Hasbani Diamonds 6 Carat Bespoke Heart GIA Diamond Platinum Full Eternity Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire...
2.70 Carat Natural Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 2.70 Carat Natural Emerald Cabochon and 0.82 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum 0.25 Carat Round Diamond Twisted Love 4 Prong Bespoke Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
2.63 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 2.63 Carat Natural Emerald and 2.07 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.797 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning Halo Engagement Ring featuring a 0.797 Carat Natural Emerald and 0.45 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.71 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning Halo ring featuring a 0.71 Carat, Natural, Emerald and 0.78 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum Engagement 0.68 Carat Round Diamond Bespoke Twisted Love 4 Prong Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
Platinum Engagement 0.82 Carat Round Diamond Bespoke Fancy Twist 4 Prong Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.94 Carat Platinum Engagement Round Diamond Bespoke Fancy Vine 4 Prong Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
Platinum 0.40 Carat Round Diamond Twisted Love 4 Prong Bespoke Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.50 Carat Round Diamond Bespoke Twisted Love 4 Prong Platinum Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.20 Carat Platinum Engagement Round Diamond Solitaire Twist Bespoke 4 Claw Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.02 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a 1.02 Carat Natural Ruby and 0.94 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.10 Carat 18 Karat Engagement Round Diamond Trilogy 4 Prongs Three-Stones Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Favourite classic, This trilogy ring representing past, present and future, Is made with three 0.70 carat diamonds with a total weight of 2.10 carat H / J Color, clarity VS / SI1, a...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.83 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.95 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.20 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement RIng
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.68 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.45 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
2.18 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.70 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.50 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat White Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.68 Carat Round Side Band Diamond Solitaire 18 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
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18k Ring Solid Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Oval Ring Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18k Ring Solid Gold Ring Diamond Ring Emerald Ring Emerald Oval Ring Gold Fancy Ring This 18K solid white Gold Emerald / Diamond contemporary ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Rose Gold
2 Carat GIA Certified Pear-Shaped Diamond Double Ring 18KT Gold Bespoke British
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This exceptional bespoke double diamond ring has been expertly designed to be worn either together as a striking paired set or separately for refined versatility. Handcrafted and des...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.40 Carat Round Diamond Twisted Love 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
0.95 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Prong Love Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.20 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Prong Engagement Love Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Available in a variety of gemstones such as Emerald, Ruby, variety of colored Sapphires (Orange, Green, Pink, Blue and Yellow), Amethyst, Garnet, Green Tourmaline.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.10 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 1.104 Carat Natural Emerald and 0.67 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat, Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 1.00 Carat Natural Emerald and 0.91 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.51 Carat Vivid Green, Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 1.51 Carat Natural Emerald and 1.15 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
4.61 Carat Colombian, Muzo Color Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 4.61 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 2.10 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.66 Carat Colombian, Muzo Color Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 1.66 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 2.00 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Snake Ring Silver Serpent Emerald Ruby Double Head Sculptural Vintage
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Solid silver Gemstone: Emerald, ruby, and a marquise cut transparent stone ( Diamond or White Sapphire ) Color: Silver Design: Two intertwined snakes with emerald and ruby...
Emerald, Ruby, Aquamarine, Silver, Sterling Silver
0.90 Carat Natural Vivid Green Emerald and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 0.90 Carat Natural Emerald and 1.20 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.81 Carat Natural Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.817 Carat, Natural Padparadscha Sapphire and 0.62 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum
1.35 Carat Natural Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a CGL Certified 1.35 Carat, Natural Padparadscha Sapphire and 0.36 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.58 Carat, Unheated, Burmese Ruby & Diamond Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.58 Carat Natural Burmese, Untreated (Unheated) Ruby and 0.62 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.90ct Blue Sapphire & 2.26ct Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Emerald Blue Sapphire Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Eternity Ring is a stunning piece that brings together a vibrant mix of emeralds, blue sapphires, and rubies, set in luxurious 14K y...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
$115,989
X Emerald Fruity Cocktail Ring
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set in platinum with a micro-pavé diamond halo , the ring balances three distinct noble hues with architectural precision.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire
GIA Certified 1.28 Carat Siam Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.28 Carat Natural Siam (Thailand) Ruby and 1.18 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.17 Carat Unheated, African Ruby & Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.17 Carat Natural Untreated, Mozambique Ruby and 0.47 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.00 Carat Natural Pear Cut Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a 1.00 Carat Natural Pear Cut Ruby and 0.35 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.39 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.39 Carat Natural Ruby and 0.55 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.06 Carat Natural Vivid Red Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 1.06 Carat, Natural Ruby and 0.45 Carats of Round Brilliant Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Bespoke Halo Mount for 3-5 Carat Yellow White Diamond Oval Shape Platinum Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Double Halo Diamond Engagement Ring Setting Platinum Yellow Diamond Halo for 3–5 Carat Oval Center A stunning double halo diamond engagement ring setting, crafted in platinum, desig...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Eme...
0.87 Carat Natural Colombian Vivid-Green Emerald & Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 0.87 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 1.12 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.91 Carat Colombian, Pear-Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 0.912 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 0.12 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
8.18 Carat Natural African Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 8.18 Carat Natural Zambian Emerald Cabochon and 1.50 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
X Pumpkin bascket Emerald Ring
Located in Stockholm, SE
For a glamorous Gala, nothing captivates quite like an emerald fruit basket cocktail ring. This extraordinary, conversation-starting piece features a cluster of vivid, responsibly so...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.14 Carat Natural, Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.14 Carat Natural Untreated (Unheated) Ruby and 0.61 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.95 Carat Natural No Heat Sapphire & Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a GIA Certified 4.95 Carat Natural No Heat Sapphire and 1.70 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum. Sapphires have extraordinary durability - they exc...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and 1.04 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Oval Ruby and Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
15 Oval Rubies weighing 8.96 Carats. 1 Oval Diamond weighing 0.47 Carats. Set in Platinum. Also available in Emeralds and Sapphires
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
5.14ctw Ruby and 2.10ctw Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece consists of a 5.14 carats ruby and is accompanied by 29 natural diamonds that total up to 2.10 carats. It is set in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.08 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Halo Set Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a GIA Certified 3.08 Carat Natural, Unheated Sapphire and 1.61 Carats Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
0.75 Carat Natural Pear-Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning halo engagement ring featuring a 0.75 Carat Natural Pear-Cut Emerald and 0.78 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald Cut Diamond Wide Statement Band Ring Round Brilliant 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Emerald Cut and Round Diamond Wide Band Ring 18K White Gold Natural White Diamonds Diamond Cuts: Emerald Cut & Round Brilliant Diamond Color: E–F Diamond Clarity: VS Setting: Prong S...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18...
2.61 Carat Natural Oval-Cut Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 2.61 Carat Natural Emerald and 1.36 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1.07 Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, P...
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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