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Rings For Sale
Period: 1980s
Period: 1920s
1920 European Cut Art Deco 2.80 Ct Vintage Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a captivating vintage cocktail ring that effortlessly steals the spotlight. Adorned with a striking 1.51ct old European cut diamond at its core, surrounded by a graceful ...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Royal Blue Sapphire Vintage Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a captivating sapphire and diamond ring boasting a timeless design that has stood the test of time. Featuring a luscious blue sapphire embraced by a substantial diamond h...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 8.2 grams. Totally about 0.55 ct diamond. Totally ruby about 0.50 ct. The diamond has vs clarity and G-H color. Ring size is US 7.5 (We offer fre...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring. This incredible art deco diamond shield ring is crafted in ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Certified Wedding Band - Size 6
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Certified Wedding Band - Size 6. This gorgeous antique art deco wedding band is crafted in p...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Platinum

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Emerald And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 11.4 grams. Totally is emerald 0.80 ct. Totally is sapphire 1.20 ct. Ring size is US 6 (We offer free resizing) We can make any size. Box is n...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Engagement Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Totally is main old cut diamond 0.64. Totally is side diamond 0.22 ct. The diamond is has Light yellow color and vs-s1 clarity. Ring size is US 5.2 (We offer ...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This classic antique engagement ring is crafted in...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 2.52ct Diamond Solitaire Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
The opulence of the roaring twenties is clear to see in this classic solitaire ring. Featuring an impressive 2.52 carat, old cut diamond at its centre this piece truly sparkles. The ...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Engagement Ring - GIA. This incredible art deco engagement ring is crafted in platinum. The center holds a a gorgeou...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Filigree Shield Ring. This gorgeous art deco shield ring is crafted in platinum. This beautiful ring has old European cut dia...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond Three Stone Ring. This gorgeous three diamond ring is crafted in platinum. The ring holds three old European cut diamonds on ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 2.90ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
An impressive old cushion cut diamond is surrounded by an glistening diamond halo in this Art Deco beauty. Claw set into platinum, the central diamond weighs 1.30 carat with the halo...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Early Art Deco 0.75 CTW Old Mine Cut Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.55 carat O-P color with SI1 clarity - set in grooved white gold bezel Flanked bypass-style shoulders with single cut diamo...
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1920s Vintage Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.40 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.50 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 Box is n...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Princess Cut Diamond And Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.40 ct. Ring size is US 7.5 (We offer...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Bulgari Sapphire, Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
An unusual Bulgari Ring set in a Classic French Style with Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold with two Cabochon-cut Sapphires. Made in Italy, circa 1980. The ring is currently a US size ...
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1980s European Vintage Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

1980s Opal Diamond 18 Karat Yellow White Gold Triangular Vintage Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a triangle-shaped opal cabochon measuring 8.0 x 8.0 mm Translucent white in body color with spectral play-of-color Prong set in white gold head with halo surround Compris...
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1980s Vintage Rings

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s Natural Diamond Decorated Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.8 grams. Totally is diamond 0.45 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1. Ring size is US 6.2 (We offer free resizing) We can make an...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Sapphire Knot Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a large vintage sapphire knot ring. This wide piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold with the face showcasing an interwoven motif. This ce...
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1980s Vintage Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old European Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring. This incredible engagement ring is crafted in platinum. The center holds a beautiful old Europea...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 18ct white gold turquoise and diamond cluster ring. The ring dates back to the 1980s and features a ribbed band and excellent quality diamonds. Condition: Used (Ve...
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1980s Vintage Rings

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Opal and Old Euro Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Opal and Old Euro Diamond Halo Ring. This gorgeous art deco cocktail ring is crafted in platinum. The center holds a natural opal with a beautiful...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.90 ct. Ring size is US 6 (We offer fre...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Marquise Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Euro Marquise Diamond and Emerald Shield Ring. This gorgeous antique shield ring is crafted in platinum. Th...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art deco ruby and diamonds ring in 18k white gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Stones: 2 rubies: 0.70 ct and 16 diamond roses: 0.70 ct. Material: 18k white gold Weight: 2.9g Dimensions: 1.6cm x 1.2cm Period: 1920 Size: 52 (free sizing) Certificate Ref. : 25510
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Art Deco diamonds ring in gold and platinum
Located in PARIS, FR
Stones: 1 old cut diamond of 0.35ct in the center and 10 old cut diamonds on the sides, weight 0.20ct Material: Gold and platinum Dimensions: 1.7cm x 1.2cm Weight: 3g Period: 1920 Si...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18k Gold Circa 1980s Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.5 gr. Totally is diamond 0.38 ct. The diamond is has H color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.38 ct. Ring size is US 5.8 (We offe...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

15- 18 mq Sapphires and gold ring
Located in New York, NY
15- 18 mq Sapphires and gold ring 18K
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1980s American Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

2, 55 carats L/M-Si diamond and sapphires Art déco ring 
Located in PARIS, FR
Stones: Old cut diamond of 2.55 carats L/M-Si, diamond paving for a total weight of 0.35 carat and calibrated sapphires. Material: Platinum Dimensions: 18 mm length on finger Weight:...
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1920s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Two Tone Engraved Wedding Band - Size 4 1/2
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Two Tone Engraved Wedding Band - Size 4 1/2. This beautiful wedding band is crafted in 18k white gold and yellow gold inside the band. The r...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

White Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Blossom Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 3/4
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Blossom Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5 3/4. This gorgeous wedding band is c...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Platinum

Vintage Circa 1980 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 carat. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is sapphire about 0.40 carat. Ring size ...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 2.45 Carat Sapphire and 0.50 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 2.45 carat sapphire and 0.50 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold dress ring; part of our diverse collection of vintage sapphire rings This fine and impr...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Single Cut Diamond Wedding Band - Size 6 1/2
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Single Cut Diamond Wedding Band - Size 6 1/2. This gorgeous wedding band is crafted in 18k white gold. The top has single cut diamonds set a...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

1980s 1.65 CTW Tsavorite Garnet Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion cut tsavorite garnet weighing approximately 1.40 carats Transparent bright green in color - prong set in basket Flanked by swirling bypass style shoulders Groov...
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1980s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Bristol 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 6 3/4
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Bristol 18K White Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 6 3/4. This beautiful wedding band is crafted in 18k white gold. The band is beautifully engraved aroun...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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White Gold

Vintage 2.42 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Double Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.42 carats diamond double row eternity ring in 18 karat yellow gold; part of our diverse vintage diamond ring collections This stunning, fin...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

1920s 0.41 Carat Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.41 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold, 14 karat white gold set twist ring; part of our diverse diamond jewellery and estate jewelry collections T...
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1920s Unknown Vintage Rings

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Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A very special Opal ring set in 18k gold with a diamond on the side.
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1980s Italian Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum 1.54ct Diamond French Sapphire Ribbon Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (8) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Graduated French Square Step Cut - Milgrain-Bezel Set - Deep Blue Color (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - J C...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Classic Stackable Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Classic Stackable Wedding Band - Size 6 3/4. This classic wedding band is crafted in platinum. The ring is i...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Platinum

1980s Carved Jade and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully Carved Jade Ring with a White Gold and Diamond Frame. Made in Europe, circa 1980. Ring Size US 5. The ring is accompanied by a Mason-Kay Report numbered #220628-40...
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1980s European Vintage Rings

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Diamond, Jade

Bague en platine “cascade ” sertie de diamants , époque Art Deco
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
Spectaculaire bague en platine (poinçon tête de chien) d’époque Art Déco. Sa remarquable monture avec ses courbes en cascades et son profil géométrique en font un modèle haute joaillerie typique des années 1930. Son imposant relief serti de diamants lui confère une grande élégance et en fait une pièce unique. Les trois principaux diamants en serti griffes, alignés sur le dessus, apportent une brillance et un chic extraordinaire à cette bague d’exception ; ils surmontent 8 lignes légèrement courbes de diamants en cascade et sont épaulés par 4 petites lignes de diamants serties dans l’anneau. Le diamant...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Saddle Wide Band Ring
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous 18 carat white gold saddle ring showcases a wide classic design that is lightly contoured to create a flattering curved shape. The beautiful ring is turned into a chic ...
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1980s European Modern Vintage Rings

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

Art Deco 1.00ct Sapphire and Diamond Three Stone Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
An outstanding natural, unenhanced sapphire sits between two old cushion cut diamonds. The vivid blue colour truly stands out from the white sparkling d...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5. This beautiful wedding band is crafted in platinum. The rin...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Platinum

Art Deco 1.50 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
Truly capturing the Art Deco essence is this diamond cluster ring. To the centre sits a substantial old cut diamond weighing 1.50 carat. It is J in colour and VS1 in clarity. Surroun...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Single Cut Diamond Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Single Cut Diamond Engaved Wedding Band. This beautiful ring is crafted in platinum. This ring has single cut diamonds on the top row with engravi...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Diamond 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold Tablet Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This wonderful 'tartelette' ring is beautifully set with 16 fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.50ct in total, all mounted in a square 18 carat white g...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Rings

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

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold and Onyx Diamond Button Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Platinum Onyx Diamond Button Ring. This beautiful ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold with platinum top. ...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Art Carved Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Art Carved Engraved Wedding Band. This gorgeous wedding band is crafted in 14k white gold. There are engravings go...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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White Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Classic Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Engraved Classic Wedding Band - Size 5. This gorgeous wedding band is crafted in platinum. It is beautifully engraved around the entire ring and e...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rings

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Platinum

Ruby and 14k Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This impeccably designed ring can be yours today! Don't miss your chance to get your hands on this large Ruby stone in an oval cut. For centuries, Rubies have signified passion, protection, and wealth making it a symbol of love and committment. This will be your new favorite fashion ring in your collection perfect for making a statement with a pop of color. Notice the amazing details like the intricate etching in the vibrant and rich 14k gold. This beautiful ring will catch glances from across the room. This is in great vintage condition with no notable flaws and much life left to live. The precious and fine composition will last a lifetime and will be a great investment. Wear this ring with vibrant colors to compliment the Pink Ruby with a Diane Freis maxi dress, Chanel ballet flats, and a Fendi...
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1980s Vintage Rings

Antique Diamond and Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 0.80 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, platinum set solitaire ring; part of our diverse jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique diamond solitaire ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The pierced decorated, eight claw setting displays an impressive feature 0.80 ct Old European cut diamond. The elevated, tapering ring shoulders integrate with the setting and blend seamlessly with the plain hallmarked ring shank. The ring is hallmarked to the outer of the shank with the French maker's mark and 18k gold mark (eagle's head). This stunning ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold and platinum. This impressive Old European cut diamond solitaire ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report certificate. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This stunning solitaire ring is excellent quality, set with an impressive diamond displaying fine white color, brilliance and presence. The ring is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition, with clear hallmarks to the outer surface of the shank, in keeping with age. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique diamond jewelry...
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1920s French Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.88 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.88 carat diamond and 14 karat yellow gold twist ring; part of our diverse jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique diamond ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting. The twist style design is ornamented with two claw-set 0.91 ct and 0.97 ct transitional modern round brilliant cut diamonds. The twist design ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and blend seamlessly with the plain ring shank. This yellow gold diamond twist ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 14 karat gold and platinum. This impressive twist ring is supplied with two independent diamond grading report certificates. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone. Condition This fine and impressive antique twist ring...
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1920s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1.83 Carat Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.83 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections This stunning, fine and impr...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Marquise Diamond You and Me Ring
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Diamond You and Me Ring "toi eit moi" 18 karat white gold ring with 2 marquise shaped diamonds weighing approximately 1.63ct and 58 baguette...
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1980s Vintage Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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 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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