3.96 Carat Oval Aquamarine Diamond Three Stone Alternative Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Jewelry Beverly Hills storefront on 1stDibs to discover new arrivals of alternative engagement rings, rare
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Platinum
3.76 Carat GIA Certified Ceylon Sapphire Three-Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
to color, symbolism, and the rare elegance of a fine Ceylon sapphire engagement ring. Delivery and
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Platinum
Oval Cut Alexandrite Bridal Wedding Ring, Art Deco Rose Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Orlando, Florida
, Oval Cut Alexandrite Bridal Wedding Ring For Her Vintage Unique rare gemstone Engagement Ring 18K
Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Vintage 1.22ct Green Peridot in Yellow Gold Ring with Orange Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
snake-like pattern. With its intricate detailing and rare vintage charm, this gemstone engagement ring
Peridot, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2.79 Ct Violet Blue Sapphire Cushion Cut Platinum Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-Certified Sapphire – Sri Lanka Origin. This exquisite platinum three-stone engagement ring features a rare
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Diamond, Yellow Di...
Brilliant Rare Teal Sapphire Gemstone 1.69 Carats Heated Sapphire Sapphire Stone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Rare Teal Sapphire Gemstone of 1.69 carats from Sri lanka has a wonderful cut in a Oval
Sapphire
Rare Bicolor Tourmaline Emerald-Cut 18K Rose Gold Diamond Ring - Unique Luxury
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
rare interplay of vibrant green and delicate pink hues, this one-of-a-kind gemstone captivates with its
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Emerald, 18k Gold, R...
$25,350Sale Price|35% Off
10.5 Carat Cushion-Cut Neon Mint Tourmaline and Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This one-of-a-kind three-stone ring features a striking 10.5-carat cushion-cut neon mint tourmaline, set in 18K yellow gold and accented by two Cadillac-shaped white diamonds E color...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
6.90 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.90 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emeralds Weight is: Approx. 5.90 Carats (transparent) Center Emerald Cut Emerald Weight is: Ap...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
$53,700Sale Price|40% Off
W 0.39 in D 0.24 in L 0.46 in
Rare 5.73 Carat Natural Red Spinel Emerald Cut – Collector's Luxury Gemstone
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional 5.73 Carat Natural Red Spinel – A Rare Collector's Gem By Merkaba Beverly Hills. Discover unparalleled luxury with this 5.73 carat natural Red Spinel, an extraordinary u...
Spinel, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum,...
BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...
Tanzanite Ring 20.37 Ct Emerald Cut Platinum Diamonds - Best Gift Beverly Hills
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional 20.37 Carat Emerald-Cut Tanzanite Platinum Ring with 2.04 Carat Cadillac Diamonds – Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Presenting an extraordinary 20.37 carat emerald-cut Ta...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tanzanite, Emerald, Platinum
Sensational 1990s Bill Blass Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Paisley Vintage 90s Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage late 90s BILL BLASS couture nude silk chiffon paisley print full length evening dress with dramatic train! This is an original sample, and is incredibly well made...
$108,000Sale Price|70% Off
NWT 360, 000 18KT Magnificent Fancy 38CT Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Gorgeous 18KT White Gold Winston Style Glistening Diamond and Paraiba Tourmaline Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding Mu...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
3.91 Carat Sea-Foam Green Beryl Cushion Cadillac Diamond Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sea-Foam 3.91 Carat. Green Beryl Three-Stone Platinum Diamond Ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills proudly presents an exquisite 3.91-carat Sea-Foam ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Beryl, Green Beryl, Platinum
4.36 Carat Brazilian Imperial Topaz Emerald Cut Drop Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
4.36 carat total Brazilian imperial topaz emerald cut diamond drop earrings in 18K yellow gold and platinum by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A collector focused, one of a kind pair ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Topaz, Imperial Topaz, ...
$980Sale Price|27% Off
L 18 in
New 15 Carat Amethyst & Sapphire 14k White Gold PL Sterling Necklace 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous necklace! There are 12 pear cut amethyst stones on this statement necklace. They are 8 x 6 mm and total 15 carats. Each opal is surrounded by diamond cut white sap...
Sapphire, Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$925Sale Price|31% Off
L 17.5 in
New 5.2 Carat Amethyst & Sapphire 14k White Gold PL Sterling Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous necklace! There are 18 pear cut amethyst stones this statement necklace and they are 4 x 3 mm. On the Dangling Pendant there are two 7 x 5 mm pear cut amethyst ston...
Sapphire, Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
$820Sale Price|21% Off
L 20 in
New 5.5 Carat Blue Opal & Sapphire 14k White Gold Sterling Necklace 18-20 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just gorgeous and has a fabulous design. It's truly a glamorous statement necklace. The blue opal stones are from Ethiopia. They are pear cut and measure 5 x 3 mm...
Opal, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.75 Carat Chrome Green Tourmaline Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Gold
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2.75 carat chrome green tourmaline cushion diamond engagement ring in 18K white gold by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Chosen for its vivid, energized green and natural rarity, chrom...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, P...
Platinum 2.39ctw GIA No Heat Color Change Blue to Purple Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Step Cut - Prong Set - Violetish Blue Changing to Purple Color - Ceylon - No Heat - 2.24ct (exact) ** See Certification De...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
5.38 Carat Pear Morganite Diamond Pavé Ring in 18K Rose Gold By Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills presents a romantic, collector worthy ring centered on a substantial 5.38 carat pear shaped morganite, chosen for its soft blush tone and luminous prese...
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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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