{"id":18967,"date":"2023-09-06T15:00:08","date_gmt":"2023-09-06T19:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/?page_id=18967"},"modified":"2023-12-12T16:30:21","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T21:30:21","slug":"art-deco-engagement-rings-buying-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/art-deco-engagement-rings-buying-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Art Deco Engagement Rings Buying Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/cocktail-rings\/1920s-art-deco-diamond-sapphire-platinum-plaque-ring\/id-j_2510703\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/artdeco_engagement_ring_hero-2.webp\" alt=\"artdeco_engagement_ring_hero\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"629\" width=\"845\" title=\"artdeco_engagement_ring_hero\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h1>\n\t\tThe 1stDibs Art Deco Engagement Rings Buying Guide\n\t<\/h1>\n\t<p>The Art Deco movement made an indelible mark <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/introspective-magazine\/art-deco-anniversary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">on all fields of design<\/a> throughout the 1920s and &#8217;30s. It was marked by a period of social, political and technological revolution and the design aesthetic of the time was fittingly bold and beautiful. The modern spirit of the Roaring Twenties shaped <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/style\/art-deco\/\">Art Deco jewelry<\/a>, which is characterized by symmetrical forms, unconventional geometries and luxurious materials. Glamorous and dazzling, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/style\/art-deco\/\">Art Deco engagement rings<\/a> have had a resurgence in recent years.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tOrigins of the Art Deco Era\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>After the end of World War I and the rise of industrialization, there were shifts in culture, art and society across Europe and North America.<\/p>\n<p>The stuffy formalities of the previous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/style\/belle-epoque\/\">Belle \u00c9poque<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/style\/edwardian\/\">Edwardian<\/a> eras gave way to new social freedoms. Dating replaced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/style\/victorian\/\">Victorian<\/a>-era courtship rituals, and people married for love instead of simply fulfilling familial obligations. Jazz clubs, not churches, were venues for socializing. High heels, short skirts and Art Deco jewelry were emblematic of women&#8217;s new sense of self and individualism.<\/p>\n<p>Art Deco engagement rings are the oldest of what is considered to be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/vintage-engagement-rings\/\">vintage engagement rings<\/a> and will soon be considered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/antique-rings-engagement\/\">antiques<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/art-deco-120-ct-emerald-cut-diamond-solitaire-platinum-ring\/id-j_20154182\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/artdecobox.webp\" alt=\"Art Deco platinum and diamond engagement ring\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"768\" width=\"768\" title=\"artdecobox\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/art-deco-120-ct-emerald-cut-diamond-solitaire-platinum-ring\/id-j_20154182\/\">Art Deco platinum and diamond engagement ring<\/a>, offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/hawkantiques\/shop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hawkantiques<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tArt Deco Engagement Ring Styles\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>The allure of these designs lies in their distinctive style. Art Deco engagement rings combine the timeless elegance of a rectangular or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/stone-cut\/square-cut\/\">square-cut<\/a> diamond with an emphasis on streamlined shapes and symmetrical patterns surrounding the center stone. Colorful gemstones often encircle the stone, creating a striking contrast to the era&#8217;s so-called &#8220;white settings&#8221; in platinum and white gold.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/vintage-art-deco-605-carat-old-european-cut-diamond-ruby-platinum-ring\/id-j_10468382\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/geometric-2.webp\" alt=\"geometric\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"576\" width=\"703\" title=\"geometric\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/vintage-art-deco-605-carat-old-european-cut-diamond-ruby-platinum-ring\/id-j_10468382\/\">Art Deco diamond and ruby engagement ring<\/a>, offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/dover-jewelry\/\">Dover Jewelry<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\tGeometric Shapes and Symmetry\n\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>A fascination with geometric forms in visual culture informs the Art Deco style.<\/p>\n<p>Jewelry of the Art Deco period is sculptural, inspired by revolutionary art movements like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/art\/style\/cubist\/\">Cubism<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/art\/style\/futurist\/\">Futurism<\/a> and the Machine Aesthetic, sometimes called Precisionism. Sleek lines, precise angles and simple shapes in symmetrical patterns make for a noticeable departure from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/oval-diamond-engagement-rings\/\">oval<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/round-diamond-engagement-rings\/\">round<\/a> diamonds favored in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/\">engagement rings<\/a> of the previous eras.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/french-art-deco-certified-no-heat-burmese-sapphire-diamonds-platinum-ring\/id-j_13971082\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/sapphire.webp\" alt=\"Art Deco sapphire and diamond engagement ring\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"576\" width=\"703\" title=\"sapphire\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/french-art-deco-certified-no-heat-burmese-sapphire-diamonds-platinum-ring\/id-j_13971082\/\">Art Deco sapphire and diamond engagement ring<\/a>, offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/baume\/\">Baume<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\tColorful Gemstones\n\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone\/diamond\/\">diamond<\/a> is often thought of as the solitary centerpiece of an Art Deco engagement ring, but, while the era <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/vintage-antique-engagement-ring\/\">represented a continuation<\/a> of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/style\/edwardian\/\">Edwardian period<\/a>&#8216;s white-on-white look (with platinum or white gold joined by diamonds), these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/april-birthstone-diamond\/\">ultra-cherished gemstones<\/a> were also used to pave areas around the shank and central diamond.<\/p>\n<p>Arranged in symmetrical patterns around the center stone, accent gems such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone\/sapphire\/\">sapphires<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone\/emerald\/\">emeralds<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone\/ruby\/\">rubies<\/a> brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. The superior quality of the lavish rings of this period makes them beloved heirlooms that can be passed down from generation to generation, to have and to hold for all time.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/edwardian-platinum-234ct-old-european-cut-diamond-sapphire-engagement-ring\/id-j_19179272\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/onyx.webp\" alt=\"Notice the way the buffed onyx accentuates the bezel-set old European-cut diamond in the center of this 1920s-era Art Deco engagement ring. Offered by Estate Diamond Jewelry.\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"576\" width=\"703\" title=\"onyx\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>Notice the way the buffed onyx accentuates the bezel-set old European-cut diamond in the center of this 1920s-era <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/antique-150-carat-old-euro-cut-diamond-ring-vs1-clarity-onyx-halo-platinum\/id-j_19169062\/\">Art Deco engagement ring<\/a>. Offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/estate-diamond-jewelry\/\">Estate Diamond Jewelry<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\tBold Designs with Black Onyx\n\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>Art Deco jewelers regularly used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/stone\/onyx\/\">onyx<\/a> or black enamel to complement diamonds in unique engagement ring designs, as seen in this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/stone-cut\/old-european\/\">European-cut<\/a> diamond engagement ring made in 1925.<\/p>\n<p>Because of its luster and stark appearance, black onyx is the focus of many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/art-deco-onyx-ring\/\">Art Deco rings<\/a>. While onyx <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/memento-mori\/\">was often incorporated<\/a> in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/mourning-jewelry\/\">mourning jewelry<\/a> of the Victorian period, designers also used the material in jewelry for all occasions due to its bold look and sleek surface.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/three-stone-rings\/antique-1920s-126-carat-yellow-gold-platinum-set-cocktail-ring\/id-j_7783472\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/filigree-1.webp\" alt=\"filigree\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"576\" width=\"703\" title=\"filigree\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/three-stone-rings\/antique-1920s-126-carat-yellow-gold-platinum-set-cocktail-ring\/id-j_7783472\/\">1920s diamond engagement ring<\/a> features an old European-cut stone surrounded by pav\u00e9 diamonds and delicate filigree. Offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/ac-silver\/\">AC Silver<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\tArt Deco Milgrain and Filigree \n\t<\/h3>\n\t<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/art-deco-milgrain-ring\/\">Milgrain<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/art-deco-filigree-ring\/\">filigree work<\/a> on Art Deco engagement rings added a decorative touch to the angular, symmetrical metalwork that so frequently characterized the jewelry of the period. <\/p>\n<p>Derived from the French word for &#8220;a thousand grains,&#8221; milgrain refers to a design technique that is used to add a layer of delicate pebble-like detailing along the edges of ring settings. Milgrain brings refinement and elegance to Art Deco engagement rings. It requires close scrutiny to observe all of this meticulous workmanship. Tiny beads run along the gemstones and down the shank of the ring, adding ornamental texture that enhances the design and helps draw the eye to the ring&#8217;s key features. <\/p>\n<p>An ancient technique that existed long before it was popularized during the Edwardian era, filigree was commonly used during the Art Deco era <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/introspective-magazine\/american-art-deco-at-wichita-museum\/\">owing to the period&#8217;s advances<\/a> in materials and technology. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/brooches\/style\/art-deco\/\">Brooches<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/cocktail-rings\/style\/art-deco\/\">cocktail rings<\/a> and engagement rings demonstrate how the hand-soldering of filigree was replaced by die-cast machinery.  <\/p>\n<p>Art Deco engagement rings featuring filigree are marked by extraordinary attention to detail. Platinum was the metal of choice for these lacy designs. Filigree adds a graceful lightness to a ring and complements geometric gemstones. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/french-1930s-art-deco-18-karat-white-gold-384-carat-diamond-ring\/id-j_9978872\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/setting.webp\" alt=\"A French Art Deco diamond engagement ring\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"576\" width=\"703\" title=\"setting\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/french-1930s-art-deco-18-karat-white-gold-384-carat-diamond-ring\/id-j_9978872\/\">French Art Deco diamond engagement ring<\/a>, offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/baume\/\">Baume<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\tCommon Art Deco Ring Settings\n\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>An Art Deco engagement ring is a symbol of love with a powerful presence. During this period, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/engagement-ring-settings-guide\/\">engagement ring settings<\/a>, which hold the gemstones in place, ranged from traditional prongs to modern bezels. Jewelers perfected dramatic gemstone settings that complemented and elevated the era&#8217;s geometric designs. <\/p>\n<strong>Four-prong setting<\/strong><br \/>\nThis setting draws the eye to the center gemstone. Its minimalist approach showcases the size, color and brilliance of the stone by maximizing light exposure from every angle.\n<strong>Bezel setting<\/strong><br \/>\nA sleek, modern design in which the center stone is framed by a metal border, this setting enhances the stone&#8217;s beauty and provides additional protection.\n<strong>Pav\u00e9 setting<\/strong><br \/>\nGemstones that are closely set together create a setting that looks like it&#8217;s paved with a glimmering surface. \n<strong>Halo setting<\/strong><br \/>\nIn this setting, a circle of smaller gemstones, often diamonds, surrounds a larger center stone with a sparkly halo. It adds an extra element of glittering detail to complement the brilliance of the center stone.\n<h2>\n\t\tArt Deco Diamond Cuts\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>In Art Deco jewelry, diamonds often take center stage. Combined with bold geometries, their radiance captures the flamboyant spirit of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/introspective-magazine\/the-jazz-age-at-cooper-hewitt\/\">the Roaring Twenties<\/a>. The new diamond-cutting technologies of the time produced sleek, precise lines and angles.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to their brilliance and masterful craftsmanship, it&#8217;s no surprise that Art Deco diamond rings are enjoying a renaissance. Popular cuts include:<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/step-cut-engagement\/\">Step cut<\/a>:<\/strong> This family of cuts features rectangular facets. They look like steps climbing up the sides of the crown of the diamond. Popular Art Deco step cuts include the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/stone-cut\/emerald\/\">emerald cut<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/stone-cut\/baguette\/\">baguette cut<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/stone-cut\/asscher\/\">Asscher cut<\/a>:<\/strong> This is another step cut that was popularized during the Art Deco era. It is square, unlike the rectangular emerald and baguette cuts.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/buy\/carre-cut-ring\/\">Carr\u00e9 cut<\/a>:<\/strong> A square cut with step facets, the carr\u00e9 checks all the boxes of classic Art Deco engagement ring design: geometric lines, sharp angles and rich lustre.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/art-deco-asscher-cut-sapphire-diamond-ring-circa-1920s\/id-j_2586923\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/cuts.webp\" alt=\"A 1920s Art Deco engagement ring featuring an Asscher cut sapphire at its center, wrapped in a border of old European-cut diamonds. Offered by Farringdons. \" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"768\" width=\"768\" title=\"cuts\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>A 1920s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/art-deco-asscher-cut-sapphire-diamond-ring-circa-1920s\/id-j_2586923\/\">Art Deco engagement ring<\/a> featuring an Asscher cut sapphire at its center, wrapped in a border of old European-cut diamonds. Offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/farringdons-jewellery-ltd\/\">Farringdons<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tThe 4Cs\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Regardless of the exact date your Art Deco engagement ring was created, there is an official grading system used to indicate the value of the diamond.<\/p>\n<p>Diamonds are always graded according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/4-cs-grading-diamonds\/\">the universal 4Cs grading system<\/a> that was established by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gia.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gemological Institute of America<\/a> (GIA). The 4Cs &#8211; color, clarity, cut and carat weight &#8211; allow buyers around the world to know the precise quality of the diamond they are purchasing.<\/p>\n<strong>Color<\/strong><br \/>\nThe color of a diamond is graded on a scale ranging from D, which means it&#8217;s completely colorless, to Z, which means it has a yellow or brown tinge.\n<strong>Clarity<\/strong><br \/>\nA gemstone is examined under a microscope to check for inclusions and flaws that are often too small to see with the naked eye. The more transparent and pure a diamond, the higher its value. Clarity grades range from &#8220;included&#8221; (I) and &#8220;slightly included&#8221; (SI) diamonds to &#8220;very, very slightly included&#8221; (VVS) and &#8220;internally flawless&#8221; (IF).\n<strong>Cut<\/strong><br \/>\nLooking for maximum sparkle? The cut grade evaluates how well a diamond&#8217;s facets reflect the light on any cut, from &#8220;excellent,&#8221; the highest grade, to &#8220;poor,&#8221; the lowest.\n<strong>Carat<\/strong><br \/>\nThe weight of a diamond is measured in carats. One carat equals 200 milligrams (one-fifth of a gram). Most diamonds range from 0.25 to 0.5 carats. Carat differs from size; two diamonds may weigh the same, but the shape, cut and quality can differ, making one appear larger than the other.\n<p>Personal taste, style and budget all come into consideration when you shop for an Art Deco engagement ring.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/cartier-emerald-cut-diamond-ring-french-circa-1935\/id-j_14805172\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/4cs.webp\" alt=\"Cartier Art Deco diamond engagement ring\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"768\" width=\"768\" title=\"4cs\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/cartier-emerald-cut-diamond-ring-french-circa-1935\/id-j_14805172\/\">Cartier Art Deco diamond engagement ring<\/a>, offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/berganza\/\">Berganza<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tArt Deco Influence and Influencers\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>In the early 20th century, archaeological finds in Egypt and Central America &#8211; the excavation of King Tut&#8217;s tomb, the investigation of ancient Mayan sites &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/art-deco-jewelry\/\">heavily influenced and inspired<\/a> Art Deco jewelers, artists and designers with incredible architectural forms and eclectic motifs. Industrialization, new capabilities and modern technology also inspired the era&#8217;s gemstone cuts, settings and overall ring designs.<\/p>\n<p>Icons of the era, like Greta Garbo and Marlene Dietrich, wore stunning Art Deco engagement rings with large, emerald-cut diamonds surrounded by geometric designs made with smaller diamonds. These gorgeous rings, and the women who wore them, captivated couples seeking to emulate Hollywood glamour.<\/p>\n<p>Renowned jewelry houses created Art Deco engagement rings that had a lasting influence and endure in popularity today. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/creators\/cartier\/jewelry\/\">Cartier<\/a> emerged as a true pioneer of Art Deco jewelry with a vision that embraced modernity. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/creators\/cartier\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/\">Cartier engagement rings<\/a> stood for luxury and elegance during the Art Deco era and continue to epitomize that today.<\/p>\n<p>Cartier introduced platinum in luxury jewelry during the 1800s and the precious metal later became closely associated with the Art Deco era. Platinum&#8217;s superior strength allowed Cartier&#8217;s expert artisans to create tantalizing designs and complex settings <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/cartier-art-deco-jewelry\/\">that defined the Art Deco trend<\/a> with crisp configurations of diamonds and colored gemstones. In short, it set the standard for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/cartier-facts\/\">sophistication and creativity<\/a> in fine jewelry.<\/p>\n<p>Art Deco engagement rings by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/creators\/van-cleef-and-arpels\/jewelry\/\">Van Cleef &amp; Arpels<\/a> feature intricate filigree work and gemstones in high-contrast color combinations and mesmerizing patterns. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/blogs\/the-study\/van-cleef-arpels-alhambra\/\">iconic luxury house<\/a>&#8216;s visionary creations captured the essence of the Art Deco era in geometric pieces that display a balance of elegance and modernity. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/creators\/van-cleef-and-arpels\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/\">Van Cleef &amp; Arpels engagement rings<\/a> from this period are highly sought-after today by collectors and couples alike.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/creators\/boucheron\/jewelry\/\">Boucheron<\/a> also brought innovative jewelry designs to the Art Deco era. Its creations featured a daring sense of modernity expressed in vibrant gemstones, diamonds and hard-edged lines. These elements seamlessly blended with the timeless luxury of Boucheron&#8217;s captivating metalwork and engravings. The house&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/creators\/boucheron\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/\">engagement rings<\/a> capture the spirit of the Art Deco period, then and now.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/1930s-art-deco-3-carat-emerald-diamonds-18-karat-rose-gold-ring\/id-j_13823372\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/influence.webp\" alt=\"The pair of arrowheads balanced on scrolls on this 1930s Art Deco engagement ring is a testament to the archaeological influence on early 20th-century jewelry. Offered by Baume.\n\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"768\" width=\"768\" title=\"influence\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>The pair of arrowheads balanced on scrolls on this 1930s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/1930s-art-deco-3-carat-emerald-diamonds-18-karat-rose-gold-ring\/id-j_13823372\/\">Art Deco engagement ring<\/a> is a testament to the archaeological influence on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/period\/early-20th-century\/\">early 20th-century jewelry<\/a>. Offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/baume\/\">Baume<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/art-deco-certified-colombian-emerald-diamond-onyx-rare-ring\/id-j_20081772\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/artdeco_engagement_ring_footer.webp\" alt=\"Art Deco Columbian emerald, diamond, and onyx engagement ring, offered by hakwantiques.\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"629\" width=\"845\" title=\"artdeco_engagement_ring_footer\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t<p>An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/jewelry\/rings\/engagement-rings\/art-deco-certified-colombian-emerald-diamond-onyx-rare-ring\/id-j_20081772\/\">Art Deco Columbian emerald, diamond, and onyx engagement ring<\/a>, offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/dealers\/hawkantiques\/\">hakwantiques<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tArt Deco&#8217;s Timeless Beauty\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Ready to search for a ring that captures your imagination and speaks to your heart? 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Whether you are entranced by the exuberant colors in a mixed-gemstone setting, clean geometric lines or the refined milgrain and filigree designs, a compelling array of Art Deco engagement rings awaits you on 1stDibs.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tRead More Engagement Rings Guides\n\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/antique-engagement-rings-buying-guide\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/antique_engagement_ring_hero-2.webp\" alt=\"Antique Engagement Ring on black background\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"629\" width=\"845\" title=\"antique_engagement_ring_hero\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/antique-engagement-rings-buying-guide\/\" title=\"Antique Engagement Rings\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\tAntique Engagement Rings\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/vintage-engagement-rings-buying-guide\/\" target=\"_self\" itemprop=\"url\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/vintage_engagement_ring_hero-1.webp\" alt=\"vintage_engagement_ring_hero\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"629\" width=\"845\" title=\"vintage_engagement_ring_hero\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.1stdibs.com\/info\/vintage-engagement-rings-buying-guide\/\" title=\"Vintage Engagement Rings\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\tVintage Engagement Rings\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 1stDibs Art Deco Engagement Rings Buying Guide The Art Deco movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and &#8217;30s. 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