Retro Black Engagement Rings
1970s American Modernist Retro Black Engagement Rings
Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
1970s American Art Deco Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal
1950s Unknown Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Retro Black Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Enamel
1990s American Contemporary Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1970s American Art Deco Retro Black Engagement Rings
Opal, White Gold
1990s French Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Contemporary Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1970s Unknown Art Deco Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Art Deco Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Black Opal, Platinum
1980s Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pink Sapphire
1990s Retro Black Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow G...
Late 20th Century Gothic Revival Retro Black Engagement Rings
Black Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
1950s Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1960s Retro Black Engagement Rings
Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1970s Retro Black Engagement Rings
Silver
Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Unknown Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Gold
1960s Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Jade, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Retro Black Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Late 20th Century Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Onyx, Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Black Engagement Rings
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Contemporary Retro Black Engagement Rings
Archival Pigment, Archival Paper, Archival Ink, Digital
1990s Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
1970s American Art Deco Retro Black Engagement Rings
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Art Deco Retro Black Engagement Rings
Opal, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Late 20th Century French Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Late 20th Century French Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Enamel
1980s Italian Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Swiss Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby
1990s British Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s British Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1980s British Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1990s British Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1980s American Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century British Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Rhodium
1970s American Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1960s American Modernist Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
1980s American Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
1960s American Modernist Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1960s American Modernist Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1950s American Modernist Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
1980s Japanese Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
1970s Australian Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
1960s Unknown Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
1950s British Modern Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
1980s Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
1970s American Modernist Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
1960s American Modernist Retro Black Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
1980s Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1950s American Retro Retro Black Engagement Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
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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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What black engagement rings mean depends on individual beliefs. Some people associate black rings with power. Others think that they symbolize courage and strength. However, others who choose black engagement rings may do so simply because they find them visually appealing and do not assign a deeper meaning to them. Explore a variety of black engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Black diamonds can make good engagement rings because they symbolize authority, power and passion. They also can be less expensive than clear diamonds.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Black diamond engagement rings are popular for many couples. An antique, new or vintage black diamond engagement ring is an edgy, dramatic choice. Just keep in mind that with diamonds, it's all about sparkle, and the darkness of a black stone obscures its fire and brilliance. If the inky opacity of a black diamond seems a bit extreme and you'd like a little light to shine through, consider a gray diamond, which can be cut for maximum brilliance. Brides with a taste for the cool and unusual might also consider salt-and-pepper diamonds, which have white and black inclusions that produce a silvery gray, speckled look. Find black diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether black diamond engagement rings are bad luck depends on a person's individual beliefs. In Italy, rubbing a black stone like a black diamond is considered good luck by some people. However, in India, black diamonds are a traditional symbol of bad luck. Find a variety of diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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