14k Yellow Gold Carved Grooved Black Onyx Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Onyx - Carved Grooved Cut - Black Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 6.28 Grams Ring Size: 4.5 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to ...
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Mesh Somerset Wide Ring in Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, England
A stylish vintage Tiffany & Co. Mesh Somerset ring set in 18k yellow gold.The ring is composed of an intricate woven mesh design, creating a bold and textured wide band.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RIng 18K White Gold Matching Earrings Avaliable Diamond 50-RD-0,26 ct Blue Sapphire 13-2,08 ct SIze US 7,2 Weight 4,59 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tradit...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Classic Wide Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 99-0,36 ct Size 7 US Weight 6,65 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which cre...
Diamond, White Gold
10K White Gold Wide Diamond Band Ring Size 9.25 #25743
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10K White Gold Wide Diamond Band Ring Size 9.25 This stunning 10K white gold band features 288 round brilliant cut diamond set in a geometric grid design, creating sparkle from ever...
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Wide Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RIng 18K White Gold Diamond 32-RD-0,12 ct Blue Sapphire 10-0,41 ct Blue Sapphire 5-0,55 ct Blue Sapphire 8-1,85 ct SIze US 7,2 Weight 11,07 grams With a heritage of ancient fin...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
RUCHI Rose-Cut Diamond Flexible Rose Gold Wide Ring
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond- 8.47 Cts All Diamonds are G/H-SI
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1970s SANZ 18k Gold Open Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Sanz
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Good, wear consistent with age Era: Mid Century Year: 1970s Metal: 18k yellow gold (XRF Tested) along with hallmark Diamonds: 12 Carat Weight: 0.04 Cut: Round single Colo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Wide Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 99-0,36 ct Size 7 US Weight 6,65 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which cre...
Diamond, White Gold
Diamond Heart Wide Ring Band
Located in Miami, FL
14k white gold diamond pave ring with hearts and vines. Features 14K white gold 1.01 carat diamonds Ring size 6.5, can be sized
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 2.45ct Diamond Wide Band Ring MF40-122325
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Relying on pattern and proportion to make its statement, this yellow gold ring features six rows of diamonds set across its wide surface.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Five Row Diamond Buckle Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Wide Five Row Diamond Buckle Ring in 14k White Gold Buckle Ring features five rows of Round Brilliant Diamonds set across the top with Buckle on top, all set in 14k White Gold sett...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 8 Measurements: 8.40mm wide,5.47mm tall above the finger Markings: "750" Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 6.7 grams Emerald: 1.66 carats Sapphire: 1.26 carats Diamond: .29 ca...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Wide "Puffy" Tapered Cobblestone Band Ring in 22K Yellow Gold
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Wide Tapered Cobblestone Band Ring by Bracken Jewelers, crafted from 22K yellow gold.
Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Classic Wide Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 99-0,36 ct Size 7 US Weight 6,65 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which cre...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Nigeria Sapphire Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and sapphire 'Nigeria' ring, Cartier, France. The band ring set with round diamonds weighing approximately 5.60 carats, with buff-top sapphire accents, Ring size is 6.5 to 6....
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Solid Gold Engravable Wide Grooved Squared Signet Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 9.07 Grams Ring Size: 11.0 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 16.30mm (0.64") (to...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,925Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Yellow Gold Pavé Citrine Wide Band Ring
Located in Arnhem, NL
A wide band 18 karat yellow gold pavé citrine ring.
Citrine, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold T True 5.5mm Wide Ring 9
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold T True 5.5mm Wide Ring 9 Metal: 18K Gold Size: 9 Band Width: 5.5mm Weight: 5.60 grams Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&Co.
18k Gold
18K Pink Gold Pave Diamond Wide Designer Enamel Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Elegant 18K Rose Gold Enamel Diamond Band featuring 0.8 carats of brilliant round diamonds and a sleek modern enamel design. Expandable from size 7 to 8.75 for a perfect fit. Specifi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
$6,880Sale Price|20% Off
Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring Cocktail Diamond Ring 1.28ct 14kt Gold Wide Dome Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautifully crafted fancy yellow diamond cocktail diamond ring in 14KT yellow gold. GRAM WEIGHT: 6.24gr METAL: 14KT yellow gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Cut: Round Brilliant Color: Fanc...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Estate Garavelli 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Articulated Wide Cocktail Ring
By Garavelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Estate Garavelli 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Articulated Wide Cocktail Ring. This beautiful estate Garavelli diamond cocktail ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Wide Diamond White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring Diamond 99-0,36 ct Size 7 US Weight 6,65 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which cre...
Diamond, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K Gold 7mm Wide Numeric Ring 6
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K Gold 7mm Wide Numeric Ring 6 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 6 Band Width: 7mm Weight: 8.20 grams Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. © 1995 750 ITALY Condition: Excellent c...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & CO. Atlas 18K Gold 12mm Wide Numeric Ring 9.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & CO. Atlas 18K Gold 12mm Wide Numeric Ring 9.5 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 9.5 Band Width: 12mm Weight: 16.20 grams Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. © 1995 750 ITALY Conditi...
18k Gold
Cartier yellow gold full diamond set Love ring 4mm wide
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier diamond Love ring in 18ct yellow gold. The band diamond set throughout with 88 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.31ct punctuated by screw motifs, Cartie...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold 1.90ct Natural Round Diamonds Wide Pave Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite 18k yellow gold wide pavé ring exudes brilliance and sophistication, designed as a true statement of luxury.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold White and Yellow Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This bold wide band ring is crafted in 18K white gold and set with 0.68 carats of brilliant white diamonds and 0.47 carats of fancy yellow diamonds.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Carré-Cut Ruby Wide Band Ring
Located in BILBAO, ES
A bold and sculptural wide band ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, dating from 1991.
Ruby, Yellow Gold
9 carats Unique Artistic Designer Diamond ring Wide top ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique Diamond ring reminds me of theater or joker, such an interesting vibe from this ring and the surprising part that it is comfort fit and is super comfortable when on hand, made...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Multi-colour Gem Wide Band Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage colourful wide band ring crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1980.
Amethyst, Citrine, Emerald, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 1...
Pavé Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Wide Band Ring
Located in London, GB
This modern waved design 18 carat white gold mount is beautifully set with a row of 55 pavé set round brilliant cut diamonds totalling to approximately 0.60ct. The band weighs 10.67g...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.90ct Full-Cut Diamond Wide Band 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Wide Band 14K Yellow Gold Scattered Diamond Ring is a captivating piece crafted in 14K yellow gold, designed to showcase natural full-cut diamonds.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Emerald & Diamond Edwardian Style Wide Band Two Tone Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Make a bold statement with this stunning wide Edwardian Style Wide Band Ring. where vintage charm meets modern elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vitolo 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Granulata Wide Band Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning creation from the Granulata Collection, this exquisite 18K yellow gold wide band ring showcases timeless Italian-inspired artistry and exceptional craftsmanship.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co T1 Wide Diamond ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Addlestone, GB
TIFFANY AND CO A T1 WIDE DIAMOND RING in 18ct white gold set with 0.54ct of Diamonds, and expression of endless Love, a perfect gift for a loved one.
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Wide-Band Multi-Colored Stone Ring 8.25 #26760
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Wide-Band Multi-Colored Stone Ring Beautiful 14k yellow gold wide-band ring featuring an eye-catching arrangement of colorful gemstones.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,750Sale Price|34% Off
Wide Emerald Diamond Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold 2.4ctw
Located in Covington, LA
Details: Princess Cut Emeralds: 2.4 Carats across top and bottom rows Channel Set Diamonds: 1.00 Carats across middle row Set in 18K Yellow Gold Ring size 6.5 A bold geometric des...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Wide Band Ring with Engraved Monogram
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier 18k yellow gold band ring features a wide rounded profile with a decorative engraved monogram on the exterior.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Brilliant and Baguette Diamond Band Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond Count: 64 brilliant cut, 50-54 baguette diamonds Total Diamond Carat Weight: ~1.13 carats Ring Height: 9.7 mm tall Diamond Co...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Modern Wide Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Sapphire and diamond ring in 14Kt white gold made with natural sapphires and diamonds. GOLD: 14KT gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Clarity/Color: SI/G Carat:0.12ct Cut:Round Brilliant NATUR...
Cartier yellow gold full diamond set Love ring 4mm wide
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier diamond Love ring in 18ct yellow gold. The band diamond set throughout with 88 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.31ct punctuated by screw motifs, Cartie...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Wide Baguette & Round Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
By Pico Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Ring contains baguette and round brilliant diamonds going half way down, totaling 2.70cts. Diamonds are near colorless and SI1 in clarity. All stones are mounted in a handmade chann...
Diamond, White Gold
0.85ct Full-Cut Diamond Wide Band 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Wide Band 14K Yellow Gold Scattered Diamond Ring is a captivating piece crafted in 14K yellow gold, designed to showcase natural full-cut diamonds.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Diamond Sapphire Ring 14K Gold Wide Band Estate BH
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring is crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold. Hallmarked BH inside of the shank. 96 natural Earth mined blue Sapphires measure 1.8mm each = 3.84 carats. These gems are very c...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Wide Wedding Band Ring - Size 9
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Wide Wedding Band Ring - Size 9. This classic Victorian wedding band is crafted in 10k yellow gold.
Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 6.75 #23753
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K White Gold and Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 6.75 This striking band features four princess cut diamond at its center surrounded by intricate filigree scrollwork and 33 round bril...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Coomi 20K Yellow Gold Cabochon Citrine & Diamond Wide Sculptural Ring
By Coomi
Located in New York, NY
A signature Coomi creation, this bold and expressive sculptural ring is crafted in richly saturated 20 karat yellow gold, hand-hammered to achieve the brand’s iconic ancient-meets-mo...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vitolo 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Granulated Wide Band Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A textured gold surface and intricate granulation lend the wide band a rich, timeless character.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.75 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Extra Wide Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Uncommonly wide sapphire and diamond cluster ring. 18mm 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Natural 8.5 Carat Diamond Pave Freeform Wide Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K Yellow Gold Natural 8.5 Carat Diamond Pavé Freeform Wide Ring Style: Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 8...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K Gold 7mm Wide Numeric Ring 7
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K Gold 7mm Wide Numeric Ring 7 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 7 Band Width: 7mm Weight: 9.10 grams Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. © 1995 750 ITALY Condition: Excellent c...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Fancy-Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Wide Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous retro women's ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and set with a marquise diamond center stone weighing an estimated 0.18-0.20 carats, accented with 14 baguette-cut diam...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2.95 Carat Bezel Set Amethyst in Wide 18k Gold Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handsome, wide-band ring features an emerald-cut amethyst of beautiful deep purple color set in a contemporary 18 karat, 2-toned gold ring!
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold 7.8mm Wide Multi Interlocking Wire Weave Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 5.35 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger. We CANNOT custom size this ring.) Ring Width: 7.8mm (0.30") (north to south) Ring Height: 3.8mm...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gucci Icon 18K Yellow Gold GG Wide Ring 6mm Size 6.75
By Gucci
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This authentic Gucci Icon wide band ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold and features the signature GG monogram motif engraved throughout the band.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Yellow Diamond Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Features 18K white gold .26 carat total weight in yellow diamonds .69 carat total weight in white diamonds Ring size 6.75, can be sized
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Wide Band Ring 9 ct Yellow Gold Baguette and Pavé Statement Ring
Located in London, GB
This striking diamond ring is a bold expression of modern elegance, crafted in 9 ct gold with a sculptural two-tone design.
Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White & Blackened Gold Designer Champagne Diamond Sapphire Wide Band Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
18K white and blackened gold designer ring featuring brilliant round champagne diamonds and natural sapphires in a bold wide band design.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Gucci Icon 18K Rose Gold GG Wide Ring 6mm Size 7
By Gucci
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This authentic Gucci Icon wide band ring is crafted in 18K rose gold and features the signature GG monogram motif engraved throughout the band.
18k Gold, Rose 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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