GIA Certified 1.13ct Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The center diamond is accentuated by lovely modified faceted cut sapphires that weigh approximately 1.00ct. The top of the ring measures 13mm by 12mm. The ring is stamped 750 and wei...
Diamond, 18k Gold
AGL Certified 2.00ct Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in yellow gold and stamped 750, the ring measures approximately 22mm by 20mm across the top and weighs 9.7 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Ring Size 6.75 #25120
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Diamond color: G-H Diamond clarity: SI1-I1 Weight: 8.7 g./ 5.6 dwt. Stamped: 18K 750 Ring Size: 6.75 Shank: 3.6 mm Very good condition, professionally polished.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari, Vintage 18K Yellow Gold and Rubelite Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Mounted in 18 karat yellow gold in a ridged design, this ring is sure to impress! Stamp: BVLGARI 750 Ring size: 6 3/4 Metal: 18 karat yellow gold.
Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cocktail rosé and white gold diamond pavé ring by Hulchi Bellini
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This Belgian jewellery house has the logo pictured in the inside of the ring and hallmarked '750'. The ring is in mint condition and has been verified by one of our master goldsmiths...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Channel-Set Baguette Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
The light is also allowed to freely hit the stone and refract through the stone, giving maximum fire and rainbow color as the ring moves. Stamped 750 and KV.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage C de Cartier Double C Diamond Open Band Ring LM
By Cartier
Located in London, England
For size reference, the band measures approximately 1 centimetre in width, with a gross weight of 13.7 grams. The ring is signed Cartier, 51, 750 (for 18k gold), with the serial numb...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,050Sale Price|25% Off
David Yurman Origami Crossover Ring 18K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver
By David Yurman
Located in Westport, CT
Marked "DY 925 750". Ring size 6.25 US, sizable.
18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
$1,917Sale Price|35% Off
Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Aquamarine Ring, 2.69ct with Diamonds
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Technical Details Primary Gemstone: Natural Blue Aquamarine (Oval Cut, 2.69 Carats, 7.00 mm x 8.70 mm x 5.00 mm) Secondary Gemstones: 10 Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamonds (0.35 c...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold 1.15ct Ruby Diamond Halo Ring GIA
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 3.6 grams Stone: 1.15ct Ruby 0.4tcw Diamonds Measurements: 10.1 x 11.2 x 6.6mm Ring Size: 4.5 Hallmark: 750 LARRY Metal: 17K Yellow Gold BR-1532-030625-15
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Emerald, old cut diamond and enamel Charles X era ring
Located in PARIS, FR
A yellow gold 750/1000 (18k) ring from the beginning of the XIXth century (French Restauration) featuring a central close set cabochon emerald highlighted by milgrain.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
18k Baguette and Marquise Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18k white gold, this ring is marked with a "750" and "T864" and weighs 4.94 grams.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Ceramic Trinity Ring Vintage 18k White Gold Platinum Size 46
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Signed Cartier and marked Pt950 and 750, the ring is a European size 46, approximately a US size 4.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18ct White Gold, Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Ring, Circa 1980s
Located in Brighton, GB
Cabochon Sapphire & Diamond Ring Stamped 750 Circa 1980 An 18ct white gold dress ring centred with a deep blue cabochon sapphire, its dome polished to a smooth, high lustre t...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
19632 Cocktail Flower Leaf Ring 18K Yellow Gold 2.40ct Pave Round Diamond
Located in Chicago, IL
18k yellow gold ring weighs 17.4g 177 pave round diamonds, total weight 2.40ct Diamond G color I1 clarity Ring on top measures 35.7mm x 28mm wide Shank measures 2.4mm wide at the bot...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 4.90ct Amethyst and 0.80ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage gemstone cocktail ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 18ct fineness marks (750, 18K).
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bulgari Divas' Dream Carnelian and Diamond Ring in Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
It has a gross weight of 4.5 grams.The ring is stamped BVLGARI, 750 (for 18k gold), made in Italy, with the serial number FALN5V.
Diamond, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage CARTIER LOVE 5.5mm Gold Signed Band Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Montreal, QC
Hand crafted in 18K Rose Gold. Ring size 10.75. Signed Cartier and marked: OAN340 Cartier 64 Au 750.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Buckle Ring Size 5.75 #25684
By David Yurman
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Diamond color: G Diamond clarity: VS Weight: 10.2 g./ 6.5 dwt. Hallmark: D. YURMAN 750 Ring Size: 5.75 Width: 12 mm Shank: 6.7 mm Very good condition, professionally polished.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Quartz Tsavorite Gold "Leaf" Ring Wagner Collection
By Wagner Preziosen
Located in Berlin, DE
Unusual "leaf" ring made of 750/0 red gold, 1 hand-engraved rose quartz, 33,8x22,2x9,2 mm, 6 Tsavorites totaling 0.29 carats.
Quartz, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Ring 18K White Gold Size US 7.5 Cert 2007
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
Forged in solid 750 K18 WG white gold, this iconic band ring coordinates fluidly with daily luxury wear and fine jewelry stacks.
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Onyx Ring in Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
It has a gross weight of 10.4 grams.The ring is stamped VCA, 50, 750 (for 18k gold), with the serial number CL31553.
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow and White Diamond Leaf Twist Ring 18K White and Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White and Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 18 brilliant cut white and 18 brilliant cut fancy yellow, 36 total Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.28(white)+0....
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whi...
Blue Star Sapphire Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 20.8 Grams Star Sapphire Measurements: 14.9 mm x 12.18 mm x 6.30 mm Star Sapphire Carat Weight: ~8.48 carats Ring Size...
Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$43,312Sale Price|20% Off
Bespoke Engagement Ring with Tiffany & Co Diamond 1.63ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Metal: 18ct White & Yellow Gold Carat: 1.63ct (Tiffany & Co diamond) Colour: Intense Fancy Yellow Clarity: VS2 Cut: Brilliant Cut Weight: 3.26 grams Engravings/Markings: Stamped 750...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
French 19th Century 18K Rose Gold Turquoise and Old-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
A beautiful example of French antique craftsmanship, ideal as a distinctive engagement ring, collector’s jewel or statement piece. Period: 19th century Origin: France Style: Pompado...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Gold Symmetrical Recycled Gold Contemporary Eboris Corset Ring by MAZARIN
Located in Geneve, CH
Recycled Yellow Gold Eboris Corset Ring by MAZARIN Dimensions: L 1.3 x W 1 cm Materials: 5.7 g of recycled gold 750/1000 Ring featuring a two-tone gold symmetrical motif.
Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Cartier Nymphea Diamond Buckle 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring EU50
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Beautifully made vintage piece and a rare design by Cartier. The ring is signed Cartier 750 with serial number. Ring size UK K1/2 - US 5.5 - EU 50.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s C de Cartier Pear Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
It has a gross weight of 3.1 grams.The ring is stamped Cartier, 750 (for 18k gold), 52.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Diamond and Green Stone Center Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 6.75 Markings: “750” "T864" Metal: 18k White and Yellow Gold Weight: 15.14 grams Diamonds: 0.33 carats Green Stone: 22.42 carats
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
De Beers Three Wildflower Brown and White Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By De Beers
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Designer: De Beers Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.3 Grams White Diamonds: 48 brilliant cut Brown Diamonds: 80 fancy brown ranging from dark to ligh...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
David Yurman Chevron Band Ring Mens 18K Yellow Gold Size 10.5
By David Yurman
Located in Fairfield, CT
Current Retail: $5,500 Signature: D. Yurman, 750, " *MJ " Ring Size: 10.5 Width: 10 mm Weight: 14.8 grams Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with age.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
26404 David Yurman Eden 18k Yellow Gold 0.40 Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA report # 6431105372 Center cushion diamond weights 0.40ct Diamond laser inscription "GIA 6431105372" (see 3rd pic) Diamond H color VS1 clarity Ring is size 6.25 (resizable at Da...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring in Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, England
It has a gross weight of 5.6 grams.The ring is stamped 750 (for 18k gold), London. Lastly, this piece is accompanied by a GCS Report, as well as a valuation for insurance and authent...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Carved Rock Crystal and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
By Boucheron
Located in Flushing, NY
Boucheron Carved Rock Crystal and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring Marked: Boucheron 750 Approximate Dimensions: 6.25 (Ring Size) 1.5 cm (Width) Approximately 0.3 carats (Diamond) 13.3 gr...
Diamond, Rock Crystal
18k Two Tone Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 6.25 Markings: “T897” "750" Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 9.2 grams Marquise Cut Diamonds: 1.70 carats Diamond Accents: 0.43 carats Emerald: 5.23 carats
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Emerald Vivid Green Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring 53
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
The emerald has some small natural inclusions (as to be expected in natural emeralds). The ring is signed Cartier 750 with serial numbers and a French eagle hallmark.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Ring 18K Yellow Gold Size 5.5 Classic Model Authentic With Papers
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
The ring is accompanied by its original Cartier certificate/papers, which state that the jewel is made in 18K gold (750/1000) and certify it as an authentic Cartier jewel.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Pear Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 6.5 Markings: "750" "T864" Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 6.86 grams Diamonds: 1.50 carats Emerald: 1.64 carats
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Baguette and Marquise Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Ring size: 6.25 Markings: “750” "T864" Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 4.79 grams Marquise Cut Diamond Ce...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Flower Cluster Ring in 18K White Gold, French Marguerite Design
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Details Style: Marguerite ring, flower cluster ring, diamond cocktail ring Metal: 18K white gold, 750 fineness Gemstones: Nine natural diamonds Diamond cut: Round brilliant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Oval Yellow Diamond and Diamond Ring
Located in Venice, CA
On the inside of the band, the ring is marked 2000, 750, D1.00, d0.35. The ring weighs 2.91 grams.
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Modern White Gold Crossover Ring with Brilliant Cut Diamond
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Discover the elegance of this modern white gold crossover ring, crafted in 18K (750‰) white gold. This unique piece features a fluid crossover design, gracefully embracing a brillian...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Two Tone Heart Shaped White and Brown Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Condition: In very good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Ring size: 6.25 Markings: “750" Metal: 18k Yellow and White Gold Weight: 6.30 grams White Diamond ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Pearl Center and Diamond Petal Flower Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Diameter: 15 mm tall Total Weight: 6.3 Grams Pearl Type: white akoya Pearl Diameter: 7.9 mm Total Diamond Count: 30 diamonds D...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
3 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Marguerite Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Details Style: Marguerite ring, floral cluster ring, halo ring Metal: 18K white gold, 750 fineness Center stone: Natural sapphire Sapphire weight: Approximately 3.00 carats...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Straight Baguette Diamond Ring crafted in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Webster, NY
Total Diamond Carat Weight: .65ct Earth mined Diamond Cut: Straight Baguette Diamond Color: E-F Diamond Clarity: VS1-VS2 Metal: 18k Stamped: "750" Ring Size: 6 - Can be re-sized ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Two Tone Black and White Diamond Abstract Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 7.25 Markings: "T864" "750" Metal: 18K White and Rose Gold Weight: 11.6 grams White Diamonds: 0.53 carats Black Diamonds: 3.63 carats
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Soleste 1.24 Carat Cushion Vivid Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Soleste Double Halo Engagement Ring The ring is 950 Platinum & 750 18K Yellow Gold The center stone is 1.24 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow VVS1 There are 0.45 Carats F VVS White Diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s 18K Yellow Gold South Sea Cultured Pearl & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Crafted in rich 18K yellow gold with an openwork split-shoulder construction that supports the substantial elevated setting. The ring is stamped “750” and “18K,” indicating 18-karat ...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,372Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Pearls Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
It is stamped 750 inside the ring.
Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
French Antique Marquise Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Details Origin: French work Period: Antique Style: Marquise ring, navette ring, statement ring Metal: 18K yellow gold, 750 fineness Main gemstones: Natural blue sapphires S...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 7 Markings: "750" "T897" Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 13.4 grams Diamonds: 1.03 carats
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
22343 18K White Gold 0.57ct Diamond Criss Cross Entwined Ring Band Size 5.75
Located in Chicago, IL
18k white gold ring weighs 5.7g 86 round diamonds, total weight 0.57ct Diamond G color SI1 clarity Ring on top measures 15mm wide Shank measures 5.7mm wide Ring size 5.75 (this rin...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
5.13 Carat Sapphire 1.50 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The color of the diamonds is F-G with VS clarity. The top of the ring measures 17mm by 15mm. The ring is stamped 18K 750 and weighs 6.6 grams.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$1,325Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 1.30ct Squared Vivid Blue Sapphire & 0.06ct Diamond Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Flanking the sapphire panel are 0.06 carats of pavé‑set diamonds, adding a refined sparkle and balancing the strong color field with crisp white brilliance. Crafted in solid 750 gold...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 11.91 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Details Origin: French work Style: Statement ring, cocktail ring, emerald dress ring Metal: 18K yellow gold, 750 fineness Center stone: Natural Colombian emerald Emerald we...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 1.42ct Diamond Sapphire Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The center diamond is accentuated by sapphire and diamond accents. The top of the ring measures 13mm in diameter. The ring is stamped 750 and weighs 4.5 grams.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Impressive Gemlok Kunzite Gold Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Gemlok
Located in New York, NY
Ring size - 7, ring is 7mm wide. Marked: 750, Gemlok.
Kunzite, Gold
$3,321 / item
Iolite Gold Sculptural Unisex Body Dome Gold Ring
By De Maria fine&antique jewelry
Located in Napoli, NA
Unique and pleasant Unisex Ring mounted in 18k Rose Gold, marked 750. The Ring features a man body sculpture at two sides and a sparkling and large blu Iolite.
Amber, Aquamarine, Iolite, Onyx, Opal, Gold, 18k 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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