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Rings For Sale
Style: Georgian
Style: Revival
Style: Empire
Georgian Stuart Crystal Ring, 18th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare, beautiful and magical Stuart Crystal Ring set in 15 Kt gold and backed in sterling silver. Before I say more please understand that none of...
Category
18th Century English George II Antique Rings
Materials
Crystal, 15k Gold
Georgian 14k/Sterling Silver Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking emerald and diamond ring from the Georgian (ca1750s)! Crafted in 14k gold and sterling silver, this stunning ring features an exquisite approximately 0.75ct oval step ...
Category
1750s Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Amethyst and Diamond Scarab RIng
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Egyptian revival jewelry became wildly popular during the Art Deco period after King Tut’s tomb was discovered in 1922. This insanely cool ...
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1920s Egyptian Revival Vintage Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond
Ilias Lalaounis Ram Head Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This sculpted rams head ring has been crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and is set with rubies. Manufactured by the leading Greek jeweller Ilias Lalaounis the piece is crafted in the...
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20th Century Greek Etruscan Revival Rings
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
gold Georgian ring with pearls
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A gold Georgian ring with a four-pass decorated with half pearls and also on the shank all in cut away setting with forked florally decorated shoulders, England, circa 1830 in origin...
Category
1820s English Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Pearl, Gold
GEORGIAN 1760 England Ring In 16Kt Gold & Silver With Dutch Rose Cuts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Antique 18th century Georgian ring with diamonds
This is a fabulous antique ring created in England during the Georgian period back in the...
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1760s English George III Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 15k Gold
Georgian Inspired 2.65ct Old Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in 18k Gold
Located in London, GB
A sparkly Georgian inspired old cut diamond solitaire ring.
The ring is solely set with a 2.65 carat old cut diamond which is set in a elegant Georgian inspired cut down setting. T...
Category
2010s European Georgian Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Georgian Octagonal Miniature Ring "à l'amitié”
Located in Firenze, IT
Octagonal miniature depicting a putto under a tree and near a brazer with the inscription in French "à l'amitié" that underlines the sentimental value of such gift.
The frame is in ...
Category
Late 18th Century French Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Cupid's Heart and Arrow Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
The most ubiquitous symbol of Georgian love was the heart, and still is even today. This romantic Georgian ring centers on a glinting rose-cut diamond heart, struck by Cupid's arrow,...
Category
1820s Unknown Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond
Georgian Rose Diamond Cluster Ring 1790's
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval blue enamel plaque with applied old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamond floral and foliate decoration, closed back settings throughout, with engraved bright-cut decoratio...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
9K Yellow Gold Natural Pink Tourmaline and Opal Engagement Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 375 9K (9ct 9Kt) Yellow Gold with Genuine Natural Semi-precious Pink Tourmaline & Opals.
A beautiful Pink Tourmaline & Opal Ring set with a center 7x5mm (0.28"x0.20") Pink Tourmaline & eight 3.25mm (0.13" inches) Fiery Opals in a stylish Victorian Style cluster setting in solid 9K Yellow Gold.
*Total Height 5mm, Width 15mm, Length 15mm
Like all my jewelry pieces, this ring is made in my own workshop.
This is a delightful piece to wear, comfortable and easy to wear everyday. It's a beautiful ring for those who want something large enough to be noticed but not too overpowering - Just the perfect size.
All the Pink Tourmaline and Opals...
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2010s British Georgian Rings
Materials
Opal, Tourmaline, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1820 18K Diamond Cluster Ring with a Ruby Center
Located in Baltimore, MD
Impressive silver set Georgian diamond cluster ring mounted in an 18K ornamental gold band and dating to 1820. The closed back is pierced with 2 open hand cut squares, an unusual det...
Category
19th Century British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, 18k Gold
Silver and Gold Large Carnelian Signet Men's Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
In silver and yellow gold with large, oval carnelian seal engraved with a heraldic crest.
Top size 31mm x 25mm
Size 9
Weight:32.71gr
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
10K White Gold Pearl & Emerald Womens Georgian Inspired Trilogy Ring
Located in Chesham, GB
This stunning ring has been set with one Cultured Pearl & two Emeralds measuring 4.25mm (0.17") and 3.25mm (0.13"). They have been hand set into this delightful Trilogy setting the d...
Category
2010s British Georgian Rings
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, 10k Gold, White Gold
Antique Georgian Hessonite Garnet and Pearl ring, 9k rose gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique ring in this substantial Georgian Hessonite Garnet and Pearl beauty.
It is a wonderfully chunky one with a wide 9ct Rose gold band, tapering down from the shoulde...
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Hessonite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Fine Antique Egyptian Revival Sphinx Motif 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Egyptian Revival period 14K yellow gold Sphinx signet ring
Circa 1870
Unusual, beautifully detailed antique signet ring with a pa...
Category
19th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Mourning Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Blue Enamel and Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique Georgian era, late 18th century mourning ring is truly a beautifully crafted piece.
It features a beautiful large oval face housing a lock of plaited dark blo...
Category
18th Century British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Georgian Rose Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The long marquise-shaped panel pavé set with collet set foiled back rose-cut diamonds, between flared shoulders, panel length 3cm, ring size 7 1/4
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Signet Ring Hand and Flower Intaglio Amethyst solid 18K Ø6.5US/5.1gr
Located in SE
Nobility Intaglio Signet Ring for Men or Women. European , 19th - early 20th century. Swedish customs hallmarks 18K confirmation : 3 crowns.
Intaglio of a Flower in a Hand, hand - e...
Category
Early 20th Century European Empire Rings
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Antique von Aminoff Intaglio Signet Ring solid 18K Gold Carnelian ØUS11.75/7.5gr
Located in SE
Signet Intaglio Ring featuring banded / two-layered Carnelian (type of Agate) stone with the heraldic depiction of a Coat of Arms of Russian / Swedish / Finnish noble family von Amin...
Category
1890s Finnish Empire Antique Rings
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique Miniature Of A Elegant Lady Ring Of The Late 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Miniature portrait octagonal ring in yellow gold 18 karats. Ring with a miniature depicting an elegant lady from the Revolutionary period protected by a glass. The ring’s band is pla...
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1820 18K Onyx Forget Me Not Mourning Ring w Intricately Carved Shoulders
Located in Baltimore, MD
A c1850 18ct gold ring set with an onyx that has a finely carved intaglio of a pansy. Victorian's loved symbolism. The Victorian secret message whi...
Category
1840s British George III Antique Rings
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold
Antique Wedgwood & Bentley Black Basalt Intaglio Seal Silver Signet Ring
By Wedgwood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique signet ring.
In solid silver.
Bezel-set with an antique 18th Century Wedgwood & Bentley black basalt stoneware intaglio seal.
The intaglio depicts Harpocrates stand...
Category
Late 18th Century Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Silver
D Color Internally Flawless Diamond Ring Type IIA The Pinnacle of Purity
Located in Mumbai, IN
This D Color Internally Flawless diamond ring is a testament to extraordinary rarity and unmatched craftsmanship. Featuring a GIA-certified diamond of the highest D color grade, this...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
18.84-Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring Type IIA F Color, VVS1 Clarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
This 18.84-carat round brilliant-cut diamond ring is a breathtaking masterpiece of elegance and craftsmanship. At the heart of this exceptional piece is a GIA-certified Type IIA diam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1880 Victorian Scarab Micro Mosaic Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An Etruscan revival scarab ring.
This is an exceptional ring, created in Rome Italy during the Victorian (1840-1901) era, back in the 1880. The ring was masterfully crafted with Etr...
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1880s Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Rings
Materials
Citrine, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gol...
Bochic “Orient” Serpent Fancy Sapphire & Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Serpent Fancy Sapphire & Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Bochic “Orient” Serpent Fancy Sapphire & Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Bochic Serpent Fancy Sapphi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Revival Rings
Materials
Purple Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire,...
Antique Georgian 18K Gold and Black Enamel Memorial Band Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This exquisite memorial ring, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, is a beautiful and poignant piece originating from England, dating back to 1825. It serves as a timeless reminder of th...
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Minerva Unisex Ring Intaglio Hematite solid 585 / 14K Gold ØUS8 / 6.2 gr
Located in SE
German ca. early XX cent. Signet Intaglio Ring in solid 14K Rose Gold with claw set hand-cut intaglio on natural Hematite stone depicting depicting Greek Athena (Roman Minerva ) or A...
Category
Early 20th Century German Empire Rings
Materials
Hematite, 14k Gold
Antique Georgian Gold Enamel Diamond Watch Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Georgian period 18k yellow gold watch ring. Featuring blue enamel with rose cut diamonds, porcelain dial with Arabic numerals.
Ring size 6, case/top is 18mm in diameter.
Watc...
Category
19th Century Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Antique Georgian 18 Kt and Sterling Baque Au Firmament Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
An outstanding Bristol Blue, almost neon Vitreous Glass Baque Au Firmament Ring in 18 Kt gold and sterling silver. NOTE, any marks on the ring are reflections of light. The ring is in excellent condition. Collectors and connoisseurs recognize the rarity of Georgian vitreous glass rings. They are almost non existent. Baque Au Firmament rings are known as Rings of Heaven...
Category
Early 1800s Belgian George III Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
J. Birnbach GIA Certified 3.63 Carat Old Mine Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite J. Birnbach platinum and 18K yellow gold solitaire ring showcases a magnificent 3.63 carat old mine cut diamond, GIA certified with I color and SI2 clarity. The center...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Georgian Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring Dazzling & Rare
Located in Southbury, CT
This Georgian-era (circa 1830) ruby and table-cut diamond ring was created entirely by hand over two-hundred years ago, though the shank itself is more recent (though still antique)...
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Silver, 15k Gold
Georgian Revival Rose Cut Diamond Heart Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most romantic Georgian style rose cut diamond engagement ring. The heart motif adorned with a delightful bow and centered by a charming, 0.93 carat antique diamond glimmering with ...
Category
20th Century North American Georgian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Georgian GIA 4 carat Burma no heat ruby diamond ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Georgian 1820s ring showcases a 4 carat GIA-certified no-heat Burma ruby, accented by sparkling diamonds, set in 14k rose gold and silver for timeless elegance.
Certificate: GI...
Category
1820s Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Georgian rose cut diamond blue enamel 18k rose gold navette ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1830s, this Georgian ring features three primary rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.50 carats, with a warm J-K color and SI-I clarity. Framing the center trio ...
Category
1840s Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Exceptional Georgian Diamond Engagement Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
An exquisite georgian period diamond ring featuring a substnatial rose cut diamond of approximately 4.10 carats with H color and SI1 clarity. The cent...
Category
1770s Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1800 Georgian 18K Early Fede Ring with Hand Over Heart
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 18K rare fede ring has a delicately carved hand gently touching a heart with the symbolizing "I give you the gift of my heart". The clasped hands motif originated with the Roma...
Category
18th Century British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage 22K Gold Etruscan Revival Ram’s Head Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 22k gold ram’s head ring has the glow and allure of high karat gold. The ram’s head features Etruscan Revival scrolling, spiraling horns, and an expressive face. The ring shank ...
Category
1980s Etruscan Revival Vintage Rings
Materials
Gold, 22k Gold
1892 Karin's Nordic Men Ring Mars Ares Intaglio Hematite 18K Gold ØUS13/ 7.6gr
Located in SE
Antique Signet Intaglio Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with claw set fine intaglio on Hematite stone depicting depicting Greek Ares (Roman Mars ...
Category
1890s Swedish Greek Revival Antique Rings
Materials
Hematite, 18k Gold
Georgian Entwined Heart Ring Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Antique Engagement Ring 1820
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent entwined Heart and Bow Antique Georgian Wedding Engagement Ring with gorgeous pearls and sparkling antique Rose Cut Diamonds set in silver atop 18 Karat Gold...
Category
Early 18th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian approx 4.50 Ct Rose Cut Diamond ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Monumental Georgian Statement
Outstanding and utterly beautiful this rare example from the Georgian period, 1790/1800 ca
Comes to us in fine original, wearable, condition
Flat wide c...
Category
Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Georgian 1.30 Ct. Antique Cut Diamond 18 KT Locket Mourning Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Georgian Remembrance
This simply exquisite antique Georgian ring is 1790/1810 ca. – English origin
A rare example of memorial jewelry in use during Georgian period as keeper of remem...
Category
Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Outstanding Georgian Foiled Crystal 5 Stone Ring in Gold
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Outstanding Georgian Foiled Crystal 5 Stone Ring in Gold
the most wonderful Georgian ring with sweet crystal shoulders!
The item comes without the bo...
Category
18th Century European Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Crystal, Gold
Georgian 15k/Sterling Silver Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous diamond ring from the Georgian (ca1750s) era! Crafted in 15k yellow gold and sterling silver, this ring features 3 diamonds running horizontally across the ring's front su...
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1750s American Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver
18ct Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring
This stunning Art Deco-inspired ring is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. A brilliant-cut center diamond, surrounded by a halo of sparkling diamonds, tak...
Category
1890s British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Egyptian Pharaoh Ring Snakes Signet Band Sz 6.5 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Egyptian Pharaoh signet ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
The nicely detailed ring highlights the mystique of ancient Egypt. The ring is ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Rings
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Dendritic Agate Garnet 18 KT Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
The Magic Georgian Trees
A beautiful Georgian ring set with Dendritic Agate within a border of table cut Garnets
Dendritic Agate is a form of Agate displaying magic landscapes, much ...
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1780s European Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Agate, Garnet, Gold
Art-Deco Style Cross Shaped Design Emerald, Diamond and Onyx Cocktail Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art-Deco Style Cross Shaped Design Emerald, Diamond and Onyx Cocktail Ring.
This stunning cocktail ring shines with an undeniable opulence mounted in 950 platinum. The pierce decor...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Revival Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Cut Ruby - 2.00 carats
Natural Fire Opal - 3.00 carats
Natural Blue Topaz 2.00 carats
Natu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Revival Rings
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Georgian 2 carat total weight diamond 18k yellow gold silver cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Georgian cluster ring showcases 2 carats of luminous old mine cut diamonds, set in elegant 18k yellow gold and silver craftsmanship.
Center stone: 8 old mine cut diamonds
Tota...
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1820s Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian 18th Century Signet Ring with Ancient Roman Nicolo Intaglio of Hercules
Located in London, GB
A superb ancient Roman nicolo intaglio set in a late 18th century gold signet ring. Nicolo intaglios are a particular type of intaglio ma...
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Rings
Antique Georgian Early 19th Century 1ct Ruby and Diamond Target Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A superb antique Georgian ruby and diamond ring made in England, circa 1820. The centre of this ‘target’ shaped cluster ring is set with a 1ct cushion cut deep red ‘pigeon’s blood’ r...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold
Antique Amethyst Enamel Gold Mens Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1830s
This late Georgian – early Victorian era heavy 18K gold ring features a very fine champleve enamel work in medieval / renaissance taste. The ring is bezel set with a cushion shape flat cut...
Category
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, Enamel
1985 Finish Lyra Ring Men Unisex Signet solid 14K Gold Ø US 9.5 /5gr
Located in SE
Signet Ring in solid 14K Yellow Gold with ₤yra - a symbol of all Musicians for centuries in Rose Gold. Continuous design of detailed Laurel leaves on the band and the shoulders. Crow...
Category
1980s Finnish Empire Vintage Rings
Materials
14k Gold
Georgian Ruby and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring is in gorgeous condition for an oldie! The ruby is a lovely pink colour and surrounding it is a shimmering halo of pearls. The split shoulders lead perfectly down to a simp...
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Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Georgian Regard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A Georgian Regard 18 karat yellow gold ring, circa 1820
In this original 18 karat gold acrostis Regard ring the first letter of each bezel set old ova...
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1820s British Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Emerald and Diamond Ring Pear Shaped Heart Ring Rose Cut
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous antique emerald and diamond ring dating to the 19th century. The central prong-set 0.3ct pear cut natural emerald displays a gorgeous lush green hue and great saturation. It is surrounded by a halo of rose cut diamonds in closed-back and foiled rubover settings. The triangular facets of rose cuts were very popular during the Georgian and Victorian periods as they glistened more beautifully in candlelight than any other cut.
The heart shaped bezel...
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Mid-19th Century French Georgian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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.
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