Small Pinky Ring
2010s Turkish Modern Signet Rings
14k Gold
2010s Turkish Art Deco Signet Rings
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Antique 16th Century Renaissance Fashion Rings
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
2010s Canadian Modern Cocktail Rings
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s North American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Signet Rings
Rose Gold
Vintage 1970s American More Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s English Victorian Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Signet Rings
Star Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Swedish Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Signet Rings
Diamond, Rhodium, Silver
2010s American Signet Rings
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Dome Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Band Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Georgian Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s European Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
2010s American Three-Stone Rings
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Platinum
20th Century European Retro Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Ruby, Green Sapphire, 22k Gold
2010s Chinese Modern More Rings
24k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Chinese Modern More Rings
24k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s British Signet Rings
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s British Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Brazilian Contemporary Signet Rings
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century British Modernist Signet Rings
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1660s Italian Modern Dome Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Band Rings
Platinum
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold
20th Century Band Rings
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Fashion Rings
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Cluster Rings
Citrine, Diamond, 22k Gold, Gold
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Small Pinky Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Small Pinky Ring?
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.
- What does a pinky ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Historically, a pinky ring symbolized a disinterest in getting married. During the Victorian era, both single men and women who were uninterested in marriage would wear a pinky ring on their left hand. Today, a pinky ring is more of a fashion statement rather than a symbol of the single life.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024What wearing a pinky ring means varies and is a matter of personal opinion. Some people associate pinky ringers with personal or professional achievement or with wealth and power. In Victorian England, men who were single and had no wish to be married sometimes sported pinky rings as a sign that they weren't looking for romance. During the 20th century, some LGBTQ people wore pinky rings to signify their sexuality. However, this became less common as LGBTQ rights advanced, making it less necessary to conceal one's identity. Keep in mind that pinky rings don't always have a deeper meaning. Some people simply wear them because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pinky rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023There are a number of reasons why some people may feel that small engagement rings are better than large ones. Cost is one consideration, as smaller gemstones are typically available for a lower price, and if you opt for a smaller diamond, you may be able to afford one with higher clarity and color ratings. Some individuals prefer small rings because they're less likely to get in the way of activities or simply because they prefer more understated jewelry. Shop a wide range of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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