Saltwater Pearl Ring
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s European Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Palladium
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s American Retro Cocktail Rings
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Modern Cluster Rings
Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1840s Early Victorian Cluster Rings
Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s European Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Cocktail Rings
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Cluster Rings
Garnet, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
1990s Japanese Fashion Rings
Pearl, Silver
2010s Swiss Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Other, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings
Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
1990s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Opal, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, White Gold
Vintage 1970s French Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Swiss Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Natural Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century American Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Cocktail Rings
Natural Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Engagement Rings
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Solitaire Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950s British Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Antique 1870s Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s European Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023What pearls symbolize in a wedding ring is a matter of personal opinion. Some people associate pearls with sincerity, so a wedding ring that features them may mean a person takes their vows seriously. Others believe pearls are a symbol of purity and innocence. Pearls may also represent being loyal to one's spouse or promising to live harmoniously with them. On 1stDibs, find a collection of pearl wedding rings.
- How long does a pearl ring last?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How long a pearl ring lasts depends on how well you care for it. Protecting your ring from chemicals and taking it off before you perform tasks like house cleaning can help to extend its life. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of pearl rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, pearls are good for engagement rings. Pearls symbolize loyalty, integrity, generosity, and purity which makes them a fitting choice for an engagement. However, pearls have a hardness of 2.5-3 on the Mohs scale, meaning they are easily scratched and not ideal for everyday wear.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The white pearl is a symbol of new beginnings, purity and innocence, making this natural gem ideal for bridal jewelry. While a pearl isn’t suited to an engagement ring because of its softness, it makes for a lovely cocktail ring, necklace or earrings. Shop a collection of authentic white pearl jewelry from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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