Vintage Smokey Quartz and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This smokey quartz stone is cut to really show off the colour and reflect the light. The openwork gallery allows the stone to be flooded with light and it almost glows! This ring has...
Quartz, Gold
Vintage Smokey Quartz and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This Smokey Quartz stone is surrounded by a double rope twist frame and the shoulders have curved round glossy gold pieces. Ring Size: N 1/2 or 7 Height Off Finger: 8mm Stone Dimen...
Quartz, Gold
Vintage Smokey Quartz and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This Smokey Quartz stone is surrounded by a stunning crown style setting and also has an extremely ornate gallery and shoulders. Modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: M or 6 1/4 Hei...
Quartz, Gold
Vintage Smokey Quartz and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The stunning smokey quartz stone is set in simple claw settings and has gorgeous fancy shoulders. The shoulders have leaf and scroll detail and is all modelled on 9ct gold. Ring Si...
Quartz, 9k Gold
Vintage Smokey Quartz and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The smokey quartz stone in the ring is large and gorgeous! It is deep in colour and held by simple claws on a modernistic gallery and shank. The ring is modelled in 9carat gold. Full...
Quartz, Gold
Vintage esteem smoky quartz oxidized sterling silver statement ring
Located in Delhi, DL
The ring consists of; Gross weight- 8.700grams Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 silver Metal color- Oxidized silver Gemstone- Smoky quartz Gemstone- origin Ring face size- 19.5 mm x ...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage Pink Quartz Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Rose Quartz Cut: Cabochon Weight: Approximately 15.94 Carat Accent Stone: 44 Diamonds Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Weight: Approximately 0.25 Carats Color: F Clarity: VS Me...
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Smoky Quartz Cocktail Yellow Gold Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
This ring is made in 18kt yellow gold and platinum. It is set with important smoked quartz weighing approximate 27.50ct, which is completely eye clean. It is set secured with 4 prong...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring, 9k Yellow Gold, C1970s
Located in NEWARK, GB
A bold and beautiful vintage cocktail ring. This ring is all about the huge smoky quartz centre stone and the decorative shoulders and mount.
Quartz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Large Smokey Quartz and 18 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The very large smokey quartz stone is held with rounded double claws and is perched upon a very simple closed gallery. The ring is modelled in 18carat gold. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 St...
Quartz, Gold
Vintage Silver and Smoky Quartz Ring by Gussi Made 1965
Located in Stockholm, SE
This vintage silver ring features a bold, round smoky quartz with a deeply ridged fluted cut, creating a striking interplay of light and shadow.
Quartz, Silver
Vintage Smoky Quartz Ring 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Pinky Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage smoky quartz cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Filigree Purple Quartz Ring Size 7.5
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is a purple quartz that has a beautiful vintage cut to it. This ring can be worn everyday.
Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Burle Marx Modernist Rose Quartz 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Burle Marx
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wear it and remember Rio. This is a Vintage Burle Marx Modernist Rose Quartz 18k Gold Ring.
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver 1.76ct Black Star Sapphire & Quartz Ring, Size 7.5
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A sleek sterling silver ring showcasing a 1.76ct strong black star sapphire with a sharp six‑ray asterism. Four white quartz accents add bright contrast, enhancing the sapphire’s dep...
Star Sapphire, Black Star, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage Carrera y Carrera Narcissus Quartz Ring in Yellow Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Carrera y Carrera Narcissus quartz ring set in 18k yellow gold.
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Lemon Quartz Ring 10 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Statement Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage lemon quartz cocktail ring, crafted in 10 karat yellow gold.
Quartz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pale Smokey Quartz and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The stone at the centre of this gorgeous cocktail ring is very very large. It is a definite statement piece! The stone is emerald cut and is set in 9ct gold and is held with double c...
Quartz, 9k Gold
Smoky Quartz and 9 Carat Yellow Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
Wear a piece of history on your fingers with this lovely dress ring dating from around the 1960's or 1970's. The centrepiece of this fantastic ring is an impressive 20 x 14.8mm emer...
Quartz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 12 Carat Cabochon Cut Chalcedony Quartz & Sapphire Ring in 14K Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chalcedony Quartz and Sapphire Ring in 14K Yellow Gold—a timeless piece that captures the charm of vintage aesthetics.
Chalcedony, Quartz, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver and Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A cool mid-century Mexican sterling silver cocktail ring. Set with a large round cut smoky quartz gemstone. Simply a fun, eye-catching ring to wear! Ring size: ca. 6 1/2 Width: ca...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage Solid 14K Yellow Gold Large Oval Lemon Quartz Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 21.5mm (0.85") (top of the ring, north to south), 2.8mm (bottom of the ring) Ring Height: 14.3mm rise off the finger Condition: Vintage.
Quartz, Yellow Gold
One Off Ring. High Upcycling. Quartz, Gold Plated Bronze & Vintage Elements.
By Ludmila Navarro
Located in ZARAGOZA, ES
This is a unique piece created for Ludmila Navarro, fine artist & jewellery designer. A totally handmade jewel which it was created from a sustainable process during which she recove...
Quartz, Gold Plate, Bronze
Vintage 9ct White Gold and Smoky Quartz Ring
Located in London, GB
9ct white gold ring featuring a lovely smoky quartz, ring size UK L, US 5 1/2 (inside diameter 1.65cm, .65 inch), and weighing 5.4 grams.
9k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Smoky Quartz Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Pear Cut Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage smoky quartz cocktail ring (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring Vintage 14 Karat Gold Statement Jewelry Estate Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage statement cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20ct Lemon Quartz Cocktail Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage lemon quartz cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14 karat rose gold.
Quartz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Vintage Cocktail Solitaire Bypass Ring -14k Marq 4.05ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $30 or Down 1 size for $30 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Smoky Quartz Carat(s): 4.05ct Cut: Marquis...
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver 3.96ct Oval Cut Amethyst & White Quartz Ring, Size 8.25
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A vivid 3.96‑carat oval amethyst takes center stage in this elegant sterling silver cocktail ring, its rich purple hue illuminated by crisp white quartz accents on each side. The cle...
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage Bvlgari Allegra Yellow Citrine Lemon Quartz 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Bvlgari Allegra Citrine Lemon Quartz 18k White Gold Statement Ring. Beautiful large fancy cushion cut Citrine Lemon Quartz set in a fine 18k white gold ring from the Bvlgari Allegra...
Citrine, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Bvlgari Parentesi Green Quartz and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A striking Bvlgari Parentesi green quartz and diamond cocktail ring set in 18k rose gold. The ring is predominantly set with a beautiful rose cut mint coloured green quartz stone. T...
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Amethyst, Lemon Quartz & Citrine Ring Set In 18K Gold &
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Amethyst, Lemon Quartz & Citrine Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Lemon Quartz - 19.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Cut Amethyst, Blue Topaz and Cit...
Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold, Silver
Huge 93ct Smokey Quartz Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Cocktail
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish large estimated 93 carat smokey topaz cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Emerald cut smokey quartz measures 29.5mm x 24mm (estimated at 9...
Emerald, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 35 Carat Lemon Quartz Large Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage lemon quartz cocktail ring (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Lemon Quartz & Pink Tourmaline Ring Set 18 K Go
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Lemon Quartz & Pink Tourmaline Ring Set 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Lemon Quartz 12.00 Carat Natural Diamond 1.00 Carat Natural pink Tour...
Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline
Vintage 70s Yellow Quartz Ring Sz 7.5 Large Square Emerald Cut Men's Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage yellow quartz ring (circa 1970s) crafted in 18 karat soft rose gold.
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Fred Paris 18k Rose Gold Rose Quartz Stacking Solitaire Ring Size 6.75
By Fred
Located in New York, NY
Fred Paris 18k Rose Gold Rose Quartz Stacking Solitaire Ring Designer: Fred Paris Metal: 18k Rose Gold (Marked Fred, Au750, French hallmarks) Gemstone: Soft blush rose quartz solitai...
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Chaumet Rose Quartz and Diamond Class One Croisière Ring in Rose Gold
By Chaumet
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Chaumet rose quartz and diamond Class One Croisière ring set in 18k rose gold.
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Peridot & Lemon Quartz Ring Set In 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Peridot & Lemon Quartz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Sapphires 4.00 carats Natural Lemon Quartz 8.00 carats Natural Peridot 5.00 carats...
Peridot, Quartz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
1980's Multi-Quartz 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Three Stone Bubble Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering milky quartz, green chalcedony quartz, and rose quarts cabochons Oval shaped and flush set east to west - each measuring 9.5 x 11.0 mm Translucent white, bluish green, and ...
Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Citrine & Lemon Quartz — 18K Gold & Silver, Circa 1990
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Citrine & Lemon Quartz — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience elevated Mediterranea...
Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold, Silver
Green Quartz Dress Ring, 18K Rose Gold, Hallmarked London 2014, Statement Piece
Located in Canterbury, England
A significant statement piece, our dress ring with 18k rose gold band features a large and beautifully cut green quartz.
Quartz, Rose Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver 2.50ct Oval Amethyst Signet Band Ring, Size 7.75
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A bold vintage signet ring showcasing a luminous 2.50‑carat oval amethyst in a refined checkered‑facet cut. The gemstone’s rich purple hue contrasts beautifully with the sculpted ste...
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage Ring Sputnik natural 7.5 ct Gems solid 18K Gold Ø 8.75 / 8.5gr
Located in SE
Retro cocktail Sputnik type ring of Fancy design, very unusually looking thing! Likely manufactured by H.Stern, Brazil. There are no hallmarks. Metal parts in solid 18K (tested) Or...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Aquamarine, Quartz, Tourmaline, 18k ...
Vintage 10K Yellow Gold Elongated Marquise Shaped Tiger’s Eye Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 10K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6.5 Shank width: 2.10 mm Weight: 4.00 grams One ladies 10K yellow gold vintage tiger's eye quartz cocktail ring with a half...
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver Ring with Faux Smoky Quartz Center
Located in New York, NY
This sterling silver ring is large and impressive. It has a faux smoky quartz center with citrine crystals going around under the rim. The sides are accentuated with a single citri...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage Smoky Quartz Solitaire Cocktail Ring, Retro Design London, 1976
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A vintage cocktail ring set with an oval smokey quartz measuring approx. 0.75" long x 0.57" wide with a faceted edge.
Quartz, 9k Gold
Vintage 9.16ct Madeira Quartz Cocktail Ring, Art Deco Style Design
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A spectacular and unusual Madeira quartz cocktail ring set with a rectangular, cut cornered, step cut quartz measuring approx. 0.53" x 0.44", as the name would suggest the colour is ...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Carla Amorim 10tcw Quartz Gemstones Cluster Ring in 18k Rose Gold
By Carla Amorim
Located in Newport Beach, CA
10.00tcw Quartz Gemstones 18k Rose Gold Carla Amorim Designer
Quartz, Rose Gold
Vintage Carved Rock Quartz and .12 CTW Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Daytona Beach, FL
Vintage 1960's carved rock quartz ring with .12 carat total weight of diamonds.
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold
Vintage Faceted Tube-Shaped Smoky Quartz 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Ring
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
This unique fashion ring features a tube-shaped Smoky Quartz which measures 15 x 11mm. It is mounted with a ring of 14 karat yellow Gold planks holding it in place and making it ris...
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s Pear Shaped Rutilated Quartz Cabochon Ring 9 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
The Romi Ring Gem Details The pear shaped cabochon gold rutilated quartz measures 25.00x17.50x9.00 millimetres and is estimated to weigh 20.95 carats.
Quartz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s Rubover Rutilated Quartz Cabochon Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
The Regan Ring Gem Details The high dome rutilated quartz cabochon measures approximately 24.3x9.8 millimetres.
Quartz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tito Pedrini Quartz Mother of Pearl Doublet 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Crownsville, MD
Stunning vintage Tito Pedrini made in Italy 14K yellow gold statement, dinner, cocktail ring featuring an impressive 22 x 17mm clear quartz crystal and mother of pearl doublet caboch...
Quartz, 14k Gold
Vintage Inspired Sapphire & Mint Green Quartz Cluster Ring 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A star is born. The Rita Ring Gem Details The bright green mint quartz measures approximately 13.8x10.5 millimetres.
Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1970s 9 Carat Rose Gold Yellow Brown Smoky Quartz Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 9 carat rose gold, this opulent vintage ring features a narrow band reaching up into a gorgeous gallery supporting an alluring cushion-cut smoky quartz.
Quartz, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Circa 1990s Emerald Cut Smokey Quartz Vintage Ring in 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 9 carat yellow gold, this graceful vintage 1990s ring features a high polish flat edge band that flows into raised split shoulders and a raised gallery holding a gorgeous s...
Quartz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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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