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
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 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 0.66 Carat Diamond and 14 Carat White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive vintage Art Deco diamond ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report certificate for the feature stone, in addition to an independent diamond grading ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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
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
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
Platinum Art Deco Ring with 1.65ct Old Mine and other Cut Diamonds GIA
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: This vintage Art Deco ring is a stunning piece crafted in platinum, featuring a dazzling 1.53 carat circular brilliant cut diamond with D colo...
Diamond, Platinum
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
14K Gold Two Stone Emerald Diamond Band 0.95 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Twin Natural Zambian Emerald & Diamond Band Ring – 0.95 Carat Emerald Two-Stone Ring Celebrate contemporary elegance with this 14K Yellow Gold Twin Emerald Band Ring...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art - Deco Dinner Ring natural Sapphire Diamonds Platinum ØUS 5 /3.2gr
Located in SE
This elongated Diner ring is about the elegance of the roaring Art -Deco of 1920s.Crafted in solid high grade Platinum with fine Gems this ring shows perfect geometry that defines th...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Style Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Oval Plaque Ring, Champagne Accents
Located in Braintree, GB
Art Deco style platinum ring, the oval plaque set with an oval sapphire of 1.10 ct within a field of white and champagne diamonds, with calibre cut sapphire points above and below.
Platinum
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
Art Deco Diamond Ring Solid 14k Yellow / White Gold Hand Engraved 0.70ct Diamond
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Ring METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's CENTER STONE / WEIGHT: .7 Cts.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Art Deco 0.40 Carat Emerald 1.52 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 0.40 carat emerald and 1.52 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse collection of gemstone rings.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1.29 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This Art Deco two stone diamond ring with baguette shoulders makes an exceptional gift for celebrating a lasting partnership, combining romantic symbolism with the distinctive geomet...
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Platinum Art Deco Ring 4.23ct Old European Diamonds & 0.06ct Sapphire N VS1 GIA
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your style with this vintage Art Deco platinum ring, showcasing a stunning 3.48-carat Old European Cut diamond with N color and VS1 cl...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Unheated Burmese 2.07ct Ruby and 0.65ct Diamond Platinum Ring, AGL, Cir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The platinum setting stays close and low around both the ruby and the diamonds, a hallmark of 1920s Art Deco construction that prioritized the stones themselves over an ornate mounti...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 1.74 Carat Sapphire and 0.18 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.74 carat sapphire and 0.18 carat diamond, platinum ring; part of our sapphire jewelry collection.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 2.25ct Diamond and 0.3ct Sapphire Platinum Filigree Dome Ring, Circa 19
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Two vertical bars of french cut sapphires flank the center column, their deep blue reading as hard, saturated color against the diamonds' white brilliance; a contrast Art Deco design...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 18k White Gold 0.55tcw Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Engraved Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique Art Deco ring is crafted in 18k white gold and set with two old European cut diamonds weighing 0.33ct and 0.22ct, for a total diamond weight of 0.55ctw.
Diamond, Sapphire
Art Deco Platinum Ring with Old-Cut Diamond and Calibrated Sapphire Halo
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
The geometric halo emphasizes the classic Art Deco aesthetic, while the shoulders are accented with two small old-cut diamonds on each side, adding delicate sparkle without overpower...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.85 Carat Old European Cut Ring. Diamond Sapphire Ring Platinum J VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.85 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Center Diamond Sett...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Ring. 1.80ct Old Euro Cut and Sapphire Ring J VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.80 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary Stones: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Style 18ct White Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Geometric Plaque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Deco Style Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 2000 Embrace the elegance of the 1920s with this stunning 18ct white gold Art Deco-style ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1919 Art - Deco Ring 0.3ct Emerald Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS6.75 /2.35gr
Located in SE
Authentic early Art Deco vertical plaque Ring crafted in solid 18K Gold with platinum front.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond And Sapphire Ring. GIA 1.5ct Old Euro Cut Diamond Platinum KVS2
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.50 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: K Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Certification: GIA ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Preloved 18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Deco Style Sapphire and Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Sapphire & Diamond Bombe Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 2000s Captivate the room with the bold, architectural elegance of this Art Deco-style bombé ring.
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Gold
18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Deco Style Calibrated Ruby and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved Target Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 2000s A striking Art Deco style target ring showcasing geometric symmetry, vibrant contrast, and fine milgrain detailing thr...
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum 1920s Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Swirl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s Introducing an exquisite original Art Deco ring crafted from 18ct gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.50 carat diamond and platinum Art Deco ring; part of our diverse range of Art Deco jewelry/jewelry.
Diamond, Platinum
Three Stone Aquamarine Ring. 2.90TCW Aquamarine with Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Aquamarine Center Aquamarine Weight: 1.85 carats Center Aquamarine Cut: Step Cut Secondary Stones: Aquamarines and Diamonds Aquamarine Weight: 1.05 car...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 8.41 Carat Chrysoberyl and 0.30 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 8.41 carat chrysoberyl and 0.30 carat diamond, platinum ring; part of our diverse collection of antique gemstone jewelry.
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1920s Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Geometric Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Gold Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1920s Elevate your style with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold art deco ring boasting a captivating tiered geometric design adorned wit...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Late Art Deco Platinum 1+ Carat Euro Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an absolutely gorgeous Art Deco ring in platinum with a stunning 1+ carat old Euro cut diamond center accented by two beautiful baguette diamonds!
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco old cut diamond synthetic sapphire navette 18k white gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A distinctive jewel from the Art Deco period, this elegant navette ring showcases three antique Peruzzi cut diamonds arranged in a graceful elongated design.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.15 Carat Pink Sapphire & .40 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Fabulous alternative engagement or wedding ring! Stunning Art Deco period pink violet sapphire and diamond platinum ring.
Sapphire, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum 0.90 Carat Old European Cut Diamond & Natural Emerald Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Art Deco Composition: Platinum Primary Stone: Old European Cut Diamond Carat Weight: Approximately 0.90 Carats Color/Clarity: H / VS1 Accent Stone: Eight French Cut Natural...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Style Green Emerald Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum Oval & Baguette Cut
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Crafted in platinum, this luxurious Art Deco style dress ring features an oval shaped rich green natural emerald, claw set to a halo of twenty-two brilliant cut diamonds, and two mor...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum GIA Certified 1.17 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Free Sizing. Handmade Platinum Art Deco influenced princess cut diamond engagement ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum, 0.35 Carat Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Introducing an exquisite and authentic Art Deco ring crafted from 18ct white gold and platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s 0.75 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Art Deco Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive Art Deco diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum 1920s Original Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Sapphire Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s This is a truly stunning original Art Deco ring, crafted from 18ct gold and platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Art Deco 18k Gold Ruby Emerald Diamond Pagoda Ring, Circa 1930s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The Art Deco pagoda Emerald and Ruby ring was all the rage during the early 1930's.
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ruby Square Ring Sz 7.25 Platinum Jewelry 1920s
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond & ruby square ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 900 platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Fancy Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s A striking example of Art Deco elegance, this exquisite ring is crafted in a refined combination of 18ct white gold...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Yellow Diamond Ring 18K Gold Cocktail with Blue Sapphire(#25)0.49
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large Art Deco Style Ring Bold Impressive Statement Ring Center is Natural Yellow Diamond surrounded with Blue Sapphire.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ruby Ring Sz 5.5 Platinum Navette Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond & ruby ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 900 platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 18ct White Gold Art Deco Ruby & Diamond Scroll Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 1920’s Fabulous, Art Deco target ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k white gold Art Deco diamond and sapphire 3 stone ring with diamond accents.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.10 Carat Sapphire and 2.45 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique French 1.10 carat Basaltic sapphire and 2.45 carat diamond, platinum Art Deco cocktail ring; part of our diverse collection of antique rings.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco 0.28 Carat Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The yellow gold Art Deco ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading certificate for the feature diamond, in addition to an IDGL diamond grading report card for the supporting ston...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Original Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Introducing an exquisite original Art Deco Target Ring, a true testament to timeless elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco 1ct Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Estate Fine Bridal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant & finely detailed Art Deco era engagement ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in platinum.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2.80 Carat Emerald Diamond Wedding Ring 14K Gold 3 Stone Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Natural Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring – 2.80 Carat Emerald Trilogy Ring with 0.60 Carat Natural Diamond Halo Experience timeless luxury with this exquis...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 0.59 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Twist Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive Art Deco diamond dress ring has been crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Platinum, 1920s Art Deco Pink Tourmaline Diamond Oval Cluster Halo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pink Tourmaline Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1920s This stunning platinum ring features a centre oval pink tourmaline stone, evoking the elegance of the 1920s art deco era.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Diamond Sapphire Ring. 2ct Old Euro Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 2.00 carats Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Center Diamond Sett...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Art Deco Ring with 2.15 Carat Old European F VS Diamonds Size 5.5
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Art Deco Platinum Ring with 2.15 Carat Diamonds, Size 5.5 DESCRIPTION: Step back into a time of elegance and sophistication with this Art Deco...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1.03 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated setting displays a stunning feature six-claw set 0.75ct transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond. The elevated ring shoulders are ornamented with two ba...
Diamond, 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.
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.