$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
14k White Gold 2CTW Diamonds Pave Ring with Brilliant Round Center
Located in New York, NY
Discover the exquisite beauty of our Pave Nipple Diamond Ring, crafted from luxurious 14k white gold. Weighing 4.9 grams and featuring a stunning 2ctw diamond, this ring is designed ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Pavé Diamond Eternity Engagement Ring Mounting for ~1ct Round - Size 5
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
And a pavé diamond band. Ring Size - 5 Total Weight - 5.83g
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.06 Carat Round Cushion Solitaire Pave Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a captivating centerpiece of a GIA-certified round diamond weighing 1.06 ,...
Diamond, Platinum
14k White Gold Black & White Round Diamond Pavé Swirl Cocktail Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Striking and sophisticated, this 14K white gold ring showcases a stunning array of round-cut white and black diamonds. The white diamonds, totaling 3.00 carats, exhibit a captivating...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Natural Round Diamond Pave Wide Free Form Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold Natural Round Diamond Pave Wide Free Form Ring This stunning Diamond Pave Wide Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.74cttw Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle away with this stunning ladies cocktail ring. Crafted in 14k white gold. Showcasing pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.74 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.34cttw Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Ladies Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pave set round cut diamond band ring is a perfect fit for any occasion.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Round Half Bezel Hidden Halo Pave Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, this stunning diamond ring features a GIA-certified round diamond weighing 1.5 with remarkable brilliance, col...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.06 Ct GIA Certified Round Diamond Round Emerald Halo &Pave Shank 18k Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.06 Round diamond, G color, IF clarity, Internally Flawless with Triple Excellent Specs. a stunning classic, incredibly beautiful diamond set in a hand made Double Rou...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Round Twisted Braid Pave Band Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** Handcrafted in New York, a stunning diamond ring that captures the essence of timeless elegance, featuring a remarkable round F VS2 2.0...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1.21cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Modern and chic ladies wide band ring crafted in 14k white gold. This ring features round cut diamonds encrusted in pave setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.75cttw Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Modern ladies three row band ring crafted in 14k white gold. This ring features round brilliant cut diamonds encrusted in pave setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.26cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This ring features sparkling round cut diamonds in pave setting totaling 2.26 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2 Carat Round Cut Blue Sapphire Pave Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite diamond and sapphire ring offers a striking statement look with a sea of rich blue sapphires. The ring features a large 2.01 carat GIA certified diamond encircled by thr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.85cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle away with this bold ladies cocktail ring. Crafted in 14k white gold. Showcasing pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.85 carats with round intricate detailing design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.03cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a luxury and bold natural diamond ring crafted in 14k white gold. This fancy ring is highlighted with 1.03 carats of dazzling pave set white round cut diamonds with I colo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Round Brilliant Pave Diamond Bow Band Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The ribbon design is embellished with .12 carats of sparkling round pave diamonds, F-G in color and VS1-VS2 in clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
0.27cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Wide Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Speak of the bold and beautiful diamond wide band ring. This ring features pave set shimmering round brilliant cut diamonds crafted in high polished 14K white gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.03cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a luxury and bold natural diamond ring crafted in 14k yellow gold. This fancy ring is highlighted with 1.03 carats of dazzling pave set white round cut diamonds with I col...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.96cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
It features pave set round cut diamonds weighing 0.96 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
0.72cttw Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This ring features sparkling round cut diamonds in pave setting totaling 0.72 carat.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.28cttw Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Speak of the bold and beautiful design of this 14k white gold diamond ring band. It features round brilliant cut diamonds encrusted in pave setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Wedding Band - 14k Round Brilliant .25ctw Ring Pave
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Br...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Round Brilliant Cut Pave Diamond Dome Platinum Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Pave Diamond 13.0mm Dome Platinum Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Platinum
Captivating 0.90ct Round Brilliant Diamond Pave Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
The high-quality polish ensures a smooth and flawless finish, further enhancing the ring's luxurious appeal. At the heart of this ring lies a captivating 0.9-carat round brilliant di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Men's Ring - 14k Round .50ctw Geometric Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Round Br...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Round brilliant diamond twisted pave setting engagement ring wedding band in 18c
Located in London, GB
Round brilliant diamond twisted pave setting engagement ring wedding band in 18ct white gold.
Diamond
Rachel Koen Pave Round Cut Diamond Ring 14K White Gold 0.33Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Sparkle with this white gold pave diamond ring band. This ring provides a polished look with its round-cut diamond stones set half way through the ring in octagon shaped shanks.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.00 Carat Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the captivating allure of the 2.00 Carat Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.00 Carat Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Ring 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the breathtaking 2.00 Carat Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.00 Carat Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your style with the mesmerizing 2.00 Carat Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,950Sale Price|21% Off
14K Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Diamond Pave Chain Link Style Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K Yellow Gold Natural Round Brilliant Diamond Pave Chain Link Style Ring Ring Material :14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 0.16 carats of natural round bril...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Jean Vitau 18K Yellow Gold Round Ruby and Pave Diamond Dome Ring
By Jean Vitau
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Jean Vitau Material: 18K yellow gold Rubies: 7 round cut= 2.70cttw Diamonds: 78 round cut= 1.30cttw Color: G-H Clarity: VS2-SI1 Dimensions: the ring measures 14.50mm wide a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Fashion Ring w/Pave Round Brilliant Diamonds Totaling 3.43ct
Located in New York, NY
The ring is set with 3.43 carats of round brilliant diamonds, arranged in a pave setting to maximize their brilliance and sparkle.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
0.29cttw Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This classic diamond band ring is crafted in 14k white gold and showcases round cut shimmering diamonds. The total diamond carat weight is 0.27 carat. The diamonds are in color I and...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.51 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Pavé Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Accented by round cut diamonds weighing 0.25 carat total on a pavé setting in a half-way design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate Dorado 18K Pave Round Carré Diamond Bow Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
The composition centers on a refined band of Carré-cut diamonds, flanked by two domed clusters of perfectly matched round brilliants. The interplay between the crisp geometry of the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$950 / item
Pave Diamond Signet Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
Pave Diamond Signet Ring This item is made by order, please let us now your desired gold colored and ring size Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Gold GR: 2.22 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Estate 18k White Gold Round Diamond & Blue Sapphire Pavé Wide Band Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Explore the elegance of this modern 21st-century ring, crafted in 18k white gold. The design features a stunning array of round blue sapphires, totaling 1.5 carats, meticulously set ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 2.23ctw Large Round Pave Set Diamonds Domed Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (36) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Nice large Round Cut Diamonds graduating as the go down the sides - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 2.23ctw (exact) Material...
Diamond, Platinum
Classic Platinum 0.60ctw Round Pave Diamond Stackable Wedding Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS2-SI2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 0.60 (approx.)
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Round Curved Ocean Wave Pave Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An exquisite diamond ring that effortlessly combines elegance and modern design, featuring a stunning round diamond center stone weighi...
Diamond, Platinum
1.05ct Natural Round Diamond Platinum Ring With 0.40ct Pave Baguette Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
Inspired by one of the world’s most iconic styles, This Natural Round Engagement Ring is a true design masterpiece. Flawlessly created, This diamond ring is a timeless symbol of endu...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.73 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Pavé Engagement Ring
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Accented by round cut diamonds weighing 0.35 carat total, set in a half-way pavé design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.75tcw 14K Round Colombian Emerald & Diamond Accent Floral Pave Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Crafted in twon toned solid 14K yellow and white gold. Setting Style: Prong/Pave Setting Material: 14K Yellow & White Gold Setting Weight: 6.9 Grams Main Stone: Emerald Shape: Roun...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.27cttw Two Tone Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle away with this bold two tone ladies cocktail ring. Crafted in 14k white and yellow gold. Showcasing pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.27 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold
2.12Carat Two Tone Pave Set Round Diamond Ladies Cocktail Ring 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle away with this bold ladies cocktail ring. Crafted in 14k yellow and white gold. Showcasing pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 2.12 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold
White Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring - 14k Round 3.50ctw Contoured Pave
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 3.50ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Co...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tri-Color Metal Fashion Pave Rings with 5.75 Cts of Round Diamonds
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Tri-color metal fashion pave rings (18k y,w,and r gold) featuring 5.75 cts of round diamonds
Diamond, Mixed Metal
2.5 Carat Round Cut Diamond Pave Cuban Link Ring 14 Karat
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k white gold Diamond Details: Approx. 2.5ctw of round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Ring Size: 8 Ring Measurements: 1" x 0.30" x 1" Total Wei...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bottega Veneta Pave Round Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold Size 5.75
By Bottega Veneta
Located in New York, NY
Bold and beautiful Bottega Veneta cocktail ring. Featuring tiny sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds encrusted on a square mounting in pave setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18K White Gold Pavé Round Baguette Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring 2.10ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A contemporary ring done in 18K white gold both pavé and channel set with approximately 2.10ctw in H-K color Si1-I1 clarity round and baguette diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Round Curved Ocean Wave Pave Platinum Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
**Save this ring ❤️ to receive price updates** An exquisite diamond ring that effortlessly combines elegance and modern design, featuring a stunning round diamond center stone weighi...
Diamond, Platinum
0.94 GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Round and Pave Side-stone Diamond Ring
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
This elegant engagement ring features a 0.94ct fancy yellow round diamond with VVS2 clarity, certified by GIA.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Ladies 18k White Gold Round 1.61 Carat Diamond Pave Eternity Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Top: 2.3 mm Band Width: 2.3 mm Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 6 Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 1.9 Grams Stone: 1.61 CT Diamonds G SI Cond...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$1,516Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Marquise Round Diamond Pave Double Band Wedding Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, this exquisite ring is handset with 0.52 carat of sparkling diamonds. Diamond is a April birthstone and is believed to boost confidence and enhance creativit...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum 0.27ctw Dual Two Row Round Fishtail Pave Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Classic vintage fishtail pave band. Enjoy! --Stone(s):-- (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Transitional & Round Brilliant Cut - Fishtail Pave Set - G/H Color - VS2/SI1 Clarity Tot...
Diamond, Platinum
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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