Ring From 1800s
Antique Early 19th Century More Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1800s Engagement Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Cluster Rings
Aquamarine, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Dutch Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Sapphire, Rose Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian More Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1800s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century North American Victorian Cocktail Rings
Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings
Citrine, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Dome Rings
Jasper, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Base Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Engagement Rings
Spinel, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Cluster Rings
Garnet, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Brazilian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 1880s Austrian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Brown Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Garnet, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Brazilian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Rubelite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Rubelite, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Band Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings
Alexandrite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1830s European Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Dutch Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Imperial Topaz, Topaz, 18k Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s European Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century American Retro Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 19th Century European Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1960s English Cocktail Rings
9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold
2010s Congolese Modern Solitaire Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Congolese Modern Solitaire Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Burmese Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Signet Rings
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In the 1800s, miniatures were small portraits. People commissioned them to give as gifts to their loved ones to carry with them. In this way, miniatures were similar to modern wallet photographs. On 1stDibs, find a range of miniature portraits.
- Were there safes in the 1800s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Yes, there were safes in the 1800s. Historical records indicate that by 1820, some companies used safes to protect goods from fire. Following market campaigns in the 1840s, more companies and individuals began to purchase safes as an anti-theft measure. Shop a variety of safes on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What wedding rings looked like in the 1800s was similar to other Victorian jewelry. The Victorian era spanned from 1837 to 1901, coinciding with the reign of Queen Victoria in the United Kingdom. At the beginning of this period, rings were made of gold and affordable only to the wealthy. Designs for Victorian-era rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Some featured stones secured by collets, settings similar to bezels, with prongs and a closed back. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victorian wedding rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023In the 1800s, safes were usually made of metal like tin plating or sheet iron. Fireproofing the safes proved difficult, and during the 1820s, specific mixtures of materials such as mica, potash lye and alum were used to line a safe’s interior in order to prevent its contents from succumbing to fire damage. Shop a collection of safes on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023In the 1800s, nightstands were often called commodes. Prior to the advent of indoor plumbing, early nightstands contained a porcelain chamber pot in a cabinet that provided a convenient and private alternative to visiting the outhouse. Today, antique, new and vintage nightstands, which are pieces of bedroom furniture that are often called bedside tables, are typically low-profile tables that are positioned alongside one’s bed or elsewhere in a bedroom. Shop a selection of nightstands on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, a wedding ring can be a diamond ring. In fact, you're free to wear any type of ring that appeals to you as a wedding ring. You could opt to wear a solitaire diamond ring to symbolize your wedding vows or a band ring that features multiple diamonds, such as an eternity band that shows diamonds all the way around its surface. Find a large selection of diamond wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, a solitaire ring can be a wedding ring. Some men choose to wear a ring set with a single gemstone, like a diamond or a sapphire, to symbolize their wedding vows. Women may also opt for solitaire rings. However, it can be difficult to wear a solitaire ring with an engagement ring. You can address this challenge by wearing your wedding ring on your left hand and your engagement ring on your right hand. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of wedding rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, you can wear a diamond ring as a wedding ring if you wish. Your wedding jewelry should reflect your taste and style, so you're free to choose any type of ring you desire. One option is to wear a diamond solitaire as a wedding ring. An eternity wedding band dotted with diamonds is a popular alternative. Many brides opt for two identical eternity bands, wearing one on either side of the engagement ring as guard rings. Shop a wide range of diamond wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, you can use your engagement ring as your wedding ring. Although many people choose to wear a separate wedding band, you're free to have your new spouse slip your engagement ring onto your finger during your wedding ceremony. In this case, you would forego wearing a wedding band entirely. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique and vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Whether your wedding ring should match your engagement ring is up to personal preference. Many people choose engagement rings and wedding rings that complement one another in shape, color and materials. However, you're free to choose whatever rings appeal to you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of wedding and engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What a three-ring wedding ring means is largely a matter of personal interpretation. However, many people associate the top engagement ring with the promise of marriage, the middle ring or wedding ring with the promise of vows and the third ring or eternity ring with anniversaries. Shop a collection of wedding rings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a heavy ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A heavy ring is a ring that weighs more than rings do generally. The average women's ring weighs anywhere from 1 to 7 grams, while men's rings weigh anywhere from 3 to 9 grams. Shop a range of antique and vintage heavy rings on 1stDibs.
- What is a Joséphine ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Joséphine ring is a unique style where the center of the ring comes to a point, representing a crown or tiara. Many times the center will have a large diamond or gemstone attached to it. Made famous by Chaumet, this style of ring was inspired by jewelry made for Empress Joséphine Bonaparte. Shop a selection of Joséphine rings and Chaumet jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bloodstone ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Bloodstone is a hazy, unique green stone with intriguing flecks of orangey-red in it (these flecks are said to resemble blood spots – hence the name) caused by iron-rich mineral elements. Bloodstone rings are available in a variety of cuts such as cushion cut, oval, emerald cut, round and more. A bloodstone ring can make for a versatile accessory. Shop a collection of vintage and modern bloodstone rings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- What is a bypass ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Bypass rings consist of a band whose ends don’t meet, but rather, they overlap. They were very popular during the Victorian era.
- What is a cabochon ring?1 AnswerRoman Malakov DiamondsApril 19, 2021A cabochon ring is a ring set with a cabochon gemstone. A cabochon is characterized as having a convex, rounded surface that is polished but unfaceted.
- What is a boat ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A boat ring usually refers to an oval-shaped ring style that has a rich gallery, giving the ring the appearance of a boat. Find a wide range of antique and vintage boat rings on 1stDibs.
- What is a bishop's ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A bishop's ring, also known as an episcopal ring, is worn by a bishop on the ring finger of the right hand — signifying fidelity and union with the church. These rings are usually a circle of gold set with a precious gemstone such as amethyst. Find a collection of vintage and antique rings on 1stDibs today.