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Victorian secret bloodstone locket ring in 18k gold, antique French poison ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian bloodstone locket signet ring in 18 karat gold. Locket ring set with an oval bloodstone
Category

Antique 1880s French Late Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Jasper, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Carre Cut Ruby White Diamond Yellow Gold "Poison" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1935 Nordic Poison Ring Garnet solid 18K Gold Ø7.25 US /4.8gr
Located in SE
Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with crown being a hidden compartment 13 mm x 11 mm x 5.5 mm
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Hematite, 18k Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Style Poison Locket Ring in 9k Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This exquisite ring is crafted from 9k yellow gold. Featuring a natural blue sapphire and round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

1838 Antique Poison Ring Garnet solid 18K Gold Ø 2.75 US / 0.95gr
Located in SE
Old Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with a hinged compartment on the crown. Hand- engraved
Category

Antique 1830s Swedish Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold

Temple St Clair Poison Ring In 18Kt Gold With 11.10 Ctw Diamonds And Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail poison ring designed by Temple St. Claire. Gorgeous and rare ring created by the jewelry
Category

1990s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1946 Poison Ring natural 1ct Green Sapphire Garnets solid 18K Gold Ø US6.5 / 5gr
Located in SE
Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Flower crown decorated with natural Green Sapphire 6.5 mm
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold

Apatite Tsavorite Ring Swimming pool Color and Poison Green 18 kt Made in Italy
Located in Viena, Viena
pool blue, perfectly set in 750 rose gold, ring shoulders set with poison green tsavoriths total approx
Category

2010s German Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tsavorite, Apatite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald Brilliant Ring Tiger's Eye Poison Green Emerald Navettes in Dome Head
Located in Viena, Viena
, rubbed into the domed ring head and surrounded by full-cut pavee Brilliants total approx. 0.58 ct, TW-W
Category

2010s European Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Wendy Brandes "Poison Ring" 18K Gold and Diamond Locket Cufflinks
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
. Tradition has it that she was a notorious poisoner and kept her vices inside locket-style rings. Wendy
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Poison Ring Grande Full Pavé Rose Gold
Located in Park City, UT
Description Poison Pave Ring with 19mm Diamonds set in 14k Rose or Yellow Gold Details 14k Rose
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Antique Poison Locked Ring in 10 Karat
Located in Houston, TX
Antique poison locked ring in 10k, solid rose and yellow gold. It’s Swivel (Movable), both sides
Category

Antique Early 18th Century British Victorian More Rings

Materials

Agate, 10k Gold

Sharon Khazzam 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Diamond Shimmee Poison Ring
By Sharon Khazzam
Located in Great Neck, NY
Poison Shimmee® Ring A cushion-shaped ring, sculpted from eighteen-karat yellow gold to emulate a
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 8ct Gold Baltic Amber Poison Ring Art Deco c1920 333 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
GOLD ART DECO AMBER BULLET STATEMENT RING DETAILS Material: 8ct 333/000 Thick Yellow Gold This ring
Category

20th Century German Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Amber, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Yellow Gold Signet Poison Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 14k Yellow Gold Signet Ring with hinged top Poison compartment. The top of the ring
Category

Vintage 1910s American Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Antique 22k Gold & Diamond Poison Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
Circa late 1800's, this 22k gold ring from the Far East is quite unique! Adorned throughout with
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Asian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

9 Karat Gold and Garnet Poison Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s 9K Yellow Gold Poison Ring, centrally set with a Fine color Cabochon Garnet measuring
Category

Vintage 1980s British More Rings

Materials

Garnet, 10k Gold

Late 18th Century Italian Gold Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring engraved on the front with a noble coat of arms which we have managed to trace back to the
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold

Sterling Silver 18K Gold Rhodocrosite Poison Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling Silver 18K Gold Rhodocrosite Poison Ring Measurements: Size 8 1/2. 13/16 inches wide
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Rhodocrosite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Codognato Enamel Diamonds Gold Skull Poison Ring
By Attilio Codognato
Located in Firenze, IT
Renaissance style Memento Mori skull ring made with champleve multi colored enamels.With a secret
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 18th Century Enamel Gold Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring composed of a plant design decorated with white, blue and black enamel with a flap compartment
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Very Rare Victorian Gold, Enamel & Emerald Poison Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly unusual Victorian era "poison" ring. Composed of 18 karat yellow gold, enamel & green
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Marcus & Co. Egyptian Revival Emerald Gold Poison Ring
By Marcus & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An antique Egyptian Revival poison ring, surmounted by a faceted lozenge-shaped emerald and flanked
Category

Antique 1890s American Egyptian Revival More Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

1.0 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Poison Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
yellow Gold. This is a poison ring inspired by Renaissance Style. Size ITA: 15 Size USA: 7 1/4 We're a
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

A Georgian Sapphire Diamond Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
small secret compartment, to a foliate trifurcated shoulders, mounted in silver and gold. Circa 1800
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Sapphire & Pearl Poison Pill Box Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow gold poison/pill box ring adorned with four (4) 3mm blue sapphires and three (3
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wendy Brandes 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Locket "Poison" Ring
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
poison inside the secret compartments in her rings. Wendy's version of Borgia's signature "poison ring
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Foil Back Amethyst Poison Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
, this unusual ring is made of 14kt yellow gold and has a cabochon amethyst set in the center. The stone
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Monogram Signet Poison Hidden Compartment Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a signet style ring with an oval face engraved with script initials 'M S Y' Face is
Category

Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 18th Century Enamel Gold Poison Ring Circa 1790's
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring composed of a plant design decorated with white, blue and black enamel with a flap compartment
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Stephen Webster Poison Ivy Threesome Quartz Diamond Gold Ring
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
! The ring is made of 18K yellow gold and features shanks and an ornately designed bezel set with ~.58ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Quartz, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Carre Cut Ruby White Diamond Yellow Gold "Poison" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Carre Cut Ruby White Diamond Yellow Gold "Poison" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Carre Cut Ruby White Diamond Yellow Gold "Poison" Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Poison Swivel Scarab Motif Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco Egyptian Revival poison swivel ring in the form of a scarab, in 18k gold. France
Category

Vintage 1920s French Egyptian Revival More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Stephen Webster Poison Ivy 18 Karat Gold Full Diamond Pave Openwork Cocktail
By Stephen Webster
Located in Southampton, PA
With an eye-catching design inspired by the intriguing beauty of poison ivy, this fabulous ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique Gold Poison Bishop Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Snuff, Poison, locket Ring. Open the locket you find the miniature
Category

Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Yellow Gold Signet Poison Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 14k Yellow Gold Signet Ring with hinged top Poison compartment. The top of the ring
Category

Vintage 1910s American Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Fourteen Karat 14K Yellow Gold Poison Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Crafted of fourteen karat 14K yellow gold this unique tear drop shaped poison ring has a hidden
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Victorian Blue Sapphire Poison Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Victorian Blue Cabochon Sapphire poison ring set in 14K Gold. Hallmarked on the underside
Category

Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Dome Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Poison Ring Locket Ring Lapis Lazuli 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
The magnificent locket or poison ring is an antique gem. It features an absolutely gorgeous
Category

20th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Etruscan Revival Diamond Poison Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A brilliant and unique Etruscan Revival poison ring from the Victorian era. Made of 18 karat yellow
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Gold and Onyx Snuff or Poison Ring
Located in US
Victorian Gold and Onyx Snuff or Poison Ring Purity of gold is unknown
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

14 Karat Gold Antique Poison Locket Scrolled Engraving Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 14K Gold Locket or poison Ring with a lovely scroll design at the top of the locket (ring
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco More Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

HM London 1863 18K Poison Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a classic original poison ring, yes you read that right! Poison rings have a long and murky
Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Moonstone Poison Ring with Spectacular Twist
Located in Southbury, CT
possesses a secret. Or, rather, a secret ability. For it is a poison ring. Sometimes called by the less
Category

Vintage 1960s American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Saint Petersburg Enamel Poison Tank Ring
Located in Orimattila, FI
14 Karat Yellow Gold Saint Petersburg Enamel Poison Tank Ring 56 Russian Gold Stamp Rare Poison
Category

Antique 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georgian Poison Ring in Gold with Onyx is Cunningly Beautiful
Located in Southbury, CT
This Georgian-era poison ring from the early 19th century is as cunning as it is beautiful. The
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique Poison Ring solid 18K Gold Ø 8US / 2 gr
Located in SE
Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with hidden folding compartment on the crown.. Both hinged
Category

Antique 1820s Swedish Empire Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Late 18th Century Enamel Gold Poison Ring Circa 1790's
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring composed of a plant design decorated with white, blue and black enamel with a flap compartment
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

19th century 18 karat yellow gold and enamel memorial "Poison" ring
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
(poison ring) 18k gold, engraved and enamel decoration, hidden compartment with hinges still containing a
Category

Antique 1840s Swedish Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold, Emerald and Enamel Snuff, Poison, Locket Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold, Emerald and Enamel Snuff, Poison, locket Ring. Extremely rare
Category

Antique 19th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Georgian Poison Ring Casket Aquamarine and Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Silver, 1850
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An intriguing, authentic antique late Georgian poison ring, also known as a casket ring. First seen
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Late 18th Century Cabochon Garnet And Pearl Poison Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
small secret compartment, to a foliate trifurcated shoulders, mounted in gold. The two-part ring face
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Garnet, Rose Gold

Antique Blue Sapphire and Multi-Diamond Poison Ring in 12 Karat Gold and Silver
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
poison ring, a true testament to craftsmanship and mystery. At its heart lies a bold dome-shaped design
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Brown Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver...

1.00 Carat Carre Cut Ruby 0.35 Carat White Diamond Yellow Gold Poison Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White Diamonds. This Ring has
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

1841 Antique Poison Ring Garnet solid 18K Gold Ø 6.75 US / 1.4 gr
Located in SE
Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with a hinged compartment on the crown. Hand- engraved
Category

Antique 1840s Swedish Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold

1851 Antique Poison Ring Enamel solid 18K Gold Ø 7.25 US / 2.65 gr
Located in SE
Poison Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Blue enameled ornament on the face. Hollow band
Category

Antique 1850s Swedish Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Enamel

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Poison Ring Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of poison ring gold you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of poison ring gold among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of poison ring gold from William Llewellyn Griffiths, Stephen Webster and Luigi Ferrara — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of poison ring gold of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 13, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also emerald cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of poison ring gold, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Poison Ring Gold?

On average, a piece of poison ring gold at 1stDibs sells for $4,334, while they’re typically $159 on the low end and $42,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.

Questions About Poison Ring Gold
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A poison ring features a small container built into the ring and concealed behind a hinged lid. It was rumored to be used to hold toxic substances to kill enemies, but could also be used to hold relics or a small amount of perfume, a lock of hair or other small treasures. On 1stDibs, find a selection of poison rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Poison rings, also known as pillbox rings, grew in popularity in Europe during the 16th century. There is no known date for the introduction of the poison ring. However, it originated in the Far East and India. Today, the poison ring carries small amounts of liquids. Shop a range of antique poison rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, wedding rings can be gold. Your options also aren't limited to the traditional warm-glowing yellow, as many makers offer wedding rings in white gold and rose gold as well. Most wedding rings feature 14-karat or 18-karat gold rather than pure 24-karat gold because alloys are stronger and more resistant to breakage and scratching. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of gold wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Engagement rings can be gold. However, because gold is a softer metal than other metals, such as platinum, making it less popular.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, not all Cartier rings are gold. Although the luxury jewelry maker produces many white, rose and yellow gold pieces, some rings are platinum. The French jewelry house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The gold signet ring is traditionally a symbol of heritage. It is often handed down through the generations of a family. It is also known as the “gentleman's ring” or “seal rings.” The name comes from the Latin 'Signum' which means “sign.” On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage gold signet rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    No, most gold wedding rings aren't pure gold. Pure or 24-karat gold is a malleable material and generally isn't a good choice for making jewelry intended to be worn every day. As a result, most wedding rings are made of a gold alloy, such as 18-karat or 14-karat gold. Find a large selection of gold wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best gold ring to buy is really a matter of preference. Shop from a selection of antique, vintage and contemporary gold rings of 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, gold wedding rings are not out of style. While the circle shape has always symbolized an unending pledge of love to one's partner, preferred materials in the production of wedding bands have changed over time. Metals such as iron in early Rome replaced the wedding rings of bone and ivory that came before them. These days, white gold and yellow gold are still among the most popular metals for engagement rings and wedding rings. Find antique and vintage wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Swarovski rings are made from palladium and gold-plated metals, rather than 18 carat gold. As a result they are more suited to handling wear and tear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether or not gold engagement rings are outdated is a matter of opinion. Yellow gold has been used to produce rings for centuries. However, white gold and rose gold can be appealing for those who want something different for an engagement ring. Because you'll likely wear your engagement ring for years to come, it's a good idea to choose pieces that appeal to you rather than following trends that change from season to season. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    How much a gold ring weighs varies. Generally, most gold rings weigh 3.5 to 5.3 grams. The diameter measurement and thickness of the ring will largely determine how much it weighs. Gemstones and other embellishments will increase the weight. Find a diverse assortment of gold rings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Whether a Cartier ring is real gold depends on the piece. Cartier only uses genuine 18-karat white gold, yellow gold and rose gold for rings labeled as "gold rings." However, Cartier also offers rings crafted out of materials like platinum, so not all pieces produced by the French luxury jewelry maker are gold. Shop a large selection of Cartier rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A gold lion ring can be a symbol of strength and leadership as well as a piece meant to bring protection to the wearer. Wearing it on the right hand can accentuate the meaning of the leadership qualities, while wearing it on the left hand emphasizes its protection qualities. Shop a range of authentic gold lion rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Yes, engagement rings can be rose gold. In fact, many people love the warm pinkish glow of the precious metal and choose it for their engagement rings. In addition, rose gold doesn't tarnish and is highly resistant to scratches. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of rose gold engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, white gold can be used in wedding rings. In fact, the precious metal offers distinctive benefits because it doesn't tarnish and resists corrosion. The metal is also relatively malleable, allowing it to be adorned with intricate details and engravings. Shop a range of white gold wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Since 24k gold is too soft, jewelry made with this kind of gold tends to bend easily. It is preferable to use 10k, 14k or 18k gold for rings. Find a collection of vintage and antique gold rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Gold nugget rings became popular during the time of the California gold rush during the mid 19th century. At the time, people associated the rings with wealth, power and good fortune. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of gold nugget rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a Cartier ring is not usually solid gold. Typically, the French luxury jewelry maker uses 18-karat gold to craft jewelry. An 18-karat gold ring is 75 percent gold and 25 percent metal alloy. Shop a collection of Cartier rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Your silver ring is likely turning gold due to a chemical process known as tarnishing. It occurs when sulfuric compounds and other substances in the air react with silver, causing it to change color. You can reduce the risk of tarnishing by following the storage, cleaning and care instructions provided by the jewelry maker. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of silver rings.