GIA Certified 2.62 Carat Oval Green Alexandrite & Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 2.62 carat oval cut natural green alexandrite measuring 8.6 x 7.5mm is set in a four-prong platinum 900 mounting flanked by stepped baguette diamond clusters on each sh...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Belrose Estate Jewelers GIA Certified 2.85 Carat Color-Changing Alexandrite Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Contemporary Year: 21st Century Metal: 18 Karat gold Gemstone: Alexandrite Carat Weight: 2.85 Cut: Oval Color: Bluish green changing to Purple Clarity: Transpare...
Alexandrite, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Diamond GIA Certified Brazilian Alexandrite Paraiba Tourmaline Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Stones- 1 GIA Certified Triangular/Trillion Cut Bluish Green Paraiba Tourmaline 1.29 Carats, GIA Certified 8 Oval Shaped Brazilian Alexandrites 1.2...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA 2.05 Carat Alexandrite Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified 2.05 carat natural Alexandrite and diamond engagement ring.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 5.50Ct Natural Ceylon Alexandrite Ring Accented With Side Diamonds
By The Diamond Source
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a custom one of a kind Platinum and 18K Gold Ring. It is set with a beautiful Cushion Modified Brilliant Cut Natural Alexandrite with a GIA report. It is transparent with a ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Alexandrite & Diamond Halo Ring - Oval 1.70ctw GIA Floral Lace
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $60 Metal Content: 90% Platinum Stone Information Natural Alexandrite Carat(s): 1.07ct (carat stamp) Cut: Oval C...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Peter Suchy 2.42 Carat Alexandrite Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified Alexandrite and diamond three-stone engagement ring. Oval cabochon Alexandrite center stone with two round accent diamonds with a halo of round diamonds. Created in the...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Alexandrite & Diamond Ring 1.53ct Oval FGL Certified 0.59ctw
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Title: 18K Yellow Gold Alexandrite & Diamond Ring 1.53ct Oval FGL Certified 0.59ctw Size 6.5 Description: 18K yellow gold ring containing one (1) oval natural alexandrite, estimated...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy 5.40 Carat Natural Alexandrite Diamond Platinum Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified natural oval Alexandrite and diamond three-stone engagement ring. moderate color change. The Alexandrite is from an estate. The platinum and 18k yellow gold setting is ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
New 18k Gold 1.46ct GIA Ceylon Alexandrite & Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Alexandrite - Octagonal Cut - Prong Set - Yellowish Green changing to Orangy-Brown Color - 1.24ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification...
Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 0.83 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA certified 0.83 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 1.43 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.40 Carats Unheated Rubies and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 3.40 Carat Natural unheated Rubies and 1.41 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18K Gold GIA Certified 2.14 Carat Color Change Garnet Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Art Deco Inspired Extremely Elegant Handmade Rare Pyrope-Spessartine Color Change Garnet Diamond Engagement Ring. Metal- 18K White Gold, .750. Stones- GI...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.58 Carat Untreated Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 3.58 Carat Natural, Untreated (No Heat), Mozambican Ruby and 1.07 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Untreated Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Natural, Untreated (No Heat) Ruby and 0.29 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.98 Carat, Untreated (No Oil), Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 0.98 Carat Natural, Untreated (No Oil), Colombian Emerald and 0.77 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.52 Carat, Minor Oil (F1), Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 3.52 Carat Natural, Minor Oil (F1), Colombian Emerald and 1.83 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.25 Carat Heart Shape Colombian Emerald Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 2.25 Carat Natural Colombian, Minor Oiled Emerald and 1.02 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.08 Carat Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.08 Carat Natural Untreated (Unheated) Ruby and 0.69 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.28 Carat Siam Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.28 Carat Natural Siam (Thailand) Ruby and 1.18 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Natural, E Color, Internally Flawless Diamond Band Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A gorgeous Unisex Ring featuring a GIA Certified E, Internally Flawless, 1.03 Carat Natural Diamond set in Platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.14 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Toi Et Moi Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.14 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and 1.02 Carat D, Si-2 Diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat, Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 1.00 Carat Natural Emerald and 0.91 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of years. Emeralds have a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Platinum 2.23ctw AGL Best Color Change Brazil Alexandrite Diamond 3 Oval Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
New custom made ring by Badis Jewelers. Comes w/ the original AGL certification for the alexandrite & 2 GIA Certifications for the 2 diamonds.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.40 Carats Unheated Rubies and Diamond Ring Made in 18K Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in 18 Karat Gold featuring a GIA Certified 3.40 Carat Natural unheated Rubies and 1.41 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Pigeon's Blood Red Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Natural Untreated, Burmese Ruby and 0.37 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Pigeon's Blood Red Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and 0.37 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.33 Carat Pigeon's Blood Red Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.33 Carat Natural Pigeon's Blood Red Burmese Ruby and 0.37 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.08 Carat Burmese, Pigeon Blood Color Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.08 Carat Natural Burmese, Pigeon's Blood Ruby and 1.12 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.17 Carat Siam Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 3.17 Carat Natural Siam Ruby and 0.52 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.07 Carat Sri Lankan Sapphire and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 4.07 Carat Natural Sapphire and 0.96 Carats Diamond Accents set in Platinum Sapphires have extraordinary durability - they excel in hardness as well as t...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.18 Carat Siam 'Thailand' Ruby and Diamond Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Vintage Estate ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.18 Carat Natural Siam (Thailand) Ruby and 1.96 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.94 Carat Natural, Vivid Green Emerald and Diamond Ring made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 0.94 Carat Natural Zambian Emerald and 0.54 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.86 Carat Alexandrite Fashion Ring
Located in Encino, CA
One electronically tested platinum ladies cast alexandrite and diamond ring. The featured alexandrite is set within a diamond bezel supported by a diamond accented under gallery and ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 18.53 Carat Alexandrite Fashion Ring
Located in Encino, CA
One electronically tested 18KT white gold ladies cast alexandrite and diamond ring with a bright polish finish. The featured alexandrite is set within a diamond bezel supported by di...
Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold
3.23 Carat GIA Cert Alexandrite Diamond Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Carmel, CA
A striking 3.23 carat Alexandrite, Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Ring.
Alexandrite, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
GIA 14.02 Carat Mystic Sapphire Halo Ring
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Mined in Tanzania, this GIA Certified Natural Color Changing 14.02 carat Pear cut Sapphire [Green to Purple] is an exceptionally rare form of Corundum which exhibits the rare and rem...
Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
PURPLE PINK NATURAL STAR SAPPHIRE RING 17 CT! GIA CERTIFIED NO HEAT! Sri Lanka!
Located in Galveston, TX
*HUGE* ~17 CARAT NATURAL COLOR-CHANGE PINK - PURPLE STAR SAPPHIRE WITH 6 RAYS! NEW GIA CERT APRIL 2026! SRI LANKAN ORIGIN REPORT! 20-DIAMOND HALO (~1.75 TCW) SOLID PLATINUM BAND &a...
Star Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Superb 6.61 Carat Alexandrite Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
To find an alexandrite of 2-3 carats with good color change is a very difficult task.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 4 Carat Cats Eye Alexandrite & Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
G-H Color VS1-2 Clarity Ring Size: 6, sizeable Rise Above Finger: 9.3mm Ring Face: 13.2mm x 18.4mm Band Width: 3.2mm, tapers to 2.2mm Weight: 8.0 grams Includes: GIA Alexandrite Or...
Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Diamond GIA Certified 1.55 Carat Alexandrite Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection A Truly Rare and Amazing Stone and an Exceptional Ring. Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Stones- 1 GIA Certified Oval Alexandrite 1.55 Carats, 23 Round ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
7.81 Carat Alexandrite Diamond 18k White Gold Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k white gold, certified by the GIA as natural with no treatment, this fine alexandrite ring is ready to be worn and loved.
Alexandrite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Oval Alexandrite Diamond Halo Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Alexandrite and diamond engagement ring. GIA and AGL certified natural oval 3.00 certified center stone with a halo of 40 round brilliant cut diamonds and 2 marquise set accent diamo...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum Diamond GIA Certified 1.55 Carat Alexandrite Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection A Truly Rare and Amazing Stone and an Exceptional Ring. Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Stones- 1 GIA Certified Oval Alexandrite 1.55 Carats, 23 Round ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Color Change Alexandrite and Diamond Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Contemporary Year: 2024 Metal: Platinum Gemstone: Alexandrite Carat Weight: 0.84 Cut: Oval Brilliant Color: Green changing to Gray-Purple Clarity: Transparent A...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamond GIA Certified Brazilian Alexandrite Paraiba Tourmaline Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Metal- 90% Platinum, 10% Iridium. Stones- 1 GIA Certified Triangular/Trillion Cut Bluish Green Paraiba Tourmaline 1.29 Carats, GIA Certified 8 Oval Shaped Brazilian Alexandrites 1.2...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.39 Carat, Brazilian Alexandrite and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A gorgeous Ring featuring a GIA Certified 1.39 Carat, Natural Alexandrite and 2.40 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.38 Carat Brazilian Alexandrite and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A gorgeous ring featuring a GIA Certified 1.38 Carat, Natural Brazilian Alexandrite and 0.53 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.92 Carat Brazilian Alexandrite and Diamond Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A gorgeous ring featuring a GIA Certified 0.92 Carat, Natural Brazilian Alexandrite and 0.31 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
8.29ct Alexandrite Diamond Platinum 3-Stone Ring, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and difficult to source natural Alexandrite weighing 8.29 carats. Stones over 3 carats are scarce making this 8 carat example extremely rare. It is accented by 2 baguette-cut...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
AGL Certified 3 Carat Alexandrite Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Greenville, DE
The Classic Orissa Alexandrite is extremely rare for its beautiful color change from Green/blue in daylight and then purple red at night. This ring is crafted in an Oscar Heyman Moun...
Platinum
1.57 Carat Alexandrite Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Alexandrite Platinum engagement ring circa 1950 in a classic setting with tapered baguette Diamond accents. GIA certified Alexandrite center that changes color from green to ...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified Alexandrite Three Stone Classic Engagement Diamond 14k White Gold
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Material: 14K White Gold Center Stone Details: 1 Oval Alexandrite at 0.92 Carats - GIA Certified Alexandrite Measures: 7.61 x 4.7 Millimeters Side Stone Details: 2 Round Brilliant Wh...
Alexandrite, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 1.52 Carat Natural Madagascar Padparadscha Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a GIA Certified 1.52 Carat Natural Madagascar Padparadscha Sapphire and 0.86 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Platinum
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat 'No Oil' (Untreated) Colombian Emerald Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning Cocktail Ring featuring a GIA Certified 1.03 Carat No Oil Colombian Emerald and 1.55 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.23 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Engagement Ring featuring a GIA Certified 0.23 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.26 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.09 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Halo Ring featuring a GIA Certified 1.09 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 1.09 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.65 Carat Natural Burmese Pigeon's Blood Color Ruby Ring
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning Ring featuring a GIA Certified, 1.65 Carat, Natural, Pigeon's Blood, Burmese Ruby and 1.05 Carats of Diamonds set in Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.32 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful and elegant ring featuring a GIA Certified 0.32 Carat Trillion Cut Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.25 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.30 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a GIA Certified 0.30 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.34 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and 1.32 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
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.