1892 Gorham Sterling Silver Chicago Columbian Exposition Isabella Souvenir Ring
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, antique 1893 Chicago Columbian Exposition souvenir ring. The so-called "Isabella" ring by Gorham.
Sterling Silver
Antique 1830 Circa Yellow Gold Neoclassical Souvenir Ring, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
The ring, therefore, made of gold, has an S of "Souvenir" engraved on the central plate in the shape of a heraldic shield, while the thin stem bifurcates in the upper part.
Yellow Gold
1880's Victorian Colosseum Micro Mosaic Ring in 14K Solid Gold Italian Souvenir
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Antique Victorian Colosseum Micro Mosaic Ring in 14K Solid Gold – Italian Souvenir Ring Size 6.5 US This extraordinary Victorian micro mosaic ring is a wearable work of art.
Gold
an 18k gold Micro Carving Souvernir Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18-carat gold “Souvenir” ring with micro carving, an oval ring bezel, protected under glass, with a translucent blue glass background and set in a gold ring.
18k Gold
14K Micro Mosaic Bird Ring
Located in Venice, CA
By the 19th century, numerous independent studios devoted to the production of these small keepsakes were established to meet travelers’ demands for souvenirs. The split shank ring ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Floral Engraving Band Ring, 1860–1880
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Ingeniously constructed, the ring features a hinged mechanism that allows it to open completely around the band, revealing a personal interior inscription that reads “Souvenir de Mar...
Gold, 18k Gold
Georgian era 18K gold enamel “Souvenir” memory ring
Located in Versailles, FR
Introducing a very rare and exquisite piece of history, the French-made, Georgian era 18K gold ring, adorned with an enamel panel bearing the word "souvenir," meaning "memory" in Fre...
18k Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
Souvenir D'Alger Trench Art Signet Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
A unique Oval Signet Ring made by a soldier in the trenches on which he engraved Souvenir D'Alger Between 1914 and 1918 173,019 Algerians 80,339 Tunisians and 40,398 Moroccans served...
Brass
18K White Gold Rings Diamonds with Trillion Chrysoprase
Located in ประเวศ, TH
Introducing the Souvenir D’Azure ring, a masterpiece of refined elegance that captivates at first glance.
Chrysophrase, White Diamond, Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
Flower Enamel Secret Locket Ring in 18k Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
A secret compartment is hidden under the bezel, allowing to slip a souvenir. Antique ring dating from the late 19th century.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Rare Victorian Pearl Diamond Souvenir Ambigram Ring
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very rare and unusual Victorian diamond and pearl "Souvenir" ambigram ring. The lettering is set with rose-cut diamonds and is surrounded by graduating pearls and old-cut diamon...
Diamond, Pearl
14K Gold Micro Mosaic Parthenon Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This size 6 1/2 14K ring with a split shank houses a bezel set glass and onyx micro mosaic souvenir from the Grand Tour depicting the Parthenon dedicated to the goddess Athena.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band Size 9
Located in Montgomery, AL
We always love vintage bands like this!! Such great detail! Band Details Material: 14K Yellow Gold Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Band Width: 2.2mm Weight: 1.9 Grams Finger Size: 9 Sizab...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,038Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold 7.7mm Oval Shape East West Signet Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.7 Grams Ring Size: 11.0 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 7.7mm (0.30") (top of the...
Gold, Yellow Gold
1997 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1837 Ring w/ Pouch #23807
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1997 Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1837 Ring w/ Pouch Timeless and refined, this 1997 Tiffany & Co. sterling silver band embodies classic elegance with its sleek, minimalistic desig...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band. This gorgeous wedding band is crafted in 18k yellow gold. It has faint engravings going around the entire ring and i...
Yellow Gold
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Dog Ring, Italy, Circa 1900
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 19th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 7 Weight: 13.3 gr This magnificent micromosaic dates to the 19th century, which is one of the periods of maximum production of...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Ladies Antique 18K Yellow Gold GIA Old European Filigreed Enamel Engagement Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 6.5 Shank Maximum Width: 11.00 mm tapering to 1.70 mm Weight: 3.60 grams Ladies filigreed 18K yellow gold diamond antique engage...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, horse's head hallmark. The top of this antique signet ring is square and has the initials J G B. On either side, three openwork palmettes give the start...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1902 Antique European Ring solid 20K Gold Ø 6.75 US / 5.3 gr
Located in SE
Old ring in solid 20K Yellow Gold. Hand - engraved contentious floral ornament on the band. Unisex type, if that's your size... Made in Sweden. Hallmarked 20K. Unknown workshop ,cit...
22k Gold
Vintage Victorian English Mourning Enamel & Hair Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed English Vintage Victorian Mourning Enamel and Hair Gold Ring. Ring size 6, we offer ring re-sizing. Hand crafted in 17K Yellow Gold. Measuring appro...
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$1,595 / item
Roman Mosaic Glass & 21k Ring, Size 8
Located in Atlanta, GA
An authentic ancient Roman mosaic glass (4th to 6th century AD) custom mounted within a 21k gold band and squared/rope bezel. The coloration of this ancient Roman glass is cobalt/nav...
22k Gold
1940s, 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Band
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a lovely 14K yellow gold band from the 1940s that showcases gorgeous engraving along the entirety of the band! Bordered on each edge with gleaming yellow gold bands, the cent...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Wedding Band Ring Size 6.25-6.5 #26167
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Wedding Band Ring Size 6.25-6.5 This timeless band by Tiffany & Co. is crafted in luxurious platinum with a softly rounded profile and high-polish finish. A b...
Platinum
Late 18th Century Micromosaic Gold Ring Vase with Flower
Located in Firenze, IT
An Italian 14kt carat gold ring mounted with an oval micromosaic representing a vase with flowers. Rome, late XVIII cent. circa 1790's Top size 32mm x 17mm Ring size 7 Weight: 8,21gr.
Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 18K Yellow Gold Signet Ring, Hand Engraved I & C, Floral Band
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful signet ring. This 18 Karat solid gold handmade stunner is a real sign of nobility and status which is perfect to wear with your favourite statement outfit....
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ancient Style Solid Gold Ring, 18k Gold Ring Made in Italy, Sculpture Ring
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
A beautifully well-crafted 18k solid gold ring with a combination of sandblasted and polished finishes. Solid gold band ring "Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus" The Altar of Domitius Ahe...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Wedding Band Ring Engraved, Circa 1940s
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engraved Platinum Band Circa 1940 Makers Mark ACCc Platinum Stamped This lovely platinum band is decorated with engraved pattern all the way around. The band is stamped p...
Platinum
Georgian 18k Gold Octagonal Miniature Ring, Circa 1790, France
Located in Firenze, IT
Octagonal miniature depicting a putto under a tree and near a brazer with the inscription in French "à l'amitié" that underlines the sentimental value of such gift. The frame is in ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1830 Mourning Ring Gold Enamel Natural Half Pearls Flowers Garnet
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The gold ring is set with ten natural half pearls within a wavy black enamelled surround. Inside the pearl surround the ring is decorated with a garnet that might have replaced a loc...
Garnet, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
Georgian 1790s Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 15ct rose gold mourning ring from the late Georgian era. The piece has been set with a centralised round window that features a small locket of hair and a border ...
Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Victorian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Star Setting Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18ct gold band holds five diamonds totalling 18pts. They are bright and have a lovely sparkle and are set in star settings. Diamond total 13pts. Ring Size: J 1/2 or 5...
Diamond, Gold
Georgian 18k Gold Blue Enamel Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1790s
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval blue enamel plaque with applied old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamond floral and foliate decoration, closed back settings throughout, with engraved bright-cut decoratio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Silver, Yellow Gold
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
1925s Art Deco 2 Carat Emeralds 2.20 Carat Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. Sublime art deco ring, its entire platinum setting is closed set on its top with a Colombian emerald- cut emerald and an antique- cut diamond. This duo of gems is s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Quadrillion Invisibly Set Diamond 1.36Ct & Ruby 4.31Ct Ring
By Bez Ambar
Located in New York, NY
Under the trademark Quadrillion, Bez Ambar created the modern square shaped princess cut diamond. It became one the most innovative and widely used gemstone cuts of the 21st century....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Essex Crystal Reverse Intaglio Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Past Sights Beautiful example of Victorian period Essex Crystal reverse intaglio ring depicting birds into natural scene like a window on Eden garden, beautiful carving highly detail...
Crystal, 18k Gold
Roman Ring with Nicolo Intaglio of Minerva 1st Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1st – 2nd century A.D. Top size: 14,5 mm Ring size: 7 Weight: 5,2 gr The intaglio, dated to the Roman era of the 1st century AD, features an engraved depiction of Minerv...
Agate, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Ring With Hare Pinkish Agate Roman Cameo 1st-Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1st century Ring size: 7 ¾ Dimensions (cameo): 1,9 x 1,4 cm Weight: 5,27 gr This delightful pink agate cameo of Roman production dates back to the 1st century and is set in...
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Roman Agate Intaglio Ring 18 Karat Gold Symbol of Fortune and Good Luck
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This 18 karat gold ring is set with a deep brown agate intaglio. The roman intaglio dates from the second / third century AC and depicts a hand holding a oar, a poppy and one other f...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Rare 17th Century Late Renaissance Period Diamond Enamel Gold Snake Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine, museum quality Late Renaissance period diamond, white and cobalt enamel gold snake ring 17th Century This beautiful ring is a remarkable example of Late Renaissance period jewe...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Roman Gold and Garnet Snake Ring circa 1st century
Located in Firenze, IT
A Roman ring, dated around the 1st-3rd century, with a garnet cabochon in the center. A fine filigree motif adorns the frame of the sash and two snakes at the top complete it, which ...
Garnet, Gold
Antique Georgian Star Sapphire Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14K Gold Ring Circa 1830
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Georgian Period cabochon star sapphire, diamond, cobalt blue guilloche enamel 14K gold ring. Circa 1830 This beautiful antique ring dates from the George IV/Regency Period. ...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Georgian Imperial Topaz Diamond distinctive 18 KT ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Imperial Topaz Magic Allure Imperial topaz is also known as “precious topaz”. It is the most sought after natural topaz Considered to be the colour of the setting sun, imperial topaz...
Diamond, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, Gold
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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