GIA Certified 1.70 Carat Pear Solitaire Tulip Rose Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A radiant diamond ring featuring a stunning center stone of pear shape, weighing 1.70 and certified for its exceptional quality with H ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.90 Carat Pear Solitaire Tulip Rose Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A radiant diamond ring featuring a stunning center stone of pear shape, weighing 0.90 and certified for its exceptional quality with D ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.71 Carat Pear Halo Pave Openwork Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary diamond ring features a stunning center stone of pear cut, showcasing an impressive 1.71 weight, graded at H and SI2.
Diamond, Platinum
$14,239Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.7 Carat Pear Twisted Pave Braided Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** The remarkable diamond ring features a stunning pear 1.7 center stone, radiating with a captivating brilliance.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 2.01 Carat Pear Curved Bypass Pave Shank Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exceptional diamond ring featuring a stunning centerpiece of a pear diamond weighing 2.01.
Diamond, Platinum
$6,476Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Braided Band Pear Halo Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring that embodies elegance and charm, featuring a mesmerizing pear diamond of 0.9 , graded...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 0.9ct Pear Micro Pave Twisted Braid Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 0.9 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 6403-18
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 0.9ct Pear Micro Pave Twisted Braid Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 0.9 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 6403-18
Diamond, Platinum
$13,991Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.7ct Pear Three-Stone Split Shank Pave 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, GIA-certified center stone of pear diamonds weighing 1.7 an...
Diamond, Platinum
$14,784Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.67 Carat Pear Halo Ribbon Cathedral Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating elegance, This exquisite diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone of pear E SI2 1.67.
Diamond, Platinum
$5,374Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.01ct Pear Micro Pave Twisted Braid Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.01 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/VG/VG Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 7079-03
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 0.9 Carat Pear Curved Bypass Leaf & Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 0.9 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 6403-18
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.82 Carat Pear Halo Multi-Row Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring showcasing a captivating pear diamond at its heart, weighing 1.82 and graded with an exquisite H and SI2.
Diamond, Platinum
$5,688Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.25 Carat Pear Twisted Infinity Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Crafted to capture the essence of timeless elegance, this radiant diamond ring features a stunning pear diamond, weighing 1.25 , celebr...
Diamond, Platinum
$5,780Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.01ct Pear 3-Stone Past, Present & Future Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring that marries timeless elegance with contemporary flair, featuring a magnificent center...
Diamond, Platinum
$10,968Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.91 Carat Pear Prong Set Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Discover the allure of this yellow gold diamond ring, featuring a stunning pear centerpiece weighing 1.91.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.01ct Pear Vintage 3-Stone Heart & Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegantly crafted, this remarkable diamond ring features a stunning center stone of pear 2.01 , showcasing exquisite J and SI2.
Diamond, Platinum
$7,979Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.9ct Pear Entwined Garden Flower Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 0.9 Color: G Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold DI...
Diamond, White Gold
$19,696Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral Tulip 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 captivating center stone that is a remarkable pear diamond weighing 2.01.
Diamond, White Gold
$11,120Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral Tulip 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 captivating center stone that is a remarkable pear diamond weighing 1.5.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.71ct Pear Entwined Garden Flower Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.71 Color: G Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold D...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.05 Carat Vintage Pear Milgrain Band 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 pear J SI1 1.05 center stone, exquisitely prong set to enhan...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$6,948Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Solitaire Pear Halo Infinity Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Showcasing an enchanting design, this remarkable diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified pear D SI2 1.2 center diamond, exudi...
Diamond, White Gold
$11,686Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.91 Carat Solitaire Pear Halo Infinity Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Showcasing an enchanting design, this remarkable diamond ring features a captivating GIA-certified pear J SI2 1.91 center diamond, exud...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$6,988Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Pear Partial Eternity Shank Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a brilliant centerpiece, this piece showcases a dazzling pear diamond of 1.0...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,006Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.96 Carat Pear Partial Eternity Shank Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a brilliant centerpiece, this piece showcases a dazzling pear diamond of 0.9...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Vintage Pear Milgrain Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating pear I SI2 2.01 center stone, exquisitely prong set to enhance its brilliance from every angle.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.7ct Pear Slim Band Classic Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating timeless elegance, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning pear center stone weighing 1.7.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$14,420Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.71 Carat Pear & Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking pear diamond at its heart, weighing 1.71 , cl...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$25,748Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Pear & Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking pear diamond at its heart, weighing 2.01 , cl...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$11,877Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Pear Solitaire Tulip Rose Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A radiant diamond ring featuring a stunning center stone of pear shape, weighing 1.7 and certified for its exceptional quality with I a...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$10,712Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Pear Solitaire Tulip Rose Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A radiant diamond ring featuring a stunning center stone of pear shape, weighing 1.51 and certified for its exceptional quality with H ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Pear Prong Set Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Discover the allure of this white gold diamond ring, featuring a stunning pear centerpiece weighing 1.01.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.01ct Pear Entwined Garden Flower Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.01 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.96 Carat Pear Prong Set Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Discover the allure of this yellow gold diamond ring, featuring a stunning pear centerpiece weighing 0.96.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Pear & Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking pear diamond at its heart, weighing 1.00 , cl...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.25 Carat Pear & Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking pear diamond at its heart, weighing 1.25 , classified as J and I1.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.00ct Pear Three-Stone with Diamond 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, a stunning diamond ring that exemplifies timeless beauty and sophistication, featuring a captivating pear cent...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.01ct Pear Slim Band Prong Set Solitaire Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** A magnificent diamond ring featuring a stunning pear center stone, weighing an impressive 1.01 and boasting a flawless I and SI1.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 0.9ct Pear Prong Set Solitaire Slim Band 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 pear center stone weighing 0.9.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.2 Carat Pear Three-Stone Curved Bypass 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 center stone composed of a pear diamond weighing 1.2 , rated...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.20ct Pear Classic Solitaire Antique Engraved White Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.2 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: White Gold DI...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA 1.21ct Pear Classic Solitaire Antique Engraved Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.21 Color: G Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA 1.22ct Pear Marquise & Round Milgrain Bezel 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 pear diamond at its center, weighing 1.22 , with a strikin...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.05ct Pear Entwined Garden Flower Vine Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.05 Color: J Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Karat: 18K Metal: Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral Tulip Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in New York, this exquisite diamond ring features a captivating center stone that is a remarkable pear diamond weighing 2.01.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral Tulip 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 captivating center stone that is a remarkable pear diamond weighing 0.9.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.9 Carat Pear & Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking pear diamond at its heart, weighing 0.9 , cla...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2 Carat Pear & Baguette Three-Stone Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning diamond ring, featuring a breathtaking pear diamond at its heart, weighing 1.2 , cla...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.23 Carat Pear Prong Set Solitaire Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Discover the allure of this platinum diamond ring, featuring a stunning pear centerpiece weighing 1.23.
Diamond, Platinum
$11,180Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Knife Edge Band Pear Halo Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.5 Color: I Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 7190-05
Diamond, Platinum
$21,952Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 2.01ct Pear Three-Stone with Diamond 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, a stunning diamond ring that exemplifies timeless beauty and sophistication, featuring a captivating pear cent...
Diamond, White Gold
$9,314Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 1.21ct Pear Three-Stone with Diamond 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, a stunning diamond ring that exemplifies timeless beauty and sophistication, featuring a captivating pear cent...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$14,872Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.72ct Pear Entwined Garden Flower Vine Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.72 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/VG/EX Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 7450-03
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Pear Solitaire Cathedral Tulip 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 captivating center stone that is a remarkable pear diamond weighing 1.21.
Diamond, Platinum
$15,272Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.67 Carat Pear Partial Eternity Shank Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring featuring a brilliant centerpiece, this piece showcases a dazzling pear diamond of 1.6...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.05ct Pear Slim Band Classic Solitaire Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Radiating timeless elegance, this captivating diamond ring features a stunning pear center stone weighing 1.05.
Diamond, Platinum
$14,735Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Pear Twisted Braided Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning showcase of craftsmanship and elegance, this diamond ring features a breathtaking center stone that...
Diamond, Platinum
$9,193Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Pear Hidden Halo Pave Band 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 captivating centerpiece of a pear diamond weighing 1.21 , boasting a pr...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Pear Hidden Halo Pave Band 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 captivating centerpiece of a pear diamond weighing 1.01 , boasting a pr...
Diamond, Platinum
Certain designs of antique, new and vintage engagement rings are currently getting a lot of attention right now. Each of the styles has history, and their beauty, like true love, is everlasting. The engagement ring trends many future brides are undoubtedly keeping track of now include pear-shape diamonds.
The pear shape is rapidly becoming one of the most popular fancy cuts for diamonds. The last time it was in such high demand was during the 1960s. One of the most high-profile rings of the period was the nine-carat pear-shape diamond engagement ring actress Mia Farrow received from singer Frank Sinatra in 1966. The stone was set, like most pears of the period, with the tip up and rump down.
Today, designers play around with how the stone is set and with its size relative to that of the band. The singer Adele (who has not publicly acknowledged that she is engaged) has a large pear-shape diamond on a slender diamond band that she wears on the third finger of her left hand.
The pears in Megan Fox’s Toi et Moi ring are at slight angles to each other, so they appear to form a heart. Lots of designers set pears on their sides in an east-west position. They may also add a halo of gems, among other embellishments.
Find antique, new and vintage pear-shape diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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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The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
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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.