Mauboussin Chance of Love N°2 White Gold Engagement Ring with Diamonds size 54.4
By Mauboussin
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Top : 7x7 mm The Mauboussin Chance of Love N°2 White Gold Engagement Ring is a symbol of elegance and romance. Crafted in 18-karat white gold, this engagement ring features exquisit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Wedding Ring, W.M.C to M.N.D June 26, 1907, Size 7
Located in Upland, CA
About This Ring: This antique wedding ring boasts a beautiful patina and an inscription reading "W.M.C. to M.N.D.
14k Gold
GIA CHANEL Eternal N°5 Ring Diamond 0.25ct VVS2 F color Rose Gold Size 50
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Design: The ring features a signature "5" motif in an openwork design that highlights a center diamond. Material: It is typically crafted in 18K Ros Gold (Chanel's signature gold all...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Art Deco Floral Eternity Ring, H.Y.M. to A.N.W 3/11/34, Size 5.75
Located in Upland, CA
With its vintage design and the personal inscription “H.Y.M. to A.N.W 3/11/34” engraved on it, this ring is a guaranteed timeless beauty.
White Gold
Heliodor Gold Ring Yellow Beryl Vivid Yellow Art Nouveau style ring 7 size
Located in Berlin, DE
Its striking color, rarity, and craftsmanship make it a powerful standalone jewel - elegant, confident, and unmistakably unique. Ring size – 7 US / 54 EU / N UK / 17.3 mm Waves Colle...
Beryl, Yellow Beryl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Half Diamond Love Ring Size 54 B4087500
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Measuring 5.5mm in width, the ring is a size UK N½ - EU 54 and has a gross weight of 8.73 grams.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Swarovski Nirvana Fully Cut Crystals Glitter Pink White Chunky Ring Size 55
By Swarovski
Located in Wokingham, England
Swarovski Nirvana Fully Cut Crystal Glitter Pink White Chunky Ring, Size 55, UK N Very good condition. Some light scratches, barely noticeable.
Silver Plate
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond Clash de Cartier Ring Size 53 N4765400
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Weighing 10.51 grams, this ring is a size UK N - EU 53 and measures 6.8mm in width.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Swarovski Nirvana Cocktail Clear Pink Crystal Flower Heart Halo Ring, Size 55
By Swarovski
Located in Wokingham, England
Swarovski Nirvana Cocktail Clear Pink Crystal Flower Five Clover Heart Love Halo Ring, Gold Plated, Size 55 UK N Very excellent condition.
Silver
Cartier 18k White Gold Spicy Love Ring, Size 54, France, 21st Century
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The 5mm ring is a UK size N½/ US size 6.75/ UK size 54 and has a gross weight of 11.16 grams.
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier White Gold Pave Diamond Amulette De Cartier Size 53 Ring 0.45ct TDW
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The diamonds have an approximate total weight of 0.45ct, E-F, all well matched in colour and clarity. The ring is a size N and has a gross weight of 3.8 grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14kt Yellow Gold 4.15ct Pear Ruby Ring, Size 6.5, Gemology Report, Filigree, 6gr
Located in San Diego, CA
This stunning 14k yellow gold ring features a 4.15-carat pear-shaped ruby. The natural ruby measures 11.90mm x 9.80mm x 4.68mm and has natural inclusions. It showcases a medium-dark,...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Félicité Diamond 18K Rose Gold Wedding Band Ring Size 54
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301161 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2017 RRP £3,200 Including taxes / 3 750 € Including taxes / $ 3,500 Excluding taxes Model ARO8B054 Serial Number JX****** Metal 18k...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Hermès Filet d'Or Double Diamond 18K Rose Gold Large Model Ring Size 54
By Hermès
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301711 Comes With Box Only Model Filet d'Or Double Serial Number 15P080295 Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond Total Diamond Weight 0.43ct approx Weight 9.31 g Ring Size 54 (UK...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Multi-Colored Jade Ring Marquis-Shaped, Very Good 5.5gr, Size 6
Located in San Diego, CA
This ring is size 6 and in very good condition and the weight is 5.5 grams.
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$35,691Sale Price|42% Off
Sybarite Leda Ring
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Ring UK size N
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k ...
$11,100
Georgian Diamond Button Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A rare and superb survivor from the Georgian period, ready for a new 21st century life. Ring size - 54/N/7 Marked - unmarked but tests as 14 karat gold and silver Total diamond we...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Dress Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Ring size - 54/N/7 Marked - marked illegibly to the inside of the shank Total diamond weight - 0.50 carat Total weight of piece - 9.75 grams
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Marked - '750' for gold purity Ring size - 54/N Total diamond weight - 1.96 carat Total weight of piece - 7.22 grams
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage French Bombe Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
It looks great alone or alongside other rings.For size reference, the ring is currently a UK size N (US size 6 ½), but this can be sized upon request for a perfect fit.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emma Chapman 14kt Yellow Gold Diamond Jaali Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
Dimensions - 12mm x 10mm Ring size UK- N/ US - 6.75 The ring can be resized
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Colour G Clarity SI1 Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Content 0.37 carat Dimensions 4.60mm x 2.47mm Dimensions Width across setting 6mm / 0.2' Ring Size UK Size N ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Ring 0.55 Carats 18 Karats White Gold Statement Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
DETAILS: Metal: 18kt White Gold Weight:3.19 Grams Gemstone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Baguettes/Round Brilliant Total Carat Weight: 0.55 CT Number of Gemstones: 64 Setting Style: Pro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 2.04ct Diamond & Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, London
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color J Clarity SI1 Cut Round Brilliant Content 1.95 carats Dimensions 8.31mm (length) x 8.42mm (width) x 4.75mm (depth) Supporting Diamonds Color (a...
Diamond, Platinum
Natural Diamond Ring 0.35 cts 18 KT Rose Gold Natural Rubies Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Adorn yourself with this masterpiece, and let its beauty radiate around you, casting a spell of glamour and sophistication wherever you go. 18KT Rose Gold Rubies Ring: Metal: 18KT ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Emma Chapman 14k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Stacking Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
Ring size UK -N/US -6.75 Dimensions - 8mm x 4mm
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1930s Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color F Clarity VVS2 Cut Transitional modern brilliant round Content 0.03 carat Dimensions Length of Setting 1.322cm/0.52" Width of Setting 1.789cm/0.7" Height of Se...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emma Chapman 14k Yellow Gold PInk Tourmaline Stacking Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
It has 14k embossed motifs on the side of the ring. This ring looks great on it's own or can be stacked with other rings, Size UK -N/US -6.75 Dimensions - 6mm x 5mm with emboss...
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning diamond solitaire ring. Diamond Quality Colour J Clarity VS1 Cut Princess Content 0.55 carat Dim...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color H Clarity SI1 Cut Modern brilliant round Content 0.79 carat Dimensions 5.83mm x 3.69mm Dimensions Height of setting 6.05mm/0.23" Ring Size UK Size N USA Size ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Very rare large Rubellite and diamond ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Addlestone, GB
Tiffany & Co Rubellite and Diamond ring. Set in platinum, with a large pear cut rubellite tourmaline of approximately 6.15 carats With a Halo border of 53 round brilliant cut...
Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum
Emma Chapman 14k Yellow Gold Green Tourmaline Stacking Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
The ring comes in size UK- N/US- 6.75 Dimensions -8mm x 6mm The ring can be resized on request
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.45ct Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, Circa 2000
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color E Clarity SI2 Cut Modern brilliant round Content 0.45 carat Dimensions 4.92mm x 2.95mm Dimensions Height of Setting 7mm/0.28" Ring Size UK Size N 1/2 USA Size...
Diamond, Platinum
Emma Chapman 14k Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Stacking Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
Ring size UK - N/US - 6.75 Dimensions - 6mm x 4mm The ring can be resized if necessary.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamonds 0.45 Carats 18KT White Gold Ring Star Burst Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
DETAILS: Metal: 18kt White Gold Weight: 3.70 Grams Gemstone: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Brilliant Total Carat Weight: 0.45 ct Number of Gemstones:41 Average Colour: F-G Average C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.74 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color D Clarity VS1 Cut Round Brilliant Content 1.70 carats Dimensions 7.78mm (average diameter) x 4.48mm (depth) Supporting Diamonds Color (average...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style Diamond Cluster Ring Circa 2000s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Diamonds: One natural round brilliant cut, 5.0mm, G-H colour, VS clarity, estimated weight 0.47ct Twelve natural tapered baguette cut, average material, estimated total weight 0.25ct...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.20ct Diamond, Platinum and Palladium Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G/H Clarity (average grades) VS1/VS2 Cut Transitional Modern Brilliant Round Content 1.20 carats Number of Diamonds 22 Dimensions Width of se...
Diamond, Palladium, Platinum
Contemporary Certified 7.09ct Oval Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, England
The estimated total weight of the diamonds is 2.10 carats, F/G in colour with VS clarity. For size reference, the ring is currently a UK size N ¾ (EU 54.5 / US size 7), but this...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Diamond Ring 0.38 cts 18 KT White Gold Natural Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Adorn yourself with this masterpiece, and let its beauty radiate around you, casting a spell of glamour and sophistication wherever you go. 18KT White Gold Blue Sapphire Ring: Meta...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond 'Daisy' Ring in 18 Karat Gold & Platinum
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Ring size - 54/N.5/7 Marked - '18Ct PLAT' Total diamond weight - 3.24 carat Total weight of piece - 5.93 grams
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Burmese Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring, 19.15ct
Located in Braintree, GB
The twenty-four surrounding diamonds total 1.55 carats, of G–H colour and VS2–SI2 clarity. The ring is stamped 950 platinum. Dimensions Ring size: UK N · US 6¾ · EU 54 Weight: 14.71...
Platinum
Natural Diamond Ring 1.27 CT 18KT White Gold Natural Green Emerald Ring R18528
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This ring is available on Sapphire Gemstone, Ruby Gemstone and Emerald Gemstone DETAILS: Emerald Gemstone Ring Metal: 18kt White Gold Weight: 6.33 Grams Gemstone: Diamonds/ Emera...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond 15 Carat Multi Gem Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Diamond 15ct multi gem ring. Size M/N
Diamond
Vintage 1.03 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine three stone diamond ring. Diamond Quality Diamond One Color H Clarity P1 Cut Round Brilliant Content...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Antique Pearl and Diamond Rose Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) I Clarity (average grades) P2 Cut Dutch / Old European round Content (total) 0.51 carat Dimensions Length of Setting 9.85mm/0.39" Width of Set...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 4.56ct Aquamarine and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Aquamarine Quality Cut Cushion Content 4.56 carats Dimensions 12.79mm x 8.64mm x 5.39mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Modern brilliant ro...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Diamond Ring by Hammerman Brothers
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Marked - '750' for gold purity and 'HB' for Hammerman Brothers Ring size - 54/N Total diamond weight - 0.75 carat Total weight of piece - 9.3 grams
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Very rare large Rubellite and diamond ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Addlestone, GB
Tiffany & Co Rubellite and Diamond ring. Set in platinum, with a large pear cut rubellite tourmaline of approximately 6.15 carats With a Halo border of 53 round brilliant cut...
Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum
1.66 carat Diamond and Platinum Half Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VVS2 Cut Princess Content 1.66 carats Number of Diamonds 8 Dimensions Width of setting 4.34mm/0.17" Height of sett...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style, White Gold, Diamond & Sapphire Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Ring size - 54/N/7 Marked - '750' for gold purity Total diamond weight - 1.13 carat Total weight of piece - 3.20 grams
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.85ct Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color H Clarity SI1 Cut Old European Content 0.80 carat Dimensions 6.02mm x 5.97mm x 3.38mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) H Clarity (ave...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Portuguese Brutalist Sterling Silver Turquoise and Pearl Ring
Located in London, GB
The interior shank features the prestigious, official Portuguese state Eagle's Head assay hallmark, guaranteeing solid .925 sterling silver composition. M E A S U R E M E N T S...
Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1.05 Carat Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Dimensions Height of setting 6.49mm/0.26" Ring Size UK Size N USA Size 6 1/2 This ring may be altered in size on request to meet your personal requirements.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
English 1.29 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color H Clarity VS2 Cut Old European Content 1.17 carats Dimensions 6.85mm x 6.75mm x 3.42mm Supporting Diamonds Color (average grades) H Clarity (av...
Diamond, Platinum
1.02 Carat Diamond and 18k Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine vintage rose gold cocktail ring with diamonds. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color I Clarity VVS...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1970s Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Modern brilliant round Content (total) 0.18 carat Dimensions Length of setting 1.16cm/0.45" Width of settin...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Dimensions Length of setting 6.22mm/0.24" Width across setting 1.73cm/0.68" Height of setting 4.25mm/0.16" Ring Size UK Size N USA Size 6 1/2 This ring may be professionally adjust...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and White Gold Half Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Baguette Content (total) 0.34 carat Number of Diamonds 20 Dimensions Width across setting 1.9cm / 0.7" Wid...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.42 Carat Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine G color solitaire ring. Diamond Quality Feature Diamond Color G Clarity VS1 Cut Cushion Content 1.13...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.