Lucea New York Rustic Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Collection Make a statement with this bold polki Diamond ring with scallop edge set in 14k gold plated sterling silver.
Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Enamel Statement Ring
By David Webb
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A bold and sculptural statement ring by David Webb, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and accented with glossy white enamel.
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Platinum South Sea Pearl and Diamond Flower Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This flower ring is crafted in platinum and centers on a substantial 14mm South Sea pearl. A surrounding arrangement of diamonds totaling 1.01ctw creates a floral frame that enhances...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
14k White Gold 8.37ct Aquamarine & Diamond Split Shank Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring is crafted in 14k white gold and centers on an impressive 8.37ct aquamarine with a crisp, pale blue presence.
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Christian Dior 1970s Statement Vintage Rhinestone Cocktail Ring
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, England
This dramatic and shimmering cocktail ring was made in the 1970s by Christian Dior. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... This rhodium plated ring features a dome design and ...
$8,253Sale Price|55% Off
Ring White Gold Charoite Diamond Statement Cocktail ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural fine quality Charoite ring mounted in 14K white gold and 190 Diamonds Charoite measurements - 0.63 х 1.85 in / 16 х 47 mm charoite weight - 46.43 carats charoite lenght - 10 ...
Diamond, Charoite, White Gold, 14k Gold
Blue Sapphire Pavé Sphere Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
An ideal September birthstone gift or a dramatic statement piece for evening occasions. Item Specifications: Metal: 18KT White Gold Gold Weight: 4.38 g Sapphire Weight: 1.83 ct G...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Vintage Micro Mosaic Prince of Lilies rare Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
An authentic, finely crafted vintage/antique statement ring sculpted in solid 18k yellow gold. The centerpiece showcases an intricate micromosaic panel measuring 17mm x 11mm, meticul...
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 25mm Green Nephrite Jade 18K Gold Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 18K yellow gold ring features an elongated 25 x 8mm dark green nephrite jade cabochon set vertically across an openwork mounting, creating a distinctive botanical-inspired st...
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot, Pink Sapphire & Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring & Pendant. Substantial!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This is a versatile statement piece of natural Peridot ring and pendant.
Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Champagne Diamond Cluster Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Champagne Diamond Cluster Pebble Hammered Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering Pebble Hammered, Hand set Champagne Diamond Cluster, weighing approx. 2.05tcw. Hand ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baroque Tanzanite, Diamond and Gold Cocktail Statement Ring
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Unique and one-of-a-kind artisan statement ring featuring a magnificent bluish-purple Tanzanite.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
de Grisogono 18K White Gold 6.76ct Diamond Statement Ring
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Southampton, PA
For maximalist glamour. This de Grisogono statement ring is crafted in lustrous 18K white gold, with a diamond-traced band leading up to the remarkable centerpiece.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Movable Nautical Charm Statement Ring
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Movable Nautical Charm Statement Ring Measurements: Center Piece Height: 1 2/8 inches (3.17 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CHRISTIAN LACROIX. - Textured m...
1.96 Carat Cabochon Ruby Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Statement Ring
Located in 台東区, JP
A striking ruby and diamond statement ring crafted in platinum and 18 karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Reproduction Statement Ring - 10k Currency
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Design: Ancient coin reproduction Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & Silver (Coin) Style: Statement Theme: Curr...
10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mid-Century Marchak France aquamarine and ruby statement ring
By Marchak
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century aquamarine, ruby, and gold cocktail ring, centered by a step cut aquamarine in a surround of cabochon rubies, the shoulders further set with cabochon rubies, and with a...
Aquamarine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Swiss Blue Topaz Statement Ring White Topaz Setting Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Swiss Blue Topaz = 5.65 Carats (Origin: Natural, Treatment: Irradiated) 30 White Topazes = 0.15 Carats (Origin: Natural, Treatme...
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver, Rhodium
Square-Cut Sapphires & Diamond Statement Band 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Square-Cut Sapphires & Diamond Statement Band 18k Yellow Gold A vibrant sapphire and diamond band crafted in rich 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Double Diamond Bezel Statement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
This combination of substantial diamond weight, excellent cut quality, and sophisticated design makes this an outstanding choice for those seeking a versatile statement ring with tim...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Pearl and Diamond Pave Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking statement ring crafted in 14k white gold, centered by a luminous pearl with a smooth, high-polish surface and soft natural luster.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal Sapphire Diamond Geometric Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Opal Statement Ring centers a luminous opal surrounded by deep blue sapphires and diamond accents, creating a distinctive geometric composition.
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Yellow Gold 0.7ct Natural Green Emerald Statement Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern yellow gold statement band set with 9 natural green emeralds weighing approximately 0.7 carat.
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Meghna Jewels Kaleidoscope Diamond 18K Gold Statement Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring has been crafted from 18-karat gold. It is handset with 2.89 carat multi gemstone and 1.88 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.88 Carat Opal and Pink Sapphire Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
More fabulous in person...A Striking Statement, Classic and Timeless…illuminating your look with Timeless Beauty!
Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Tourmaline Cabochon Sterling Silver Cocktail Statement Ring - Size 7.5
Located in Oslo, 03
A one-of-a-kind pink tourmaline cabochon in a rich, deep rose draws every eye with its vibrant color and gentle presence — a gemstone that embodies both calm and strength. This ring ...
Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
3.10 Carat Opal and Orange Sapphire Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
More Beautiful in person...A Striking Statement! Classic and Classy…illuminating your look with Timeless Beauty!
Sapphire, Opal, Sterling Silver
RUCHI Brilliant-Cut Diamond Floral Statement Cocktail Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamonds: 2.06ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
3.35tcw AAA+ Cushion Emerald & Diamond Statement Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
An exceptional Colombian emerald & diamond statement/anniversary ring. This fine-quality ring is captivating from every angle.
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
1.50tcw 18K Colombian Emerald & Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a one of a kind, emerald and diamond statement ring. The center stone, carries a full 0.85-carats, of pure green beauty.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 8k Yellow Gold Silver Topped Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique 8k yellow gold diamond statement ring presents a bold, time-worn elegance that immediately draws the eye.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian Oval Cabochon Opal 14k Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Located in Towson, MD
Victorian estate opal solitaire ring in 14K yellow gold, centering a luminous oval cabochon opal measuring approximately 10.42mm by 8.24mm in a four-prong claw setting with decorativ...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,012Sale Price|20% Off
Luxury Black Diamond Connected Link Statement Ring In SIlver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Metal Details Weight: 16.152g Diamond Details Total Diamond Weight: 8.45ct Diamond Type: Black Diamonds Product Features Style: Linked Ring Design: Spinelli Link with Full Diamond ...
Black Diamond, Silver
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Floral Statement Ring
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Its artistic design makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a statement piece that balances nature-inspired elegance with modern, geometric precision.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Centered on an emerald-cut sapphire, this Ceylon Sapphire Ring is surrounded by brilliant diamonds and French cut sapphires in 18K white gold. The striking Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Ri...
Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Coiled Snake Statement Bypass Ring - 10k Serpent
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Bypass Theme: Coiled Snake, Serpent Features: Etched Detailing M...
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Pink Tourmaline Statement Ring 14K Gold Diamond Dome Band
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Specifications: Metal: 14KT Yellow Gold Metal Weight: 5.664 g Center Stone: Natural Carved Tourmaline Center Stone Weight: 8.75 ct Diamond Weight: 1.68 ct Style: Statement / Cocktail...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold
18K White Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring Vintage
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is very much a statement or cocktail ring, and its scale makes it most effective when allowed to stand on its own.
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Band Statement Ring
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Stunning piece that would make a great statement wedding band. Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the hist...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
14k Rose Gold Pear & Trillion Cut Sapphire Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Weighing 4.8 grams, this piece is a sophisticated statement ring, perfect for collectors and connoisseurs of fine colored gemstones.
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,900 / item
Onyx Garnet Floral Statement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bold yet elegant, this Onyx Statement Ring features a smooth oval onyx framed by marquise garnets in a radiant floral design.
Garnet, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Elegant Diamond Statement Ring, size 7.5
By Hand Made
Located in New York, NY
Custom Made Ring Material: 14K White Gold Condition: Mint Diamond: 0.90 Clarity: VS1 Color:F Ring Dimension: Size: 7.5 Width: 12.5mm Thickness: 1.6mm Weight: 6.3gr Comes with Gene...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Swiss Blue Topaz Statement Ring White Topaz Setting Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Swiss Blue Topaz = 5.65 Carats (Origin: Natural, Treatment: Irradiated) 30 White Topazes = 0.15 Carats (Origin: Natural, Treatme...
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver, Rhodium
From $2,413 / item
14k Yellow Gold Bubbles Diamond Studded Statement Band Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
14k Yellow Gold Bubbles Diamond Studded Statement Band Ring features yellow gold bubble type structures combined in a linear and in ascending order towards the front and diamonds stu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
From $3,016 / item
18k Yellow Gold Bubbles Diamond Studded Statement Band Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
18k Yellow Gold Bubbles Diamond Studded Statement Band Ring features yellow gold bubble type structures combined in a linear and in ascending order towards the front and diamonds stu...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Green Quartz Prasiolite Petal Halo Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This is a striking and collectible 18K gold statement ring ideal for anyone drawn to sculptural floral design and uncommon pastel stones.
Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ring 14K Yellow Gold Oval Blue Topaz Statement - Navette style
Located in Heemstede, NL
The slim, refined design gives the ring a timeless look with a subtle statement effect — perfect for those who love characterful vintage jewels with modern elegance.
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three-Stone 14k Gold Filigree Statement Cocktail Ring circa 1970s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Three-Stone 14k gold filigree statement cocktail ring from circa the 1970s exudes vintage elegance and intricate craftsmanship.
$4,384Sale Price|55% Off
Garnet Ring Gold Raw Crystal Unisex Statement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold ring with natural raw crystal of Spessartine garnet Spessartine origin - Tanzania stone measurements - 0.28 x 0.2 x 0,24 in / 7 x 5 x 6 mm ring size - 7.75 US (this ring ma...
Crystal, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Native American Navajo Oversize Turquoise Sterling Silver Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous scale, a beautiful, dramatic statement ring. Ring diameter: 1.44 inches Turquoise: 20mm sight Tested for sterling silver Size: 6.25 US Condition: Very Good
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
$499Sale Price|23% Off
Swiss Blue Topaz Statement Ring White Topaz Setting Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Swiss Blue Topaz = 5.65 Carats (Origin: Natural, Treatment: Irradiated) 30 White Topazes = 0.15 Carats (Origin: Natural, Treatme...
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver, Rhodium
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Spiral Statement Ring
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Whether worn as a collector's statement piece, an unconventional engagement ring, or a memorable anniversary gift, this ring offers exceptional presence and individuality.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Basket Weave Statement Band 14k Knot Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $30 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Statement Theme: Basket Weave, Knot Measurements Face Height (north to south):...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,040Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade 14k Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Statement Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
It has been well cared for. This is a statement ring that is sure to get noticed. It is very versatile and can be worn for all occasions.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst and Diamond Scalloped Halo Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst and Diamond Scalloped Halo Statement Ring Description: This magnificent, grand-scale statement ring is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and features a brea...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 3.10ct Color Change Diaspore & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This 14k yellow gold statement ring features a 3.10ct color change diaspore center stone in a bold rectangular cut.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mid-Century 9K Gold Smoky Quartz Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold mid-century statement ring featuring a large smoky quartz set in an architectural open-frame gold mounting.
Quartz, Gold, 9k Gold
$10,025 / item
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Lace Statement Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Command attention with the Diamond Lace Statement Ring. This opulent design features a central, structured band of refined baguette-cut diamonds, serving as a geometric anchor for th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exude timeless sophistication with this luxurious 14K yellow gold statement ring, showcasing a lustrous 10.70mm natural Tahitian pearl.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A dramatic and sculptural vintage statement ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, centering a vivid oval-cut ruby weighing approximately 1.89 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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