Moi Et Toi diamond ring 18KT gold Champagne diamond ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Champagne diamond ring in 18KT ring is designed at moi et toi ring in a simple modern setting, the diamonds are fancy yellow brown or often called champagne, they are VS clarity and ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Toi et Moi Diamond ring with Emerald Cut Diamonds
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Toi et Moi Diamond ring with Emerald Cut Diamonds Mounted in 14K White Gold Emerald Cut Diamonds totaling 0.51ct (F/G color VVS clarity) Total Carat Weight of pave: 0.11ct Size 4.75
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.54 Carats Emerald Pear Cut Toi-et-Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the "Toi et Moi" ring, a dazzling symbol of love and togetherness.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Shape Emerald Two Stone Moi Et Toi Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Get noticed with this 18K white gold, two stone emerald ring with diamond accents. Featuring two bright pear-shape emeralds in an elongated moi et toi style.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Sapphire Bypass "Toi Et Moi" Ring Engagement
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Stunning platinum ruby and sapphire "Toi et Moi" Cross Over Ring. This bypass ring is very well crafted in solid Platinum(different metals available).
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, ...
Colombian Emerald and Ruby Bypass "Toi Et Moi" Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Estimated Production Time: 3-4 weeks** *Please check the Images and video of the unset natural gemstones that will be used for the stunning ring* Stunning 2.50 Carats Natural Colomb...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...
Rubelite Golden Beryl Gold Toi et Moi Cocktail Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Offered by Claris-A, this is an architectural interpretation of the classic "Toi et Moi" design, the ring opposes two pear-shaped gemstones: a vivid rubellite and a golden beryl (hel...
Beryl, White Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sophia D Toi et Moi Multi Stone Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
The Sophia D Toi et Moi ring is a striking combination of color and brilliance.
Romantic Toi et Moi Pearl Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Toi et Moi White and Black Cultured Pearl, Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring 20th Century Provenance: Prominent Westchester County estate This romantic Toi et Moi ring showcases two beaut...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold 'Toi et Moi' Diamond Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered Stunning modern 18 kt white gold diamond toi et moi ring. The ring set with 2 brilliant cut diamonds in total approx. 0.75 ct (0.48ct -0.27ct) quality G/H/VS.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.03 carats Floral Diamond ring Moi Et Toi ring 18KT
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Floral Diamond ring with fancy yellow diamonds and white diamonds, size is 7 and can be re-sized. The diamond are VS-SI clarity and G-H color. **All items leave our premises with a ...
Diamond
Antique Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18ct Gold Platinum Edwardian Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 This beautiful 18ct gold and platinum ring boasts a timeless toi et moi style, featuring two stunning c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
1920s French Art Deco "Toi et Moi" Ring – Sapphire, Diamonds
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
Embrace the romance and geometric brilliance of the 1920s with this exquisite French Art Deco "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) ring. Masterfully crafted in 18K white gold, it features a cap...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Twin Pearl and 14K Yellow Gold Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Denver, CO
A pair of lustrous white pearls, each measuring approximately 5.5-6.0 mm, grace this romantic toi et moi ring. Ornate openwork baskets adorned with scrolling motifs cradle each pearl...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco style diamond emerald platinum toi et moi ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This captivating Art Deco style toi et moi ring is a beautifully balanced contemporary design, pairing two contrasting center stones in a romantic and architectural composition.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1980s ‘Toi-et-Moi’ Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Sté two chain links. B. The Toi et Moi Ring – A Symbol of Two Souls The toi et moi (“you and me”) ring is one of jewelry’s most romantic designs.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14kt White Gold Rhodolite Garnet & Pearl Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elegant 14kt White Gold Toi et Moi Ring featuring Rhodolite Garnet & Pearl – Size 6.5 This beautifully designed Toi et Moi (""You and Me"") ring symbolizes love and duality, featurin...
Pearl, Rhodolite, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late Art Deco Toi et Moi Ribbon Diamonds Ring - 1945
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
highly collectible post-war antique "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) ring (circa 1945). This French masterpiece is beautifully crafted in a marriage of solid platinum and 18k white gold, fe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Twin Diamond and Filigree Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This Art Deco toi et moi ring features a matched pair of Old European-cut diamonds, each weighing approximately 0.20 carats, F color and SI1 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Raymond Templier Pearl Toi et Moi Ring in 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Raymond Templier Pearl Toi et Moi Ring in 18K Gold A Dialogue in Form As if two thoughts had met and decided to remain.
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Toi et Moi Ring with Diamond and Sapphire
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
An elegant antique Toi et Moi ring featuring a vibrant blue sapphire paired with a lively old-cut diamond, symbolising duality and harmony.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Pear-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Toi et Moi Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pear-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Toi et Moi Bypass Ring Description: This elegant bypass-style ring is crafted in platinum and features a "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Toi et Moi Amethyst and Sterling Silver Ring Size 6
Located in Webster, SD
Size: 6 Marks: I, 925 Condition: Excellent A toi et moi (French for "you and me") ring is a romantic jewelry style featuring two gemstones side-by-side, symbolizing the union of two...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Boucheron Carved Rock Crystal and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
By Boucheron
Located in Flushing, NY
Boucheron Carved Rock Crystal and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring Marked: Boucheron 750 Approximate Dimensions: 6.25 (Ring Size) 1.5 cm (Width) Approximately 0.3 carats (Diamond) 13.3 gr...
Diamond, Rock Crystal
$13,200Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Toi et Moi Pear Diamond and Emerald Baguette Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking interpretation of the romantic Toi et Moi design, this platinum ring unites the brilliance of a pear-shaped diamond with the vivid allure of a pear-shaped emerald in an el...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 5.00ct Diamond Toi et Moi Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This Art Deco Toi et Moi ring is truly something special. At its heart, a pair of 2.50 carat old cushion cut diamonds sparkle.
Diamond, Platinum
$300,000Sale Price|20% Off
10.38 Carat Moi&Toi Fancy Yellow Diamond Pave Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
10.38 carats, crafted from platinum and 18K yellow gold. It is a size 6.5 and weighs 15.8 grams. The first main stone is a natural pear brilliant cut diamond weighing 3.59 carats, ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$855Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond "Toi et Moi" Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
The bright blue gemstones are set in a vertical "Toi et Moi" orientation, creating a bold center point.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique inspired diamond ruby 18k gold toi et moi ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This enchanting antique-inspired toi et moi ring is a timeless expression of love and balance, thoughtfully designed to celebrate the union of two distinct yet harmonious gemstones.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
ARAYIAN Et Toi Et Moi Zambian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Emeralds: – 2.09 carats Diamonds – 0.06 carats Gold - 6.25 grams The Emerald Et Toi et Moi ring is a unique statement piece. It features two Zambian pear-shaped emeralds totaling ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Zambian Emerald 0.72 ct Toi-et-moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning masterpiece, a resplendent Oval Zambian emerald weighing 0.72 carats sits majestically between halo of 46 brilliant cut white diamonds totaling to 0.31 carats. This vibrant ...
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Toi & Moi Diamond Engagement Ring in Yellow Gold & Platinum
Located in Firenze, IT
Early 20th century work "Toi & Moi" ring in yellow gold 750‰, platinum 850‰, claw-set old-cut diamond and brilliant-cut diamond, rose-cut diamonds to the surround.
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Toi-et-Moi Ring Crafted in 14k White Gold
Located in Webster, NY
Vintage Toi-et-Moi bypass Diamond ring made with 1.72CTW of Diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Toi & Moi Diamond Ring 1.14ct and 1.28ct
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt White Gold Toi & Moi Diamond Ring 1.14ct and 1.28ct Ring in white gold with 2 solitaire diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Synthetic Alexandrite Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Toi et Moi ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features two vivid synthetic alexandrite stones in a romantic, side-by-side arrangement.
Alexandrite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Colombian Emerald Diamond Bypass "Toi et Moi" Ring 18K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Stunning Natural Colombian Emerald Square Cut, Medium Fine Green Color/Clarity VS, and Natural Diamond "Toi et Moi" Bypass Ring. Total Emerald Weight: 2.45 Carats.
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified Toi E Moi Paraiba Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry, a dealer located on New York's iconic 5th Avenue, Center Stones: Gia certified 3.00 ct Bluish Green PEAR, 1.90 + ct Green-Blue PEAR Matching: 66 wh...
Paraiba
Exquisite Toi Et Moi Emerald and Kite Shaped Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Toi et Moi Emerald and Diamond Ring. This stunning piece showcases a 0.65 carat pear-shaped green emerald as the centerpiece, elegantly surrounded by a halo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in London, GB
This sumptuous diamond toi et moi ring is perfection. Crafted in 18ct gold, a simplistic and elegant two-tone band measuring approximately 2mm at its widest point and tapering to a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Art Deco Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning Art Deco Toi et Moi (You and Me) ring. The piece features a duo of unheated rectangular shaped rubies and sapphires which are tension set perpendicular to one...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
White Gold Round Ruby and Diamond Bypass Toi et Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
White Gold Round Ruby and Diamond Bypass Toi et Moi Ring Description: This elegant Toi et Moi (You and Me) style ring is crafted in solid 14k white gold and features a classic inter...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian diamond ruby emerald 14k yellow gold Toi Et Moi ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Edwardian Toi Et Moi ring is a beautifully romantic jewel from the 1910’s, crafted in warm 14k yellow gold with an elegant two-stone design.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sophia D. Toi et Moi Three Stone Diamond Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This Sophia D. Toi et Moi Three-Stone ring, inspired by mosaic designs, showcases a stunning combination of diamond cuts.
Diamond
Toi et Moi ring - Extraordinary antique love ring - Edwardian Old cut diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
This extraordinary ring is crafted in 18 karat solid gold. This stunning 'toi et moi'-ring is set with a lovely old rose cut diamond and a romantic pearl, both placed in a cathedral ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s ‘Toi et Moi’ Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond 18kt Gold Ring.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Gross weight: 11.7 grams. The Toi et Moi Ring – A Symbol of Two Souls The toi et moi (“you and me”) ring is one of jewelry’s most romantic designs.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Trillion Peridot and Diamond Gold Moi et Toi Bypass Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Trillion Peridot and Diamond Gold Moi et Toi Vintage Bypass Ring. Hand set with 1.30tcw Trillion Peridot and 0.08tcw Diamonds.
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
An 18k Gold Diamond and Pink Sapphire Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18-karat gold 'toi et moi' ring with two natural unheated square-faceted pink sapphires (app. 3.24 ct).
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Toi et Moi gold Ring with 1.10 ct Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Chorzów, PL
Toi et Moi ring with diamonds and pearl. Crafted from 14k yellow and white gold (0.585 fineness).
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
A Gold Toi et Moi Ring with Sapphire and Diamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18k yellow gold open ring with a cabochon-cut blue sapphire x at both ends (together app 3 ct) bezel set, the shank is decorated with three rows of seven princess-cut diamonds an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Crossover Moi et Toi Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The diamond shoulders total 7pts each side. This ring is modelled in 18 carat white gold and is a crossover design, also called Toi Et Moi / Moi Et Toi.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Toi et Moi 18k Gold Pearl Bypass Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Cartier ring from 1996 is a sculptural and refined design crafted in 18k yellow gold, showcasing two beautifully matched cultured pearls in luminous contrasting tones. The polis...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Toi et Moi Platinum Ring Circa 1925
Located in Poole, GB
An Art Deco emerald and diamond Toi et Moi ring, set with a square old-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.65 carats opposite an emerald-cut Brazilian emerald weighing approximately...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
ARAYIAN 2.36 Carat Zambian Emerald & Diamond Cluster Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
An elegant Toi et Moi ring showcasing two Zambian emeralds totaling 2.36 carats, beautifully complemented by a cluster of pear- and marquise-cut diamonds weighing 2.98 carats in total.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.28 Carat Ruby & Diamond 14K White Gold Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.28 Carat Ruby & Diamond 14K White Gold Toi Et Moi Ring, Size 6.75 (adjustable). Details: Item Type: Toi Et Moi Ring Metal: 14K White Gold Size: 6.75 (adjustable) Weight: 4...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Toi et Moi Certified Diamond RED Ruby 2.23cts Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A captivating vintage Toi et Moi bypass ring crafted in luxurious platinum, symbolizing the union of two souls through the timeless pairing of two exceptional gemstones.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3.91ct Emerald and 2ct Pear Diamond ring MOI et TOI style ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A unique moi et toi emerald diamond ring, chunky and well made with a sturdy appearance for the lovers of large jewelry pieces.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Fine Ruby and Emerald Bypass "Toi Et Moi" Engagement Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A truly outstanding piece that's guaranteed to make a statement. This bypass ring is very well crafted in solid 18K gold(different metals available). Features a pear-cut Colombian em...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
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 diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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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