JUGENSTILL Ring with old European and single cut diamonds up to 0.90ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Please contact us by email after purchase regarding shipping Weight: 6.4 grams Set with - 1 x 4.7 mm antique European cut diamond, total approx. 0.45 carat Color K/L Clearance SI...
Diamond, 14k Gold
RETRO cocktail ring with rose cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 18k gold 8.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
weight 8.1 grams set with - 9 x 2.1 mm rose-cut diamonds totaling approx. 0.20 carat colour G/H clarity SI ring is in good condition hallmark present, guaranteed 18k gold Handl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
David Yurman Blue Agate Intaglio Octagon 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 10.5
By David Yurman
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: David Yurman Style: Blue Agate Intaglio Octagon Ring Material: 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: DY 750 Gemstones: Natural blue agate with intaglio carving Design: Octagonal sta...
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Green Onyx Intaglio Octagon 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 10
By David Yurman
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: David Yurman Style: Green Onyx Intaglio Octagon Ring Material: 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: DY 750 Gemstones: Natural green onyx with intaglio carving Design: Octagonal sta...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct Yellow gold
Located in London, GB
Natural green Colombian emerald cut gemstone natural untreated in 18ct yellow gold with white gold claws. Hallmarked. The ring can be resized. Box and valuation included.
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Heirloom Woven Chunky Engagement Ring 5.4g
Located in London, GB
The ring size is O and the base metal is gold. This ring is ideal for engagement and special occasions, and its beautiful gold colour is sure to catch the eye of anyone who sees it. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Carat White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Modelled in 18 carat yellow gold. Hallmarked Birmingham, England. Ring Size: UK P, US 8 Aquamarine Dimensions: 7.05mm x 5.11mm
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Opal Diamond Wide Band Ring Sz 6.5 18k Yellow Gold Mosaic Statement Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The ring is not hallmarked though it has tested positive for 18k gold.
Opal, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Aquamarine 9 Karat Rose Gold Ring Handcrafted in Italy
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
US finger size is 6 , French size 52, Italian size 12, resizable to the customer's size before shipment. The ring is hallmarked with the Italian Gold Mark 375 and Botta Gioielli bran...
Aquamarine, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Onyx 9 Karat Rose Gold Ring Handcrafted in Italy
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
US finger size is 6 , French size 52, Italian size 12, resizable to the customer's size before shipment. The ring is hallmarked with the Italian Gold Mark 375 and Botta Gioielli bran...
Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst 9 Karat Rose Gold Ring Handcrafted in, Italy
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
US finger size is 6.5 , French size 53, Italian size 13, resizable to the customer's size before shipment. The ring is hallmarked with the Italian Gold Mark 375 and Botta Gioielli br...
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Kurt Wayne 18k Yellow Gold 2.50 Carat Diamond Love Ring
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
Weighing 10 grams and sized at 6.5, the ring is hallmarked KW and perfectly balances playfulness with sophistication.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.57 Carat Heliodor 3.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The elevated ring shoulders integrate with the setting, blending seamlessly with the plain hallmarked ring shank.
Diamond, Platinum
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 14k gold 6.8 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Weight 6.8 grams Set with - 28 x 1.9 mm brilliant-cut diamond, totaling approximately 0.80 carat Color H/I Clarity VS/SI Ring is in good condition Hallmark present, guaranteed 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Design ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 18k gold 5.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
weight 5.7 grams set with - 7 x 1.7 mm - 3.0 mm brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approx. 0.50 carat color F/G clarity VS/SI ring is in good condition hallmark present, guaranteed...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$184,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 3.53 Carat Round Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Certificate—100% guaranteeing authenticity It is mounted in Tiffany’s iconic Classic Six-Prong Platinum Setting (Pt950), the most sought-after design for its timeless beaut...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 18 Carat Gold Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
These are set in star settings. Fully hallmarked Chester 1918. Ring Size: O or 7 Band Width: 6.5mm Height off finger: 1.5mm Weight: 3.4g
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Modelled in 18 carat gold and fully hallmarked London 1967. Ring Size: M 1/2 or 6 1/2 Face Width: 8mm Height Off Finger: 5mm Weight: 6.6g
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
$2,223Sale Price|43% Off
Handmade 14k Gold Tanzanite and diamonds Trilogy Ring, 1.36ct Natural Gemstone
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Technical Details Primary Gemstone: Natural Untreated Tanzanite (Rectangular Emerald Cut, 1.36 Carats, 7.10 mm x 6.00 mm x 3.40 mm) Secondary Gemstones: 2 Round Brilliant C...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Eternity ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
weight 3.2 grams set with - 22 x 2.2 mm brilliant-cut diamonds total approx. 1.00 carat color G/H clarity VS/SI ring is in good condition hallmark present, guaranteed 14k gold ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Déco 2.01ct Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ring, 1930s
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Hallmarks: Fineness “Plat.”. Ring size 55.US 7 ½ , P, 17,75, Weight: 7.8 g.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Ring with turquoise and single cut diamonds up to 0.05ct 18k gold 13.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
- 6 x 1.25 mm single-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 0.05 carat Color: F-G Clarity: VS-VS Ring is in good condition Hallmark present, guaranteed 18k gold 20201729
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Enamel and Green Tourmaline Diamond Cocktail Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the maker's mark, gold guarantee mark (crown), the 18ct gold fineness mark (750, 18K), the London Assay Office hallmark (leop...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Solitaire Ring with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.25ct 18k gold 5.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Weight 5.5 grams Set with - 1 x 4.0 mm brilliant-cut diamond, total approximately 0.25 carat Color F/G Clarity VS/SI Ring is in good condition Hallmark present, guaranteed 18k g...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique French Diamond White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This Old European cut diamond engagement ring is hallmarked to the outer surface of the shank with the French hallmarks for 18k gold (eagle's head) and platinum (dog's head).
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Antique 1.07 Carat Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The engagement ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 14k gold fineness mark 585.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Pink Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Technical Sheet: Finger Size: FR 55 / US 7 (resizable upon request) Metal: 18K Yellow Gold (750‰), French assay marks Center Gems: 1 round pink sapphire (≈ 0.20 ct) Surround: 9 p...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with Tahitian pearl and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
- 2 x 2.9 mm brilliant-cut diamonds total approx. 0.20 carat color : F/G clarity : VS/SI ring is in good condition hallmark present, guaranteed 14k gold Handling: If you are t...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
1.05ct Sapphire and diamond solitaire engagement ring in platinum
Located in London, GB
Diamonds total weight 0.25ct F colour VS1 clarity Hallmarked The ring can be resized. Box, valuation and insurance included.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Diamond Solitaire Certified Natural 1.20 CT Diamond Shoulders Ring in Platinum
Located in Grantham, GB
Platinum Diamond Solitaire & Diamond Shoulders Ring Central Diamond est 1.20 Carat - 6.8 x 4.1mm Clarity I1 Colour H/I Size J 1/2 1.5mm Band Width 3.79 Grams Full UK Assay Hallmark...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald and Pearl Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
The ring is hallmarked inside the band and sits low on the finger.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cocktail ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.14ct 10k gold 4.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Set with - 1 x 3.5 mm brilliant-cut diamond, totaling approximately 0.16 carats Color H/I Clarity SI/P1 - 22 x 1.0 mm - 1.7 mm brilliant-cut diamond, totaling approximately 0.14 c...
Diamond, 10k Gold
EGL Certified White Gold 0.52ct I VS1 Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 2.6 Grams Stone: 0.526ct Diamond Stone Grade: I VS1 Measurements: 5.73 x 19 x 5.8 mm Ring Size: 6.5 Hallmark: 18Ct Metal: Setting: Ranges 17-18k Gold, Shank: 11k White Gold ...
Diamond, White Gold
0.85ct Teal Sapphire Solitaire Engagement Ring 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
Bring a touch of timeless beauty to your loved one's hand with this Teal Sapphire Solitaire Engagement Ring. Natural teal sapphire beautiful colour bluish green cushion shaped in 18...
Sapphire, White Gold
Ring with topaz and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 18k gold 10.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
- 30 x 1.3 mm brilliant cut diamond, approximately 0.30 carats in total color F/G clarity VS/SI ring is in good condition hallmark present, guaranteed 18k gold b15294
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
French 4.90 Carat Burmese Sapphire 1.39ct Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is hallmarked to the outer surface of the shank with the French hallmark for platinum (dog's head).
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 2.04Ct Ruby and 0.96Ct Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This antique ring is hallmarked to the exterior surface of the shank with the French 18ct gold mark (eagle's head) and platinum mark (dog's head).
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
French 1960s 2 Carats Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.02 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Unisex Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The vintage setting is ornamented with an impressive antique (circa 1890) feature eight claw set 1.02ct Old European cut diamond. The bifurcating ring shoulders integrate with the m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.48ct Madagascar Sapphire and 2.10ct Diamond 18ct White Gold Cluster Ring 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage Madagascar blue sapphire ring is hallmarked to the outer surface of the shank with the French mark for 18k gold (eagle's head) and the maker's mark.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14.35 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring, circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The cocktail ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 18k gold fineness mark (18CT) and the platinum mark (Plat).
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
ART NOUVEAU Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
weight 2.3 grams set with - 4 x 3.2 mm brilliant cut diamonds total approximately 0.50 carat colour G/H clarity SI ring is in good condition hallmark present, guaranteed 14k gol...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 5.50 carat Opal and 1.92 carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 14k gold fineness mark (14K).
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old cut diamond marquise art deco cocktail ring platinum
Located in London, GB
Old cut diamond marquise art deco cocktail ring platinum Composed of one old cut round brilliant diamond illusion set marquise shaped art deco cocktail ring in platinum Centre diamon...
Diamond, Platinum
Contemporary Diamond and Sapphire Double Target Ring in Platinum
By Susannah Lovis
Located in London, England
The ring has a gross weight of 5.3 grams. The ring is hallmarked PLAT (for platinum), S0.77 (for sapphire weight), D0.34 (for additional diamond weight).
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
LEO PIZZO ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 2.50ct 18k gold 19.2 grams
By Leo Pizzo
Located in The Hague, ZH
Weight: 19.2 grams Set with - 82 x 1.7 mm - 2.2 mm brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 2.50 carats Color: F/G Clarity: VS/SI Ring is in good condition Hallmarked, gua...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Modern French Green Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Belt Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Cartier Maillon Panthère Five Rows Ring in Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
The ring is signed and hallmarked Cartier, 51, 750 (for 18k gold), with the serial number 615552.
10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with baroque pearl and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
- 5 x 2.3 mm - 2.8 mm brilliant diamonds total approx. 0.30 carat color F/G clarity VS/SI ring is in good condition hallmark present, guaranteed 18k gold B13803
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1.05ct Ruby and diamond engagement ring in 18k white gold.
Located in London, GB
Diamonds total weight 0.75ct F colour VS1 clarity. The ring can be resized. Hallmarked. Box, valuation and insurance included.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Zambia emerald 2.61 Ct certified French ring in 18k Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
A certificate has been issued by the Bellerophon laboratory for the emerald and will be provided with the ring. Vintage ring, circa 1960. Eagle's head hallmark and illegible golds...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
0.80ct Ruby marquise diamond engagement ring in 18k yellow gold.
Located in London, GB
0.80ct Ruby marquise diamond engagement ring in 18k yellow gold. Ruby marquise natural untreated gemstone vivid colour total weight 0.30ct Diamonds G colour VS2 clarity total weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
CHIMENTO ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.88ct 18k gold 12.0 grams
By Chimento
Located in The Hague, ZH
set with - 136 x 0.9 mm - 1.5 mm brilliant cut diamond total approximately 0.88 carat color F/G clarity VS/SI the ring is in good condition hallmark present, tested and guarantee...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ring with topaz and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.58ct 18k gold 11.9 grams
By Superoro
Located in The Hague, ZH
-48 x 1.4 mm brilliant-cut diamond, totaling approximately 0.58 carats Color: F/G Clarity: VS/SI The ring is in good condition. Hallmarked, tested, and guaranteed 18k gold.
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold
KIESELSTEIN-CORD ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.50ct 18k gold
By KIESELSTEIN-CORD
Located in The Hague, ZH
Weight: 16.4 grams Set with - 67 x 1.3 mm – 1.8 mm brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 1.50 carats Color: F/G Clarity: VS/SI Ring is in good condition Hallmarked, gua...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Bypass Band
Located in Grantham, GB
18ct Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Bypass Ring 2x Pear Cut 0.32 Carat Green Emeralds 10x Square Cut Green Emeralds Totalling 0.21 Carats AA Quality Vivid Green 48x Round Bri...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cocktail Ring with pearl and diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k white gold 10.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Please contact us by email after purchase and before shipping Weight 10.5 grams Occupied with - 1 x 1.2 cm cultured freshwater pearl - 92 x 1.0 single cut diamond, approximately ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ring with turquoise and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.15ct 14k gold 8.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
- 32 x 1.0 mm brilliant-cut diamonds total approx. 0.15 carat Color: F/G Clarity: VS/SI Ring is in good condition Hallmark present, guaranteed 14 carat gold 20231735
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Art Déco Cocktail Ring: No Heat Sapphire & Diamonds in Platinum, Paris c. 1930
Located in Berlin, DE
Material: One natural, untreated (no heat) cabochon-cut sapphire, oval, approx. 15.00 ct, approx. 14.40 x 10.88 x 9.50 mm 124 old-cut diamonds (Old European Cut) totaling approx. 0.8...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Ring Natural Ceylon Sapphire Enamel Cocktail 14k Gold Filigree
Located in Torrance, CA
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat white gold. The ring is hallmarked "14k"
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
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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