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Citrine Statement Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Citrine Ring. Citrine Engagement ring. Citrine statement ring. Citrine Promise ring. Citrine Ring for
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Citrine Statement Gold Ring
Citrine Statement Gold Ring
$780 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Topaz Statement Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ring. Topaz Engagement ring. Topaz statement ring. Topaz Promise ring. Topaz Ring for woman. November
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold

Topaz Statement Gold Ring
Topaz Statement Gold Ring
$650 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Flower Statement Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Clear acrylic flower ring presenting a emerald stone in the center. U.S. size: 7.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald

Amethyst Statement Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Minimalist Amethyst Ring. Amethyst Engagement ring. Amethyst statement ring. Amethyst Promise ring. Amethyst
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Amethyst Statement Gold Ring
Amethyst Statement Gold Ring
$520 Sale Price / item
60% Off
Black Onyx Faceted Diamonds Halo Statement 14K Gold Statement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A striking ring featuring three faceted black onyx, elegantly set in a vertical arrangement. Each stone is surrounded by a delicate halo of diamonds, enhancing their deep hue. The se...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Vintage Amethyst Statement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
This beauty has a large center oval cut Amethyst. Make a statement! Make it yours today! Material
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brown Smokey Quartz & Sapphire Diamonds Halo Statement 14K Gold Statement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Elegant 14k Gold Multi-Stone Diamond Ring. This striking ring is crafted in 14k gold, featuring a stunning array of faceted stones. The design showcases a series of large, oval-cut s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Marco Bicego Diamond Statement Ring
By Marco Bicego
Located in Chicago, IL
Marco Bicego Diamond Statement Ring – Italian Elegance in Two-Tone Gold Bold, refined, and
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marco Bicego Diamond Statement Ring
Marco Bicego Diamond Statement Ring
$8,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Platinum 2.43ct Diamond Statement Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
dimensions measure 30mm by 20mm.This Platinum 2.43 ct Diamond Statement Ring is offered in estate condition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Goddess Laxmi Statement Ring
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning interpretation of the Goddess Laxmi’s mode of transportation, the owl. Incarnate by dazzling White Diamond wings and fiery Pink Ruby eyes in a fully Pavé Diamond ring. Thi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Estate 18k Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
retail replacement value of $27,000.00. An eye-catching statement piece, this ring would be perfect for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Evil Eye Statement Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
The evil eye, thought to provide protection from evil spirits is beautifully captured in this gold, black and CZ evil eye cocktail ring. The large ring, which spans from knuckle to k...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Zircon, Gold Plate, Brass

Moonstone Gold Plate Statement Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This gorgeous moonstone ring has been handmade in our workshops. We have used jaali and embossed work and embedded it with a rainbow moonstone. It has matching earrings, pendant an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Moonstone Gold Plate Statement Ring
Moonstone Gold Plate Statement Ring
$179 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Estate Platinum Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous and bold ring! Crafted in platinum, this ring features a central row of princess cut diamonds, which are channel set and have an approximate total carat weight of .90ctw. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Augustine Jewels Aurora Statement Ring
Located in London, GB
Our Statement Ring is the pièce de résistance of our Aurora Collection! Featuring a beautiful
Category

2010s British Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage Large Smoky Quartz Statement Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this fun statement ring!! Ring Details Material: 10K Yellow Gold Era: Retro 1970
Category

Late 20th Century Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Unleash the allure of luxury with this eye-catching statement ring. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond V Shaped Chain Statement Chevron 18 Karat White Gold Pave Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Elegant and Modern Triple Geometric Triangle Chain Ring Set with Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds 0.60 CTW G/VS Quality Diamonds Crafted in a Chevron Design - 18K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This captivating 18K White Gold Ring showcases 18 stunning Princess Cut Diamonds, and 72 beautiful Round Cut Diamonds. This ring is for those in search of a sturdy ring with good si...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Platinum 1.02tcw Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
statement piece that blends floral elegance with bold geometric style. Weight: 7.7 Grams Stone: 1.02tcw
Category

20th Century Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K Gold Diamond Halo Statement Ring
Located in Ridgefield, CT
contemporary style. This piece can be worn as an engagement ring or a statement of personal style. Details
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.72ct Troy - Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 0.02ct Natural Round Cut Diamond • 0.70ct Blue Natural Teal Sap...
Category

2010s European Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Chrysoprase Gold Plate Statement Flower Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This gorgeous Chrysoprase Gold Plate Statement Flower Ring, has been handmade in our workshops
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysophrase, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Ruby Gold Plate Statement Flower Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This lovely Ruby Gold Plate Statement Flower Ring, has been handmade in our workshops. Each petal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

18K Yellow Gold Hardware Statement Ring
Located in Ridgefield, CT
A bold expression of modern luxury, this 18K yellow gold statement ring exudes strength and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Tower 18K Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Bold and timeless, this 18k yellow gold ring is designed to make a statement. Its structured
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 14k Moonstone Statement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful moonstone ring from the Art Deco (ca1930) era! This lovely piece features a gorgeous moonstone cabochon set within a 14k rose gold mounting. The alluring moonstone has ex...
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Statement Ring - 14k Nugget
Located in Greensboro, NC
Style: Statement Theme: Nugget Features: Cathedral Mount Measurements Face Height (north to south): 9
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14k Moonstone Statement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful moonstone ring from the Art Deco (ca1930) era! This lovely piece features a gorgeous moonstone cabochon set within a 14k rose gold mounting. The alluring moonstone has ex...
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Colombian Emerald And Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
Colombian Emerald And Diamond Statement Ring This item is made by order, please let us now your
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k Onyx Cameo Statement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite onyx cameo ring from the Vintage (ca1960s) era! This bold ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold, and feature a large, central carved onyx cameo. The rectangular-shaped came...
Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Sapphire White Gold Statement Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring has 18 Natural Square Cut Yellow Sapphires that weigh 7.39 Carats. Crafted in 14 Karat White Gold and weighs approximately 11.2 grams The ring is a size 7 and can be re...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rose Quartz Gold Plate Statement Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This lovely rose quartz ring has been handmade in our workshops. Embedded with faceted rose quartz, it has been made using jaali work.The ring has a sterling silver shank, and the t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Rose Quartz Gold Plate Statement Ring
Rose Quartz Gold Plate Statement Ring
$169 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Boho Heart Gold Statement Ring
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ultimate in Jaipur Boho Style presented in a large heart-shaped 22 karat gold ring handcrafted in traditional Rajasthani tribal style with a fringe of gold circle charms said to ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Chrome Diopside and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Lewisville, TX
This stunning statement ring features a 1.59 ct oval chrome diopside center stone. This 14k white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Chrome Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Opal Cabochon and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Lewisville, TX
Make a statement with this beautiful opal and diamond ring. Crafted with 14k yellow gold, this ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Dome Statement Ring - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Style: Dome Statement Measurements Face Height (north to south): 13/32" (10.1mm) Rise Above Finger: 5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Floral Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This bold and vibrant vintage statement ring is crafted in rich 18k yellow gold and showcases a
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.53 Carat Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Make a lasting impression with this breathtaking ruby and diamond statement ring, designed to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Tapered Statement Band - 14k Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Style: Tapered Statement Band Measurements Face Height (north to south): 19/32" (14.7mm) Rise
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Tourmaline 18K 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 gold with oxidised silver. It feat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Diamond Butterfly 14K Gold Statement Pave Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Treat yourself or the ones you love with a Diamond Butterfly Fashion Ring. Perfect gift idea for Birthday, Holiday, Graduation, Anniversary, etc. Ring Information Gold : 14k Color :...
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum

Opal Cabochon and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Lewisville, TX
This exquisite ring features a 12.37 carat opal cabochon with vibrant flashes of color, accented by 2.61 total carats of sparkling side diamonds. Set in 14k yellow gold. Ring can be ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Oval Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Lewisville, TX
This exquisite ruby and diamond cluster ring is a timeless piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted with precision, the vibrant 2.37 ct ruby center stone is surrounded ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Nugget Men's Ring - 10k Statement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Style: Statement Theme: Nugget Features: Textured Detailing Measurements Face Height (north to south
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Moonstone Diamond Pear Statement Ring
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in the gem stone set with .30 Carats of White Diamonds in nouveau Victorian style statement ring of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Silver

South African Prehnite Sterling Silver Statement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a large South African Prehnite sterling silver statement ring. It has a 25 mm x 15 mm
Category

2010s African Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver

King Baby Silver Statement Headdress Ring
By King Baby
Located in Southampton, PA
This King Baby ring is crafted from silver and weighs 54.6 grams. The ring boasts a band thickness of 6 mm and a top height of 7 mm, while the top dimensions measure 37 by 35 mm. Of...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Silver

Vintage Statement Pearl Cocktail Ring 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An exquisite Vintage Statement Pearl Ring dating to 1980s. Crafted in glass simulated pearl and
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Yellow Gold Statement Bypass Ring - 10k Etched
Located in Greensboro, NC
Content: 10k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Bypass Features: Etched Detailing Measurements Face Height
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold and Tanzanite Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This 14k white gold statement ring features an 0.7ct oval-cut tanzanite with vivid violet-blue hues
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Moonstone Kyanite Diamond Vermeil Statement Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Dome shaped Moonstone, Kyanite and Diamond statement cocktail ring mounted in Vermeil Sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Other, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Statement Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
cabochon rubies and diamonds. This stunning statement ring is made of 18k yellow gold. US size 7 - it
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Diamond and Emerald Platinum Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
design makes it a Striking Oscar Worthy Statement! In excellent condition, recently professionally
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage 18k Diamond and Sapphire Statement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A marvelous diamond and sapphire statement ring from the Vintage (ca1960s) era! Crafted in vibrant
Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Gold in Quartz Statement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
quite a fashion statement of the 1880's. During the Gold Rush era in the American West, most of the gold
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold

9 Karat Modern Statement Wave Ring
Located in London, GB
Resembling the natural movement of the ocean, the Wave Ring is hand formed from 9kt gold to curve and twist around your finger. The Wave Ring is an easily wearable sculptural piece o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 14k Diamond and Sapphire Statement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
shank features a "14K" purity mark. A truly unique find, this statement ring would be perfect for any
Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Statement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of statement rings. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find a collection of 386 vintage versions or 469 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of statement rings includes designs that are universally popular, but Contemporary and Modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Natkina, Sheila Westera London and J DAUPHIN are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Browse our collection of 382 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, oval cut and cushion cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of statement rings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Statement Rings?

Prices for statement rings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $75 and can go as high as $186,695, while statement rings, on average, fetch $2,387.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

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 ringsvintage 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.

Questions About Statement Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Statement ring means a piece of jewelry worn on the finger that catches the eye. The term comes from the idea that the ring "makes a statement." In other words, its size, color and other characteristics are such that it attracts attention. Explore a diverse assortment of rings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.