Platinum Shila Petite Stackable Diamond Ring '2/5 Carat'
Located in San Francisco, CA
These stackable trios of ring bands feature Micro Prongs set round brilliant diamonds in a wave design. You can wear each ring separately or as a stack. For maximum comfort, we recom...
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Diamond Vintage Round Brilliant Marquise 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
Vintage Diamond Marquise Round Brilliant Cut Cocktail Ring Yellow Gold. Unique diamond bow tie style ring, with round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. The main stone is...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
10K Two-Toned 1/2 Carat Round and Baguette-Cut Composite Pear Head Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style to new heights with our 10K two-toned fashion ring. This exquisite piece is a true embodiment of grace and sophistication, designed to capture hearts and ignite yo...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
$3,998Sale Price|20% Off
Deco Retro 1935 Tank Chevalier Ring In 18Kt Gold Platinum Diamond And Sapphires
By Chevalier Tank Ring
Located in Miami, FL
It is embellished with a natural earth mined diamond. Diamonds: Mounted in the center in an inlaid setting, with 1 European round cut diamond of approximate 0.75 carat, white colorl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
TJD 1/2 Carat Round Diamond 14Karat Gold Multi Row Anniversary Wedding Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Modern and mesmerizing, these multi row diamond anniversary band are an eye catchy look for any occasion. Embedded with 76 round diamonds set in pave setting and dazzles in H-I color...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.31 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in Platinum Setting
Located in Miami, FL
3.31 Carat vivid green natural Emerald center stone mounted with 2 carats in diamonds and set in platinum. Signed "Limon". A dazzling ring that portrays value and class. The center ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
$19,024Sale Price|20% Off
EGL Certified 1 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Supreme
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent engagement ring features a stunning, EGL USA certified round brilliant-cut center diamond weighing approximately 1 carat.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Designer 2 Carat Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring in 18k White Gold for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Diamond Diamond Weight - 2 cts Diamond size - 1.2 mm Diamond Shape - Round Gross Weight - 11.413 Grams Shank width - 2...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The timeless elegance of this ring is accentuated by a delicate halo of round diamonds that gently embrace the central diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.46 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
This elegant three stone engagement ring features a GIA-certified 1.46 carat round diamond centerpiece accented by tapered baguette-cut diamonds on either side.
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring. Old Euro Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Color Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Clarity Seco...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$25,184Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning GIA certified engagement ring showcases a brilliant natural diamond as its breathtaking centerpiece. Expertly crafted in gleaming 14k white gold, the ring features a ma...
Diamond, White Gold
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.60 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural White Round Diamond .61 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's intriguing diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round white diamond melee. This band is guaranteed to impress and enhanc...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.90 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
0.22 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of diamond jewellery/estate jewelry. Diamond Quality Colour J Clarity VS2 Cut Modern Brillia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pink Round Diamond 0.95 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose and White Gold setting with natural round pink diamond melee complimented by natural round white diamond melee ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...
18K Yellow Gold 2 Carat Emerald and Diamond Band Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Band Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: Sizes 4-10 available (adjustable) Setting: Prong Band Width: 9.7 mm Center Stone Details: Type: Emerald Carat: 0.50 C...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural White Round Diamond 0.72 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round white diamond melee. This band is guaranteed to impress an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.84 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 1.14 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds. This ring is guaranteed to impress an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
14K White Gold 1/2 Cttw Round-Cut 5-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The diamonds are round-cut with an SI1-SI2 clarity. The total carat weight is 1/2 c.t., adding a touch of glamour to your look!
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
1/2 Carat Diamond Gent’s Ring in 14k Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
This bold and luxurious gent’s ring features an impressive total diamond weight of 5.4 carats, making it a true statement piece for any occasion. Expertly crafted in 14K white gold, ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.62 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
0.25 Carat Round Diamond Cluster Petal Engagement Ring By NOOI JEWELRY
Located in Dueville, IT
An exquisite blend of vintage romance and natural elegance, this handcrafted 18k solid gold ring showcases a certified 0.25 carat G VS natural white diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural White Round Diamond 2.35 Carat TW White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with natural round white diamond melee. This ring is guaranteed to impress and enhance your perso...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10K White Gold 2 1/2 Cttw Round and Baguette-Cut Diamond Multi-Row Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bold and brilliant, this magnificent cluster diamond ring has an impressive total carat weight of 2 1/2 c.t.
White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.62 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.96 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.84 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Natural Yellow Round Diamond 0.28 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond cocktail ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow and White Gold setting with natural round cut yellow diamonds complimented by natural round white di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
$6,556Sale Price|20% Off
2 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center stone, boasting a rich and vibrant blue hue, is secured in a clean, polished bezel setting that emphasizes its deep color. Surrounding the center gem is a meticulous halo ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Gazebo 2 Carat Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Diamond Total Carat Weight: This stunning Gazebo ring features a total carat weight of 2 carats, showcasing 62 exquisite round diamonds and 14 baguette diamonds, creating a brilliant...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified .90 Carat Round Diamond Palladium Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's vintage diamond engagement ring. EGL certified round brilliant cut center diamond. In a palladium three-stone setting with 2 straight baguette diamonds. The diamond was not re...
Diamond, Palladium
2 Carat Diamond Invisible Cluster Cathedral Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Cluster Ring Metal: 18 White Gold Size: 7 (adjustable) Weight: 7.50 Grams Setting: Cathedral Stone Details: Stone Type: Natural Diamond Carat: 2 Carats Total Cut...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural White Round Diamond .83 Carat TW White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with a big natural round cut white diamond surrounded by round natural white diamond melee.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.05 Carat Diamond and Palladium Cocktail Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning and impressive antique and vintage 3.05 carat diamond and palladium cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine...
Diamond, Palladium
$74,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 2 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Legacy Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
The center diamond is meticulously framed by a delicate halo of smaller round brilliant diamonds, which continue down the shoulders, adding approximately 0.78 carats of additional sp...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural White Round Diamond 0.83 Carat TW White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with natural round white diamond melee. This ring is guaranteed to impress and enhance your perso...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA 1.03 Carat Round Diamond Sapphire Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
This ring has a beautiful bright natural round diamond center stone which is complemented by 2 pear shaped sapphires with a total weight .50 carats, on each side in a simple but cont...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$26,388Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning engagement ring features a brilliant 2-carat Princess cut diamond as its sophisticated centerpiece, certified by GIA for exceptional quality.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pink Round Diamond 1.15 Carat TW Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose and White Gold setting with natural round pink diamond melee complimented by natural round white diamond melee....
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Natural White Round Diamond 0.82 Carat TW White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with natural round white diamond melee. This ring is guaranteed to impress and enhance your perso...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural White Round Diamond 0.61 Carat TW White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's intriguing diamond band. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with natural round white diamond melee. This band is guaranteed to impress and enhance your pers...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1900s 2.04 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Center Diamond Color H Clarity SI2 Cut Old European round Content 0.98 carat Dimensions 6.02mm x 5.69mm x 4.27mm Diamond one Color G Clarity VS1 Cut Old European rou...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K White Gold 1/2 Carat Diamond Pear Shaped Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count: 42 Round-Cut Diamonds Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I1-I2 Diamond Weight: 0.50 cttw Diamond Setting Types...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold
Natural Pink Round Diamond .65 Carat TW Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose and White Gold setting with natural round pink diamond melee complimented by natural round white diamond melee....
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Diamond White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Lisboa, PT
This 2 ct Diamond White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring is a striking expression of classic diamond design and enduring craftsmanship. Centered with an approximately 2 ct round brilli...
Diamond, White Gold
Natural White Round Diamond 0.78 Carat TW White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with natural round white diamond melee. This ring is guaranteed to impress and enhance your perso...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural White Round Diamond 0.90 Carat TW White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with natural round white diamond melee. This ring is guaranteed to impress and enhance your perso...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural White Round Diamond 1.76 Carat TW White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic diamond ring Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with natural round white diamond melee. This ring is guaranteed to impress and enhance your personal...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$79,200Sale Price|20% Off
EXCEPTIONAL GIA Certified 2 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond F COLOR FLAWLESS
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Immerse yourself in the world of unparalleled opulence with our breathtaking 2-carat flawless F color diamond, meticulously fashioned into a mesmerizing round brilliant cut and ensco...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural White Round Diamond 0.90 Carat TW White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with a big natural round cut white diamond surrounded by round natural white diamond melee. This ri...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Yellow Round Diamond .67 Carat TW Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow Gold setting with natural round yellow diamond melee. This ring is guaranteed to impress and enhance your perso...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10K White Gold 1/2 Carat Round and Baguette-Cut "S" Shaped Bypass Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of dazzling glamour to your outfit with this stunning white gold and diamond bypass cocktail ring! Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count...
White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pink Round Diamond 0.61 Carat TW Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose and White Gold setting with natural round pink diamond melee complimented by natural round white diamond melee....
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Natural Pink Round Diamond 0.27 Carat TW Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful diamond ring. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose and White Gold setting with natural round pink diamond melee complimented by natural round white diamond melee....
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
2 Carat Halo Style Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: Art Deco Style Engagement Ring 2 Carat Light Fancy Yellow with Rubies and Diamonds Main Diamond Details: The main diamond weighs approximately 2.02ctw.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
10K White Gold 1/2 Carat Round and Baguette-Cut "S" Shaped Bypass Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of dazzling glamour to your outfit with this stunning white gold and diamond bypass cocktail ring! Product Features: Diamond Type: Natural White Diamonds Diamond Count:...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold
Antique 2 Carat Colombian Emerald & 2.2 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Emerald Quality Color Colombian green Cut Octagonal Content 2 carats Dimensions 9.7mm x 6.3mm x 5mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) SI1 Cut Old Eur...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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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