1920s 1.30ct Sapphire and 1.65ct Diamond 18k White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Cushion cut 1.30 carat sapphire and 1.65 carat diamond, 18k white gold cluster ring; part of our sapphire jewellery collection.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1920s 18ct White Gold Stamped Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Eternity Ring 18ct White Gold Stamped Circa 1920s This exquisite 18ct white gold eternity ring is an absolute stunner.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.48ct Diamond Twist Ring, 18k Yellow & White Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.48 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set twist ring; part of our diverse diamond jewelry collections This fine and impressive antiq...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.36 Carat Diamond and White Gold Engagement Ring, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.36 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold ring with platinum settings; part of our diverse diamond cocktail ring collections.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum 14K White Gold 1.09ct Diamond Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K White Gold & 900 Platinum Ring Size: 5 Width: 1.55 mm Weight: 3.48 grams Ladies handmade filigreed, 900 Platinum and 14K white gold edwardian ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring is gorgeous and holds an inky blue sapphire and baguette diamond step shoulders. The sapphire measures approx 2carat and the shoulders measure 30pts per side. Ring Size: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring is gorgeous and holds deep blue sapphires and sparkling diamonds. The sapphire total is approx 70pts and the diamond total is approx 52pts. Comes in original box. Ring Siz...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Antique 1920s 18K Yellow Gold 0.25tgw Ruby and Old Cut Diamond 5 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, ruby, and yellow gold ring, comprising one old European cut diamond, two rose cut diamonds, and two round cut rubies, set in 18 karat yellow gold, to an 18 karat ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Coral Diamond Ring Sz 5 Small Oval Cocktail Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish antique Victorian angel skin coral & diamond ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut angel skin coral measures 12mm x 5.5mm. The coral is ...
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1920s 0.78ct Diamond Five Stone Cocktail Ring, 18k White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Belle Epoque Natural Pearl Diamonds White Gold Platinum Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
This ring is made in 18kt white gold and platinum. It has a ravishing twisted design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Bloodstone and 0.15 Carat Diamond 14k White Gold Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, antique bloodstone and 0.15 carat diamond, 14 karat white gold ring; part of our diverse Edwardian jewelry collections.
Diamond, White Gold
Certified Antique Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Either side sits a trio of diamonds, the diamond total is approx 25pts. The ring is modelled out of 18ct white gold and stones set in platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Erica 10K White Gold Channel Set Diamond Ring .25 CTW Natural Round Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
This elegant 10K white gold ring features .25 CTW of natural round diamonds in a classic channel setting, offering a sleek profile with just the right amount of sparkle.
Diamond, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Ring - 18k European .28ct Filigree
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $40 Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .28ct Cut: European...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.17ctw Diamond Art Deco Filigree Ring 14k White Gold Size 7 Stackable
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Carats - 0.06ct Cut - Antique Color - G - H Clarity - I1 - Natural Diamond - Carats - 0.07ct Cut - Baguette Color - H Clarity - VS2 - ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1925 Art Deco 18k White Gold Filigree Five Stone Natural Diamond Ring
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This ring is appraised for $2,850. Ring size: 5 5 = 0.44 carats of natural old cut diamonds 18k white gold 1925 Art Deco 2.70 grams
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow 0.8ctw Old Cut Diamond 5 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
My favourite thing about this Antique Yellow Gold 5 Stone Diamond Ring is the sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Quatrefoil White Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.22 carat opal and 0.30 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine antiq...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k white gold diamond ring has all the classic elements of a beautiful Art Deco ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.50 Carat Diamond Halo White Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Set in a polished 14k white gold setting. The diamonds are carefully matched to enhance brilliance and visual impact.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K White Gold Platinum Old Euro Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
EGL Certified .52 Carat Diamond White Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Accented by 2 old European cut side diamonds. All three are set in a filigree engagement setting made of 18k white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Emerald Ring Sz 5 Platinum Fine Jewelry 1920s
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond & emerald ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 900 platinum. 32 diamonds total an estimated 0.20 carats (estimated at I-J color and SI1-I...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Marquise Diamond and Ruby 18 Carat White Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This absolute stunner holds approximately 54pts in total of shimmering Diamonds! They have a wonderful sparkle. The ruby at the centre measures 60pts.This lovely shaped ring is a gre...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Camphor Glass Rock Crystal Diamond 14k White Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Towson, MD
An Art Deco 14 karat white gold camphor glass rock crystal and diamond filigree ring, presenting the period's signature command of transparency, light, and intricate metalwork in a s...
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Rose White Gold Arrow Design Cocktail Ring circa 1930s
Located in Stamford, CT
1930s Retro arrow design rose gold ring with genuine square bright red Rubies and singe cut Diamonds in white gold. 5 round cut diamonds accented by 12 square shape red rubies. 5 r...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified 1.18 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Accented by six single cut diamonds. Crafted in luxurious 18k white gold, the setting enhances the diamond’s natural sparkle while offering a timeless, refined aesthetic.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.00 Carat Round Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Three Stone Cluster Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Crafted in luminous 14k white gold, the ring showcases three dazzling round diamonds in the center, enhanced by a sparkling halo of 14 round single cut diamonds that amplifies its fi...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified .64 Carat Diamond White Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Diamond engagement ring. EGL certified Old European cut diamond center stone. .64cts, set in a 14k white gold three-stone setting with two round cut side diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
EGL Certified .40 Carat Diamond Sapphire Filigree White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Discover the timeless elegance of our 1930's EGL certified .40ct diamond and sapphire filigree white gold engagement ring, a masterpiece that harmonizes classic beauty with exquisite...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 0.95ct. White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This amazing 18k white gold ring from the Edwardian era is centered with a sparkling old mine cut diamond that weighs 0.95ct. graded G color with VS1 clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 14K Yellow & White Gold Five Stone Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold and 5-stone diamond ring. In 14 karat yellow gold with white gold elements.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1.02 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old European cut diamond weighing approximately 1.02 carats - J color and VS clarity Set by split prongs in a pierced bombè mounting With X motif shoulders, a Maltese ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 18K White and Yellow Gold, Blue Enamel, and Diamond Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This is a gorgeous 18k white and yellow gold ring, made in Italy in the Art Deco period.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond 14 Carat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The ring is modelled out of 14carat white gold. Ring Size: L or 5 3/4 Height Off Finger: 6mm Weight: 2.3g
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Emerald and Quartz Plaque Ring 18K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Metal: 18k white gold
Diamond, Emerald, Quartz, White Gold
French 1920s Natural Tsavorite Garnet Rose Cut Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark.
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 7 Diamond Cluster Ring with Scalloped Setting in 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A show-stopping antique 14K white gold diamond cluster ring. The piece features 7 old European cut diamonds, which in total weight 0.20 carat with G-H color and VS2 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 5 Stone 3 Carat Ultra Fine Old Mine Cut Diamonds 18k Gold Enamel Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Antique 5 Stone 3 Carat Ultra Fine Old Mine Cut Diamonds 18k Gold Enamel Ring Description: Just shy of 3cts, this antique 18k gold & enamel ring features 5 old Euro / old mine cut ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
GIA Report Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique GIA certified 0.99 carat Colombian emerald and 0.35 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set ring; part of our diverse collection o...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning full eternity ring holds diamonds in 18carat white gold that sparkle all the way around the band.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold French Stamped, 1920s Sapphire and Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Bombe Ring 18ct White Gold French Stamped Circa 1920s Crafted in exquisite French 18ct white gold, this remarkable bombe-style ring is a true testament to 1920s ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s Antique 1.20 Carat Turquoise 2.22 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine white gold and turquoise ring. Turquoise Quality Cut Cabochon Content 1.20 carats Dimensions 8.38mm ...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Antique Art Deco White Gold 1.02ctw Old Mine Cut Chunky Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 1.02ctw (approx.)
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Antique 1920s Art Deco 0.80ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive 1920s diamond cocktail ring has been crafted in 14k white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.00 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Five Stone Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive five stone diamond ring has been crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Oval Sapphire & Diamond Marquise Shaped Edwardian Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian style oval sapphire & diamond ring in 18k white gold. Ring contains 1 center oval sapphire 1.60ct and round diamonds 1.25tcw.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage Diamond and White Gold Trilogy Three Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage diamond trilogy ring has been crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Ring O Romance Diamond Wedding Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Item #R1607 Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 1.3 Grams Size: 5 1/4 Diamond: Approximately .05 cts Color: H Clarity: VS2 Measurements: Top of the ring measures 2.45 mm wide and ba...
Diamond, White Gold
18ct White Gold 0.15ct Square Set Single Stone Diamond Ring Hallmarked 1938
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct White Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1938 Makers Mark G P Behold this exquisite vintage 18ct white gold engagement ring adorned with a stunning ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct White Gold Edwardian Cultured Pearl & Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pearl & Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1910 This stunning 18ct white gold Edwardian-era ring features a captivating cultured pearl, elegantly framed by ornate ...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Three-Stone Ring - 18k Single Cut Floral Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $60 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s):...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Three Stone White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This charming 18k white gold ring from the Edwardian era is centered with a sparkling old mine cut diamond that weighs 0.76ct. and is flanked by two smaller old mine cut diamonds wei...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Old Miner Twin Diamond Sapphire Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 5 Width: 1.75 mm Weight: 3.12 grams 18K White Gold art deco (1920-1930), diamond and sapphire cocktail, dinner, dress ring ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.5 Carat Pear Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 3.5 Carat Pear Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Size 8 Pear shape Emerald Ring Emeralds are very precious , Very Difficult to find now a days and ge...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Old Cut Diamond 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
The piece showcases 5 old cut diamonds, gently graduating in size, each set in delicate white gold bezels with fine millgrain edging, reminiscent of classic antique craftsmanship.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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