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Denoyer-Geppert Cartocraft Globe
Denoyer-Geppert Cartocraft Globe

Denoyer-Geppert Cartocraft Globe

By Denoyer-Geppert

Located in Austin, TX

geopolitical indication of Tanganyika, Africa. Cast bronze ring and platform, gorgeous patina.

Category

1960s American Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Louis XVI Chest Console, Bronze & Carrara Marble Top
Antique French Louis XVI Chest Console, Bronze & Carrara Marble Top

Antique French Louis XVI Chest Console, Bronze & Carrara Marble Top

Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire

shelf. Two drawers in front, fluted legs elegantly decorated with gilt bronze rings and clogs

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Carrara Marble

Maison Jansen Style Steel Bronze Neoclassical Center or Dining Table
Maison Jansen Style Steel Bronze Neoclassical Center or Dining Table

Maison Jansen Style Steel Bronze Neoclassical Center or Dining Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

a bronze ring on top inset with a pane of glass. Excellent joinery and craftsmanship with a lovely

Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Steel

Bone-Inlaid Two-Drawer Teak Desk from India, 20th Century
Bone-Inlaid Two-Drawer Teak Desk from India, 20th Century

Bone-Inlaid Two-Drawer Teak Desk from India, 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Two-drawer desk from India. Bone inlays throughout in Classic pattern. Anglo-Indian style. Bronze

Category

1990s Indian Anglo-Indian Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bone, Teak

Set 2 Venini Blown Clear & Gold Infused Leaf Murano Glass Sconces Bronze Italy
Set 2 Venini Blown Clear & Gold Infused Leaf Murano Glass Sconces Bronze Italy

Set 2 Venini Blown Clear & Gold Infused Leaf Murano Glass Sconces Bronze Italy

By Venini

Located in Miami, FL

with Bronze ring and Gold Metal Wall Appliques. The inside of each Murano glass leaf is filled with

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Pair of Blown Glass Table Lamps by Paolo Venini / Venini Studio, Italy
Pair of Blown Glass Table Lamps by Paolo Venini / Venini Studio, Italy

Pair of Blown Glass Table Lamps by Paolo Venini / Venini Studio, Italy

By Venini

Located in Uccle, BE

shaft joined with a bronze ring. The top of the shaft is also surmounted by a bronze ring which

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Blown Glass

Bulgari Ancient Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Bulgari Ancient Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring

Bulgari Ancient Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

18k yellow gold Bulgari ring featuring bronze Greek coin. The coin is dated 4th cent. B.C. (stamped

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Brutalist Mid Century Lapis Ring PAL KEPENYES
Vintage Brutalist Mid Century Lapis Ring PAL KEPENYES

Vintage Brutalist Mid Century Lapis Ring PAL KEPENYES

By Pal Kepenyes

Located in Wallkill, NY

cast bronze unsigned. Ring is 1.40 inches or 36.05 mm top to bottom x .95 inches or 24.37 mm wide. Ring

Category

1960s Unknown Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Aurelio Teno 18 Karat Gold Abstract Square Cocktail Ring
Aurelio Teno 18 Karat Gold Abstract Square Cocktail Ring

Aurelio Teno 18 Karat Gold Abstract Square Cocktail Ring

By Aurelio Teno

Located in Torrance, CA

. The abstract ring features 18k yellow gold set upon what appears to be a bronze base. The ring is

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Modernist Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

18k Gold

French Modern Neoclassical Fruit Wood Console/ Desk, Circle of Jean-Michel Frank
French Modern Neoclassical Fruit Wood Console/ Desk, Circle of Jean-Michel Frank

French Modern Neoclassical Fruit Wood Console/ Desk, Circle of Jean-Michel Frank

By Jean-Michel Frank, Adolphe Chanaux & Co.

Located in New York, NY

drawers with bronze ring pulls. It is finished on 3 sides and designed to go against a wall.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Marble Urn Lamps , probably Deco period
Marble Urn Lamps , probably Deco period

Marble Urn Lamps , probably Deco period

Located in Nashville, TN

purple up close .Bronze rings to each side . Matching marble finials . Probably around 1940 . 33 tall

Category

1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Marble

French Moderne Bronze Streamlined Industrial Design Vase
French Moderne Bronze Streamlined Industrial Design Vase

French Moderne Bronze Streamlined Industrial Design Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

a subtle yet sophisticated texture. Its lower section is adorned with four applied bronze rings

Category

20th Century French Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Small Scale Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Black Painted Chest
Small Scale Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Black Painted Chest

Small Scale Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Black Painted Chest

Located in Fayetteville, AR

fitted with inset borders of bronze banding as well as bronze drop ring drawer pulls and escutcheons. The

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Vintage Flush Mount Light Fixture
French Vintage Flush Mount Light Fixture

French Vintage Flush Mount Light Fixture

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A lovely antique flushmount ceiling light, French circa 1930. The cast bronze ring is decorated

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Metal

Antique French Bronze Mounted Green Opaline Glass Round Dresser Box
Antique French Bronze Mounted Green Opaline Glass Round Dresser Box

Antique French Bronze Mounted Green Opaline Glass Round Dresser Box

By Baccarat

Located in Philadelphia, PA

and 2 bronze ring handles. The surface of the glass has been sand polished. The effect is that it has

Category

20th Century French Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Glass, Opaline Glass

French Midcentury Steel, Bronze, Black bamboo Leather Daybed by Jacques Adnet
French Midcentury Steel, Bronze, Black bamboo Leather Daybed by Jacques Adnet

French Midcentury Steel, Bronze, Black bamboo Leather Daybed by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet, Compagnie Des Arts Français

Located in Uccle, BE

stiched. Bronze rings giving an impression of bamboo (faux bamboo) decorated the whole. Please note

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Iron

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Black Painted Sideboard, Marble Top
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Black Painted Sideboard, Marble Top

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Style Black Painted Sideboard, Marble Top

Located in Fayetteville, AR

finished with bronze drop ring handle drawer pulls. Below are three doors that open to reveal an interior

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Marble

Pair of 20th Century Etruscan-Style Torchères
Pair of 20th Century Etruscan-Style Torchères

Pair of 20th Century Etruscan-Style Torchères

Located in Chicago, IL

fiberglass shade, cradled within a bronze ring adorned with three squared rings at its points—an elegant nod

Category

20th Century American Classical Greek Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Grand Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Buffet
Grand Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Buffet

Grand Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Marble Top Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

below, all of which is supported by tapered and fluted legs trimmed with bronze rings and foot tips

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Pair Bronze Door Holder Towel Rings
Pair Bronze Door Holder Towel Rings

Pair Bronze Door Holder Towel Rings

Located in Somis, CA

The large art nouveau style rings with elegant tulips, surmounted by symmetrical knobs, mounted on

Category

20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Italian Neo-Classical Marquetry Chest of Drawers, Commode or Nightstand, a Pair
Italian Neo-Classical Marquetry Chest of Drawers, Commode or Nightstand, a Pair

Italian Neo-Classical Marquetry Chest of Drawers, Commode or Nightstand, a Pair

By Giuseppe Maggiolini

Located in Plainview, NY

drawers are equipped with round, bronze ring pulls. The chests stand on tapered legs which lend a sense of

Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Wood

Brutalist Bronze 1970s Sculptural Napkin Rings Set of 6
Brutalist Bronze 1970s Sculptural Napkin Rings Set of 6

Brutalist Bronze 1970s Sculptural Napkin Rings Set of 6

Located in San Diego, CA

A set of six sculptural napkin rings in solid brass or bronze, 1970s.

Category

1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

1950s Silver-Plated Metal Thermal Ice Bucket with Lid by Hermès Paris, France
1950s Silver-Plated Metal Thermal Ice Bucket with Lid by Hermès Paris, France

1950s Silver-Plated Metal Thermal Ice Bucket with Lid by Hermès Paris, France

By Hermès

Located in North Miami, FL

matching lid, both adorned with bronze ring handles. Clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic reflect

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Metal, Silver, Silver Plate

Pair of Round Bronze Door Handles with Oval Ring
Pair of Round Bronze Door Handles with Oval Ring

Pair of Round Bronze Door Handles with Oval Ring

Located in London, GB

Pair of round bronze push and pull door handles with large oval inner ring. The bronze handles will

Category

1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Vintage Lantern and Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell
Japanese Vintage Lantern and Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell

Japanese Vintage Lantern and Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell

Located in South Burlington, VT

antique bronze ringing bell in the underside- the complete ensemble could suspend from your indoor or

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Bronze Necklace Ring & Bracelet Set by Owe Johansson, Finland
Brutalist Bronze Necklace Ring & Bracelet Set by Owe Johansson, Finland

Brutalist Bronze Necklace Ring & Bracelet Set by Owe Johansson, Finland

By Owe Johansson

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Brutalist bronze necklace ring & bracelet set made by Owe Johansson, Finland in the early 1970s

Category

1970s Finnish Brutalist Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Large Old Lantern & Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell
Japanese Large Old Lantern & Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell

Japanese Large Old Lantern & Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell

Located in South Burlington, VT

suspended antique bronze ringing bell in the underside- the complete ensemble could suspend from your indoor

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Iron

Japanese Large Vintage Lantern and Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell
Japanese Large Vintage Lantern and Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell

Japanese Large Vintage Lantern and Wind Chime with Beautiful Ringing Bell

Located in South Burlington, VT

suspended antique bronze ringing bell in the underside- the complete ensemble could suspend from your indoor

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Iron

Modernist Italian Inlay Stone Eye Bronze Bowl Catch All Ring Dish
Modernist Italian Inlay Stone Eye Bronze Bowl Catch All Ring Dish

Modernist Italian Inlay Stone Eye Bronze Bowl Catch All Ring Dish

By (After) Gio Ponti

Located in San Diego, CA

Modernist Italian brass with stone inlay bronze bowl, catch all or ring dish. Finely crafted with

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Cristina Bronze Puzzle Sculpture by Miguel Ortiz Berrocal with Ring, Numbered
Cristina Bronze Puzzle Sculpture by Miguel Ortiz Berrocal with Ring, Numbered

Cristina Bronze Puzzle Sculpture by Miguel Ortiz Berrocal with Ring, Numbered

By Miguel Ortiz Berrocal

Located in Antwerp, BE

Cristina. Modern bronze puzzle sculpture with original numbered instruction book. The sculpture

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

French Regency Solid Bronze Eagle and Ring Marble Top Gueridon Table
French Regency Solid Bronze Eagle and Ring Marble Top Gueridon Table

French Regency Solid Bronze Eagle and Ring Marble Top Gueridon Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a fine bronze eagle head and ring Directoire or Regency style French gueridon. The gueridon

Category

1950s French Regency Revival Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Blue Painted Bedside Commodes Chests
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Blue Painted Bedside Commodes Chests

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Blue Painted Bedside Commodes Chests

Located in Shippensburg, PA

-cast bronze ring pull in the center. The chests are raised on tapered fluted feet. Great size, amazing

Category

20th Century European Gustavian Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Bronze and Malachite Round Two Part Ring/Cufflink/Money Box/Desk Accessory
Bronze and Malachite Round Two Part Ring/Cufflink/Money Box/Desk Accessory

Bronze and Malachite Round Two Part Ring/Cufflink/Money Box/Desk Accessory

Located in North Miami, FL

This small treasure of a box composed of malachite and bronze trim and black velvet lining is

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Malachite, Bronze

Mid-20th Century Polished Gilt Bronze Double Key Ring by Hermès Paris, France
Mid-20th Century Polished Gilt Bronze Double Key Ring by Hermès Paris, France

Mid-20th Century Polished Gilt Bronze Double Key Ring by Hermès Paris, France

By Hermès

Located in North Miami, FL

Mid-20th century polished gilt bronze double key ring by luxury design house Hermès Paris, France

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Copper

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime with Iron Monkey Hanger
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime with Iron Monkey Hanger

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime with Iron Monkey Hanger

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

James Mont-Style Chinoiserie Sand Cast Bronze Pair of Ring Handled Lamps
James Mont-Style Chinoiserie Sand Cast Bronze Pair of Ring Handled Lamps

James Mont-Style Chinoiserie Sand Cast Bronze Pair of Ring Handled Lamps

By James Mont

Located in Round Top, TX

, highest quality verdigris bronze with mahogany bases with each weighing nearly 50 lbs. Inspired by

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Large Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Large Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Large Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual large-scale handcrafted bronze ringing lantern and wind chime in the form of a

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

French Couture Cast Bronze, Gold & Swarovski Crystal Towel Ring, Serdaneli Paris
French Couture Cast Bronze, Gold & Swarovski Crystal Towel Ring, Serdaneli Paris

French Couture Cast Bronze, Gold & Swarovski Crystal Towel Ring, Serdaneli Paris

Located in Brooklyn, NY

French Couture cast bronze, gold & Swarovski crystal towel ring, Serdaneli Paris. For over 45 years

Category

Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Malachite, Gold, Brass

Massive Iron and Bronze Andirons
Massive Iron and Bronze Andirons

Massive Iron and Bronze Andirons

Located in New York, NY

Stunning pair of large 1920s forge iron with bronze detail and decorative ring andirons.

Category

20th Century American American Craftsman Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime
Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Japanese Old Lantern Wind Chime

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual handcrafted bronze ringing lantern or wind chime in the form of a Japanese

Category

20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Bronze

Round 5+1 Tiers Chandelier, Murano, Clear Glass 1990s, Bronze Finish Metal Ring
Round 5+1 Tiers Chandelier, Murano, Clear Glass 1990s, Bronze Finish Metal Ring

Round 5+1 Tiers Chandelier, Murano, Clear Glass 1990s, Bronze Finish Metal Ring

By Barovier&Toso, Camer Glass, Venini

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

or a reading lounge chair. Bronze hardware a bronze band nicely covers the first row of glass

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bronze Ring

Materials

Iron

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Vintage Bronze Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic vintage bronze ring available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and glass, every vintage bronze ring was constructed with great care. Find 178 options for an antique or vintage vintage bronze ring now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the vintage bronze ring you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right vintage bronze ring, those designed in mid-century modern, Art Deco and modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one vintage bronze ring that is appealing in its simplicity, but Walter Lamb, Brown Jordan and Richard Rohac produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Bronze Ring?

Prices for a vintage bronze ring start at $105 and top out at $250,000 with the average selling for $1,800.
Questions About Vintage Bronze Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    What year is vintage for rings varies over time. Generally, rings that are 20 to 80 years old are considered vintage. Rings made 100 years ago or more would be considered antiques. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage and antique rings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Vintage-style rings are rings that draw inspiration from jewelry created 20 or more years ago. For example, a vintage-style ring may feature two-tone metalwork and an oval setting, which were attributes of jewelry designed during the Retro period, or the ornate geometric details and step-cut diamonds that are associated with the Art Deco era. Find a large collection of rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    There are a few reasons why you might want to buy vintage rings. One is that most vintage rings were handmade, making them high-quality and one-of-a-kind pieces. Another is that many vintage rings have timeless looks that are visually appealing. Plus, some vintage rings are desirable to collectors, so their value may increase over time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage rings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    The age of a vintage ring is at least 20 years. If a ring is at least 100 years older, the piece is an antique. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A 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 ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What vintage rings are called varies. It's correct to simply call any ring that is 20 to 99 years old a vintage ring. However, some people may call them by other names. Rings from the 1940s may be referred to as War Year rings, while mid-century and retro are other terms for pieces from the 1950s and ’60s. You may also see vintage rings described by their styles. For example, a ring flaunting a single diamond or colored gemstone is a solitaire, while one showcasing a primary stone surrounded by a ring of smaller accent stones is a halo ring. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Vintage rings were made from a variety of materials. Many artisans used sterling silver, platinum and gold alloys like 14-karat and 18-karat gold. Some pieces also featured gemstones like diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds as well as turquoise, jade and other materials like pearls and crystals. Shop a variety of vintage rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To tell if a vintage ring is real, examine its details. Older pieces are usually handmade, so they’ll often lack perfect symmetry or feature minor flaws in the details. Does it show signs of wear and tear that normally wouldn’t appear on a new accessory? Stamps and/or markings inside the band may indicate the content of the metal as well as the manufacturer. You can consult online resources to see if the stylistic characteristics match jewelry from the era during which you believe the ring originated. Certified appraisers or seasoned professionals within the jewelry industry can also help you determine the age of a piece. If you wish to know if a vintage ring’s gemstone is real, consult an experienced gemologist. Shop a range of jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Vintage mood rings work because of their unique stones. Rather than being set with a precious gemstone, mood rings feature thermoplastic liquid crystals layered under a protective coating that is sensitive to temperature changes. When your body temperature rises and falls, the shift causes the crystals to react and show off different colors. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    A 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 ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Whether 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 8, 2023
    A 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 21, 2023
    You 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 6, 2023
    You 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Whether vintage diamond rings are worth more varies. Many factors influence the potential selling price of vintage and contemporary rings, including their maker, style and condition. The type of precious metal and the diamond's color, clarity, cut and carat weight will also impact the ring's price. Explore a wide variety of vintage diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Details 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The 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 ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    There 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.