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Vintage 1930s French More Jewelry
18k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 2000s American Skirts
2010s More Prints
Screen
2010s American Artist Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s American More Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Surrealist Color Photography
Archival Pigment
Vintage 1930s Wedding Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid-19th Century Modern Figurative Prints
Lithograph
2010s French More Jewelry
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Wedding Rings
Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Photographic Paper, Digital, Archival Pigment
Early 2000s French Modern Card Tables and Tea Tables
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Mandarin Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
20th Century French Post-Modern Books
Paper
Late 20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Mixed Media, Acrylic
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Cocktail Rings
Chalcedony, Coral, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Ruby, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White...
Early 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Canvas, Oil
2010s Indian Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Gouache, Handmade Paper
Early 2000s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White G...
1990s American Evening Gowns
Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Modern Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1970s British Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Modern Chain Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan More Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century Italian Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian More Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
2010s Blousons
20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Italian Contemporary Wedding Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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Finding the Right rings for You
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement 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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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Generally, an antique toy is any toy made over 100 years ago. A toy made more than 20 years ago is vintage. Shop an assortment of toys on 1stDibs.
- What are wind-up toys called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wind-up toys are sometimes called mechanical toys or clockwork toys. The earliest examples date back to 15th-century Germany, where Karel Grod produced a number of mechanical toys. Shop a collection of antique vintage wind-up toys on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Some of the most valuable old toys include Vintage Sky Dancers, Yu-Gi-Oh! Cards, and Original Furby dolls. Some action figures can be worth around $700 today.
- What is a toi et moi ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A toi et moi ring, French for “you and me” is a style of ring meant to signify loving partnerships. Toi et moi rings are rings that feature two gemstones meant to symbolize the two people in love and can come in a variety of settings. Shop a range of rings, including toi et moi styles, on 1stDibs.
- What does toi et moi mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022“Toi et moi” means "you and me" in French, and the term refers to a particular type of jewelry. Specifically, the name describes a ring that has two gemstones positioned side by side without touching. You'll find a collection of toi et moi rings on 1stDibs.
- Can I still buy toy soldiers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, toy soldiers are still available for purchase today. There are a wide variety to choose from, whether you’re looking for painted or unpainted, plastic or metal. You’ll find a large collection of toy soldiers from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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