Betony Vernon "Petting Ring Small" Ring Sterling Silver 925
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Petting Ring Small" was designed in 1998 by Betony Vernon and manufactured in lost wax
Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "Petting Ring Large" Ring Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Petting Ring Large" was designed in 1998 by Betony Vernon and manufactured in lost wax
Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "Petting Ring Medium" Ring Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Petting Ring Medium" was designed in 1998 by Betony Vernon and manufactured in lost wax
Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Diamond Reposed Cat Band - 14k Single Cut Pet Feline Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Band Theme: Reposed Cat, Pet Feline Measurements Face Height (north to south): 3/8" (9.4mm) Rise
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Ruth Nyc, Plate Signet Ring
Located in Long Island City, NY
or even symbols of their pets. The Plate Signet Ring is suitable for everyday wear and the perfect
Silver
Westminster Terrier Stuart Crystal Ring "Best in Show"
Located in Stamford, CT
, this ring is as winsome and the pet it portrays. This ring can be sized. Condition is superb
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Reverse Crystal Intaglio West Highland Terrier Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
in show. Set in 18kt gold, this ring is as winsome and the pet it portrays. This ring can be sized
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Sold
Pet Bird Ring
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
An 18kt yellow gold hand crafted Bird ring. The ring opens to reveal a secret compartment. There
18k Gold
Betony Vernon "Mantra Necklace" Sterling Silver 925 Necklace
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Mantra Necklace" is an original design by Betony Vernon made in 2018 and handcrafted in lost wax elements and a rolo chain. The "Mantra Necklace" ends in a pendant which can con...
Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "Double Sphere Onyx Massage Ring" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Double Sphere Onyx Massage Ring" was designed by Betony Vernon in 2017 to be worn as a statement piece as well as to provide a healing massage. The ring’s therapeutic potential ...
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "Three Rows Bracelet" Bracelet Sterling Silver 925
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Three Rows Bracelet" was originally designed by Betony Vernon in 1996. Now a timeless BV signature jewel, it is handcrafted using lost wax elements and Sterling Silver 925. This...
Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Betony Vernon "Double Sphere Cocktail Ring" Ring Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Double Sphere Cocktail Ring" was designed by Betony Vernon in 2004 and manufactured in lost wax elements. As elegant as it is playful, the jewel is likely to spark conversation....
Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Cuff Kit" Medium Bracelet Chain Ring Sterling Silver 925
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon "O-Ring" timeless signature pieces has been appreciated since 1992 for their symbolic and aesthetic appeal. This medium "O-Ring Cuff Kit" includes one "O-Ring Band Larg...
Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "Mantra Bracelet" Sterling Silver 925 Bracelet
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Mantra Bracelet" is an original design by Betony Vernon made in 2018 and handcrafted in lost wax elements and a rolo chain. The "Mantra Bracelet" chain follows a pendant that ca...
Sterling Silver
$1,803 / item
Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring....
Garnet, 14k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Silver Bull Coin 18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic, ancient Greek silver "Triobol" coin from the Phocian League 480 - 421 BC, features the head of a bull on one side and the goddess Artemis on the other. The Phocian Leag...
18k Gold
$92,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA-Certified 4.00ct Asscher-Cut Diamond Unisex Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Bold yet refined, architectural yet timeless—this GIA-certified 4.00ct Asscher-cut diamond signet ring redefines the essence of modern luxury with vintage soul. Sculpted in solid 18K...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1.47 Carat No Oil Panjshir Emerald Cut Ring in Platinum by Merkaba Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A collector grade three stone platinum ring centered on a rare 1.47 carat Panjshir Valley emerald in a crisp emerald cut, accompanied by an AGL report and designated no oil. Sourced ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Platinum
5.03 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Magnificent 5.03ct Royal Blue Sapphire Platinum Engagement Three Stone Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills proudly presents this magnificent 5.03-ca...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Betony Vernon "Ben Wa Chain" Necklace Bracelet Sterling Silver 925
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Ben Wa Chain" Necklace was first designed by Betony Vernon in 1995 using lost wax elements and various sizes of rolo' chains in Sterling Silver 925. The timeless BV signature je...
Sterling Silver
Antique Louis Vuitton Picnic Motor Trunk
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
In Luxury We Trust is delighted to present an extraordinary opportunity to own an extremely rare trunk, the largest picnic trunk ever crafted by Louis Vuitton, designed to cater to s...
Betony Vernon "Leather Whip Necklace" Sterling Silver 925
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Leather Whip Necklace" was designed in 1997 by Betony Vernon. The "body" of the whip is made of handwoven leather. The empowering unisex necklace is part of Vernon's personal ar...
Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "Essence Ring" Sterling Silver 925 with Funnel and Gold Cap
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Essence Ring" was designed in 1995. Betony Vernon’s work explores all of the senses and in this case the powerful sense of smell. The "Essence Ring" allows you to carry your fav...
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Band Large Ring" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Band Large Ring" ring was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. The "O'Ring Band Large Ring" ring is part of a timeless signature BV Sa...
Sterling Silver
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.
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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.
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