$1,272Sale Price / item|20% Off
Rainbow Sapphire & Diamond Stackable Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Stackable Half Eternity Band Ring feature 9 round cut multi sapphire totaling 0.5 carats, set in solid 18K white gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,456Sale Price|25% Off
Elegant Marquise-Cut Light Pink Diamond Stacking Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Discover effortless sophistication with this exquisite marquise-cut light pink diamond ring. Beautifully set in warm, lustrous 18-karat rose gold, this delicate piece highlights a st...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.50ctw Pave Diamond Wedding Band 18k White Gold Size 6.5 Ring Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.50ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - I Clarity - VS2 Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 3.4 Grams Stamps: 750 Face Height...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 0.80ctw Channel Princess Diamond Eternity Stack Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
A stunning eternity band that would make a perfect wedding band or would look just as beautiful alone or stacked next to other rings of your choice! Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (39) Natu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pavé Diamond Dome Open Tapered Band Stacking Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
More about this particular ring in the pictures: 30 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds: Total 0.133ct 18k White Gold Gold Weight: 1.9g Please note that the number of diamonds on the ring ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
$1,576Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Baguette Ruby & Diamond Stackable Half Eternity Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant half-eternity ring features 5 baguette cut rubies totaling 0.87 carats, set in rich 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pavé Diamond Dome Open Tapered Band Stacking Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
More about this particular ring in the pictures: 30 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds: Total 0.133ct 18k Yellow Gold Gold Weight: 2.1g Please note that the number of diamonds on the ring...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Modern bar stacking ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Simple minimalist yellow gold ring made in 18KT. Size 6 can be re-sized. It looks modern on finger and very stylish! Certificate of authenticity comes with purchase! ABOUT US We a...
Gold, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 0.4 Carats Tsavorite 18K Gold 3 Pieces Stacking Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Three separate, interestingly sculpted spiral ornamented rings create a geometric pattern of brilliant electric green with an arraignment of 3 mm round faceted tsavorite garnets in ...
Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Multi-Color Baguette Gemstone 14K (18K Custom) Gold Stacked Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking fusion of vibrant colors and luxurious craftsmanship, this 14K (18K custom) gold band ring is designed to captivate.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stackable 3.43 Carat Pear Multi Sapphire Band Ring in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stackable 3.43 Carat Pear Multi Sapphire Band Ring in 18k gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dainty 1.4 MM Natural Emerald Stackable Band Ring 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Natural Emerald Stackable Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dainty Natural Ruby Everyday Stacking Band Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Natural Ruby Everyday Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcrafted Pave Set Ruby Stacking Band Ring in 18k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Pave Set Ruby Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond and White Gold Stackable Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A simple ring using White Diamond baguettes set in 18K White Gold, can be worn as a single ring or as ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2ctw 5 Stone Diamond Wedding Band Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, Ring, Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
This 18K yellow gold stackable diamond wedding band ring features five shimmering gemstones for a truly radiant look.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Diamond Floral Wide Wedding Stackable Band 18K White Two Tone Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A magnificent Art Deco inspired wide eternity band in two tone gold with round diamonds creating a floral filigree cut out design. Set with 128 round cut diamonds all the way around ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,552Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stackable Mixed Cut 1.08Ct Diamond Anniversary Ring 18K Gold All Tariffs Paid
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond engagement ring, available in solid 18K gold, is crafted with unmatched precision and p...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Half Stackable Engagement Band Ring in Solid 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Diamond Half Stackable Engagement Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.33 carats and diamond of 0.11 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Minimalist Natural Pear and Round Cut Diamond 18K Fine White Gold Stackable Ring
Located in Diera, AE
Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Color: H-I Ring Size: US 7 All Ring Sizes Available Key Features Natural Round & Pear Style Diamond Design Crafted in Solid 18K White Gold Elegant Sta...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Floral Wide Wedding Band Stackable Ring in 18K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A magnificent Art Deco inspired wide eternity band in two tone gold with round diamonds creating a floral filigree cut out design. Set with 128 round cut diamonds all the way around ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,886Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.36cts Diamond Full Eternity Stackable Octagon Cut Band Ring in 18k Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, this exquisite ring is handset with 2.36 carat of sparkling diamonds. Diamond is a April birthstone and is believed to boost confidence and enhance creativit...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Stackable Band Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Modern diamond yellow sapphire stackable ring in 18k gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your learning and spiritual healing.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary Style 1.82 CTW Diamond & Sapphire Stackable Ring in 18k White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Contemporary Style 1.82 CTW Diamond & Sapphire Stackable Ring in 18k White Gold Discover sophistication in the form of our 18 Karat Gold 1.82 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Eternity...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,128Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stackable Natural Heart Ruby Band Ring for Girlfriend in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stackable Natural Heart Ruby Band Ring for Girlfriend in 18K Yellow Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.87 carats.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dainty Round Blue Sapphire Eternity Stackable Band Ring 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Round Blue Sapphire Eternity Stackable Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 1.8 carats.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Shaped Stackable Ring with 0.32 Carat Round Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold stackable ring with diamonds weighing 0.32 carat total.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Shaped Stackable Ring with 0.32 Carat Round Diamonds in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K rose gold stackable ring with diamonds weighing 0.32 carat total.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Round Shaped Stackable Ring with 0.32 Carat Round Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K white gold stackable ring with diamonds weighing 0.32 carat total.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.40ctw Round Brilliant Cut Sapphire Brushed Stack Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Lively Bright Brilliant Blue Color Total Carat Weight: 1.20-1.40 (approx.) Material: Solid 18K Yello...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stackable 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Half Eternity Band Ring Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stackable Emerald Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,165Sale Price / item|50% Off
18k Solid White Gold Moissanite Engagement Stackable Band Ring Gift for Mom
Located in New York, NY
Moissanite Engagement Stackable Band Ring in 18k solid white gold. You shall need these half eternity band ring to make a statement with your look.
Other, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.81 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Stackable Band Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, this exquisite ring is handset with 6.81 carats of sparkling diamonds. Diamond is a April birthstone and is believed to boost confidence and enhance creativi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Nathalie Jean Diamond Ruby Tourmaline Pearl 18k Gold Micro Triple Stack Ring
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Micro Three Stack Rings from the Microcosmos Series are devised as a game, a construction or a sophisticated aerial mobile. Shapes atta...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Emerald Stacking Ring in 18K Rose Gold With Thin Ribbed Band
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
18K rose gold Emerald and Diamond ring. Set with natural gemstones and glistening 18k solid gold.
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern Stackable 5.34 Carat Emerald & Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Modern Stackable 5.34 Carat Emerald & Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold This impressive eternity-style band features a vibrant, parakeet green emerald-cut emerald vertically se...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Round Textured Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Stacking Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your style with our Round Textured Diamond 14K Gold Stacking Ring, a perfect blend of elegance and modern minimalism.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
Sparkling Diamond Ruby Stackable Engagement Band Ring in 18k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Diamond Ruby Stackable Engagement Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.36 carats and diamond of 0.85 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 2ctw French Cut Channel Set Diamond Stack Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - French Cut - Channel Set - H/I Color - VS2/SI1 Clarity - 2.0ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 2ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian English 18k Yellow Gold Red Stone & Diamond Stack Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (3) Natural Genuine Ruby or Spinel - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Deep Red Color - 2.6mm and 3.5mm (approx.) - (4) Natural Genuine Diamond - Rose Cut - Pave Set - Ni...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$936Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist Blue Sapphire Stackable Eternity Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist Blue Sapphire Stackable Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 1.03 carats.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,112Sale Price / item|20% Off
7.3 CT Garnet Gemstone Stacking Eternity Band Ring 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
7.3 CT Garnet Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents love w...
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stackable Eternity 2.27ct Iolite Gemstone Band Ring in 18k White Gold Settings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Round Cut Iolite Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents lov...
Iolite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Uncut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Ring Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Uncut Diamond Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Channel Set Diamond Pavé Eternity Band Wedding Stacking Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This stunning 18K white gold channel set diamond pave eternity band wedding stacking ring is the perfect combination of glamour and sophistication.
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,260Sale Price / item|20% Off
Baguette Cut Blue Sapphire Stacking Band Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Baguette Cut Sapphire Stacking Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,908Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Solid Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Stackable Engagement Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Ruby and Diamond Stackable Engagement Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$516Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist Diamond and Emerald Pave Band Stackable Ring 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist Diamond and Emerald Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,865 / item
Triple Stacked 22 Karat Gold Ring
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Triple Stacked 22K Yellow Gold Ring by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by an Ancient Cypriot Design. Our lavish and substantial "Luxus" triple ring is a statement of luxury, and is modeled...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Alternating Pear Fancy Yellow Diamond Eternity Wedding Stack Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This breathtaking new eternity band ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features 24 stunning fancy light to fancy yellow color diamond stones which are neatly prong set enti...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
1.4 cts Emerald 18K Rose Gold Asymmetric Cosmic Design Stackable Cocktail Ring
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
1.4 cts Emerald 18K Rose Gold Asymmetric Cosmic Design Stackable Cocktail Ring.
Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Genuine Sapphire Stackable Half Eternity Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Sapphire Stackable Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$601Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Eternity Ring Natural Ruby Full Eternity Band Ring Stacking Everyday Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This gorgeous Ruby eternity ring is one of our best selling rings. These eternity band is perfect for anniversary rings or engagement rings. This dazzling ring features endless row o...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$604Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Eternity Ring Natural Emerald Full Eternity Band Ring Stacking Everyday Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This gorgeous emerald eternity ring is one of our best selling rings. These eternity band is perfect for anniversary rings or engagement rings. This dazzling ring features endless ro...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant Stackable Blue Sapphire Gemstone Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents love which will...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Nathalie Jean Diamond Ruby Tourmaline Pearl 18k Gold Cosmos Triple Stack Ring
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Cosmos Three Stack Rings from the Microcosmos Series are devised as a game, a construction or a sophisticated aerial mobile. Shapes att...
Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k G...
Asymmetrical Citrine and Amethyst Stacking Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Asymmetrical Citrine and Amethyst Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Amethyst, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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.
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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