Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This elegant Art Deco floral ring features a radiant round ruby at the center, symbolizing passion and beauty.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond and Onyx Art Deco Style Dinner Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 4.16 g.
Onyx, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Blue Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Flower Engagement White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 5.20 g.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1.32 Carat Diamond and 14 Karat White Gold Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique diamond ring has been crafted in 14k white gold. The pierced decorated Art Deco ring setting is ornamented with three millegrain decorated...
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond & Emerald Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.00 g.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Men’s 1.50 Carat Diamonds Channel Setting Wedding Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Style Men’s 1.50 Carat Diamonds Channel Setting Wedding Band Ring. The ring features 12 white diamonds in SI clarity very eye clean and white. The ring is stamped A/14k and ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Style Dinner Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A captivating choice for a love that’s anything but ordinary. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Total weight: 4.02 g.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald & Ruby Onyx Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 4.54 g.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,600Sale Price|44% Off
Sophia D Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Platinum Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in platinum with fine milgrain detail, this ring captures the signature contrast and symmetry that define the Art Deco era.
Diamond, Onyx
Antique Art Deco 1920s Tiffany & Co. 1.00 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Old European cut Diamond center stone weighing approximately 1.00 carat and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds surrounding it weighing approximately a tot...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Curved Waves White Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Perfect for those who cherish beauty with a romantic, vintage flair, this ring is a treasure to behold. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Weight: 4.80 g.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art-Deco Five-Stone Diamond (0.25ct) 15K Gold Half-Hoop Ring Signed & Hallmarked
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
securely set in intricate “pierced” half-hoop setting (rising 4.5mm above the finger) within elegantly raised shoulders Rounded 2.5mm band is crafted in 15K Yellow Gold, Stamped ...
Diamond, 15k Gold
Blue Aquamarine & Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A true statement of elegance, this piece is perfect for those who cherish classic beauty and refined details. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.10 g.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Emerald Sapphire Fancy Cut Halo Art Deco Style Rose Flower Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 2.60 g.
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond Emerald & Sapphire Onyx Marquise Shape 18KW Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 4.30 g.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aquamarine Sapphire Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Scalloped Engagement Ring in 18K
Located in Bangkok, TH
A breathtaking symphony of contrasting textures and color, this magnificent Art Deco inspired ring commands immediate attention.
Diamond, Aquamarine, Onyx, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$735Sale Price / item|30% Off
"Art Deco Style" 14 Karat Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Art Deco Style" 14k rose gold pink tourmaline and diamond ring, 1 round pink tourmaline of gem quality weighing .80pts. and 8 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing ....
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
.50 Carat Total Weight Art Deco 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: 14 Karat white gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.5 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .50 Carat Total Weight Cut: Transitional Round Color:...
White Diamond, White Gold
Antique Signed Art Deco 18k Gold & Amethyst Filigree Ring with Lovebirds
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco ring. In 18k white and yellow gold. By the Art Deco period jewelers Baskin Bros. of New York, New York.
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ralein Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Crest Ring, Unisex, 9mm Wide
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This sophisticated ring is finely crafted in 18K yellow gold, offering both brilliance and enduring quality. The design features a distinctive Ralein-style form, measuring 9mm at its...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central emerald is so bright and beautiful and measures 40pts. Sat either side it are pairs of bright shimmering old mine cut diamonds each measuring 7pts. The ring is modelled i...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Amethyst Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This captivating Art Deco engagement ring features a round amethyst set in a sleek bezel, showcasing its rich purple hue.
Diamond, Amethyst, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Floral 0.40ct Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco diamond engagement solitaire ring in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Late Style French Ring White Gold 18k Emerald and Diamond
Located in MADRID, ES
Fantastic French ring late Art deco, 1940-1950 made 18kt white gold. Gallery and beautiful rectilinear details engraved with a burin. 3 Emerald oval and pear cut Total 0.45 cts. AA+ ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Cocktail Cluster Ring .20ct 18K Original 1920's-1930's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1920's-1930's Art Deco Diamond Cocktail Cluster Ring .20ct 18K White Gold Features 7 Genuine F-H/VS-SI Antique Single Cut Diamonds Creates the Lo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Total weight: 3.20 g.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Gold Art Deco Silver topped Hallmarked ring circa 1930s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
14 Karat Gold Cluster Pave set Diamond ring All authentic 1930s American Hallmarked Finger size 8 Total Diamond Weight: appx 1/2 carat Weighting 7.4 gram Hallmarked 14 Karat yell...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Silver
Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Style Cross Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total weight: 4.17 g.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,720Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Platinum Ring with Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire Charm, 1920s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This lovely Art Deco Charm is from the 1920's and it is beautiful. I placed this on a Platinum band which is size 6.25 but it can be sized up or down. This charm is a lady with a f...
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Frog Ring with Diamonds and Rubies, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This whimsical ladies’ ring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and features a charming frog motif, combining playful design with fine craftsmanship. The frog is adorned with seven ro...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
14K White Gold 3 Carat Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring 1925 Art Deco
Located in Lexington, KY
The blue Zircon and engraved white gold make this ring truly unique and special. 14K White Gold 3 Carat Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring 1925 Art Deco 1925 Art Deco 14k white gold ...
Diamond, Blue Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Cluster 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Art Deco style Ruby and Diamond Ring is absolutely divine.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Style Target Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Dazzling Art Deco–inspired ring, centered with a brilliant round-cut diamond that radiates timeless sparkle.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style Platinum Ring with 3.90 CTW in Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
This exquisite Art Deco style ring showcases the era's love for geometric precision and bold design, expertly crafted in lustrous platinum and featuring a magnificent 1.40-carat roun...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$4,032Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Inspired Diamond with Sapphire Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Art Deco style ring with round cut diamonds and baguette cut sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Three Stone Blue Sapphire 1.33 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Beautiful Modern/Art Deco Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$7,880Sale Price|20% Off
FRENCH 1925 Art-Deco Platinum Cocktail Ring With 4.88 Ctw Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A French art-deco cocktail ring. This is a beautiful cocktail ring created in Paris France during the art-deco period, back in the 1925.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Diamond & Emerald Art Deco Style Swirling Fancy Cut Halo 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A mesmerizing ensemble of diamond and emerald, a swirling engagement ring. This Art Deco inspired, handmade masterpiece centers upon a round cut diamond approximately 0.25 carat, sur...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 18k Gold Ruby Emerald Diamond Pagoda Ring, Circa 1930s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The Art Deco pagoda Emerald and Ruby ring was all the rage during the early 1930's. The 1930's brought back a fascination with all things Asian. The 1920's focused on all things Egyp...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style 1.02 Carat H/SI Diamond & Sapphire Engraved Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An intriguing revivalist Art Deco diamond engagement ring. A blazing, brilliant 1.02 carat solitaire sits regally in a sapphire kissed stepped pyramid dome.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Fancy Cut Halo Art Deco Style Engagement White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The sparkle continues to its edges with round diamonds. This Art Deco inspired ring is a perfect piece for an engagement ring, or to commemorate an anniversary. 14K White Gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
ZEI Art Deco Style 0.50 Carat Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Zei 0.50 tcw Diamonds 14k White Gold Engagement Ring. Beautifully mastered design making the center diamond standout without hiding any beauty from the diamonds surrounding it. The r...
Diamond, White Gold
Blue Aquamarine & Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An Art-Deco design aquamarine, blue sapphire, diamond and onyx target ring, center aquamarine with an outer ring of round diamonds an inner one of French cut blue sapphires and onyx ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peridot and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Combining bold style with delicate craftsmanship, this piece celebrates love, individuality, and enduring beauty in every detail. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White G...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Platinum and 9 Carat Gold Panel Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous panel holds three sparkly diamonds set in platinum and the rest of the ring is modelled in 9 carat gold. The stones total 10pts and are set in star settings. Size: O ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic cluster ring holds a central sapphire and diamonds around the edges. The sapphire is a deep blue colour and measures 35pts and the diamonds total approximately 55pts. Fu...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic cluster ring holds a central sapphire and diamonds around the edges all set in platinum. The sapphire is a deep blue colour and measures 40pts and the diamonds total app...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 14K North South Old European Cut Diamond Ring 3.80cttw Sz5
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautifully made hand crafted 14k Art Deco ring beautifully set with approximately 3.80cttw in larger, well matched Old European cut diamonds being G-I in color and Vs1-2 in clarit...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art-Deco 0.35ct Diamond Solitaire with Accents 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of timeless Solitaire with Accents design this piece is Art-Deco, from 1930’s Centrally 4-claw set with Sparkling Round Brilliant Cut Diamond of 0.20ct. approx.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Finelli 14K White Gold Art Deco Diamond Halo Engagement Ring, Size 5.5
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful engagement ring is 14k white gold. The semi mount is a product of Finelli. The center stone is a 5mm cubic zirconia. The halo and side stones are 1/3 ctw in natural r...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Marquise Diamond and Ruby 18 Carat White Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This absolute stunner holds approximately 54pts in total of shimmering Diamonds! They have a wonderful sparkle. The ruby at the centre measures 60pts.This lovely shaped ring is a gre...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A deep Blue Sapphire takes center stage in this Art Deco–inspired engagement ring, radiating timeless elegance.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
18k Natural Yellow Diamond & Red Ruby Ring white gold Art Deco vintage (#8)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco Style Ring Elegant with a statement Center is Natural Round Yellow Diamond surrounded with Natural Ruby (leaning towards light yellow) Sides have natural white Diamonds All...
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,959Sale Price|20% Off
Exquisite 14K Yellow Gold 2 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring, Art Deco Style
Located in New York, NY
Discover the enchanting beauty of this exquisite diamond cluster ring, showcasing a stunning arrangement of sparkling diamonds and marquise-cut stones on a luxurious gold band. The c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond and Enamel Art Deco Style Ring in 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant round Ruby shines at the heart of this Art Deco–inspired ring, set elegantly in a bezel.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
$1,890Sale Price / item|30% Off
Art Deco Style Sapphire and Diamond Elongated Oval Cocktail Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 4.23 g.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Halo Vintage Inspired White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Weight: 2.40 (approx. total weight) Center Gemstones Type: Diamond Shape: Round Average Color: G Average Clarity: VS Size: 3.5 mm.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Filigree Ring of 18k White Gold, Circa 1920-1930
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A refined jewel from the Art Deco era (1920-1930), this vintage engagement ring showcases a .53 carat round brilliant diamond of exceptional quality (F color, SI1 clarity) set in a f...
Diamond, 10k Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Platinum and 18 Carat Gold Panel Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous panel holds three sparkly diamonds set in platinum and the rest of the ring is modelled in 18 carat gold. The stones total 11pts. Size: K 1/2 or 5 1/2 Panel Dimensio...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Diamond & Emerald Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Floral Halo White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The Diamond Emerald Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Floral Halo Ring in 18K White Gold is a warm hug for your finger, radiating timeless elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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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