$19,584Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 1 Carat Oval Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. engagement ring features a stunning oval brilliant cut diamond, meticulously set in a classic platinum solitaire mounting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$208,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 5.26 Ct. Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Novo engagement ring is an exceptional piece of jewelry.
Diamond, Platinum
$13,370Sale Price|30% Off
Tiffany & Co. Fancy Yellow Oval Cut Double Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully crafted Tiffany & Co. Soleste engagement ring in platinum and 18K yellow gold, centered with a 0.56ct natural Fancy Vivid Yellow oval-cut diamond of VVS2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co., 5.26 Carat Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond "Novo" Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond cut: Oval Brilliant Carat: 5.10 carats Measurements: 13.00 x 10.00 x 6.23 mm Color: H Clarity: VS1 Cut: Excellent Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Excellent Inscription: T&Co. X0...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co., 4.38 Carat Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond "Soleste" Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond cut: Oval Brilliant Carat: 4.06 carats Measurements: 12.39 x 9.00 x 5.67 mm Color: H Clarity: VVS1 Cut: Excellent Polish: Excellent Symmetry: Excellent Inscription: T&Co. (S...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Oval Diamond 0.60 ct E VS2 Halo Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Oval Diamond Engagement Ring Style: Soleste Halo with a Diamond Band Ref. number: 69159958 Certificate: GIA 1236367637 Metal: Platinum 950 Size / Measurements:...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Oval .61 cts Center Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. Soleste engagement ring featuring a 0.61 carat oval brilliant diamond of exceptional H color and VVS2 clarity, surrounded by a halo of round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Soleste Oval 1.14ct Diamond Halo Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A dazzling oval cut diamond sits within this oval shaped halo, created by the world famous Tiffany & Co designers.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.38ct Oval Cut Diamond Platinum Soleste Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 0.38ct Oval Cut Diamond Platinum Soleste Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ801 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Model: Soleste Ring Type: Ring Accompanied By: Tiffany & Co. Box,...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Signed 4.36 carat Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 4.36 carat & 0.61 carats. diamond Color/Clarity: Mozambique H Paraiba Tourmaline, D-G VVS1-VS2 clarity Certifications: AGL & Tiffany & Co. Retail Price lett...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
$238,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Enchant 2.60 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A breathtaking expression of rarity and brilliance, this Tiffany & Co. Enchant ring showcases an extraordinary 2.60 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond, elegantly presented in the h...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.75ct Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This breathtaking Tiffany & Co. Soleste ring features a magnificent 1.75-carat oval modified brilliant-cut natural diamond, radiating with a rare and mesmerizing Fancy Vivid Yell...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Star Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Vintage star ruby and diamond ring by Tiffany & Co. Set centrally with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced Burmese star ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight o...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Oval Cabochon Emerald & Diamonds approx. 0.55 cts. Color/Clarity: Rich Vibrant Green / Diamonds F-G VS Certifications: AGL Certified Size: 6.0 Creator: Tiffany & Co. Me...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K Rose Gold Halo Diamond Oval Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Our latest design! An elegant Tiffany Blue Colored Oval Cabochon Natural Turquoise surrounded by beautiful diamonds in a halo setting.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany and Co 1.08 Carat Ruby And 0.23 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany and Co Title: Tiffany and Co 1.08 Carat Ruby And 0.23 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.08 Carat RUBY Number of...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
9.88 Carat Oval Cabochon Tanzanite Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Tanzanite and diamond ring. 9.88 Carat oval cabochon bezel set Tanzanite center stone. Mounted in a 14k white gold X style setting with 8 princess cut accent diamonds along th...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$300,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 5.01 Carat Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking example of Tiffany & Co.’s timeless elegance, this engagement ring features a magnificent 5.01 carat oval cut diamond, graded F color and VS1 clarity, offering a refin...
Diamond, Platinum
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 2.11 Carat Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and timeless engagement ring by Tiffany & Co., crafted in platinum and centered with a beautiful oval-cut diamond weighing 2.11 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Oval GIA Diamond Engagement
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Oval Diamond Engagement Ring. This diamond ring has a 4.00ct oval brilliant cut diamond center (Color: F, Clarity: VVS2, GIA#21859869, Tiffany H05110692) in a diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Novo Fancy Vivid Yellow Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Novo Fancy Vivid Yellow Oval Diamond Engagement Ring From Tiffany’s celebrated Novo Collection, this engagement ring features a striking oval cut Fancy Vi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$164,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3.28 Carat Platinum Oval Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. engagement ring features a stunning natural oval brilliant diamond at the center, certified by GIA.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$3,120Sale Price / item|20% Off
Forget Me Knot Oval Cut Emerald Ring 1 Carat in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Glamorously bold and unabashedly seductive. This showstopper ring features a glorious claw set oval cut emerald, embraced by small golden ropes, converging to two knots and round bri...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum GIA 1.52ct Oval Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
PT950 Condition: 100% authentic Tiffany & Co. engagement ring in excellent condition!
Diamond, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Soleste engagement ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant Tiffany & Co. Soleste engagement ring is finely crafted in platinum and showcases a stunning 2.08 carat oval brilliant cut center diamond, graded G color and VVS2 cl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$33,600Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly collectible Tiffany & Co. engagement ring, showcasing the maison’s mastery in colored diamond design and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$9,750Sale Price|50% Off
Vivid Royal Blue Sapphire Burma Mogok No Heat Perfectly Clean in Diamond Ring
Located in Warren, NJ
This exquisite ring from LaFrancee is a stunning masterpiece that features a unheated natural vivid, royal blue perfectly clean blue sapphire from Burma Mogok mines. The sapphire is ...
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$60,480Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Tiffany & Co. 2 Carat G VVS2 Oval Brilliant Diamond Platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This certified Tiffany & Co. platinum ring features a stunning 2 carat oval brilliant diamond, combining elegant proportions with exceptional brilliance.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
$10,800Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant and refined three-stone ring by Tiffany & Co. showcases the perfect balance between vibrant color and timeless luxury.
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
$46,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3.90 Carat No Heat Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful Tiffany & Co. platinum ring featuring a natural oval cut no heat blue sapphire weighing approximately 3.00 carats.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$46,400Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 3.90 Carat No Heat Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful Tiffany & Co. platinum ring featuring a natural oval cut no heat blue sapphire weighing approximately 3.00 carats.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum Sapphire Unheated Purple Diamond GIA Ring Antique Old Mine 17.37 CTS!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents... BEST OF THE BEST... GIA BREATHTAKING PLATINUM HUGE 17.37 CARAT UNHEATED PURPLE SAPPHIRE DIAMOND VINTAGE RING & BOX! GIANT 13.51 CARAT REGAL PUR...
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Kern Jewelry Set Gold Turquoise Cabochon Sapphire Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Their estate collection features a diverse range of vintage and antique jewelry and watches, including pieces from renowned designers like Tiffany & Co. Whether you're searching for ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Attached safety pins became very handy and this element is the era’s design feature. Tiffany & Co. introduced their first solitaire diamond engagement ring during the Late Victorian...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Tiffany Diamond Engagement Halo Ring Platine
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Geneva, CH
Tiffany & Co. Halo diamond engagement ring. The primary oval diamond is 0.55 carat, D colour and it is surrounded by 38 small round brilliant-cut diamonds (total weight 0.27 carat).
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling oval brilliant cut engagement ring. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Tiffany & Co. Engagement Ring Set with Amethyst, Onyx and Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Warrington, PA
Antique Tiffany & Company Engagement Ring set with Amethyst, Onyx and Diamonds
Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Platinum 1.6 Carat GIA Oval Diamond Sculpture Ring
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Platinum 1.6 Carat GIA Diamond Sculpture Ring . Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla has simplified the cocktail ring as a sculpture for the finger in Platinum . Looks great off as well...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 1.51 Certified Diamond Engagement Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
GIA 1.51 E Color , SI1 Certified Diamond Engagement Ring in 18 Karat Gold. Tiffany designer, Thomas Kurilla is keeping the design consistent to his style.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.26 Carat GIA Diamond Sculpture Engagement Ring
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.26 Carat GIA Diamond Sculpture Ring . Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla has simplified the engagement ring as a sculpture for the finger in gold. Keeping it so...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Platinum Sculpture GIA Diamond 2.02 Carats Ring
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Sculpture Ring Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla has simplified the cocktail ring as a sculpture for the finger in Platinum . Simple elegant curved shank design. Looks great...
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
Solid Platinum and Diamond Sapphire Ring
Located in Deland, FL
This ring was custom made and hand drawn from scratch by JACOB RAVDIN. The casting is made out of solid platinum and the raw casting without stones weighs 11.5 grams, and a little ov...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
18 Karat White Gold 1.6 Carat GIA Diamond Sculpture Ring
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold 1.6 Carat GIA Diamond Sculpture Ring . Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla has simplified the cocktail ring as a sculpture for the finger in Platinum . Looks great ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare 3ct Carat Tsavorite Garnet Diamond Halo Ring 18ct White Gold Valuation
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Take a Good Look at this Stunning Tsavorite Ring. You Won’t Find Another Like It! The star of this piece is the large, 3.13ct Natural Tsavorite Garnet that is graded ‘Vivid Yellowi...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, White Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable
2.14 Carat Old Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We are proudly presenting this beautiful old cut diamond solitair ring. The setting is new and based of the tiffany design, made of 14K white gold. The old cut diamond is 2.14 ca...
Diamond, 14k Gold
5.24 Carat Radiant Diamond Ring Fancy Yellow 18K Gold Rare Fancy-Color Splendour
Located in Mumbai, IN
Tiffany Hsu · Stylists building capsule wardrobes favour radiant pieces that will still look current a decade from now; this 5.24ct radiant cut fancy yellow diamond and diamond engag...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
5.72 Carat Natural Oval Violet Tanzanite and Diamond Ring Platinum GIA Certified
Located in Middletown, DE
JUST IN TIME FOR THE HOLIDAYS! We have been able to purchase one MOST VIVID 5.72 carat Natural Violet Tanzanite's we have ever seen. The color of this tanzanite is a stunning vivid...
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Oval Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful platinum diamond Tiffany & Co. engagement ring from the Soleste Oval collection.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co., 3.08 Carat Oval Diamond Soleste Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond cut: Oval Brilliant Carat: 2.77 carats Measurements: 10.75 x 7.76 x 4.87 mm Color: G Clarity: VS1 Cut: Excellent Polish: Very Good Symmetry: Excellent Fluorescence: Medium B...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 3.44 Carats Oval Diamond Platinum Contemporary Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring an oval cut diamond weighing 1.44 carat - E color with VVS2 clarity. Half bezel set East to West with dramatic cathedral shoulders. Pavè set with round brilliant cut diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. GIA Certified Platinum 1.01 Carat Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. GIA Certified Platinum 1.01 Carat Solitaire Oval Diamond Engagement Ring Designer: Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 3 Oval Diamond Engagement Ring 1.44cts with Box/Papers
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This stunning Tiffany & Co. engagement ring is set in platinum. 3 oval diamonds are each set in 4 prongs.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum 3 Oval Diamond Engagement Ring 1.44cts with Box/Papers
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This stunning Tiffany & Co. engagement ring is set in platinum. 3 oval diamonds are each set in 4 prongs.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. GIA Report Three-Stone Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Breathtaking Three Stone Oval Cut Diamond Platinum Ring by the one and only Tiffany & Co. This stunner features F Color VVS Clarity Diamonds with a 2.45 carat total weight. The g...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum .95ct E VS2 Oval Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. engagement ring from the Tiffany Classic collection, featuring a 0.95-carat oval brilliant diamond secured in a platinum four-prong setting.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Oval Soleste Diamond Engagement Ring 2.33 Cts Total FVS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Diamond Engagement featuring a 2.03 ct Oval Shape Center diamond finely crafted in Platinum graded F color and VS1 clarity with Tiffany certificate #63690147 ac...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring 1.00ct
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Tiffany & Co Diamond Engagement Ring, made of 950 Platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 2.06 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Tiffany and Co. solitaire engagement ring crafted in platinum featuring a magnificent GIA Certified oval brilliant cut diamond weighing 2.06 carats, D color VVS2 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Oval Diamond Soleste Engagement Ring 2.02ctTW FVS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Diamond Engagement ring featuring a 1.72 ct Oval Shape diamond center graded bright F color and fine VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Oval 1.03 Ct Cntr Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum F VS1
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany & Co. Soleste diamond engagement ring is finely crafted in platinum (PT950) and features a stunning 1.03-carat oval-cut center diamond, graded F color and VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Oval Diamond Engagement Ring 2.06 Ct D/VVS2 GIA Certified
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning platinum diamond ring by Tiffany & Co. The ring comprises of an oval cut diamond in a 4 claw setting with a weight of 2.06ct, D colour and VVS2 clarity. The ring is a size...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Soleste Oval Diamond Engagement Ring F VS1 2.33 Cts Total
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Diamond Engagement ring featuring a 2.03 ct Oval Shape Center diamond finely crafted in Platinum graded F color and VS1 clarity with Tiffany certificate #636901...
Diamond, 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.