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Rings For Sale
Style: Edwardian
Style: Aesthetic Movement
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Oval Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring
18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped 750
Circa 1910
Fabulous, Edwardian oval shaped ring. A beautifully handmade setting with gorgeous open work. The ring features t...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Jade Ring 18 Karat Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
A luscious, translucent mottled emerald-green jadeite jade double cabochon is set within a highly detailed 18K white gold mounting in this Edwardian-era (circa 1905) ring.
The jade...
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold
18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Edwardian Ruby Diamond Hexagonal Star Set Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring
18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Stamped
Circa 1910
Introducing an exquisite 18ct gold and platinum hexagonal-shaped ring that boasts a unique and stunning...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Signed 14K White Gold & Oval Cut Aquamarine Edwardian Filigree Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, signed antique aquamarine signet style ring.
By Dattlebaum & Friedman of NYC.
In 14 karat white gold.
Bezel-set with a ca. 1.4 ct oval modified brilliant cut aquamarine.
...
Category
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Pearl & Diamond Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl Band Ring
18ct Gold Stamped
Cirac 1900
Makers Mark J C
This stunning 18ct yellow gold Edwardian band boasts an elegant design wit...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Ring 14K Gold Platinum 1.28 TDW Old Mine Toi et Moi
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Fancy Yellow & White Diamond Ring 14K Gold Platinum 1.28 TDW Old Mine Toi et Moi
This gorgeous Fancy Yellow Diamond & White Diamond Ring circa the 1910s is a finely crafted solid 14...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Snake Ring
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique Edwardian period fine natural pearl, diamond and 18K yellow gold snake ring
Early 20th Century
Featuring a dramatic lustrous n...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Rings
Materials
Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 0.85 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring Ca '1910
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edwardian 0.85 carat Old European cut diamond solitaire engagement ring circa 1910.
The Edwardian 0.85 carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, dating back to circa...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Signed Edwardian 14 Karat Gold & Bloodstone Cabochon Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique Edwardian 14k gold and bloodstone ring.
With a smooth oval bloodstone bezel set in 14k gold signet style setting.
Made by George Street & Sons Jewelry Co. of Ne...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Rings
Materials
Jasper, Gold, 14k Gold
Edwardian Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An exquisite three-stone ring set with beautiful square cut emeralds which total 30pts. Surrounding the bright emeralds there is a halo of diamonds. The...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
C1910 Multi Gemstone set Harem Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
This 14k gold Edwardian harem ring contains an array of cushion cut diamonds, pearls, sapphires, rubies, and green demantoid garnets. Demantoid garnets were mined in Russia, and are ...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold,...
Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Old European–Cut Diamond Floral Cluster Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This delicate Edwardian-era cluster ring showcases a central old European–cut diamond (approx. 0.15 ct) encircled by a petal of twelve smaller old-cut diamonds, all set in a finely p...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Edwardian Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Introducing this beautiful antique ring, crafted in platinum. The ring features a .9...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 2.06 Carat Vintage Diamond Halo Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are obsessed with this beauty!!
A classic vintage halo with excellent filigree detailing.
Ring Details
Material: 18K White Gold
Era: Edwardian 1900 - 1920
Weight: 5.3 Grams
Head ...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Red Sapphire and Diamonds natural gemstone Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold, 7US
By GRALJEWELRY
Located in Daugavpils, LV
Natural 0.80Ct Sapphire and Diamonds gemstone
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Laboratory full certificate for the ring
Main Stone: Sapphire
Main Stone Creation: Natural
Main Stone Color: ...
Category
2010s African Edwardian Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Edwardian Aquamarine 10K Filigree Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details:
Sweet vintage Aquamarine 10K white gold filigree ring. The ring has a sweet filigree pattern surrounding the stone with an engraved band. The ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Edwardian Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Three-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Dating to the first or second decade of the twentieth century, this delicate beauty centers on a lively 1.15 carat old mine cut diamond accented by two .35 carat shimmering old cut d...
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 18 Karat Gold 0.35 Carat Old Cut Diamond Engagement Solitaire Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely Edwardian engagement ring crafted in 18K gold and adorned with platinum. It features 1 old European cut diamond: 0.35ct, W, P1. The gem is paired with 6 small rose c...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian 1910s Russian Ural Mountains Emerald Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with an AGL certified 7.20 carat Russian Emerald from Ural Mountains accented by Diamonds.
Circa 1910s
Size 7 1/4
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
18ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Birmingham Marked 1900, Patterned Croissant Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Band
18ct Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Birmingham 1900
Makers Mark A S
Introducing a stunning 18ct yellow gold Edwardian croissant ring that boasts a beautifully hand-en...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Elongated Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Sleek and slender this late Edwardian-era dinner ring, measuring 1" long, features three bright electric blue sapphires spaced by glittering old mine-cut diamonds. Hand fabricated in...
Category
1920s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Three vibrant rose cut rubies are the feature of this fine Edwardian period eighteen karat 18k yellow gold ring. It's beautiful antique setting includes four .01 carat diamonds accen...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum 14K Antique Halo Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a mixed cushion cut sapphire weighing approximately 2.25 carats total - transparent light blue
Natural Ceylon (Sri Lankan) in origin and displaying no indications of heat t...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Bombe Ring
18ct Gold & Platinum
Circa 1910
Step back into the elegance of the Edwardian era with this stunning bombe/domed oval-shaped ring, designed to provide e...
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Diamond Marquise / Navette Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring
18ct Gold & Platinum
Circa 1910
Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian-era diamond ring, a stunning piece crafted in 18ct gold and platinum that emb...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Amethyst Pansy 14K Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details:
Stunning Edwardian period amethyst, 3-color gold filigree ring! The majority of the ring is 14K white gold filligree, with yellow gold pansies, and rose gold flourish detail...
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Rings
Materials
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Gypsy Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central ruby in this glossy 18ct gold band measures 8pts and is set in a star setting. The diamonds that sit either side of this stone measure 4pts each and the smallest rubies m...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Original 18ct White Gold Edwardian Demantoid Garnet & Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring
18ct White Gold
Circa 1910
Original, Edwardian target ring. Set with a natural, centre diamond, surrounded by gorgeous demantoid...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
18ct Gold
Circa 1900
Hallmarked Birmingham- date letter has rubbed
Makers Mark H W Ltd
Lovely, Edwardian Ring. Set with alternating, natural rub...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Low Profile Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond Low Profile Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous Edwardian old Euro diamond engagement ring is crafted in platinum. This amazing...
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
AGL Certified Kashmir Sapphire and Diamond Edwardian Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning ring contains a cushion cabochon cut sapphire weighing approximately 9.46 carats surrounded by numerous single cut diamonds. Mounted in a beautifully engraved handmade ...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian 18k Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous diamond and sapphire ring from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow and platinum, this stylish piece features a stone-encrusted rectangular centerpiece. The ...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum
Personalized Signet 18ct Gold Renewal Ring
Located in London, GB
Made to order, our Renewal Signet ring is inspired by signets of the past, reimagined with a hand-engraved floral pattern symbolizing renewal, hope, growth, and resilience. Designed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Edwardian Rings
Materials
18k Gold
Rare Japan Shakudo Snake Ring 14 Karat Gold Antique Victorian Samurai circa 1870
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare ring depicting a snake traveling through the grass in the historic Japanese art form of Shakudo, in 14 Karat Gold. The Shakudo pieces originated in the Samurai period in Japan and were created by esteemed artists who made ornaments to adorn swords and armor. When the Samurai period ended, these artists moved to making wearable art during the period of the 1870s - 1900.
Here we have a very rare Shakudo piece of a snake traveling through grass. Notice the grace of the proportion of the images and the Japanese esthetic of asymmetry. The mixed metals Shakudo plaque is set in 14 Karat Gold.
In the Victorian era the snake was the symbol of eternal love. It has come to symbolize sexuality, rebirth and wisdom.
Snake jewelry is highly desirable and collected today.
Provenance: From the collection of the legendary Edith Weber
Jewelry from Edith Weber was worn on the red carpets of the Academy Awards and graced many major national magazines. Her store at The Carlyle was described as a historical jewel box with esoteric jewelry...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Antique Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Mixed Metal, Gold, Shakudo
Antique Edwardian 1910s 3.00 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Old Mine cut center Diamond weighing 3.00 carats, D color, VS1 clarity, GIA #15608491.
The ring features 2 Half Moon cut side Diamonds...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18ct Yellow Gold Star Set Diamond Single Stone Band Ring, Hallmarked London
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Band Ring
18ct Gold Stamped
Hallmarked London
This 18ct yellow gold ring is an exquisite piece of jewellery that is sure to capture your attention. It features a beautif...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond Filigree 14K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details:
Lovely ring, that I am sure will sell fast! Edwardian 14K Gold Filigree in beautiful yellow gold, diamond is set in white gold. Dating back to the 1900's, it is rare to find...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Edwardian Era 2.09 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We always love a vintage solitaire!!
This beauty is no exception.
Ring Details
Material: Platinum
Era: Edwardian: 1900 - 1920
Head Width: 10.2mm
Head Height: 5mm
Shank Width: Taperi...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Edwardian Platinum GIA Old Cut Diamond Milgrain Engraved Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This antique Edwardian engagement ring is crafted in solid platinum and features a gorgeous, GIA certified old cut diamond neatly set at the center squared setting. This stunning lar...
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous ring dates to the early 1900's and holds three inky blue sapphires. The central sapphire measures 50pts and the ones either side measure 25pts each. In between the blue...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Edwardian Citrine 14K White Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details:
Beautiful Antique Edwardian era Marquise Citrine set in white 14K gold with filigree and detailed engraving along the setting. A sweet ring, that has a dramatic marquise sha...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Rings
Materials
Citrine, White Gold
Edwardian 18 Carat Gold Emerald and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A lovely Edwardian 18 carat gold ring. Emerald total 14pts and diamond total 20pts.
Ring Size: L or 5 3/4
Widest Point: 4mm
Height Off Finger: 3.5mm
Weight: 2g
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire Vintage Style Five Stones Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elevate your style with our Natural Blue Sapphire Vintage Style Five Stones Ring, beautifully crafted in Solid 9K Yellow Gold.
This exquisite ring features five vibrant blue sapphir...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1910 Five Stones Ring in 18k white Gold with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This antique five-stone ring, crafted in the 1910s, is an exquisite example of early 20th-century elegance. Made from 18kt white gold, it features milgrain edges, which add a refined...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 1900 Ring in 18kt yellow Gold and Platinum with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This elegant Edwardian engagement ring, crafted in the early 1900s, is a timeless representation of the era's romantic and intricate design. Made from 18kt yellow gold with a platinu...
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Edwardian Era Pinkish Red Ruby & Diamond Ring 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A timeless treasure from the Edwardian era, the 18 carat gold Frankie Ring features vibrant rubies and dazzling diamonds in an elegant, classic setting. Delicate engraving along the ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Emerald and Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add a delicate and unique aesthetic to your hand with this filigree ring by GEMMA FILIGREE. Our antique design gold filigree rings equate to delicacy and light openwork, while mainta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Three Stone Rectangular Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring
18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Tested
Circa 1910
This gorgeous Edwardian ring is a perfect blend of elegance and charm. The open-work design of the ring is set ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Edwardian 14 Karat Gold & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique Edwardian 14 Karat gold and diamond engagement ring.
With a round brilliant cut diamond pave set in square setting.
Embellished with platinum topped or white g...
Category
20th Century American Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian, Platinum Band Ring, Wedding Band, Anniversary Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Platinum Band
Circa 1910s
Platinum Stamped
This lovely platinum band is decorated with a hand-engraved pattern all the way around. The band is stamped platinum on the insi...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Platinum
1910 Edwardian Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a gorgeous Edwardian engagement ring showcasing a dreamy old mine-cut diamond set in Platinum! Crowned by a 0.79 ct icy white old mine cut diamond at its center, this platinu...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Platinum and Diamond Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
This antique piece was handcrafted sometime during the Edwardian design period (1900-1920). Delicately crafted in exquisite platinum, this whimsical ring captures the essence of the ...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian 1900 Engagement Ring in 18kt Gold and Platinum with Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
This exquisite Edwardian engagement ring, dating to the early 20th century, reflects the elegance and intricacy of the Edwardian era. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold with a platinum top,...
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
C1885 Shakudo Ring w bat of mixed metals mounted to a band of bone
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our Shakudo ring depicts a bat mounted on a ring of bone. The Shakudo craft originated in Japan during the Samurai period. Talented artists made ornaments to adorn arms and armament...
Category
1880s Japanese Aesthetic Movement Antique Rings
Materials
Mixed Metal
Antique 18ct Rose Gold & Platinum Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Fancy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring
18ct Rose Gold & Platinum Tested
Circa 1900
Step into the past with this exquisite Edwardian ring, beautifully crafted in 18ct rose gold and platinum. Featuring a stunning round cluster design reminiscent of an antique spinning wheel...
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Edwardian sapphire diamond and platinum ring circa 1910. *
ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-DJ531D Scroll down for specifications. This genuine Edwardian sapphire and diamond ring...
Category
1910s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian 0.9 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
This beautiful antique piece was handcrafted in the early twentieth century. This Edwardian ring features a gorgeous 0.90 carat diamond in the center. The center diamond grades appro...
Category
1920s Edwardian Vintage Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Ring Hallmarked Birmingham 1906
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gypsy Ring
18ct Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Birmingham 1906
Makers Mark C Br
Introducing a stunning 18ct yellow gold Edwardian three-stone ring. This exquisite piece feature...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 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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Our Guide to Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco Engagement Rings
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
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Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.
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