GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Oval Halo Curved Bypass Shank Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking oval center stone weighing 1.21 , graded H and SI2 , ensur...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.20ct Oval Vintage Cathedral Snowflake Halo White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.2 Color: I Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold DI...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating sophisticated charm, this exquisite diamond ring features a brilliant centerpiece, showcasing a GIA-certified oval diamond we...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Oval & Baguette Classic 3-Stone Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring showcases a breathtaking oval J SI1 center diamond weighing 1.2 , radiating except...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.05 Carat Oval & Baguette Classic 3-Stone Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring showcases a breathtaking oval H SI2 center diamond weighing 2.05 , radiating excep...
Diamond, Platinum
$6,992Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Oval Solitaire Multi-Prong Rose Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking centerpiece of a oval diamond weighing 1.2.
Diamond, Platinum
$8,702Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Oval Solitaire Multi-Prong Rose Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking centerpiece of a oval diamond weighing 1.7.
Diamond, Platinum
$11,596Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.8 Carat Oval Solitaire Multi-Prong Rose Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking centerpiece of a oval diamond weighing 1.8.
Diamond, Platinum
6 Carat Oval Yellow Diamond Ring Gia Certified
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
6.03 carat GIA certified Fancy Light Yellow Oval center diamond, SI1. Ideal Oval shape - with strong deep yellow color - and lots of brilliance!
Yellow Diamond
$5,316Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Oval Halo Curved Bypass Shank Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking oval center stone weighing 0.8 , graded H and VS1 , ensuri...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.35 Carat Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating sophisticated charm, This exquisite diamond ring features a brilliant centerpiece, showcasing a GIA-certified oval diamond we...
Diamond, Platinum
$27,791Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.01ct Oval Curved Halo Split Band Pave Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring showcases a stunning oval center stone weighing 2.01 , graded H and VS1 , radiat...
Diamond, Platinum
$6,490Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.4ct Oval Curved Halo Split Band Pave Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring showcases a stunning oval center stone weighing 1.4 , graded J and SI2 , radiati...
Diamond, Platinum
$5,788Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating sophisticated charm, This exquisite diamond ring features a brilliant centerpiece, showcasing a GIA-certified oval diamond we...
Diamond, Platinum
$11,974Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.51ct Oval Curved Halo Split Band Pave Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring showcases a stunning oval center stone weighing 1.51 , graded G and SI2 , radiat...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.80ct Oval Curved Halo Split Band Pave Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this captivating diamond ring showcases a stunning oval center stone weighing 0.80 , graded H and VS1 , radiat...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.01ct Oval Vintage Cathedral Snowflake Halo Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 2.01 Color: I Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,799Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.81 Carat Pave Entwined Nature Band Oval Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating oval center stone weighing 1.81 and graded J with SI1.
Diamond, Platinum
$4,932Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.91 Carat Pave Entwined Nature Band Oval Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating oval center stone weighing 0.91 and graded I with SI2.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Oval Halo Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Radiating exceptional brilliance, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning centerpiece of a oval diamond weighing 1.3.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Oval Halo Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Radiating exceptional brilliance, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning centerpiece of a oval diamond weighing 1.7.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Oval Halo Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Radiating exceptional brilliance, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning centerpiece of a oval diamond weighing 0.9.
Diamond, White Gold
$42,758Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.27 Carat Oval Raindrop Tulip 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this breathtaking diamond ring features a stunning center stone of oval G VS1 weighing 2.27.
Diamond, White Gold
$11,377Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Oval Raindrop Tulip 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this breathtaking diamond ring features a stunning center stone of oval I SI2 weighing 1.5.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$6,382Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Oval Raindrop Tulip 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this breathtaking diamond ring features a stunning center stone of oval J VS1 weighing 1.01.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1ct Oval Three-Stone Channel Engraved 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this striking diamond ring features a central GIA-certified oval diamond weighing 1 , showcasing a pristine F and SI2.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.01ct Oval Three-Stone Channel Engraved 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this striking diamond ring features a central GIA-certified oval diamond weighing 2.01 , showcasing a pristine H and SI1.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.82 Carat Three-Stone Oval 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional diamond ring, this dazzling piece features a stunning oval diamond at its center, weighing 0.82 and graded J and VS1.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Three-Stone Oval 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional diamond ring, this dazzling piece features a stunning oval diamond at its center, weighing 1.3 and graded G and SI2.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1 Carat Hidden Halo Oval Solitaire Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Crafted to perfection, this stunning diamond ring features a breathtaking oval diamond center stone weighing 1.01 , graded I and VS1.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$22,534Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Hidden Halo Oval Solitaire White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Crafted to perfection, this stunning diamond ring features a breathtaking oval diamond center stone weighing 2 , graded H and SI2.
Diamond, White Gold
0.51 Carat Oval Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Oval Shape Engagement Ring. The ring is Platinum. The center Stone is an Oval 0.51 Carats F VS. There are 2 Tapered Baguettes 0.50 Carats F VS. The ring is a size 5.00, sizable. The ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2 Carat Oval Halo Basket Cathedral White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An exquisite diamond ring features a stunning centerpiece of a GIA-certified oval diamond, boasting an impressive 2 weight, J , and SI2.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.2ct Oval Solitaire & Pave Curved Shank 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone consisting of a oval diamond weighing 1.2 , g...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.01ct Oval Solitaire & Pave Curved Shank 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone consisting of a oval diamond weighing 2.01 , ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.8ct Oval Solitaire & Pave Curved Shank 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone consisting of a oval diamond weighing 1.8 , g...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Oval Double Basket Vintage White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring, this piece features a magnificent oval diamond at its center, weighing 0.8 , graded J and VS1.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Oval Double Basket Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring, this piece features a magnificent oval diamond at its center, weighing 0.8 , graded J and VS1.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Oval Double Basket Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring, this piece features a magnificent oval diamond at its center, weighing 1.21 , graded H and SI2.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Oval Double Basket Vintage White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring, this piece features a magnificent oval diamond at its center, weighing 1.2 , graded H and SI2.
Diamond, White Gold
$6,904Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.21ct Oval Round & Baguette Channel Band 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Introducing a stunning diamond ring that showcases an enchanting centerpiece—a GIA-certified oval diamond weighing 1.21 with an exquisi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$8,374Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.2ct Oval Round & Baguette Channel Band 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Introducing a stunning diamond ring that showcases an enchanting centerpiece—a GIA-certified oval diamond weighing 1.2 with an exquisit...
Diamond, White Gold
$6,280Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 0.9ct Oval Round & Baguette Channel Band 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Introducing a stunning diamond ring that showcases an enchanting centerpiece—a GIA-certified oval diamond weighing 0.9 with an exquisit...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Oval Bezel Solitaire Double Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Radiating sophisticated charm, This exquisite diamond ring features a brilliant centerpiece, showcasing a GIA-certified oval diamond weighing 2.01 , with striking J and SI1.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.31ct Oval Halo Openwork Basket Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this striking diamond ring features a captivating oval 1.31 center stone, expertly crafted to highlight its un...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.01ct Oval Halo Openwork Basket Cathedral 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this striking diamond ring features a captivating oval 1.01 center stone, expertly crafted to highlight its un...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1ct Oval Halo Openwork Basket Cathedral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this striking diamond ring features a captivating oval 1 center stone, expertly crafted to highlight its unpar...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,816Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Oval Halo Pave 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring is a remarkable testament to elegance and craftsmanship, featuring a breathtaking ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$6,544Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Oval Halo Pave 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring is a remarkable testament to elegance and craftsmanship, featuring a breathtaking ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Oval Halo Pave 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring is a remarkable testament to elegance and craftsmanship, featuring a breathtaking ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$6,989Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.2 Carat Oval Cluster Trellis Solitaire 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, which features a captivating oval 1.2 center stone, radiating beauty with its exqu...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$8,370Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.31 Carat Oval Cluster Trellis Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, which features a captivating oval 1.31 center stone, radiating beauty with its exq...
Diamond, White Gold
$5,401Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 0.9 Carat Oval Cluster Trellis Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, which features a captivating oval 0.9 center stone, radiating beauty with its exqu...
Diamond, White Gold
$4,983Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 0.9 Carat Oval Cluster Trellis Solitaire 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, which features a captivating oval 0.9 center stone, radiating beauty with its exqu...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,435Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.8 Carat Oval Cluster Trellis Solitaire 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Experience the allure of this stunning diamond ring, which features a captivating oval 1.8 center stone, radiating beauty with its exqu...
Diamond, White Gold
$18,740Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat East-West Oval Halo Double Pave Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 2.0 Color: G Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold DI...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.81 Carat Oval Halo Basket Cathedral Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An exquisite diamond ring features a stunning centerpiece of a GIA-certified oval diamond, boasting an impressive 1.81 weight, G , and ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$13,180Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Oval Halo Basket Cathedral Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An exquisite diamond ring features a stunning centerpiece of a GIA-certified oval diamond, boasting an impressive 1.7 weight, J , and S...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,980Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat East-West Oval Halo Double Pave Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 1.3 Color: G Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold DI...
Diamond, White Gold
$5,145Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.8 Carat Oval Halo Basket Cathedral White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An exquisite diamond ring features a stunning centerpiece of a GIA-certified oval diamond, boasting an impressive 0.8 weight, J , and V...
Diamond, White 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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.