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Rings For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Roman Malakov
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 Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Wide Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Cartier ring features a wide band design crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with round brilliant E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds in white gold accents. Made in France circa 19...
Category
1980s Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Trinity de Cartier Eternity Ring Size 50
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An iconic 18k yellow gold diamond set Cartier ring from the Trinity de Cartier collection. The ring is composed of three entwined round brilliant cut diamond set bands each 3mm in wi...
Category
2010s Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow 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
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, France Estate Gold and Two-Row Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An estate gold, platinum, and diamond band ring designed as two rows of brilliant-cut diamonds n shared platinum settings with raised gold borders, in 18k. Atw diamonds 1.12 cts. C...
Category
1990s French Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
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 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 C De Cartier 3mm Wedding Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct rose gold diamond wedding band ring from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This particular piece forms part of their 'C De Cartier' collectio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Rose 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 Nigeria Ring with Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond, 18k with Paper
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Nigeria Ring with Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond made in 18 karat yellow gold. The total weight of the ring is 10.30 grams. Signed,...
Category
20th Century Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
Cartier Panthere Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Paris Panther Blue Sapphire Ring containing a Beautiful 4.32 cts Oval Blue Sapphire
Origin: Sri Lanka
No Heat sapphire
GIA certificate 7192627947 No Heat
Size 8
Hallmarked...
Category
Early 2000s French Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Vendome Louis Cartier Wedding Ring Size J (50)
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct gold band ring from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier featuring a single row of round brilliant-cut diamonds. The design showcases a sleek cha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Nouvelle Vague Crossover Band Ring White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Cartier size : 56
The Cartier Nouvelle Vague Crossover Band Ring is a stunning expression of modern artistry and timeless elegance. Crafted from luxurious **18kt white gold**, this ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Rings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier French Tanjore Diamond Ruby Emerald 18K Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Cartier Paris from 1990s collection, Tanjore. Crafted from 18K yellow gold, this luxurious piece showcases approximately 64 brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling an estimated 1.7...
Category
1990s French Modern Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier Triple Gold Kinetic Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Cartier size : 53
Band width : 0.9cm
Experience the perfect blend of luxury, innovation, and timeless elegance with the Cartier Triple Gold Kinetic Band Ring. This exquisite piece ...
Category
20th Century French Modern Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Ring, Yellow Gold Size 54
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Cartier Piece
Category
2010s Rings
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 French 1895 collection 1.77 Carat Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This timeless classic Cartier Engagement ring is crafted in Platinum.
This Cartier diamond solitaire ring is from the 1895 collection. centered by a 1.12-carat round brilliant diam...
Category
1990s French Modern Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Contemporary 18 Karat White Gold High Love Unisex Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a wide band with grooved screw-head motif
Bisected by grooved line fully around
With high polish finish
Stamped for 18 karat gold
Numbered and fully signed for Cartier
Ci...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Vintage Cartier D-Colour Emerald Cut Cluster Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful certified vintage Cartier emerald cut cluster ring set in platinum.
The piece is predominately set with a sparkly certified D-col...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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 ‘1895’ 0.27ct Diamond Wedding Band
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
From Cartier’s ‘1895’ collection is this lovely platinum half eternity band. The diamonds have been grain set and total to 0.27 carat. They are all F in c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier diamond bombe ring, French, circa 1998
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier diamond bombe ring. Centered with a drop shape brilliant cut diamond in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 0.50...
Category
1990s French Retro Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Diamond Trinity Gold 18K Ring
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Gold Trinity ring set with brilliant cut diamonds.
Trinity by Cartier.
A true "Classic" of this most renewed Jewelry Firm.
The ring size is 49 / approximately 5 US.
Original Cartier...
Category
1990s French Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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 Square Princess Cut 0.25ct Diamond 18k White Gold Solitaire Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Natural Square Princess Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Solitaire Band Ring.
Stunning white gold ring set with a fine 0.25ct natural square princess cut diamond. Approx. ...
Category
1990s French Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold and Black Ceramic
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier Trinity ring set in 18 karat white gold and black ceramic
This timeless ring comprises of three seamlessly interlinked 3.2 millimetre bands that are designed to roll with ...
Category
2010s British Modern Rings
Materials
Gold, 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 d'Amour Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Cartier, this engagement ring is from the d'Amour collection. The center diamond is a beautiful .70ct F-VS1 3x
• Designer: Cartier
• Metal: Platinum
• Circa: 2014
• Size: 49, ...
Category
2010s Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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 "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 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
Cartier Tank 18K White Gold Amethyst Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
All eyes will be on this bold Cartier Tank 18K White Gold Amethyst Ring! The wide band is made with sleek 18K white gold, and bezel-set with a stunning...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
Amethyst, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco 3.41 Carat GIA No Heat Burma Ruby Ring Mounted by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A ravishing natural ruby and diamond Cartier Art Deco engagement ring. An impressive 3.41 carat gem of a deeply saturated red bursting with luster along with a GIA pedigree stating n...
Category
1950s Art Deco Vintage Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Roman Malakov 5.85 Carats Pear Shape Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Fashion Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful cocktail ring, showcasing a 5.85 carats pear shape emerald certified by GIA as natural and of Zambian origin. Flanked by pear shape diamonds weighing 1.13 carats total. F...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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 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
Cartier Love Collection 18 Karat White Gold Narrow Band Ring with Box, Size 52
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 52 (U.S 6)
Iconic 'Love' band ring from Cartier is the perfect everyday piece. Cartier is a French high-end luxury goods company that designs, manufactures, distributes, and sells jewelry, leather goods, and watches. It was founded by Louis-François Cartier in Paris in 1847, and is still universally recognizable to this very day.
This classic Cartier Love Collection ring...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18ct White Gold Love Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold Love Band Ring
Product Details
Xupes Ref: J1421
Brand: Cartier
Model: Love Band Ring
Type: Ring
Serial Number: K*****
RRP: £1,990
Material(s): 18ct White Gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Etincelle de Cartier Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6.75
This Cartier diamond eternity band ring is a work of art. Crafted from luxurious 18 karat rose gold, the ring features a continuous row of exquisite diamonds encircling the band, creating a mesmerizing display of brilliance and sparkle. Each diamond is meticulously set to enhance its radiance, while the warm hue of the rose gold adds a touch of romance to the design.
Perfect for celebrating special moments or adding a touch of luxury to everyday wear, this Cartier eternity band ring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 18ct Yellow Gold Panthere De Cartier Ring 64.08g
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Panthere De Cartier Ring, made of 18ct Yellow Gold. Featuring pear shape cut Peridot Eyes, Black Lacquer and Onyx, 30mm across. Cartier Reference N4193100.
Metal: 18ct Yellow Gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
Onyx, Peridot, Yellow 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
Antique Monture Cartier 18k Gold 22.80 Carat Aquamarine Cocktail Ring, Size 7.5
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous antique Monture Cartier cocktail ring.
Monture Cartier is a signature hallmark only used on custom commissions from private clients of Cartier.
Features an approximately 22.80 carat rectangular cut aquamarine, prong set in 18k yellow gold.
Approximately 0.80 carat diamond and 1.20 carat sapphire accents.
Featured in Heritage "Spring Fine Jewelry Auction...
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love 18k Rose Gold Band Ring 61
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER LOVE RING
A child of 1970s New York, the LOVE collection remains today an iconic symbol of love that transgresses convention. The screw motifs, ideal oval shape and undeniab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Love 18K Rose Gold Ring Size 55
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301316
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2016
RRP £1,860 Incl. Taxes / €2,100 Incl. Taxes / $1,940 Excl. Taxes
Model B4084855
Serial Number BT****
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Weigh...
Category
2010s French Rings
Materials
Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 0.90 Carat Round Brilliant Shape D-VVS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 0.90 Carat Round Brilliant Shape D-VVS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Style:
Engagement
Metal:
Platinum
Gemstone 1:
0.9 Carat Diamond
Number of St...
Category
20th Century Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 18ct White Gold Moonstone Tank Ring 14.4g
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Cartier Vintage 1998 Moonstone Tank Ring Band, made of 18ct White Gold. Set with a Square Buff Top Moonstone, to a wide polished squared off shank.
Metal: 18ct White Gold
Carat: N...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Rings
Materials
Moonstone, White Gold
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 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 Love Collection 18 Karat White Gold Narrow Band Ring with Box, Size 52
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 52 (U.S 6)
Iconic 'Love' band ring from Cartier is the perfect everyday piece. Cartier is a French high-end luxury goods company that designs, manufactures, distributes, and sells jewelry, leather goods, and watches. It was founded by Louis-François Cartier in Paris in 1847, and is still universally recognizable to this very day.
This classic Cartier Love Collection ring...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, 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 Ring 18K White Gold with Black Ceramic Size L EU 51 Boxed
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier
Trinity Ring
Two 18K White Gold Bands with Black Ceramic band
Size L
EU 51
US Size 6
Internal Diameter 16mm
Each band has a width of 3.5mm
Boxed
Immaculate Condition...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Rings
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Pavé 2.00 Carat Diamond Half Band Ring Size M (53)
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct rose gold, pave set diamond band ring from the luxury jewellery designer Cartier. The ring features 2.0 carats of sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds whic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier La Dona 3.00ct Cushion Peridot 18K 750 White Gold Cocktail Ring. Size 50
By Cartier
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This iconic Cartier "La Dona" cocktail ring
is performed in 18K White Gold,
featuring a high polished finish & a wide dome shape
With a flat top bezel (rub over) set with a Natur...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Rings
Materials
Peridot, White Gold, 18k Gold
Roman Malakov 3.45 Carats Emerald Cut Blue Zirconia & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A stunning engagement ring, featuring a vibrant 3.45 carats emerald cut blue zirconia. Surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds and accented by graduating round brilliant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Zircon, Platinum
Cartier 18k Onyx Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 1970s 18k fun looking Onyx Diamond Ring, 16.4 g, apron size 6, marked Cartier 18k
Category
1970s Vintage Rings
Cartier ‘Trinity’ Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This Cartier ring is from their ‘Trinity’ collection. Three interlocking gold bands form the ring, one is made of 18 carat yellow gold, 18 carat white gold, and 18 carat rose gold. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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.