2.17 Carat Old European Cut K SI2 and I VS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 2.17 Carat Old European Cut K SI2 and I VS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2.17 Carat Old European Cut K SI2 and I VS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 2.17 Carat Old European Cut K SI2 and I VS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Filigree 1.28 Carat Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
: 1.28 Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: K-L Clarity: VS2 Additional Diamonds: 12 = 0.15 carats total
Diamond, Platinum
3.50 Carat Old European Cut and Marquis Shape Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 3.50 Carat Old European Cut K VS2 and Marquis Shape K VS Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Diamond, Platinum
14K & Platinum GIA .72ct Old European Diamond Engagement Ring - VEG#2311a
Located in Hicksville, NY
Cut: Old European brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2 Type: Natural Finger to Top of Stone Measurement
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.60 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Antique Style Pendant Drop Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
________________________________________ Center Stone Details: - Type: Diamond - Carat: 2.61 - Cut: Old European - Color: J-K - Clarity: VS1-VS2
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hancocks 6.77ct Old European Cut Diamond three Stone Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
certificate 1.90ct K VS2 Old European cut diamond - with GIA certificate Setting 18ct yellow gold and platinum
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau 1930s 1.65 Carat Old European Mine Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
This beautiful ring is a real stunner!1 The center diamond is aprox. 1.65 ct old European mine cut
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified .90 Carat Edwardian Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT#: 5171846519 Weight: .90 Carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: K
White Diamond, Platinum
1.05 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Diamond Details: Weight: 1.05 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2 Measurements: 6.55mm
Diamond, Platinum
.90 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Center Diamond Details: Weight: .90 Carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2 Measurements
White Diamond, Platinum
GIA .54 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Details: GIA REPORT #: 5211864490 Weight: .54carat Cut: Old European brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2
Diamond, Platinum
.61 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Center Diamond Details: Weight: .61 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2 Side Diamond
White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.17 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Details: GIA REPORT #: 6217852349 Weight: 2.17carat Cut: Old European brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2
Diamond, Platinum
.93 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Diamond Details: Weight: .93 Carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2 Side Diamond Details
White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.31 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Color: K Clarity: VS2 Type: Natural Side Diamonds: .20ct, total weight. Old European Brilliant, G-H
Diamond, Platinum
GIA .91 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Center Diamond Details: GIA Report#:2235121866 Weight: .91ct total weight Cut: Old European brilliant
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
: GIA LAB REPORT #: 5221794366 Weight: 1.06ct Cut: Old European brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.57 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
: GIA LAB REPORT #:5221848949 Weight: 1.57ct Cut: Old European brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 3 Stone 1.40 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Weight: .86ct, total weight Cut: Old European brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2 Measurements: 6.00mm x
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.12 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
CenterDiamond Details: GIA Report Number: 2221998034 Weight: 1.12ct total weight Cut: Old European brilliant
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.56 Carat Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Details: GIA REPORT #: 2221537042 Weight: 1.56ct Cut: Old European brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2
Diamond, Platinum
Estate 6.87 Total Carat Diamond French Hallmark Dome Ring White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
carat Old European cut center diamond that is K/L in color and VS2 in clarity. It also has an
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style 1.68 Center Diamond Platinum Sapphires Engagement Ring
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
brilliant fiery Old European Cut diamond K color VS-2 clarity round center diamond weighing 1.68 carats. The
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.23ct K SI1 and 1.15 Carat K VS2 Old European Cut Diamond Ear Studs by Hancocks
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
bright and lively old European brilliant cut diamond, one weighing 1.23cts and of K colour and SI1
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal
Victorian Old European Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely Victorian unisex ring featuring an approximately 1.50-carat Old European cut diamond (J-K
Diamond
1.73 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
This hand-cut 1.73 carat Old European cut diamond (K/VS2; GIA #215133403) is affixed to the
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 14k Gold GIA 1.82ct Old European Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - K Color - VS2 Clarity
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.43 Carat Old European Diamond Bypass Crossover Cocktail Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
! The ring contains Two Large Gemologic Appraised Old European Diamonds in J-K color, VS2-SI1 clarity
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Deco Diamond Engagement Ring 1.06ct Platinum GIA Old Euro Original 1920-1930
Located in Dearborn, MI
Ring Featuring a Genuine Old European Cut GIA Certified 1.06ct K VS2 Genuine Natural Mined Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring 1ct Platinum GIA Old Euro Original 1920's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Featuring a Genuine Old European Cut GIA Certified 1.04ct K VS1 Genuine Natural Mined Diamond Center Though
Diamond, Platinum
Three Stone Diamond Cocktail Ring in a Free-Form Design
Located in Webster, NY
European Cut, K color, VS2 Clarity .50ct Old European Cut, G color, SI2 Clarity .74ct Old European Cut, K
Diamond, 14k Gold
GIA Certified .99 Carat Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
platinum solitaire setting designed to fit flush with most wedding bands. 1 Old European cut K VS2 diamond
Diamond, Platinum
1920s Art Deco 2.10 Carat Double Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Metal: Platinum Diamonds: (2) Carat Weight: 2.10 Total Cut: Old European Color: J/K Clarity: VS2/SI2
Diamond, Platinum
Retro 1.41 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
certified diamond is a gorgeous 1.41 Carat OLD European Cut, K Color, VS2 Clarity. The ring sits low to the
Diamond, 14k Gold
0.17ct Round Solitaire Diamond Ring 14k Rose Gold Size 11.5 Men's
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamond - Carats - 0.17ct Cut - Old European Color - J - K Clarity
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Emerald Platinum Ring, Art Deco Revival
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
), the ring features a hand-faceted old transitional from rose cut to Old European cut diamond (J-K color
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Diamond & Chrysoprase Conversion Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
Color; VS2 Clarity; Estimated Weight: 0.4 Carat 4 - 2.5mm Old European Cut Diamonds; KL Color; VS
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 3-Stone Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
: Edwardian Year: 1900-1915 Metal: Platinum Diamonds: (2) Carat Weight: 1.45 Cut: Old European Color: I-K
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.60 Carat Old European Brilliant-Cut Diamond Ring with French-Cut Shoulders
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
stylised scroll motif. 2.60 carat K VS2 old European brilliant cut diamond 0.52 carats total of tapered
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Art Deco Halo Ring, Old European Cut .99ctw Vintage Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
European Color: K Clarity: VS2 Natural Diamond Accents Carats: .54ctw Cut: Single Color: G - H
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #: 6421399083 Weight: 1.03ct Cut: Old European brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certificate 1.26 Carat Art Deco Style Engraved Ring Side Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a 14k white gold ring with a GIA 1.26 carat Old European cut diamond center, K color, VS2
Diamond, 14k Gold
GIA 1.09 Carat Art Deco Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Details: GIA REPORT #: 5221622949 Weight: 1.09ct Cut: Old European brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian 1 Carat Diamond Gold Men's Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in Moscow between 1889 and 1898 The 14K ring features a sparkling 1.12 ct old European cut
Diamond
GIA Certified 2.08 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Details: GIA REPORT # 5191427087 Weight: 2.08 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: K Clarity: VS2
White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring 14K WG 1.12ct Old European Cut K-VS2 circa 1920s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1.12ct Old European Cut diamond center stone, K-VS2. The elevated setting is beautifully embellished with
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Certified 2.67 carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless platinum ring featuring a E.G.L. US 2.67 carat Old European Cut Diamond of K color
Diamond, Platinum
1920's Platinum Diamond Ring - 1.45ct E.G.L. K/VS2
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1920's platinum ring set with one 1.45ct Old European Cut diamond rated K color, VS2 clarity by
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Old European Cut Platinum Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.50ctw K/VS2 old European cut diamonds set in vintage platinum earrings. Circa 1940
Diamond, Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.18ct K/VS2 old European cut diamond EGL certified and set in a vintage platinum mounting. Circa
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 2.93 Carat Old European Cut Diamond And Sapphire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
carat Old European Cut Diamond; certified K color - VS2 clarity. The beautifully hand engraved setting
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.57 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Essex, GB
grading report from HRD Antwerp (#180000077676). Cut – Old European cut. Colour – K. Clarity – VS2
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1.42 Carat Old Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
mount. Cut – Old European cut. Colour – K. Clarity – VS2. Carat – The central diamond is
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Revival Platinum Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Breathtaking navette ring centered by 1 old European cut diamond of K-VS2 quality that weighs
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Mindi Mond NY 8.32 Carat Diamond Onyx Art Deco Style One Of-A- Kind Necklace
By Mindi Mond
Located in New York, NY
additional old European cut= Approx. 3.85CTW, I-K, VS2-SI2 78 assorted rose cut & diamond chips= Approx. 0.40
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Great Art Deco Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This platiunum ring is so rockin' deco delicious! It has a center old european cut diamond 1.58ct K
Art Deco 1.22 Ctw Diamond Drop Platinum Necklace
Located in Frederick, MD
: Platinum - Acid Tested ·Gem Stone:0.62ct Old European Cut Diamond K/VS2, 0.32ct Old European Cut Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
3.05 Carat Circular Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Report #5171266208 Carat Weight: 3.05 carat Shape: Old European Color Grade: K Clarity Grade: VS2
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Estate Diamond and Rubies Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Composition: Platinum Stones: • 1 old European cut diamond K-VS2 0.74ctw • 21 natural French cut
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 3.80 Carat K VS2 Old European Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Gems: 1 old European diamond of approx 3.85 Ct (agd 9.72 mm. - K/VS2) UK size: M 1/4 US size: 6 1/4
Diamond, Platinum
Syna Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 15 carats approx. Diamonds 0.15 carats approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration fro...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,521
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6/8
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...
Vintage 14k White Gold & Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian gold and diamond engagement ring. In 14k white gold. With a ca. 0.82 ct. Old Mine cut white diamond center set and flanked by 6 small round single cut diam...
Diamond, White Gold
Edwardian 1.09ct Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An elegant Edwardian engagement ring featuring a 1.09 carat European cut diamond with G color and SI2 clarity. The diamond is set in a delicate platin...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 2002 Y2K Roberto Cavalli Silk Cheetah Crocodile Mermaid Halter Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
2002 Roberto Cavalli Silk Dress Gown Cheetah + crocodile print silk fabric Halter neckline with with long ties Draped neckline Fitted bodice Open upper back Mermaid hem with ruffled ...
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
Custom Made 14k Yellow Gold 1.52 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring with Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous and unique ring this is!! It is custom made so it truly is a one-of-a-kind ring. It is a size 6.25. I just love the asymmetrical design it has. It has a large Vint...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
Sophia D. 2.50 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous platinum ring by Sophia D. that features a GIA certified fancy light yellow diamond center stone that weighs 2.50 carat with a color and clarity of Y-Z, VVS1 and accentuated...
Yellow Diamond, Platinum
John Galliano floral print bias-cut silk chiffon dress, fw 2004
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano floral printed bias-cut chiffon dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2004 ▪ Trompe-l'œil print of a floral cross-stitch embroidery ▪ Cowl neck ▪ Asymmetric hemline ▪ Ruffled raw-cu...
Art Deco Inspired Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Weight: 0.97 Carat Color: J Clarity: SI Accent Stone: 40 Sapphires Cut: Calibre Cut Weight: Approximately 0.5 Carats Color: Blue Accent...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The center stone holds a old eu...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond, 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Five-Stone Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
In classic Art Deco style this five stone diamond ring is made up of squares and panels of platinum. The old European cut diamonds total 25pts and are set upon an open work gallery. ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Roberto Cavalli cream silk tattoo-print evening dress, ss 2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli evening dress ▪ Constructed from cream bias-cut silk ▪ Tattoo-style imagery of flowers, hearts and tigers ▪ Deep cowl neck ▪ Open back ▪ Floor-length skirt with...
$14,955
Size: FR38 - UK10
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...
Unavailable|$5,330
Edwardian Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A bright robin’s egg blue turquoise cabochon is perfectly framed in halo of sparkling single-cut and old mine-cut diamonds. This Edwardian treasure is crafted in platinum topped 14k ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Syna Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 7 carats approx. Diamonds 0.04 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Draw...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.”
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Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
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