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Rings For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Byzantine
Vintage Antique 1897 Sapphire & Diamond London Bridge Ring 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Sweetly crafted in 18 carat gold, The Janice Ring is a vintage joy. Her intricate London Bridge setting holds three royal blue sapphires and two sparkling diamonds. From another time...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Late Victorian Diamond and Synthetic Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Late Victorian Diamond and Synthetic Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one rose cut diamond weighing approximately 0.50 carat, graded S-T color, I1 clarity, and one rose cut s...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 9k gold Mizpah ring, band ring
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful, Victorian 9ct gold Mizpah ring. It is a band style ring with applied yellow gold lettering to the front of the band spelling out Mizpah. This ring is a two toned gold ...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style 2.30 Carat Amethyst & Diamond Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Elevate your style with our Vintage Victorian Fine Jewelry Cocktail Ring, featuring a captivating 2.30 carat marquise-shaped amethyst and 0.10 carats of round-cut diamonds. Crafted f...
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2010s European Victorian Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18ct Split Pearl Ruby Cross Ring
Located in London, GB
Our unique early Victorian ring features a ruby cross alongside natural split pearls, all set in an 18ct gold closed back setting. This stunning piece is one of a kind and perfect fo...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

GIA Platinum 18K Blue Sapphire No Heat Ceylon Diamond Ring VS Antique 8.32 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...VINTAGE LUXURY... GIA CERTIFIED PLATINUM & 18K 8.32 CARAT UNHEATED SAPPHIRE DIAMOND ANTIQUE RING AND BOX. 6.23 CARAT TRANSPARENT BLUE GIA CERTIFIED RARE NO HEAT NATURAL CEYLON SAPPHIRE. (This Gorgeous Vintage Sapphire is Crowned With 2.09 Carats of Sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamonds) AUTHENTIC ANTIQUE OVER 100 YEARS OLD HANDMADE. Still Perfectly Kept in Antique Leather Ring Box...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Pearl Ring With Pretty Carved Shoulders
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1898 Gorgeous Victorian Ring. Set with Four Natural Seed Pearls, Two Natural Rubies & Pretty Carved Shoulders. Width 5.7...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

A Large Silver Gilt Byzantine Ring 8th-10th Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
A large silver gilt Byzantine ring from the middle to later Empire. The bezel shows saints Peter and Paul standing by a processional cross, both holding bibles. Note the shoulders of...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Rings

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.43 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is emerald 0.30 ct. Ring size is US 7.5 (We can m...
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Unisex Brown Circon
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This warm glowing gold braun zircon is set in an elegant open claw setting made out of 14 karat rose gold.
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1880s English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Cabochon Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Foliate Antique Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped ruby cabochon weighing approximately 1.24 carats Transparent medium purplish red in color - prong set east to west Prongs are stylized foliate motifs exten...
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1830s Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.65 ct. The diamond is has G-H-I color and vvs-vs-s1-s2 clarity. Ring size is US 6.75 (We offer free resizing) ...
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Natural 1.25ct Natural Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Embrace timeless elegance with our Majestic Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Ring, meticulously crafted from luxurious white gold. Adorned with stunning round brilliant cut diamonds and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Victorian Rings

Materials

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

Victorian 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Unisex Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 12.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has H color and s1-s2 clarity. Ring size is US 8.5 (We offer free resizing) We can make an...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Platinum and 14 Karat Gold Aquamarine Ring with Diamonds
Located in Fairfield, CT
This ring is a fine example of Victorian-era craftsmanship, showcasing a blend of durability and elegance. The centerpiece, a cushion-cut aquamarine, is secured in a platinum setting...
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Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique English 18K Gold and Five Stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Created in 1893, this antique English diamond ring is set with diamonds mounted in 18K gold, and was made in Chester. The delicate 18K gold band is set across the top with a tapering...
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Late 20th Century Victorian Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Old European Cut Diamond & Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
This delightful Victorian solitaire engagement ring is perfect for a genuine antique jewelry lover. This ring is centered with one glistening (1) 0.87 carat Old European Cut diamond ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Victorian Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.34 carat - I color with VS2 clarity Set in a classic Tiffany-style six pronged white gold mounting Completed by a yellow g...
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1890s Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Bohemian Garnet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bohemian Garnet Ring 9ct Rose Gold Tested Circa 1890 Beautiful, Four Stone Victorian Ring. Set with Faceted Bohemian Garnet ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 1.25ct Emerald and Diamond Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite five stone ring features a central emerald cut, Columbian emerald weighing 0.65 carat, flanked by two 0.50 carat old cut diamonds and two 0.30 carat emeralds at either...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique 9 Carat Gold Amethyst and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A wonderful amethyst cluster ring with a pearl at the centre. Amethyst total 30pts. Modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Cluster diameter: 9mm Weight: 1.4g
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Antique Ottoman Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.3 grams. Totally is diamond 1.20 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-M-N color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1. Ring size is US 7 (We offer free resizing) ...
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Early 1900s Turkish Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Natural Pearl Vintage Style Five Stone Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The ring showcases five round natural white pearls set in a solid yellow gold band, contributing to the vintage appeal of the piece. This classic and elegant jewelry is perfect for a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Victorian Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Topaz Vintage Style Seven Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lovely vintage inspired gold wedding band. Charming prong setting, set with seven bright and lively sky blue topaz, total weight approximately 1.4 carat. The scroll detail complete t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Victorian Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1889 Makers Mark L B Lovely, Victorian gypsy style ring. Set with natural diamonds in a floral formation & with pretty, ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Style 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Victorian Style 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Five Stone Ring. This gorgeous Victorian Style old mine diamond ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The top of the ring has...
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1890s Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Five Stone Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring three emerald cut emeralds weighing approximately 1.44 carats total Transparent medium green and alternating with old European cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.74 car...
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1830s Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

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

Victorian 2.01 CTW Diamond Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Dinner Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a bullet cabochon turquoise flanked by two oval-shaped cabochon turquoise prong set north to south Opaque light to medium robin's egg blue in color - ranging in size from ...
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1880s Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Amethyst Diamond Opal Ruby and Emerald Acrostic Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1880 Acrostic rings became popular throughout the Victorian period. The Adore ring being one of the romantic gifts typically given in the earl...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.... Total weight is 7.8 grams. Totally is brilliant cut diamond. 0.15 ct. Totally side is rose cut diamond about 0.20 carat . The diamond is has vs-s1 clarit...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 4.1 grams. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Dimention is center diamond 0.40 carat . Clearity is diamond H color and vs. Ring size is US 7. We ca...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Heart Shaped Turquoise Seed Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring 18ct Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Step into the romantic era of Victorian elegance with our heart shaped Turquoise, Seed Pearl and Diamond cluster ring, crafted in 1871, is a treasure from the past, embodying the int...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Coiled Snaked Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Coiled Snaked Ring. This gorgeous Victorian snake ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The eyes of the snake are diamonds and the r...
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1890s Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1920s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.1 grams. Dimention is center rose cut diamond 0.40 carat. The main rose cut diamond is has H color s1. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Side...
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1920s Turkish Victorian Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1.42 Carat Fancy Pink-Brown Diamond Cocktail Ring With Pearls, GIA Rerport.
Located in New York, NY
Presenting an exquisite Victorian-style Cocktail ring showcasing a mesmerizing 1.42 Carat Fancy Pink Brown Diamond in an oval shape, GIA Certified with VS1 clarity and Even color dis...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Rings

Materials

Pearl, Brown Diamond, Pink Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold

1.78c.w total Victorian Style Emerald and Diamond Ladies Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Exuding 5 beautiful oval-cut natural emeralds gemstones bordered by brilliant round diamonds in this distinctive women's anniversary ring inspired on the late victorian style. Fashio...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Late Victorian Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Victorian 2.40ct Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This enchanting Victorian ring features five old cut diamonds totalling 2.40 carat. The central diamond weighs 0.70 carat, two 0.50 carat diamonds flanking and a 0.35 carat diamond a...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Mid Victorian Engraved “1863” Tourmaline and Pearl Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1863 (Engraved on inner shank) Item Details: Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: 9k Yellow-Rose Tone Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Details: Tourmaline, Deep Purpl...
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1860s Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian English 22K Yellow Gold Belt / Buckle Ring. Birmingham c1892.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted from 22K yellow gold, the ring features an intricate belt / buckle shape (incredibly detailed throughout), with a band width of 10mm The piece is from late Victorian era,...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Rose Cut Diamond Victorian Style Ring
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Victorian Style Rose Cut Diamond Ring 1 Rose Cut Diamond - 1.06 Carats Full Cut Diamond - 0.39 Carats 18 K Gold - 3.35 Grams Silver - 1.53 Grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Late- Victorian Style Ruby and Diamond Ladies Ring Set in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A captivating and colorful quintet of richly saturated, oval shaped vibrant raspberry-red rubies, together weighing 1.27 carat weight total, are interspersed by bright white and spar...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Late Victorian Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Diamond & Seed Pearl Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marquise Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1860 Fabulous, 15ct yellow gold, early Victorian marquise/navette shaped ring. Set with five beautiful, old cut diamonds down the cen...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Delightful Victorian Oval Lapis and 14kt Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
"Attractive Victorian lapis ring crafted in 14kt yellow gold dating back to the 1890s. An artfully hand-engraved intricate design is depicted on e...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Victorian Natural Sapphire & Diamond Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Marquise Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1870s This stunning Victorian ring is crafted from 18ct gold and features a marquise shape adorned with an exquisite oval, f...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.7 grams. Dimention is diamond 0.30 carat. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. The diamond has vs-s1-s2 clarity and G-H color. Ring size is US 6...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Ring with Sapphire and diamonds 14k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold ring set with sapphire and old mine cut diamond 1.00 ct - ring size U.S. 9 - EU. 19.25(60) detailed description: the top of the ring is 9.5 mm wide Ring size U.S. 9 ...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Halo 18ct Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Our antique Victorian turquoise diamond halo ring, is a resplendent piece that embodies the enchanting spirit of the Victorian era. This ex...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Edwardian 14k Family Crest Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A signet ring can be represented with an intaglio, which is created by carving below the surface of a stone, or by a simple smooth seal. Its purpose would have been to seal the wax of a letter or note. An incredible and unusual gold signet ring from the Victorian (ca1900) era! This fabulous ring is crafted in vibrant 14kt yellow gold and has a large oval-shaped face with a carved family crest intaglio...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.40ct Diamond and Ruby Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A trio of old cut diamonds are set between a pair of vibrant rubies in this Victorian five stone ring. The central diamond is 0.60 carat with the two at either end weighing 0.40 cara...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Floral Bouquet Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. This vintage treasure is nearly 120 years old and was made in the Victorian era. Details are endless as the ring highlights a floral bouque...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 18k gold Mourning locket ring, Black enamel, Diamond and Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
Did you ever lay eyes on such a wonderfully detailed and beautiful mourning ring. I was so excited for this piece to arrive being a lover of mourning jewels and it does not disappoi...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Circa 1900s Victorian 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 8.1 grams. Totally is main brilliant cut diamond 0.10 ct. Totally is side rose cut diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3 cla...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Natural Garnet and Pearl Vintage Style Floral Cluster Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add a delicate and unique aesthetic to your hand with this ring by GEMMA FILIGREE. Our antique design gold rings equate to delicacy and light openwork, while maintains strength for e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Victorian Rings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Ring Flower Motif Gold Antique Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning and oh so Romantic Antique Victorian Ring with six Persian Turquoise gems and Pearls in a delicate flower motif. The combination of Pearls and Turquoise in this be...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Rings

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Turquoise, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This Victorian Ruby & Diamond Ring is an exquisite piece, showcasing a deep red ruby with Thailand origin. The enchanting natural ruby is a 1.00 carat oval cut stone and is claw set ...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Carved Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Carved Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Victorian Circa 1880 Fabulous Victorian Hand Carved Ring with Scroll Detailing Set with 3 Gorgeous Rubies & Brilliant Cut ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Circa 1900s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 10.9 grams. Totally is about 1.15 carat natural rose cut diamond. The diamond is has vs-s1 clarity and H color. Total is about 1.80 ct emerald...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 2.40ct Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A trio of stunning old cut diamonds adorn this hand crafted engagement ring from the Victorian era. The central diamonds weighs 0.90 carat whilst the flanking pair are 0.75 carat a p...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 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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