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
$40,560Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 3 Carat Engagement Ring. Old European Cut Diamond Square Halo Ring KVS1
Located in New York, NY
Age: Vintage Era: Art Deco Era, Circa 1930 Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 3.00-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Primary Stone Color: K Color Primary ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style Sapphire & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By Pico Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Ring contains one center square shape sapphire 3.11ct, two trapezoid cut diamonds and two tapered baguettes, 0.70tcw. Center sapphire is GIA certified. Diamonds are G in color and VS...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Art Deco Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This substantial Art Deco ring is ornamented with two impressive 8.7mm cultured pearls.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.23ct Old European Cut Diamond & Sapphire Platinum Art Deco Filigree Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: This exquisite Art Deco platinum ring showcases a 3.48-carat Old European Cut diamond framed in an ornate filigree setting with intricate milgrain detailing throughout.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$23,920Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 2 Carat Ring. GIA Old Euro Diamond Accent Engagement Ring Platinum KVS1
Located in New York, NY
Age: Vintage Certification: GIA Certificate Carat Weight: Approx. 2.00-Carats Stone Cut: Old European Cut Stone: Diamond Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Crown Mounting R...
Diamond, Platinum
Two Stone Genuine Cushion Emerald Diamond Ring for Her in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Two Stone Genuine Cushion Emerald Diamond Ring for Her in 18k Gold featuring natural emerald of 0.91 carats and diamonds of 0.33 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 0.50ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1930s, this beautiful cluster ring features a natural sapphire at its centre. The oval cut sapphire weighs 0.50 carat and is claw set within a cluster of sparkling...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Emerald Diamond Ring Platinum Elongated Plaque Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco emerald & diamond ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco 1.01 Carat Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This is truly a special art deco engagement ring. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cushion Cut Carat Weight: 1.01 Colour: G Clarity: SI1 Metal: 18ct White Gold, Platinum Age: 1...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 4 Carat Engagement Ring. GIA Old Euro Cut Diamond Platinum Ring KSI1
Located in New York, NY
Age: Antique Certification: GIA Certificate Carat Weight: Approx. 4.3-Carats Stone Cut: Old European Cut Stone: Diamond Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Prong Ring Color:...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 3.82ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This art deco show stopper features a stunning Star Sapphire at its centre. The 3.80 carat sapphire is Cabochon cut and mounted in platinum. Decorative metal work features at the top...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring, Circa 1920
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1920s A striking Art Deco ring set with six French-cut rubies and seven single-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
14k Solid White Gold Two Stone Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring in Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Two Stone Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring for Her in 14K Gold featuring natural emerald of 1.92 carat and diamonds of 0.43 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1914 Art Deco Transitional Diamond Filigree Ring 18k White Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Gorgeous Art Deco filigree ring with a transitional diamond in the center and two small diamonds in the shoulders.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco 2.08ct Diamond Platinum Round Engagement Ring Sz. 5.75
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
A stunning Art Deco platinum engagement ring featuring a total of approximately 2.08 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Introducing a stunning 18ct gold and platinum Art Deco ring. This fabulous bombe-shaped design showcases a dazzling diamond centre stone perfectly placed on top.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Ring. 0.70ct Aquamarine Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.25 US, Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Aquamarine Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite aquamarine and diamond ring showcases a stunning appr...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.95 carat old European diamond platinum toi et moi ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco Toi et Moi ring is a beautiful embodiment of romance and refined 1930s design.
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold 3 Diamond Ring Ring Size 6 3.10 Grams
Located in Media, PA
Offered here is a beautiful and authentic Art Deco period three-stone diamond ring crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, showcasing classic early 20th-century elegance.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire 1920s Ring
Located in Towson, MD
The mounting has been carefully restored, with prongs expertly rebuilt to securely accommodate the center stone. Flanking the diamond on each side are two approximately 4mm x 2.5mm t...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Three Stone Aquamarine Ring. 2.90TCW Aquamarine with Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.25 US, Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Aquamarine, Diamond Stone Cut: Step Cut Style: Art Deco This exquisite three-stone aquamarine engagement ring showcases a stunn...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
18k Solid Yellow Gold Two Stone Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring Wedding Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Two Stone Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 1 carat and diamonds of 0.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Sapphire...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Ruby and Blue Sapphire Two Stone Ring with Diamonds for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Blue Sapphire Two Stone Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.49 carats and diamond of 0.14 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style....
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Diamond 1.04 carat & Blue Sapphire Ring 18 Karat Gold Art Deco Ring (#26)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco Style Ring Bold statement ring Center is natural Yellow Diamond surrounded with Blue Sapphire.
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Art Deco Style 1950s 1.89 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage Art Deco style 1.89 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond Art Deco Ring, European Cut 1.22 Carat Vintage Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Art Deco allure! Exquisitely crafted in platinum, this glamorous vintage ring showcases an ornate filigree design featuring two European cut diamonds sweetly accompanied by a shimmer...
Diamond, Platinum
$7,120Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Filigree Engagement Ring. 0.70ct Old European Cut Diamond Platinum HVS2
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite antique engagement ring, handcrafted during the Art Deco era circa 1925, showcases a approx. 0.70-carat old European cut diamond as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Platinum
Two Stone Pear Cut Sapphire Diamond Open Stackable Ring in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Two Stone Pear Cut Sapphire Diamond Open Stackable Ring for Women in 14K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 0.7 carats and diamonds of 0.41 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Cert. Burma No Heat Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This very pretty engagement ring is Art Deco period Hand crafted as unique of solid 18 Kt with Platinum top – both marked Classy cluster design with two baguette Diamonds complementi...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Yellow Diamond 1.21 carat & Blue Sapphire Ring 18 Karat Gold Art Deco Ring (#3)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco Style Bold Beautiful Statement Ring Center is natural Yellow Diamond surrounded with Blue Sapphire.
Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco inspired diamond sapphire cluster platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A refined interpretation of classic Deco glamour, this platinum cluster ring centers on a bright 0.41 carat round brilliant diamond.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum Art Deco Upfinger Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1920’s Fabulous, Art Deco bombe/dome design ring.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond And Sapphire Ring. GIA 1.5ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Platinum KVS2
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Diamond Primary Stone Weight: approx 1.50 Carats Primary Stone Cut: Old European Cut Color Grade: K Color Clarity Grade: VS2 Certification: GIA Certificate Secondary...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Platinum 1920s Original Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Across Finger Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring Platinum Circa 1920s A striking Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring crafted in platinum, showcasing the bold geometry and refined elegance that defines the Ar...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring mounted in Platinum
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring mounted in Platinum.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 14K Gold Old European Cut Diamond Ring – .80 CT Center – Ring Size 5.5
Located in Media, PA
Flanking the center stone are two tapered baguette-cut diamond accents, adding sleek linear contrast and enhancing the Art Deco aesthetic.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco GIA 1.62 carat old mine cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant Art Deco engagement ring centers on a captivating 1.62 carat old mine cut diamond, certified by GIA #6535679846, offering a beautiful balance of brilliance and antique c...
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s Art Deco Platinum Ring with Old-Cut Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Milano, MI
Main Features: Period: Art Deco, early 1900s Material: Platinum Diamonds: Old-cut, approx. 0.80 ct total Center diamond: Old-cut, approx. 0.40 ct Quality: Good commercial white, wit...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.66ct Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Media, PA
Authentic Art Deco Elegance This exquisite original Art Deco engagement ring showcases the intricate craftsmanship of the era.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style 1.07 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage Art Deco style cluster ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 1.39 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive Art Deco ring is supplied with three IDGL diamond grading report certificates for the feature stones, in addition to an IDGL diamond grading report card for the suppo...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 1.27 Carat Diamond and Pearl White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.27 carat diamond and pearl, 18 karat white gold and platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate je...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Artemer 18k Gold Art Deco Triangle Diamond Engagement Ring, Low-Profile
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This Artemer triangle diamond ring is a study in sleek geometry and quiet luxury.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Art Deco Ruby Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marquise Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum French Stamped Circa 1920’s Fabulous, French made Art Deco ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1.46Ct Diamond and Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive bezel set diamond cluster ring in platinum is supplied with two IDGL diamond grading report certificates for the feature stones, in addition to an IDGL diamond gradin...
Diamond, Platinum
18ct Gold 1920s Art Deco Octagonal Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Art Deco Aquamarine Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1920s Introducing a stunning 18ct yellow gold ring from the glamorous 1920s, epitomising the elegance of the Art Deco era.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 2.18 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.18 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold, palladium set Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse diamond jewellery and estate jewelry col...
Diamond, White Gold, Palladium
Cushion Salt-and-Pepper Diamond Art Deco Yellow Gold Ring, 1.33 Carat
By Ursula Rickmers
Located in Miramar, FL
Like a fingerprint, the internal pattern of this salt-and-pepper diamond belongs to this stone alone. Whether worn as an alternative engagement ring or chosen for reasons entirely yo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 0.34 Carat Diamond Twin Daisy Cluster Ring, circa 1923
Located in London, GB
Two daisies adorn this lovely art deco ring. The intertwining flowers are studded with diamonds, with a 0.05 carat diamond in the centre and six diamonds as petals.
Diamond, 22k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 14K White Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k white gold Art Deco ring features a diamond that is older than the ring.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Yellow Diamond Ring 18K Gold Cocktail with Blue Sapphire (#28)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brilliant Art Deco Style Ring Bold Impressive Statement Ring Center is Natural Yellow Diamond surrounded with Natural Blue Sapphire.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Statement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A gorgeous emerald and blue sapphires are presented in classic Art Deco style. The center emerald stone radiates from within a sparkling halo of bright round brilliant cut diamonds p...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum "Toi et Moi" Old-Cut Diamond Ring — Circa 1920
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
The Details Era / Style: Art Deco (Circa 1920) Design: "Toi et Moi" (You and Me) Metal: Solid Platinum (Stamped with Mascaron hallmark) Weight: 5,6 g Size: 53 FR / 6.75 US / ...
Diamond, Platinum
18ct White Gold, Art Deco Style Sapphire & Diamond Double Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved Sapphire Halo Ring 18ct White Gold Stamped 750 Circa 2000 Step into a world of vintage elegance with this stunning Art Deco style ring, crafted in luxurious 18ct white g...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 0.45 Carat Sapphire 1.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 0.45 carat sapphire and 1.75 carat diamond, platinum dress ring; part of our diverse antique Art Deco jewelry collections.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cushion Salt-and-Pepper Diamond Art Deco White Gold Ring, 1.41 Carat
By Ursula Rickmers
Located in Miramar, FL
Their bright, linear sparkle provides a crisp contrast to the brooding center diamond. The combination has an Art Deco sensibility, all geometry and intention.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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