14K .57ct Rose Cut Champagne Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold ring featuring a bezel set rose cut pear shape diamond. The diamond has light
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K .57ct Rose Cut Champagne Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold ring featuring a bezel set rose cut pear shape diamond. The diamond has light
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Champagne Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K rose gold Center Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 1.10ct Color: champagne Clarity
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold .39ct Champagne Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K rose gold ring featuring a bezel set rose cut pear shape diamond. The diamond has light
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
10 Karat Rose Gold Champagne Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 10K rose gold Diamond: 16 round brilliant cut = 0.65cttw Color: Champagne Clarity: SI1-2
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
6mm Rose Cut White Sapphire Champagne Diamond Engagement Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ This is a unique ring featuring a colorless and eye clean rose cut white sapphire in the center
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
18 K rose Gold Amethyst Champagne Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
and surrounded on the shoulders by 28 Champagne colored brown brilliant cut Diamonds weighing ca. 2.20
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Morganite & Champagne Diamond Ring in 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Morganite & champagne diamond cocktail ring 18k rose gold. Ring contains 1 large checkerboard cut
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$639Sale Price|50% Off
18k Rose Gold Champagne Diamond Pavé Ring, By THEVAULT15, US 7
By THEVAULT15
Located in Boostedt, DE
Details 18k rose gold Flat diamond pavé drop on top 32 champagne diamonds Comes in our branded stamped box
Diamond, Rose Gold
14k Rose Gold 1ctw White & Fancy Champagne Diamond Double Crossover Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity (53) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Fancy Champagne Color - SI1-I1
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Intertwined Pave-Set White Champagne Diamonds 14K Rose Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
intricate design. Crafted in luxurious 14K rose gold, this ring features a striking crossover pattern
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Butterfly White Champagne Brown Diamonds 14K Rose Gold Statement Fun Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
This elegant ring features a butterfly design crafted in 14K rose gold. The wings are intricately
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold 0.73 Carat Hexagonal Faceted Light Champagne Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 14k Rose gold rustic ring features a 0.73 Carat Hexagonal faceted brilliant light champagne
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Interwoven Pave Set Champagne Brown White Diamonds 14K Rose Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
design with intertwining bands encrusted with shimmering white & champagne cognac diamonds. The intricate
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Giardini Segreti Ring in 18k Rose Gold with White and Champagne diamonds
By Pasquale Bruni
Located in Amsterdam, NL
. Five Leaves Small Flower Ring in 18k Rose Gold with White and Champagne Diamonds. White Diamonds: 0.56
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Rose Gold 3.3ctw White & Fancy Champagne Diamond 15.1mm Wide Domed Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Fancy Champagne Color - 3ctw (approx.) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Champagne Diamond Eternity Band
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Champagne Diamond Eternity Band is handmade and matte finished
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1.12ctw Champagne White Diamond Bypass Ring 14k Rose Gold Size 7.75 Cocktail
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.62ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - F
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Peach Morganite Blue Topaz Champagne Diamond Halo 14K Rose Gold Side Stone Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamonds and Blue Topaz. 14K Rose Gold.
Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold Champagne and White Diamond Ring Size 7-7.25 #15968
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Rose Gold Champagne and White Diamond Ring Size 7 This sparkling ring features nine
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$832Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear Shape Champagne Natural Morganite and Diamond Engagement Ring Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Morganite Size: Approx. 7mm x 5mm Quality: VS Type: High Quality Round Brillant Cut Diamond Quality: D-F
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pave Fancy Champagne White Diamond Ruby Frog Cocktail Animal Fun Rose Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Pave Fancy Champagne White Diamond Ruby Frog Cocktail Animal 18 K Rose Gold Ring 18 Rose Karat Gold
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, R...
14k Rose Gold Rhodolite Garnet and Champagne Diamond Ring Size 8 #13889
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Rose Gold Rhodolite Garnet and Champagne Diamond Ring Size 8 JAGi Certified- This
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Rose Gold
Natural 3 Carat Champagne Emerald-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, GIA Certified
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Three-Stone Engagement Ring featuring a 3.03-carat, Emerald-cut diamond GIA certified as
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,752Sale Price|49% Off
2.15 Carat Fancy Diamond Cut Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.15 Carat Fancy Diamond Cut Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring Stunning Scintillating and Unique
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$2,500
Rose Cut Pear Ring
Located in Weston, MA
pale champagne rose cut diamond set between 0.06ct of white diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Rose Gold GIA Purplish Pink Large Pearl & Round Fancy Champagne Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Complete Info ** (1) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Fancy Champagne Diamond
Yellow Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
13.93 Carat Radiant Checkerboard Cut Amethyst Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Ct Champagne Diamonds The Radiant Checkerboard Cut Amethyst is 13.93 Carats. The ring is a size 6.75
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona Moi et Toi Champagne & Brown Diamond White & Rose Gold Crossover Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
18 karat white & pink gold. Featuring an oval cut champagne diamond weighing 1.33 carats and an
Diamond, Brown Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold...
White and Champagne Diamond Multi Row Domed Band Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7 Experience the epitome of luxury with this white and champagne diamond dome ring
Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Bombe Champagne Diamond Pave Ring, 3/4 Carats in 14k Rose Gold, Stackable Dome
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
ring. The darkly contrast antiquing on the metal around the diamonds makes their champagne warmth glow
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Dark Red Garnet Champagne White Pave Set 14K Rose Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
the shoulders, with pavé-set champagne cognac and white diamonds adding a touch of sparkle and
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Rose Gold 0.58 Carat Champagne Color Trillion Diamond Solitaire
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Earthy design solitaire ring features a 0.58-carat Champagne color Trillion cut Natural
Diamond, Rose Gold
$639Sale Price|50% Off
18k Rose Gold Diamond pavé ring US 8
By THEVAULT15
Located in Boostedt, DE
Details 18k rose gold Flat diamond pavé drop on top 32 champagne diamonds Comes in our branded stamped box
Diamond, Rose Gold
$1,456Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Natural Rose Cut Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Rose Cut Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Natural Rose Cut Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Rose Cut Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,218Sale Price|30% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,350Sale Price|40% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,575Sale Price|30% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,350Sale Price|40% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,280Sale Price|35% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,417Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,410Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,288Sale Price|30% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Rose Cut Diamond & Tanzanite Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
Skull Funny Diamonds and Rose Cut Diamonds Eyes Moustache Ring
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
12g 925 Silver 6.5g 24K Gold 0.1ct Champagne Diamonds 0.4ct Rose Cut Diamonds
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold .37ct Rose Cut Diamond Ring size 7
Located in Big Bend, WI
Victorian 14K yellow gold rose cut diamond ring. The ring features a genuine earth mined round
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,192Sale Price|25% Off
“Capri” Vintage Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond & Sapphire, Ring -18k Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Sapphire, Ruby & Multi Color Rose Cut Diamond & Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Dia...
0.48ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Eternity Band in 18k Champagne Yellow Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cut diamonds. Whether worn alone or stacked with another ring, it exudes sophistication. The band
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$824Sale Price|20% Off
Le Vian 14 Karat Rose Gold Cushion Cut Pink Morganite ⅜ Carat Diamond Arrow Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
champagne colored Nude Diamonds. The ring has a flared band with more Nude Diamonds lining the front. This
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Fancy Light Brown / Champagne Diamond Solitaire 0.85ct, and Pave Ring
Located in London, GB
Beautiful 18 ct Rose gold diamond ring consisting of a glistening round brilliant cut diamond
Diamond, Rose Gold
Annamaria Cammilli "Dune Royal" Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat Champagne Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
weight of three round brilliant cut diamonds is 0.18 carat. Diamonds are G color and VS clarity. Ring is
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Annamaria Cammilli "Dune" Ring with Three Diamonds in 18k Pink Champagne Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
weight of three round brilliant cut diamonds is 0.19 carat. Diamonds are G color and VS clarity. Ring is
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold Morganite & Diamond Ring 12.5g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Custom-made 14k rose gold, morganite, and diamond ring. Stamped 14k and weighs 12.5 grams gross
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
IGI Certified 18K Gold 2.11 CT Yellow & Champagne Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Westport, CT
An original 18K three-tone (white, yellow, and rose gold) twin fancy yellow and champagne natural
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Champagne Diamonds Turquoise Wave Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Deco" Collection Deco Style 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.87 Karat Champagne Diamonds
Brown Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Annellino Italian Fine Jewellery Champagne Diamond Bezel Set 18kt Stacking Ring
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
A 0.17ct Brilliant cut Champagne Diamond has been hand set in a 18kt Yellow Gold bezel setting to
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Pin...
4.02 Carat Round Natural Champagne Halo Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting handcrafted ring showcases a mesmerizing 4.02 carat champagne diamond SI1
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Ligne Vendome Cocktail Ring Rose Gold and Natural Diamonds
By Vendome
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
diamonds of exceptional quality, in a captivating mix of black, white, and champagne hues, totaling around
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose 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 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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