No Heat 2 Oval Blue Sapphires 4.37cts
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Take a trip through luxury with these magnificent oval faceted blue sapphires, weighing 4.37 carats and gleaming with unmatched brilliance. What sets these gems apart? They are eth...
Blue Sapphire
$40,000Sale Price|20% Off
EXCEPTIONAL GRS Certified 2 Carat VIVID ROYAL BLUE NO HEAT Sapphire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Centering an oval-shaped blue sapphire, set between a pair of epaulette diamonds. Blue sapphire weighing 2 carats Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.80 carats Size 7
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1970s 2, 80 Carat No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum, mascaron hallmark and 18 karat white gold, owl hallmark. Solitaire retro ring, it is set with 4 claws on its top of an oval sapphire of a very clear and limpid blue...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
2 Ct Top quality Kashmir Natural No heat sapphire Unheated auction clarity
Located in bangkok, TH
GG59: Top quality Kashmir Natural No heat sapphire Unheated 2ct auction clarity GEM DESCRIPTION Species: Natural Sapphire Variety: Natural Sapphire No heat Weight: 2ct Color:...
Sapphire
GIA Certified #5231058390 No Heat Ceylon Cabochon Sapphire Weighing 17.16 carat
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certification: This stunning gemstone is accompanied by a GIA (Gemological Institute of America) certificate, guaranteeing its authenticity and attesting to its natural origin wi...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
20 Carat Royal Blue No Heat Burma Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A rare and striking investment grade 20.07 carat "Royal Blue" No Heat Burma Sapphire takes center stage in this elegant 18K white gold ring, flanked by 2 half moon cut diamond and ac...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry AGL Certified 28.00 Carat No Heat Classic Ceylon Sapphire
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. This sapphire has been certified as no...
Sapphire
Certified 5.40 Carat No Heat Greenish Blue Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The Sapphire is certified by LAPIS, NO HEAT. The top of the ring measures 14/16" x 1/2".
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 1...
Certified 2.21 Carat No Heat Purplish Violet Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Unusual Step Cut Sapphire Ring The ring is 18K White Gold There are 0.34 Carats in round Diamonds F VS With 2 Asscher Cut diamonds on the side 0.57 Carats F VS The center stone ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified 20.00 Carat No Heat Sapphire Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum vault at Emilio Jewelry, Located On New York’s Iconic Fifth Avenue: Showcasing a magnificent natural Grs certified no heat ceylon sapphire weighing over 20 carats! Se...
Sapphire
AGL Certified 11.61 Carat No Heat Bluish Green Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 3 Stone Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center Stone is a Brownish Bluish Green Sapphire The sapphire is Pear Shaped 11.61 Carat NO HEAT The Sapphire is AGL Certified T...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...
Platinum 2.75 Carat No Heat Padparascha Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: New Composition: Platinum Primary Stone: Marquise Natural Padparascha Sapphire Carat Weight: 2.75 Carats Accent Stone: Round Brilliant Diamonds Carat Weight: 1.12 Carats in Tota...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Peter Suchy 2.64 Carat No Heat Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Purple sapphire and diamond engagement ring. AGL certified 2.65cts oval center stone, set in a platinum three-stone setting with two trilliant cut side diamonds. Sapphire is certifi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
GAL Certified Natural No Heat 4.59 Carat Purple Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This stunning cocktail ring showcases a beautiful GAL Certified Natural No Heat 4.59 Carat Cushion Purple Sapphire with a Diamond Halo.
Sapphire, Diamond, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid Century GIA 4.60 carat no heat sapphire diamond platinum earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These exquisite Mid Century sapphire and diamond earrings are a luxurious 1950’s design, centered by 2 GIA-certified cushion cut sapphires weighing approximately 4.60 carats in total.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
AGL Certified 13.81 Carat Ceylon No Heat Blue Sapphire Platinum Vintage Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified 13.81 Carat Oval Cut Ceylon No Heat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Vintage Platinum Ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
7.19 Carat Color Changing No Heat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Hailing from the legendary mines of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a 7.19 carat octagon cut sapphire with a color changing phenomenon. Shifting color from Purplish to Blue in different lights. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 4.07 Carat No Heat Burma Sapphire & Half Moon Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Engagement Ring - Metal: 18K White Gold - Weight: 4.85 grams - Setting: Prong _______________________ Center Stone Details: - Type: Sapphire - Carat: 4.07...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
9.5 Carat No Heat Blue Sapphire and Pear Diamond Wing Ring
Located in Miami, FL
AGL-certified 9.50 carat no-heat natural oval blue sapphire from Madagascar flanked by 1.06 carats of pear-cut and 0.74 carats of marquise-cut E-F/VVS diamonds in a sculptural 18K wh...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.4 Carat No Heat Pink Sapphire & Briolette Diamond Platinum Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Cocktail Ring - Metal: Platinum 900 - Weight: 12.55 Grams - Size: 7.25 (adjustable) - Style: Retro _______________________ Center Stone Details: - Type: Natu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 7.87 Carat Natural No Heat Vivid Purple Sapphire Diamond Ring Platinum*
Located in New York, NY
No Heat Purple & Marquise cluster 3.87ct. Natural GIA Certified No Heat Purple Sapphire Ring GIA Certified Report ID: 2165107600 10.79 X 7.85 X 4.97mm Full cut oval brilliant...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
5.83 Carat Oval No Heat Sri Lanka Blue Sapphire & Diamond Pendant in Platinum
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Pendant Necklace - Metal: Platinum 900 - Weight: 5.59 grams - Setting: Prong _______________________ Center Stone Details: - Type: Sapphire - Carat: 5.83 ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA 12.3 Carat NO HEAT Montana Marquis- Sapphire, Diamond & Platinum Necklace
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
What an incredible necklace holding the most desirable Montana Sapphires from the Yogo Gulch mine. Montana Sapphires are already a prized and rare material. The Yogo Gulch mine pro...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
7.77 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Ceylon No Heat Cushion Cut and Diamond 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
It is both AGL Certified and SSEF certified as originating from Ceylon (Sri Lanka) and having no heat or clarity treatment of any kind. Set in 18k white gold with 2 shield cut diamon...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.47 Carat No Heat Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Art Deco Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS-certified 2.47 carat oval vivid royal blue no-heat natural sapphire set in an 18K white gold three-stone ring flanked by two round brilliant diamonds totaling 0.60 carats, stampe...
Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA 6.19 Carat Natural No Heat Green Blue Sapphire Diamonds Ring Unheated
Located in New York, NY
No Heat Greenish Blue GIA Certified 3.35ct. Natural Greenish Blue sapphire ring. Cushion cut. Clean, VS clarity. 9.03 X 7.12 X 5.70mm Transparent, Vibrant Green Blue color Repo...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 5.05 Carat Natural No Heat Color Change Sapphire Diamonds Ring*
Located in New York, NY
Halo Cluster Cocktail Royale GIA Certified 5.05ct. Natural Sapphire ring. Report: 5181699389 (to accompany) Transparent, vivid royal blue & Clean Clarity. Pure. No Heat, N...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage GIA 6.09 carat no heat sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Its rich blue color is beautifully complemented by the warmth of the 18k yellow gold setting, creating a bold yet elegant look on the hand. Flanking the sapphire are 2 trillion cut d...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.27 Carat Natural No Heat Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring Unheated Collections*
Located in New York, NY
The no heat sapphire essence. GIA 1.77ct. Brilliant Natural Sapphire Amazing Full Cushion / Brilliant cut VS Clean Clarity Beautiful Pink sparkles throughout Excellent transparen...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$42,560Sale Price|24% Off
Chandelier Earrings With Natural No Heat Sapphires In Gold.
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with these exceptional Natural Multi Color Sapphire,Diamond, Gold Earrings, a true testament to the splendor of untreated gemstones. These earrings are a cascad...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum Three Stone GIA Certified 6.15 Carat No Heat Violet Sapphire Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stones- GIA Certified No Heat Oval Violet Sapphire 6.15 Carats, 1 GIA Certified Pear Shape Diamond 0.74 Carats D Color SI1 Clarity, 1 0.70 Carat Pear Shape D Color SI1 Clarity. 7.59...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.12 Carat Cushion Cut No Heat Sapphire & Diamond Ring White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: ✔ Item Type: Ring ✔ Metal: 18k White Gold ✔ Ring Size: 6.5 (adjustable) ✔ Weight: 6.72 grams ✔ Setting: Prong ✔ Shank: Split Stone Details: ✔ Gemstone: Blue Sapphire (no...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA 2.66 Carat Natural No Heat Sapphire Diamond Ring 14 Karat Unheated Blue*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 2.30ct. Natural No heat Sapphire ring. Report: 5151053377 Oval cut: 8.25 X 6.60 X 5.20mm Transparent, & Si-1 Clarity. Gorgeous vivid blue tone. .36ct. Sid...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified No Heat 17 Carat Cushion Cut Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Discover unparalleled elegance with this regal 17-carat cushion cut no-heat yellow sapphire and trillion cut diamond 18k white gold ring.
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified No Heat 3.50 Carat Pink/Purple Star Sapphire and Diamond Dome Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Surrounding the center are 14 round-cut diamonds, each measure 2.5 mm and carry a shared weight of 0.50 carats. All is set in 18k yellow gold. Item Details: - Type: Ring - Metal: ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 50.11 Carat Cushion No Heat Sri Lanka Blue Sapphire Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GRS Certified 50.11 Carat Cushion Cut No Heat Sri Lanka Blue Sapphire with Mixed Cut Diamond Side Stones and Halo in 18K White Gold Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold JB Star Diamond GIA Certified 8.12 Carat No Heat Sapphire Ring
By JB Star
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stones- GIA Certified Cushion Cut No Heat Sapphire 8.12 Carats. 6 Specially Cut Princess Cut Diamonds, 8 Specially Cut Baguette Diamonds, 44 Round Diamonds F-H Color VS2-SI1 Clarity...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA 9.10 Carat Natural Gem No Heat Sapphire Diamond Ring Cocktail Unheated
Located in New York, NY
The No Heat & Prime Origin. GIA 4.32ct. Natural Sapphire Full cut brilliant Oval cut Clean VS clarity Transparent and vibrant top gem Cornflower Classic GIA # 5141455119 *Pl...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
No Heat Change of Color GRS Sapphire Ring 'Violet to Purple' Carats 1.52 Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
No heat change of color Sapphire Ring (violet to purple) cts 1.52 ring with Swiss GRS certificate. This sapphire looks different in varied lighting and it makes it an interesting ...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 4.49 Carat Burma No Heat Blue Sapphire and Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The perfect ring for someone looking to keep it traditional in a unique way. The 18K white gold cathedral band lends a classic feel to this stunning piece. While the center stone may...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.90 Carat Natural No Heat Pink Sapphire Diamonds Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
No Heat Pink & Mod Raised Cathedral 1.50ct. Natural GIA Certified No Heat Pink Sapphire Ring GIA Certified Report ID: 1152217744 7.80 X 6.20 X 3.40mm Full cut oval brilliant ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Lugano GIA 14.10 carat Ceylon no heat sapphire diamond enamel 18k gold ring
By Lugano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lugano GIA 14.10 carat Ceylon no heat sapphire diamond enamel 18k gold ring is an extraordinary contemporary masterpiece showcasing exceptional gemstones and impeccable craftsmanship.
Sapphire, Diamond, Enamel, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA 1.78 Carat Natural No Heat Bright Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring 18 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
No Heat Pink & Channel 1.58ct. Natural GIA Certified No Heat Pink Sapphire Ring GIA Certified Report ID: 2155170522 8.12 X 6.19 X 3.82mm Full cut oval brilliant Clean Clari...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 5.48 Carat Natural No Heat Royal Blue Sapphire Ring Halo Prime*
Located in New York, NY
Halo Cluster Cocktail Royale GIA Certified 3.14ct. Natural Sapphire ring. Report: 2205133623 (to accompany) Transparent, vivid royal blue & Clean Clarity. Pure. No Heat, N...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Gold Oval No-Heat Light Blue Natural Sapphire Ring Center-1.09 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
This delicate handcrafted earthy, organically designed ring features a 1.09 Carat Natural Non-Heated Sri-Lanka Sapphire ""Ice-Blue"" color, set in twelve (12) thin prongs. A 2 mm wid...
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
$52,757Sale Price|20% Off
French 1960s No Heat 7.42 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Sapphire Weight: 7.42 carat - Certified no heat treatment by the French Gemmological Laboratory - Introducing the butterfly wing, characteristic of the finest sapphires.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Vivid Diamonds AGL Certified 5.91 Carat Burma No Heat Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
From the esteemed house of Vivid Diamonds emerges an exquisite masterpiece. Set in 18 karat white gold, this ring centers an AGL-certified vibrant royal blue 5.91-carat Unheated Burm...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 18 Carat No Heat Mogok Burma Oval Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
This oval-cut Blue Sapphire bears no heat treatment or any kind. The sapphire is elegantly accented by a total of 1.54 carats of brilliant round-cut diamonds (306 in quantity) and ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 14.03ct SSEF & GRS Certified Blue Sapphire Ceylon No Heat Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Set with an oval sapphire weighing 14.03 carats, accented with baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18k white gold, signed Bulgari, numbered, Italian maker's mark and assa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
No Heat Burma Blue Cabochon Sapphire Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
No Heat Burma Blue Cabochon Sapphire Earrings in 18 K White Gold, Antique Cut Diamonds and Swiss GRS Certificate Beautiful set of Natural, no heat, Burma Oval Cabochon Blue Sapphi...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Yellow Sapphire GIA certified No Heat and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive! Ceylon – No Heat Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring In Platinum. Center of this impressive ring is set with 24.73carats cushion shaped yellow sapphire, GIA Report # 2239206...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
$4,640Sale Price / set|20% Off
Certified Ceylon no heat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These earrings are special as they are a gorgeous color of Yellow Sapphires. These Sapphire are no heat and no treatment and weigh in at 6.35 Carats.
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA 2.52 Carat Natural No Heat Pink Sapphire Diamonds "V" Necklace 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
No Heat, True Pink Cushion sapphire "V" Necklace 1.52ct. GIA Certified Report: 1152217761 Natural, No Enhancements. Prime Pink & Transparent VS Clean Clarity. 7.15 X 6.72 X 3....
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Natural No Heat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Boasting a magnificent 7.46 Ct Natural no heat Sapphire Ceylon origin – fully certified by GCS London.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian GIA 5.25 carat no heat sapphire diamond 18k white gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Edwardian ring from the 1910’s is crafted in 18k white gold and showcases a GIA certified cushion cut sapphire weighing approximately 5.25 carats, of Australian origin and unhea...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.36 Carat Oval Cut No Heat Sri Lanka Blue Sapphire Drop Pendant Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Featuring a 10.36 carat no heat oval cut Blue Sapphire of Sri Lankan origin.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold GIA Certified 7.69 Carat No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stones- Exceptionally Rare No Heat Ceylon Blue Sapphire 7.69 Carats, 14 Round Diamonds F-G Color VS1-VS2 Clarity 1.36 Carats.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (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.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire 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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