Vintage Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Cluster 18 Carat Gold Engagement Ring, 1974
Located in London, GB
An 18 carat yellow gold band adorned with delicate fleur de lis on the shoulders completes the lovely piece. England, 1974. UK finger size 'I 1/2'.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Suzanne Belperron 4.86 carat diamond ring, French, 1970-1974.
By Suzanne Belperron
Located in London, GB
This ring was manufactured by Darde Compagnie, a Parisian manufacturer Belperron worked with throughout her career.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold, Amethyst and Pearl Ring by Evert Lindberg Made 1974
Located in Stockholm, SE
This ring is crafted in 18 karat gold and was made in 1974.
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold and Chrysoprase Ring by Rey Urban made 1974
By Rey Urban
Located in Stockholm, SE
This vintage ring is crafted in 18 karat white gold and set with a long, oval chrysoprase in a vivid green tone. The stone has a smooth, luminous surface and a rich, even colour that...
Chrysophrase, White Gold
Silver “Ladybird” Ring by Liisa Vitali for Nestor Westerback, Finland, 1974
By Liisa Vitali
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful silver “Ladybird” ring by Liisa Vitali, with an airy sphere perforated with holes. Lovely playful design.
Silver
Vintage 9ct Gold, Oval Shaped Eagle Intaglio Signet Ring, Hallmarked London 1974
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring 9ct Gold Hallmarked London 1974 Makers Mark S H S Discover a striking vintage signet ring, crafted from luxurious 9ct yellow gold.
Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cocktail Ring by Slade & Wolfe, 1974
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The setting is ornamented with five graduating antique (circa 1900) diamonds, in a combination of Old European round cut and transitional modern brilliant round cut, totaling 0.40Ct....
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
PEKKA PIEKÄINEN Finland Interrogative Symbol Sculptural Ring 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
This geometric cocktail ring was created in the city of Turku in Finlandia by the jewelry designer Pekka Piekäinen, back in 1974.
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The stones are set in simple claw settings and sit quite flush within the ornate band. Hallmarked London 1974. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 Band Width: 6mm Height Off Finger: 4mm Weight: 4g
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Fully hallmarked London 1974. Ring Size: O 1/2 or 7 1/2 Cluster Diameter: 12mm Weight: 3.6g
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Moonstone and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The 9ct gold ring is smooth, simple and chunky. Hallmarked London 1974.
Moonstone, Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Hallmarked Birmingham 1974. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Stone Dimensions: 10x8mm Height Off Finger: 7mm Weight: 2.1g
Citrine, Gold
Post Medieval posy ring, ‘NOT VALEW BVT VERT’, circa 16th century.
Located in London, GB
Lettering and inscriptions can be used to narrow the dating of a ring with Oman (1974: 41) noting that inscriptions in Roman capitals were commonly inscribed on posy rings from the m...
Post Medieval posy ring, 'BE x TRV x TIL x DEATHE x AND x SO // SHAL x I'.
Located in London, GB
Lettering and inscriptions can be used to narrow the dating of a ring with Oman (1974: 41) noting that inscriptions in Roman capitals were commonly inscribed on posy rings from the m...
Vintage 'Hallmarked 1974' 18ct White Gold Emerald & Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW
The inner shank bears the hallmark "London 18ct, 1974) Ring Size - 'O & Half' - but can be easily re-sized.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 19780s Chunky Citrine Solitaire Ring 9 Karat Gold Hallmark Dated 1974
Located in Preston, Lancashire
It is mood-lifting and can help with depression. - Ring size: UK/AU size M/N US size 6 3/4 France size 53 1/2 - Weight: 2.9 grams - Date: Birmingham 1974 - Gemstone: Round cut cit...
Citrine, 9k Gold, Gold
Vintage Finnish 1.80 Carat Pink Oval Gemstone Tourmaline Bezel Rose Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1974 This ring is notable for its clear and well-preserved Finnish hallmarks, confirming both its origin and date: “AGA” maker’s mark for Kultamylly, a Finnish jewelry manufact...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rare Ring in Gold by Klaus Neubauer, 1974
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very rare ring by the German goldsmith Klaus Neubauer. Designed in 1974 in 18-karat 750 yellow gold with diamonds and emerald cabochons.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Silver Ring with Middle Tigereye Stone by Arvo Saarela, Sweden, 1974
Located in Stockholm, SE
Charming silver ring with a round tigereye stone embraced by "silver claws" designed by silversmith Arvo Saarela in 1974, Enköping, Sweden.
Stone, Silver
Barbara Anton, A South Sea Pearl and Peridot RIng 1974
By Barbara B. Anton
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Dramatic 18k south sea pearl and peridot ring by Barbara Anton. The 2" x 1" 18k yellow gold free form mount with a 15mm x 13mm white south sea pearl flanked by two bright green ova...
Cultured Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold
“Sagitta” Ring by Björn Weckström, Lapponia, 1974
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool “Sagitta” ring by Björn Weckström, made from silver in an organic, space inspired design. The structured surface reflects the light in different ways, creating an enigmatic effect.
Silver
Silver “Gardenia” Ring by Liisa Vitali, Finland, 1974
By Liisa Vitali
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful “Gardenia” ring by Liisa Vitali, made from silver. Adorned with a stack of petal-like discs, delicately made.
Silver
Silver and Agate Ring from Kaunis Koru, Finland, 1974
By Kaunis Koru
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing, oversized silver ring from Kaunis Koru, with a large grey agate stone. Imposing yet clean design with crisp silver elegantly framing the oval stone. Weighty feel.
Agate, Silver
Vintage Modernist Silver Pinky Ring by Rey Urban, Sweden, 1974
By Rey Urban
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking silver ring by Rey Urban in an asymmetric, architectonic design. Looks great worn on the pinky finger, combine it with other rings for a cool look.
Silver
18 Karat Rose Gold Carnelian Diamond Ring by Paul Binder, 1974
By Paul Binder
Located in Zurich, CH
Stylish 18 karat rose gold, carnelian and diamond ring by Swiss jeweler Paul Binder, 1974. Wide dome ring crafted in 18 karat rose gold and set with a honey coloured carnelian caboch...
Carnelian, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring, circa 1974
Located in London, GB
Beautifully balanced with a 0.40 carat diamond at its centre and a 0.30 carat diamond to either side, this c.1974 three stone diamond engagement ring is set in a timeless combination...
Diamond, 18k Gold
1974 Kaunis Koru 14K Gold Smoky Quartz High Dome Cabochon Finnish Modernist Ring
By Kaunis Koru
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Ring size is 7.25 to 7.50. Signed with the maker's mark for Kaunis Koru, 585, and V7 (1974).
Quartz, 14k Gold
18ct Yellow Gold, Sapphire & Diamond 3 Stone Carved Ring, Hallmarked London 1974
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1974 Makers Mark J P This exquisite 18ct yellow gold ring captures the elegance of the Edwardian era wh...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold and Tourmaline Ring by B. Weckstrom for Lapponia, 1974
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Cincinnati, OH
He joined Pekka Antilla as a designer in 1963 and eventually in 1974 ,was made a partner in what is now called Lapponia.
Oscar Heyman Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Ballerina Sapphire and Diamond Ring by Oscar Heyman, circa 1974. 1.99ct Sapphire, 20 Tapered Baguettes weighing 2.58ct TW.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Platinum 1.99ct Blue Sapphire And Diamond Ballerina Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Surrounding the sapphire are 2.58 carats of baguette-cut diamonds, expertly set to create a mesmerizing ballerina design. Crafted circa 1974, this ring showcases the enduring craftsm...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Rare Urpo Kajander Kaunis Koru Finnish Modernist Sterling Silver Bow Twist Ring
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Urpo Kajander for Kaunis Koru sterling silver twisted bow ring circa 1974. Ring is currently a size 7.25 but is adjustable as it has a split shank.
Sterling Silver
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Fully hallmarked London 1974. Ring Size: T 1/2 or 9 3/4 Band Width: 7mm Weight: 8.9g
Diamond, Gold
Ring Designed by Sigurd Persson, Sweden, 1974
By Sigurd Persson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Ring designed by Sigurd Persson, Sweden, 1974. 18-carat gold and moonstones.
Gold
8ct Star Ruby Ring w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Yellow Gold Oval 13x10mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Star Ruby Treatment: Filled Weight: 7.91ct Head size: 13x9.6mm Shape: Oval Hardness: 9 Metal: 14k/3.08g Diamond Clarity/Color: SI / G-H...
Star Ruby, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Sold
H 20.08 in W 25.99 in
Flying Colors - Rings, 1974 - Original lithograph, Signed
By Alexander Calder
Located in Paris, IDF
Alexander CALDER Flying Colors - Rings, 1974 Original Lithograph Printed signature in the plate On vellum 66 x 51 cm (c. 26 x 20 inch) Authenticated by the blind stamp of the editor...
Lithograph
Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Shield Cocktail Ring 1974
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A beautiful Vintage Dior Crystal Cocktail Ring. Crafted in rhodium plated metal and set with Swarovski chaton stones, each on claw set. In very good vintage condition, UK ring size a...
Vintage Very large Silver and Amethyst Ring made Year 1974
Located in Stockholm, SE
This is a large and striking ring featuring a sizeable oval, cabochon cut amethyst as its centerpiece. The amethyst is set in a unique way, using silver wires that wrap around its ed...
Amethyst, Silver
Kaunis Koru 1974 Finland Geometric Ring In .925 Sterling Silver With Labradorite
By Kaunis Koru
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric ring designed by Kaunis Koru. Absolutely beautiful modernist ring, created in Helsinki Finland by Kaunis Koru, back in 1974.
Labradorite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Amethyst and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Modelled in 9carat gold and has an open work gallery. fully hallmarked Birmingham 1974. Ring Size: L 1/2 or 6 Stone Dimensions: 8x11mm Weight: 2.2g
Amethyst, Gold
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Fully hallmarked London 1974. Ring Size: R or 8 1/2 Cluster Diameter: 10.5mm Weight: 5.8g
Diamond, Gold
Vintage Garnet and 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Fully hallmarked London 1974. Ring Size: V or 10 3/4 Band Width: 7mm Height From Finger: 3.5mm Weight: 3g
Garnet, Gold
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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