Natural Diamond 0.92 carats 18KT White Gold Statement Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A trio of baguette Oval Shape clusters are framed by beautiful Halo Setting on this stunning diamond engagement ring, set in gleaming white gold. Ultra-modern and gorgeously glam, v...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.05 Carat Emerald and Diamond Gold Vintage Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! 1.02 Carat Emerald and Diamond Gold Vintage Solitaire Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 1.02 Carat Emerald, surrounded by Diamonds, weighing appr...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Amethyst Statement Ring Diamond Setting 11.5 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Amethyst = 11.25 Carats Diamonds = 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resi...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold With Statement Black Diamond Center
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
Crafted in luminous 18K white gold, the ring has a smooth, sculptural silhouette that balances boldness with sophistication.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Amethyst Statement Ring Diamond Setting 11.5 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Amethyst = 11.25 Carats Diamonds = 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resi...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Statement Ring in 18K White Gold Marquise Cluster Design
Located in Diera, AE
This striking statement ring is expertly crafted in 18K white gold and adorned with 3.08 carats of natural diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Pavé Round Diamond Chunky Statement Cocktail Knot Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bold and luxurious, this 18K yellow gold ring showcases a stunning array of round white diamonds, totaling 4.50 carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamonds 0.45 Carats 18KT White Gold Ring Star Burst Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing a truly captivating piece of jewelry that will add a touch of glamour to your look – the 18KT White Gold Open Cluster Baguette Statement Ring. Crafted with exquisite deta...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,496Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Diamond Multi Row Statement Ring 2.64 Carat 18K White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Diera, AE
A bold and breathtaking multi-row diamond statement ring crafted in 18K white gold, featuring an artistic arrangement of marquise, pear, and oval natural diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Santagostino 18k Gold Enamel and Diamond "Enchanted Garden" Statement Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
A Masterpiece of Italian Botanical Artistry This extraordinary ring by the renowned Italian jeweler Santagostino is a vibrant, wearable sculpture. Meticulously handcrafted in 18-kara...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
$3,937Sale Price / item|20% Off
HRD Certified Natural Marquise Diamond Cluster 18K White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Diera, AE
Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Color: H-I Ring Size: US 7 All Ring Sizes Available Key Features Natural Marquise Cut Diamonds Elegant Floral Cluster Design Handcrafted in Solid 18K Whit...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18k Yellow Gold Pavé 1.50ct Round Diamond Saddle Statement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The diamonds are meticulously set, creating a textured surface that enhances the ring's bold statement. The gold band provides a warm contrast to the brilliance of the diamonds, off...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Round Diamond Cluster Openwork Wave Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite cocktail ring showcases a bold design with a luxurious dome shape, crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Amethyst Statement Ring Diamond Setting 11.5 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Amethyst = 11.25 Carats Diamonds = 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resi...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.94 Carat Multi Color Sapphire Diamond White Gold Statement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.94 Carat Multi Color Sapphire Diamond White Gold Statement Ring A Uniquely designed Multi-Colored Sapphire and Diamond Ring that is sure to be a great addition to your jewelry col...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Floral Statement Ring in 18K White Gold Openwork Design
Located in Diera, AE
Crafted in 18K white gold, this elegant statement ring showcases 1.79 carats of natural diamonds arranged in a captivating openwork floral design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Spiral Waves Sculptural 14K Yellow Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant piece, crafted in 14K gold, features a dynamic design with a series of spiraling bands adorned with shimmering diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,130Sale Price / item|30% Off
Bulgari Serpenti 18K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Statement Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This striking Bulgari 18K white gold ring is a true statement piece, blending bold design with timeless elegance.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Tiger's Eye Cabochon Statement Cocktail Brutalist Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This striking statement ring features a bold design with a captivating cabochon-cut Tiger's Eye as its centerpiece.
Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
20 Carat Moonstone and Sapphire Gold Statement Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful Finely Detailed Rare Moonstone and Sapphire Gold Halo Ring. Centering a securely Hand set Amazing Moonstone, weighing approx. 20 Carats, surrounded by Sapphires, app...
Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 12k Rose Gold 7.34ct Star Sapphire & Blue Sapphire Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A luminous star sapphire takes center stage in this striking antique statement ring, radiating soft silvery-blue tones beneath a glowing six-rayed star effect.
Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Amethyst Statement Ring Diamond Setting 11.5 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Amethyst = 11.25 Carats Diamonds = 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resi...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ribbon of Diamonds Statement Ring in 14K Gold Baguette Round Curlicue Ring
Located in Austin, TX
This fabulous ribbon ring is like winning a prize that you can wear on your hand, like a curling sash of sparkle on the finger! Baguette diamonds curve past each other at the center ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Statement Tanzanite Emerald and Diamond Bold Ring 18K White Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
The bold 18kt white gold ring centering a stunning natural Marquise Tanzanite Make a statement with this stunning Ring, Crafted in 18K white gold, this is a unique and sculptural cr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 3.3ct Burmese Ruby and Diamonds - Statement Ring
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
Exquisite Natural Pear Cut Burmese Ruby & Diamond Ring in White and Yellow Gold One of our most luxurious rings, this magnificent pear-shaped ruby ring features a stunning, 3.3-...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Natural Amethyst Statement Ring Diamond Setting 11.5 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Amethyst = 11.25 Carats Diamonds = 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resi...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold 42.26ctw Large Checkerboard Cushion Kunzite Pink Stones Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Kunzite - Large Checkerboard Cushion Cut - Dual Prong Set - Powder Pink Color - 18.6x18.4mm - 28.95ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Pink Stones -...
Kunzite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond Marquise and Baguette Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
A remarkable expression of brilliance and craftsmanship, this statement ring is crafted in luxurious 18K white gold and set with 2.48 carats of natural diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mark Lash Hematite Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The warm tone of the rose gold enhances the richness of the overall design, creating a luxurious and eye-catching statement piece.
Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 4.12 Carat Sapphire GIA and Diamond Gold Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Sapphire GIA and Diamond Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 4.12 Carat Oval GIA Sapphire. Surrounded by Diamonds, weighing 1.08tcw and...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ARAYIAN Princess-Cut Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in White Gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
The rich pinkish-red rubies are framed by 0.21 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds, creating a beautiful contrast against the polished white gold setting. Designed with a gently ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s .10ctw Diamond and Opal Statement Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 5.5
Located in McLeansville, NC
Step back in time with this stunning 1990s opal and diamond statement ring, crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Opal Crab Nautical Motif Statement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bold and unique, this 14K yellow gold statement ring features a captivating design.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Cabochon Lavender Star Sapphire & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This 14K yellow gold ring showcases a captivating 13 carat lavender blue star sapphire, expertly cut in an oval cabochon style.
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Retro Yellow Gold Tourmaline Cabochon with Caramel Enamel Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A retro oval cabochon tourmaline ring featuring rare enamel work. The cabochon measures approximately 9.7 x 7 mm and is set in a bold 18K yellow gold setting. The band measures 12 mm...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Natural Diamond 0.52 Carats 18KT White Gold Statement Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Crafted from luxurious 18KT white gold, this ring boasts a total diamond weight of 0.52 carats, ensuring a brilliant sparkle from every angle.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Amethyst Statement Ring Diamond Setting 11.5 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Amethyst = 11.25 Carats Diamonds = 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resi...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Statement Boulder Opal Ring with 18 Carat Yellow Gold
By Günther Weinz
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
This Boulder Opal Ring with 18 Carat Yellow Gold is totally handmade and cut of one extraordinary piece. Cutting as well as goldwork are made in German quality. Finding a suitable ni...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emma Chapman Turquoise Tourmaline 18k Yellow Gold Silver Statement Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
An exquisite one-of-a-kind turquoise tourmaline ring. The ring has a central turquoise flanked by two green cabochon tourmalines. It is made in 18k yellow gold with oxidised silver. ...
Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Round Natural Diamond Eternity Ring 18K White Gold Wedding Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Set in luxurious 18K white gold, the design combines the timeless elegance of a solitaire with the extraordinary brilliance of an eternity band, creating a truly unforgettable statem...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 72.11 Carat Marquis Amethyst and Diamond Gold Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Solitaire Amethyst and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled and Hand set 72.11 Carat Marquis Amethyst with wrapped Diamonds, weighing ap...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Emerald 22 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Bezel Set Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A striking statement piece, this 22 karat yellow gold ring showcases a vibrant 6.50 carat cabochon emerald, elegantly bezel set to highlight its rich color and smooth, domed surface.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flower Natural Diamond 18K Rose Gold Cocktail Ring Fine Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Inspired by the beauty of a blooming flower, this exquisite ring is crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold and adorned with a dazzling arrangement of natural marquise and round diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst and Diamond Halo Statement Ring. 11.20ct Amethyst Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
The combination of the rich gold setting and the vibrant amethyst creates a striking contrast, making this piece a true statement of sophistication and refinement.
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bellarri 18k Yellow Gold Assorted Multicolor Gem and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Bellarri 18k Yellow Gold Assorted Multicolor Gem and Diamond Statement Ring exemplifies the brand’s signature use of vibrant colored gemstones and distinctive design.
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Spinel, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Statement Genuine Diamond Snake Ring in 18kt Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement Genuine Diamond Snake Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 3.8 carats.
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 6 Carat Opal Ring Gold Antique Cocktail Statement Engraved Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Antique Victorian to Art Deco Six Carat Opal Ring with a gorgeous Opal set in a 10 Karat Gold engraved setting of great beauty. The spectacular oval opal caboc...
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Amethyst Statement Ring Diamond Setting 11.5 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Amethyst = 11.25 Carats Diamonds = 0.28 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resi...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald Bombe Dome Sputnik 18K Gold Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage domed statement ring featuring 3.20 carats of square-cut emeralds set in 18K yellow gold textured basket-weave design.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
J. Co. Black Hills Gold Statement Ring - Yellow Gold 10k & 12k Grapevine
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Brand: J. Co. Design: Black Hills Gold Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold, 12k Rose Gold, & 12k Green Gold Style: St...
10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Green & Amber Enamel Tiger Head Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold and expressive vintage statement ring crafted in 14k yellow gold, designed as a striking tiger head.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Statement 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Diamond Statement Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 3.16 carats and diamonds of 0.26 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Solid White gold 15.09ctw Aquamarine & Diamond Halo Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Aquamarine - Rectangular Cut - Prong Set - Greenish Blue Color - 14.45ct (exact. stamped) (32) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pron...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold
$2,664Sale Price / item|20% Off
Fashionable Italian Diamond White Gold Statement Band Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 6-RND 57-0,03-4/6 Diamond 48-RND57-0,3-99/ Diamond 36-RND57-0,2-7/7 Leikosapphire 1-0,2 ct Size 16.5 Weight 3.31 gram With a heritage of ancient fine S...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond & Ruby Halo Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond & Ruby Halo Cocktail Statement Ring Metal: 18k white gold Weight: 8.68 grams Diamonds: Approx. 1.00 CTW round G-H VS natural diamonds.Center diam...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,192Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 1.92 Carats 18KT Yellow Gold Statement Cocktain Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
With a total of 1.92 carats of radiant diamonds, the ring boasts a bold yet refined presence, perfect for making a statement at any special occasion.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Gold Natural Round Spessartite Garnet & Natural Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bold and vibrant, this statement ring features an 8 mm wide spessartite garnet in a rich orange hue.
Other, Diamond, Garnet, Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold 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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