GIA 2.2ct Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, w...
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring. GIA Asscher Diamond Sapphire Halo Platinum GVS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Asscher Cut Center Diamond Color: G Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Clarity Ce...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
4 Carat Brilliant Cut Wedding Ring. Diamond Eternity Band Platinum JVS2 Sized 4
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted Vintage-Style Material: Platinum Ring Size: 4 This elegant diamond eternity band showcases an impressive 4.00 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds arranged in a c...
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat AGL Graded Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
By Regent Jewelers
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Ruby and diamond ring featuring a 4.04 carat AGL Graded Cushion Cut Ruby prong set in a platinum ring with 44 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of .46 Cts. Ring Size...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA 2ct Radiant Solitaire Basket 4-Prong Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Elevate your jewelry collection with This exquisite diamond ring featuring a magnificent center stone crafted from a radiant diamond, w...
Diamond, Platinum
$60,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA GRS Certified 4 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA GRS Certified 4 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$108,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Asscher Cut H VS1 Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A timeless and elegant three-stone engagement ring featuring a stunning 4 carat Asscher cut diamond, certified by GIA as H color and VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat Diamond Halo Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Ring Platinum K VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Clarity Seco...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
4 Carat Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Geometric Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: M Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Clarity Seco...
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Halo Ring. GIA Asscher Diamond Platinum Ring G VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Asscher Cut Center Diamond Color: G Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Certification: G...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1.20 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement RIng
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.20 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.83 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.20 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.95 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.20 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.68 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.18 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.45 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.20 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
2.18 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.18 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.70 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.20 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.50 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.16 carat, the centre ston...
Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
Tiffany & Co. 0.23 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Size 4
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Introducing the Tiffany & Co. Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring—a testament to timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship. This exquisite piece by Tiffany & Co. showcases a brillian...
Diamond, Platinum
4 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Ring Platinum K VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.20 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary Stones: ...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
2.10 Carat 18 Karat Engagement Round Diamond Trilogy 4 Prongs Three-Stones Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Favourite classic, This trilogy ring representing past, present and future, Is made with three 0.70 carat diamonds with a total weight of 2.10 carat H / J Color, clarity VS / SI1, a...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
Platinum 10 gm Diamonds: approximate 2.3 Carat Emerald: 4 Carat Origin : Colombia Color: Deep Green, Transparent extreme Fine Color Quality One of our finest Colombian Emerald r...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4 Carat Engagement Ring. Cushion Cut Diamond Sapphire Halo Platinum Ring J VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: L Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Clarity S...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1970s French Mauboussin 4, 17 Carat Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum, dog head hallmark. Magnificent diamond solitaire ring, it is set with a modern brilliant- cut diamond with 6 claws, supported on both sides by two baguette- cut dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$108,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certifed 4 Carat Emerald Cut Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring – GIA Certified Indulge in the timeless elegance of this breathtaking GIA Certified 4.00-carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement R...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 4 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring KSI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.30 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Certification...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Eternity 4 Millimeter Ring with Emerald Cut Diamonds 3.53 Carats
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Classic platinum split prong eternity ring with 26 emerald-cut diamonds totaling 3.53 carats total.
Diamond, Platinum
$144,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring with tapered baguette
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Elevate your style with the timeless elegance of this GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring, accentuated by two tapered baguette diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 4 Carat Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Accent Ring K VS1 Platinum 1930
Located in New York, NY
Era: Art Deco Era, Circa 1930 Material: Platinum Ring Size: Resizable to any finger size at no extra cost This exceptional antique Art Deco ring, dating to circa 1930, centers a rem...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 4 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
Stunning cushion cut 4.30 carat GIA certified Fancy Intense Yellow diamond, SI2. Set with 1.10 carats of white trillion cut side diamonds. Platinum and 18k yellow Currently a s...
Yellow Diamond
4 Carat F1 Zambian Emerald Ring. GIA Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Emerald Center Emerald Weight: 4.00 Carats Center Emerald Cut: Emerald Cut Center Emerald Color: Vivid Green Certification: GIA Certificate Se...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA 1.5ct Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket 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, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 1.5...
Diamond, Platinum
4.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.89 carat diamond solitaire engagement ring, displayed in a contemporary platinum setting; part of our diverse diamond jewellery collections.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Scarselli Platinum Ring 4 Carat Radiant Fancy Light Pinkish Purple Diamond
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
From SCARSELLI this Natural Fancy Light Pinkish Purple Radiant diamond of 4 carats, VVS1 clarity certified by GIA (see certificate picture for detailed stone information) mounted wit...
Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
0.40 Carat Round Diamond Twisted Love 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.15 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.95 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Prong Love Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.20 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.20 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Prong Engagement Love Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Set in an open gallery 4 prong mount with a split shank that has one plain branch under a diamond encrusted upper branch the mount total diamond weight is 0.20 carat, the centre ston...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
4 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring. Cushion Halo Platinum Ring J VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00ct Center Diamond Cut: Antique Cushion Cut Center Diamond Color: L Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Secondary Stones: Sa...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
$75,428Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Three Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding an air of timeless sophistication, this exquisite three-stone engagement ring centers on a remarkable approximately 4 carat old European cut diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 4 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Old Euro Cut Diamond Platinum Ring KSI1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Color Center Diamond Clarity: SI1 Clarity Certi...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.50ct Solitaire Emerald 4-Prong Basket 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, a GIA-certified emerald diamond weighing 1.5...
Diamond, Platinum
$140,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat Oval Three-Stone Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This ring is positively stunning, showcasing a dazzling and impressively large 4 carat GIA certified diamond flanked by two additional certified oval cut diamonds. The glamorously la...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.80ct Radiant Hidden Halo Pave Band Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Radiant Carat: 1.80 Color: I Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX Ring Details: Metal: Platinum DID: 6042-09
Diamond, Platinum
1.17 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant platinum engagement ring is centered with a sparkling GIA certified old mine cut diamond that weighs 1.17ct. The color of the diamond is J with VVS2 clarity. The center ...
Diamond, Platinum
$40,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
6.51 Carat Colombian Emerald 4 Carat VS Clarity Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- COMR-001 Gross Wt. :- 17.15 gm Platinum Wt. :- 15.43 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2.15 Ct. ( Vs Clarity & FG Color ) Colombian Emerald Wt. :- 6.43 Ct. Setting :- Pr...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Bespoke Halo Mount for 3-5 Carat Yellow White Diamond Oval Shape Platinum Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Double Halo Diamond Engagement Ring Setting Platinum Yellow Diamond Halo for 3–5 Carat Oval Center A stunning double halo diamond engagement ring setting, crafted in platinum, desig...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Eme...
Art Deco 4 Carat Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Ring K VS1 Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 4.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: L Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Center Diamond Sett...
Diamond, Platinum
$184,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4 Carat D Color VS1 Clarity Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 4 Carat D Color VS1 Clarity Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4.47 Carat '1/4 Cts' Asscher Cut 'Square Emerald Platinum Diamond Eternity Ring
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful Eternity Ring is made of Platinum showcasing 18 perfectly matched 1/4 Ct (VS/E-F) Asscher Cut 'Square Emerald Cut' Diamond Set in Shared Prong Mode. Total Weight of di...
Diamond, Platinum
Leo Round Diamond 1.01 Carat Solitaire Ring Platinum and 18 Karat White Gold
By The Leo Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Leo Diamond Engagement Ring Style: 4 - Prong Solitaire Certification: IGI 7092060A Metal: 18kt Whit Gold Ring with Platinum Prongs Size / Measurements: 5 - sizable TCW: 1.01 cts...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1.78 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.78 carat diamond and platinum solitaire ring; part of our diverse engagement ring collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Marielle Diamond Ring '1/4 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This infinity style ring features round brilliant diamonds micro -prong-set along the top. Experience the difference! Product details: Center Gemstone Color: WHITE Side Gemstone T...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Sevilla Diamond Ring '3/4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features five(5) floating Brilliante round diamonds set in "U" Shaped delicate prongs on top of a 1.3 MM band. Experience the difference in person! Product details: Cent...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Winte Diamond Ring '3/4 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Delicate ring features Seven (7) floating Brilliante round diamonds set in "U" Shaped delicate prongs on top of a 1.3 MM band. Experience the difference in person! Product deta...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Dalia Diamond Ring '1/4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features round brilliant diamonds prong-set along the top half of the band in alternating round and marquise-shaped settings. Experience the difference! Product details: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Artemis Diamond Ring '4/5 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features two perfectly matched 0.40 each ( 0.80 ct. tw) round diamonds that symbolize the deep connection between two soulmates. Experience the difference! Product details...
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Baguette Cut Wedding Ring. Eternity Diamond Band Platinum IVS2 Sized 4
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted Vintage-Style Material: Platinum Ring Size: 4 This beautiful vintage-style eternity wedding band features 2.00 carats of baguette-cut diamonds set continuously arou...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Meghan Diamond Ring '1/4 Ct. tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This delicate ring features round brilliant diamonds micro - prong - set on the top half of the band while clusters of perfectly match diamonds form a three crown-like shape. Experie...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Anna Diamond Ring '1/4 Ct. Tw'
Located in San Francisco, CA
This ring features two rows of perfectly matched 54 round brilliant diamonds micro - prong-set along the top of the band, a delicate raised metal band separates the two rows. Experie...
Diamond, Platinum
$160,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certifed 4 Carat Old Mine Cut Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
4 Carat GIA-Certified Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring A 4 carat old mine cut diamond, especially one with GIA certification, is exceptionally rare and valuable. Diamonds of this size—over...
Diamond, Platinum
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.
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