Vintage Retro Collectible 1971 14k Gold Elongated Oval Citrine School Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Citrine - Elongated Oval Cut - Prong Set - Deep Orangy Brown Color - 17x8.3mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k yellow gold Weight: 3.6 Grams Ring Size: 6...
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 10kt, Solid Gold Multi Colored 1953 High School Ring with Enamel Crest
Located in Long Beach, CA
Solid Gold Multi Colored Rose, Yellow, White CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 SIZE: 10.25 This classic Art Deco ring is hand constructed for a high school, likely back east in solid 10Kt Gold.
10k Gold
Solid 10Kt. Gold Art Deco Die Struck School Ring Hand Constructed from 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's SIZE: 6.5 LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This elegant and classic Military style ring is entirely ...
Art Deco 10Kt. Solid Gold Multi Colored Signet Ring with Enamel Inlay 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
This was likely a high school ring. It is sized to 10 3/4 and can be sized up or down.
10k Gold
Vintage Artcarved 14k Gold Carved Black Onyx Initial UT School Signet Ring
By Artcarved
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Oval Shape - Carved - Bezel Set - Black Color - 9x5.8mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.2 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Measured...
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ring 10Kt. Yellow Gold Philadelphia Olney High School, 1941 Size 8
Located in Long Beach, CA
Crafted in 10K Yellow Gold, this charming class ring is from Olney High School in Philadelphia and is dated 1941.
10k Gold
10K Yellow Gold 5.45 Ct. Lab Spinel Bushwick High School Class of 1955 Ring
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 8.5 Grams Stone: 5.45 Ct. Lab Spinel (13 x 10.75 x 5.1) Measurements: 19.77 x 20.9 x 5 mm Ring Size: 7.75 Hallmark: NRDCO 10K Engraved Script Inside Shank: AWB ITEM #: BR-14...
Spinel, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Synthetic Ruby and 10k Yellow Gold Graduation Ring 1971
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage signet ring has been crafted in 10k yellow gold. The ring is ornamented with a feature cabochon cut synthetic ruby, surrounded by 'Rock Hill High Sc...
Yellow Gold
Extra Large Industrial Rotating Ring Coat Tree Clothing Rack
By GoodForm
Located in New York, NY
Incredible industrial school free standing rotating coat ring stand, in very good, original condition.
Steel
Morning Coffee Break, Saturday Evening Post Cover, 1959
By Amos Sewell
Located in Fort Washington, PA
In mother’s ears is a faint, faraway ringing —would it be an echo of the youthful din that has dinned in her ears all summer, or does she think she hears what she is merely imagining...
Oil, Board
Harvard's Prestigious Graduate School of Business Alumni Class Ring in 14kt Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 1981 Harvard esteemed Graduate School of Business class were issued these rings not only in the higher standard purity precious metal featuring 14kt gold with a .15 Carat featur...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 25.25 in W 61 in D 10 in
Great Brutalist Colorful Signed Curtis Jere Schoolhouse Wall Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Mount Penn, PA
Intricate mixed metal and materials enameled and torch cut schoolhouse with American flag on pole and ringing school bell. Great detail with blue, yellow and red bicycles in front on...
F & F Felger for J.E. Caldwell Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Remark: “The Philadelphia story is all about old school truth and new school style.” SIZE: Ring Size: 6 1/2 WEIGHT: 6.0 grams STONES: 4.50 carat rubellite tourmaline...
Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Italian Diamond Ring 3.10ct VV2-VS1
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Madrid, ES
Title: Natural Diamond Ring Dimension: 9.54 - 9.57x 5.58mm Material: Natural Diamond Additional Information: Ring with Natural Diamond, Round brilliant cut, set in claws, 3.10ct, ...
Stone
10 Karat Black Onyx School Ring, Circa 1955
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vintage 10K gold school ring showcases a sleek black onyx cabochon, measuring 10.8mm x 5.2mm.
Onyx, Yellow Gold, Gold, 10k Gold
Vintage Cabochon Sapphire Diamond 4.56 Carat Gold Scale of Justice Ring Size 11
Located in New York, NY
The sapphire is set in a gold mounting that is designed to resemble a school ring, with the scale of justice prominently featured on the top of the ring.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1973 NJSIAA Football Championship Ring, 10 Karat Gold Roxbury High School
Located in Greensboro, NC
Crafted by Herff Jones in 10k yellow gold, this 1973 New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association high school football championship ring features a gleaming synthetic blue s...
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Karat Gold Onyx Inlay Cleveland 1948 High School Traditional Graduation Ring
Located in Milford, DE
A classy 10K gold 1948 class ring with onyx inlay. The face features a motif of a man and inscribed "Grover Cleveland High School" and "Pro deo et patria."
Onyx, 10k Gold
Jade Ring in Rose Gold, circa 1940s
Located in Northampton, MA
But I'm also all for doing things old-school. And that's what this ring is: a fine, old-school men's jade ring that will last for another 100 years without blinking.
Jade, 10k Gold
Glassy Jade Ring Midcentury Highly Translucent Certified Untreated Size 10
Located in Northampton, MA
This men's jadeite jade ring represents old-school class: hand-fabricated in America in the 1960s, hand-crafted to perfection.
Jade, 14k Gold
Unisex 10 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Signet Ring, Dated 1951
Located in Long Beach, CA
Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1951 SIZE: 6.25 This is a darling, High School class ring crafted in 10Kt Solid Yellow Gold in a classic Art Deco Style design with a stylized gold and enam...
Onyx, 10k Gold
College Ring, Westwood, USA High School, 1958, 10 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Heerlen, NL
One (1) 10K. Yeloow Gold COLLEGE Ring. Westwood USA High School Year: 1958 Dark Green Glas in the ring (Syntetic glas) Weight: 5.98 grams messerment: 14 x 9 x 5 mm.
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Men von Boltenstern Ring Intaglio Signet 18K Gold Carnelian ØUS9.5/15 gr
Located in SE
Signet Intaglio Ring featuring Carnelian (type of Agate) stone with the detailed heraldic depiction of Von Boltenstern's coat of arms under the crown of Nobility set into wide band r...
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Art Deco 10Kt Solid Multi Color Gold School Ring from FHA Commercial from 1930
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Multi Color Solid Gold Yellow, Rose, White CIRCA / YEAR: 1930 SIZE: 5.75 This classic Art Deco Insignia ring is entir...
10k Gold
Antique Men Signet Ring Banded Red Onyx solid 18K Gold ØUS12.25 / 11.5gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring - adorned with bezel set polished Red plate of banded Red Onyx stone 15 mm x 12 mm x 4.3 mm with open back / ca 9 ct. This charming stone looks like sliced jelly with def...
Onyx, 18k Gold
10Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Signet Ring with Citrine Quartz Faceted Stone 1930's
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Ring METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's CENTER STONE: Citrine Quartz SIZE: 8.25 This classic Art Deco ring is hand cons...
10k Gold
GIA Certified 2 Carat Diamond in 14K Gold Solitaire Men's Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 2 Carat O-P/SI1 Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold Solitaire Men's Ring in Size 8.75. Polished finish. Details: Item Type: Solitaire Men's Ring Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 8....
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unisex Art Deco Intaglio 10kt Solid Gold Handmade Ring Set with Hematite, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Unisex Ring METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940 SIZE: 7 This unique hand made men's ring is distinctive and unique. The h...
10k Gold
Art Deco 10Kt Gold Handmade Ring in Two Tone Yellow and White Gold from 1938
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold Two Tone CIRCA / YEAR: 1938 SIZE: 6 This charming little ring is entirely handmade and hand engraved. The...
10k Gold
10Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Ring and Adjustable circa 1940's Hand Made
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's SIZE: 9.5 and Sizable Nearly 25 years ago I purchased a collection of rings from an old jeweler...
10Kt. Solid Gold Art Deco Ring and Sizeable circa 1940's Hand Made
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's SIZE: 6.5 Nearly 25 years ago I purchased a collection of rings from an old jeweler that had bee...
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.
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