Antique Platinum OEC Diamond Ruby Engagement/Cocktail Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: Platinum Natural Old European Cut Diamond 1.40 cttw - center stone 0.82ct Ruby Ring size: 6.75 Weight: 5.1 grams R-77 Gorgeous antique ring crafted in platinum and adorned...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3.95 Carat Colombian No Oil Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Colombian no oil emerald weighing 3.95 carats set in a platinum and diamond mounting. The emerald has an AGL certificate stating that it is natural with no clarity enhancement whatso...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Platinum 18 KT Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Quintessential, Edwardian ring, with charming design and gorgeous colour contrast Very finely hand crafted during the very beginning of 1900 of 18 KT gold with Platinum top – tested ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Dome Filigree Ring. 1.40ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring KVS2
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in platinum circa 1900, the Bohemia Ring is a beautiful example of Edwardian craftsmanship, showcasing the era's celebrated use of delicate filigree and refined diamond d...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Madeira Citrine Diamond Platinum 14 KT ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Genuine Edwardian period Madeira Citrine and Diamond ring crafted of solid Platinum and 14 Kt gold for the back shank, tested 1900 ca Superbly hand crafted during the period in a cla...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Low Profile Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Low Profile Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous Edwardian old Euro diamond engagement ring is crafted in platinum. This amazing...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique diamond and platinum moi et toi ring
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian moi et toi ring of bypass design, set with two prong-set diamonds on a swirling mount accented with graduated diamonds, in platinum. Total diamond weight approximately 1...
Diamond, Platinum
1905 GIA Certified .80 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 5.25 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 1.9 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # [2185453898] Shape: Old European Birllian...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian J.E. Caldwell Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian J.E. Caldwell Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring. This incredible Edwardian J. E. Caldwell engagement ring is crafted in platinum. This gorgeous ri...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Platinum Ring 3.5 Carat Navette Wedding Engagement Cocktail
Located in New York, NY
The ring dates to circa 1900 - 1910. Diamonds and platinum epitomize the Edwardian era and this jewel is one of the most stunning examples we have seen.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Mine Oval Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Mine Oval Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring. This incredible Edwardian Old Mine Diamond engagement ring is crafted in platinum. This gorgeous ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum 2.99ct GIA European Diamond Bezel & Pave Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This is an absolutely jaw dropping antique platter ring crafted in solid platinum during the Edwardian period. It features a large and breathtaking old European diamond solitaire nea...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum 1.49ct GIA European Diamond Tulip Sides Engraved Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This is an absolutely breathtaking, highly detailed, antique engagement ring that was crafted from solid platinum during the Edwardian/Art Deco period. It features a GIA certified ol...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.17 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #: 2215129586 Weight: 1.17 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color:...
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Mine Diamond Filigree Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Mine Diamond Filigree Three Stone Ring. This beautiful Edwardian old mine diamond three stone filigree ring is crafted in platinum. This gorg...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Rose Cut Diamond Initial Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Rose Cut Diamond Initial Ring. This beautiful Edwardian rose cut diamond initial ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Cross Over Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This fancy cross over ring has lots of detail and set within illusion settings are two diamonds. The diamonds total 10pts. The stones are set in platinum and the ring is modelled in ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.13 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 4.95 Metal Type: 18 karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Weight: 2.2 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # 2205132239 Shape: Old European B...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Cut Diamond Floral Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Cut Diamond Floral Ring. This beautiful Edwardian old cut diamond floral ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum pron...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Cluster Halo Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 4 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Diamond Details: .50ct total weight, Old European...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Cross Over Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This fancy cross over ring has lots of detail and set within the platinum settings are two diamonds. The diamonds measure 35pts each. The ring is modelled in 18ct gold. Ring Size: ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
1.00 Carat Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.5 Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold and Platinum Top [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.7 grams Center Diamond Details: Weight: 1.00ct total weight C...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Elongated Diamond And Sapphire Ring. Old European Cut Platinum Ring.
Located in New York, NY
Era: Edwardian Era, Circa 1900 Material: Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7.5 Resizing: Can be resized at no extra cost.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Platinum 18 K Natural Oriental Pearl Bridal Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This ring is made out of 18 karat yellow gold and platinum the ring head features ca natural oriental button pearl surrounded by lovely white diamonds, all set in platinum. The ring ...
Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Platinum
Toi et Moi diamond pearl ring in platinum and 18 karat gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Toi et Moi diamond pearl ring in platinum and 18 karat gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Toi et Moi Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Toi et Moi Engagement Ring - GIA. This incredible Edwardian Old Euro diamond Toi et Moi engagement ring is crafted in platinum. ...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Cert. 5.01 Carat Old Euro Cut Diamond Edwardian Antique Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Engagement Ring Metal: Platinum (PT) Ring Size: 4 Era: Edwardian (Early 1900's) Center Stone Details: Type: Diamond Carat: 5.01 Color: L Clarity: VS2 Cut: Old Eu...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian GIA 1.25 Carat Champagne Diamond Ring. Pearl Ring Platinum on 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approx 1.25 Carats Certification: GIA Certified Center Diamond Color: Champagne (Very Light Brown) Center Diamond Clarit...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
French Edwardian Untreated Ruby Diamond 18 KT/Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This breathtaking Edwardian ring is 1900/09 circa Elegantly designed as a flat crown panel, hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold with Platinum top French origin, hallmarked Set on one si...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Top Old Mine Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Top Old Mine Diamond Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum top. The ring has old mine cut and rose...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Gold Platinum Art Nouveau Ring with 0.35ct Old Mine Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
18k Gold, Platinum Weight 2.1g Art Nouveau Featuring Old Mine Diamond Approx. 0.35ct Measurements 0.75in x 0.65in Ring Size 6.75 Sizable
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.03 Carat Oval Ceylon Sri Lanka Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified natural 6.03 carat oval cut Sri Lanka origin heated blue sapphire and 1.36 carat total weight diamond ballerina-style cocktail ring in platinum 900, featuring a vivid r...
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Art Nouveau Two Stone Ring. 0.40TCW Old Euro Round Cut Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Origin: France Era: Art Nouveau Era, Circa 1900 Material: Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold This captivating antique Art Nouveau ring was handcrafted in France circa 1900 and features t...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau Two Stone Ring. 0.30TCW Old Euro Cushion Cut Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Origin: French Jewelry Era: Art Nouveau Era, Circa 1900 Material: Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold This antique Art Nouveau ring features two center diamonds with a combined weight of a...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring Platinum Topped 18K Rose Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Antique Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring Platinum Topped 18K Rose Gold This antique navette ring centers on an oval ruby weighing approximately 0.54 carats, set in an 18K rose gold bez...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Antique Platinum Engagement Ring with 1.00cttw Old European cut Diamonds VEG #78
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Description: Here we have an amazing engagement ring, which is very unique. It has two center stones which are approximately .35cts each. It is then surrounded by a halo of dia...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Filigree Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian old European diamond filigree ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and platinum top. This...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Old Cut Cushion Diamond 2.0cts & Emerald Ring in Platinum
Located in London, GB
A vibrant Edwardian diamond and emerald ring, set in platinum. Its beautiful design consists of a central set old cushion cut diamond and trillions of emeralds which are surrounded b...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Unique Engagement Ring. Antique Old Euro & Round Cut Diamond Ring Swirl Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in France circa 1900, the platinum-over-18k yellow gold mounting beautifully reflects the artistry of the period.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
1.06 Carat Total Weight Edwardian Diamond 14 Karat Gold/Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.0 grams 2 Main Diamond Details: Weight: 1.06ct, total weight (2 Diamonds) Cut: Old European b...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Top Old Mine Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Top Old Mine Diamond Cluster Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian old mine cut diamond cluster ring is crafted in 14k white gold and plat...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old European Diamond and Pearl Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old European Diamond and Pearl Three Stone Ring. This beautiful antique Edwardian old Euro diamond and pearl three stone ring is crafted in plati...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Arts and Crafts Platinum 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Garnet Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Arts and Crafts Platinum 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Garnet Ring. This gorgeous antique Arts and Crafts old European diamond and garnet ring is crafted in plat...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This incredible Edwardian old Euro diamond engagement ring is crafted in 14k white gold an...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous Edwardian old European cut diamond engagement ring is crafted in 18k yellow go...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Mine Diamond Navette Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Gold and Platinum Old Mine Diamond Navette Cocktail Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian old mine diamond navette cocktail ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Platinum Top Rose Cut Diamond Clover Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Platinum Top Rose Cut Diamond Clover Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian diamond ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and platinum top. This ring ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 18K Rose Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Rose Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous Edwardian old mine diamond engagement ring is crafted in 18k rose gold and pl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Untreated 2.7 Ct Green Jade Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This appealing antique Edwardian era ring is 1905 circa Exquisite example finely hand crafted of solid Platinum, displaying great accuracy and gorgeous carved leaf details, mill poin...
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K Gold and Platinum Floral Old Euro Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Gold and Platinum Floral Old Euro Rose Cut Diamond Ring. This beautiful Edwardian floral old Euro and rose cut diamond ring is crafted in 14k yellow g...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
French Belle Epoque opal diamond cluster ring in 18k gold and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
Opal diamond cluster ring in 18 karat gold and platinum.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - GIA. This incredible Art Deco emerald cut diamond engagement ring is crafted in platinum. This beautifu...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Emerald Diamond Ring Edwardian Platinum Top 18K Yellow Gold F1 Emerald
Located in Fairfield, CT
Antique Emerald Diamond Ring Edwardian Platinum Top 18K Yellow Gold F1 Emerald This Edwardian ring is made in 18k yellow gold with a platinum-topped setting, a style commonly used i...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Era Elongated Platinum Ring. Diamond Sapphire Accent 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Era: Edwardian Era, Circa 1900 Material: Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7.5, resizable at no extra cost.
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Mine Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Mine Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian three stone ring is crafted in platinum. This ring features a bright red natu...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Cut Diamond Milgrain Engraved Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - I Color - SI2 Clarity - 0.65ct (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Top Black Opal Old Euro Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Top Black Opal Old Euro Diamond Ring. This gorgeous Edwardian old Euro diamond and black opal cocktail ring is crafted in 14k whit...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Platinum Diamond Eternity Band Size 6.5
Located in Montgomery, AL
We always love finding vintage bands!! Especially when they are inscribed with such details including dates! Band Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Engraved On Si...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum 1.26ctw GIA European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This is a gorgeous antique engagement ring that was crafted from solid platinum during the Edwardian period. It features a GIA certified old European cut diamond solitaire neatly pro...
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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