18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning band is set in 18k white gold setting and weighs 5.8 grams. There is a beautiful 1.14 carat ruby in the center surrounded by 0.07 carats of diamonds. 18K White Gold Di...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,374Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 1.15 Carat White Diamond Oval Cut Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has a 0.85 Carats Oval Cut Ruby. This Ring is available also with a central Emerald or a central Blue Sapphire.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
3.15 ct Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring, GRS Certified, No Heat
Located in Roma, IT
This exceptional ring features a vivid 3.15 carat natural ruby from Mozambique, certified by GRS with no indications of thermal treatment.
Diamond, Ruby
Art Deco Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring, Calibré-Cut Ruby Panel, circa 1930´s
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A timeless jewel, equally suited for a collector of fine period jewellery or as a distinctive statement ring. Details • Period: Circa 19350(Art Deco) • Metal: Platinum • Weigh...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
ARAYIAN 1.33-Carat Ruby with Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Ruby – 1.33 carats Diamond – 0.76 carats Gold – 4.63 grams A perfect 1.33-carat ruby engagement ring, set with a halo of round diamonds. Ideal as a gift for someone special or a tr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique Victorian ring centers on a richly saturated 1.00 carat oval cut ruby, embraced by a glowing cluster of nine old European cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$945Sale Price / item|44% Off
14 karat Gold Ring with Ruby and Diamonds. Snowflake Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural ruby and diamonds. July birthstone ring. 14k solid gold Total Weight: 3 g.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
$98,000Sale Price|30% Off
GIA Certified 5.19 Carat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Oval shaped Burmese Ruby weighing 5.19 Carats surrounded by 10 Oval shaped Diamonds weighing 3.01 Carats. Ruby certified by GRS as Burma, heated. Diamonds are all certified as D col...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby Ring Ruby 6.8 Carat in 18 Carat White Gold Triangle Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18K White Gold Ruby Ring and Diamonds 18K white gold ring set with a large composite ruby of 6.80 Carats set with 4 double claws supported on either side by a Triangle-shaped diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Ruby .99ct Diamond Ring Platinum Vivid Red Prime*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Ruby Accent Ring. .99ct. GIA Oval Bright Red Ruby Report: 5182151808 (VS) Clean Clarity & Transparent. 6.80 X 4.98 X 3.39mm GIA: Heat - Minor .200ct side ba...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby Ring Ruby 6.4 Carat in 18 Carat White Gold and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Ring 6.4 carat ruby in 18 carat white gold with diamonds 18-carat white gold ring set in its center with a large claw-set ruby weighing 6.4 carats, flanked on either side by two ba...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly beautiful ruby and diamond cluster ring. At the centre of the face we find an oval shaped natural Burmese ruby possessing a vivd red colour tone with no evidence...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Diamond Cluster Vintage Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Ring Summary ♥ Main Stone: Ruby & Diamond Approx.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.10 Carat Natural Fancy Oval Diamond Ruby Ring 14Karat Rose Gold Classic Three*
Located in New York, NY
Oval in the red. .90ct Natural cushion cut diamond ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
$1,826Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Oval Cut Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has a 1.70 Carats Oval Cut Ruby. Size ITA: 16 USA: 7.5 We're a workshop so every piece is handmade, customizable and resizable.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Elegant vintage cluster ring crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, centered with a natural oval-cut ruby weighing approximately 2.00 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Octagonal Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
The white gold face of the ring is further accented with delicate milgrain detailing and diamond-set geometric shoulders, all resting upon a polished yellow gold band Details: Meta...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Ruby Diamond Baguette Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage ruby and diamond cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Solid Gold 1.35ct Bezel Oval Ruby Diamond Open Work Wide Cigar Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Red Color - Brilliant & Great Color - 6.5x5mm - 0.85ctw (approx.) (54) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 0.44 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 0.38 Carats Diamond: 0.06 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US Custom sizing availab...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,900 / item
10.16 Carat Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is set in 10.16 carats ruby & illuminated with .70 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and m...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$31,530Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold cocktail ring is from Divine Collection. This extraordinary piece of jewellery is a detailed combination of beautiful oval natural ruby 2.1 Carat and natural white dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.76 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 2.28 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.48 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.48 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 2.28 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.20 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.7 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.42 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 0.96 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 0.90 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.06 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 3.22 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 2.64 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.58 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 0.32 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 0.28 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.04 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.02 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 0.94 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.08 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.83 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.54 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.29 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.44 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.28 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.16 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unheated 1.02ct Burma Ruby & Diamond 18k Ring - Vintage, Exquisite!
Located in bangkok, TH
An Exquisite Estate Unheated Burma Ruby and diamond Platinum Ring dating from c.1975 and featuring a gorgeous Unheated ruby from the famed mines of Mogok in Burma. The ruby is an exq...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 3.15ct Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is a bold and highly eye-catching gemstone design, centered by a substantial 3.15 carat ruby accented by 1.01 carats total weight of diamonds graded J color and I1 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Ruby Ring with White Diamond Surround
Located in London, GB
The mesmerising octagon ruby at the centre of this unique vintage-style ring was specially selected by a member of the Haruni family and sits resplendent within a circle of round bri...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,799Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby & Diamond Ring Studded in 18k Rose Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Its an elegant ruby & diamond ring studded in 18k rose gold with 4 pieces of oval shaped ruby weight 3.20 carat which is surrounded by 63 pieces of round shaped diamond weight 0.46 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Contemporary ruby diamond platinum and 18k gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vibrant expression of modern jewelry design, this contemporary cluster ring showcases a lustrous oval cut ruby weighing approximately 0.65 carat at its heart.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.0 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ladies Vintage Ring
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
1.0Carat Ruby and Diamond Ladies Vintage Ring -Metal Type: 18K White Gold -1.0Carat Oval Cut Ruby -0.52Carat Baguette Side Natural Diamonds -Size 6.75 Made in New York City
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.56 Carats 10K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.40 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.16 Carats Metal: 10K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Natural Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Ring
Located in Seattle, WA
Era: Late 1900's Metal Type: 14K White Gold Setting Type: Double Halo Ring Size: 7.5 Band Width: 2.8mm Main Diamond Color: G-H/SI, Round Main Gem(s): Ruby Main Gem Carat Weight: 1.00...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.69ct Burma Ruby Unheated & Diamond Ring No Heat GIA Certificate
Located in bangkok, TH
The beautifully made ring contains an array of clean and white diamonds of exceptional quality totalling 1.02ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Elegant 0.23ct Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
A touch of timeless elegance—this refined ring features a single oval ruby totaling 0.17ct in rich red tones, accented by 4 round brilliant natural diamonds totaling 0.06ct (I color,...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unheated Burma 1.36ct Pigeon’s Blood Ruby & Diamond Ring GRS
Located in bangkok, TH
DO YOU KNOW THAT UNHEATED BURMA RUBIES, CERTIFIED BY THE GRS LABORATORY AS 'PIGEON'S BLOOD' ARE NOW THE MOST VALUABLE COLOURED STONES IN THE WORLD? A simply magnificent and utterly u...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4.93 Carat Cabochon Cut Ruby & Oval Cut Diamond Three Stone 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
4.93 carat cabochon cut deep pink ruby ring. Adorned with 2 oval cut diamonds on each side of the shank, 0.40 cttw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Modern 1, 22 Carat Ruby Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum, dog head hallmark. Magnificent contemporary ring, its setting is adorned with an oval ruby set with 4 claws.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 0.76ct Ruby and 0.32ct Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring, circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Romantic Halo Ruby & Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A refined and feminine piece featuring a vivid 0.28ct oval ruby framed in a shimmering halo of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.02 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 0.94 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.08 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.6 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.42 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.18 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 0.96 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 0.90 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.06 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.54 Carats 10K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.42 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.12 Carats Metal: 10K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 0.93 Carats 10K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 0.84 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.09 Carats Metal: 10K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.19 Carats Pigeon Blood No Heat Burma Ruby and Oval Twin Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
An irreplaceable acquisition for the astute jewelry collector. This exquisite Toi et Moi (Twin) ring unites the absolute pinnacle of the gemstone world: a GRS-certified, completely u...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 0.38 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 0.26 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.12 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 6 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.6 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.42 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.18 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.8 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.66 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.14 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7 US C...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.56 Carats 10K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.40 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.16 Carats Metal: 10K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7 US ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unheated Burma 1.36ct Pigeon’s Blood Ruby & Diamond Ring GRS - Mag
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply magnificent and utterly unique Jewel set in solid 18k white gold, and featuring a stunning, completely unheated and untreated pigeon’s blood Ruby from Mogok in Burma weighin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
A Magnificent 4.16ct Thai Ruby & Diamond 18k Mens Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
The beautifully made ring contains an array of clean and white natural not lab diamonds of very good quality totalling 1.72ct.
Ruby
Ruby Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamonds and Ruby 5.01 Carat
Located in Paris, FR
Ring in 18 Carat yellow Gold setting in its center a large Ruby set with Claws weighing 5.01 Carats supported on each side by a Shuttle cut Diamond Dimension 8 x 4.5 mm or approxi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
On the gallery is a stunning hand engraved pattern which adds further character to this ring. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 0.90 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories 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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