Ring Pear Midcentury
20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k...
Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century French Retro Fashion Rings
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century French Georgian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Platinum
Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Turquoise, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Signet Rings
Turquoise, Silver
Mid-20th Century North American Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Modern Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Mid-18th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Kunzite, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century North American Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, 10k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Jade, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, W...
Mid-20th Century American Retro More Rings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Three-Stone Rings
Purple Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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Finding the Right rings for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, many people think that pear engagement rings are timeless due to the long history of the shape. The cut dates back to 1475 when Flemish jeweler Lodewyk van Bercken first unveiled it. Brides have continuously worn rings in the shape ever since, and during the 1960s, it was one of the most popular diamond cuts. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of pear engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, pear-shaped engagement rings can be nice. The elongated shape makes gemstones appear larger, and the 58 facets that form the pear cut provide a lot of sparkle. Plus, the shape is highly versatile and can complement everything from casual attire to office wear to dressy ensembles. There are no rules for engagement ring shape, so feel free to choose the one that appeals most to you. Find a wide range of pear-shaped engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While a pear-shaped ring can be worn either way, most commonly it is worn with the tip of the diamond facing upwards to look like a falling teardrop when the hand is raised. This also helps create the impression of longer fingers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Although trends in bridal jewelry change over time, pear-shaped diamond engagement rings tend to remain popular. Jewelry makers have produced pear-shaped diamonds since the 15th century, when a Flemish diamond cutter named Lodewyk van Bercken first mastered the technique. Many people love the sparkle of the cut and find its mix of curves and points to be visually appealing. Find a diverse assortment of pear-shaped diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023How you wear a wedding band with a pear-shaped engagement ring is up to you. However, it's most common to put the wedding band on first and then wear the engagement ring on top. Not only does this follow the tradition of wearing your wedding ring closest to your heart, but it also serves as a nice balance to the shape of the engagement ring, which is wider and fuller at the bottom. Curved and contoured wedding bands are especially good companions for pear-shaped engagement rings because they complement the curves of the gemstone. Find a large collection of wedding bands on 1stDibs.
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