Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Oval Shaped Art Deco Style Mosaic Cocktail Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.20 g.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,100Sale Price|21% Off
Natural Black & White Diamonds & Crystal Art Deco Style, Victorian Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and one of a kind, Black and White Diamonds & transparent Crystal Art Deo style, Victorian Cocktail Ring set in 14K Gold & Silver 925. The weight of the clear Crysta...
Crystal, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Art Deco 18K White Gold Star Sapphire Diamond Ring, 20.04ctw, Size 10
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A striking example of Art Deco design, this 18 karat white gold ring commands attention with its bold structure and captivating centerpiece. At its heart sits a natural oval cabochon...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Mixed Metals 14 and 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Art Deco engagement ring. In an illusion setting. With a small, single diamond prong set in a 14k white gold bridge supported by an 18k yellow gold shank. Simply a wo...
Diamond, Gold, Mixed Metal
Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total weight: 2.06 g.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Blue Tanzanite & Diamond Art Deco Style Target Hexagon Shape 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An 18k white gold Art-Deco design diamond and Tanzanite target ring, center diamond with an outer ring of round diamonds an inner one of French cut Tanzanite and finished with millgr...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Inspired Style Octagon 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An white gold Art-Deco design diamond and ruby target ring, center diamond with an outer ring of round diamonds an inner one of French cut rubies and finished with millgrain edging, ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,625Sale Price|25% Off
Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Five Stone Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Art Deco–style five stone ring is a striking harmony of elegance and bold design.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Art Deco Diamond Swan Ring with Ruby Eye, Size 8
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant ladies’ ring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and features a graceful swan motif, symbolizing beauty and elegance. The design is adorned with nine round brilliant-cut ...
Diamond, Ruby
Floral Flower Petals Green Emerald & Diamond Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Weight: 5.4 g. (approx. total weight) Center Gemstones Type: Emerald Shape: Round Size: 4.8 mm.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1960s French Art Deco Style Sapphire 1.72 Carat Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning and unusual sapphire and diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. This Art Deco style ring has a substantial domed navette shaped 18k white gold sett...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
c1920s Vintage Art Deco Diamond Band Sz 5.75 Platinum Braided Ring Eternity
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage Art Deco era ring (circa 1920s), crafted in 900 platinum. Single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.65 carats (estimated at I-J color and VS2-I1 clarity). The ring ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
18K Gold Engagement Ring, Calibrated Rubies and Diamond Paving Art Deco Style
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Elegant and radiant, this engagement ring in 18K gold features a beautifully executed setting of calibrated rubies totaling 1.20 carats, forming a glowing halo around a center paved ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Perfect for the customer who desires a standout, luxurious piece that combines vintage glamour with modern artistry. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total wei...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Flower Clover Halo White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Total weight: 4.70 g.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
An Art-Deco Style 5-Stone Half-Hoop 0.65ct Diamond Ring. English hallmarks.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
An Art-Deco Style Five-Stone Diamond Ring, Set with 5 round transitional cut diamonds of 0.65ct in total, of very good colour and clarity Total item's weight: 2.9gr.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond & Black Octagon Onyx Art Deco Style Halo Unique 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco style diamond and onyx halo ring. A total of .28 carats of diamond are set in octagonal shaped onyx.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Concentric Target Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total weight: 6.35 g.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$1,310Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Yellow Diamond Ring 18K Gold Cocktail with Blue Sapphire (#28)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brilliant Art Deco Style Ring Bold Impressive Statement Ring Center is Natural Yellow Diamond surrounded with Natural Blue Sapphire. All stones are Natural 18k Two Tone Gold (White ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1.53 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.53 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold Art Deco dress ring; part of our diverse antique Art Deco jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond & Blue Sapphire Multiple Row Eternity 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Weight: 5.20 g.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$718Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Art Deco Classic Gold 0.22ctw Old Diamond Milgrain Open Work Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Can be removed upon request. The inner ring helps the ring from turning and spinning due to its weight) Ring Width: 11.5mm (0.45") (top of the ring - north to south), 1.6mm (bottom o...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring Set 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful ring set Art Deco with a center natural GIA certified round diamond weighting 0.86 carat G/12 & surrounded by approx 0.64 carat diamonds around.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,000Sale Price|38% Off
1925 Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Ring with AGS Report
Located in Lexington, KY
This dazzling Art Deco ring's crowning glory is an icy white round-cut diamond weighing 1.24 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold "Zig-Zag" Art Deco Inspired Ring With Diamonds - Size 7
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a large 18k white gold ring in an art deco style with a "Zig-Zag" design. The ring sports one hundred and fifteen 1.5mm diamonds totaling ~1.72ctw, graded at VVS2/H quality. ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.80 Carat Aquamarine Engagement Ring. Round Aquamarine Round Diamond Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 1.80 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Round Cut Secondary Stones: Diamond Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Stone Set...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Green Peridot & Pink Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art Deco Total weight: 4.90 g.
Diamond, Onyx, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring Mined .30ct Original 1940's 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from the 1940's Diamond Engagement Ring .30ct 14K Yellow & White Gold Genuine Natural Mined .20ct F VVS Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Center ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,497Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Oval Cut Citrine White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is inspired by Art Deco. This Ring is available also in 14 or 18K Yellow or White Gold.
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.08 CTW Diamond Pavé Milgrain Stacking Ring in 14K Gold, SI1+ Art Deco Band
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by vintage Art Deco design, this 14K gold diamond pavé band features delicate milgrain detailing that adds texture, character, and timeless charm to the piece. Set with nine...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Kinsley-Kovsky White Gold Vintage Engagement Ring, Circa 1930s
Located in North Attleboro, MA
A stunning 15-diamond Art Deco vintage engagement ring set in 14k white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 2.05 CTW Diamond Platinum Lily-Of-The Valley Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing 1.30 carats total - M color with VS2 clarity Bead set in a grooved square form head with a pierced twisting ribbon surround With a pierc...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum
Ladies 14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Half-Moon Diamond Ring, 0.06ct, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant ladies’ ring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with a refined, contemporary design. At its center sits a graceful half-moon-shaped plate in 14 karat white gold, adorned...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This three stone ring is a collection of old cut diamonds, the centre weighs 0.40 carat and the two adjacent weigh 0.20 carat each. All the diamonds match in quality, estimated as H ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamond & Rainbow Sapphire Art Deco Style Mosaic Set Target 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Weight: 4.50 g.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 7 Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring Wedding Engagement Cluster Cocktail
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning and dramatic Antique Art Deco Diamond Wedding Engagement Ring in 14 Karat White Gold with seven gorgeous round Diamonds of superb brilliance.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Black Onyx Art Deco Style Triple Shank Halo 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 5.82 g.
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 2.85 CTW No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Bombé Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion cut sapphire weighing approximately 1.35 carats - transparent medium blue Natural Ceylon (Sri Lankan) in origin with no indications of heat treatment Bezel set to...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Style Diamond & Green Emerald Halo Set Engagement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Weight: 3.60 g.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Platinum and 9 Carat Gold Twist Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This rig holds three diamonds. The central diamond measuring 5pts and the two smaller stones measuring 3pts each. Modelled in 9 carat gold and stones set in platinum star settings. ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Diamond & Ruby Fancy Cut Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Bombay White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.00 g.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Fancy Cut Halo Art Deco Style Engagement White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 2.76 g.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D. Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
A Sophia D. Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style ring, featuring a 1.26-carat round diamond center stone, complemented by a rich 0.90-carat ruby and additional diamonds totaling 0.36 car...
Diamond, Ruby
Peridot Diamond Art Deco Style Dome Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant round peridot at the center, surrounded by delicate rose-cut diamonds that add a beautiful twinkle. The design evokes the elegance of a blooming flower, with the peridot’s ...
Peridot, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Pink Tourmaline & Ruby Diamond Halo Cut Art Deco Style Statement White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 6.80 g.
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D. 1.94 Carat Diamond, Onyx, and Emerald Art Deco Ring in Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
The ring size is 6.5 and available for resizing. Sophia D by Joseph Dardashti LTD has been known worldwide for 35 years and are inspired by classic Art Deco design that merges with ...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Inspired Style Floral Cluster White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Total of five center diamonds form a flower with a ruby trim design for a beautifully feminine sparkle that’s the perfect finishing touch to a special gift. Ring Information Style: A...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Floral Cluster Ring & Earring Lover White Gold Set
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Each features center diamond cluster form a flower with a ruby trim design for a beautifully feminine sparkle that’s the perfect finishing touch to a special gift. Ring Information S...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Art Deco Ring with Diamond & Blue Sapphire - Size 3.25
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a Vintage 14k White Gold Art Deco Style Ring featuring One 0.5ct. F/SI2 Round White Diamond Center & ~0.24ctw of H/I2 Round White Diamond Accents.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k white gold Art Deco diamond and sapphire 3 stone ring with diamond accents.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,200Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Floral Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total weight: 3.50 g.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Halo Art Deco Inspired Style 18K White Gold Shield Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 6.50 g.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Two Stone Ring by Gubelin, circa 1920
By Gubelin
Located in London, GB
Art Deco fancy light yellow diamond two stone ring.
Yellow Diamond, White Gold
Green Emerald Black Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Square Shape White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
White gold Art Deco style emerald, onyx, and diamond ring, centrally set with a round emerald with in an octagon shaped black onyx frame, surrounded by eight grain set diamonds total...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Orange Citrine Diamond & Red Ruby Art Deco Style Halo 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An enchanting gemstone meets a classic mounting in this distinctively gorgeous Art Deco style jewel. The round honey-colored citrine is framed by round diamonds.
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
.40 Carat Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Art Deco Platinum diamond engagement ring. EGL certified transitional brilliant cut .40 carat center stone with 6 single cut accent diamonds. 1 Center diamond: original tra...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,276Sale Price|20% Off
1.702ct Art Deco Vintage White Diamond Cluster Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Art Deco Style Diamond Cluster 18k Yellow Gold Handmade Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Fan Art Deco Style Oval Shaped 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A vintage Art Deco style halo ring with a .07 carat round shape diamond for its center with French cut blue sapphire set with fan style design and further diamonds halo.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Turquoise and Onyx Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The combination of diamond sparkle, rich turquoise, and black onyx captures the timeless elegance and geometric beauty of Art Deco style. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K...
Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.