Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Old Mine Diamond Flush Set Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Old Mine Diamond Flush Set Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The center holds an old mine cut diamond a...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique German Ring natural 5ct. Star Ruby Diamonds solid 14K Gold ØUS7.5/ 3gr
Located in SE
German Ring from ca 1920s -1930s with natural beautifully Purple natural Star Ruby stone 8.75mm x 7.75mm x 6mm /ca. 5 ct with minor flaws accented with 4 Diamonds. Ruby shows distin...
Diamond, Star Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.8ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 7.25/ 3.8gr
Located in SE
Old Ruby and Diamonds Ring hand - made in ca. 1920s- 1930s. Swedish, hallmarked 18K, maker's, Stockholm, year marks not present because of sizing done in the past. Band in solid 18 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
2.45 Carat Unheated Burma Ruby Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent ring showcases a 2.45-carat unheated Burmese ruby of exceptional quality, flanked by two half-moon cut diamonds of F color and SI1 clarity totaling 1.03 carats. The ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18kt Gold Ring GRS 2.19 Ct Burmese Pigeon Blood Vivid Red Ruby & 1.5ct Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous fine 18kt White Gold Ring With 2.19ct Burmese Mogok Pigeon Blood Ruby and 1.5ct Diamonds, With GRS Swiss certificate! Ruby: Natural Burma Ruby, 2.19ct, Oval shape, Brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
18K yellow gold ring, gemstone and natural diamonds
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
18K yellow gold ring, with a central gemstone and two natural diamonds on the sides. Total weight of the jewelry: 6.71 grams Total weight of diamonds: 0.36 carats Center stone: Ty...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.4 ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6US/ 2.7 gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold band with braided shoulders holding old diamond cut natural Rose Red Ruby and 2 old diamond cut Diamonds. Not hallmarked ,metal tested solid 18K. The...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 4.00 Carat No Heat Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
White Diamond, Ruby
1964 Nordic Ring 0.3 ct Ruby 0.22ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 7.5 US/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
Elegant Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters holding oval cut natural Rose Red Ruby and 2 brilliant cut Diamonds. Custom made in Sweden, Stockholm, hallmarked 18K. H...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Certified Untreated 4.40 Carat Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Center: 4.40ct + Mozambique Ruby, Untreated Vivid Red Please inquire fo...
Ruby
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Certified Burma No Heat Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, details, and any question...
Ruby
2.79 Carat Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
With its classic three-stone style and refined craftsmanship, this ring is perfect for both everyday wear and special occasions.
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4 Carat Vivid Red NO HEAT Ruby Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
4.00-Carat Vivid Red NO HEAT Ruby Unheated – Mozambique – GIA Certified Experience the pinnacle of rarity and beauty with this extraordinary 4-carat natural ruby, exhibiting the cov...
Diamond, Ruby
Natkina White Pearl Emerald Ruby Diamond White Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White 14K Gold Ring Diamond 6-RND57-0,06 ct- VS1 A Diamond 75-RND57-0,52 ct- VS1 A Pearl d 9,5-10,0 1-0 ct Size US 6.5 It is our honour to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that re...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 2.50 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From The Vault At Emilio Jewelry New York, Main stone: The nicest ruby you will ever see! Its a dream come true. 2.50 carat mozambique pigeons blood ruby of excellent color, clarity...
Ruby, Platinum
Antique 10k Triple Band Ruby Sapphire Diamond ring. Gypsy Diamond bezel set into
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage from the 1910s Size: 8 US Materials: Gold Gemstone: Ruby Gem Color: Colorless Style: Minimalist Very unique Mens or Womens ring/band. Triple gem with Rubies Sapphires and D...
Emilio Jewelry Certified 7.00 Carat Vivid Red Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum vault at Emilio Jewelry, Located On New York’s Iconic Fifth Avenue: Showcasing a magnificent pigeons blood Mozambique ruby set in The center. The center itself is jus...
Ruby, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Certified 7.89 Carat Untreated Burma Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, GRS certified as vivid red pigeons blood. No Heat and untreated. Burma M...
Ruby
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Gubelin Certified 6.00 Carat No Heat Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry, a dealer located on New York's iconic 5th Avenue, Center Stone: a magnificent Gubelin and Grs certified uneheated Mozambique ruby weighing ju...
Ruby
GIA Certified 1.26 Carat Untreated (No Heat) Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.26 Carat Natural Untreated, Burmese Ruby and 0.761 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meani...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.46 Carat Emerald with Ruby & Diamond Set in White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
The Emerald set with brilliantly white and vibrant natural diamonds as well as rich red round cut rubies. Finished with dazzling diamonds and emeralds & Ruby's provides the perfect ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Gold
GRS Unheated 4.04 Carat Cushion Cut Ruby in Platinum with Diamonds
Located in La Jolla, CA
GRS Certified 4.04 Carat Unheated Cushion Cut Ruby in Platinum Three- Stone Ring with Diamonds Ruby and Diamond Ring features a Natural Cushion cut Ruby weighing 4.04 carats with tw...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Certified 5.50 Carat No Heat Mozambique Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a certified no heat Mozambique Ruby weighing 4 carats, of gorgeous rich red color. This piece was Hand made in the Emilio Jewelry Atelier, whom specializes in rare collec...
Ruby
Emilio Jewelry Certified 15.00 Carat Untreated No Heat Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring an exceptional ruby weighing over 15 carats! Origin: Mozambiq...
Ruby
Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 5.00 Carat Untreated Pigeons Blood Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Emilio Jewelry Museum Vault, Showcasing a stunning certified 5.00 carat unheated/untreated vivid red-pigeons blood clean ruby set in the center. The side stones are sapphire...
Ruby
1970 Silver Plated Synthetic Ruby Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Embrace the enchanting spirit of the 1970s with our exquisite Silver-Gold Plated Ring, adorned with three vibrant synthetic rubies and sparkling synthetic diamonds. This timeless pie...
Silver Plate
Emilio Jewelry Certified 8.00 Carat No Heat Emerald Cut Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Showcasing the most spectacular Emerald cut ruby center just over 6.15ct...
Ruby
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Certified No Heat Untreated Vivid Red Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. This item has been appraised by the exp...
Emerald, Ruby
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Certified 5 Carat No Heat Vivid Red Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault At Emilio Jewelry New York, Center Stone: Grs certified as pigeons blood no heat mozambique origin, over 5.00 carat Vivid to Deep Red (PIGEON BLOOD) CUSHION Set...
Ruby
Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified 8.00 Carat Vivid Red No Heat Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum vault at Emilio Jewelry, Located On New York’s Iconic Fifth Avenue: If you have another design in mind please share it with us. Please inquire for additional details,...
Ruby
Emilio Jewelry 3.50 Carat Certified Vivid Red Pigeons Blood Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From The Vault At Emilio Jewelry New York, A gorgeous breathtaking elongated ruby certified by C.Dunaigre as Vivid Red pigeons blood weighing over 3 carats. The ruby is very clean se...
Ruby
Emilio Jewelry Certified 8.00 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeons Blood Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. Featuring one of the most spectacular ...
Ruby
AGL Certified 1.76 Carat Pigeon's Blood Red No Heat Classic Burma Ruby Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified 1.76 Carat Cushion Cut Pigeon's Blood Red No Heat Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold. Set with a round cut diamond halo and two trillion cut side stones. The ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Leon Mege Micro Pave Platinum Ring with Certified 1.06 Ct Emerald-Cut Ruby
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Three-stone ring with a 1.06-carat natural gem Thai ruby, certified by AGL CS1074721 and two natural rubies, tapered-baguettes 0.43-carat total.
Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
Victorian 0.80ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Victorian carved shank trilogy ring features a stunning Columbian emerald at its centre. The emerald is 0.80 carat in weight and cut in a classic emerald cut shape. Fl...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural Ruby Emerald Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø6US/ 1.9gr
Located in SE
Ring for every day in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with 3 natural stones : Red Ruby, Green Emerald and Blue Sapphire of old European diamond cut Ø 2.5 mm / ca. 0.1 ct each . Total...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 7.50 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
Ruby
Manfredi 18 Karat Yellow Gold Green Chrysoprase and Diamond Ring
By Manfredi
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Manfredi 18 Karat Yellow Gold Green Chrysoprase and Diamond Ring Size 5- This elegant ring features one green chrysoprase gemstone (13 mm x 11 mm), one marquis cut ruby and ...
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.41 ct Natural Muzo Green Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GRS Certified 1.41 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 0.06 Carats of Diamonds made in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of year...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Ring natural 1.25ct Sapphire 0.8ct Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.5 / 9gr
Located in SE
Vintage Ring with three stones in solid 18K Yellow Gold.
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Starburst Ring, Celestial, 1899, Size 4.25, 18K
Located in Upland, CA
About This Ring: Add a touch of enchantment to your collection with our Antique Celestial Ring. This stunning piece boasts a rare old mine cut diamond with a large culet, surrounded...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 1.28 Ct Oval Cut Burmese Pink Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 1.28 carat Burmese pink sapphire and 0.76 carat diamond, 22 karat yellow gold trilogy ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry coll...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 7.00 Carat Untreated Ruby
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, This ruby is only for whom expects the very BEST OF THE BEST and nothing...
Ruby
1.63 Carat Natural Royal Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring Made in 18K White Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.63 Carat Natural Sapphire and 0.22 Carats Diamond Accents set in 18 Karat White Gold. Sapphires have extraordinary durability - they excel in hardness ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified Burma No Heat Ruby
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring one of the rarest Natural Rubies in the world. This ruby has r...
Ruby, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Certified 8.80 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Main Stone: 7.60 carats Red OVAL" Matching: white diamonds totaling abo...
Ruby, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Certified 10.00 Carat No Heat Pigeons Blood Museum Quality Ruby
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. This item has been appraised by the exp...
Ruby
GIA Certified 3.00ct Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications: Fancy Light Natural Yellow Diamond with 3.00ct with GIA Certificate Natural Triangle Cut Diamonds with approx. 1.08ct Quality: D-E in Color and VS1-2 in Clari...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Mahenge Spinel 8.99ct Pinkish Red Pear Cut Trillion Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Monaco, MC
Mahenge spinel and diamond three-stone ring in platinum, centering an 8.99-carat natural pinkish-red spinel of Tanzanian origin, certified by the American Gemological Laboratories (A...
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
0.87 Carat Natural Vivid Green Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 0.87 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 0.65 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands o...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.14 Carat Natural Vivid Green Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 2.14 Carat Natural Emerald and 0.65 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of years. Emeralds have a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
BENJAMIN FINE JEWELRY 0.89 cts Round Brilliant Emerald with Diamond 18K Ring
By Benjamin Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
From Benjamin Fine Jewelry, a renowned and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Heart of Bangkok. Positioned strategically to cater both, local and international clientele. Add...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,480Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 1.94 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural 1.94 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry This exquisite three-stone diamond ring features a stunning marquise-cut center diamond, gracefully fl...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$7,584Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural 1.94 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural 1.94 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry This exquisite three-stone diamond ring features a stunning marquise-cut center diamond, gracefully fl...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Ruby 0.99ct & Diamond Three Stone Ring, UK Made
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A classic 18k white gold ruby and diamond three stone ring. The ring features an oval cut ruby weighing 0.99ct set in a four claw mount.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$22,800Sale Price|40% Off
GIA Certified 2.61 Carat Unheated Ruby and Oval Diamond and Platinum Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Unheated Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring Gorgeous and highly sought Purplish Red Ruby weighing 2.61 Carats with No Heat Treatments flanked by 2 Oval Diamonds of D color and VS Cla...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Ring 3 natural Sapphire Red Blue Yellow solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.25
Located in SE
Antique Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold band with Platinum /or White Gold clusters holding 3 natural old European cut Sapphires. Sapphire in Blue of medium intensity Ø 3.75 mm / ca 0.2...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Red Ruby Diamonds Vintage Style Vertical Three Stone 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A vintage inspired Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring. This yellow gold ring is set vertically to the center with three square shaped rubies in bezel set surrounded by eight diamond h...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry SSEF Certified 20 Carat Royal Blue No Heat Burma Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, The only one of its kind! Burma Sapphires and Rubies are amongst the rar...
Sapphire
Garrards & Co Art Deco 2.09ct Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in Banbury, GB
This fabulous Art Deco ruby and diamond three stone ring is sure to make an absolutely stunning engagement ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
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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