0.75 Carat Burmese Ruby 1.38 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Halo Ring Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive 1940s ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card*.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
1940s 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring, 0.15ct Ruby
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This vintage 1940s cocktail ring is fine quality set with rubies and very well color matched, very high color graded old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Diamond and Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional 1940s diamond ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 18k gold fineness mark, and is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1940s Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Ring 1.61CT-TW
Located in New York, NY
Estate circa 1940s platinum diamond ring featuring a 0.83CT Old European-cut center diamond, H color and SI1 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
18ct White Gold, 1940s Diamond, Amethyst & Peridot Suffragette Inspired Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Suffragette Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 1940 A captivating piece of history and craftsmanship, this vintage ring from the 1940s embodies the spirit of the Suffragette movem...
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s 2.25 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage 1940s cocktail ring is hallmarked to the outer surface of the ring with the French maker's mark and the French mark for platinum (dog's head).
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
Spectacular Vintage 1940s Retro Burma Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Spectacular Vintage 1940s Retro Burma Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring Step back into the glamour of the 1940s with this extraordinary Retro-era cocktail ring, showcasing a natural, unt...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late Art Deco 10.75 Carat Cat’s Eye Tourmaline and Diamond Ring, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This mystical ring features a rare 10.75 carat cat's eye tourmaline.
Tourmaline, Diamond, Platinum
FRENCH Platinum & Diamond Three Stone Tank Ring Circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
French Retro 1940s Platinum & Three Stone Diamond Tank Ring Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer tank cocktail ring.
Diamond, Platinum
1940s 2.16 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1940s 2.16 carat diamond and platinum full eternity ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Diamond and Yellow Gold White Gold Set Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The impressive set of hallmarks to the interior of the shank include the marks for 18k gold (1kt), the maker's mark (H&T ltd), the gold guarantee mark (crown), the 18k gold finen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s 2.01 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Due to the wide spread of this diamond the appearance is that of a 2.50ct stone; such a large diamond of this high quality is becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition Th...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro 12.00 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with an Emerald cut Aquamarine weighing approximately 12.00 carats. Circa 1940s Size 6 1/4, resizable
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Circa 1940s 14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.9 grams Diamond Details: .30ct total weight, natural diamonds, F color,...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro 35.00 Carat Oval Cut Amethyst Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with a center Oval cut Amethyst weighing approximately 35.00 carats. Circa 1940s Size 7, resizable
Amethyst, 14k Gold
14K White Gold 1940s Old European Diamond Swirl Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 4.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.1 grams Diamond Details: .50ct total weight, old European cut diamond...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Circa 1940s 14K White Gold .15ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 9 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14k white gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.6 grams Diamond Details: .15ct total weight, old European brilliant, G ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro 25.00 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a center Emerald cut Aquamarine weighing approximately 25.00 carats and two Rose cut Diamonds on each side. Circa 1940s Size 8 3/4, resizable
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro 20.00 Carat Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k white and yellow gold with a Round cut Amethyst weighing approximately 20.00 carats and halo of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 1.50 carat. Circa 1940s Si...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive 1940s ruby cocktail ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Vintage Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This 1940s diamond engagement ring is fine quality, set with a very high co...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Vintage Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The 18k gold fineness mark 750 is clearly struck to the interior of the shank. This 1940s diamond and sapphire ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 1940s Diamond and Platinum Open Flower Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Retro 1940s diamond and platinum cocktail ring designed as a brilliant and baguette diamond open flower cluster inset on a tapered ribbed mounting, in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Tiffany & Co. Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Signed by Tiffany & Co. Circa 1940s Size 5 3/4
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
1940s Sapphire and 1.88 Carat Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.80 carat sapphire and 1.88 carat diamond, platinum cluster style cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$3,500Sale Price|20% Off
Fire Opal Ring Retro Certified 5.5 Carats Circa 1940s
Located in Northampton, MA
A spectacular and utterly unique 14K yellow gold ring from the Retro era (circa 1940s) featuring six cabochons of natural fire opals from Mexico.
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sapphire Diamond Ring Art Deco Platinum Circa 1940s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Fairfield, CT
Tiffany & Co. Sapphire Diamond Ring Art Deco Platinum Circa 1940s This Tiffany & Co. ring is made in platinum and centers an oval-cut blue sapphire weighing approximately 1....
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro 10.00 Carat Amethyst Ring with Pearl Halo
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with an Oval cut Amethyst weighing approximately 10.00 carats and a halo of Pearls. Circa 1940s Size 6 3/4, resizable
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s French Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This 1940s engagement ring is fine quality set with a very high color graded old cut diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s rose cut diamond and ruby ring and earring set
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful set made in Europe in 1940's of a ring and earrings. The design centres around a rose cut diamond which is surrounded by tapered baguette rubies and smaller rose ...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Gold
Vintage 1940s Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage Art Deco 0.38 carat blue sapphire and 0.50 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and 14 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our diverse gemstone j...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 0.93 carat diamond solitaire ring in 18 karat yellow gold with a platinum setting; part of our diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Vintage 0.30ct Ruby & 0.28ct Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage unisex 0.30 carat ruby and 0.28 carat diamond, 18 carat rose gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse unisex ring collection This fine and impressive vintage ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
1940s 1.04 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.04 carat diamond and contemporary platinum solitaire engagement ring; part our diamond jewelry/estate jewelry collections. This impressive vintage di...
Diamond, Platinum
Retro 1940s 18k White Gold Ruby Diamond Eternity Ring, Women's
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1940s with fine detailing and classic proportions, it captures the glamour and romance of mid-century design.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Platinum Tank Ring, 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A bold statement of 1940s design, this Retro tank ring showcases a vivid emerald cut emerald at its center, framed by an architectural platinum setting that commands attention.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Ruby and 1.63 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.72 carat ruby, 1.63 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse ruby jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vinta...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Large 1940s Retro Vintage Madeira Citrine Cocktail Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A bold and impressive 1940s Retro cocktail ring centred with an exceptionally large rectangular step-cut citrine of rich Madeira colour, set in a substantial 10K yellow gold mount.
Citrine, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s 0.75 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1940s Size 6, resizable
Diamond, Platinum
1940s 1.18 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Platinum Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This stunning vintage 1940s cocktail ring is fine quality set with very high color graded, old cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro 0.50 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond and Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with a Marquise cut Diamond weighing approximately 0.50 carat. Circa 1940s Size 8 1/2, resizable
Diamond, 14k Gold
Retro Woven Buckle Ring of 14k Rose Gold, Circa 1940s
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A distinctive Retro era ring dating to 1940–1950, designed as a sculptural woven belt motif crafted in 14 karat rose gold, accented with a contrasting 14 karat white gold buckle. The...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
1940s 0.78ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring, France
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive 1940s diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro 1940s 18k Rose Gold Blue Enamel Diamond Cocktail Ring, 0.50ct
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In total, the six diamonds weigh approximately 0.50 carat in H-I color and SI clarity, bright but secondary to the bold enamel work that defines the ring's flower-shaped silhouette. ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
1940s 14K Two Tone Gold 1.15ct Old European Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.6 grams Diamond Details: Center Diamond: 1.15ct, Old European Br...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s 14K Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Flip Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: grams Diamond Details: Side Stone Details: Ruby, Sapphire and Diamonds.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1940s Gold and Star-Set Diamond Domed Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Retro rose gold bombé ring centering on a dome studded with star-set diamonds, with stepped tapering shoulders, in 18k. France Current size: 5 1/4 (Minor resizing is possible; pl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Circa 1940s Platinum Antique Moval 1.21ct GIA Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA Report#: 2235388341 Weight: 1.21ct total weight Cut...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Retro Diamond Ring, Approx. 0.40ct, Size 5.5, Circa 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum Weight 6.92g Retro Center Diamond Approx. 0.40ct Ring Size 5.5 Measurements 0.44in x 0.75
Diamond, Platinum
1940s 5.75 Carat Cabochon Cut Red Coral and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 5.75 carat red coral and 14 karat yellow gold cocktail ring ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This impressive red cabo...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1940s Art Deco Filigree .53ct Round Brilliant Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.4 grams Diamond Details: Round Brilliant. .53ct Round Brilliant, G C...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s 1.29 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1940s 1.29 carat diamond and platinum solitaire style engagement ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Platinum
1940s 0.80ct Diamond Five Stone Ring in 18k Yellow & White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage 1940s cocktail ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Art Deco 18K White Gold .60ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.0 grams Diamond Details: Natural Diamond, .60ct, Transitional Round, F Color, VS ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s 2.50 Carat Emerald & 4.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K white gold and platinum with an Oval cut Emerald weighing approximately 2.50 carats surrounded by Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing a total of ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Platinum Retro Cluster Ring, 2.50ct Diamond, Size 3.75, Circa 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum Weight 9.5g Center Diamond Approx. 0.90ct Total: 2.50ct Retro Ring Size 3.75 Measurements 12.9mm x 20mm
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Platinum Art Deco Jade and Diamond Ring - VHK#208
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Platinum Art Deco Jade and Diamond Ring - VHK#208 Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.3 grams Center Stone: Jade, Natural, Gr...
Diamond, Platinum
14K Rose Gold Dome Ring with 1ct Diamonds, Italy Circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat rose gold ring with 3 brilliant diamonds for a total of 1 carat, Italy 1940-1950s Ring size US 9.5
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Twist Ring, 0.24ct
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This impressive vintage 1940s twist ring is fine quality set with a ruby and a very high color graded old cut diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Colombian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a striking three-stone ring dating back to the late Art Deco period. This platinum piece focally showcases a vibrant green emerald of Colombian origin at the centre of t...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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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