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Rings For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Jo Hayes Ward
Cartier Ruby Diamond Bombe Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Leave it to Cartier to create the perfect bombe style ring.
A ruby and diamond ring by CARTIER Of bombé design, one side pavé-set with diamonds, the other pavé-set with rubies, with...
Category
1980s French Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Cartier "Trinity" ring in 18 karat gold, white gold, and rose gold.
By Cartier
Located in bronshoj, DK
Cartier "Trinity" ring in 18 karat gold, white gold, and rose gold.
Approximately from the 1970s.
In good condition with signs of age and wear.
Hallmarked.
Size 52 (US size 6).
Category
1970s French Vintage Rings
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Love Collection Wedding Band Ring Set in Polished 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 56 (EU) and 7.75 (US)
This gorgeous Cartier Love ring in 18 karat rose gold is an iconic and timeless piece that epitomizes both elegance and romance. Crafted by the reno...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier, 18K Gold Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier ring showcases luxury and elegance with its unique design and exquisite craftsmanship. The fine 18K gold is complemented by approximately 1.2ct of diamonds, their sparkl...
Category
1960s Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Enamel Peridot Onyx Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Large 18k yellow gold Panthere de Cartier ring, with peridot eyes, onyx nose and black enamel.
Ring size 11 (EU66), top is 1.5" x 1.25".
Marked: Cartier, 66, 750, DCJ586.
Weight -...
Category
20th Century French Rings
Materials
Peridot, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Trinity 3 Band Rolling Platinum Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Elevate your everyday style with this sophisticated ring from the iconic Trinity de Cartier Collection, expertly crafted from luxurious polished platinum.
The wonderful ring is comp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Rings
Materials
Platinum
Cartier Love Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Love Ring in 18-karat yellow gold is a timeless emblem of commitment and elegance. Adorned with the iconic screw motif, it symbolizes enduring love. This ring is perfectl...
Category
Early 20th Century Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Lapis Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k gold lapis and diamond ring by Cartier circa 1970. The lapis and the diamonds oppose each other on the finger. One side is set with 30 modern round brilliant diamonds wei...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Boudoir High Jewelry Platinum Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent Cartier diamond ring showcasing a free form motif set with the finest round brilliant cut diamonds in platinum. Appx 4.56ct.
The ring measures a size 6
Category
Early 2000s Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier White Gold and Ceramic Trinity de Cartier Ring Size 63 B4234100
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold and ceramic ring from the Trinity de Cartier collection. The ring is made up of three intertwined bands, two in white gold and the other is ceramic, each measuring ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Love Collection Wedding Band Ring Set in Polished 18 Karat White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 9.25 (US), 60 (EU)
The Cartier Love ring in 18 karat white gold embodies elegance and sophistication. With its iconic screw motif design, it symbolizes eternal love and c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Double Panthere Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The beauty of wild cats is captured in this striking pre-owned Cartier design. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, this ring is detailed with black enamel and boasts a double panther motif....
Category
20th Century French Modern Rings
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Geometric Lapis Lazuli Ring, Size 4.5 - 10.8g
By Cartier
Located in Providence, RI
This is a rare vintage Cartier 18k gold ring with a geometric design. The ring features two rectangular squares with lapis lazuli as the main stones. The bezel setting style is used ...
Category
1960s European Art Deco Vintage Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Ring, Yellow Gold Size 54
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Cartier Piece
Category
2010s Rings
Cartier Diadea Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement/Cocktail/Ring
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
The Cartier diamond ring from the Collection Diadea showcases diamonds of the finest quality in an opulent 18-karat white gold setting. The round brilliant-cut diamonds dazzle with e...
Category
20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$14,992 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Pave Diamond 18ct White Gold Small Love Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Pave Diamond 18ct White Gold Small Love Wedding Band Ring
Product Details
Xupes Ref: COMJ840
Brand: Cartier
Model: Pave Medium Love Ring
Type: Ring
Serial Number: M*****
Age...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Diamond And Onyx Menotte Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier Menotte Ring is crafted in luxurious 18K white gold with a high-polish finish, showcasing Cartier's timeless elegance and craftsmanship. The ring features a st...
Category
20th Century French Modern Rings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
$13,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Gold Diamond Juste Un Clou Ring Size 50 B4211900
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold double diamond ring by Cartier from the Juste Un Clou collection. The ring is in the style of a nail wrapping around the finger, set with round brilliant cut diamo...
Category
2010s Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Cartier Love Ring, 3 Diamonds in 18k Rose Gold Size 50
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Cartier
Collection: LOVE
Style: Band Ring
Metal: Rose Gold
Metal Purity: 18k
Ring Size: 50 (euro) ; 5.25 (US)
Stones: 3 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Hallmarks: Cartier, Ser...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 0.85ct Diamond ‘1895’ Solitaire Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
From Cartier’s iconic 1895 collection, comes this stunning solitaire. The timeless design features a stunning a single 0.85 carat round brilliant diamond of exceptional quality. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 18k White Gold Wide Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Cartier wide LOVE band ring in polished 18K white gold. Signed '© Cartier 49' serial number and 'AU750' with Cartier French gold mark. 11mm wide...
Category
2010s French Modern Rings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
$2,560 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Mahango Walking Panthere Panther Diamond White & Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow & White Gold Cartier Mahango Walking Panthere Band Ring by Cartier.
Part of Cartier's "Panthere" Collection.
With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, E color total...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Collection Wedding Band Ring Set in Polished 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.5 (US), 53 (EU)
This gorgeous Cartier Love ring in 18 karat rose gold is an iconic and timeless piece that epitomizes both elegance and romance. Crafted by the renowned...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Caresse D'orchidées Orchid Flower Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Ring Orchidée Diamond and White Gold 18K.
Signed Cartier, numbered and marked.
With original box.
Dimensions Orchidée: approx. 2.30 centimeters x 2.30 centimeters.
Ring Si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
CARTIER Estate 18k Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous Estate ring from the iconic Cartier LOVE collection! Made of vibrant 18kt yellow gold, the ring is referred to as the LOVE wedding band and features a smooth gold band whi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity De Cartier Diamond, White Gold and Ceramic Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
18k white gold, ceramic and diamond Cartier Trinity de Cartier ring featuring 100 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately .45cts. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Love Wedding Band Ring Diamond 18K Yellow Gold B4056100 US 4 1/2
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 23480918
■ Brand: Cartier
■ Product Name: Love Ring, with 1 Diamond
■ Product Number/Model: B4056100
■ Material: 1P Diamond (0.02ct), 750 K18 YG Yellow Gold
■ Weight: ...
Category
2010s French Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Caresse D'orchidées Orchid Flower Diamond White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Caresse D'orchidées Orchid Flower Diamond Ring by Cartier.
With 49 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. .54ct
This ring comes with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold LOVE Wedding Band Ring 63 US 10.25
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Wedding Band Ring
Material 18K yellow Gold
Collection Love
Ring Size 10.25 (US) 63 (EU)
Ring Width 6mm
Ring Thickness 2mm
Weight 9gr
Condition Mint
Comes with Box, no Papers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Fashion Ring in 18k White Gold 3.5 CTW
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Vintage Fashion Ring in 18k White Gold 3.5 CTW
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 142078
Listing Title: Cartier Vintage Fashion Ring in 18k White Gold ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
White Gold
Vintage Cartier Diamond Ring 18k Tri Gold Signed Fine Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier diamond ring crafted in 18 karat yellow, rose & white gold (circa 1980s to 1990s).
17 round brilliant cut diamonds tot...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Cartier Yellow Square Emerald Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring in PLAT/18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Golden Glow: Embrace the brilliance of this Cartier 3 stone diamond ring featuring a Fancy Intense Yellow square emerald cut diamond at its heart.
Made in platinum and 18k yellow go...
Category
2010s Unknown Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Wedding Band Ring 18k White Gold Links & Chains
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand: Cartier
Style: Links & Chains
Year Purchased: 2005
Ring Size: 48 / 4 U.S
Metal: 18K White Gold
Metal Purity: 750
Hallmark: "48 CARTIER 02510B 750"
Carat Total Weight: 0.75...
Category
2010s French Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
CARTIER Platinum Ring. Cartier Wedding Band 1895 2.5mm Band. Certificate
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Cartier Platinum 2.5mm Band.
Genuine Cartier 1895 Wedding Band ring.
Condition: Great. Comes with Original Cartier Certificate
Details:
3.1grams total
Size 6.5
Category
20th Century Modern Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier - Eternity Band in 18-Carat White Gold and Diamonds, 0.6 Carat E/VVS
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Stunning eternity band from the house of Cartier, crafted in 18-carat white gold (750 thousandths), set with brilliant-cut diamonds all around the ring, totaling approximately 0.60 c...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Étincelle de Cartier Eternity Diamond Wedding Band 0.22 ct. 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Étincelle de Cartier eternity diamond wedding band, 18K white gold, set with 49 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.22 carats. 1.52 mm wide. This ring i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier 18K White & Rose & Yellow Gold Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Cartier 18K Gold Trinity Ring
Marked:
750
Cartier
Approximate Dimensions:
10 (Ring Size)
0.8 cm (Width)
14 grams in weight.
Category
20th Century Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Galanterie collection Diamond White Gold 18K Ring
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Galanterie collection.
Diamond White Gold 18K Ring.
Central diamond round cut, 0.57 carat, H color, Vs1 clarity, Ex, Ex, Ex, Faint fluorescence.
Signed Cartier, numbered.
C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Destinée 2.56 Carat Diamond Memory Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, DE
Cartier Destinée wedding band
- Material: Platinum
- Gemstones: 18 brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of 2.56 carats
- Widt...
Category
2010s European Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier d'Amour Platinum Wedding Band
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Cartier, this wedding band is from the d’Amour collection. This ring is contoured to fit around an engagement ring.
• Designer: Cartier
• Metal: Platinum
• Circa: 2015
• Size: 4...
Category
2010s Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier, 18K Gold Diamond Panther Ring, Certificate
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier diamond panther ring showcases the brand’s iconic panther motif, exuding both elegance and power. Crafted in 18K gold and set with approximately 3.5ct of diamonds, the p...
Category
Late 20th Century Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Skeleton Ring 18K Yellow Gold Size 50 US 5.25
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This fiercely fashionable design from the Panthre de Cartier collection is made of 18K yellow gold and boasts an almost skeleton look. Panthere de Cartier ring, 18K yellow gold, tsav...
Category
2010s Modern Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthère Double Leopard Head Yellow Gold Ring Size 52
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301057
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2014
Model B421452
Serial Number AE****
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Onyx, Tsavorite, Green Garnet
Weight Approximately 14 g
Ring Size 52
C...
Category
2010s French Rings
Materials
Garnet, Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier "Double C" Diamond &18K White Gold Black Open Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Double C Diamond 18K Titanium/White Gold
Crafted in solid 18K white gold, is enclosed within a frame of 80 round cut Diamond E-F color, VVS clarity, prong set.
10.0 mm width...
Category
Early 2000s French Art Deco Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
$4,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Love Ring Rose Gold Size 56
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Size 56
-Includes 1 diamond
-Comes with Box & Papers
Category
2010s Rings
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Band Ring
Style: Band
Ref. number: CRB4221053
Metal: 18kt White Gold
Size: Cartier Size 53 - US 6.25
Measurements: 2.5 MM
TCW: 12 Round Brillia...
Category
Early 2000s Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold EU 53 Panthere Head Solid Design Spotted Lacquer Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Head Solid Design Spotted Lacquer Ring.
This is a must-have Cartier ring for every "Cartier addict". The beautiful solid gold Cartier Panthere head...
Category
20th Century French Modern Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$25,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Love Ring White Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2020 Cartier "Love" collection Band Ring, 18k White Gold, 3 M.M. wide, Finger size 9, European size 60. Excellent, near unworn condition and comes in the original presentation ...
Category
2010s French Rings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Panthère De Cartier Emeralds Onyx 1.15ct Diamonds Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
The panther, the symbolic animal of Cartier, made its first appearance in the Maison's collections in 1914. Louis Cartier was the first to tame the mythic animal, and his colleague J...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k Panther Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in San Antonio, TX
Cartier Panther Ring set in 18k White Gold with Diamonds weighing approx. 1.00ct, Pear shaped Emerald and Black Lacquer. Circa 1990.
Category
1990s French Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Trinity Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Trinity Diamond 1.69ctw Ring 18K Yellow Gold Certificate Included
Category
1980s Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Ruby and Diamond “Three Band” Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This glamorous ruby and diamond "Three Band" ring has unmistakable Cartier style and craftsmanship. Set among sparkling pavé-set diamonds, the triplet of cabochon rubies of superb co...
Category
1990s French Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
CARTIER 5.45 Carat Pear-Shaped Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This Breathtaking Classic Cartier diamond ring is centered With a stunning pear-shaped natural diamond weighing 4.07cts, E color, VS1, set in a beautiful platinum setting.
This is a...
Category
20th Century Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
$165,000 Sale Price
28% Off
Cartier 3 Diamond 18ct White Gold Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 3 Diamond 18ct White Gold Love Band Ring
Product Details
Xupes Ref: J679
Brand: Cartier
Model: 3 Diamond Love Band Ring
Type: Ring
Serial Number: A*****
RRP: £4,200
Accompan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier 1920's Art Deco 5.15 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring EGL Certificat
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Circa/Year:1920
Material: Platinum
Metal Purity: 950
Stone: Diamonds
Carat Weight: 5.15 ct
Diamond Color: K-L
Diamond Clarity:VS2
Side Stone Carat: 0.20 ct
Includes: C...
Category
1950s Art Deco Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Trinity GIA Certified 1.23 Carat E/VVS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Crafted with the utmost precision, the Cartier Trinity Round Diamond Engagement ring exudes elegance and sophistication.
This ring features a high-quality 1.23 carat round brillian...
Category
Early 2000s Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Estate Cartier 18KT Yellow Gold and Round Cut Diamond Puffy Heart Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Estate Cartier 18KT Yellow Gold and Round Cut Diamond Puffy Heart Ring, an exquisite piece of luxury jewelry. This elegant ring features a puffy he...
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Emerald and Onyx Panther Trinity Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cartier panther trinity ring in 18k yellow, rose and white gold.
This Cartier ring features an 18k yellow gold panther with emerald eyes and an onyx nose. The panther is se...
Category
Late 20th Century French Rings
Materials
Onyx, Emerald, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 18ct White Gold Lanieres Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold Lanieres Band Ring
Product Details
Xupes Ref: J1041
Brand: Cartier
Model: Lanieres Band Ring
Type: Ring
Serial Number: G*****
Material(s): 18ct White Gold
UK...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Rings
Materials
White Gold
Cartier, 3.00 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This absolutely stunning three stone diamond ring by Cartier features a 3.00 carat emerald cut diamond with F color and VS1 clarity, flanked by two trillion cut diamonds weighing app...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique and Vintage Rings, Cocktail Rings and Art Deco Rings for Sale 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.