Used Engagement
2010s Turkish Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century European Post-War Used Engagement
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Modern Used Engagement
White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Used Engagement
Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Israeli Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Israeli Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Israeli Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum
2010s Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Used Engagement
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Used Engagement
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
20th Century American Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Irish Modern Used Engagement
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
American Used Engagement
2010s American Used Engagement
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modernist Used Engagement
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Used Engagement
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Early 2000s Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Unknown Retro Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Retro Used Engagement
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Edwardian Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold
1930s Italian Art Deco Used Engagement
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Used Engagement
14k Gold
Late 20th Century Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1970s Modern Used Engagement
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Used Engagement
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Turkish Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Artist Used Engagement
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Used Engagement
Diamond, Platinum
2010s European Modern Used Engagement
Topaz, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s Israeli Modern Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Used Engagement
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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Finding the Right rings for You
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 Bvlgari 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The fourth finger, or ring finger, is typically the finger used for engagement rings. However, which hand people typically wear engagement rings on varies. The left hand is the most common option in the U.S., Austria, Bulgaria, Germany, France, Ireland, Mexico, the UK, Norway, Poland, Russia, Canada, Australia and other countries. In Italy, Croatia, the Netherlands, Portugal, Switzerland, Spain and India, engagement rings usually go on the right hand. Explore a large collection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, you can use your engagement ring as your wedding ring. Although many people choose to wear a separate wedding band, you're free to have your new spouse slip your engagement ring onto your finger during your wedding ceremony. In this case, you would forego wearing a wedding band entirely. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique and vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, it is okay to use an engagement ring as a wedding band. Some people prefer not to wear two separate rings and use the same piece both to symbolize their intent to marry and for their marriage vows. A wedding ring also doesn't have to be a band ring at all. A solitaire, halo or other type of engagement ring featuring a central stone and accent stones can easily serve as a wedding ring. You're free to choose any ring to function as both your engagement and wedding rings. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of wedding rings.
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