1940s cocktail ring in platinum and diamonds
Located in Milano, MI
Gorgeous 1940s period cocktail ring, handmade in platinum and set with diamonds of various cuts for
1940s Vintage 1940s Ring
Diamond, Platinum
1940s cocktail ring in platinum and diamonds
Located in Milano, MI
Gorgeous 1940s period cocktail ring, handmade in platinum and set with diamonds of various cuts for
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Diamond White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ring; part our vintage jewelry/estate jewelry collections. This impressive 1940s diamond engagement
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
A charming 18K yellow gold ring from the 1940s, featuring a sparkling white gemstone of
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$2,278Sale Price|20% Off
1940s 0.60 carat Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
Elegant vintage ring from the 1940s–1945 featuring old-cut diamonds set in a refined design of 18k
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold 1940s Citrine & Cabochon Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Citrine Cocktail Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1940s This stunning 18ct yellow gold
Citrine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 1.20ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1940, this stunning trilogy ring features a central ruby flanked by a pair of
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
approximately a total of 0.30 carats. CIrca 1940s Size 4 1/2, resizable
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s, Platinum Diamond Engagement & Wedding Band Bridal Ring Set
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Bridal Ring Set Platinum Circa 1940s This vintage bridal ring set is a stunning piece
Diamond, Platinum
Late Deco 1.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Late Deco period, this beautiful cluster ring features an intense blue sapphire
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s 6.68 Carat Diamond Domed Ring
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 5.00 carats. Circa 1940s Size 6 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Mined .80 Carat Original 1940s .80ct
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1940's Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring .80ct
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Coral and Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
approximately a total of 0.15 carat. Circa 1940s Size 6 3/4, resizable
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Unisex Art Deco 10kt. Solid Gold Tiger Eye Hand Constructed Ring from 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Ring METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940
10k Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Gold, Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
France Circa 1940s Size 8 1/2, resizable
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$1,352Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Retro Design Turquoise yellow Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
Technical Specifications: • 1940s Retro Design • Material: 18-karat Yellow Gold • Gemstone
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1940s Rose-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewel - French work from the 1940's. Our opinion : An antique tank ring characteristic of its
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro Diamond and Ruby 14K Rose Gold Ring, circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This delightful and charming Retro period ring from the 1940s is a true testament to timeless
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Late Deco 1.10ct Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Three sparkling transitional cut diamonds are displayed proudly in this Late Deco trilogy ring. To
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s 6.00 Carat Star Sapphire Ring
Located in New York, NY
. Circa 1940s Size 3 1/2, resizable
Star Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Platinum, 1940s 0.45 Total Carat Single Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring Platinum Stamped Circa 1940s Step back in time with this stunning
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.75 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This sweet engagement ring features three round brilliant cut diamonds. The centre diamond is 0.35
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18K White Gold Diamond Ring, 0.95ct Total, Italy Circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cut, and double rows of additional diamonds for a total of 0.95 karats, Italy 1940-1950s Ring size US
Diamond, 18k Gold, 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
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Circa 1940s Platinum Vintage Baguete Diamond Band Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 7 (Sizable) Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Platinum, Rectangular 2 Carat Baguette Edge Diamond Tank Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring Platinum Circa 1940s Step back in time and embrace the elegance of the
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k white gold with a Pearl measuring approximately 10.4mm, and Round brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.00 carat. Circa 1950s Size 7 1/4, r...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Heart Shaped Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
In the centre of this heart shaped ring is a cushion cut sapphire. It weighs 0.50 carat and is a
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1940s Coral and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage natural coral and 14 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 3.65 Carat Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
A sparkling array of round brilliants and baguette cut diamonds make up this stunning cocktail ring
Diamond, 18k Gold
Retro 1940s 31.92ct Cats Eye Moonstone Cocktail Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This unique vintage estate cocktail ring is crafted from 14k white gold and features a stunning
Moonstone, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Bow Cocktail Ring, 1940s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Delicate as a spring flower, this ring features prong set rubies and tiny accent diamonds set in
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Late Deco 0.50ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful late deco solitaire ring centres around a sparkling 0.50 carat diamond. The
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
1940s 1.06 Carat Diamond and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
exceptional 1940's cocktail ring is the stranded wire work platinum ring shoulders accented with scroll
Diamond, Platinum
French 1940s Natural Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark and platinum, dog's head hallmark. Geometric
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, ...
French 1940s Retro Duo Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ball Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique jewel - French work from the 1940s. Our opinion: An antique diamond ring with roundness and
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Synthetic Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Asymmetrical Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold. This asymmetrical tank ring features a scrolled design and is set at
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Signet Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark, and platinum, dog head hallmark. Tank ring, it
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
French 1940s 3 Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Bangle Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark and platinum dog's head hallmark. Massive
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1940s 4.50 Carats Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark. Tank ring, it is decorated on its top of a rectangular
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1940s Natural Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
- French work from the 1940s. Our opinion : Sublime, this diamond tank ring is in excellent condition and
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...
Vintage 14ct Yellow Gold, 1940s Large 20 Carat Amethyst Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 14ct Gold Tested Circa 1940s This vintage cocktail ring is a stunning
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Deco 0.80ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
A luscious red ruby is flanked by transitional cut diamonds in this three stone ring from the 1940s
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 18ct Gold & Platinum , French 1940s Diamond Pave Bombe Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum French Circa 1940s Elevate your jewellery
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1940s Belcher Set 0.30 Carat Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Towson, MD
A charming 1940s 14 karat yellow gold ring that beautifully captures the understated elegance of
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Platinum Bridge Ring with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Milano, MI
Refined 1940s bridge ring, finely handcrafted in platinum (950 hallmark) and engraved with the
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
34.15ct Aquamarine and Diamond Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous aquamarine and diamond ring of epic proportions was exquisitely handcrafted in
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
1940s Tourmaline and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and showcases each stone. Condition This impressive vintage 1940's cocktail ring is fine quality set
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.49ct Natural Unheated Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18k Gold Dress Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
weight of 9.6 grams. France, circa 1940's. French hallmark. UK finger size 'N1/2'.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rectangular Ring with Sapphires and Diamonds, 1940s Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular ring with sapphires and diamonds forming a geometric pattern / Made in Italy 1930s Ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s, 18ct Rose Gold Stamped, Diamond Bombe & Fan Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Cocktail Ring 18ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1940s This beautiful 18ct rose gold
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1940s French 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Diamond Cocktail Tank Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum French Hallmarked- slightly rubbed Circa 1940s This
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco 1940s Coral Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
diamonds ring was made in europe 1940/1950.c hall marked 18k 750 gold finest
Unisex Art Deco Intaglio 10kt Solid Gold Handmade Ring Set with Hematite, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ YEAR: 1940 SIZE: 7 This unique hand made men's ring is distinctive and unique. The hematite stone is
10k Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped 1940s Calibrated Ruby Half Eternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Ruby Half Eternity Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1940s This exquisite 18ct gold half
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Gold Buckle Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
approximately 0.60 carat. Circa 1940s Size 5 1/2, resizable
Diamond, 14k Gold
1940s European Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold fineness mark (0750) and a 'flower' hallmark. This vintage 1940s 18k white gold cocktail ring is
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Men's 3 Stone Ring 14 Karat Yellow White Gold Ruby Diamond circa 1940's
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 3 stone Ring for Men Circa 1940's 14 Yellow and White Gold It can been more Clean however
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White 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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