$420Sale Price / item|20% Off
Unique 18k Solid Yellow Gold Dainty Black Onyx Gemstone Everyday Ring For Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unique Dainty Black Onyx Everyday Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural onyx of 0.92 carats.
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Onyx and Diamond Dome Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
This charming dome is composed of rhombus shape onyx framed with diamonds, all is mounted in 18 Kt white gold. Ring Size: US 7 - ITA 14.5 - French 54.50 - UK O Tot weight 12.9 gr Di...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Panthere De Cartier Diamond, Emerald & Onyx Panther Head Ring in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Panthere De Cartier diamond panther head ring in 18k white gold, with emerald eyes and an onyx nose.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,840Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Tanzanite, Mother of Pearl, Black Onyx & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tanzanite, Mother of Pearl & Black Onyx Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
0.59 cts Clear Zambian Emerald, Black onyx & Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant emerald, Black & diamond ring studded in 18k gold with 1 piece of Oval Cut shaped Zambian emerald weight 0.59 carat which is surrounded Black onyx weight 5.97 car...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tri Tone Panthere Emerald Onyx Ring 18K Yellow Gold Size 51 US 5.5
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 18k yellow gold ring by Cartier from the Panthere De Cartier collection.
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,950Sale Price|25% Off
Striking Gold and Onyx Statement Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking and impactful ring is crafted from 18k yellow gold atop which sits a custom cut, black onyx oval measuring 1 3/16 inches by 1 1/16 inches.
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Gucci "Chiodo" 18k White Gold Black Onyx and Diamond Ring
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
This Gucci "Chiodo" ring showcases the house's signature bold design, crafted in luxurious 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bold Onyx Gold Ribbed Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is that one big bold Ring to wear as a signature piece. Half Black ribbed & half Striated Yellow Gold. Noticeable and impressive. Size 7 - but can be sized.
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine Onyx and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Perfect for those who appreciate vintage glamour with a modern edge. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 5.84 g.
Onyx, Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Sunita Nahata Black Onyx 14.00ct. Fancy Ring 18K Rose Gold with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Black onyx, diamond and semi-precious gemstones ring in 18K rose gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Emerald Onyx and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 4.37 g.
Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Pasquale Bruni 'Ghirlanda' Onyx, Black Spinel and Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
By Pasquale Bruni
Located in London, GB
Magnificent and bold, this breathtaking cocktail ring from Pasquale's Bruni 'Ghirlanda' collection is masterfully handcrafted from 18 carat white gold. Taking center-stage is an impr...
Diamond, Onyx, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Onyx Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here we have a unique cocktail ring featuring three pieces of lustrous black onyx.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$19,040Sale Price|20% Off
2.51 Carat Old European Cut Diamond, Onyx and Ruby Ring in 18K Gold, Circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in rich 18K gold and weighing 5.97 grams, this ring balances elegance with presence, making it ideal for both collectors and those seeking a unique statement piece.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
Oval Signet Ring in 18k Rose Gold, Onyx 12.0 x 9.0 mm with Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Oval Signet Ring, 18k Rose Gold, Onyx Nicolo, 12.0 x 9.0 mm, with heraldic Engraving About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant...
Onyx, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Oval Signet Ring, 18K Rose Gold, Niccolo onyx 12.0 x 9.0 mm with Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval Victor Mayer Signet Ring, 18k Rose Gold, Niccolo onyx 12.0 x 9.0 mm, with Engraving About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant timeless...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1970's Yellow Ceylon 7.80 Carats Sapphire Diamond Onyx 18k Heart Cocktail ring
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage 1980's wide GIA certified Sri Lankan Yellow Sapphire & Diamond ring is the perfect statement ring. Crafted in solid heavy 18K yellow gold, the center is adorned by a ...
Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sunita Nahata Black Onyx 15.17ct. Fancy Ring in 18K Rose Gold & White Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
They are perfect to wear when you need to add a little bit of vibrance to an outfit. Black onyx and diamond ring in 18K rose gold. Black Onyx: 15.17 carat cushion shaped cabochon ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1945 Signet Ring 3.5 ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 6.5 US / 2.7gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone rectangular cut and polished 12 mm x 8.5mm x 2.6mm deep / about 3.5 ct.
Onyx, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Carre Square Baguette Diamond Ruby Onyx Cocktail Ring GIA
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A stunning vintage ring hand made in 18K yellow gold and topped with polished black onyx and centered by a 1.12ct natural oval ruby.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,550 / item
Onyx Diamond Meghna Jewels Marquise Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18K Gold and sterling silver. This beautiful marquise ring is hand set in 7.54 carats black onyx and .71 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Oval Signet Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Stratified Onyx 13.5 x 10.5 mm with Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Reference: 51198/00/LO/02/102 Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstones: niccolo onyx Engraving: Shield and Crown Dimensions: 13.5 x 10.50 mm Ring Size: 59 mm This jewellery with engravin...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Signed Type A Fei Chui Jadeite Jade and Onyx Platinum & 18K Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
David Webb Signed Untreated Jade, Diamond, And Onyx Bezel Ring In Platinum And 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
1950 Signet Men Ring ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 9.75 US / 5.51gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone rectangular cut and polished 13 x 10 mm x 2.8 mm deep/ about 4.5 ct .
Onyx, 18k Gold
White Onyx Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique cocktail ring featuring 20.65 carats of white onyx. The sharp colored white onyx swirls around 2.46 carats of VS quality diamonds which are set in an 18K rose gold setting.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Signet Ring, 18k Rose Gold, Niccolo Onyx, Oval 13.9 x 12.2 mm, with Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Oval Signet Ring 18k Rose Gold, Niccolo Onyx 13.9 x 12.2 mm with Engraving About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant timeles...
Onyx, Agate, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1954 Signet Men Ring 5ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 10.5 US / 5.38gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone rectangular cut and polished 15 x 12 mm x 2.56 mm deep/ about 5 ct .
Onyx, 18k Gold
Onyx and Princess Cut, Brilliant Cut and Baguette Cut Diamond Ring 18k Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 6 princess cut, 6 baguette and 44 brilliant cut Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.05 carats Diamond Color: G Diamond Cla...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victor Mayer Round Signet Ring Blue Layered Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 10 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Round Signet Ring Blue Layered Onyx (So-Called Nicolo) 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 10 mm About signet rings: Signet rings have a tradition that goes back to antiquity.
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1954 Signet Men Ring 4.5ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 9.25 US / 4.25gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone transitional rectangular cut and polished 15 x 12 mm x 2.3 mm mm deep/ about 4.5 ct .
Onyx, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Rectangular Onyx w/ Inset Diamond Ring Size 5.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Total Weight: 4.25 Grams Overall Width: 20.53mm (0.80") (top of the ring - north to south), 1.46mm (bottom of the shank) Overall Height: 5.55mm rise o...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Black Onyx Diamond Oval Dome Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold M / 6.5
Located in SYDNEY, AU
This Art Deco style ring features a large oval black onyx adorned with seven sparkling natural brilliant cut diamonds at the centre, in a flower cluster setting. The onyx dome is pro...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
CARTIER PARIS 18k Yellow Gold, Onyx & Diamond Modernist Ring w/Box 1970s Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Paris 18k Yellow Gold, Onyx & Diamond Modernist Ring 1970s Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring.
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Maria Canale Gold Pyramide Black Onyx Ring
By Maria Canale
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning María Canalé “Gold Pyramide” ring crafted in 18kt gold, with a total weight of 17.90 grams. The design features bold black onyx pyramids, each elegantly set with brilliant...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Judith Ripka Cushion Cut Black Onyx and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Judith Ripka
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current value. Ring size: 5.5 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 11.4 grams Natural Onyx count: 1 Onyx cut: Rectangular c...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unique 18k Rose Gold Tube Black Onyx W/ 0.46ctw Diamond Wrap Design Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - 0.46ctw (exact stamped) Material: Solid 18k Rose Gold Weight: 8.44 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Diamond, Onyx, Rose Gold
Onyx and Coral Pink Gold Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Ring in 18kt pink gold set with diamonds, onyx and 2 coral
Coral, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
White-Onyx Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k rose gold with a lovely rich color. Ring Size 6.5
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Onyx cocktail ring 18KT white gold large cocktail ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Huge cocktail ring in 18KT white gold with large oval onyx in the middle, the ring is very comfortable on hand and will stay without twisting because of the design, ring is size 6 bu...
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
1962 Signet Men Ring 4 ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 12.75 US / 3.52gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone with slightly convex rectangular cut and polished 12 mm x 10 mm x 2.75 mm deep/ about 4 c...
Onyx, 18k Gold
18K Gold Plated Onyx Stone Mens Ring Circa 1960
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing our remarkable 18K Gold Plated Onyx Stone Men's Ring, a vintage masterpiece reminiscent of the timeless elegance of the 1960s.
Antique Mars Ares Ring Intaglio Red Onyx solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 16.3 gr
Located in SE
Signet Intaglio Ring in solid 18K Orange / Rose / Red Gold with bezel set fine intaglio on Red Onyx depicting Greek Ares (Roman Mars ) - God of War and also an agricultural guardian.
Onyx, 18k Gold
$659Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx Ring
Located in София, BG
18 kt Yellow Gold ring with Black Onyx Handmade Gold color: Yellow Ring size: 4 3/4 US Total weight: 0.99 grams Set with: - Onyx Cut: Cabochon Color: Black
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Men Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bold and refined, this Blue Sapphire, Onyx, and Diamond Art Deco Style Men’s Band Ring showcases timeless masculinity with vintage flair.
Blue Sapphire, Onyx, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman Lexington Barrel Black Onyx and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size 7
By David Yurman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring Size: 7 Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Ring Weight: 6.2 Grams of 18K White Gold Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Very Good Retail for $4,975.00 David Yurman black onyx and diamond Lexin...
Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold
White South Sea Round Pearl, White Diamond, and Black Onyx Cocktail Ring in 18k
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 16.7 mm South Sea round white pearl with 1.16 carats of good quality white diamonds and black onyx in 18k white gold. South Sea pearl is a beautiful white with no markings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Onyx Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptionally fun eternity band featuring 4.10 carats of round pave set diamonds with luminous specs of triangular and square shape black onyx. This 18K white gold band works with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White gold, Black and White Onyx and Diamonds Ring by Guy Laroche
By Guy Laroche
Located in Stockholm, SE
This onyx ring is adorned with a white onyx centre piece which is placed in a 18 karat white gold and eight brilliant cut diamonds (approx. 0,12 ctv) setting. The beautifully arched ...
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
1953 Signet Men Ring natural 4.5ct Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 10.5 US / 5 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone rectangular cut and polished 15.5 x 11,5 mm x 2.4 mm mm deep/ about 4.5 ct .
Onyx, 18k Gold
$4,500 / item
Green Onyx Diamond Meghna Jewels Flame Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Renowned for its modern & fierce jewelry, "Meghna Jewels" highlights her signature pave arches in this stunning Flame Ring. Cast in 18K Gold and sterling silver. It is hand set i...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Outstanding 18k Yellow Gold, White Onyx, M.O.P. & Diamond Ring by Albert Lipten
By Albert Lipten
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This beautiful and unusual vintage Albert Lipten fashion ring, crafted in 18K yellow gold, is visually seductive.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Onyx Diamond Gold Bombe Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
High style 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with pave set Diamond sides set in Platinum and polished Black Onyx Body. Super sophisticated. Size 6.5
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Onyx, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds in the central part and, laterally, onyx. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in pe...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Crescent Moons Diamond Black Onyx Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier crescent moons diamond black onyx ring 18 karat white gold and platinum, featuring a crescent moon design; five of the eight moons are made out of diamonds weighing approxim...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
David Webb Signed Type A Fei Chui Jadeite Jade and Onyx Platinum & 18K Ring
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
David Webb Signed Untreated Jade, Diamond, And Onyx Bezel Ring In Platinum And 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Onyx Checkerboard Ring, Circa 1975
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A gold, diamond, and onyx ring designed in a checkered motif, in 18k and platinum.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold 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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