Cartier Panther Panthere Tsavorite Garnet Onyx Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
With 2 small tsavorite garnets in the eyes 1 black onyx in the nose This ring comes with original Cartier box. Details: Ring Size: European 57 US 8 Weight: 17.2 grams Width: 11.5mm ...
Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Boucheron Kaa Double Trouble Snake Diamond White Gold Ring
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
Weight: 14,1gr Metal: 18kt white gold Condition: Very Good Stones: 24 Diamonds • Cut: Round • Total carat weight: 0.30ct approximately Signature: Boucheron, nºE26487 Hallmarks:...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White and rose gold ring with natural diamonds_125696
Located in București, București
The brilliant-cut diamonds enhance the overall design, creating a timeless and luxurious piece. With a size of 57, this adjustable ring offers a customizable fit, making it a versat...
Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Rose Gold Ring Small Model
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2238 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date Circa 2021 RRP £750 Incl taxes/$800 Excl taxes/860 € Incl taxes Model VCARN33000 Serial Number JC****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Ring Siz...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Diabolo Invisible Set Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Invisible Set Sapphire Diabolo Ring by Cartier. With 12 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity and G color approx. .50ct total weight 8 sapphires total...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Retro Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
Circa: Circa 1940 Weight: 15.9gr Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold and Platinum Stones: 1 Diamond • Cut: Round Cut • Carat: 1.10ct approx • Color: E/F • Clarity: VS1 Condition: Very Good ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Natural Pink Sapphires and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Pink Sapphires and Diamond Ring Size 6.5- This stunning ring features 57 round brilliant cut diamonds and ten round genuine pink sapphires set in classic...
Pink Sapphire, White Gold
Sold|$1,400 / set
Evening Classic Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 109-RND 57-0.29-5/5A US size 7 Weight 2,44 gram With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, whi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Multicolor Love Ring 18k Rose Gold Sapphires Garnets Amethyst
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Width of the rings is 5.5mm. Ring size 57 US 8. Excellent pre-owned condition.
Amethyst, Garnet, Sapphire, Rose Gold
Art Deco Old European Diamond Sapphire Platinum Engagement Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautifully kept original Art Deco diamond engagement cocktail ring handcrafted in platinum. The ring features an approximately .57 carat Old European cut diamond graded H color and ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
David Yurman Cable Classic Peridot Yellow Gold Diamond and Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Southampton, PA
Ring Size: 8.25 (57 1/8) Diamond Carat Weight: 0.50
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, Garnets, 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
This particular ring is totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths diamonds 0.98 ct Garnets 4.24 ct total weight 11.1 g italian size 17/ french 57/ USA 8.
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari B.ZERO1 Four Band Ring in 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Lexington, KY
- 12.78 grams - 18k white gold - Four band ring - Size 57 mm ( 8 US)
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Love 18 Karat Rose Gold 1 Diamond Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cartier Love wedding band, 18K rose gold, set with 1 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.02 carats, 4mm, size 57 Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 5.03 grams Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Diabolo Invisible Mystery Set Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Invisible Set Sapphire Diabolo Ring by Cartier. With 12 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity and G color approx. .50ct total weight 8 sapphires total...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Jadeite Jade Diamonds Yellow Gold Platinum Marquise Ring
Located in London, GB
Ring size: 8 – 57 - Q Weight: 9.19gr Metal: 18k yellow gold & Platinum Stones: 1 Jadeite Jade • Cut: Marquise • Dimensions: 16.17mm by 3.72mm Others: 28 rose cut diamonds Signat...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier 18 Karat Tri Color Gold Trinity Rolling 3 Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier 18K Tri Color Gold Trinity Ring This authentic Cartier trinity ring is a Cartier size 57, US size 8 Each band is approx. 3.5 mm wide Rose gold band is stamped Cartier on o...
Gold
Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, Lava Stone, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Diamonds 0.16 ct Emeralds 0.62 ct Stone 3.70 gr Pearls 0.10 gr Total Weigth 10.90 gr RF +RCO Italian Size 17 Usa Size 8 French Size 57 The ring can be sized upon request. For any ...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
Vintage Cartier Maillon Panthère Brick Link Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
The ring, at its widest, measures 10mm in width and is a Cartier size 57 (UK finger size P ½, USA size 8), due to the design this ring can slightly be resized.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graff Diamonds Fancy Vivid Yellow and White Diamonds Gold Butterfly Ring
By Graff
Located in Southampton, PA
Ring Size: 8.25 (57 1/8) Ring Top Dimensions: 18 x 15mm Band Thickness: 3 mm Ring Top Height: 5 mm
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Ring Yellow Gold Electric Blue Natural Boulder Australian opal
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 9.26 carats stone measurements - 0.12 х 0.43 х 0.83 in / 3 х 11 х 21 mm ring weight - 5.72 grams...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Statement Diamond Ring with 0.84 Carat Diamonds
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
From its classic and refined upbringing, Irama Pradera is a Spanish Brand has always designed sportive yet refined jewelry that live the passage of time, fashion and trends. This...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Colombian Emerald Diamonds Yellow and White Gold Cocktail Band Dome Ring
Located in London, GB
There is a total carat weight of 1.20ct approximately. It is a size 57 ½ – Q – 8. Weight: 17 gr Metal: 18kt Yellow and White Gold Stones: Emerald • Carat: 2.75ct approximatel...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Déco Fire Opal Diamond Platinum Cocktail/Dress Ring, circa 1920
Located in Zurich, CH
Ring size 57 1/2 (US 8)
Diamond, Fire Opal, Platinum
Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Black Jade Diamond White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Measurements: 0.90" (23mm) width, 0.98" (25mm) length. The ring size is 8 - EU 57. Resizable. Sizing fees will be provided upon request.
Diamond, Black Jade, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Heart Dome Ring Size 7.25
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Heart Dome Ring Size 7.25- This lovely ring features 57 round brilliant cut diamonds set in a stunning heart design.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat and Platinum Ladies Ring with Aquamarine and Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 18K & Platinum Ladies Ring With Aquamarine (8 CT) and Diamonds (0.29 CT) C.1950's Dimensions - Finger Size : (UK) = Q (US) = 8 1/2 (EU) = 57 1/2 Ring Size : 2.6 x 2.1 x 2 cm...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style Emerald and Diamond Ring, 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
., good to very good colour and purity · - Ring size: 57 (US: 8,0) - Weight: approx. 3.9 g - Very good condition Smaragd- und Diamantring im Art Déco-Stil, 18K Weißgold Beschreibu...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Cartier 1 Diamond 18ct White Gold Love Small Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 1 Diamond 18ct White Gold Love Small Band Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1634 Brand: Cartier Model: 1Diamond Love Small Band Ring Type: Ring Serial Number: O***** RRP: £2,...
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco Sapphire Ring .57ct Round Original 1930's Antique Vintage Platinum
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Vintage Sapphire .57ct Round Solitaire Platinum Featuring a Deep Royal Blue .57 Carat Genuine Natural Round Sapphire Center Perfect ...
Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire Ring .57ct Round Original 1930's Antique Vintage Platinum
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Vintage Sapphire .57ct Round Solitaire Platinum Featuring a Deep Royal Blue .57 Carat Genuine Natural Round Sapphire Center Perfect ...
Sapphire, Platinum
19th century ring with emeralds and half pearls handcrafted gold and silver
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
19th century ring with emeralds and half pearls handcrafted in 14K/8K gold and silver, ring size 57 – us size 8 (re-sizable), 6.5 grams, Made circa around 1850, condition consistent ...
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Old gold ring with jade and diamonds in style of Art Deco.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Ring: 26 round diamonds of total 0.08ct; Made of 0.375 yellow gold and cabochon cut jade weighing about 2g Ring size: (57) 17 item weight: 4.89g
Diamond, Jade, Gold
Cartier Trinity De Cartier Ceramic and Diamond Ring Size R (59)
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
The three interlaced and mobile bands, open for interpretation by the wearer, are the timeless inspiration behind an iconic collection." - Cartier Condition: Used (Excellent) - Prof...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Jaretierre Italy 3.5 Carat Diamond, Yellow and White Gold Expandable Ring
By Jarretiere
Located in Miami, FL
The diamond encrusted petals dance in delight as they spin around the floral disc. This ring measures .57 of an inch and will comfortably fit a size 6.5-7 finger.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Studio Rêves 0.53 Carat Yellow Pear Engagement Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Studio Rêves
Located in Mumbai, Maharashtra
Adorned with 57 stones, this ring embodies an everlasting style that sails through changing trends.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.14 Carat Pink Sapphire and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink sapphire, 5.50 x 7.00mm, 1.14 carats 36 round brilliant cut diamonds, .57 carat total Ring size 6.5 Complimentary sizing as needed
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Tiffany & Co. Forever Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 7-Stone Diamond Ring 3mm
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
It’s a classic Tiffany design that works as a wedding band, anniversary ring, or refined everyday diamond ring. The diamonds total .57 carats, graded F color with VVS–VS clarity.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Scarab Ring, 18K White Gold, Moonstone 17.34 Carat, Mandarin Garnets 0.80 Carat
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
With their luminous colours set in yellow, white or rose gold, these mystical beetles are the perfect charm to accompany and protect their wearer throughout their lives. Ring Size 8...
Garnet, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Cabochon Sapphire and Old Cut Diamond Gypsy Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Very Good Hallmarks: French – Owl Dimensions: Height: 26.39mm / 1.03in Length: 21.92mm / 0.86in Face Width: 8.93mm / 0.35in Ring size: 7.75 – 57 – P This ring can be...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bvlgari Tubogas 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Steel Flexi Snake Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Because of its unique flex-style this ring can fit a range of ring sizes as listed below: UK: O - P1/2 US: 7 - 8 EU: 55 - 57 Ring has been professionally polished and cleaned, in...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal, Steel
Cocktail Ring in 18 Carat White Gold, 1 Aquamarine 30.48 ct, 2 Peridots
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
Ring size: 57 This eyecatcher was designed by Colleen B.
Aquamarine, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Etoile Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Description: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Etoile Ring Accompanied With: Xupes Presentation Box Gender: Ladies UK Ring Size: P 1/2 EU Ring Size: 57 US Ring Size: 8 Resizing Possible?
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Precious Basics Ring 18 Carat Rose Gold, 1 African Paraiba Tourmaline 2.43 Carat
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vivid turquoise and extremely rare African paraiba tourmaline in a beautiful and very comfortable setting in 18 carat rose gold dedicated to flatter the beauty of this 2.43 carat gem...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold|$1,277
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 3.6 grams Ring Size: P (57) Face Dimensions: 16mm x 5mm Sapphire Dimensions: 1 (5mm x 4.5mm), 2 (4mm x 3mm) - approx. 1.00ct Total Diamond Weight:...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
18 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamod Cocktail Ring by Paul Binder, 1980s
By Paul Binder
Located in Zurich, CH
Quality of the diamonds: G - H / VS Ring size: 57 (EU) / 8 (US) Maker's mark: Paul Binder, Zürich Assay mark: 750
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Viper Diamond Band Ring 18K Rose Gold Size 56 US 7.75
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18K rose gold. Ring size: 57 US 7.75. Band width: 3.4mm. Total weight: 5.17 grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Dome ring set with 5 carats of diamonds and a 2.68 carats sugarloaf emerald
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
The mounting is set with 4,5 to 5 carats of diamonds round and tapers cut. The ring size is : 57 (French size) --> 8 (US size). it is resizable.
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Silver Top Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Item #R2306 Metal: 14K Yellow Gold and Silver Top Weight: 3.5 Grams Ring Size: 8 Center Diamond: .57 ct - GIA # 2235527713 Color: U - V Clarity: I1 Side Diamonds: Approximatel...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Certified Bi Colour Blue Yellow Sapphire Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Bespoke made for this unique top grade sapphire. Ring size UK Q - US 8 - EU 57. The ring is re-sizeable.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Saphire and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring, Austria, ca. 1920
By Austrian Manufactory
Located in Vienna, AT
Austria, circa 1920 head measuring 2.5 x 1.8 cm / 0.98 x 0.70 in the current ring size is ca. 57 (EU) / US ca. 8 inner diameter ca. 1.8 cm / ca 0.70 in and can be customized by ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.89 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Additionally, the ring has a European size 57 or US size 7.8 and can be resized, however, we will need about 1 week to change it.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ray Fish White Diamond Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Ring Made in Italy Petronilla
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
The eyes are made with two sapphires cabochon. The size of the ring is 8 US - 57 EU The sapphires total are ct 6.5 and the diamonds are ct 1.73.
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire
GRS Pigeon Blood 2.02 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The total diamond weight is 1.30 carat and the total rings weighs 4.62 grams. The ring size US - 8.00 and EU - 57.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Scarab Ring in 18 kt White Gold, 1 Hematite 42.34 Carat, 2 Rubellites 0.55 Carat
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
With their luminous colours set in yellow, white or rose gold, these mystical beetles are the perfect charm to accompany and protect their wearer throughout their lives. Ring Size 8...
Hematite, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 3.4 grams Ring Size: P (57) Sapphire Dimensions: 5.5mm Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.40ct (0.20ct each) Diamond Details: Colour: F-G, Clarity: S...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Colleen B. Rosenblat Rubellite Sapphire Gold Scarab Ring
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
In old Egypt the scarab was a symbol for resurrection and life and since that time a lucky charm for everyone. This desirable ring in size 57 with one rubellite 22.44 ct and two sapp...
Rubelite, Sapphire, 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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