19th Century Rings

Ring in 18 karat rose and yellow gold, horse head hallmark. This charming ring is set with 2 intertwined snakes, one with a round emerald and the other with an antique-cut brilliant-...

A wonder to behold An exceptional and quite unique Victorian period statement ring hand crafted of solid 22 KT gold, marked, 1880 ca. shank later replacement Chrysoberyl, one of the ...

Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6 Weight: 3.30 grams Width: 2.00mm Ladies handmade 18K yellow gold, diamond victorian (1837-1901) cocktail ring with a half...

Centering a sugarloaf shaped cabochon measuring 8.5 x 9.5 mm Colorless body with vivid blue adularescence - prong set With additional setting via snake head motif shoulders Carved to...

Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Navette Ring. This gorgeous navette shield ring has a row of synthetic rubies in the center surrounded by rose c...

Here we have a delightful pearl and diamond navette ring dating back to the Victorian period. A charming pair of gemstones consisting of a round natural pearl and old European cut di...

This spectacular ring from the Suzy Levian Vintage-Inspired One-of-a-Kind collection features an array of white diamonds (.20cttw) in a slit-cut 14k yel...

A beautiful piece of Victorian design, this five stone ring showcases a sparkling collection of old cut diamonds. The central stone weighs 0.60 carats, with two 0.25 carat diamonds f...

A Victorian emerald and diamond five-stone ring, alternately set with three square-set emeralds estimated to weigh a total of 2 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stating to be of Col...

Here we have a marvellous double heart ring dating back to the Victorian period. This elegant antique piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and showcases a gorgeous pear shape...

This spectacular ring from the Suzy Levian collection features 14k gold. An array of white diamonds (.15cttw) accent the perfect green color of the emerald gemstone center stone (.75...

The buckle detail on this band is so fine and intricate with gorgeous engraving. The band holds a fine plait of hair which wraps all the way around the band. Ring Size: P 1/2 or 8 ...

Item Description: Here we have an absolutely stunning antique enagagement ring. The prongs are something to be in awe of, as we do not often see the elevated prongs often in an antiq...

Step into the elegance of the Victorian era with this exquisite 14K gold statement ring, a true testament to 19th-century craftsmanship. The design features a striking marquise-cut j...

Set in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head and rhinoceros head hallmarks. This rare antique set includes : An antique ring set with a two-layered cameo o...

Delicate Elongated Bezel set Coral Cabochon set in 10K Gold. Ring is a size 4.5 and can be sized by us or your jeweler. Coral measures approx. .75" top to bottom x .33" wide. This is...

Ring has 9 small and 1 Large Diamond Large diamond diameter 2.5mm Weight” 5.7g Inside Diameter: 0.75″ Bin Code: R1 / P14 Make a bold statement with this exquisite double ring, ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive 14 karat yellow gold wedding ring / band; part of our diverse antique Georgian yellow gold rings and est...

This is an 18ct yellow gold oval cluster ring. The ring is set with a centralised oval cut rub-over set cabochon sapphire which is surrounded by a cluster of rose cut diamonds. The h...

Antique 19th century 24kt. yellow gold carved amethyst intaglio ring with a woman's portrait. Made in Europe, Circa 1870's X-Ray has been tested positive for 24kt. yellow gold. T...

Colombian emerald three stone ring. Set with three octagonal mixed cut natural Colombian emeralds with minor clarity enhancement in open back claw ...

Ring in 18 karat rose gold. The ring is a round gold wire that holds a basket set with 6 antique-cut diamonds within wide claws that hold a sugarloaf-cut cat's eye chrysoberyl. Total...

Vintage Victorian Bright blue sapphire and diamond engagement ring, circa 1880. 1.57ct octagonal cut blue sapphire mounted in a 14k yellow gold setting with 2 rose cut diamonds. The ...

Bague ancienne en or rose 18 carats (750 millièmes) du milieu du 19ème siècle, dont le plateau est orné d'un diamant taille rose rectangulaire entouré de douze diamants taille rose m...

An antique Victorian period gold, sapphire, and diamond ring in the form of two entwined serpents, one with a diamond-set head and one with a sapphire-set head, in 18k with double-ba...

Pearl and diamond crossover ring. Old Miner cut diamond weighing 1.00 carats. GIA certified: color I, Clarity SI2. Size 6 3/4. Can be sized.

This beautiful, petite, antique diamond solitaire ring was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold during the Victorian era. The ring features an old mine cushion cut diamond solitaire which is claw prong set at the center. This diamond has a lot of character and is truly spectacular with its unique elongated shape and fiery effects. A beautiful antique engagement ring that remains in excellent condition and is guaranteed to put a smile on your face! Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Elongated Old Mine...

This antique 1890s 18k yellow gold ring features 1 carat of deep blue sapphires, accented by sparkling old European and rose cut diamonds for a timeless vintage appeal. Total gemsto...

Original 1890's rose gold diamond engagement ring. EGL certified Old European cut .82 carat center diamond, mounted in a 14k rose gold eight prong setting. EGL certified as I, near ...

This is a 15ct yellow gold sapphire and diamond cluster ring from the Victorian era. The central sapphire is oval shaped and sits amidst a diamond claw setting which in turn is encom...

Antique natural Burmese sapphire and diamond cluster ring. Set vertically with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphire in an open b...

Circa 1880 - 1890 14k Yellow Gold Mourning Ring, the top measuring 5/8 X 1/2 inch, Black Enamel with a cross set with old mixed cut Diamonds. Nice solid construction and weighing 8....

This delightful Victorian Cluster Ring features a single 0.25 carat sapphire at its centre, beautifully claw set in 18 carat yellow gold. Surrounding the sapphire are 0.10 carat tota...

This is an antique amethyst solitaire ring. The ring features a large oval cut amethyst which has been rubover set in 18ct yellow gold with an engraved band and leaf design shoulders...

This exquisite antique solitaire engagement ring showcases a captivating approx 0.40-carat antique cushion-cut diamond, graded J in color and SI1 in clarity. Set securely in delicate...

- 14K Yellow Gold - Platinum - .50 cttw G color Si1 clarity Diamond - Hand Engraved - Size 7.5 - 4.74 Grams - 1890 This is a gorgeous diamond ring from the Victorian period 1...

This stunning 18k gold and agate cabochon ring is from the Victorian era. The striking bezel set agate is an elongated oval shape, which graces the han...

Ring in 18 karats yellow gold, weevil hallmark and silver. Important antique ring called Duchess ring, it is set with a cabochon emerald in closed setting...

Lovingly Victorian This very pretty Victorian era ring boasts fine workmanship and beautiful gem set making an understated timeless example for now and ever Hand crafted of solid 18 ...

Glorious Victorian! This absolutely unique genuine Victorian ring is 1890/1900 ca Outstanding, distinctive design made for the mounting which is a beauty its-own Marvellous Victorian...

An outstandingly rare mid-19th century royal Siam diamond cluster ring, made by the royal goldsmiths of the court of Bangkok. This is an extremely fine example of the jewellery commissioned and subsequently bestowed by the Kings of Siam, principally to be worn by participants in royal and aristocratic life-cycle ceremonies in the courts of Bangkok. In the mid-19th century, King Mongkut (Rama IV) of Siam also commissioned the courtly jewellers to create a number of faithful replicas of these ceremonial jewels to be offered as gifts to diplomatic families, important visitors and to Heads of State across the world when re-establishing diplomatic relationships. One such example (which is remarkably similar to the present ring) resides in the museum of the Château de Fontainebleau (item F1518C) where it was given as a gift from King Mongkut to Napoléon-III on the important ambassadorial visit of 1861 (see photos for a side by side comparison). Ceremonial Use: During the 19th century, many rings were made every year by the royal jewellers for ceremonial use. Examples of these lavish cluster rings being worn for these life-cycle ceremonies can be seen on old photos and paintings of the Royal Tonsure Ceremony, also known as ‘the cutting of the top-knot’ ceremony, which marked the transition from childhood into adulthood for all of the (many!) sons and daughters of the Siam royal family. The huge expansion in the number of royals in 19th century Siam stemmed from Kings Mongkut (Rama IV) and Chulalongkorn (Rama V) being highly polygamous. They had a joint total of 124 wives and 159 royal children, each requiring their own ceremonial regalia and princely jewels. As a result, Bangkok became home to some incredibly skilled goldsmiths in this period. The Tonsure ceremony was performed by the King, and lasted three days and three nights. All of the royal children would be dressed in the most splendid costumes and adorned with a vast amount of jewels on several parts of the body. Their costumes and jewels differed according to their title and rank. Diamonds for instance, would be bestowed to the highest ranking noble children. The royal children were allowed to keep their regalia and jewels as a present on entering adulthood to indicate their social status among society. Over the years, these royal jewels have been dispersed across the many noble families, with currently only a few important pieces remaining in the royal collection. Today, the number of royals in Thailand is contracting as the country follows the Chinese nobility system whereby with each generation the noble rank of a family decreases by one ranking so that eventually the majority of descendants will lose their noble status completely. This loss of royal privilege, coupled with the dilution of wealth has meant that items such as this ring become available on the open market. Following the end of the absolute monarchy in Thailand in 1932, many members of the royal family relocated to Europe and as a consequence, princely Thai items can occasionally be found in the European art market. Gift Exchange: In Siam culture, great importance is placed on the ancestral process of gift-exchange. During the reign of King Mongkut, close relationships with some powerful countries were cultivated in order to hold the balance of power and to save Siam from being colonised. The King used gift-exchange to establish diplomatic relations with other heads of state around the world, as well as with other kings, princes and sultans closer to home. He sent troupes of ambassadors to England (1857) and France (1861) with seemingly endless amounts of trunks filled with lavish gifts in order to dazzle the heads of state with the extraordinary quality and variety of Siam craftsmanship. These gifts consisted of faithful replicas of the Royal Regalia and objects belonging to the King himself; items and jewellery worn by him on his Tonsure ceremony and on his coronation day. Enormous time and effort was required by the Siam court to assemble these numerous gifts, as they emanated from the very same royal goldsmiths and courtly craftsman who had made the original ceremonial items. The most famous of these ceremonies took place at the Chateau de Fontainebleau in 1861. The painting by Jean-Léon Gérôme that immortalised the event prominently features the most spectacular of these gifts. Among the 150 gifts presented to Napoléon-III by the Siam ambassadors were two diamond-set rings, both of which are on display in the Musée du Chateau de Fontainebleau (item no. F1518C and F1519C). One of these rings is a rose cut diamond cluster and bears a striking resemblance to the ring we are offering. According to Bruley (2011), this ring, presented to Napoleon-III, was a faithful replica of the ring worn by King Mongkut on his own coronation day in 1851, which now resides in the Pavilion of Royal Regalia in Thailand. The Ring: From whichever angle the present ring is viewed, it is a masterpiece of design and a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the Siam royal goldsmiths. The bezel head is composed of two layers, the uppermost, containing the large triangle shaped table-cut diamond, is riveted to the main body of the ring. The second layer of the cluster is set with a further eight rose cut diamonds and this section allows for small rotation, typical of Siam jewellery...

Victorian 18kt Gold Diamond Five-Stone Ring Circa 1880's An exquisite Victorian-era five-stone diamond ring crafted in 18kt gold, featuring old round cut diamonds with intricate scr...

Delicately carved into a quartz tablet, this family crest intaglio is the image of a stag standing on top of a crown and castle. Below it are the letters GLA in an oval, written in a...

Edwardian Antique Crossover GIA 1.10ct Ruby & Old Mine Cushion DIAMOND Three Stone 14K Gold Ring A distinctively stunning 1900s delight measuring 3/4 inch long and exotically lovely, the sinuous curves of this sublime Edwardian-era delicacy display the design influence of the concurrent Art Nouveau period. In exquisite 'en diagonal' design, this European made antique ring exposes a complimentary Trio of an Antique OLD MINE Cushion cut diamond and a matching pair of buttercup-set 2 gemmy deep-red Old European Rubies...

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.95 carat turquoise 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique gemstone ring has been crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The pierced decorated setting displays five claw set cabochon cut turquoise displayed in a linear arrangement. The ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and blend seamlessly with the plain 18k yellow gold ring shank. This turquoise ring has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold. This impressive antique ring is supplied with an independent gemstone grading report card. 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 antique 5 stone ring is excellent quality set with impressive turquoise displaying fine color and presence. The ring is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique turquoise jewelry...

A stunning, fine and impressive 1.31 carat emerald and 0.98 carat diamond ring in 18 karat yellow gold; part of our antique emerald jewelry c...

A Georgian carnelian intaglio ring, the oval carnelian measuring 20 x 17mm, seal engraved with the head of Zeus Ammon, depicted in profile with ram’s horn, ...

This is an exquisite Etruscan Revival mourning ring with 14k gold and an onyx disc and grape cluster made with pearls. There is a repeating motif of twisted wire around the black cir...

This delightful authentic Victorian ring, an exquisite Chester masterpiece dating back to 1884, is a true testament to the refined craftsmanship of the 19th century. At its heart, a...

This lovely mourning ring has a decorative band and has enamel around the locket holding plaited blonde hair. Behind the face of the ring there is an inscription. This is hard to rea...

A striking statement ring featuring a 5.10 carat antique cushion cut emerald, radiating a rich green hue. The centerpiece is elegantly surrounded by rose cut diamonds, totaling 0.90...

–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Bead Pave Set - J Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.52ctw (approx.) (4) Synthetic Sapphires - Baguette French Cut - Milgrain Bezel S...

Year: 1890s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.6 grams Diamond Details: .55ct, Old Mine Brilliant (Antique Cushion), Natur...

This stunning Victorian cluster ring centres around a captivating 1.85 carat oval cut, natural sapphire, expertly claw set. Surrounding the mid blue sapphire are 0.48 carats of old c...

This charming Victorian daisy cluster ring centres around a 0.40 carat deep blue sapphire, expertly claw set. Surrounding the sapphire are five old cut diamonds totalling 1.00 carat....

This is a classic and authentic antique Victorian diamond solitaire. The ring centers a beautiful six-prong set Old Mine Cut diamond accompanied by a GIA Diamond Dossier stating the ...

This stunning antique diamond solitaire dates to the 1880s, in the Victorian era. The 0.78 carat old cut diamond is an I colour and VS1 clarity. A rose cut diamond sits on either sho...

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with an Old European cut Diamond weighing approximately 0.90 carat. Circa late 1800s Size 6 1/2

This is a stunning 14k yellow gold ring from the Victorian era. The ring is centered with lovely oval cut sapphire that weighs approximately 2.69ct. The sapphire is accentuated by sp...

Anique imperial russian era ring 1870/1880.c in unuswal designe old mine cut diamonds estimate weight 1 carat and white pearl 14k gold topped with silver prongs ring was made in mosc...