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
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.
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...
Yellow Diamond Cluster 14K Yellow Gold Statement Dome 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
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
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
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Floral Statement Ring
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
$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 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
Vintage 24.04 Carat Cushion Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Statement Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant Finely detailed 24.04 Carat Cushion-Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Statement Cocktail Ring. An ultra-luxe, high-impact piece of fine jewelry.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
9.85 Carat Natural Aquamarine Statement Ring with 1.35 Carat Diamonds
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
One-of-a-Kind 9.85 Carat Natural Aquamarine Statement Ring with 1.35 Carat Diamonds in 14K White Gold Designed to make a lasting impression, this extraordinary statement ring featur...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
$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
Spectrum 18k White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Bypass Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Indulge in unparalleled artistry with the Spectrum Mixed-Cut Diamond Bypass Statement Ring. This meticulously crafted piece features a dynamic bypass silhouette that artfully weaves ...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k 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
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Citrine Guilloché Enamel Statement Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Substantial at 12.6 grams, this is the kind of statement jewel that feels collected rather than simply purchased—distinctive, beautifully made, and entirely capable of carrying an ou...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Spiral Statement Ring
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
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
$6,025Sale Price|40% 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
Estate 26 Carat Lavender & Green Amethyst 2 Stone Statement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
At nearly an inch across the finger, this is a momentous statement ring with a fascinating design you'll rarely, if ever, come across again.
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,024 / item
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Wrap Statement Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Design Style: Mixed-Cut Diamond Wrap Statement Ring Details:- Item Code: SER-210405B Category: Fine Jewelry Jewelry Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Gross Weight: 2.83 Grams Natural ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
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
24 Karat Yellow Gold Cabochon Pink Tourmaline & Jade Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
24 Karat gold statement ring featuring a substantial cabochon pink tourmaline centerpiece secured by four prominent gold prongs.
Jade, Tourmaline, Gold, 24k 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
Italian 18K Gold Diamond Star Statement Ring, 3.50 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
Marked 750 for 18K gold and weighing 11.56 grams, this statement ring embodies the bold sophistication associated with Italian jewelry design of the late 20th century.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$440Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Extasia Black Glass Intaglio Cameo Adjustable Brass Statement Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
A brilliant statement ring that beautifully merges contemporary upcycling with cult-classic American designer heritage.
Brass
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
Golden Glow 14K Yellow Gold Citrine & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A perfect blend of bold beauty and timeless sophistication, this statement ring is ideal for those who appreciate vibrant luxury.
Citrine, Diamond, 14k 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...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
IGI Certified 2.00 Carat Natural Pearl Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural Pearls: 2.00 Carats — Six Natural Pearls Ring Weight: 0.38 t oz (11.71 grams) Metal: 14K Gold Style: One-of-a-Kind Pearl Statement Ring
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
18k Yellow Gold 5.28ct Rubellite, Paraiba Tourmaline, Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional statement ring is a bold and highly desirable example of fine colored stone jewelry, centered by a remarkable 5.28 carat rubellite tourmaline with vivid, saturated c...
Diamond, Rubelite, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvorra Retro Inspired Emerald Geometric Statement Ring with Diamond Detailing
Located in New York, NY
Wear this ring as a standalone statement piece for a clean, chic, and sophisticated look.
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
IGI Certified 0.45 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Ideal for collectors, statement styling, and exclusive fine jewelry collections seeking a truly unique jewel that will never be replicated.
Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,208 / item
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Wrap Statement Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Design Style: Mixed-Cut Diamond Wrap Statement Ring Details:- Item Code: SER-210405 Category: Fine Jewelry Jewelry Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Gross Weight: 2.75 Grams Natural D...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Free-Form Scalloped Statement Ring - Size 6
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This spectacular ladies' statement ring features a bold, organic design crafted from highly polished 14K yellow gold.
Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 1.28 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.28 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 18K Gold Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no identical piece wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 2.76 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.76 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no identical piece wil...
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 3.60 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond: 3.60 Carats — H Color — VS1 Clarity Ring Weight: 0.16 t oz (4.83 grams) Metal: 8K Gold Style: One-of-a-Kind Diamond Statement Ring
Diamond, Gold
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Starburst Statement Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Command attention with the Natural Diamond Starburst Statement Ring. This opulent design features a sophisticated emerald-cut diamond at its heart, serving as a clean, geometric anch...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$11,575 / item
18K White Gold Mixed-Cut Diamond Statement Cluster Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Make a breathtaking statement with the Mixed-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 2.94 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.94 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the timeless brilliance of natural diamonds totaling 2.94 carats.
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 3.46 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 3.46 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the timeless brilliance of natural diamonds totaling 3.46 carats.
Diamond, Gold
IGI Certified 5.65 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.65 Carat Natural Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the timeless brilliance of natural diamonds totaling 5.65 carats.
Diamond, Gold
$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
18 K rose Gold Amethyst Champagne Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
An impressive 18 K rose Gold Statement Ring featuring an oval Amethyst weiging approximately 19 ct and surrounded on the shoulders by 28 Champagne colored brown brilliant cut Diamond...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$35,988Sale Price|20% Off
Alex Soldier Sunflower Statement Ring with Diamonds and Chrome Diopside
By Alex Soldier
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary Alex Soldier Sunflower Statement Ring is a true masterpiece of artisan craftsmanship, capturing the vibrant essence of nature in 18k yellow, rose, and white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Mixed Metal
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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