GIA Certified 14K Gold Art Deco Three-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring 2.00 TCW
Located in Media, PA
An exceptional Art Deco period engagement ring featuring a bold, vertically set three-stone architectural motif.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco 0.90ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This classic Art Deco three stone engagement ring features a trio of sparkling old cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 2.50ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Three wonderful old cut diamonds are beautifully presented in this trilogy ring from the Art Deco period.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.30ct diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This classic trilogy ring was made by hand in the 1920s. A beautiful 0.90 carat old cut diamond sits central with two 0.20 carat stones sat either side.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco C.D. Peacock Platinum Diamond Three Stone Band with Sapphire Accents
Located in Fairfield, CT
Art Deco C.D. Peacock Platinum Diamond Three Stone Band with Sapphire Accents This Art Deco ring by C.D.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring c. 1925
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1925 This finely crafted Art Deco platinum ring of classic three-stone design is centered with an excellent Colombian emerald displaying a vivid bluish-green hue.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Burmese 2.08 carat ruby diamond ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set with a cushion shape step cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 2.08 carats, flan...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby & Diamond Halo Set Vintage Inspired Style Three Stone Two Tone Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Three radiant rubies, each surrounded by sparkling diamonds, beautifully arranged to resemble a delicate halo. The rubies serve as the center pistils, while the surrounding diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,512Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Inspired Emerald Cut Ruby Sapphire & Diamond Three-Stone Ring 18K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring features one emerald-cut ruby and two emerald-cut blue sapphires totaling 2.03 carats, set in 18k white gold. The ruby measuring 7 x 5 mm, and the sapph...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond White Gold Dinner Ring Circa 1930s
Located in South Pasadena, CA
The Art Deco diamond white gold long dinner ring from the 1930s is set with 3 old round cut diamonds and two calibrated cut blue stones.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Fancy Colored Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Art Deco fancy coloured diamond cluster ring. Set to the centre with a natural unenhanced fancy brown-yellow cushion shape old mine diamond, SI2 clarity in an open back claw setting ...
Diamond, Palladium
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond & Ruby Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond & Ruby Navette Ring A ring featuring old European cut diamonds & square cut rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Diamond Platinum Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
This amazing platinum ring is centered with a natural oval cut sapphire that weighs approximately 1.50ct. The sapphire is flanked by two old mine cut diamonds weighing approximately ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant blue sapphire sits between two glittering old cut diamonds in this Art Deco trilogy ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
An intense royal blue Sapphire sits between two old cut diamonds in this timeless Art Deco trilogy ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond ring, French, circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond ring. Set to centre with a single octagonal emerald-cut Colombian emerald with minor clarity enhancement in an open back claw setting with an a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco French Platinum Ring, Emerald and Old-Cut Diamonds
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This superb Art Deco platinum ring showcases a vibrant step-cut emerald of approximately 1.5 carats, framed by two beautifully matched old-cut diamonds totaling around 1.40 carats. T...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 0.50ct Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This Art Deco trilogy ring features a central vibrant emerald flanked by two wonderful old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$2,880Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Three-Stone Ring 3.33 Ct 18K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco-style three-stone ring features 1 octagon cut blue sapphire totaling 3.33 carats, set in rich 18K white gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.65ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
An intense blue sapphire sits between two glittering old cut diamonds in this Art Deco trilogy ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.30ct Diamond and Sapphire Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A sparkling old cut diamond sits between two natural sapphires in this stunning Art Deco trilogy ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.20ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vivid blue sapphire sits between two sparkling old cut diamonds in this Art Deco trilogy ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 0.70ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vibrant blue sapphire is flanked by two old cut diamonds in this 1920s trilogy ring. The central sapphire is a 0.70 carat oval cut stone, claw set into platinum. The diamond pair a...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Art Deco trilogy ring features a stunning natural unheated sapphire as its centrepiece.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 2.34ct Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Austrian, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A stunning natural blue sapphire is the centre of this lavish art deco ring. The 2.34 carat sapphire is oval cut, and is a clear violetish-blue colour.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond and Green Emerald Ring
Located in Denver, CO
An Old European-cut diamond measuring approximately 0.25 carats sits at the center of this classic Art Deco gem accented by two trillion-cut green emeralds and fine filigree. Set in ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.76 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.76 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Ring A platinum ring centering a GIA-certified cushion-cut diamond flanked by two round-cut rubies. Approximate Diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Three-Stone Rectangular Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning three stone emerald and diamond ring is crafted in solid platinum. Showcasing a prominent high quality genuine rectangular emerald-cut Colombian emerald approx. 6.70 ca...
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style 14K Yellow Gold Diamond And Sapphires Garter Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Garter Ring. It depicts a gold ring with a top divided by two small squares at the sides and one larger one in the center. T...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Three-Stone Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
A tailored three stone ring featuring a center ruby weighing approximately 0.35 carat illuminated by two European cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.40 carat total mounted in 14 k...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco ruby diamond ring in 18 karat gold and platinum, synthetic rubies
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Deco ruby diamond ring in 18 karat gold and platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 1920s 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Old Cut Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco diamond, platinum, and yellow gold ring, comprising one old mine cut diamond, and two old European cut diamonds, set in platinum, to an 18 karat yellow gold band. My fa...
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Late Deco 0.45ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
A deep blue sapphire is flanked by a pair of old cut diamonds in this classic 1940s three stone ring. The central sapphire an oval cut stone weighing 0.45 carat. The two diamonds are...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Large Natural Pearl 1.60 Ct Diamond Trilogy Ring 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This Art Deco ring is 1930 circa. Hand made during the time of solid 18 KT white gold, marked.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Sophia D. Ruby and Yellow Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This three-stone ring by Sophia D. showcases a stunning round-cut yellow diamond at the center, weighing 0.96 carat.
Yellow Diamond, Ruby
$1,144Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 2.61ct Garnet Peridot Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Indulge in timeless elegance with this stunning 14-karat yellow gold ring. Featuring a captivating 2.61-carat garnet as the centerpiece, this design exudes vibrant sophistication...
Peridot, Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Art Deco Yellow Gold Ring with Natural Sapphire & Diamonds, Vintage Charm
Located in Berlin, BE
This exquisite 14k Art Deco three-stone ring, crafted in classic yellow gold, features a captivating natural sapphire at its center, radiating with deep blue allure.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.30 Carat Oval Cut Sapphire Ring. 1.30ct Diamond Three Stone Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Sapphire Sapphire Weight: Approx 2.30 Carats Sapphire Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Total Side Diamond Weight: Approx 1.30 Carats Diamond ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.89 Carat Untreated Colombian Emerald Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Art Deco-era elegance is reflected in this captivating emerald and diamond ring. The 2.89-carat emerald is certified by the American Gemological Laboratories as originating in Colomb...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$19,285Sale Price|20% Off
Columbian Emerald Trilogy Art Deco inspired Ring with Diamonds in 18k Gold
Located in London, GB
Colombian Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring. Indulge in the timeless elegance of this stunning trilogy ring. The heart of this exquisite piece is a vibrant, green Colombian emerald, ...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Emerald Silhouette - 3 Stone Diamond Ring GIA Certified in 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings shine. Emerald Silhouette defines the room. A tribute to timeless wealth and refined power, this masterpiece centers a breathtaking 2.03‑carat Emerald‑Cut Diamond (GIA 12...
Diamond, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.47 Carat No Heat Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Art Deco Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications: Item Type: Three-Stone Engagement / Cocktail Ring Metal: 18K White Gold (stamped 18K 750) Weight: 3.84 grams Size: Adjustable Shank Style: Plain Tapered High-...
Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Art Deco Style 2.30 Ct Ceylon No Heat Liliac Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Art Deco style is mid century Meaningful trilogy design, timeless and sophisticate, hand crafted of solid Platinum – English hallmarks Centering a beautiful and quit...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Three Stone Engagement Ring. GIA 2.10ct Cushion Cut Diamond Ring Platinum K VS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Secondary Stones: Diamonds Center Diamond Weight: Approx 2.10 Carats Side Diamond Weight: Approx 1.10 Carats Total Center Diamond Cut: Antiqu...
Diamond, Platinum
$2,592Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Style 3.33 CTW Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco-style three-stone ring features 1 octagon cut blue sapphire totaling 3.33 carats, set in rich 14K white gold.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.81 Carat G SI1 Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring In 18K
Located in Roma, IT
This elegant Art Deco style ring features a 0.70 ct Old European cut diamond at its center, displaying the distinctive broad facets and romantic character associated with early twent...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Ring with Baguette Diamonds, Three Stone Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Emerald cut green tourmaline adorned with baguette diamonds Three stone ring Green Tourmaline Size: 8 x6 mm Baguette Diamonds: Two 4.5 x 2 mm Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Color: GHI D...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 5.84 Carats Colombian Emerald & Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Ring
By Dover Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
This elegant three-stone cocktail and engagement ring is a timeless design, meticulously crafted in platinum and showcasing a stunning GIA-certified Colombian emerald at its center. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K White Gold Marquise & Pear Three-Stone Diamond Ring 0.86 Ct Proposal Ring
Located in Deira, AE
Timeless and refined, this elegant three-stone ring features a bold marquise-cut center diamond flanked by two inward-facing pear-shaped natural diamonds, all set in a sleek polished...
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Blue Zircon Diamond 18ct Yellow & White Gold Flower Ring M 6.25
Located in SYDNEY, AU
The zircon is set in a beautifully crafted flower-shaped setting and flanked by two glittering diamonds in an Art Deco floral design.
Blue Zircon, Zircon, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Ring with Baguette Diamonds, Three Stone Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Emerald cut green tourmaline adorned with baguette diamonds Three stone ring Green Tourmaline Size: 8 x6 mm Baguette Diamonds: Two 4.5 x 2 mm Diamond Clarity: SI Diamond Color: GHI D...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.25ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful antique three stone ring dates back to the 1930s and features a beautiful central emerald, flanked by transitional cut diamonds. The emerald cut stone weighs 0.25 cara...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 3 Stone Pear Shape 2.20ct
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Platinum Emerald & Diamond Engagement Ring 3 Stone Pear Shape Primary Stones: Natural Colombian Emerald Shape or Cut: Pear Cut Average Color/Clarity: Medium Fine Green Color/Clarity...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Three-Stone (Trinity) 1.20ct Ceylon Sapphire & Old-Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Exquisitely designed as a Three-Stone (Trinity) Ring – that type of setting traditionally symbolised 2 souls coming together in 1 union This Art-Deco inspired Dress Ring is by Good...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum 0.53 CT Diamond and Sapphire Three Stone Ring with GIA Report
Located in Ocala, FL
An elegant platinum ring showcasing a refined three-stone design, centered by a 0.53-carat round brilliant-cut diamond with a distinctive light-yellow hue. Graded S–T color and VS2 c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Late Deco 1.00ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
A trio of sparkling transitional cut diamonds are beautifully displayed in this Late Deco ring. The central stone sits the largest at 0.40 carat whilst the two flanking stones are 0....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Deco 1.90ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
A trio of transitional cut diamonds are elegantly showcased in this Late Deco ring. At the centre sits the largest of the three diamonds, being 0.90 carat with the two flanking diamo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
Late Deco 0.40ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1940s, this Late Deco solitaire ring is a timeless classic, set with a sparkling transitional cut diamond its centre. Weighing 0.40 carat, the diamond is of good q...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,364Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Ring, Three Stone Emerald and Diamond Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Diamond Ring in 18K gold featuring natural emerald of 1.65 carats and diamonds of 0.23 carat. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Emerald enhances the intell...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
EGL Certified 2.69 Carat Diamond Emerald Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautifully crafted 1930's Art Deco three stone diamond and emerald engagement ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
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