful old Halo Ring, band, and crown in solid 18K Gold featuring natural Blue Sapphire and 10 old European cut Diamonds. This ring originates from DK, hand-made ca. 1920s -1930s...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique German Ring natural 0.65ct Diamond solid 14K Gold Silver Ø US6.5 / 2.5gr
Located in SE
Old German Ring, the band in solid 14K Yellow Gold (tested) with shoulders and top of the crown in Silver holding bezel set natural old diamond cut Diamond Ø 5 mm x 3.5 mm deep / ca ...
Diamond, Silver, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Double Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning platinum ring from the Art Deco era, is centered with two sparkling old mine cut diamonds with an approximate total weight of 2.50ct. Accentuating the center stones are...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Trinity Halo Ring 1.4 ctw natural Sapphire Diamonds 18K Gold Ø5.5US/4.7g
Located in SE
Natural medium Blue colored Sapphires : central Ø 5mm x 2.55 mm deep / ca. 0.7 ct + two on the flanks Ø 3.75 mm x 2 mm deep / ca. 0.35 ct. each.Total weight: 1.4 ctw Thirty-two old ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Modern 3, 18 Carats Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Daisy Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark. In the shape of a daisy ring, it is set in the center with 8 claws of a brilliant-cut diamond surro...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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.
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