7.40 Carat Star Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Vintage Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Awesome Blue Star Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 7.40 Carat Blue Star Sapphire. Surrounded by Dia...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
David Yurman Albion 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Statement Cocktail Dome Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman Albion 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Statement Cocktail Dome Ring Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 22.70 grams Diamonds: Approx. 1.50 CTW champaign/brown to white VS-SI nat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 1.82 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Statement Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with our 18 Karat Gold 1.82 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Statement Ring – a masterpiece of sophistication and allure.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 14.46 Carat Natural Amethyst and Diamond Statement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 14.46 Carat Natural Amethyst and Diamond Statement Ring 18K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the remarkable beauty of a natural emerald-cut amethyst co...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 7.61 Carat Natural Diamond and Amethyst Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 7.61 Carat Natural Diamond and Amethyst Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the elegant harmony of natural diamonds and vivid amethyst g...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 8.40 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 8.40 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the luxurious harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemston...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 25.67 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 25.67 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the remarkable beauty of a 24.20 carat natural sapphire com...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Yves Saint Laurent Arty Ring YSL Turquoise Statement Gold Ring
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
Ideal for those who wish to make a statement, this iconic accessory effortlessly captures the essence of Yves Saint Laurent’s daring creativity and sophisticated style.
Marquise Baguette Diamond Multi Row Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Diera, AE
This striking statement ring is expertly crafted in 18K white gold and showcases an impressive arrangement of natural diamonds in a bold multi-row design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Leaves Natural Diamond Statement Band Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
-Can be personalized (up to 5 letters). ★WHY US?★ -A statement ring exuding regal charm and brilliance.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
【Crown Radiance】Convertible Emerald & South Sea Pearl Statement Ring Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary piece redefines versatility and elegance, crafted to serve as a stunning ring, a graceful pendant, or an independent statement ring band. At its heart lies a radia...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, White Gold
Pearl Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Statement Bombe Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring is crafted from 14-karat white gold and pearl. It is hand set with 3.94 carats sapphire, 1.02 carats tsavorite and 1.48 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring i...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,592Sale Price|20% Off
Pink Tourmaline Diamond Statement Ring, Rubellite Custom 6.30 carats total
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This ring could be a stunning engagement or bridal ring or it could be a statement ring for your right hand. Either way it is over the top gorgeous!
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver Flower Band Statement Ring, 20th Century
Located in Milford, DE
A beautiful vintage sterling silver ring, accented with a row of flowers. Ring size US 8.5 Marks / hallmarks / etc: 925
Sterling Silver
18 Karat Gold 3.29 Carat Pink Sapphire Infinity Statement Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Indulge in the splendor of the 18 Karat Gold 3.29 Carat Pink Sapphire Infinity Statement Ring, a mesmerizing jewel that captures the heart with its timeless elegance and vibrant allu...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
$6,512Sale Price|20% Off
18KT Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline & Rose-Cut Diamond Statement Ring
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with this breathtaking statement cocktail ring. At the heart of this masterpiece sits a magnificent 13.10-carat pear-shaped pink tourmaline cabochon,...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Brilliant Diamond Fringe Statement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Perfect for stacking or wearing as a standalone statement piece, it is designed for collectors who appreciate unique craftsmanship and elegant design.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Swirl Natural Diamond Bypass Statement Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
Crafted in 14k solid gold, the band is lined with pavé diamonds that continue into the setting, giving the ring a balanced and structured look. Designed as a statement piece, this ri...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Roman Three Row Diamond 18K Gold Statement Ring 1.36 Carats
By David Yurman
Located in Chicago, IL
Bold, architectural, and unmistakably luxurious, this David Yurman Romanov Three-Row Diamond Statement Ring is a remarkable example of the designer’s innovative approach to contempor...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$524Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Emerald Octagon Cut Ring in Handcrafted 925 Sterling Silver Statement
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Green Emerald Ring Men's 925 Sterling Silver Handcrafted Ottoman Style Octagon Cut Emerald Statement Ring Handmade Artisan Jewelry Vintage Engraved Silver Band Gift for Him
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
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
Diamond Cluster 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Diamond Cluster 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring features natural yellow diamonds set in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
IGI Certified 5.20 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.20 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no identi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Pear Shape Diamond Open Wrap Ring in 18K White Gold Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Designed with a modern and sculptural aesthetic, this striking statement ring is crafted in luxurious 18K white gold and adorned with an elegant arrangement of natural pear-shaped di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ruby and diamond ring showcases one round cut ruby weighing approximately 0.76 carat. Interspersed with 16 round cut diamonds and displaying 12 French cut rubies accents weighing a t...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Twisted Gold Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Twisted Gold Statement Ring. The width of the ring on top is 10.3mm and tapers to 4.8mm wide on the bottom.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$10,552Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant 4.31 Carat Multi-Shape Rose Cut Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
This captivating 18K white gold ring showcases a breathtaking array of diamonds totaling 4.31 carats, artfully arranged to create a dynamic and luxurious statement piece. Featuring a...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Oval Shape Blue Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Style Statement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Charming Art Deco style engagement ring featuring a 1.6 carat (approx) Ceylon sapphire center surrounded by total of .45 diamonds and French cut sapphire. The milgrain adds to the vi...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Orange Sapphire Deco Style Target 14K Gold Statement Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Art-Deco engagement ring is completely spectacular! The vibrant color stone of yellow sapphire are specialty cut to surround the excellent round brilliant cut center diamond, wh...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage NOVCO Sterling Silver Black Onyx Statement Ring Size 6.5 Modernist 925
Located in Addison, TX
Details: Metal: Sterling Silver Designer: Novco Purity: 925 Weight: 5.1 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 Main Stone: Black Onyx Main Stone Shape: Oval Cabochon Main Stone Color: Black Number of...
Onyx, Sterling Silver
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
IGI Certified 1.64 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Eagle Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.64 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Eagle Motif Statement Ring This extraordinary statement ring showcases a powerful eagle motif surrounded by natural diamonds and vi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 7.41 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 7.41 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases a luxurious combination of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Platinum 24.44ctw Large Star Sapphire Unique Baguette Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
** Very Unique Mounting ** --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Large Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Nice Star - Grayish Blue Color - 15.2x13.1mm - 23.74ct (exact) Natu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
IGI Certified 8.80 Carat Natural Diamond and Sapphire Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This extraordinary statement ring showcases the luxurious harmony of natural diamonds and vivid blue sapphire gemstones totaling 8.80 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
IGI Certified 2.79 Carat Diamond, Ruby and Garnet Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This extraordinary statement ring showcases a sophisticated combination of natural diamonds, vivid rubies, and deep red garnets totaling 2.79 carats.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold
30.12 Carat Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Diamond Platinum Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant and finely detailed Oval Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and OEC Diamond Platinum Statement Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set Oval Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, wei...
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Domed Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Domed Statement Ring. The topf of the ring measures 11.2mm wide and tapers to 7mm on the side.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver Cross Dome 925 Openwork Statement Ring Size 6.75 29.4g
Located in Addison, TX
Details Metal: Sterling Silver Purity: 925 Ring Size: 6.75 Weight: 29.4 Grams Style: Dome Statement Ring Design: Openwork / Pierced Pattern Motif: Raised Quatrefoil / Floral Center D...
Silver, Sterling Silver
IGI Certified 11.53 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 11.53 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the luxurious harmony of vivid natural emeralds and brillian...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
IGI Certified 7.77 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 7.77 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the luxurious harmony of vivid natural emeralds and brilliant...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
IGI Certified 4.10 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 4.10 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 18K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the timeless elegance of a 3.60 carat natural ruby surrounded b...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 2.32 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.32 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the elegant harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemstones...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 6.22 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 6.22 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the captivating harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 8.28 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 8.28 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases a luxurious combination of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Rose Flower Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Rose Flower Statement Ring. The ring measures 15mm wide on the top and tapers to 7.5mm on the side and 3.8mm on the bottom.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold, Edwardian Diamond Marquise/Navette Statement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
With its classic design and dazzling gemstones, this ring is sure to make a statement and capture the essence of vintage glamour.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mens Statement Classic Tanzanite Solitaire Solid Gold 14k Fashion Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Lavish 1970s, Design Piaget Polo Inspired Mens Ring! Solid Yellow Gold 14k (585 Hallmark). Fine line detailing is emphasized on this ring, amplifying the center Oval-Cut Brillant Tan...
Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver Turquoise Coral Leaf Statement Ring Sz 8 28.5g
By Unbranded
Located in Addison, TX
Details: Metal: Sterling Silver Metal Purity: 925 Weight: 28.5 Grams Ring Size: 8.25 Band Width: 8mm Country of Origin: Mexico Main Stones: Natural Turquoise Accent Stones: Coral Sto...
Coral, Turquoise, Silver
$9,356Sale Price|20% Off
Incredible Black Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Statement Serpent Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
The Victorian era brought snake jewellery into the limelight after Prince Albert proposed to Queen Victoria with a ring in the image of a snake featuring an emerald-set head. The Que...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$9,356Sale Price|20% Off
Incredible Black Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Statement Serpent Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
The Victorian era brought snake jewellery into the limelight after Prince Albert proposed to Queen Victoria with a ring in the image of a snake featuring an emerald-set head. The Que...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
IGI Certified 10.14 Carat Natural Diamond, Ruby and Rough Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This extraordinary statement ring showcases a striking combination of brilliant natural diamonds, vivid rubies, and rare rough diamonds totaling 10.14 carats.
Diamond, Ruby
$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. The high-polish finish of the go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 5.50 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.50 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the elegant harmony of natural diamonds and vivid emerald gem...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
IGI Certified 2.75 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.75 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the elegant harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemstone...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 8.60 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 8.60 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the luxurious harmony of natural diamonds and vivid emerald g...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
IGI Certified 5.07 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.07 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the captivating beauty of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k 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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