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Vintage Ostby & Barton Sterling Silver Watermelon Agate Buckle Sides Ring
Vintage Ostby & Barton Sterling Silver Watermelon Agate Buckle Sides Ring

Vintage Ostby & Barton Sterling Silver Watermelon Agate Buckle Sides Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

  - 9.35 x 7.5mm (approx.) Material: Sterling Silver .925 Weight: 2.86 Grams Ring Size: 7.5 ( fitted on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Vintage 2.50ct Squared Ruby & Quartz Sterling Silver Wide Band Ring
Vintage 2.50ct Squared Ruby & Quartz Sterling Silver Wide Band Ring

Vintage 2.50ct Squared Ruby & Quartz Sterling Silver Wide Band Ring

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

A striking wide‑band ring crafted in sterling silver, set with four bold rows of square‑cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Bridal Engagement Silver Ring For Women Jewelry
Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Bridal Engagement Silver Ring For Women Jewelry

Vintage 925 Sterling Silver Bridal Engagement Silver Ring For Women Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

engagement and wedding ring designs, from classic, Minimalistic designs to vintage-inspired, Necklaces

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, Sterling Silver, Rhodium, Silver

Two finger ring natural pave diamonds sterling silver oxidized vintage look ring
Two finger ring natural pave diamonds sterling silver oxidized vintage look ring

Two finger ring natural pave diamonds sterling silver oxidized vintage look ring

Located in Delhi, DL

Diamond weight- 1.90cts Diamond color- white with a tint of grey Metal- Silver Purity- 925 (sterling

Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

925 Sterling Silver Vintage Ring set with Green & White Crystals
925 Sterling Silver Vintage Ring set with Green & White Crystals

925 Sterling Silver Vintage Ring set with Green & White Crystals

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

Meticulously Crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, centering 3 Green coloured Sparkling Crystals with

Category

Vintage 1970s Australian Cluster Rings

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Cloisonne Ring with Rose Quartz, 1970s China
Vintage Sterling Silver Cloisonne Ring with Rose Quartz, 1970s China

Vintage Sterling Silver Cloisonne Ring with Rose Quartz, 1970s China

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a vintage pink and blue cloisonne sterling silver adjustable ring with a carved rose quartz

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Boho Navajo Turquoise Ring Set in Sterling Silver 8
Vintage Boho Navajo Turquoise Ring Set in Sterling Silver 8

Vintage Boho Navajo Turquoise Ring Set in Sterling Silver 8

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace timeless Southwestern charm with this Vintage Boho Navajo Turquoise Ring, expertly

Category

Mid-20th Century Native American Solitaire Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Located in Chicago, IL

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring Wieght 10 gram A

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Located in Chicago, IL

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring Wieght 14 gram A

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Located in Chicago, IL

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring Wieght 15 gram A

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Sputnik Brutalist Ring 1960's USA Size 9
Vintage Sterling Silver Sputnik Brutalist Ring 1960's USA Size 9

Vintage Sterling Silver Sputnik Brutalist Ring 1960's USA Size 9

Located in North Miami, FL

This vintage sterling silver sculptural brutalist hand wrought sputnik ring is very dynamic. It

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Dome Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Diamond Ring Cluster 14K Gold Vintage Floral Sterling Silver Top
Diamond Ring Cluster 14K Gold Vintage Floral Sterling Silver Top

Diamond Ring Cluster 14K Gold Vintage Floral Sterling Silver Top

By Estate Jewelry

Located in East Brunswick, NJ

This gorgeous vintage circa 1950s ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and sterling

Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Large Vintage Brutalist Amethyst Ring Size 11 Mexican Sterling Silver
Large Vintage Brutalist Amethyst Ring Size 11 Mexican Sterling Silver

Large Vintage Brutalist Amethyst Ring Size 11 Mexican Sterling Silver

Located in Webster, SD

This gorgeous vintage freeform ring is sterling silver done in a brutalist style. It features an

Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Vintage Natural real diamonds sterling silver emerald cut green onyx ring
Vintage Natural real diamonds sterling silver emerald cut green onyx ring

Vintage Natural real diamonds sterling silver emerald cut green onyx ring

Located in Delhi, DL

Stunning diamond sterling silver ring consists of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver

Category

2010s Indian Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Located in Chicago, IL

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring Wieght 10 gram A

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver

Vintage Baltic Amber Cabochon Sterling Silver Ring, Art Nouveau Style
Vintage Baltic Amber Cabochon Sterling Silver Ring, Art Nouveau Style

Vintage Baltic Amber Cabochon Sterling Silver Ring, Art Nouveau Style

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a vintage Baltic Amber sterling silver ring. The 1 x 0.63 inch amber cabochon is set in a

Category

Late 20th Century Baltic Art Nouveau Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

Vintage Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Banded Agate Ring:
Vintage Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Banded Agate Ring:

Vintage Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Banded Agate Ring:

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

Embrace the grandeur of our Massive Vintage Arts & Crafts / Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Ring, a

Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver & Diamond Band Ring
Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver & Diamond Band Ring

Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver & Diamond Band Ring

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed vintage silver ring. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver

Category

20th Century Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver 2.95ct Ruby & Quartz Bombe Band Ring, Size 6.5
Vintage Sterling Silver 2.95ct Ruby & Quartz Bombe Band Ring, Size 6.5

Vintage Sterling Silver 2.95ct Ruby & Quartz Bombe Band Ring, Size 6.5

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

A bold vintage sterling silver bombe band set with approximately 2.95 carats of squared pinkish‑red

Category

20th Century Thai Dome Rings

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver 1.10ct Square Amethyst & Quartz Band Ring, Size 7.5
Vintage Sterling Silver 1.10ct Square Amethyst & Quartz Band Ring, Size 7.5

Vintage Sterling Silver 1.10ct Square Amethyst & Quartz Band Ring, Size 7.5

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

A clean, modern sterling silver band set with a 1.10ct square‑cut amethyst, its vivid purple framed

Category

20th Century Thai Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Vintage 2ct Squared Ruby & Quartz Sterling Silver Band Ring, Size 7.75
Vintage 2ct Squared Ruby & Quartz Sterling Silver Band Ring, Size 7.75

Vintage 2ct Squared Ruby & Quartz Sterling Silver Band Ring, Size 7.75

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

A striking vintage statement band crafted in solid sterling silver, this architectural ring

Category

20th Century Thai Band Rings

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver 1.05ct Amethyst & 0.60ct Peridot Band Ring, Size 7.75
Vintage Sterling Silver 1.05ct Amethyst & 0.60ct Peridot Band Ring, Size 7.75

Vintage Sterling Silver 1.05ct Amethyst & 0.60ct Peridot Band Ring, Size 7.75

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

This sterling silver band ring showcases a 1.05‑carat oval‑cut amethyst in a sleek half‑bezel

Category

20th Century Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Peridot, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver and 14K Kokopelli Signet Ring, Size 6
Vintage Sterling Silver and 14K Kokopelli Signet Ring, Size 6

Vintage Sterling Silver and 14K Kokopelli Signet Ring, Size 6

Located in Webster, SD

This gorgeous estate ring is sterling silver with a 14K kokopelli. The face of this ring measures

Category

1990s North American Native American Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage 9.05 Carat Cirtine and Diamond Sterling Silver Architectural Ring
Vintage 9.05 Carat Cirtine and Diamond Sterling Silver Architectural Ring

Vintage 9.05 Carat Cirtine and Diamond Sterling Silver Architectural Ring

Located in Montreal, QC

. The 4 Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.11tctw. Sterling Silver Tarnish-resistant Rhodium Satin finish

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Vintage Solitaire Opal and Diamond Rhodium Sterling Silver Statement Ring
Vintage Solitaire Opal and Diamond Rhodium Sterling Silver Statement Ring

Vintage Solitaire Opal and Diamond Rhodium Sterling Silver Statement Ring

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Vintage Show Stopper Solitaire Ring, centering an Ethiopian Opal; approx

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1.35ct Squared Ruby & Emerald & Quartz Channel Band Sterling Silver Ring
Vintage 1.35ct Squared Ruby & Emerald & Quartz Channel Band Sterling Silver Ring

Vintage 1.35ct Squared Ruby & Emerald & Quartz Channel Band Sterling Silver Ring

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

A bold, color‑driven sterling silver band featuring twelve squared‑cut gemstones—six rubies and six

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Emerald, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver 1.6ct Square Amethyst & White Quartz Ring, Size 7.75
Vintage Sterling Silver 1.6ct Square Amethyst & White Quartz Ring, Size 7.75

Vintage Sterling Silver 1.6ct Square Amethyst & White Quartz Ring, Size 7.75

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

This sterling silver ring centers a beautifully saturated 1.60‑carat square‑cut amethyst, uniquely

Category

20th Century Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Garnet Cluster Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Garnet Cluster Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring

Garnet Cluster Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring

Located in Milford, DE

-inspired formation. Set in polished sterling silver, the marquise- and oval-cut garnet stones are securely

Category

Late 20th Century American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

Vintage Natural diamonds sterling silver emerald ruby yellow, blue sapphire ring
Vintage Natural diamonds sterling silver emerald ruby yellow, blue sapphire ring

Vintage Natural diamonds sterling silver emerald ruby yellow, blue sapphire ring

Located in Delhi, DL

Stunning diamond sterling silver ring consists of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver

Category

2010s Indian Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Vintage 2.05ct Oval Swiss Blue Topaz & Quartz Sculptural Sterling Silver Ring
Vintage 2.05ct Oval Swiss Blue Topaz & Quartz Sculptural Sterling Silver Ring

Vintage 2.05ct Oval Swiss Blue Topaz & Quartz Sculptural Sterling Silver Ring

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

brilliant texture and sparkle across the shoulders and gallery. Crafted in solid sterling silver, this

Category

20th Century Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Emerald sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Emerald sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Emerald sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Located in Chicago, IL

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond and emerald Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring A P P R

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver

Vintage 6.57 Carat Cushion Citrine and Tsavorite Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Vintage 6.57 Carat Cushion Citrine and Tsavorite Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring

Vintage 6.57 Carat Cushion Citrine and Tsavorite Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed 12mm Cushion Citrine and Tsavorite Sterling Silver Vintage

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Tsavorite, Sterling Silver

Vintage Aquamarine Pink Tourmaline Ring Sterling Silver 925 and 18K Gold
Vintage Aquamarine Pink Tourmaline Ring Sterling Silver 925 and 18K Gold

Vintage Aquamarine Pink Tourmaline Ring Sterling Silver 925 and 18K Gold

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Ring with a Brilliant Aquamarine stone and small pink Tourmaline stones - all natural

Category

2010s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold, Sterling Silver

Huge Vintage Sterling Silver 13.5 Carat Sapphire Cluster Ring Size 10
Huge Vintage Sterling Silver 13.5 Carat Sapphire Cluster Ring Size 10

Huge Vintage Sterling Silver 13.5 Carat Sapphire Cluster Ring Size 10

Located in Webster, SD

This gorgeous vintage, domed ring is sterling silver. It features 27 oval cut 6x4mm sapphires with

Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Turquoise Sterling Silver Pear-Shaped Ring
Turquoise Sterling Silver Pear-Shaped Ring

Turquoise Sterling Silver Pear-Shaped Ring

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

interesting geometric design and vibrant Sterling Silver. This beautiful ring will catch glances from across

Category

Vintage 1980s Fashion Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Natural Red Coral Ring Vintage Sterling Silver 925 and Blue Topaz
Natural Red Coral Ring Vintage Sterling Silver 925 and Blue Topaz

Natural Red Coral Ring Vintage Sterling Silver 925 and Blue Topaz

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Ring with a Brilliant Coral stone Natural Oval Cabochon Coral cut Approx size 16 x 12 mm

Category

Early 2000s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Coral, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Gold

Gucci Vintage Iconic Logo Heart Love Sterling Silver Trademark Charm 5 Ring
Gucci Vintage Iconic Logo Heart Love Sterling Silver Trademark Charm 5 Ring

Gucci Vintage Iconic Logo Heart Love Sterling Silver Trademark Charm 5 Ring

By Gucci

Located in Wokingham, England

Gucci Vintage Iconic Logo Trademark Heart Lover Pendant Band Charm Ring, Sterling Silver, Size 10

Category

1990s Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Emerald sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Emerald sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Emerald sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Located in Chicago, IL

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond and emerald Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring A P P R

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Emerald sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Emerald sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Emerald sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring.

Located in Chicago, IL

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond and emerald Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Vintage Ring A P P R

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver

Nancy and David Vintage Two Tone Sterling Silver & 14k Gold Designer Ring
Nancy and David Vintage Two Tone Sterling Silver & 14k Gold Designer Ring

Nancy and David Vintage Two Tone Sterling Silver & 14k Gold Designer Ring

Located in New York, NY

This is a vintage two-tone ring by Nancy and David in sterling silver & 14k yellow gold. Antique

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver 3.80ct Pear Blue Topaz Solitaire Vintage Band Ring, Size 7.75
Sterling Silver 3.80ct Pear Blue Topaz Solitaire Vintage Band Ring, Size 7.75

Sterling Silver 3.80ct Pear Blue Topaz Solitaire Vintage Band Ring, Size 7.75

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

sterling silver, the ring features an open, organic form that frames the gemstone with a contemporary

Category

20th Century Thai Band Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Navajo Mother of Pearl Ring Size 6.5 Sterling Silver Anna Begay
Vintage Navajo Mother of Pearl Ring Size 6.5 Sterling Silver Anna Begay

Vintage Navajo Mother of Pearl Ring Size 6.5 Sterling Silver Anna Begay

Located in Webster, SD

This beautiful vintage ring is sterling silver with a stunning mother of pearl stone. it is the

Category

Vintage 1970s American Native American Fashion Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage look Natural uncut rose cut Ruby Diamond sterling silver Ring
Vintage look Natural uncut rose cut Ruby Diamond sterling silver Ring

Vintage look Natural uncut rose cut Ruby Diamond sterling silver Ring

Located in Delhi, DL

- 3.15ctw -Metal- 925 Sterling silver Metal color- yellow gold plated Gemstone- Ruby (Lab created)

Category

2010s Indian Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Vintage Neils Erik From Sterling Silver & Rose Quartz Bullet Cabochon Ring
Vintage Neils Erik From Sterling Silver & Rose Quartz Bullet Cabochon Ring

Vintage Neils Erik From Sterling Silver & Rose Quartz Bullet Cabochon Ring

By Neils Eric From

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage Danish Modernist silver ring. By Neils Erik From. In sterling silver. Bezel-set

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver 1.3ct Oval Amethyst & White Quartz Band Ring, Size 8.75
Vintage Sterling Silver 1.3ct Oval Amethyst & White Quartz Band Ring, Size 8.75

Vintage Sterling Silver 1.3ct Oval Amethyst & White Quartz Band Ring, Size 8.75

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

A vivid 1.3‑carat oval amethyst sits at the center of this refined sterling silver band, its rich

Category

20th Century Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

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Vintage Sterling Silver Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage sterling silver ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage sterling silver ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage sterling silver ring over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen and Jean Paul Gaultier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A vintage sterling silver ring can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 7 Turquoise versions can add an especially stylish touch. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and round cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage sterling silver ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Vintage Sterling Silver Ring?

Prices for a vintage sterling silver ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $61 and can go as high as $7,600, while this accessory, on average, fetches $485.

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 ringsvintage 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.