Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Ring Description: A striking sapphire centers this ornate 18 karat white gold ring, framed by a delicate arrangement of brilliant diamonds in an elegan...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Maurice Tishman Art Deco 0.40 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a round transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 0.35 carat - G color with VS clarity Bead set in a square form head atop a fancifully dimensional gallery with pierc...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Art Deco Style Filigree Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicately crafted in an elegant floral bloom design, this Art Deco style ring features intricate diamond filigree work that beautifully captures vintage charm.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.10 Total Carat Weight Diamonds Eternity Ring Platinum 950
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco 1.10 Total Carat Weight Diamonds Eternity Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous Art Deco ring holds a centre diamond measuring 25pts and a total of 1carats worth of diamonds. Each Ruby measures 5pts and all stones are set in platinum. Ring Size: O...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
18k ART DECO Diamond solitaire ring. 18k Large diamond engagement ring. 1920s
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Excellent little engagement ring. Stunning center diamond with a lot of sparkle. You can see this guy sparkle from a distance. Made sometime in the 20s. Diamond accents and xxxs acce...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Pearl Five Stone Filigree Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Pearl Five Stone Filigree Ring. This beautiful natural pearl ring is crafted in platinum. The top of the ring has five graduated pearls on...
Natural Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco Sterling Silver and Marcasite Statement Ring circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Art Deco sterling silver rectangular ring set with faceted marcasites, and decorated with millgrain edging decoration. Ring size UK O / US 7, inside diameter 1.8cm, and the front is ...
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Platinum Five Stone Diamond Ring, Circa 1930, 1.50 Carats
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco ring from the 1930s features five transitional cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.50 carats, each radiating with soft brilliance and vintage charm. With H-I color an...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 2.68ct VS1 Diamond and Sapphire Cocktail Ring GIA
Located in New York, NY
This antique Art Deco cocktail ring is crafted in fine metal and features a stunning 2.68 carat diamond graded VS1 clarity, certified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). T...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 2.95 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 2.95 carat diamond solitaire ring in platinum; part of our antique engagement ring collection.
Diamond, Platinum
3.68ct Natural Tourmaline Ring in 14K Gold, Art Deco Design
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 3.68 Carat Natural Tourmaline Ring – 14K Gold, 5.2g / 0.17 t oz
Nature's most chromatic gemstone, tourmaline presents colors across virtually the entire visible spe...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Art Deco Diamond & Platinum Orange Blossom Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Art Deco period band ring. In platinum. Prong set with 7 small round cut white diamonds and engraved with orange blossom decoration around the band.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1930, 0.30ct
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This graceful Art Deco ring features five luminous pearls, each measuring approximately 3.80 mm, set in an elegant linear arrangement.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
1930s Antique 2.49 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated rectangular, Art Deco style ring is ornamented with two feature pavé set Old European round cut diamonds, displayed within a central rectangular setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 18kt Gold & Platinum Ring with Diamond & Synthetic Ruby
Located in Aventura, FL
This elegant Art Deco navette ring is crafted in 18kt yellow gold with a platinum top and features a vivid synthetic ruby at the center. Accented with four natural diamonds totaling ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Ruby Hexagon Ring, Circa 1960, 1.28ct
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking ladies' ring is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features a bold hexagon-shaped design adorned with eight genuine round rubies. The vibrant gemstones are prong-set across...
Ruby, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.75 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Style Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Stunning with color and sparkle, this wide wedding art deco style wedding band proclaims her sophistication.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Sapphire Engagement Ring Platinum Solitaire 1ct Antique Original 1920
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1920s Vintage 1.00ct Sapphire Platinum Solitaire Art Deco Engagement Ring Featuring a Gorgeous 1.00ct Genuine Natural Blue Round Sapphire Center 100%...
Sapphire, Platinum
White Gold marquise ring, beautiful Art Deco with sapphire and diamonds
Located in Chorzów, PL
A unique vintage ring - an Art Deco marquise with sapphire and diamonds.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
$7,182Sale Price|30% Off
Art Deco GIA Certified 0.70 Carat Diamond Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Presenting our Art Deco GIA Certified 0.70 Carat Diamond Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring, a masterpiece that embodies elegance and sophistication.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Revival Gold Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Blue Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring. Center securely nestled with a Hand set 0.60 Carat Round Sapphire, accented by Diamonds, approx. 0.10tcw. Hand ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum GIA 1.32ctw Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Circular Cut - Dual Prong Set - G Color - SI1 Clarity - 0.97ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Inf...
Diamond, Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Dome Ring with 0.36ct Diamonds, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in rich 14K yellow gold, this stylish dome ring features a bold yet refined design. The front-facing dome is adorned with 18 round brilliant-cut diamonds, pavé-set for a cont...
Diamond
Art Deco Natural Round Diamond Full Eternity Engagement Band in 18K White Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Crafted for the discerning eye, this luxurious Art Deco-inspired full eternity band features approximately 0.46ct of natural round-cut diamonds, expertly set in 18K white gold with a...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Diamond and Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 0.60 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold set cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage estate jewelry collections. This impressive b...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Portuguese 1940s/1950s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, by Portuguese goldsmith Carlos Joaquim Xavier, 1940s/1950s. This jewel features a vibrant green circular emerald weighing ap...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Art Deco Black Enamel Diamond Ring Setting, 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant ring setting is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and features a refined, contemporary design with black enamel detailing. Measuring approximately 11.5 x 9.5 mm, the setti...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
5.09 Carat Ruby Art Deco Style Mosaic Statement Coomi Ring
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning Art Deco Style Mosaic Statement ring from Coomi set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold with Ruby weighing approximately 5.09cts and Diamonds 0.19cts, brought to you from the Luminosity...
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond Ring GIA Certified .58ct Platinum Antique Original 1930s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1930s Vintage GIA .58ct Diamond Platinum Art Deco Engagement Ring Featuring a SPECTACULAR GIA Certified .58ct I/SI1 Round Brilliant Cut Natural Mined...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring, 18k White Gold, 1.34 Carats
Located in Honolulu, HI
Art Deco diamond engagement Ring with 1.04 carat center diamond.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Five-Stone 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Five bright glistening diamonds sit fabulously on top of a simple open work setting modelled in 18ct gold. The diamonds total 70pts. The largest measuring 30pts. Ring Size: R or 8 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$18,800Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Roulette Wheel GIA Certified Diamond Emerald & Onyx Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Monte Carlo Art Deco roulette wheel engagement ring centers on a 1.50 carat diamond GIA certified as D color, the highest grade attainable.
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Diamond & Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.08 g.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.30ct Diamond Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a charming platinum engagement ring from the Art Deco era. The ring is centered with sparkling round cut diamond that weighs approximately 1.30ct.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
14k Solid Diamond Ring Bands Half Eternity Ring Art Deco Birthday Diamond Bands.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Diamond Ring Bands Half Eternity Ring Art Deco Birthday Diamond Bands. Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification IGI, BIS hallmark Diamond ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond, 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This panel ring has a classic Art Deco design and the diamonds alongside the platinum work perfectly. The diamonds all have a wonderful sparkle and really catch the light. The diamon...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Mabe Pearl, Enamel and Diamond Ring, Attributed Boivin
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Art Deco Mabe Pearl, Enamel and Diamond Ring, Attributed to Rene Boivin from the 1920's. Set in silver with a large domed mabe pearl and stepped design on diamonds running dow...
Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Platinum Star Sapphire Diamond Ring, Circa 1930s, 0.18ctw
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in platinum for durability and timeless appeal, this beautifully detailed ring is a size 4 1/2 and is a wonderful example of vintage craftsmanship and distinctive Art Deco de...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond, 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This panel ring has a classic Art Deco design and the diamonds sit in the platinum perfectly. The diamonds all have a wonderful sparkle and really catch the light. The diamonds total...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.70ct IGI Certified Diamond Ring in 18K Gold, Women's
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.70 Carat Diamond Ring – 18K Gold, 5.34g / 0.17 t oz
Architectural precision meets sparkling brilliance in this refined ring that combines the geometric clarity of...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
French Art Deco Sapphire and White Gold Stylized Bombé Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco sapphire and white gold stylized bombé ring in the industrial style, featuring graduated collet-set sapphires on both sides, in 18k. France. Maker's mark for Ste. P.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k White Gold Filigree Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This Art Deco solitaire is a fine example of a filigree solitaire engagement ring crafted in 14 karat white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Art Deco Mabe Pearl Ring, Circa 1970, 16.5mm
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold, this distinctive ring showcases a beautiful 16.5mm round cream-colored Mabe pearl as its centerpiece. The pearl’s soft luster is highlighted by ...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 0.72ct Marquise Diamond Ring, 18K Gold, Art Deco Style
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.72 Carat Diamond Ring – 18K Gold, 5.72g / 0.18 t oz
Elongated, elegant, and unmistakably sophisticated, the marquise cut has graced royal collections for centurie...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 0.38ct Diamond Ring in 14K Gold, Art Deco Style
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.38 Carat Diamond Ring – 14K Gold, 6.26g / 0.2 t oz
Understated confidence and polished elegance define this refined diamond ring, where the quiet brilliance of a ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco 0.33 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Scrolling Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring transitional cut diamonds bead set to front in a row Weighing approximately 0.33 carat total - eye clean and bright Accented by engraved scroll motif profile and shank Comp...
Diamond, Platinum
0.90 CT Champagne Diamond Art Deco Ring 18k & Natural Ruby (#9)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brilliant Art Deco Style Ring. Large bold look. 18k White Gold approx 5.70 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
In the centre of this cluster ring is a royal blue sapphire weighing 0.40 carat. It is claw set and surrounded by dazzling diamonds. The diamonds are transitional cuts and have a com...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Platinum and 18 Carat Gold Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This panel ring holds seven diamonds. The central diamond measuring 5pts and the diamond total of this ring being 17pts. Modelled in 18 carat gold and stones set in platinum. Size: ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.52 Carat Diamond Platinum Vintage Scrolled Wheat Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a transitional cut diamond weighing approximately 0.52 carat - I color with VS clarity Set by wide prongs with a puffed round gallery pierced with scroll motif Flanked by c...
Diamond, Platinum
2 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in Platinum
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite cocktail ring showcases a stunning natural sapphire, weighing approximately 2 carats, set in a sophisticated Art Deco-inspired design.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Platinum Step-Cut Diamond Ring, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and architectural vintage diamond cocktail ring crafted in luxurious platinum, showcasing a geometric multi-level design evocative of Art Deco and Brutalist influences.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Pearl and Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Pearl and Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous Art Deco pearl engagement ring is crafted in platinum. This ring features a beautif...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Art Deco Style Diamond Honey Comb Filigree 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Diamond set shoulders add the final flourishes to this delightful ring. 14K White Gold Ring. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.60 g.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Diamond-Accented Akoya Pearl Ring, 1980
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite 18K yellow gold ring combines the timeless elegance of a lustrous white Akoya pearl with the sparkling brilliance of twelve round diamonds. The centerpiece, an 8.92mm ...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Art Deco style diamond ruby platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A bold tribute to the glamour of the 1930s, this Art Deco–style ring centers on a luminous 0.39 carat transitional cut diamond. Its balanced proportions and lively sparkle bridge ant...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond-set Snake Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1929, 18k, London, England. The double snake rings speak of "the two of us", and traditionally signal fidelity, friendship, and trust. Featuring a sleek design underscored by ....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring in 14K White Gold, Art Deco Style
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 3.91 g.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An exquisite Art Deco inspired engagement ring showcasing a round diamond of H color and SI clarity, framed by richly saturated French cut sapphires and a halo of sparkling round dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k 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.
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