Yin Yang Peridot Gold Statement Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous handmade Moi et Toi Ring intertwined in the Yin and Yang form; in brushed 14k yellow gold, set with a checkerboard-cut Peridot, measuring approx. 11mm x 11mm and wei...
Peridot, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Dome Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14k Yellow Gold Shrimp Dome Statement Ring. The design is alternating shiny and textured ridges.
Yellow 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
Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Solitaire Statement Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful solitaire ring featuring an Ethiopian Opal; approx. 0.81 Carat; Sterling Silver Tarnish-resistant Rhodium mounting; Size 9; we offer complimentary ring re-sizing. Classic ...
Opal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Amethyst and Diamond Gold Statement Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning Dress ring centering a faceted cabochon checkered Amethyst, surrounded by twenty-four round brilliant-cut diamonds; handmade 14K White Gold lattice-worked mounting; Ring siz...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White 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
14mm Amethyst Cocktail Ring with Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamonds, Statement
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! In this case the natural fancy vivid yellow diamonds 0.49cts used in this setting is the star of the show. A unique ring made with very colorful stone ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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 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 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 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
Corletto Italian Modernist 18K Gold Jade Sculptural Statement Ring, c. 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and highly sculptural Italian modernist statement ring by Corletto, masterfully crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and centered with a luminous natural jade cabochon measuring 1...
Jade, 18k 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
Dazzling 1.08ct Natural Diamond Swirl Statement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Prepare to serve pure, persuasive high-fashion energy with this spicy 14K white gold masterpiece that is a creative masterclass in fluid design. Four commanding round brilliant cente...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 2.01 Carat Natural Diamond Bee and Floral Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.01 Carat Natural Diamond Bee and Floral Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical des...
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 2.04 Carat Natural Diamond Floral and Horse Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.04 Carat Natural Diamond Floral and Horse Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical d...
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 3.28 Carat Natural Diamond Rose and Butterfly Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 3.28 Carat Natural Diamond Rose and Butterfly Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical...
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 1.40 Carat Natural Diamond Bird and Floral Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.40 Carat Natural Diamond Bird and Floral Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical de...
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 2.20 Carat Natural Diamond Swan and Floral Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.20 Carat Natural Diamond Swan and Floral Motif Statement Ring This extraordinary statement ring showcases a beautifully sculpted swan motif surrounded by 2.20 carats...
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 1.90 Carat Natural Diamond Butterfly and Tree Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.90 Carat Natural Diamond Butterfly and Tree Motif Statement Ring This extraordinary statement ring showcases a beautifully sculpted blue butterfly motif surrounded b...
Diamond, Gold Plate
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
1.67 Ct. Natural Diamond Cluster Ring 18k White Gold Wedding Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Make a dazzling statement with this extraordinary natural diamond cocktail ring, expertly crafted in luxurious 18K white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Radiant 0.12ct Natural Diamond Horseshoe Statement Ring in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Saddle up for some serious style with this spicy 9K yellow gold horseshoe ring that serves pure, persuasive good fortune. A creative and bold horse head silhouette is framed by a shi...
Diamond, 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
HRD Certified Marquise Diamond Vine 18K White Gold Open Statement Band Ring
Located in Diera, AE
The flowing open design wraps delicately around the finger, creating a dramatic statement while maintaining timeless sophistication.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Star Coiled Snake Ring Statement Piece 14k Gold Plated Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Snake Star Coiled Statement Ring 14k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Designer J DAUPHIN This coiled serpent ring is handcrafted in a thick 1 micron 14k gold plating over sterling ...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Gold Swirl Natural Diamond Statement Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ -A contemporary piece with timeless appeal -Features a brilliant mix of white and champagne-hued natural diamonds -Sculptural silhouette that complements both everyday and formal s...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Infinity Statement Natural Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This enchanting ring, crafted in radiant gold and adorned with natural diamonds...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 2.12 Carat Natural Diamond Bird and Floral Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.12 Carat Natural Diamond Bird and Floral Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical de...
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 2.23 Carat Natural Diamond Jesus and Cross Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.23 Carat Natural Diamond Jesus and Cross Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical de...
Diamond, Gold Plate
IGI Certified 0.70 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Fish Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.70 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Fish Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical d...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate
IGI Certified 8.09 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Floral Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 8.09 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Floral Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Vintage 1980's 18k Yellow Gold Bold Bypass Statement Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 18k Yellow Gold Bold Bypass Statement Ring. The 18k Yellow gold ring is inlayed with white gold on the top for a mirror finish.
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Art Deco 18KT Gold & Rose-Cut Diamond Statement Shield Ring
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this architectural masterpiece. This striking statement ring features a bold, rectangular shield design crafted in luminous 18KT gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 9.35 Carat Natural Diamond and Amethyst Rose Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 9.35 Carat Natural Diamond and Amethyst Rose Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold Plate
Crown Natural Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. Crafted in 14k solid gold, this crown-inspired ring features an intricate arran...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Filigree Broad Natural Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
Made in 14k solid gold, this ring brings together intricate craftsmanship and radiant sparkle, perfect for festive occasions or as a striking statement piece. ★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Blue CZ Statement Ring Size 6 #23437
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Blue CZ Statement Ring - This stunning Judith Ripka Sterling Silver ring features 10 round blue CZ stones set in a rope textured openwork band.
Sterling Silver
Orb Statement Natural Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. Designed in 14k solid gold, this dome-style ring features a raised cluster of c...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Yellow CZ Statement Ring Size 6 #23436
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka sterling Silver Yellow CZ Statement Ring - This elegant Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Ring features a bold lemon yellow CZ (14.65 mm x 13.98 mm) center with clear CZ acc...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Chanel LAGERFELD Statement Monochrome Camellia CC Logo Ring 2002
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous vintage Chanel camellia ring from the Spring Summer 2002 collection. Featuring glossy black resin with two very special codes of the House, the Camellia in cream creating ...
2.02 Ct. Natural Diamond Flower Ring 18K Rose Gold Designer Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Inspired by the beauty of a blooming flower, this exquisite diamond statement ring is expertly crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold and adorned with a dazzling arrangement of natural d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
HRD Certified Hexagon Diamond Signet Ring 18K Fine Rose Gold Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Make a bold yet sophisticated statement with this contemporary hexagon diamond signet ring, expertly crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
IGI Certified 2.41 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Bird Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exceptional statement ring features a unique bird motif design surrounded by natural emeralds, diamonds, and precious gemstones totaling 2.41 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Retro Yellow Gold Black Tahitian Baroque Pearl Statement Ring Circa 2000
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro yellow gold statement ring circa 2000, featuring a natural black Tahitian baroque pearl measuring approximately 11.5 mm in diameter.
Pearl, Yellow Gold
$7,292Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.02 Ct. Floral Cluster Diamond 18K Rose Gold Cocktail Ring Statement Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Perfect as a cocktail ring, anniversary gift, special occasion jewelry, or luxury statement piece, it adds radiant sparkle to both formal and everyday looks.
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Men's Vintage 9K Gold Carved Black Onyx Warrior Intaglio Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The onyx slab measures 23.5mm by 17.6mm, creating a powerful visual statement, while the engraved shank adds character and reinforces the handcrafted vintage feel.
Onyx, 9k Gold
Vintage Solitaire Two-Color Gold and Diamond Wave Engagement Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The diamond contrast with the gold alone is striking, but the waves add even more flavor, making this ring fit for both an engagement ring and a statement ring.
Diamond, Gold
Claire Deve for Claude Montana Rhinestone Costume Statement Ring circa 1980s
By Claire Deve
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Claire Deve Silver-Tone Rhinestone Costume Statement Ring from the circa 1980s is a bold and glamorous accessory that embodies the extravagant fashion sense of the era.
$5,541Sale Price / item|20% Off
Floral Marquise Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold Statement Cluster Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
. :- 1.76 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Ring Size :- 7 US & All size available Make a radiant statement with this breathtaking floral marquise diamond ring crafted in luxu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum Australian Black Opal with Diamond Halo Statement Ring Blue Green V1213
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Platinum Australian Black Opal with Diamond Halo Statement Ring Blue Green Bright Flash Big Solid Opal V1213 ♥ The item measures 26.4mm in length (North South direction), 20.3mm i...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Butterfly Emerald Natural Diamond Statement Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ - Unique gemstone design inspired by nature’s butterfly silhouette - Natural diamonds and emeralds sourced with precision - Finely balanced proportions for everyday elegance or spe...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White 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
Natural Zambian Emerald Statement Ring in 18K White Gold Natural Diamond Accents
Located in Diera, AE
The combination of vivid emerald and radiant diamonds makes it a versatile addition to any fine jewelry collection. Whether worn as a statement piece, anniversary gift, or cherished ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Oval Tanzanite and Diamond Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Oval Tanzanite and Diamond Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 3 Carat Oval Tanzanite. Accented either side by Sparkling Diamonds, appr...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro Gold Baroque Gray Pearl Amethyst & Peridot Statement Ring Circa 2000
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro gold statement ring circa 2000, featuring a baroque gray high luster pearl accented with natural amethyst and peridot gemstones.
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold
18k White Gold Black & White Diamond Pavé Swirl Wave Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Striking and modern, this 18K white gold statement ring is a true masterpiece. The design features 1.55 carats of round-cut black diamonds, their deep black color creating a bold con...
Black Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k 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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