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Rings For Sale
Vintage Design 18ct Gold, Cornflour Blue Sapphire & Diamond Triple Daisy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Sapphire & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1979 Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold vintage trilogy ring, a stunning piece from the 197...
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Late 20th Century English Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 17 Carat Neon Blue Pear Cut Topaz & Diamond Cut Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
I love the color of this stone. It is just so brilliant. The ring is a size 6.25. The stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. It is a fancy pear cut stone and is 17.0 Cts. ...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Star Set Ruby & Pearl Ring, Hallmarked Chester 1884
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 15ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1884 Discover the elegance of this exquisite Victorian Gypsy ring, crafted in 15ct yellow gold. The stunning design features a b...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald and Diamond Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Introducing an exquisite Edwardian ring that is sure to capture your heart! Crafted from 18ct yellow gold and pla...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

New 2.8 Carat Lagoon Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold Pl Filigree Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. The stone is a Lagoon Green Tourmaline and is 2.80 cts. It is the color of a green sea. Just beautiful. It is a fancy oval cut st...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct White Gold, 0.20ct Diamond Ring with Diamond Shoulders
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Stamped Circa 1920s Step back in time with this stunning 1920s engagement ring, crafted from luxurious 18ct white gold. This unique piece show...
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Early 20th Century European Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold 2.25ct Blue Sapphire & 0.74ct Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This beautiful cocktail fine ring boasts an astonishingly beautiful oval cut blue sapphire! The sapphire has some natural inclusions with some silk appearing cloudy on some spots- ve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bally Antique Gold Ring with Red Emerald-Cut Crystal
By Bally
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
A timeless expression of vintage elegance, the Bally Antique Gold Ring showcases a stunning red emerald-cut crystal, set in an intricately detailed antique gold-tone band. The deep r...
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2010s European Contemporary Rings

Materials

Silver

TIFFANY & Co. Forever Platinum 3mm Lucida Wedding Band Ring 5 New
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Forever Platinum 3mm Lucida Wedding Band Ring 5 Metal: Platinum Size: 5 Band Width: 3mm Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&Co. PT950 Condition: New, comes with Tiffany pouch and box ...
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2010s American Rings

Materials

Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Circa 1900 Hallmarked, 3 Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmark Date Letter- h Circa 1903-1907 This exquisite Edwardian trilogy ring is crafted in rich 18ct yellow gold, embodying the elegance and crafts...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Heart Shaped Citrine 18k Gold Ring
Located in Magenta, IT
A cocktail ring in 18k yellow gold with a heart-shaped cabochon citrine and brilliant-cut diamonds on the gadrooned shoulder. France, 1980s-1990s. Eagle's head French hallmark. Manu...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Star Set Diamond Buckle/Belt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Buckle Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Makers Mark C G This antique gold buckle ring is a timeless piece of jewelry that symbolises everlasting love, fidelity, and loyalty. It...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique German Ring natural 4.5ct Aquamarine Diamonds solid 14K Gold ØUS7.5/2.6g
Located in SE
German ring hand- made ca. 1930s with band and crown in solid 18K Yellow and White Gold featuring natural transparent Aquamarine stone Claw set natural Blue Aquamarine stone measur...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

New African 3.10 Carat Deep Blue & White Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 6.5. The stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. It is a round cut stone and is 3.10 Cts. The main stone is 8.7 mm. It is surrounded by smaller Blue Sapphir...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Opal Ring Lightning Ridge Australian, Red Flash, 18K Size 8.5
Located in Southbury, CT
This slender, one-of-a-kind, handmade 18K yellow gold ring is the delivery vehicle for one of the finest Australian black opals I have ever seen. Measuring approximately 8.39mm x 4.9...
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2010s Artisan Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold 1920s Art Deco Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1920’s Fabulous, antique cocktail ring. Set with a gorgeous, square, natural aquamarine. Framed in a rub over, yellow gold s...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct White Gold, 1920s 1.0 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Eternity Ring 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1920s This exquisite 18ct white gold eternity ring is a stunning piece, fully set with approximately 1.0 carats of natural dia...
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Early 20th Century European Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Diamond Bombe Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Bombe Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1900 Step back in time with this stunning Edwardian bombe ring, expertly crafted in a lux...
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Early 20th Century European Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Michael Kneebone Moonstone Rose Cut Diamond Archaic Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Moonstone is featured in this simple, elegant cocktail ring. The moonstone (origin: Sri Lanka) weighs 23.6 carats. The gem is a delicate greenish gray color and has been cut in a h...
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2010s American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold

Antique Georgian Style 18K Yellow Gold Ochre Glass Baronet Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique 19th century Georgian style 18K yellow gold ochre glass intaglio Baronet signet ring Substantial, fine quality 18K yellow gold Baronet signet ring with a very unusual intagli...
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19th Century European Georgian Antique Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Berca 10.24 Kt Octagon Cut Brazilian Aquamarine Oval Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind 10,24 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Brazilian Aquamarine (0.74 in lenght 0,37 in width, 18,88x9,52 mm) in a Chic yet Timeless two 1,13 Carat Natural Ceylon Oval Blue Sapphi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Aquamarine, White Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Diamond Daisy Illusion Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Daisy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Step back in time with this exquisite 1920s antique Daisy Ring, a true embodiment of vintage elegance. Crafted from lu...
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Early 20th Century European Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Ring 18 carat rose gold with round facetted zirkonia 1 carat
Located in Heemstede, NL
This ring is both stunning as elegant! With its beautiful design this vintage ring is a must-have for any jewelry lover. Whether as a gift or a personal addition to your collection,...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Rings

Materials

Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Flower Ring 7.5
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Flower Ring 7.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 7.5 Weight: 4.20 grams Diamond: 7 round brilliant diamonds, carat total...
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2010s American Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Platinum French Hallmarked, Single-Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Ring Platinum French Stamped Circa 1930s Step back in time with this exquisite 1930s platinum engagement ring, a stunning embodiment of vintage elegance. At its h...
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Mid-20th Century French Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Deco Calibrated Ruby and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Step into the elegance of the Art Deco era with this stunning original target ring, crafted from 18ct yellow gold and ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1954 Men Signet Ring Blood stone solid 18K Gold Ø US9.25 / 4.28 gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with carved shoulders and bezel set Blood - stone, color is dark Green color with red dots, measures ca. 11 mm x 11 mm x 2.5 mm deep / ca. 7 ct. ...
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1950s Swedish Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Other, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Lab Grown Diamond Sapphire Costume Jewelry Ring
Located in New York, NY
Our exclusive costume jewellery is unique; this is the only jewel of such quality, design and elegance found on 1stibs. Lab Grown Royal Blue Kashmir Color 12 Carat Sapphire CZ Diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Antique Ring natural 2ct Sapphire solid 18K Gold Size Ø8 US / 1.56 gr
Located in SE
A ring with band in solid 18K Yellow Gold and oval cut natural Sapphire 8.5 mm x 7 mm x 3.7 mm deep / ca. 2 ct. The stone is Blue of medium intensity with spectacular colored nebula ...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

New 3.4 Carat Orange Sapphire & Diamond Cut White Sapphire YGold PLSterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Mozambique and is just exquisite. It is an Orange Sapphire and is 3.4 cts. It is an fancy oval cut stone and measures 10 x 8 mm and has beautiful diamond cut White...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

14k yellow gold ring oval blue sapphire 0.4 ct diamonds brilliant cut 0.16 ct
Located in Heemstede, NL
Check out the unique shape and stunning design of this pre-loved 14k ring! Featuring a beautiful dark blue sapphire with sparkling brilliant cut diamonds. This ring is all about maki...
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1980s Dutch Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

IGI 14K 2.13 Ct Natural Emerald Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
IGI 14K 2.13 Ct Natural Emerald Antique Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural intense bluish-green emerald weighing 2.13 ct set on the 14K white gold bezel setting design band. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Preloved 18ct White Gold, Art Deco Style Sapphire & Diamond Rectangular Cluster
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved Sapphire & Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Circa 2000 Step back in time with this exquisite deco-style cluster ring, a stunning embodiment of vintage elegance. Crafted from...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hermès Chaine D'ancre Sterling Silver Ring, circa 1995
Located in Valenza, IT
Chic yet Timeless, absolutely Iconic Hermès Sterling Silver Chaine d'Ancre Ring, French Size 54, US Size 6,75 , circa 1995. The story of this piece began more than 80 years ago, in 1...
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1990s French Contemporary Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

18k white gold ring with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.90ct - 7.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with brilliant cut diamond up to 0.90ct - E/F - Pique1/Pique2 - ring size US 8.75 - EU 18.75(59) detailed description: The top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide by...
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1990s Dutch Modern Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire, Ruby and pearl Bypass Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Natural Blue Sapphire, Ruby and pearl Ring in 18 Karat Gold. This is a striking and ornate ring with a bold, colorful design. The ring is made of 18 Karat gold and has a unique bypa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Ring with sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.16ct 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with sapphire and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.16ct – F/G – VS/SI – ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5(55) detailed description: The top of the ring is 8.4 mm wi...
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2010s Dutch Modern Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow & White Gold Art Nouveau Oval Amethyst Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow & White Gold Tested Circa 1910-1920 This exquisite 18ct two-tone gold Art Nouveau ring beautifully captures the essence of the era with its elega...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Star Set Diamond Band Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham 1917
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Band Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1917 This 18ct yellow gold ring is an exquisite piece of jewellery that is sure to catch your eye. It features a beautifully ta...
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Early 20th Century English Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Aquamarine and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine & Diamond Ring 18ct Rose Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Step into elegance with this stunning Edwardian up-finger ring, crafted from 18ct rose gold and platinum. ...
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20th Century English Edwardian Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

New African 2.9 Carat Deep Blue Sapphire & White Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 7
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 7 and has just a beautiful and brilliant sapphire stone. The stone is from Africa and it is a high quality stone. The stone is an oval cut stone and is 2.9 cts....
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Fine Estate 1.71 TCW Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Gypsy Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine estate 1.71 TCW diamond and 14K yellow gold three stone gypsy ring 20th Century Unusual, attractive substantial 14K yellow gold gypsy setting perfectly complements the three bea...
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20th Century Romantic Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lotus 18K 4.55 ct Royal Blue Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Lotus 18K 4.55 ct Royal Blue Sapphire Art Deco Engagement Ring* Lotus-certified natural royal blue sapphire as the center stone weighing 4.55 ct set on the 18 carat white gold halo ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oscar Heyman 5 Row Sapphire & Diamond Dome Ring
Located in New York City, NY
This Oscar Heyman "five row" ring is made from platinum and contains 14 baguette sapphires (1.90cts) and 19 round diamonds (F-GVS quality, 1.08cts). It is stamped with the makers mar...
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2010s American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Oscar Heyman 14.21ct Cat's-Eye Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in New York City, NY
This Oscar Heyman ring is made from platinum and contains a rare 14.21ct Cat's-Eye Sapphire and 14 colorless round diamonds weighing 1.48cts. Cat's-eye sapphires display the phenomen...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1980s Square Cut Natural Diamond Set Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Band 18ct Gold Circa 1980s This exquisite 18-carat yellow gold band showcases timeless elegance that is sure to catch attention. Handmade from genuine 18-carat gol...
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Late 20th Century European Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 1.2 Carat Blue Kyanite and Diamond Cut Blue Sapphire Ring Sz 6.75
Located in Eagan, MN
This ring is so gorgeous! The kyanite stone is so beautiful. It is an oval cut stone and come from Africa and is 8 x 6 mm. It is prong held and surrounded by two circles of diamon...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Kyanite, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco 18 Karat Gold 6.00 Carat Aquamarine 0.35 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely Art Deco cluster ring crafted in 18K white gold. Circa 1930. The piece features: - 1 aquamarine, round cut, 6.00ct, gB 2/2, VVS - 16 diamonds, round brilliant cut,...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Platinum, Art Deco Style Calibrated Emerald & Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Emerald Target Ring Platinum Tested Circa 2000 This stunning target ring is designed in a deco style and is sure to catch the eye of anyone who sees it. The centrepiece is a natu...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

New 5.70 Carat Fancy cut Golden Honey Sapphire Y Gold PL Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The stone is from Sri Lanka and is just beautifully cut and exquisite. It is a Golden Yellow Sapphire stone and is 5.70 cts. It is a fancy cut oval stone and measures 14 x 10 mm and...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silv...

Set in 18K white Gold, 3.86 carats, Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The combined Rose Cut Diamonds weight is 3.86 carats. Other...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Estate Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, classic three stone emerald and diamond 18K yellow and white gold ring 20th Century Emeralds: bright green, lively, the center emerald approximately 1 TCW and the two flan...
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20th Century Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Twist Ring 7
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Twist Ring 7 Metal: 18K gold Size: 7 Band Width: 7mm at the widest point Weight: 9.30 grams Diamond: 12 round brilliant diamonds, carat total w...
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2010s American Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Syna Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Ring with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 4.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.50 carat approx. Ring size US 6.5, can be sized Limited edition Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this lim...
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2010s American Contemporary Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Magnificent GIA 4.63 Natural Black Opal Diamond Estate Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Leesburg, VA
Magnificent GIA 4.63 Natural Black Opal Diamond Estate Ring in 18K White Gold Material: 18K Gold Ring Size: 7.50 Hallmarks: 18K Ther Total We...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rings

Materials

Black Opal, White Gold

Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 1940s Emerald & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1940s This stunning 18ct yellow gold ring features an exquisite five-stone design, showcasing square-cut natural emeralds beautiful...
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Mid-20th Century European Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.90ct 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with brilliant cut diamond 0.90 ct - G/H - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.5(55) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.2 cm wide Ring size U.S...
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2010s Dutch Modern Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Art Deco 1.38 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This elegant late-Edwardian/early Art Deco era ring features a lively 1.38 carat European-cut diamond (VS2 clarity, O-P color) that shimmers with a soft sunshiny hue. Masterfully han...
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1920s Vintage 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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.

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