14 Karat Emerald Cut Amethyst Gold Cocktail Ring 1940s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning large Emerald Cut Amethyst Cocktail ring. Wonderful 14K Gold Setting on this ring. The
1940s Vintage 1940s Ring
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Emerald Cut Amethyst Gold Cocktail Ring 1940s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning large Emerald Cut Amethyst Cocktail ring. Wonderful 14K Gold Setting on this ring. The
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Platinium Gold Retro Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
. Our opinion : the antique jewelry of the 1940s presents architectural lines, this antique diamond ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum. Antique jewel from the early 1940s
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Late Deco 0.52ct Diamond Full Eternity Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
An unbroken ring of old cut diamonds are on display in this Late Deco eternity ring. It features
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
. Authentic antique jewel - Work of the 1940s. Our opinion : A sober and elegant antique diamond signet ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
resize, please contact us. Antique jewel - Work from the 1940s. Our opinion : An antique signet ring that
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1940s Tank Diamond Asymetrical 18 Karat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- Work of the 1940s. Our opinion : This tank diamond ring has been rhodium plated by its previous owner
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1940s Retro Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark, and platinum. This pretty retro tank ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18ct Gold 1940s DEAREST Diamond Emerald Amethyst Ruby Sapphire & Tourmaline Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Dearest Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1940's This vintage acrostic ring from the
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18ct White Gold, 1940s Large Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 1940s Step into timeless elegance with
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late Deco 0.76ct Diamond Full Eternity Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This stunning Late Deco full eternity ring features a total of 19 round brilliant diamonds, each
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s 3.50 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
total of 3.50 carats. Circa 1940s Size 8 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Retro Rubis Diamonds 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 14 karat rose gold, shell hellmark. Imposing retro ring, its setting is made of bright
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, and platinum, dog head hallmark. Magnificent tank ring, it has in the
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
1940s Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous diamond cluster ring taken from the 1940s. At the centre of this ring
Diamond, Platinum
Circa 1940s Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 8.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s 2.50 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
2.50 carats. Circa 1940s Size 6 3/4, resizable
Diamond, 14k Gold
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Retro 1940s 14k Rose Gold Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring, 0.95ct
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
, standout statemnt ring, dating to the 1940s when cocktail parties were the rage. Condition: Very Good
Ruby, Diamond, Palladium, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Art Deco Diamond Anniversary Wedding Band Ring .25ct Original 1940s 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique Art Deco from 1940s Anniversary Band .25ct Diamond 14K White & Yellow
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1940s Single Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1940s Step back in time with this
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Retro Ruby and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold and Palladium
Located in Wailea, HI
1940's Retro Ruby and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold and Palladium Nineteen Round Rubies weighing 2.30
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Palladium
Late Deco 0.60ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful cluster ring dates back to the 1940s. At its heart sits a delightful 0.60 carat
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Deco 3.75ct Star Sapphire Solitaire Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
A stunning cabochon cut, star sapphire takes centre stage in this late deco solitaire ring. claw
Star Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 19.50ct Jade Cocktail Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This 1940s cocktail ring showcases a stunning natural jade at its heart. The Jade weighs a sizable
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Deco 0.40ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1940s, this beautiful cluster ring centres around a 0.40 carat blue sapphire
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Jade and Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Ring, circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This groovy 1940s Retro ring features a substantial, bezel-set oval cabochon green jade stone
Jade, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
French 1940s Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
opinion : A sapphire diamond ring that perfectly illustrates the french work done in the early 1940's
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1940s Ruby & Diamond Floral Bow Burst Cocktail Ring – 14K Rose Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A genuine 1940s vintage ring in 14K rose gold cocktail ring featuring a 0.43ct old European cut
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Madeira Citrine Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This eye-catching 1940s Retro ring features a vibrant 6-carat, deep fiery-orange Madeira citrine in
Diamond, Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
10K Yellow Gold Art Deco Sardonyx Ring, Circa 1940s, Size 9.25
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Evoking the elegance of a bygone era, this 10 karat gold Art Deco sardonyx ring dates to the 1940s
Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
each stone. Condition This vintage 1940s cocktail ring is fine quality set with rubies and very well
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Purple Star Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Electronically tested 14k rose gold custom cast purple star sapphire and diamond ring. The featured
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Late Deco 0.45 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This classic and timeless ring dates to the 1940s. The square setting work holds a round brilliant
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late Deco 0.60ct Diamond Solitaire Twist Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
: 0.60 Colour: I Clarity: VS2 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1940s Size: L 1/2
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Art Deco Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This stunning engagement ring is a diamond solitaire on an 18 carat yellow gold band. The dazzling
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 0.25 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This ring dates to the 1940s but has strong influences from the Victorian era. The classic and
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late Deco 1.70ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1940s, this stunning Late Deco halo ring features a vibrant natural blue sapphire at
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Platinum, 2.70 Carat Full Diamond Eternity Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Eternity Band Platinum Circa 1940s Step back in time with this exquisite 1940s eternity
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Platinum Ring with Old Brilliant-Cut Diamonds 1940s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage Art Deco Platinum Ring with Old Brilliant-Cut Diamonds Vintage geometric ring made of high
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18ct Rose Gold, 1940s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring 18ct Rose & White Gold Tested Circa 1940’s Introducing a
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Late Deco 0.50ct Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1940s is this trilogy ring featuring a natural emerald at its centre, with a
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s 1.90 Carat Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Magnificent and original antique ring in gold, it is
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1940s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum, dog head hallmark. Charming ring
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1940s Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewel - French work from the 1940s. Our opinion : Massive, this antique signet ring features
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1940s Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Retro Knot Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark, and platinum, dog head hallmark. Retro ring, its
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Asymetrical Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the 1940s. Our opinion : A diamond tank ring that follows perfectly the curve of the
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Retro Dress Ring, 1940s
Located in Zurich, CH
Ravishing 18 karat yellow gold, platinum and diamond Retro dress ring from the 1940s. Eye-catching
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro Diamond & Ruby 14k Rose and Yellow Gold Tank Design Ring 1940s
Located in Towson, MD
This bold 1940s Retro era ring is crafted in 14 karat white and rose gold and designed in the
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
French 1940s Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
work from the 1940s. Our opinion : here is an antique solitaire ring of very beautiful quality, its
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
French 1940s Asymmetrical Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum. The asymmetrical setting of this
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Domed Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewelry - French work from the 1940s. Our opinion : A diamond tank ring that's elegant, durable
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1940s Flower Design Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1940s This stunning vintage ring from
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
French 1940s Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark, and platinum, dog head hallmark. Voluminous tank
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 1.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Late Deco cluster ring. The oval cut sapphire has a beautiful deep blue tone which, set amongst the
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knot Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the 1940s. Our opinion : A truly original setting for this tank diamond ring that will
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 3.20ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful deep blue sapphire sits central to this 1940s cocktail ring. The oval cut sapphire
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1940s Emerald & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1940s This stunning 18ct yellow gold ring
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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