Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
cross style design which could be interpreted as the St George Cross. The ring is crafted in 18ct yellow
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
cross style design which could be interpreted as the St George Cross. The ring is crafted in 18ct yellow
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
19th Century Antique Diamond Gold Men’s Cluster Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
assay symbol for Moscow (St. George) and maker’s initials. Ring size 12.5 (22 mm) sizable
Diamond
Antique Silver Ring St.George And The Dragon St.Eustace with Dear
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This antique silver ring shows Saint George fighting the dragon on the curbed ring head The
Silver
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring A platinum ruby and diamond ring set with an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 2.63 carats Approximate Weights: Old Mine Cut Diamond: 2.63...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Fine Antique Renaissance Style Garnet 14K Gold Band Ring, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Ornate Renaissance style 14K yellow gold garnet set band ring Late 19th Century Marks: Marker's mark A within a shield, 14K Technique: Twisted gold wire work, granulation, cullet set...
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970S Iconic Gucci Brown Suede and Leather Men's Bag
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a classic 1970s Gucci men's bag, reflecting the timeless sophistication and craftsmanship for which Gucci is renowned. The bag features a vertical rectangular design crafted ...
Diamond Scatter Signet Ring in 9 Karat Gold by Allison Bryan
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
This contemporary take on the classic signet ring is crafted from solid 9-carat yellow gold and features eight diamonds ranging in size and color from pale champagne to cognac and a ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage Retro 18K Yellow Gold Wide Multi-Link Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This bold and beautifully textured vintage bracelet features a wide multi-link design set in 18K yellow gold. With a striking 1.4-inch width and secure box clasp, it exudes a retro e...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified Burma No Heat Ruby
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring one of the rarest Natural Rubies in the world. This ruby has r...
Ruby, Platinum
Antique Victorian 0.94 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold and platinum with a GIA certified Old European cut Diamond weighing 0.94 carat, H color, SI2 clarity, GIA #2145814827. Circa late 1800s Size 5, resi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Gold posy ring, 'Rather die then faith deny', circa 18th century.
Located in London, GB
Gold posy ring, 'Rather die then faith deny'. A smoothly conforming yellow gold D-shape band engraved to the interior 'Rather die then faith deny' in elegant script, approximately 6....
Coach 90s Black Leather Embassy Large Briefcase
By Bonnie Cashin for Coach Leatherware
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This vintage Coach Leather Messenger Bag is made of luxurious black leather and silver-tone hardware and features a crossbody adjustable strap, this bag is both stylish and practical...
Large Aquamarine Gold and Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A ladies 18K yellow gold Ring centered around an amazing, emerald cut, aquamarine, weighing 40.20 carats. Each shoulder of this amazing ring is set with 11 rd brilliant cut diamonds,...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Victorian 14k Repousse Moonstone & Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous moonstone ring inspired by the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k gold, the handmade setting has a decorative repousse design, comprised of flowing swirls and scrolls...
Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold
Men’s GIA Certified 2.31 Carat Round Diamond Ring 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Very fancy and bold Men’s GIA Certified 2.31 Carat Round Diamond Ring. The diamond in the center is Certified by GIA with report number 2225393189 and weights 1.38 carat with color: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.4 ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US5 / 2gr
Located in SE
A Ring from 1920s -1930s decorated with natural emerald cut Emerald 4.75 mm x 3.75 mm x 2.1 mm deep ca. 0.4 ct with natural internal flaws and inclusions. Emerald is accented with si...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A very fine emerald ring -- superb color and luster! 6.15 carat GIA certified Colombian Emerald ring F1. Set in a custom platinum and 18k yellow gold mounting with 1.05 carats of ...
Diamond, Emerald
Mens Ruby ring 14KT natural untreated ruby ring Burma
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant mens ring with a beautiful ruby in center untreated 100% natural ruby originating from Burma, the ruby is 7x5mm and the ring is made in solid 14KT yellow gold. Metal Type: 1...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.45ctw Emeralds solid 14K Gold Ø US 5.75 / 1.6 gr
Located in SE
Antique German Three Stones Ring featuring solid 14K Gold band holding three natural Emeralds set in Platinum or White gold clusters. Ca. 1920s -1930s, hallmarked 585, no maker's m...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White 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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