【Vine Symphony】Celestial Splash Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking Aurora South Sea Pearl Floral Ring features a magnificent 14-15mm natural South Sea pearl, renowned for its radiant luster and elegant size.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Spiral Orbit Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Dust Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring features a luxurious South Sea white pearl, beautifully showcased by a setting fully adorned with 1.78 carats of SI-grade natural diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Midnight Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Statement Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Prepare to be captivated by this breathtaking Aurora South Sea pearl ring, a masterpiece of elegance and craftsmanship.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Floral Vine Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Cocktail Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting ring features a luminous 12-13mm Aurora South Sea pearl, symbolizing timeless elegance.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Regal Halo Diamond South Sea Pearl Convertible Ring Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions Diameter Approx, 2.4cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 13-14 mm Quality: AAAA Nacre: V...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
14MM Round White South Sea Pearl & Diamond Heart Ring , 18 K White Gold, Vintage
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite 14mm Round White South Sea Pearl & Diamond Heart Ring, a vintage piece crafted from 18K white gold.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Crown-Inspired South Sea Pearl Ring with Diamonds and Turquois
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This is the only piece of its kind — a collectible statement ring designed to empower and enchant. Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, Natural Turquoise, Natu...
Turquoise, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Celestial Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl Emerald Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond, and Emerald Dimensions Ring Diameter Approx. 2.5 cm Pearl...
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Celestial Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl & Diamond Firework Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Experience pure elegance with this stunning Aurora-inspired ring, featuring a radiant 13-14mm South Sea pearl at its center.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Botanic Muse Aurora South Sea Pearl Emerald Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A radiant tribute to nature’s poetry, this unique cocktail ring features a luminous 12–13mm round South Sea pearl at its center, surrounded by a garden of diamonds and emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Convertible South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cocktail Ring/Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A rare statement piece from the Crown Radiance collection, this design features a luminous, AAAA-grade South Sea pearl at its heart, embraced by an intricate double halo of white and...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Convertible Sapphire Diamond Aurora South Sea Pearl Ring Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
At its heart glows a luminous South Sea pearl of rare AAAA quality, surrounded by a royal halo of sapphires and diamonds that radiate timeless grandeur.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Golden Peony South Sea Pearl Ring with Yellow & White Diamonds
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this breathtaking Aurora South Sea Pearl ring, a true masterpiece of artistry and sophistication.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, in a refined and elegant design, so glamour piece!
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning ring come 18K gold with a lustrous South Sea Pearl of 12mm, fine quality , perfect shape and surface , and Natural Diamonds of 0,69 carat, F color VS clarity, very sparkly.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds ring, in a particular and elegant design, so refined and glamour style.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with a luxurious South Sea Pearl of 15,5mm, extra fine quality, perfect shape and surface, spectacular pure white color, and 66 pieces of Natural Di...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with a lustrous South Sea Pearl of 11mm, extra fine quality, in perfect shape and surface, spectacular pure white color, and 134 pieces of Natural D...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 11.31 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This characterful ring features a 12mm South Sea pearl in the center of a concave oval shape of this 18K white gold ring.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite ring features a lustrous South Sea Pearl at its center , surrounded by a dazzling array of pure white and sparkly diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A luminous 15.5mm-16mm South Sea pearl surrounded by 0.75 carats of VS quality diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring, featuring an impressive 18.0ct White South Sea Pearl set in 18k White Gold, adorned with 1.9ct of Round White Diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Lustre Arc】Aurora South Sea Pearl and Royal Blue Tanzanite Diamond Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A luminous dialogue between oceanic depth and celestial glow — this statement ring features a mirror-like 12–13mm South Sea pearl of exceptional roundness and flawless surface.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Tanzanite, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A perfectly round South Sea pearl sits in the center of this concave 18K white gold ring.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely South Sea pearl takes center stage of the 18k yellow gold ring.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring , in a elegant and refined design.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Contemporary 18K Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring, 0.40ct
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, in contemporary design, so elegant and refined design.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Contemporary 18K Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Ring, 1.29 Carats
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, in contemporary design, so elegant and refined.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, in modern and elegant design.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Designer Nikabell 18K Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Ring, 1.60ct
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning high quality white South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, the perfect statement piece for any occasion.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Golden South Sea Pearl & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is a bold and highly luxurious pearl piece, centered by a remarkable 14mm golden South Sea pearl accented by 1.21ctw of diamonds graded I color and SI1 clarity in r...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Architectural South Sea Pearl & Diamond 3-Piece Set
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A bold expression of sculptural elegance, this Sculpted Geometry set reimagines the timeless beauty of South Sea pearls through an architectural lens. Each piece showcases luminous A...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
large 18k gold cocktail ring, set with a 20.2mm South Sea pearl, approx. 2.75ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
18K Gold Cocktail Ring with South Sea Pearl and Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Ring come in 18K gold with a natural cultivate Untreated South Sea Pearl of 16 mm , excellent quality, a very luxurious quality, and 64 pieces of natural diamonds in round brilliant ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Yoko London South Sea Pearl Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
Pieces in the Novus collection are recognised by their smooth minimal lines which showcase the natural radiance of the pearls against striking gold silhouettes. Beauty in the simplis...
South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Yoko London South Sea Pearl Ring in 18k White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
Pieces in the Yoko London Novus collection are recognised by their contemporary styles which showcase the natural radiance of the pearls they feature. Beauty in the simplistic, this ...
South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring, exude a captivating elegance and sophistication.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely piece featuring a fine 14mm South Sea pearl. The pearl has a clean white color with excellent luster and nacre quality.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary ring featuring a flawless 13.5mm South Sea pearl decorated with a triple halo of 1.76 carats of round cut diamonds that flows over the split shank.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An astounding lustrous blemish free 17.5mm-18.0mm South Sea pearl sitting high in an 18K white gold setting.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearl Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
From flowers collection design, an exclusive ring in 18k gold with a natural and untreated golden south sea pearl of 13mm , excellent quality, and special cut diamonds of 1,03 carats...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with an high quality of Golden South Sea Pearl of 15mm , , and Natural Diamonds in baguettes and round brilliant cut of 1,50 F/VS.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k White Gold Pink South Sea Pearl & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is an especially striking and elegant pearl piece, centered by a remarkable 14.51mm pink South Sea pearl accented by 0.40ctw of diamonds graded H color and SI1 clar...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl 3.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Exceptional White South Sea Pearl and Diamonds ring. Expertly selected.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Talay Silhouette Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
By Kavant & Sharart
Located in Bangkok, 10
South Sea Pearl Talay Silhouette Ring set in 18K Gold Settings "Talay" which simply means The Sea in Thai language explores the sea’s ephemeral character and rightfully captures th...
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$4,062Sale Price / item|20% Off
South Sea & Golden Pearl Diamond Fashion Ring 0.50 Carats 18K Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 karat yellow gold fashion ring featuring one Golden Pearl measuring 12 mm and one South Sea Pearl measuring 9 mm and a round brilliant weighing 0.50 carats. Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$880Sale Price|20% Off
18k Gold 11 mm Free Form South Sea Pearl Solitaire Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This brilliant 18k gold ring is adorned with a rare and beautiful South Sea pearl!
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$880Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold 11mm South Sea Pearl Solitaire Ring, 20th Century
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This brilliant 18k gold ring is adorned with a rare and beautiful South Sea pearl!
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
15MM South Sea Pearl Diamond 18k White Gold Butterfly Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely South Sea cultured pearl takes center stage. It measures 15mm and has excellent lacre quality and luster which makes the pearl glow in the light along with a soft pink overt...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural South Seas Pearl Diamonds Rings 18kt*
Located in New York, NY
12.7mm Natural South Seas White Pearl Ring Silver overtone .50ct Natural Round Diamonds 18kt. yellow gold 12.9 grams. Current ring size: 7.5 We may resize. Ring: 13.8mm Wide ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive 18k yellow gold ring, with center 13mm South Sea pearl, surrounded with approx. 0.90ctw H/VS diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold
South Sea Pearl 18k White Yellow Diamond Australian Golden Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
An extraordinary Cocktail Ring with delightful Golden South Sea Pearls, set in 18k Tri-color gold, this special piece is made with four large 10mm each High Luster Australian South S...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl
11.1 Mm South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.8 Grams Pearl Type: South Sea Pearl Pearl Diameter: 11.1 mm Pearl Count: 1 South Sea Pearl Diamond Count: 18 roun...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
South Sea Pearl Baguette Diamond Halo Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.0 Grams Pearl Diameter: ~12.5 mm Pearl Count: 1 south sea pearl Diamond Count: 54 baguette Diamond Color: G-H Diam...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
【Vine Symphony】Convertible Blossom Trio South Sea Pearl Sapphire Diamond Jewelry
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond, and Pink Sapphire Dimensions - Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 1...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold cocktail ring, with center 13.9mm South Sea pearl, surrounded with approx. 1.80ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
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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