1.70 Carat Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
, with two side diamonds in a Platinum three-stone setting. 1950s. Purple Sapphire 1.70ct, totally
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
5.56 Carat Oval Cut Purple Sapphire Diamond 3-Stone Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Showcases an Oval cut , Vibrant color Purple Sapphire weighing 5.56 carats, flanked by two
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
1.20ct Vivid Lilac Purple Spinel & Diamond Platinum Round Cut Three Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Vivid Lilac Purple Spinel & Diamond Platinum Round Cut Three Stone Ring. 1.20 Total carat
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
Three Stone Ring with 7.05ct Purple Garnet
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Three stone ring in 18K Rose Gold and Platinum Featuring Center Stone: 7.05ct Burgundy - Purple
Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Solid Platinum GIA 15.68ctw Oval Vivid Purple Star Sapphire & Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Vivid
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA No Heat Purple Violet Color Change Sapphire Trillion Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Change in Color Purple/Violet
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
1.41 Carat Unheated Lavender Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills proudly presents a captivating three stone platinum engagement ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA 5.16 Carat Sapphire Platinum Gold Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Spectacular all natural Sapphire fancy color three stone ring. This truly unique, One of a kind
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Ye...
18k Gold Platinum 2.34ctw GIA No Heat Purple Sapphire Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Old Cushion Brilliant Cut - Prong Set -Purple Color
Purple Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2.02 Carat Purple Star Sapphire & Diamond Ring, Excellent Color & Transparency
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD Video. This 3 stone ring is stunning. The superb natural purple / lavender
Diamond, White Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Large Oval Purple Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
platinum, 1965, it is currently ring size 5.75.
Platinum
7.06 Carat Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
platinum three-stone setting. 1 antique cushion cut color change violet to purple Sapphire, approx. total
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
1.60ct Unheated Purple Sapphire Cushion Platinum 3-Stone Ring AGL - Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An unheated 1.60 carat natural purple sapphire takes center stage in this elegant three stone
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
3.78 Carat GIA Emerald Cut Pinkish Purple Sapphire Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beverly Hills Jewelry Type: Three Stone Engagement Ring Metal: Platinum Center Stone: Natural sapphire
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Stone 1.52 cts in Platinum Ring w Dia / GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embark on a journey of discovery with a captivating Natural Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Ring
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA Oval Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Peter Suchy oval purplish pink Sapphire and oval diamond three stone engagement ring. This
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
$4,144Sale Price|60% Off
'Luscious Lilac', a 2.93 Carat, Three-Stone Pinkish Purple Spinel Ring
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Orloff of Denmark's: Luscious Lilac. This exquisite 950 Platinum Ring showcases a mesmerizing
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.09 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Three-stone sapphire and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified natural untreated oval
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.04 Carats Emerald Cut Purple Pink Sapphire Three-Stone Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A vibrant engagement ring, showcasing a GIA certified 2.04 carats emerald cut purple pink sapphire
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
4.95 Carats Oval Cut Natural Purple Pink Sapphire Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous engagement ring, showcasing a natural and vibrant 4.95 carats no heat purple pink
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
14.61 Carat Radiant Cut Purple Spinel and Diamond Ring
By David Gross Group
Located in New York, NY
14.61 carat radiant cut purple spinel with half moon diamonds .67 carats set in a platinum ring
White Diamond, Spinel, Platinum, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Platinum Rose Gold Purple Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Rose Gold 3.61cts Fancy Brown- Purple, SI1 clarity GIA, Diamond Ring. Set with 2 Tri
Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Pear Cut Purple Amethyst Pink Tourmaline Platinum Ring
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Trinity Radiance Ring features a captivating pear-cut amethyst as its centerpiece—rich in violet hues and
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Platinum
Color Change Sapphire Ring, 4.06ct Unheated 3 Stone Platinum Ring GIA Cerftified
Located in Tampa, FL
New platinum 950 ring set with a cushion-cut violet-blue changing to purple Ceylon sapphire, 8.96 x
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.23 Carat Purple-Pink Natural Sapphire Three-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
diamond melee on halo, gallery and shank 0.61 tw (134 stones) Platinum 3 stone ring Size 6.25
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2.72 Carat Natural Purple Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
An elegant ring with a 2.72 Carat, Natural Purple Sapphire and 0.24 Carats of Diamond Accents set
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Unheated Purple Spinel and White Diamond Baguette Three Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Handmade in platinum. Ring size 5.5.
White Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
Purple Spinel Cushion and White Diamond Baguette Three Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
baguettes. Handmade in platinum. Ring size 6.25.
White Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
Leon Mege GIA Certified Purple Garnet with Emeralds Platinum Three-Stone Ring
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
one-off, handmade ring. The center stone is a natural 4.53 carat Asscher cut purple garnet, GIA
Garnet, Platinum
Untreated Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Three rare and stunning purple sapphires glimmer with distinctive color in this eye-catching ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
New Platinum GIA 5.04ctw Pear No Heat Purple Sapphire & Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Top Quality No Heat Purple Sapphire w/ Diamond Sides Ring --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Purple Star Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamond baguettes. Handmade in platinum. Ring size 7.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
3.78 Carat Pinkish Purple Sapphire Emerald Cut Diamond Trapezoid Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxury Three-Stone Platinum 3.78-carat Emerald Cut Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring By
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Emerald, Platinum
1.20 Carat Natural Light Purple Spinel Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Platinum three-stone setting with side diamonds. 1 cushion natural very light purple Spinel, approx
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
GIA Pinkish Purple Oval Shape Sapphire Ring in Platinum & 18K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 5.09 ct. pinkish purple sapphire oval and pink sapphire side stone ovals. Handmade in 18k
Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum
Purple 3.23 Carat Sapphire 2 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A passionately beautiful purple sapphire engagement ring in an elegant 3 stone setting. Taking
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Neoclassical 4.95 CTW Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Zeus Intaglio Art Deco Ri
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 0.35 carat with J color and VS clarity Tested as platinum Circa: 1960s Ring Size: 6 & sizable
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Vivid Diamonds 3.34 Carat Fancy Pinkish Purple Diamond Ring
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Alluring engagement ring crafted in Platinum and 18 karat Rose Gold, showcasing a jaw dropping GIA
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
1.60 Carat Unheated Purple Sapphire Three Stone Platinum Ring - Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare, unheated 1.60 carat Purple Sapphire takes center stage in this elegant three stone platinum
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
2.56 Carat Purple Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
2.56 Carat Purple Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring. GIA certifed center
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Natural Purple Spinel Three-Stone Platinum Ring with Trapezoid Diamond Accents
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-cut platinum ring. This luxurious three-stone design features a vivid purple spinel as its centerpiece
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamo...
Purple-Pink Sapphire Three-Stone Platinum and Rose Gold Ring with Pear Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sensational 2.77 Carat Ceylon Purple-Pink Sapphire Three-Stone Platinum and Rose Gold Ring by
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple ...
GIA Color-Changing 1.71 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Platinum Three-Stone Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exclusive 1.71 Carat Color-Changing Ceylon Sapphire Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring by Merkaba
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Lavender Sapphire Three-Stone Platinum Diamond Ring - Perfect Luxury Gift
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Splendid 2.17 Carat Lavender Sapphire Three-Stone Diamond Platinum Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Blue ...
Diamond and Purple Jade Cabochon Three-Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
The elegant platinum presents the perfect backdrop for the sublime purple jade in this gorgeous
White Diamond, Jade, Platinum
3.32ct Bluish Violet Oval Sapphire & Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring – GIA
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This one-of-a-kind platinum ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills features a breathtaking 3.32-carat
Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Dia...
1.78 Carat Oval Purple Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring
By David Gross Group
Located in New York, NY
in a platinum ring
White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
6.44 Carat Purple Pink Unheated Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
By Shreve, Crump & Low
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum 3 stone ring consisting of 1 oval shaped purple pink sapphire weighing 6.44 carats
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
13.53 Carat Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Purple sapphire and diamond ring, centering on an emerald-cut natural purple sapphire weighing
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
Unique Rare Natural Fancy Purple-Pink Oval Cut Diamond Ring
By Zeit Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
platinum and diamond ring, featuring two chameleon pear shape diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
$5,920Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K white Gold, 5.16 carats Tanzanite & Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tanzanite Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Tanzanite is 5.16 carats. The Tanzanite is responsi...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Orloff of Denmark, 1.32 Carat Basalt Sapphire Diamond Ring set in 14K White Gold
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Unheated Bluish Green Basalt Sapphire Diamond Ring set in 14 Karat White Gold: In the realm of pure enchantment, behold the captivating beauty of a bluish-green basalt sapphire rin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 2.05 Carat No Heat Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Classic Oval Halo Ring. The ring is 14K White Gold. The center stone is an oval shaped 2.05 Carat Blue Sapphire. The Sapphire is certified by AGL, NO HEAT. The ring has 0.7...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$1,514 / item
H 0.6 in W 0.2 in L 0.2 in
14k White Gold 1.00 Carat Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings with Screw Backs
Located in New York, NY
Two gorgeous white diamonds sit in a prong setting on these sparkling stud earrings. Crafted in 14k white gold, these diamond stud earrings feature a high polish finish. These stunni...
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Signet Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring, Signet Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any o...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Diamond Stardust Unisex Band Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Diamond Stardust Unisex Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 0.057 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. April birthstone diamond brings...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VR Jewels 2.19 Carat Oval Yellow Sapphire Solitaire Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex yellow sapphire ring in 18k gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality. To enhance your look and convey your emot...
Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$14,560Sale Price|20% Off
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline Engagement Ring – Emerald Cut with Bullet Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline and Bullet Diamonds Platinum Engagement Ring. Luxury Three-Stone Ring – Emerald Cut Tourmaline – Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A Unique Platinum Engagem...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.52 Carat, Minor Oil (F1), Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 3.52 Carat Natural, Minor Oil (F1), Colombian Emerald and 1.83 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s gree...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Aquamarine and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine & Diamond Ring 18ct Rose Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Step into elegance with this stunning Edwardian up-finger ring, crafted from 18ct rose gold and platinum. ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ring 0.85ct Emerald solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø US7 / 3.7gr
Located in SE
Elegant vintage Emerald Ring, the carved band in solid 18ct Yellow Gold + bezel set natural emerald cut Emerald stone of deep /strong Green color 6 mm x 5 mm x 3.75 mm deep / ca. 0.8...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified Fancy Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring a very special center diamond Gia Certified as Natural 4.00 Ca...
Blue Diamond
1959 Nordic Ring Amethyst solid 18K Gold Ø 5.5 US / 4 gr
Located in SE
Vintage Ring featuring wide band with engraved ornament decorated with bezel set cabochon of natural Amethyst stone Ø 6.5 mm x 4 mm deep / ca. 1ct . Made in Sweden, 18K and maker's ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Tiffany and Co. Etoile Platinum Round Diamond Engagement Ring .30ct FVVS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany and Co. engagement ring from the Etoile collection finely crafted in platinum featuring a round brilliant cut diamond center weighing 0.30 cts. F color , VVS1 clarity set in ...
Diamond, Platinum
18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, 1920s 3 Stone Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s This stunning trilogy ring from the 1920s is a true vintage beauty. The ring is crafted in 18ct ye...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring Ruby Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Ø 5 US/ 4.4gr
Located in SE
A Ring with crown in White Gold or Platinum on solid 18K Yellow Gold band holding lab -made Red - Pink Ruby accented with 6 rose cut Diamonds. Hallmarked / tested 18K. European made...
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k 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.
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