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Vintage 18K Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 18K Gold Ruby Diamond Ring Marked: 18K Approximate Dimensions: 5.25 cm (Ring Size) 11.5
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18K 1.36CT Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Ruby diamond halo ring set on 18k gold. Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stone: Natural Ruby Stone Shape
Category

2010s American Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1.88ct Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
Gold, White Gold • Gold GR: 3.02 • 0.44ct Natural Diamond • 1.44ct Natural Ruby Diamond • Diamond
Category

2010s European Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1.14 Total Carat Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
1.14 Total Carat Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring -Metal Type: 18K White Gold -1.02 Carat Pear Cut
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Style Ruby & Diamond Hand Carved Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Carved Ring 18ct Gold Victorian Style- Set with Fabulous Rubies & Diamonds in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Ruby & Diamond Cluster Vintage Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Ring Summary ♥ Main Stone: Ruby & Diamond Approx. Carat Weight: 65cttw Ruby Carat Weight: .50ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
A STUNNING red ruby diamond ring! GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful Ruby Diamond Three Stone Ring, featuring three rich oval cut rubies with a scintillating
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.53 Carat Natural Burma Ruby & Diamond Accented White Gold Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 1.53 Carat Natural Burma Ruby & Diamond Accented White Gold Ring Metal: 14k white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

1.28 Carat Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simply beautiful Ruby Diamond Ring with a Round Cut 0.68 Carat Burmese Ruby which is surrounded by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Ruby & diamond bypass swirl ring in 18k gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Ruby & diamond bypass swirl ring in 18k gold with 0.50 carats in G-H color, VS clarity diamonds and
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Hallmarked Birmingham- date letter has
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Ruby & diamond cluster ring in 14k yellow gold with approx. 1 carat in G-H color, VS clarity
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Chester 1897 Beautiful Victorian
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Ballerina ruby & diamond ring in 14k yellow gold with approximately 1.28 carats in round and
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Sonia B. 18K White Gold Ruby Diamond Four Leaf Clover Ring
By Sonia B
Located in Flushing, NY
Sonia B. 18K White Gold Ruby Diamond Four Leaf Clover Ring Marked: 750 Sonia B. Approximate
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Modern Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A feminine ruby-diamond second hand ring, its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Oval shape Ruby and 6 round cut Diamonds mounted on white gold Ring. Oval shape Ruby size: 6.10 x
Category

Early 2000s Aesthetic Movement Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Ruby Diamond Ring
Ruby Diamond Ring
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0.90 Carat Ruby Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simply beautiful Ruby Diamond Ring with a Oval Cut 0.59 Carat Burmese Ruby which is surrounded by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tulip Design Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Abstract tulip design ruby & diamond ring in 18k yellow gold. Size: 9.5. Ring length: 18.4mm
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

2.99 Carat Ruby Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning Ruby Diamond Ring with a 2.45 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and 28 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

2.18 Carat Ruby Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Diamond Three-Stone Ring with Rubies that weigh 1.62 Carats and center Ruby measures at 7.5 mm
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
alternating, natural rubies & diamonds. Each stone framed in its own little square with a crimped, gold edge
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

0.97 Carat Ruby Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant and dainty Ruby Diamond Ring can be a modern Engagement/Promise ring. It has a natural
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

0.91 Carat Ruby Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simply beautiful Ruby Diamond Ring with a Oval Cut 0.54 Carat Burmese Ruby which is surrounded by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

1.7 Carat No Heat Ruby Diamond 18K White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Goettingen, DE
1.7 Carat No Heat Ruby Diamond 18K White Gold Cluster Ring Classically cluster ruby diamond ring
Category

Vintage 1960s German Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.10 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Engagement Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ballerina Ruby Diamond Ring with a Oval Cut 0.68 Carat Ruby which is surrounded by 12 Round Cut
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 4.07 Carats Oval Burma Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Art Deco Inspired Extremely Elegant Vintage Inspired Oval Ruby Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

French Modern Ruby Diamonds Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
the ruby : about 1.06 carat, total weight of the diamonds : about 0.42 carat. Height : 9 mm, width
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Modern Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. A feminine ruby-diamond daisy ring, its flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
Natural Pear shape 2.55 Ruby and 0.78 Carat white diamonds set in 14 Karat yellow gold.The Ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby Diamond Ring
Ruby Diamond Ring
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1.14 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.14 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring The center stone is a natural 0.81
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA .68ct Ruby & Diamond Ring In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
GIA .68ct Ruby & Diamond Ring In Yellow Gold This ring is a gorgeous piece crafted in 18kt yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
. Set with a natural ruby & diamond cross centre with pretty, hand carved shoulders set with natural
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

Estate 2.75 Carat Vintage Ruby Diamond Ring Platinum and 18K
Located in US
Vintage 2.75 Carat Vintage Ruby Diamond Ring Platinum and 18K Primary Stone: Natural Ruby(heated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique Victorian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Marquise Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Fabulous, Victorian marquise
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Cushion Ruby 14 Karat Gold Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat white gold oval Ruby diamond halo ring, containing 1 GIA cushion cut ruby of gem quality
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Boat Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Ring Beautiful Boat Shaped Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1894 UK Size Q
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18k Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Bold and Elegant. Set with a Cabochon-Cut Ruby. Encircled by Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds. Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Platinum Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Plaque / Tank Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Rubies & Diamonds in a Beautiful Geometric Setting. Ring Measures Approx Height 11.7mm & Width 17.2mm
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Bypass Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold 2.5cts in Diamonds, 3.00cts Rubies
Located in Surfside, FL
Lovely bypass ruby & diamond ring in 18k yellow gold with approxiimately 2.5 carats in diamonds and
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Modern Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Shape Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Ruby diamond second hand ring, its shuttle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Diamond Solitaire ring. Platinum PT900 Genuine Ruby Diamond Eternity band.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Ruby Solitaire with Diamond Band ring. Genuine Ruby bezel set with Diamond set eternity shank
Category

1990s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Boat Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
ring. Set with beautiful, natural rubies & diamonds. Mounted in an 18ct yellow gold, tapered band
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

0.27 Ct Ruby Diamond 18Kt White Gold Round Cocktail Halo Ring Art Deco Style
By Damati
Located in New York, NY
0.27 Ct Ruby 0.85 Ct Diamond 18Kt White Gold Round Cocktail Halo Ring Crafted in 18 kt White Gold
Category

2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Ruby Diamond Ring Oval Shaped Rubies Five & Diamonds
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Fabulous, Oval Shaped Victorian Ring
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring 14kt Yellow Gold Natural Untreated Ruby Cabochon
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning ruby & diamond cocktail ring made with oval cabochon (100% natural and untreated ruby) in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified ruby & diamonds ring set in platinum. Oval cut ruby: 5.03 carats
Located in Surfside, FL
GIA Certified ruby & diamonds ring set in platinum. Brilliant oval cut ruby: 5.03 carats, with 2
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Platinum

French Modern Art Deco Style Ruby Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
oval ruby. On both sides, a geometric decoration is formed by 3 lines of modern brilliant- cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Natural Ruby Diamond Ring 14k Gold 6.32 TCW GIA Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 14k Gold 6.32 TCW Size 6.5 and
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.83 Carat Oval Cut Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring and Band
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simply beautiful Ruby Diamond Ring with a Oval Cut 1.33 Carat Ruby which is surrounded by 53 Round
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Edwardian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring With Hand Carved Shoulders
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1911 Makers Mark A B R Os Set with
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Peter Suchy .69 Carat Ruby Diamond Angel Skin Quartz Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby Diamond Angel Skin Quartz Platinum engagement Ring. 1 EGL certified, Old European cut .69cts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, Platinum

Ruby Diamond Platinum Band Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
-8.524 Gold Weight(Gms)-8.076 Diamond Wt(Cts)-0.8 Ruby Wt(Cts)-1.44
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.94 Carat Natural Vivid Red Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Origin
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Ruby & Diamonds ring. Classic Three's All Rubies are certified & origin. 2.11ct
Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Ruby Diamond RIng
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
This ruby and diamond ring features a rich red ruby flanked by a pair of baguette diamonds for a
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

1930's Ruby & Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold and Old Miner Cut Diamonds
Located in Hicksville, NY
1930's Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold and Old Miner Cut Diamonds - VEG#13 Details
Category

Vintage 1930s Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clover Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
rubies : 1,50 carat approximately. Total weight of the main diamond : 0.20 carat approximately. Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three-Stone Oval Burma Ruby Diamond Ring 1.36 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Handmade three stone ruby diamond engagement ring. Crafted in 18K white gold and starring a sweet
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Three-Stone Oval Burma Ruby Diamond Ring 1.36 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Handmade three stone ruby diamond engagement ring. Crafted in 18K white gold and starring a sweet
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Ruby and Diamond Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of ruby and diamond engagement rings. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1063 vintage editions and 807 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Art Deco and Modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to ruby and diamond engagement rings. DGI, Harbor Diamonds and Roman Malakov each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for oval cut ruby and diamond engagement rings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and cushion cut alternatives. Most of our ruby and diamond engagement rings for sale are for women, but there are 422 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Ruby and Diamond Engagement Rings?

Prices for ruby and diamond engagement rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $300 and can go as high as $960,000, while ruby and diamond engagement rings, on average, fetch $6,493.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.

Questions About Ruby and Diamond Engagement Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, rubies are good for engagement rings. The stone's rarity, beauty, and durability make it a prized gem. These red gemstones represent romance, wealth, and success -- perfect for celebrating an engagement.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a ruby engagement ring means is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Some people believe rubies represent love, passion and desire, but historically, the gemstone meant nobility and courage. The gem is also the birthstone for July. Find a selection of ruby gemstone rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    No, an engagement ring does not have to be a diamond. Although diamonds are popular, rings featuring other gemstones like sapphires, rubies and emeralds can serve as engagement rings, and it's even possible to choose a ring made entirely out of precious metals with no gemstone accents of any kind. There really are no rules when it comes to engagement rings, so feel free to select any ring that appeals to you. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No, an engagement ring doesn't have to have a diamond in it. There really are no rules when it comes to engagement jewelry, so any ring that appeals to you can signify your intention to marry someone. Alternatives to diamond rings include simple band rings formed of precious metals and gemstone rings featuring rubies, emeralds, sapphires and other stones. Explore a diverse assortment of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, engagement rings can be without diamonds. Many people prefer engagement rings that feature other types of gemstones. Alternatives to diamonds include sapphires, emeralds, rubies, moonstones, citrines, amethysts and topazes. Truly, any type of ring that appeals to you can serve as your engagement ring. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Black diamonds can make good engagement rings because they symbolize authority, power and passion. They also can be less expensive than clear diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    What it is called when an engagement ring has diamonds on the band depends on the style of the setting. Accent stones are smaller diamonds that flank a central stone, while halos are diamonds that encircle the main stone. A ring with diamonds set in a crease along the sides of the band has a channel setting. Pavé rings feature many small diamonds placed close together along the band. Find a wide range of diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Black diamond engagement rings are popular for many couples. An antique, new or vintage black diamond engagement ring is an edgy, dramatic choice. Just keep in mind that with diamonds, it's all about sparkle, and the darkness of a black stone obscures its fire and brilliance. If the inky opacity of a black diamond seems a bit extreme and you'd like a little light to shine through, consider a gray diamond, which can be cut for maximum brilliance. Brides with a taste for the cool and unusual might also consider salt-and-pepper diamonds, which have white and black inclusions that produce a silvery gray, speckled look. Find black diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The three diamonds on an engagement ring mean friendship, love, and fidelity or past, present, and future.This type of ring is also called a Trinity or trilogy ring.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While diamonds signify love and devotion, a yellow diamond is meant to also signify knowledge, intellect and wisdom; it’s also seen as a hue of happiness and cheer. Receiving a yellow diamond engagement ring still signifies everlasting love much like a clear diamond, but it also is meant to bring an element of happiness and certainty—this is what makes it a popular diamond color for engagement rings. You’ll find a variety of yellow diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Although trends in bridal jewelry change over time, pear-shaped diamond engagement rings tend to remain popular. Jewelry makers have produced pear-shaped diamonds since the 15th century, when a Flemish diamond cutter named Lodewyk van Bercken first mastered the technique. Many people love the sparkle of the cut and find its mix of curves and points to be visually appealing. Find a diverse assortment of pear-shaped diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Yes, salt and pepper diamonds can be good for engagement rings. Many people find the unique coloration of the gemstones to be visually appealing and appreciate them as an alternative to classic white diamonds. Although the inclusions that give salt and pepper diamonds their speckled appearance slightly weaken them, the gemstones are still strong enough to hold up to the effects of daily wear. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of salt and pepper diamond engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether black diamond engagement rings are bad luck depends on a person's individual beliefs. In Italy, rubbing a black stone like a black diamond is considered good luck by some people. However, in India, black diamonds are a traditional symbol of bad luck. Find a variety of diamond engagement rings on 1stDibs.