GIA Certified Thai No Heat Cushion-Cut Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA certified Thai no heat cushion brilliant cut ruby and diamond vintage cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 18kt Gold Ring with 3.06ct Fancy Yellow Diamond & 9.07ct Ruby
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
S/1 Comes with a HRD (Report number: 16011493001) and GIA (Report number: 2185172485) certificate Ruby: Rubies in total approx. 9.07 ct.
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring GIA. This incredible engagement ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 18K 750 Solid White Gold Natural Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA 18K 750 Solid White Gold Natural Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring Metal Type: 18k Solid White Gold Total Item Weight: 3.2 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Resizable) 1: Primary Stone: Natura...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum GIA 1.1ctw Marquise Burma Vivid Red Ruby w/ Diamond Swirl Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Excellent overall condition. Comes with original GIA certification for the center ruby. Stock Number: MK-73085399 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 223362364...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 11.18ctw Burma No Heat Star Ruby w/ Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Shows some light abrasion on ruby. Excellent condition. Comes with original GIA certification for the star ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage GIA 1.25 carat Burma ruby diamond platinum three stone ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant vintage ruby and diamond three stone ring is a classic 1970’s design, centered by a GIA-certified oval cut ruby weighing 1.25 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.06ctw Round Ruby Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold Size 7.25 Engagement GIA
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Ruby - Carats - 0.92ct Cut - Round Brilliant Color - Red Treatment - Heated GIA - 2231171649 - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.14ctw Cut - Round...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$300,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.5 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A truly exceptional and rare gemstone ring centered by a magnificent natural ruby of extraordinary pedigree, accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report confirming its m...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Cert. 2.14 Carat Natural Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.14 Carat Natural Star Ruby and 1.034 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.14 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.14 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and 1.02 Carat D, Si-2 Diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 6.01ct natural no heat supreme red ruby diamond cluster ring 18kt*
Located in New York, NY
.88ct. Natural GIA "No Heat" Ruby Diamonds ring. Ruby No Heat Classic Victorian Cluster Deco Class.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.42 carat Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ballerina Engagement Ring 14K
Located in beverly hills, CA
GIA Certified Ruby and Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Engagement Ring containing 1.42 carat round Ruby with 1.87 carat tapered diamonds baguette setting stamp...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Square Cushion 2.99 Carat Red Ruby & Tapered Baugette Diamond Ring GIA
Located in San Francisco, CA
This timeless three-stone platinum ring features a one-of-a-kind square cushion 2.99 carat Red Ruby that exhibits a deep red vibrant color. in excellent luster.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 1.99ctw Burma Oval Ruby w/ Diamond Sides East West Dainty Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
We can custom size this ring.) Width: 6.4mm (0.25") (top of ring, north to south at the ruby), 17.4mm (0.68")(diamond to diamond, east to west) - 1.7mm (bottom of shank) Height: 5.9m...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold GIA Certified Oval Ruby and Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Rubies: 3 oval cut = 1.76cttw GIA # 2205267124 Diamonds: 18 round cut = 1.08cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2 Size: 4.0 Width: the top of the ring...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Solitaire Bypass Ring - 18k Oval 1.98ct GIA No Heat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 size for $60 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Not Enhanced Carat(s): 1.98ct Cut: Oval ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3.24 Carat Red Origin Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Cocktail Petite*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.64Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 2175031516 Cushion cut Clean Clarity & Transparent 6.52 X 6.05 X 4.16mm GIA: Red & Prime Origin See report in photo 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .81 Carat Diamond Ruby Halo Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond ruby engagement ring. GIA certified .81 round cut center European Ideal cut diamond, mounted in a Platinum setting with a halo of 8 calibre cut sapphires, accented with 8 rou...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Platinum GIA 1.47ctw Oval No Heat Burma Ruby & Square Step Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Excellent overall condition. Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-460201016 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2516274171 Ston...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Men's Platinum 1.65ctw GIA Burma Round Ruby Diamond 3 Stone Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Excellent overall physical condition. Comes with original GIA certification for the 2 rubies. Stock Number: MK-390115533 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 22...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 18k White Gold 1.80ctw GIA European Diamond French Cut Ruby Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Newer vintage ring. Excellent condition! Comes with original GIA certification for the diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.90 Carat Marquise Ruby and Trillion Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Plantation, FL
A striking and elegant ruby ring centered around a GIA-certified 1.90 carat natural ruby, beautifully fashioned in a classic marquise cut.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 1.36ctw Oval GIA Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Milgrain Modern Design Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-410177596 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2537228191 Stone Shape: Oval Cutting Style: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1 ct Burma Ruby Ballerina Ring, 2ct Diamonds, 18k Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
This ballerina ring is an old Hollywood glamour! GIA certified with a Burma ruby at center.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Platinum 2.35ct GIA Ideal Cut Round Diamond Pear Ruby Accent Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Condition: New custom made ring by Badis Jewelers! Comes with original GIA certification for the diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified Natural Oval Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring 13.29ct 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified 13.29 Carat Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold An extraordinary jewel of distinction, this GIA-certified 13.29 carat natural Mozambique ruby captures t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
New Platinum GIA 1.66ct No Heat Cushion Ruby Solitaire Brushed Matte Finish Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Beautiful New Platinum GIA No Heat Ruby Solitaire in Scalloped Engagement Ring --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Cushion Brilliant Cut - Claw Prong Set - Gorgeous Very Clean -...
Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.51 Carat Oval Cut Burma Ruby & Diamond 18 Karat Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful ring showcases a natural GIA certified 3.51 carat oval cut Burma ruby, elegantly accented with 0.90 carat total weight of sparkling round and tapered baguette diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gia Certified 78.67 Carat Star Ruby and Diamond Bombe 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At its heart lies a breathtaking 78.67-carat round cabochon star ruby, certified by GIA (Report No. 2205820791), showcasing a mesmerizing star effect that shifts gracefully with the ...
Ruby, Diamond, Star Ruby, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified Heart Shape Burmese Ruby, Sapphire with Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
Burmese Ruby 3.01 carats, Blue Sapphire 2.21 carats from Madagasgar with Baguette Diamond 1.25 carats Ring set in Platinum 950 Settings (GIA Certified - Both Stones) Width: 1.0 cm L...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Solid Platinum Large GIA 6.37ctw Oval Ruby w/ Rose Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Excellent overall condition. Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-910854133 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 6237646021 Ston...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.68 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Ruby Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ladies 18K Rose Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring (Size 5.75). The GIA certified Ruby weighs 1.68 carats and the color is "pigeon blood" variety.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 1.66 Carat Art Deco Ruby White Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1920's Art Deco cushion cut Ruby and white diamond engagement ring. Cushion cut bezel set 1.66ct ruby mounted in a platinum setting with two baguette cut side diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum GIA 1.86ctw Clean Cushion No Heat Ruby w/ Baguette & Round Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-46089090 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2235667865 Stone Shape: Cushion Cutting Style...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified No Heat Burma Carved Ruby Diamond 4.69 Carat Rose Gold Ring
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your style and make a statement with this captivating GIA Certified No Heat Burma Carved Ruby Diamond 4.69 Carat Rose Gold Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian GIA 2.50 carat Burma no heat ruby diamond 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful Victorian ruby and diamond ring is a romantic antique design from the 1900’s, centered by a GIA-certified oval double cabochon ruby weighing approximately 2.50 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
GIA Certified 1.30Carat Natural Vivid Red Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Coil Wrap*
Located in New York, NY
Illusion of three rings 1.02ct. GIA Oval Bright Red Ruby Report: 5151332654 (VS) Clean Clarity & Transparent. 6.64 X 5.00 X 3.45mm GIA: Heat (Minor) .28ct side round diam...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage GIA 1.12 carat no heat ruby diamond 18k yellow gold bombe ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful vintage ruby and diamond bombe ring is a bold 1980’s design, centered by a GIA-certified oval brilliant cut ruby weighing 1.12 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond Art Deco halo engagement ring. From the early 1900's exquisite piece features a vibrant 1.04ct oval ruby mounted in a three tiered platinum mounting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco style GIA 1.63 old European cut diamond ruby platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant Art Deco style engagement ring centers on a 1.63 carat old European cut diamond, certified by GIA #2536480081, showcasing a warm K color paired with crisp VS2 clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Peter Suchy Gia Certified 2.76 Cart Ruby Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Purple red ruby and diamond engagement ring. 1935-1940's GIA certified oval 2.76cts ruby set in a 18k white gold diamond halo setting with accent diamonds along the shanks.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Ruby Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful bright red 1.03 carat round Burma ruby and diamond three stone ring. This ruby is certified by the GIA as simple heat with country of origin being Myanmar mine known tor th...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Star Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Star Ruby 11.24 carats, Pink Sapphire 1.74 carats, Purple Sapphire 2.29 carats and Diamond 0.92 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 2.0 cm Length:...
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Gia Certified 1.51ct Rare Asscher Cut Vivid Red Ruby 2.00ct Diamonds Ring 18k*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.51Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5171034909 Octagonal cut (asscher cut) Excellent color stability Pigeon Blood Red.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,784Sale Price / item|20% Off
GIA Certified Natural Heated Round Ruby and Marquise Diamond 14K Rose Gold Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted in 14K solid rose gold, the warm tone of the gold beautifully complements the rich red ruby and the brilliance of the diamonds. Accompanied by a GIA certificate for the ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Oscar Heyman GIA 17.33 carat no heat yellow sapphire ruby diamond platinum ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exceptional Oscar Heyman Brothers ring is a remarkable Mid Century jewel, centered by a GIA-certified cushion cut yellow sapphire weighing an impressive 17.33 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Natural Oval Burma Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
The ring is masterfully crafted in 18k yellow gold. This gorgeous Ring comes with GIA Ruby Origin Report, stating the Ruby to be Natural Ruby, heated.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.02 Carats Cushion Cut Ruby & Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful three-stone engagement ring, showcasing a GIA certified 4.02 carats cushion brilliant cut ruby, set on four claw prongs.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.62 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond & Ruby Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous three-stone engagement ring, showcasing a 1.62 carats emerald cut diamond certified by GIA as E color and VVS1 clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Victorian Gold 3.5ctw GIA Old Mine Cut Diamond Cushion Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Excellent overall condition. Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-610383815 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2235900479 Ston...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA-Certified 15ct No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA-Certified No Heat Afghanistan Ruby Diamond Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.06 carats with Diamond 0.92 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 0.7 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 7.60 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold GIA 1.85ctw High Quality Oval Ruby & Diamond Cluster Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Excellent overall condition. Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-610120394 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 5232845138 Ston...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Burmese Ruby and Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring, 1.45 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite ruby and diamond ring will make every day feel like a special occasion! It features a 1.45 carat super fine Burmese ruby that boasts incredibly vivid, bright red color...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Natural No Heat Burmese Ruby and 0.535 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.06 Ct GIA Round Diamond Round Emeralds Rubies Italian Flag Platinum Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Italian Flag Lover GIA Certified 1.06 Round diamond, G color, IF clarity, Internally Flawless with Triple Excellent Specs. a stunning classic, incredibly beautiful diamond set in a ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
Rare GIA Certified 7.91 No Heat Afghanistan Ruby 18K Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Report Number 2231362473 Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Cushion Extremely Rare Afghani No Heat Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unisex Vintage 14k Gold 2.75ct Rectangular GIA Burma Bezel Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
It features an elongated octagonal step cut, GIA certified, natural ruby neatly bezel set at the center.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
New 18k Gold 3.37ct GIA Elongated Cushion Ruby & Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This ring comes with the original GIA certification which indicates that the ruby stone is 100% natural and originated from Thailand.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
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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