18K White Gold Link Diamond Ring with Twist Back
Located in Great Neck, NY
This modern, fun ring is made from 2.9 grams of 18 karat white gold.
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Link Diamond Ring with Twist Back
Located in Great Neck, NY
This modern, fun ring is made from 2.9 grams of 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Five Stone Diamond Vintage Twist Ring
Located in London, GB
Complement your jewellery collection with this classic and elegant domed band ring, expertly crafted from rich 18 carat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Twist Ring 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Rope Band Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Twist Ring 14K Yellow Gold Rope Band Ring is a stunning blend of elegance and modern design.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.60ct Diamond Twist Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.60 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum and silver set twist ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s 0.65 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Set Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage diamond twist ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 0.50ct Diamond Twist Ring in 14k Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.50 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, 14 karat white gold set twist ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Elizabeth II Diamond and Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Diamond Stacking Ring Wedding Band 14K Solid Gold Thin wedding ring Twisted ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Stacking Ring Wedding Band 14K Solid Gold Thin wedding ring Twisted ring Number of Diamonds 6 Material 14K Hallmaked, 14K Solid Gold, Gemstone, Natural Diamond Ring Size 7 S...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 0.83 Carat Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive retro ring has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold with 18k white gold settings.
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$419Sale Price|20% Off
14KT White Gold Dual-Flora Twisted Open Twisted Band
Located in Antwerp, BE
This elegant open-shank ring features a delicate 14K white gold twisted rope band that splits into a modern, airy silhouette.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$419Sale Price|20% Off
14KT Yellow Gold Dual-Flora Twisted Open Twisted Band
Located in Antwerp, BE
This elegant open-shank ring features a delicate 14K yellow gold twisted rope band that splits into a modern, airy silhouette.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Ruby & Pavé Diamond White Gold Twist Shank Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Ring: US size 6.5. Rubies: 2.27ct total weight. Diamonds: 0.39ct total weight. All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$575Sale Price|20% Off
14KT White Gold Twisted Round Diamond 0.32 Cts Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Style Name : Modernist Ring type : Band ring Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 2.06 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamond Stone : 2 Natural...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Le Gi Italy Twist Yellow White Gold Ring 14K
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Unusual Le Gi Italian Designer Ring size 7 1/2 14K Gold Ring Total Weight 6.4g. Bimetal -white and yellow gold.
14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Snake Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional antique European 0.28 carat sapphire and 0.10 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold snake ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This exceptional, fine ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond Twist Halo Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ruby and Diamond Twist Halo Ring in 14k White Gold This ring is crafted in 14k white gold and features a 0.54-carat round ruby secured in a prong setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1930s 0.57ct Diamond Twist Ring, 18k Yellow & White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1930s 0.57 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set twist style trilogy ring; part of our diverse antique estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Rose Gold Twisted Rope Band Ring Size 5
By Unbranded
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Band Width: 1.5 mm Metal: 14K Rose Gold Size: 5 Hallmarks: 14K Total Weight: 0.88 Grams Stone: No Stone Condition: New Estimated Retail P...
14k Gold
Estate Corletto Italian 18k Yellow Gold Coral Twisted Rope Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Italian jeweler Corletto ring with a coral cabochon set with intricate gold detailing.
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$447Sale Price|20% Off
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Diamond Twisted Rope Bypass Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This delicate 14K pink gold ring features a charming twisted rope-texture band that gives it a vintage-inspired yet modern feel.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$428Sale Price|20% Off
14K Pink Gold Round Cut Diamond Twisted Infinity Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Crafted in radiant 14K pink gold, the ring features a dynamic, sculpted design where polished gold ribbons intertwine with shimmering rows of brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tanisa Nahata Diamond 0.53ct. Twist Band Ring in 18Karat Gold.
By Tanisa Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This Diamond Twist Band Ring in 18K gold combines graceful curves with sparkling diamonds, creating a captivating twist design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Solitaire Ring with Twisted Diamond Band - 5.25
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This classy 14k white gold ring features a large princess cut diamond center, and has a twisted band mimicking vines, with one part being bare metal, and the other being set with dia...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Twist Trilogy Pink Sapphire Ring in 18K Gold Settings
By Kavant & Sharart
Located in Bangkok, 10
Pink Sapphire 1.98 carats Twist Ring in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 1.0 cm Inspired by the spirit of "Rock & Roll", a key moment in music when the mood was eclectic &...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
.35ct Rope Twist Cluster Ring 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
Vs-2 clarity H color. 14kt yellow gold 8.3 Grams Overall ring: 16.3mm Depth: 12mm Current ring size: 7.5 May professionally resize, please inquire.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Twisted Ring Band Simple Gold Ring Band For Women/Men Unisex.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Yellow Gold Twisted Ring Band Simple Gold Ring Band For Women/Men Unisex.
Gold, 14k Gold
14K White Gold Twisted Rope Band Ring Size 5
By Unbranded
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Band Width: 1.5 mm Metal: 14K White Gold Size: 5 Hallmarks: 14K Total Weight: 0.90 Grams Stone: No Stone Condition: New Estimated Retail ...
14k Gold
14k Solid Gold Dainty Twist Open Diamond Statement Ring Minimalist Delicate Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Dainty Twist Open Diamond Statement Ring Minimalist Delicate Ring Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Metal Yellow Gold Number of Diamonds 4 Base Metal Gold Band Width...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Kashmir Sapphire & Diamond Twist Ring Set in 18K White Gold
Located in Grantham, GB
18ct White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Twist Ring 2x Square Cut Kashmir Blue Sapphires AAAA Royal Blue Sapphire 0.22 Carat Each 32x Baguette Cut Diamonds 0.50 Carat Total Diamond Weight...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vera Wang Love Diamond Twist Band Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 10 (resizing available for a fee) Ring Width: 3.8 mm Total Weight: 3.2 Grams Diamond Color: G Diamond Clarity: VS Di...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Cluster Twist Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 7.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 4.5 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 7 re...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Cluster Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Floral Halo Twist Design
Located in London, GB
Beautiful diamond cluster ring crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold, featuring a classic floral halo design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$319Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Round Cut Diamond Twisted Infinity Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Crafted in radiant 14K white gold, the ring features a dynamic, sculpted design where polished gold ribbons intertwine with shimmering rows of brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$319Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamond Twisted Infinity Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Crafted in radiant 14K yellow gold, the ring features a dynamic, sculpted design where polished gold ribbons intertwine with shimmering rows of brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$730Sale Price|20% Off
14KT White Gold Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Twist Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
The ring showcases a distinctive crossover or "infinity" design, where two paths of metal twist around each other.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unisex 18K Yellow Gold Twisted Band Ring by Rossella Ugolini
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Details: Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18K Yellow Gold Handcrafted Unisex Twisted Modern Band Ring
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$447Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Round Cut Diamond Twisted Rope Bypass Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This delicate 14K white gold ring features a charming twisted rope-texture band that gives it a vintage-inspired yet modern feel.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$447Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamond Twisted Rope Bypass Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This delicate 14K yellow gold ring features a charming twisted rope-texture band that gives it a vintage-inspired yet modern feel.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst Handcrafted Twist Thread Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Modern 18k Yellow Gold Twist Love Amethyst Ring Made in Italy. Crafted in solid 18k yellow gold, this modern design ring is a celebration of love and unity.
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.91 CTTW Natural Diamond Ring With Twisted Ring Shank in 10K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
All securely held with prong setting, and twisted ring shank. The twisted ring shank features 2 semi diamond set bands that intertwine beautifully into the eye clean center stone.
Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold
Antique 0.48ct Diamond Twist Ring, 18k Yellow & White Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.48 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set twist ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry collections This fine and impressive antiq...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.66 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Twist Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.66 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set twist ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1920s Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Twist Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This yellow gold diamond twist ring is fine quality set with two feature old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1970s Pearl and Sapphire Diamond and White Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage pearl and sapphire ring has been crafted in 18k white gold. The unusual twist design is ornamented to the center with a feature 7mm cultured pearl, ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.60ctw Diamond X Twisted Statement Ring, 18k White Gold, Ring Size 6.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: diamond round brilliant cut 1.75 mm .60ctw FG/SI1-2 Ring Size 6.75 Length: 17 mm Weight: 7.1 dwts. / 11.1 grams Stamps: "750" A Couple Of Things to Note: * This is a vin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.75 Carat Yellow Diamond Twist Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique twist ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$7,260Sale Price|20% Off
Tacori Ribbon Twist Engagement Ring
By Tacori
Located in San Francisco, CA
Tacori Ribbon Twist Setting Features One GIA 1.02 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond, J color and Internally Flawless. The setting is enhanced with 46 round brilliant cut diamonds. Th...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Rose Gold Delicate Twisted Rope and Diamond Ribbon Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This stunning 18K rose gold ring exudes timeless sophistication with its delicate twisted rope design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Set of 5 Twisted Cable Rings with Diamonds 14k Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
A set of 5 multi-strand cable rings featuring small accent diamonds bezel set in yellow and white gold. There are 2 white gold and 3 yellow gold. These are not connected together so ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond Ring, 0.60 Carat Twisted Band, New
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Specifications Metal: 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.60 carat Ring Width: Approximately 8mm Ring Size: 6 Condition: New Style: Twisted / sculptural w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14k Gold Twist Design Ring Natural Pave Diamond Ring Minimalist Gift For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Gold Twist Design Ring Natural Pave Diamond Ring Minimalist Gift For Women.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Diamond Twist Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Twist Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 This beautiful 18ct gold and platinum ring boasts a timeless twist style, featuring three stunning diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s 0.74ct Diamond Twist Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, Unisex
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1980s 0.74 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold twist ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.74ct Diamond & 18k Gold Twist Ring, Birmingham Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.74 carat diamond and vintage 18 karat yellow gold twist ring; part of our collection of diamond twist rings.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1930s 0.37 Carat Diamond and Pearl 14K Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive pearl and diamond twist ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Twisted Natural Diamond Wedding Band Stackable Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
14K Rose Gold Braided Natural Diamond 0.225 CTW Wedding Band Ring Size 5.5 Metal: 14K Rose 585 Weight: 1.86 grams 54 round natural diamonds measuring approx. 0.225 ctw G-H color VS ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
0.61ct Diamond Twist Chunky Solitaire Engagement Ring 14ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Whether it's for a proposal or a special occasion, this diamond ring is a beautiful and sophisticated choice. 0.61ct Diamond Twist Chunky Solitaire Engagement Ring 14ct Yellow Gold B...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique French 0.59ct Diamond Twist Ring in 18k Gold & Platinum, 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive antique French two stone diamond twist ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emerald, Diamond And Twisted Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Filothei, GR
A contemporary take on the classics, pairing an eternity ring with a twisted band and a vivid emerald accent.
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 0.31ct Diamond Twist Ring, 14k Yellow & White Gold, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique 1920s diamond twist ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White 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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