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3.20 Carat Tourmaline Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Tourmaline and diamond engagement ring. 3.20ct tourmaline center stone with a halo of round
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Princess Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
engagement ring features 11 princess cut diamonds (three center diamonds: .20 ct., .35 ct., .20 ct.) set in
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20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
1.50 Carat Oval Aquamarine Diamond Halo Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Mid 1950's Aquamarine and diamond engagement ring. This mid-century ring begins with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified 1.03 Carat Diamond Platinum Fishtail Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's diamond platinum engagement ring. Fishtail square center set with its original
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-Century Retro 14k White Gold & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century gold & diamond engagement ring.
In 14 karat white gold with a retro openwork
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Ever Us 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring #13911
By Ever Us
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Ever Us 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified-
This sparkling ring
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
EGL Certified .47 Carat Diamond White Gold Victorian Revival Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful, 1990's Victorian revival diamond engagement ring. EGL certified .47ct Old European round
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1.88 Carat I, VS1 Diamond Cluster Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
Magnificent vintage Art Deco Diamond cluster halo ring from the 1930s - 1940's. This magnificent
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Neil Lane 14K White Gold Emerald Cut Double Halo Diamond Twisted Engagement Ring
By Neil Lane
Located in Houston, TX
measurements: 10.05mm x 9.00mm
Weight: 5.10 grams
14K White Gold diamond engagement double-halo ring with a
Category
20th Century Unknown Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ring Yellow Gold Garnet
Located in PARIS, FR
Cocktail 80's ring set with garnets and diamonds. in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). 20
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20th Century French Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
carats
DESIGN ERA: Art Deco
RING SIZE: US 9 - IT 20 - FR 60 - UK S, Resizable on request
WEIGHT: 11.62
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Horseshoe Key Ring #13523
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This elegant key ring by Tiffany & Co. features a round hanging charm (20 mm) and is crafted in
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20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
10K Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz Ring Size 8 #15789
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 10K Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz Ring Size 8 JAGi Certified-
This elegant ring features one
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Quartz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Marquise Shape 1 carat tw Diamond Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14k white gold 1 carat tw diamond ring with vintage and antique diamonds set in a marquise shape
Category
1940s Unknown Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ring Size 6.25 #15729
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 JAGi Certified-
This elegant ring
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.00 Carat Emerald Diamond Princess Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960’s princess style emerald and diamond engagment ring. 4.00ct center emerald accented with
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 #15966
Located in Washington Depot, CT
: .20 ct.
Diamond color: G
Diamond clarity: VS1
Ring Size: 6.75
Stamped: 14K
Weight: 2.7 gr./ 1.7
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 7 #16471
Located in Washington Depot, CT
ring measures 25 mm x 20 mm. Shank measures 3 mm.
Approximate total diamond weight: 0.51 ct.
Diamond
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Ring Size 7 #15263
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified-
This stunning ring features
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Two Tone Gold and Diamond Ring Size 7 #14731
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This sparkling ring features 25 round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring Size 5 #15788
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring Size 5-
This elegant ring features square
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring size 6.75 #15315
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring Size 6.75-
This elegant ring features one antique
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hallmarked 1972 Australian Opal & Diamond Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
darling London Bridge setting. The Meryl Ring is a true delight, her gorgeous opals alive with green and
Category
1970s Unknown Modern Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 #15638
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Ring Size 6.25-
This elegant ring features one
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Topaz, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Exceptional Bulgari Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring Ballerina 1960`s
By Bulgari
Located in Milano, IT
Exceptional Bulgari Burmese ruby and diamond 'Ballerina' ring. An important piece, set to centre
Category
1960s Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Israeli Artist Studio Organic Freeform Sculptural Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A sculptural Israeli ring.
An incredible beautiful ring, made in Israel back in the 1970's
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1970s Israeli Modernist Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond Ring .75ct OEC/Single Cuts Vine Motif Original 1930's Platinum
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Vintage .75ct Round Old European Cut/Single Cuts
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1990s Oval Ceylon Type Sapphire & Diamond Moi Et Toi Ring 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Colour and SI Clarity.
Ring Size
S (Australia and UK sizing) or 9 1/4 (US and Canada)
The Alice Ring can
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20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 1.00 Carat Baguette Cut Red Ruby Band 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
red baguette cut rubies are estimated to total 1.00 carats.
Ring Size
S 1/2 (Australia and UK sizing
Category
1990s Unknown Modern Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Blue Topaz & Diamond Ring, 14k Checkerboard Oval 1.31ctw Engagement
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7
Sizing Fee: Down 2 sizes for $20 or Up 2 sizes for $25
Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, 14k Round Brilliant 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2
Sizing Fee: Down 2 sizes for $20 or up 2 sizes for $25
Metal Content: 14k Yellow
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique French 18k Yellow Gold 1.43ctw Marquise Diamond Halo low Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(1) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Marquise Cut - Bezel Set - I/J Color - SI1 Color
Category
20th Century French Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Ceylon sapphire and diamond 'Trombino' ring, circa 1980.
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
an engagement ring for his future wife, Leonilde Gulienetti.
The Trombino is translates to 'little
Category
1980s Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Platinum & 18k Gold GIA No Heat Burma Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This truly jaw dropping engagement or cocktail vintage ring is crafted in solid platinum with solid
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Late 20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage European Cut Diamond Wedding Set with Appraisal, 1.30 ctw
Located in Danvers, MA
was likely the second owner of the rings.
- the Engagement Ring:
A wonderful European cut diamond
Category
20th Century American Retro Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Eichhorn 1.75 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
An estate engagement-fashion ring created by the well-known maker Eichhorn which features a 1.75ct
Category
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Platinum Engagement Ring with 0.85 Carat Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: engagement ring (or anniversary ring)
Condition: excellent condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Retro Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring with Certified Untreated Natural Emerald
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: engagement ring (or anniversary ring)
Condition: very good condition
Category
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Engagement Ring Platinum and Diamonds '1.78 Carat'
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: engagement ring (or anniversary ring)
Condition: excellent condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Stunning Vintage Platinum 1.74 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Slightly Domed
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: engagement ring (or anniversary ring)
Condition: very good condition
Category
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Romantic Engagement Ring with White and Champagne Brilliants
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: ring 'toi et moi'
Condition: excellent condition
Ring size
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Vintage 1950s Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Engagement Ring, Lady Di Style
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: engagement ring (or anniversary ring)
Condition: very good condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Retro Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Stunning Vintage Art Deco Style Large Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: ring
Condition: very good condition
Ring size Continental: 55 & 17
Category
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Loaded Platinum Engagement Ring with a Big Starlite in its Center, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: ring
Condition: good condition
Ring size Continental: 52 & 16
Category
Mid-20th Century French Retro Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Zircon, Platinum
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Made in Italy, 1990s
Located in Rome, IT
Yellow and white gold, centered by a blue sapphire 2.00 ct approx., encircled and flanked by 20
Category
1990s Italian Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Design White Gold Engagement Ring with a Aquamarine and Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: ring
Condition: very good condition
Ring size Continental: 50 & 16
Category
1950s Dutch Retro Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910-20s, platinum, American. This exquisite Art Deco ring is set with a brilliant white 1.51
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This original Vintage Diamond Engagement ring from the 1940-1950's features a round traditional cut
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring and Band Set
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring and Band Set Ring Size 5.25-
This
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring .26ct D-F/SI1 Ideal Lovebird 18k Antique Deco
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique .26ct Diamond 18K White Gold Lovebird Solitaire Art Deco Engagement Ring
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco, platinum, diamond and ruby ring, Circa 1930’s. The ring contains a center Old
Category
1930s American Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ram Ring Size 7 #14931
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ram Ring Size 7-
This stunning 18K yellow gold ring features a
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
EGL Certified .80 Carat Marquise Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade 1950's marquise diamond halo ring. EGL certified center marquise shape diamond, surrounded
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Mauboussin Paris Mid-20th Century Sapphire, Diamond and Gold Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in New York, NY
a classic Mid-20 Century design motif. Circa 1950's.
Signed, “Mauaboussin Paris”.
Ring size 5
Category
1950s French Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring Size 7.5 #14882
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This lovely ring features 12 princess cut sapphires and 20 baguette diamonds set in classic 18K
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Emerald and Diamond Ring Size 7 #14485
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This lovely ring features features one round emerald and 20 round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18K
Category
20th Century Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Diamond Ring, 14 Karat White Gold European Cut Vintage .42 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Absolutely exquisite, this Retro ring from circa 1940’s is fashioned in 14k white gold and features
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate SSEF Certified 7.88 Carat Unheated Sapphire 5 Ct Certified Diamonds Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
: US 9 - IT 20 - FR 60 - UK S, Resizable on request, free of charge
WEIGHT: 9 grams
* The jewel comes
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
140 Carat, Art Deco Solitaire Ring Diamond and 16 Diamonds 025 Carat
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Setting :bezel , prong
size 20 / 19,1 mm diam
It,s a great opportunity and investment and a jewel of
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1940s Spanish Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Old European Cut Diamond 1.77 Carat Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
DC (1-1.77 ct.), S-S (20-1.3 ct.), DC-ST MIX (26-0.4 ct.) #244564 #54
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Vintage 20s Engagement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of vintage 20s engagement rings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 4651 vintage versions or 4 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of vintage 20s engagement rings made by Art Deco jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 3875, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage 20s engagement rings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and oval cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of vintage 20s engagement rings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.
How Much are Vintage 20s Engagement Rings?
Prices for vintage 20s engagement rings start at $6 and top out at $5,150,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,030.
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 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.
Questions About Vintage 20s Engagement Rings
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A vintage engagement ring is generally defined as an engagement ring that is 20 to 80 years old. By definition, “antique” applies to anything that is 100 years or older. The most popular vintage styles for engagement rings are Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. Vintage engagement rings could feature traditional diamonds or colored gemstones. Find a wide variety of vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023A vintage engagement ring is generally any engagement ring that dates back 20 to 80 years. Rings that are 100 or more years old are antiques. The design of a vintage engagement ring is influenced by each era's artistic visions, cultural movements and preferences in materials, gemstones and motifs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023You can buy vintage engagement rings from many sources. Local estate sales, auctions and secondhand shops can be good local sources. Another option is to shop for vintage pieces on trusted online platforms. You can find a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023You can find vintage engagement rings in many places. If you want to shop in person, check out second-hand stores, auction houses and estate sales. Browsing the collections of trusted online platforms can also allow you to quickly discover many vintage pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether halo engagement rings are vintage depends on their age. Any ring made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage, while older pieces are antiques. Halo engagement rings emerged during the Art Deco period and have remained popular since. As a result, you can find many antique and vintage examples, as well as contemporary rings that show off a central gemstone surrounded by a halo of accent stones. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of halo engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023A vintage-style engagement ring is a piece of bridal jewelry designed in the style of rings produced in the past. Many vintage-style engagement rings borrow elements from Victorian, Art Deco or Edwardian jewelry. Although the rings may closely resemble authentic antique or vintage rings, they are actually contemporary pieces produced in recent years. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, vintage engagement rings are popular among some people. Many find the details of rings produced during the last 20 to 99 years to be visually appealing. In fact, some contemporary jewelry makers even draw inspiration from vintage designs. Some people also prefer vintage rings because they inherit them from relatives or because they like the idea of wearing an engagement ring that has a history. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and classic engagement rings has to do with taste and time. Vintage engagement rings date back 20 to 80 years and occupy the sweet spot between historic and modern. Whether or not an engagement ring is "classic" may pertain solely to the style of the ring. The solitaire setting is considered a classic setting for engagement rings. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond's sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). In the late 1800s, Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, and the house's Solitaire 1895 engagement ring is considered a classic engagement ring. Find antique and vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024There are several reasons why people buy vintage engagement rings. Some prefer the way jewelry looked in decades past and select vintage pieces that fit their tastes. Others choose vintage engagement rings to get a unique, one-of-a-kind piece or like the idea of their jewelry having a long history. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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Art Deco Bullseye Ring
Princess Cut Real Diamond Engagement Rings