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Cartier Vintage Solitaire Diamond Silverium 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This rare vintage ring, by designer Cartier, features a solitaire .40 carat round brilliant cut
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Hematite, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Verdura 18k Gold Jade Diamond Ring
By Verdura
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning and rare vintage ring created by Verdura in 1966. Tasteful combination of yellow gold
Category
Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald Diamond Flower Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald Diamond Flower Ring.
Very rare vintage ring
Category
20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sylvie Lambert Vintage 18 kt gold ring with 4 resin rings
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This is an extremely rare vintage ring set from renowned French jeweler and author of "The Ring
Category
Vintage 1970s French Rococo Fashion Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Emerald Ring Vintage 14K Pink Gold Green Chalcedony
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
easily be sized). This rare vintage ring weighs 12.6 grams and it is in great vintage condition.
Category
20th Century Cluster Rings
Materials
Chalcedony, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Green Peridot in Yellow Gold Ring with Orange Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
snake-like pattern. With its intricate detailing and rare vintage charm, this gemstone engagement ring
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Peridot, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
4.60tcw 18K Natural Sapphire & Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
shank of the ring. This is a rare vintage ring and it will be a family heirloom for generations to come
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Seaman Schepps 1950 New York Very Rare 18Kt Gold Wired Ring Carved in Amber
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Miami, FL
Rare vintage ring designed by Seaman Schepps.
A modernist piece from the late American art deco
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amber, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 8.24 Carat Diamond and Platinum Ring by Boucheron
By Boucheron
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
form the plain ring shank.
This stunning and rare vintage ring was crafted by the renowned maker
Category
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Rare Vintage Bulgari pink Tourmaline ring Circa 1980s
By Bvlgari
Located in Addlestone, GB
Vintage beautiful BULGARI Vintage Pink Tourmaline ring Circa 1980s
18ct yellow gold, set with an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Vintage Rare Enamel And Ruby Frog Ring In 18k
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vintage Rare Enamel And Ruby Frog Ring In 18k.
- Size 6.5.
Extremely rare to find, one of the
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Aesthetic Movement More Rings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
Rare and Gorgeous Vintage KJL Snake Crystal Ring, 60s
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Verviers, Région Wallonne
Rare and Gorgeous vintage KJL snake crystal ring. Made of crystal stones, green & black glass
Category
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Rare 18K Gold Vintage Ring with Antique Roman Coin
Located in Geneva, CH
Elevate your collection with this distinguished vintage signet ring, featuring a genuine Roman coin
Category
Vintage 1970s Signet Rings
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Rare Vintage Cameo Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Jewellery
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare Exclusive Vintage Cameo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold ✨
Step back into a bygone era with this
Category
20th Century European Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hancocks 2.01carat Rare Vintage Carre Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Description
An elegant step cut diamond ring by Hancocks, set to the centre with a beautiful
Category
2010s British Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari Nuvole Rare 950 Platinum Dome Ring with Bvlgari Ring Box
By Bvlgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage rare Bvlgari Bulgari Nuvole 950 Platinum Dome Ring.
A beautiful and heavy Bulgari platinum
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
Platinum
Nardi Venice Unusual Turban Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With Color Gemstones
By Nardi
Located in Miami, FL
A cocktail ring designed by Nardi.
Very rare vintage ring, created in Venice Italy by the iconic
Category
20th Century Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k ...
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire & Diamond Fleurette Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring.
A
Category
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A rare vintage Cartier 1970s classic “Double C” white coral ring.
By Cartier
Located in Malmö, SE
An extremely rare vintage 1970s classic “Double C” white coral ring by Cartier.
A stylish piece
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Signet Rings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
CARTIER 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Solitaire Ring Vintage 1970s European Rare
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Solitaire Ring Vintage Circa 1970s European Made
Here is your
Category
Vintage 1970s French Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
HILTON McCONNICO for DAUM Vintage Rare Pate de Verre Cactus Ring
By Daum
Located in Nice, FR
HILTON McCONNICO for DAUM vintage rare gold tone ring featuring a pate de verre cactus.
Embossed
Category
20th Century French Fashion Rings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Rare Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold 2.10ctw Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
Up for sale is this rare vintage Cartier diamond band ring crafted in France from solid 18k yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Vintage Cartier Pavé Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Dome Ring 49
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Pavé Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring.
This beautifully made ring by Cartier
Category
20th Century French Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Chopard Happy Diamonds Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
By Chopard
Located in Birmingham, GB
A Rare Chopard Happy Diamonds And Sapphire 18k White Gold Ring.
Inspired by drops of water
Category
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Vintage Bvlgari Alveare Parentesi 18k Yellow & White Gold Spring Snake Ring
By Bvlgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Bvlgari Alveare 18k White & Yellow Gold Spring Snake Ring.
A beautiful vintage
Category
20th Century Fashion Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Marquise Blue Sapphire And Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Cocktail Ring.
A stunning vintage ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with
Category
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond 18k Gold Fleurette Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring.
A
Category
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Fleurette Flower Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring.
A stunning
Category
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Sam Kramer Eye Ring
By Sam Kramer
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Artisan sterling ring attributed to NY Modernist Jeweler Sam Kramer. Although unsigned
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modernist More Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Vintage Chaumet Paris Pink Tourmaline 18k White Gold Ring & Chaumet Box
By Chaumet
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Chaumet Paris Pink Tourmaline 18K White Gold Ring
Stunning 1.20 Carat fine pink
Category
20th Century French Solitaire Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the iconic Vintage Alhambra collection features the
Category
Vintage 1970s French More Rings
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Piaget Aura Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
By Piaget
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Piaget Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18k White Gold Ring.
Stunning white gold PIAGET ring set
Category
1990s Swiss Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Vintage Balfour United States Marine Corps 10k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
This vintage Balfour United States Marine Corps 10k yellow gold military signet ring is a symbol of
Category
20th Century American Modern Signet Rings
Materials
10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
5.45tcw Rare Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald & Diamond Accent Vintage Styled Ring 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A vintage-styled, cabochon emerald and diamond accent ring. This treasure features a remarkable
Category
2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Chopard Happy Diamonds Pear Shape 18k Yellow Gold Ring with Box
By Chopard
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Chopard Happy Diamonds Pear Shape 18k Yellow Gold Ring.
Inspired by drops of water
Category
20th Century Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pink Tourmaline Pear Cut 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Green Pink Tourmaline Pear Cut 18k Yellow Gold Ring.
A stunning
Category
20th Century French Solitaire Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pavé Diamond 18k White Gold Band Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pavé Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring.
This beautifully made ring
Category
20th Century French Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Celeste Ribbon Bow 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ribbon 18k Yellow Gold Bow Celeste Ring.
A stunning ring
Category
20th Century French Cluster Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pavé Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pavé Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring.
This beautifully made ring
Category
20th Century French Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 2 Carat Emerald And Diamond Cocktail Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Ring.
A stunning and rare vintage VCA New York ring with a classic design typical of Van Cleef
Category
20th Century American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Heart Dome 18k Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Round Cut Diamond Heart Dome 18k Yellow Gold And Platinum Ring.
A
Category
20th Century French Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Rare Vintage Bvlgari Certica 18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Dome Ring with Box
By Bvlgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Bvlgari Certica 18k Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Dome Ring.
Beautiful domed blue topaz set in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dome Rings
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx & Diamond 18k Gold Oval Cabochon Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx And Diamond 18 Karat Gold Dome Ring.
A stunning vintage
Category
20th Century French Dome Rings
Materials
Onyx, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Diamond Flower 18k White Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
this a rare and older vintage piece.
Ring size UK I1/2 - US 4.5 - EU 48 - Resizing is possible. Please
Category
20th Century French Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Very Rare Vintage Bvlgari Alveare 18k Yellow Gold & Steel Spring Wide Band Ring
By Bvlgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Bvlgari Alveare 18 Karat Gold & Steel Spring Wide Band Ring.
A beautiful and
Category
20th Century Band Rings
Materials
Stainless Steel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal, Steel
Rare Vintage Cartier Nymphea Diamond VVS 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring with Box
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Nymphea Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring.
Stunning yellow gold ring set
Category
1990s French Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare purple sapphire ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rare purple sapphire cluster ring with natural champagne diamonds and a ruby, very intersting work
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring with Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Flower Ring.
A stunning vintage Van
Category
20th Century French Fashion Rings
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Green Chalcedony Pear Cut 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Green Chalcedony Agate Pear Cut 18k Yellow Gold Ring.
A stunning
Category
20th Century French Solitaire Rings
Materials
Agate, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Cartier Ruby Diamond Corize Oval Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Cartier Ruby & Diamond Corize 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring
Stunning yellow gold
Category
1990s French Dome Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jean Mahie Paris Rare Vintage Sculptural Ring in Textured 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Mahie
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Jean Mahie.
An incredible piece of wearable art, created in Paris France
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Materials
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Iolite Handcarved ring 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rare iolite ring in 14KT gold, completely hand carved and handmade.
Natural Iolite(s):
Color
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Rare Vintage Cartier Vivid Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet 18k White Gold Tank Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet 18 Karat White Gold Tank Ring.
Stunning white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Vintage Cartier C Diamond Tri Colour 18k Gold Cluster Ring with Box
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier C Diamond Tri Colour 18k Gold Ring.
Stunning tri colour/multi tone gold ring
Category
Vintage 1980s French Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage AGL 8.65CTW Unheated Color-Shift Ceylon Sapphire and Dia 18KWG Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Timeless Rare Vintage AGL 8.65CTW Unheated Color-Shift Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Category
Early 2000s Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Large Enameled Alligator Ring in 18 Karat Gold and Rubies, Rare, 1960s
Located in Honolulu, HI
Rare Vintage enamel large double Alligator ring from the 1960's. This gorgeous figural ring
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Open Heart Band Ring with Box
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Open Heart Ring.
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring with
Category
20th Century French Fashion Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Carat Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Blue Sapphire 18k Gold Dome Signet Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
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Very rare vintage VCA ring set with a large oval blue star sapphire measuring XXmm. Approx. 10 carats
Category
20th Century French Dome Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Ring.
A stunning ring
Category
20th Century French Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rare Vintage Deep Orange Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Tank Band Solo Ring 49
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Deep Yellow Orange Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Tank Ring.
Stunning yellow gold ring
Category
20th Century French Band Rings
Materials
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Rare Vintage Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact rare vintage ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 41 antique edition and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a rare vintage ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic rare vintage ring over the years, but those made by Bvlgari, Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A rare vintage ring can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 10 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bullet cut and cabochon versions for sale. Most of our rare vintage ring for sale are for women, but there are 26 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Rare Vintage Ring?
Prices for a rare vintage ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $295 and can go as high as $54,538, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,091.
Questions About Rare Vintage Ring
- What are vintage style rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage-style rings are rings that draw inspiration from jewelry created 20 or more years ago. For example, a vintage-style ring may feature two-tone metalwork and an oval setting, which were attributes of jewelry designed during the Retro period, or the ornate geometric details and step-cut diamonds that are associated with the Art Deco era. Find a large collection of rings on 1stDibs.
- What year is vintage for rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What year is vintage for rings varies over time. Generally, rings that are 20 to 80 years old are considered vintage. Rings made 100 years ago or more would be considered antiques. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage and antique rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- Why should I buy vintage rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023There are a few reasons why you might want to buy vintage rings. One is that most vintage rings were handmade, making them high-quality and one-of-a-kind pieces. Another is that many vintage rings have timeless looks that are visually appealing. Plus, some vintage rings are desirable to collectors, so their value may increase over time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- What were vintage rings made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Vintage rings were made from a variety of materials. Many artisans used sterling silver, platinum and gold alloys like 14-karat and 18-karat gold. Some pieces also featured gemstones like diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds as well as turquoise, jade and other materials like pearls and crystals. Shop a variety of vintage rings on 1stDibs.
- What are vintage rings called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What vintage rings are called varies. It's correct to simply call any ring that is 20 to 99 years old a vintage ring. However, some people may call them by other names. Rings from the 1940s may be referred to as War Year rings, while mid-century and retro are other terms for pieces from the 1950s and ’60s. You may also see vintage rings described by their styles. For example, a ring flaunting a single diamond or colored gemstone is a solitaire, while one showcasing a primary stone surrounded by a ring of smaller accent stones is a halo ring. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vintage engagement ring is generally defined as an engagement ring that is 20 to 80 years old. By definition, “antique” applies to anything that is 100 years or older. The most popular vintage styles for engagement rings are Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. Vintage engagement rings could feature traditional diamonds or colored gemstones. Find a wide variety of vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- What age is a vintage ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The age of a vintage ring is at least 20 years. If a ring is at least 100 years older, the piece is an antique. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To tell if a vintage ring is real, examine its details. Older pieces are usually handmade, so they’ll often lack perfect symmetry or feature minor flaws in the details. Does it show signs of wear and tear that normally wouldn’t appear on a new accessory? Stamps and/or markings inside the band may indicate the content of the metal as well as the manufacturer. You can consult online resources to see if the stylistic characteristics match jewelry from the era during which you believe the ring originated. Certified appraisers or seasoned professionals within the jewelry industry can also help you determine the age of a piece. If you wish to know if a vintage ring’s gemstone is real, consult an experienced gemologist. Shop a range of jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023A vintage-style engagement ring is a piece of bridal jewelry designed in the style of rings produced in the past. Many vintage-style engagement rings borrow elements from Victorian, Art Deco or Edwardian jewelry. Although the rings may closely resemble authentic antique or vintage rings, they are actually contemporary pieces produced in recent years. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, vintage engagement rings are popular among some people. Many find the details of rings produced during the last 20 to 99 years to be visually appealing. In fact, some contemporary jewelry makers even draw inspiration from vintage designs. Some people also prefer vintage rings because they inherit them from relatives or because they like the idea of wearing an engagement ring that has a history. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- How do vintage mood rings work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage mood rings work because of their unique stones. Rather than being set with a precious gemstone, mood rings feature thermoplastic liquid crystals layered under a protective coating that is sensitive to temperature changes. When your body temperature rises and falls, the shift causes the crystals to react and show off different colors. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023A vintage engagement ring is generally any engagement ring that dates back 20 to 80 years. Rings that are 100 or more years old are antiques. The design of a vintage engagement ring is influenced by each era's artistic visions, cultural movements and preferences in materials, gemstones and motifs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023You can buy vintage engagement rings from many sources. Local estate sales, auctions and secondhand shops can be good local sources. Another option is to shop for vintage pieces on trusted online platforms. You can find a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023You can find vintage engagement rings in many places. If you want to shop in person, check out second-hand stores, auction houses and estate sales. Browsing the collections of trusted online platforms can also allow you to quickly discover many vintage pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether halo engagement rings are vintage depends on their age. Any ring made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage, while older pieces are antiques. Halo engagement rings emerged during the Art Deco period and have remained popular since. As a result, you can find many antique and vintage examples, as well as contemporary rings that show off a central gemstone surrounded by a halo of accent stones. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of halo engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and classic engagement rings has to do with taste and time. Vintage engagement rings date back 20 to 80 years and occupy the sweet spot between historic and modern. Whether or not an engagement ring is "classic" may pertain solely to the style of the ring. The solitaire setting is considered a classic setting for engagement rings. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond's sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). In the late 1800s, Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, and the house's Solitaire 1895 engagement ring is considered a classic engagement ring. Find antique and vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024There are several reasons why people buy vintage engagement rings. Some prefer the way jewelry looked in decades past and select vintage pieces that fit their tastes. Others choose vintage engagement rings to get a unique, one-of-a-kind piece or like the idea of their jewelry having a long history. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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