Retro Oval Rings
1980s Modernist Retro Oval Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century European Retro Oval Rings
Garnet, Silver
Mid-20th Century Dutch Contemporary Retro Oval Rings
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1990s American Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Retro Retro Oval Rings
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s French Retro Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum, G...
1990s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s French Modernist Retro Oval Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Modern Retro Oval Rings
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Retro Oval Rings
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Retro Oval Rings
Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold
1970s German Art Nouveau Retro Oval Rings
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Oval Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
1980s Italian Retro Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
1950s Retro Oval Rings
Opal, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Retro Oval Rings
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century Retro Oval Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Retro Oval Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
1970s American Retro Oval Rings
Coral, 14k Gold
1980s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s Retro Oval Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1960s American Retro Oval Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Unknown Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1980s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s Retro Oval Rings
Rubelite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Modern Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1970s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Platinum
1980s American Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1950s American Retro Oval Rings
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Retro Oval Rings
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
1950s Retro Oval Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Retro Oval Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Retro Oval Rings
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Retro Oval Rings
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Retro Oval Rings
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Modern Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Retro Oval Rings
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1980s Unknown Retro Retro Oval Rings
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1980s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
1970s Thai Contemporary Retro Oval Rings
Amethyst, Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Contemporary Retro Oval Rings
Jade, Yellow Gold
1990s Contemporary Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s American Retro Oval Rings
Coral, 14k Gold
1970s Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
1950s Retro Oval Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Palladium
Late 20th Century Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
1980s French Art Deco Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1950s American Contemporary Retro Oval Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.
- Are oval engagement rings a fad?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023No, oval engagement rings are not a fad. The term fad suggests that something suddenly gained popularity and will remain stylish for only a short period of time. Oval engagement rings don't fit this definition. The modern-day oval can be traced back to 1957 and has been used in engagement rings ever since. Even 14th-century artisans experimented with cutting diamonds into oval shapes. Based on this history, most experts agree that the oval engagement ring is more of a timeless classic than a passing fad. Shop a diverse assortment of oval engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Oval engagement rings are considered the most popular diamond shape in 2020. Round diamonds are a close second, followed by cushion cuts.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Generally, oval engagement rings are called oval-cut engagement rings. However, some rings may have additional modifiers depending on their designs. For example, an engagement ring with a single oval-cut gemstone is a solitaire, while one that features a center oval stone surrounded by a ring of smaller accent stones is a halo ring. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of oval-cut engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023To pair an oval engagement ring with a wedding band, first consider the shape. Both domed and flat bands can complement the shape of an oval-cut gemstone. You may also want to consider a contoured band that will hug the curves of the gem. Next, decide what type of metal will coordinate with the engagement ring. An easy choice is to have the two rings crafted out of the same metal, such as 18-karat yellow gold or platinum. Explore a large selection of wedding bands on 1stDibs.
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