Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century European Artisan Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
1980s Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
1950s Dutch Modern Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Sterling Silver
1990s American Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
1990s American Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
1990s American Contemporary Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Quartz, Sterling Silver
1990s American Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Citrine, Diamond, Sterling Silver
1990s American Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Amethyst, Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Peridot, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
1990s American Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Citrine, Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
1980s Australian Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Turquoise, Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
1990s American Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Sterling Silver
1940s Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Sterling Silver
1990s American Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
20th Century Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Blue Topaz, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Sterling Diamond Ring
Diamond, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Whether 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 ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a vintage diamond ring is real, you can first research the maker using trusted online resources. Hallmarks found on the inside of the band can provide a starting point for identifying a maker. By reading about the maker, you can find out if they typically produced fine jewelry or costume jewelry. If the maker of your ring was a fine jewelry maker, your ring is more likely to contain a real diamond. Another option is to take your ring to a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler who can assist in identifying the stone. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage diamond rings.
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