Georg Jensen Sterling Silver No 101 Ring Denmark C.1970
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toronto, ON
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver No 101 Ring Denmark C.1970. Full Georg Jensen Hallmarks. Size 7. Item
Vintage 1970s Danish Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver No 101 Ring Denmark C.1970
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toronto, ON
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver No 101 Ring Denmark C.1970. Full Georg Jensen Hallmarks. Size 7. Item
Sterling Silver
$1,500
W 0.61 in D 0.17 in L 7.13 in
Georg Jensen Bittersweet or Pinje Sterling Silver Bracelet no. 94B
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Danish Modern bracelet. By Georg Jensen. In sterling silver. Designed by Gundorph
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Large Monumental Silver Punch Bowl 268A
By Johan Rohde, Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A rare find for collectors and enthusiasts, An extra-large exquisite Georg Jensen sterling silver
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Goblet 532C by Harald Nielsen
By Harald Nielsen, Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A large sterling silver Georg Jensen Art Deco goblet, design #532C by Harald Nielsen from 1928
Sterling Silver
$7,485
W 0.35 in L 17 in
Bent Gabrielsen 1960 for Hans Hansen Denmark Geometric Peak Necklace 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
push lock and a hinged figure 8 for extra safety. Weight: 45.70 Grams, (29.30 Dwt). Size: Fit a neck
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring by Henning Koppel No 139(Size 8)
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring by Henning Koppel No 139. Bright Green Agate. Size 8 Designer
Stainless Steel
Georg Jensen Zaha Hadid Lamellae Gold Long Ring 1623 C
By Georg Jensen
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Brand new Georg Jensen 18k gold long ring from Lamellae collection. Ring top is 2 7/8" x 1", size
Gold
Herbert Bitter Huge Unique Modernist Tiger’s Eye Falcon Eye Sculptural Gold Ring
Located in Dusseldorf, NRW
eye / falcon’s eye cabochon Ring size: Ø 18.1 mm = EU 57 / US 8 / ASIA 16 Ring head: 5.0 cm to 2.75 cm
Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold
Georg Jensen Silver Smithy Ring design no. 590b
By Georg Jensen
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
George Jensen “Smithy” Ring, 8 sided, with the longer faces being hand forged, peen hammered to 4
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Diamond Vintage Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Diamond of approximately 0.10ct Colour H, Clarity SI Condition: 8 - Good condition This Vintage Ring by
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georg Jensen 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring Size 10- This elegant signet ring by Georg Jensen is
Yellow Gold
Ole Kortzau for Georg Jensen, Ring in Sterling Silver, Model 240
By Georg Jensen
Located in bronshoj, DK
Ole Kortzau for Georg Jensen. Ring in sterling silver. Model 240. Late 20th Century. Width: 8 mm
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen 1970 Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Blue Sodalite
By Georg Jensen
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural ring designed by Georg Jensen. Gorgeous sculptural cocktail ring, created in Denmark
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring in Sterling Silver by Georg Jensen, Adorned with Cabochon Cut Black Agate
By Georg Jensen
Located in bronshoj, DK
Ring in sterling silver by Georg Jensen, adorned with cabochon cut black agate. In very good
Vintage Georg Jensen Two Piece Fusion Puzzle Ring in 18k Yellow and White Gold
By Georg Jensen
Located in London, England
, Georg Jensen. The ring is currently a size 61 (UK: Q 1/2, USA: 8 1/4) and due to the design it cannot be
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georg Jensen Astrid Fog Lapis Modernist Ring, 1971
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toronto, ON
: Approximately 7/8 inches. Ring Size: 7. Item Weight: 29.75 grams. Full marks for Georg Jensen, dotted oval 925S
Lapis Lazuli
BENT GABRIELSEN for Georg Jensen Specrolite Ring
By Bent Gabrielsen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectrolite and sterling ring designed by Bent Gabrielsen for Georg Jensen. Ring is a size 7 1/2
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring in Stylish Design
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver ring in stylish design. In very good condition. Stamped. US size: 8
Sterling Silver
Bent Gabrielsen for Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Labradorite Danish Modern Ring
By Bent Gabrielsen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
, circa 1970s. Ring is a finger size 7.5 to 8 and is signed Georg Jensen, 925 S, 176, Denmark. In very
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in
Georg Jensen. Aria Ring - Three Rows of Sterling Silver. Ring Size Approx. 8, 5
Located in København, Copenhagen
Georg Jensen. Aria ring - three rows of sterling silver. Ring size approx. 8,5 US. Measures
14carat Modernist Gold Ring Adorned with Yellow Citrine, Approx. 1960s
Located in bronshoj, DK
Our professional goldsmith, trained at Georg Jensen, can change the size of the ring in most cases
14k Gold
Georg Jensen Vintage Carnelian Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Narberth, PA
Jensen collection! The ring is a size 6.5 but could easily be re-sized. The centerpiece measures
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Georg Jensen Fusion Rings by Nina Koeppel
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Nina Koeppel design for Georg Jensen, this nesting 18K rose gold and diamond two-piece Fusion ring
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georg Jensen Vintage Hematite Ring No. 51
By Georg Jensen
Located in Narberth, PA
craftsmanship as when he was alive. This sterling silver ring is a fabulous example of Georg Jensen
Hematite, Sterling Silver
Nanna Ditzel for Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Carnelian Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Georg Jensen. Ring is a finger size 8 - 8.5 and signed Georg Jensen, 925S, 97, Sterling, Denmark. In
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Regitze Sterling Silver and Black Agate Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Southampton, PA
The Georg Jensen “Regitze” ring is made of sterling silver and set with a black agate. The ring
Agate, Silver
Georg Jensen Torun Bulow-Hube Sodalite Ring C.1970
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toronto, ON
Denmark C.1970. Stamped 925S Georg Jensen in oval dotted punch and Torun design number 190. Ring Size:8
Other, Sterling Silver
Vintage 925 Sterling Silver MCM Georg Jensen 221 Designer Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a really unique and remarkable ring. It is all handmade. It's stamped "Georg Jensen 925
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen 18K Rose Gold Dune with Brilliant-Cut Diamonds Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in bronshoj, DK
Georg Jensen, Dune ring in 18 carat rose gold with brilliant-cut diamonds, approx. 0.13 ct. Color
Georg Jensen Wedding Band Ring Set in Polished 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Georg Jensen
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 8 This Georg Jensen band ring, crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, radiates timeless
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georg Jensen 1970 Denmark By Nina Koppel Fusion Puzzle Set Of Rings In 18Kt Gold
By Georg Jensen
Located in Miami, FL
Three-rings set designed by Nina Koppel (1940-1990) for Georg Jensen. Nice trio designed by Koppel
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georg Jensen Tiger Eye and Sterling Ring, circa 1950s
By Georg Jensen
Located in Phoenix, AZ
19 grams or 5/8 of an ounce. The ring is in original vintage condition and is marked “Georg Jensen
Stone, Sterling Silver
ASTRID FOG for GEORG JENSEN Sterling Ring
By Astrid Fog
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare, sterling ring designed by Astrid Fog for the Georg Jensen Silversmithy circa 1970's. Off
Sterling Silver
Vivianna Torun for Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Danish Modernist Ring
By Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970's. Ring is a finger size 8 and is signed with the Jensen dotted hallmark, Torun, Denmark, 155
Sterling Silver
Vivianna Torun for Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Danish Modernist Ring
By Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970's. Ring is a finger size 8 and is signed with the Jensen dotted hallmark, Torun, Denmark, 155
Sterling Silver
Sold
W 1.19 in D 0.4 in L 7.13 in
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Wide Dove Bracelet No. 32 with Moonstones
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the reverse for Georg Jensen / Sterling / Denmark / 32. Bracelet Size: ca. 7 1/8 in. Gemstone
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 5.75 in W 10.5 in D 7.375 in
Georg Jensen Grape Motif Sterling Silver Oval Serving Dish with Cover 408B
By Georg Jensen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Vintage Georg Jensen sterling silver oval serving dish with cover - grape motif. This fabulous pre
Sterling Silver
1950s Modernist Natural Coral Gold Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
!" SIZE: Ring size 8 WEIGHT: 5.3 grams STONES: Coral HALLMARKS: 585 for 14k STOCK NUMBER
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 329
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 329. Ring Size 50 / US 5 1/4. Weighs 8 g / 0.25 oz.
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 65
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 65. Ring Size 58 / US 8 1/2. Weighs 5 g / 0.20 oz.
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No A106
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No A106. Ring Size 58 / US 8 1/2. Weighs under 4.3 g / 0.15 oz.
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring-'no 1A'
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 1A. Made after 1945. Ring Size 58 / US 8 1/2. Weighs 6 g
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 1A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 1A. From after 1945. Ring Size 58 / US 8 1/2. Weighs 6 g
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 46E
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 46E. With oval setting that measures 3.5 cm / 1 3/8 in. With
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen "Moonlight Blossom" Ring, no. 10
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Designed by Georg Jensen, circa 1920s. Brought back into production in later years. Size 8.
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen White gold two part Fusion ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Georg Jensen 2 part Fusion ring in white gold. This is the original style with the ring in 2 parts
Silver
Georg Jensen Lamellae Gold Long Ring 1623 A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Brand new Georg Jensen 18k gold long ring from Lamellae collection. Ring top is 1 5/8" x 1.5", size
Gold
Ring ‘Aria’ Designed for Georg Jensen, Denmark, 2014
By Georg Jensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sterling silver. EU size: 55 US size: 7 H: 2,2 cm/ 7/8'' W: 2,2 cm/ 7/8''
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 52 with Pearls
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 52 with Pearls. From 1932-1944. Ring Size 57 / US 8). Weighs
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Amazonite Sterling Silver Dome Ring No.11
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Georg Jensen Ring No. 11 with Amazonite Wonderful large sterling silver ring that features a
Amazonite, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Lamellae Sterling Silver Twin Ring 623 D
By Georg Jensen
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Brand new Georg Jensen sterling silver twin ring from Lamellae collection. Ring top is 2 7/8" x 2
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No. 27A with Bloodstone
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No. 27A with Bloodstone Beautifully handmade, classic design
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Three-Piece Diamond Gold Fusion Bands Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Fusion ring by Nina Koppel for Georg Jensen can be worn by men or women. This puzzle type ring
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring with Ambercolored Stone No 11A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring with Ambercolored Stone No 11A. Ring Size 57 / US 8. Weighs 4.6
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring 0.17 Carat Marcia No 618B
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring 0.17ct Marcia No 618B Ring Size 59(US 8 3/4) Weight 3.9 g/0,14
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No A 110A with Hematite
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No A 110A with Hematite. Ring Size 57 / 8 US. Weighs 15.8 g
Hematite, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 48 with Moon Stones
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 48 with Moon Stones. Ring Size 58 / US 8 1/2. Manufactured
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No. 10 with Rose Quartz
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No. 10 with Rose Quartz. Size 50 (Us Size 5). Weighs 8 grams
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 46E with Silver Stone
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring No 46E with Silver Stone. Ring Size 52 / US 6. The oval silver
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring with Amber colored Stone No 11A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring with Amber colored Stone No 11A. Ring Size 57 / US 8. Weighs 4.6
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring with Peach Colored Stone No 1
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Ring with Peach Colored Stone No 1. Ring Size 58 / US 8 1/2. Weighs 6
Sterling Silver
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mirror Ring No 261 with Grey Moonstone
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Mirror Ring No 261 with grey Moonstone. Maria Berntsen. Size 54 (Us
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Joaquim S'Paliu Barcelona 1970 Modernist Geometric Cocktail Ring in Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist cocktail ring designed by Joaquin S'Paliu. This ring is a wonderful example of the Spanish modernist jewelry from the 1970. The cocktail ring was created by the artist jew...
Silver, Sterling Silver
$100,816
W 80.71 in L 124.02 in
Tapestry Royal Manufacture of Aubusson, Louis XVI period 1738 at the Gobelins
By Aubusson Manufacture
Located in Madrid, ES
Tapestry from the Royal Manufacture of Aubusson, Louis XVI period , made in 1738 at the Gobelins One panel from a series of Gobelins tapestries depicting the Hi...
Wool, Silk
$95,617
H 98.43 in W 27.56 in D 23.63 in
Set of Extraordinary Italian Stone Statues Representing the Four Seasons
Located in Rome, IT
Four season ,monumental classically draped female figures and their distinguishing symbols on a square base. Autumn, winter, spring and summer. Timeless classical decoration for you...
Limestone
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Acorn Hammer 107
By Johan Rohde, Georg Jensen
Located in Hellerup, DK
A rare sterling silver Georg Jensen hammer, design #107 by Johan Rohde circa 1919. The design is attributed to Rohde's acorn pattern, featuring an acorn top finial attached to a soli...
Sterling Silver
Monica Coscioni Roma Geometric Ebony Wood Ring in .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric ring with wood designed by Monica Coscioni. Beautiful contemporary cocktail ring, created in the city of Orvieto Italy at the jewelry atelier of the designer Monica Cosci...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Portrait of Lady Caroline Price
By George Romney
Located in Miami, FL
DESCRIPTION: Perhaps the best Romney in private hands. If Vogue Magazine existed in the late 18th century, this image of Lady Caroline Price would be on one of its covers. The e...
Oil, Canvas
Betony Vernon "Venus Ring" Small, Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The “Venus Ring Small” was designed by Betony Vernon in 1997 to be worn on the middle finger. This piece celebrates the feminine. It is an emblematic invitation to express your sensu...
Sterling Silver
$4,052Sale Price|26% Off
1970's Georg Jensen Sterling Red Agate Necklace Vivianna Torun
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toronto, ON
Vivianna Torun Bulow Hube for George Jensen, a rare Sterling Silver Necklace with reddish brown banded agate detachable pendant on collar, Denmark, C. 1975, stamped Georg Jensen in a...
Agate, Sterling Silver
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
Georg Jensen Vivianna Torun Bangle rutilated quartz # 207
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toronto, ON
Georg Jensen Bangle rutilated quartz # 207. Designed by Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe C.1967. Sterling Silver rare design. Fits wrists up to 7 inches, tension clamp opening. Approximate ...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Early Estate Georg Jensen Moonlight Blossom Moonstone Sterling Silver Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Early Georg Jensen, circa 1930, Moonlight Blossom moonstone and sterling silver ring designed by Georg Jensen himself. The iconic Moonlight Blossom collection is one of the most wide...
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
$191,235
H 30.32 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Important Living Room Set by Ludwig Alter Darmstadt Jugendstil, 1908'
Located in Rome, IT
Exceptional and rare living room set composed by a table with four chairs, and sofà, a Book cabinet and Pedestal by Ludwig Alter, Darmstadt, Germany, 1908 circa. Part of a living ro...
Wood
$203,187
H 57.68 in W 85.44 in
Flemish 17th, Orpheus and Animals, Large Decorative Wall Old Master Painting
Located in Greven, DE
Flemish school, 17th century Orpheus and the animals Oil on canvas, 146,5 x 217 cm Provenance: South German private collection. On an impressive, room-filling format, this painting ...
Canvas, Oil
Chess Game "Kiriliuk Vs Kasparov" by Michel Kiriliuk
By Michel Kiriliuk
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Created in 2008 A unique and original work of art. Engraved brass, metal and glass slab. 32 pieces made of silver engraves brass with a dark brown finish. Sharkskin support ...
Metal, Brass
$1,885,000
H 31.38 in W 28.88 in D 1.5 in
Couple sur le lit by Marc Chagall
By Marc Chagall
Located in New Orleans, LA
Marc Chagall 1887-1985 Russian Couple sur le lit (Couple on bed) Signed 'Marc Chagall' (lower right) Oil and India ink on canvas Marc Chagall's exquisite work, Couple sur le lit,...
Canvas, India Ink, Oil
Tiffany Studios Pomegranate Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios Pomegranate Leaded Glass and Patinated Bronze Table Lamp. A beautiful Tiffany Studios ensemble with a rare and early patinated bronze base with original Bryant socket...
Bronze
$1,800,000
H 27 in W 24 in D 2.5 in
Pierre Auguste Renoir Portrait de femme - Berthe Poret
By Pierre Auguste Renoir
Located in Los Angeles, CA
PIERRE-AUGUSTE RENOIR (1841-1919) Portrait de femme - Berthe Poret bears signature (lower left) oil on canvas 17 15/16 x 14 3/4 in (45.5 x 37.4 cm) Painted between 1862-1863 Footn...
Canvas, Oil
For over a century, Georg Jensen has produced some of the finest objects in Scandinavian modern design, including silver tableware, serving pieces, home decor, jewelry and more, frequently partnering with leading artisans to expand its offerings and respond to shifting tastes. Known for minimal aesthetics that reference nature, the craftsmanship of this legendary Danish silverware firm has regularly married function with thoughtful and beautiful design.
Founder Georg Jensen (1866–1935) was born in the small town of Radvaad, Denmark, and began his training as a goldsmith at 14. After studying sculpture and then training with master silversmith Mogens Ballin, he established his own silver business in Copenhagen in 1904. By 1918, the company was successful enough to open a shop in Paris.
Jensen’s firm produced an incredibly vast range of silver objects, from serving dishes and barware to centerpieces and chandeliers. For his early work, which bore ornate floral details and other organic forms of Art Nouveau, Jensen looked to the splendors of the natural world. The 1905 Blossom teapot, for instance, was topped with a magnolia bud and deftly balanced on toad feet, while some of Jensen’s best-known flatware patterns included Lily of the Valley, introduced in 1913, and Acorn, which debuted in 1915.
Collaboration with outside designers, long before such partnerships were common in design, would lead to some of the company’s most popular and enduring work of the mid-century. Sigvard Bernadotte and Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe created collections, as did Henning Koppel, whose curvy 1952 Pregnant Duck pitcher is a Georg Jensen classic.
After evolving and expanding throughout the 20th century, Georg Jensen was acquired by Investcorp in 2012. Today, the company is a global luxury brand with more than 1,000 stores around the world. It continues to produce seductive new pieces, such as a tea service made with Marc Newson in 2015, as well as timeless heritage designs, including the relaunch in 2019 of the 1018 solid sterling-silver Tureen 270. In 2020, the firm introduced the Jardinière 1505. Sculptural and richly decorative, the never-before-realized showpiece is hand-hammered from sheets of the finest sterling silver and is based on a 1915 sketch from Jensen’s archives.
Find an exquisite collection of Georg Jensen serveware, ceramics, silver and glass today 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.