$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
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
1940s Cabochon Cut Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This impressive vintage 1940s cocktail ring is fine quality set with a cabochon cut opal and very well color matched, very high color graded old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 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 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 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
Continental Ruby Sapphire Diamond Gold Rose Flower Ring 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite continental ruby sapphire and diamond gold rose flower ring, circa 1940s Round-cut diamond of approximately 0.06 carat, 18 karat yellow gold, with movable opening and clo...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage 1940s Ruby Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage European 0.42 carat ruby and 0.21 carat sapphire, 0.30 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow and white gold cocktail ring. This fine and impressive ruby, sapphire ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
7.02 Carat Natural Sapphire French Diamond Platinum Ring 1940s
Located in Geneva, CH
A 7.02 carat Natural Sapphire Ceylan non heated mounted on a Diamond and Platinum Ring. French marks. Circa 1940. Swiss Laboratory Certificate for the Sapphire.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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 French Zircon Diamond Emerald and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage French 5.35 carat high zircon and 0.25 carat diamond, 0.24 carat emerald and 18 karat white gold, platinum set cluster ring; part of our diverse gemstone jewelr...
Diamond, Emerald, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s 0.75 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1940s Size 6, resizable
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 fineness ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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
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 Art Deco .20 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 8.25 Metal Type: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 2.0 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Transitional Cut Carat Weight: .20 carat Color: G Clarity...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro 1940s Coral Cabochon 14k Yellow Gold Filigree Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Retro Year: 1940s Metal: 14 Karat yellow gold Ring Size: 10, sizing available Rise Above Finger: 12mm Ring Face: 25mm L x 25mm W Band Width: 2mm Weight: 13...
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 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
Vintage 9ct Gold, Enamel RAF and Diamond Ring, Circa 1940s
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage RAF sweetheart ring 9ct Gold Stamped Makers Mark J H Circa 1940 A touching mid-century RAF sweetheart ring in 9ct yellow gold, designed to be worn daily as a symbol of ...
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
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
Vintage 1940s Retro 33.00 Carat Aquamarine Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a center elongated Cushion cut Aquamarine weighing approximately 33.00 carats and accenting Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximatel...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
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
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
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
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
1940s 10.50 Carat Sapphire with Yellow Gold and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This stunning vintage 1940's vintage cocktail ring is fine quality set with Sri Lankan sapphires that show no indications of heat treatment.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...
Vintage 1940s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Engagement Ring
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
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Circa 1940s 3.50 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking circa 1940s diamond halo ring crafted in solid platinum, showcasing a captivating Old European Cut center diamond with exceptional presence and fire.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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 18 Carat White Gold Certified 1940s Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning diamond marquise ring was crafted circa 1940. The brilliant central marquise cut diamond weighs 1.05 carats and is elegantly flanked by tapering baguette diamonds. Mode...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro 4.35ct Amethyst Diamond Halo Ring, 18k Two-Tone Gold, 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A bold and glamorous jewel of the 1940s, this Retro halo ring centers on a richly saturated 4.35 carat cushion cut amethyst.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Cabochon Cut Coral and 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 14 karat yellow gold vintage coral cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vintage cabochon...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
1940s Mid-Century Platinum Diamond Spray Ring, Attributed to Frederick Fink
Located in Miami, FL
Made in 900 platinum/iridium, the ring dates to the 1940s–1950s and showcases the refined craftsmanship characteristic of Fink’s New York workshop.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s 14K Yellow Gold Milgrain Baby Ring with Original Purple Box
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A charming vintage baby ring crafted in 14K yellow gold, dating to the 1940s Retro era.
Yellow Gold
Trilogy Diamond Ring in Platinum 1940s Cushion Cut
Located in Milano, MI
Set in platinum from the 1940's.
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
Vintage 1940s 15.13 Carat Oval Cut Ceylon Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1940s Size 5, resizable
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Circa 14K Yellow Gold and Plat 1940s Old European Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 3.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Top [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.5 grams Diamond Details: .50ct total weight, Old ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1940s 18k White Gold Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.5 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .10ct Cut: Old European Cut Clarity: VS Color: G Band Wi...
Diamond, White Gold
1940s 2.17 Carat Cabochon Cut Sapphire and Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This vintage 1940s cocktail ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18k gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Vintage 1940s Mario Buccellati 5.00 Carat Ruby Ring
By Mario Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white and yellow gold with a center Oval cut center Ruby weighing approximately 3.00 carats and two Oval cut side Rubies weighing approximately a total of 2.00 ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Ring Hallmarked Opals, 1940s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Ring American Hallmarked 1940s 14 Karat yellow gold one 15 mm Coin ring halo,12 pieces of 2.5mm Opals, hallmarked and marked "14k", weighting 5.1 g...
Opal, Yellow Gold
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
1940s 14K White Gold .40ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.4 grams Diamond Details: .40ct, Side Stone Details: .10ct, total weight.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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
Circa 1940s 14K White Gold 1.35ct Old European Brilliant Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Ring Size: 11 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.5grams Diamond Details: 1.35ct, Old European Brilliant, Light Yellow ...
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro 14K Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1940s
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Retro Ruby and Diamond Gold Vintage Ring. Centering a Securely Hand set 1 Carat Cabochon Ruby, accented by Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.30tcw an...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Retro 1940s 1.75 Carat Natural Columbian Emerald 14k Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Antique 1940s 1.75 Carat Natural Columbian Emerald 14k Gold Diamond Ring Size 11 Weighing 8.0 gram In fair condition considering 80 years of age, see pictures Natural Emerald cut...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage French 1940s Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage French 0.90 carat ruby and 0.48 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring in the Art Deco style; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and collections. This ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Retro 1940s 18k Rose Gold Ruby Diamond Tank Ring, 7.35ct Total Weight
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Retro tank ring is a striking embodiment of 1940s design, where strength, symmetry, and rich materials take center stage.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
TIFFANY & CO. Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Tank Cocktail Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold, Diamond & Ruby Tank Cocktail Ring 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring.
Diamond, Ruby
Late Deco 0.70ct Diamond Solitaire c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1940s is this Late Deco solitaire ring features a 0.70 carat, transitional cut diamond as the showpiece.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1940s Antique Floral Wedding Band with Scroll Edges
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This antique floral wedding band, from Bracken Jewelers' antique fine jewelry collection, is crafted from 14K rose gold. It features unique scalloped scroll edges and is 8.7mm wide. ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Certified 7.10 Carat Sapphire & 2.40 Carat Diamond Halo Ring c.1940s
Located in London, GB
This was typical of the 1940s era, as the platinum allowed the diamonds to truly shine through.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, 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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