14K White Gold 1.21CT Pear Diamond Twisted Halo Engagement Ring 1.71CTW GIA
Located in Dallas, TX
Total Diamond Weight: 1.71 CTW Setting Style: Halo / Prong Center Stone Setting: Prong Halo: Yes Ring Size: 5.75 Band Style: Twisted / Split-Style Diamond Band Features: Pear-Shaped ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Solid Gold Dainty Twist Open Inset Stacking Statement Ring Band
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Dainty Twist Open Inset Stacking Statement Minimalist Ring Band Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, un...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Garnet 18 Karats Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Design Modern Unisex Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Details: Rossella Ugolini Deco Collection Garnet 18 Karats Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Design Modern Unisex Ring
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gabriel & Co. 14K White Gold Natural Round Diamond Twisted Swirl Stackable Ring
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Gabriel & Co. 14K White Gold Natural Diamond Twisted Swirl Ring Designer: Gabriel & Co.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Twist Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in platinum twist illusion settings and ring modelled in 18 Carat gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Twist Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in platinum twist illusion settings and ring modelled in 18 Carat gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2.85 Carat Topaz 18k Yellow Gold Handmade Twisted Shank Solitaire Ring
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
A one-of-a-kind ring designed in-house by our company and handmade in solid 18k yellow gold.
18k Gold
Vintage 2.75Ct Diamond and 14k White Gold Twist Ring Circa 1960
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1960's 2.75 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold twist style cocktail ring; part of our diverse collection of diamond cluster rings.
Diamond, White Gold
Ritani 14K White Gold Diamond Twist Ring with Round Diamonds 0.37 Carats
By Ritani
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Ritani "Masterwork" 14K white gold 0.37 carat diamond twist ring, resembling a lattice pattern.
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Twist Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in platinum twist settings and ring modelled in 18 Carat gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Baguette Channel Set Twist Waves 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A modern twist on elegance and form. This striking ring features an intricate design with interwoven bands.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18kt Yellow Gold Twist Ring, 1980s, Size 5-5.25
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
This 'Twist' ring is a wonderful example. What makes the design particularly successful is its versatility.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant Three-Stone Pink Topaz Ring with Gold Rope Twist Border
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18kt Yellow Gold Three Stone Ring with Rope Twist Border with split shank detail.
Rock Crystal, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
10k Gold Carved Large Elongated Oval Hardstone Cameo Twisted Wire Frame Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Hardstone - Oval - Carved - Bezel Set - Cream Base Color w/ White Carving - 31.7x22.8mm (approx.) Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 15.60 Grams Overall...
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.70 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Twist Band Ring 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our stunning 0.70 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Twist Band Ring in 18K Rose Gold. This ring features a beautiful combination of round and baguette-cut diamonds, creating...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
12k Gold Dark Orange Horizontal Emerald Cut Citrine Twisted Wire Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
12k yellow gold ring. This striking ring is a horizontal profile, emerald cut, dark orange color citrine, approximately 9.43 CTS, prong set in a twisted wire setting, with split twis...
Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Rope Twist Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: the ring measures 1.7mm wide Size: 5.0 (complimentary sizing available) Weight: 1.4 grams
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.50 Cttw Yellow Sapphire Twist Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This gorgeous 18 karat yellow gold band ring features 70 round yellow sapphires pave' set in a twist pattern and on both outer edges for a beautiful, fluid movement you will love to ...
Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Cts 0.4 Twisted Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sparkle into forever with our breathtaking 18k White Gold Twisted Engagement Ring! This ring is exquisitely crafted and has a stunning 0.4-carat round brilliant diamond in the cente...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 2.10 Carat White and Yellow Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive contemporary 1.40 carat white diamond and 0.70 carat yellow diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 carat white gold set twist ring; an addition to our d...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,795Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Round Twist Diamond Emerald 2.10 Carat Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 14K white gold and features 1 oval cut natural beryl emerald weighing 1.70 carat. With color fancy grade (Green). GIA Certified number 212528106. Along with 74 ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
1980s 1.66 Carat Sapphire and 1.96 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning vintage sapphire and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The twist design has two feature marquise shaped scalloped edged settings, displayed diagonally ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BY ORDER: Twisted Band Ring in 18 Karat White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Orloff of Denmark; By Order. Spiral in to Love with this Stunning Gold Band. Stina - Available in White Gold, Yellow Gold, and Rose Gold. 18 Karat - 2.00 Grams Band Width: 2.00mm ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 10k Round Brilliant .33ctw Twist
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .33ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I C...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Twist Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in a platinum twist setting and ring modelled in 18 Carat gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
14K White Gold 0.78ctw Diamond Modern Twisted Braided Petite Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stone(s): (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Fiery Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - SI1 Clarity - G Color - 0.38ct (approx.) (22) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Se...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.32Ct Diamond and 15k Yellow Gold Twist Ring Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.32 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and platinum set twist ring; part of our antique twist engagement rings collections.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Crescent Moon Ring Rope Twist Band Size 2.75
Located in Addison, TX
Details Metal: 18K Yellow Gold with White Gold Accents Purity: 750 Total Weight: 3.7 Grams Ring Size: 2.75 (Pinky Ring) Center Design: Crescent Moon Accent Stones: Natural Round Diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.60 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Twist Ring Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive antique twist ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with platinum and silver settings.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver
Yellow Gold Pavé Diamond Twist Band - 14k Single Cut .13ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .13ctw Cut: Single C...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Three-Row Twisted Rope, Mid Size Statement Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A shrimp style 18 karat yellow gold statement ring comprised of three rows of twisted rope design in a high dome.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette & Round Cut Diamond Twist Band Ring 18K White Gold 0.84Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Simple and elegant, diamond twist wedding ring. Crafted in bright 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Baguette & Round Cut Diamond Twist Band Ring 18K Yellow Gold 0.83Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Simple and elegant, diamond twist wedding ring. Crafted in bright 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette & Round Cut Diamond Twist Band Ring 18K Rose Gold 0.81cttw
Located in New York, NY
Simple and elegant, diamond twist wedding ring. Crafted in bright 18k rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 0.80ct Sapphire and 1.23ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.80 carat sapphire and 1.23 carat diamond, 18 carat yellow gold, silver set twist ring; part of our antique jewellery and estate je...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Marquise Aquamarine & Diamond Halo Ring with Twisted Shoulders in 18K White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Crafted in 18K white gold, this elegant ring features a striking marquise-cut aquamarine center stone framed by a delicate diamond halo.
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Emerald and 0.45 CT Diamond 14 CT Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.28 carat emerald and 0.45 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold twist ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Yellow and White Diamond Leaf Twist Ring 18K White and Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White and Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 18 brilliant cut white and 18 brilliant cut fancy yellow, 36 total Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.28(white)+0....
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whi...
Garnet and Diamond Two Tone Twisted Vine Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The diamonds flanking the intense red gemstone and on the twisted shank give a brilliant effect to this ring.
Garnet, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$438Sale Price|20% Off
Twisted Band Round Australian Solid Opal Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By The Wind Opal
Located in Suwanee, GA
Twisted Band Round Australian Solid Opal Ring in 14K Yellow Gold.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.75 Carat Diamond Twist Shank Halo 14K White Gold Engagement Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Key Attributes Total Diamond Weight: 0.75 Carat Diamond Cuts: Round Brilliant & Single Cut Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I2 Setting Style: Prong & Bezel Halo Design: Twist Sha...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Aquamarine and Diamond Twisted Vine Ring Two Tone in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Flanked by brilliant diamonds, the prong-set round aquamarine captures attention with its icy-blue hue. The twisted shank, partially adorned with diamonds, and the leaf motifs on the...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold
Angara 14K Solid Gold Opal and Diamond Twisted Vine Ring, 1.13 CTW
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description:Featuring a beautiful leaf and vine shank in 14k solid gold, this opal and diamond ring elicits a nature-inspired vibe.
Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage Transformer Double Twist Ring Malachite Chalcedony solid 14K Gold ØUS5.5
Located in SE
I call it a Transformer Ring. Easy to twist bands to demonstrate Green or Blue.
Chalcedony, Malachite, 14k Gold
14k White Gold 1ctw Twist Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Wedding Band Set
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 4.4mm - 0.34ct (approx.) (62) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Midcentury Gold Black Enamel Work w/ Diamond Platter Twisted Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (7) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 0.50ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ Black Enamel Work We...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Elegant Three-Stone Ring with Gold Rope Twist Border
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
The ring features faceted cushion cut Hot Pink Topaz and Peridot stones surrounded by twisted gold rope.
Peridot, Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Elegant 18K White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Twist Ring, US Size 7¾
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This sophisticated ring merges fluid design with vibrant gemstone accents, creating a wearable work of art. Crafted in polished 18K white gold, its band splits into three graceful ri...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Rope Twist Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
14K white gold, sapphire and diamond band with twisted rope design.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.07 Carat Diamond and Natural Saltwater Pearl Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The central arrangement is bordered by fourteen, well color matched pavé set eight-cut diamonds displayed in the millegrain decorated platinum set twist design ring shoulders. The t...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Open Circle Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Open Circle Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Twist Ring is a sophisticated and contemporary piece that captures both elegance and modern design.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nazarelle 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Diamond Twist Engagement Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 14k white and rose gold and features a 1.00ct cushion cut diamond GIA certified color grade (F) clarity grade (SI2). The GIA certifcate is "GIA 1172876130". The ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Twisted White and Yellow Diamond Band Ring 14k Rose and Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Rose and Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 23 brilliant cut white and 23 brilliant cut fancy yellow, 46 total Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.25 carats W...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Round Diamond Entwined Twisted Band Ring 0.66CT Size 9.5
Located in Miami, FL
The 14k Diamond Band Ring in Yellow Gold (Size 9.5) is an elegant and sophisticated piece that combines timeless design with luxurious materials. This band ring features a delicate i...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Round Diamond Entwined Twisted Band Ring 0.66CT Size 9.5
Located in Miami, FL
The 14k Diamond Band Ring in Yellow Gold (Size 9.5) is an elegant and sophisticated piece that combines timeless design with luxurious materials. This band ring features a delicate i...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Gorgeous 18k White Gold Twist Ring with 0.24 Ct Natural Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
A beautiful ring with a dazzling 0.24 carat round brilliant diamonds. The jewelry is made of 18k white gold with a high quality polish. It comes with a fancy jewelry box. Metal: Whi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold 8.7mm Twisted Wire Heart Cigar Eternity Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.7 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger, we CANNOT custom size this ring) Ring Width: 8.7mm (0.34") Ring Height: 1.2mm rise off the fing...
Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise .46ctw Twist Spiral Bypass
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 3 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .24c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Twist Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Twist Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Open Wrap Ring is an elegant fusion of contemporary design and timeless luxury.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .98ctw Twist
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .70ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F Clarity: I1 Stone Note: (...
Diamond, 14k 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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