100 Year Old Antique Edwardian Era Opal and Diamond Flower Halo Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
This antique ring was made during the beginning of the 1900's and is estimated to be over 100 years old. It features a stunning opal with beautiful yellow orange and blue hues. Aroun...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Filigree 1.28 Carat Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Late Edwardian - Art Deco Year: 1915-1920s Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.28 Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: K-L Clarity: VS2 Additio...
Diamond, Platinum
$9,790Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 1 Carat Old European Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This 1 carat Art Deco engagement ring is a stunning solitaire with a 100 year old history.
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.95 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 4.95 Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: I Clarity: SI1 2 Accent Diamonds: 0.50 carats tota...
Diamond, Platinum
$16,800Sale Price|20% Off
Antique GIA 1.10 Ct Old European Diamond Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This 1920's jazz-age platinum ring emanates vintage charm and enchantment. Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.10 C...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1.64 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Late Edwardian - Art Deco Year: 1910-1935 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.64 Cut: Old European Color: J Clarity: VVS2 Accent Diamonds: 20 Round s...
Diamond, Platinum
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
Edwardian Revival 1 Ctw Old European Cut Diamond Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Edwardian Year: 2000s Metal: 14k Rose Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.84 Cut: Old European Color: K Clarity: SI1 Accent Diamonds: 12 Round Brilliant Cuts 0....
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 2.94 Carat Old European Cut Diamond and Emerald Bombè Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: 2024 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 2.94 Cut: Old European Color: L Clarity: VS1 Accent Diamonds & Gemstones: 48 Old European & Old Mine...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian Old European Cut Diamond, Platinum and Yellow Gold Long Cocktail Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
One of our absolute favorite rings from our collection, this beautiful 100+ year old Antique Edwardian cocktail ring is set with approximately 3.87 carats of true Old European cut di...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mid Century 1950 Tiffany & Co GIA Flawless 2 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Mid Century Year: 1950s (Diamond 1880s) Metal: 18 Karat yellow gold with purity, hallmark and carat weight Diamond: Carat Weight: 2.03 Cut: Old Mine Cushio...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1912 Edwardian Opal Old Mine Diamond 14K Gold Navette Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Edwardian Year: 1912 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone: Opal Carat Weight: 0.75 Cut: Cabochon Color:Blue-green Clarity: Opaque Diamonds: 18 Carat Weight: 1....
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Belrose Estate Jewelers GIA 5 Carat Antique Elongated Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The rare phenomenon of fluorescence lends the H color an even whiter appearance in natural light. Our captivating ring was crafted by our goldsmiths utilizing a repurposed, 150 year ...
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$1,560Sale Price|40% Off
Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Late Edwardian/Early Art Deco Year: 1915 Metal: 18K White Gold Center Gemstone: Diamond Carat Weight: 0.40 Cut: Old Mine Color: K Clarity: VS1 Ring Size...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Elongated Edwardian Twin Diamond Three Stone Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Edwardian Year: 1901-1910 Metal: Platinum Diamonds: Carat Weight: 1.30 Total Cut: Old Mine Color: I & K Clarity: SI1 & I1 Graded by GIA standards ...
Diamond, Platinum
$30,000Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant Edwardian GIA Diamond 3 Stone 4 Carat Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Own a true piece of history in this 120 year old heirloom. Condition: Very Good Era: Edwardian Year: 1901-1910 Metal: Platinum Total Diamond Weight 4.03 Central Diamond: Carat Weig...
Diamond, Platinum
$2,520Sale Price|40% Off
Art Deco 0.86ct Light Yellow Diamond Engraved Engagement Filigree Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 14K White Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.86 Cut: Old Mine Circular Brilliant Color: Light Yellow P/Q Clarity: VVS2 Ring S...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Diamond Filigree Ring in Plat & 14K WG ~ 1.18ct Center
Located in Fairfield, CT
Antique Art Deco Diamond Filigree Ring in Platinum & 14K White Gold This antique Art Deco ring showcases an ~1.18 carat old-cut center diamond surrounded by approximately 1.26 c...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
GIA 1.20 Carat Total Weight Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1920s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.6 grams Diamond Details: GIA Report Number: 2231041072 Weight: 1.20ct total weigh...
Diamond, Platinum
$7,200Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco GIA Certified 0.90 Carat Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Good, wear consistent with age and use. Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 18K White Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.90 Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: M Clarity: VS2...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Antique 3 Stone 4 Carats Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Excellent Era: Art Deco Year: 1900 (Diamonds) 2024 (Setting) Metal: Platinum Central Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.39 carats total Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: H Clarity...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
This romantic Art Deco engagement ring features a brilliant .56 carat diamond (K-L color, SI1 clarity) in a quintessential 100-year-old 1920s setting.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,680Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Diamond & Blue Sapphire 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good; wear consistent with age Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 18K White Gold Center Gemstone: Diamond Carat Weight: 0.86 Cut: Old European Color: J Clarity: V...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Retro 1940s 14k Rose Gold Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring, 0.95ct
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Retro Year: 1940s Metal: 14k Rose Gold & Palladium Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.95 Cut: Old European Color: I-J Clarity: SI2 Accent Gemstones & Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Palladium
Dinh Van Diamond Pyramid Ring French 18K White Gold ~5.65ctw With Papers
By Jean Dinh Van
Located in Fairfield, CT
Dinh Van Diamond Pyramid Ring French 18K White Gold ~5.65ctw With Papers This bold cocktail ring centers on a ~1.45-carat European-cut diamond, its white fire drawing the eye. Surro...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau 0.70ct Diamond Cluster Unisex Ring in 18K Gold & Silver
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Art Nouveau Year: 1900 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Diamonds: Carat Weight: 0.70 Cut: 10 Rose Cut, 1 Old Mine Color: L-N Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 6, siz...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond & Emerald 3-Stone Edwardian Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Good Era: Edwardian Year: 1901-1915 Metal: 12k Yellow Gold, platinum Gemstone: Emerald Carat Weight: 0.25 Cut: Round Mixed-Cut Color: Green Clarity: Transparent Accent ...
Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Coral Onyx & Diamond Cocktail Trilogy Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum with silver & gold alloys Gemstone: Onyx & Coral Accent Diamonds: 2 Carat Weight: 0.20 Carats Total Cut: Old Mine...
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum, Silver
$16,240Sale Price|20% Off
Belle Epoque Style Sapphire & Diamond Long Filigree Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Belle Epoque/Edwardian Year: 2023 Metal: Platinum Gemstone: Sapphire Carat Weight: 2.13ct Cut: Cushion Color: Vivid Medium Blue Clarity: Transparent Diamonds: 2...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian Revival 2.62 Carat Marquise Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Utilizing repurposed gems from an antique brooch and reimagined into an intriguing cocktail/dinner ring. Condition: Very good Era: Edwardian Year: New Metal: Platinum Gemstone: Sap...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier 18K Snake Ring Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Accents
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier 18K Snake Ring Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Accents This Cartier snake ring is made in 18K yellow gold and designed as a coiled serpent wrapping gracefully around the f...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$15,750Sale Price|25% Off
Art Deco Revival Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Ruby Platinum Snake Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An alluring Art Deco-style diamond snake ring. Centered by a 150-year-old hand-faceted rose-cut diamond wrapped in lush emeralds, diamond scales, and riveting ruby eyes.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
$5,490Sale Price|31% Off
Engraved Art Deco 0.87 Carat Certified Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Along with a pair of baguette diamond shoulders, this geometric, architecturally inspired 100 year old jazz-age treasure is a rare find.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Inspired Turquoise, Onyx and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A perfect choice for a non-traditional engagement ring, too. Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: 2024 Metal: Platinum Gemstone: Turquoise Carat Weight: 4.12 Cut: Oval Cabochon Col...
Onyx, Turquoise, Diamond, Platinum
$10,319 / item
Victor Mayer Trance Ring 18k White Gold with Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Trance Ring in White Gold with Diamonds Ring Trance, 18k WG, 113 diamonds total 1.08 ct, G VS brilliant cut Reference: V1525/00/00/00/101 Description: 18k white gold Di...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$8,800Sale Price|29% Off
Georgian Revival 0.93 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Georgian Revival Year: 2000s Metal: Silver on 18K Yellow Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: .93 Cut: Rose Cut Color: I-K Clarity: I1 Accent Diamonds: Rose Cut; 0...
Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$20,000Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Inspired 7 Carat Sugar Loaf Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Entirely hand fabricated by our master jewelers of platinum using old world techniques and tools. Condition: Excellent Era: Art Deco Revival Year: 2023 Metal: Platinum Gemstone: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Victorian Aquamarine and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Navette Dinner Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Victorian Year: 1880-1910 Metal: 18k Gold Gemstone: Aquamarine Carat Weight: 0.67 Cut: Oval Color: greenish Blue Clarity: Transparent Accent Diamonds: 40...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 2 Carat Rose Cut Pear Diamond Georgian Revival Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Georgian Revival Year: 2020s Metal: Silver Topped 18k Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: 2.00 Cut: Antique Rose Cut Pear Color: O-P Clarity: SI1 Ring Size: 6.75, sizin...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
2.44ct oval center Antique Diamond ring with rubies HANDMADE in platinum
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning center totaling 2.44 carats and rubies and small diamonds totaling 0.46 carats, the ring year is unknown, the workmanship is done by hand 100% from a piece of platinum metal...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$13,200Sale Price|20% Off
Certified 3 Carat No Heat Padparadscha Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: 2023 Metal: Platinum Gemstone: No Heat Padparadscha Sapphire Carat Weight: 3.12 Cut: Oval Color: Orangy Pink Clarity: Transparent Accent Diamonds...
Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Pink Sapphire, Platinum
$8,960Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Colombian Emerald And Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: 2023 Metal: Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Columbian Emerald: Carat Weight: 0.75 Cut: Square Color: Green Clarity: Transparent Accent Diamonds: 2...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
$6,870Sale Price|45% Off
Art Deco Style 1.02 Carat H/SI Diamond & Sapphire Engraved Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: 2016 Metal: 18K White Gold Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.02 Cut: Round Brilliant, Color: H Clarity: SI1 Additional Gemstones: 8 Diamonds = 0.0...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1.02ct F VVS2 Diamond Ring 2019 W/ Box & Papers Laser Etched Origi
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This is a stunning authentic Tiffany & Co. 1.02ct Round Brilliant Diamond, graded F color, VVS2 clarity. The diamond is accompanied by its original Tiffany box, papers, and replaceme...
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring ~2ct in 14 Karat Yellow Gold RARE
Located in Fairfield, CT
This ring is nearly 100+ years old - a perfect motif to lasting love.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victor Mayer Era Rose Quartz Ring in 18k Rose Gold with 26 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Era Rose Quartz Ring in Rose Gold with 26 Diamonds Ring Era, 18k RG, 26 diamonds total 0.64 ct, G VS, rose quartz Reference: V1601/00/93/00/103 Material: 18k rose gold ...
Diamond, Quartz, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Victor Mayer Ring Peacock Light Grey Enamel 18k White Gold 22 Diamonds 0.40 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Peacock Light Grey Enamel Ring in White Gold with Diamonds Ring Peacock, 18k WG, vitreous enamel, 22 diamonds total 0.40 ct, G VS brilliant cut Reference: V1671/LG/00/0...
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel
Antique Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Three-Stone Filigree Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
You will enjoy many compliments when wearing this piece of art and history, a treasured antique heirloom from the golden age of jewelry making, as wearable as an engagement ring, as ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Tiffany & Co Edwardian GIA Natural Pearl & Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Era: Edwardian Year: 1901-1910 Metal: Platinum with Tiffany hallmark Gemstone: Natural Saltwater Pearl Color: White Shape: Button Size 7.13 mm GIA Certified Diamonds: (2) Carat We...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
AGL Certified 5.95 Carat Color Change Purple Sapphire Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
You will fawn over the filigree gallery, dainty milgrain and the asymmetrical arrangement of antique old mine cut diamonds. Condition: New Era: Edwardian Revival Year: 2025 Metal: P...
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Victorian GIA Certified 1.25 Carat Burma Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An heirloom over 120 years old, you will love wearing this elegant piece of history Condition: Very good Era: Victorian Year: 1837-1901 Metal: 14k crown, 20k band Gemstone: No Heat...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Revival 3 Carat Aquamarine Sapphire Elongated Shield Cocktail Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Revival Year: 2025 Metal: Platinum Gemstone: Aquamarine Carat Weight: 3.16 Cut: Emerald Color: light Blue Clarity: Transparent Accent Diamonds: 18 cal...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.76 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A dazzling piece, worthy of an engagement, statement or cocktail ring! Condition: New Era: Art Deco Revival Year: 2022 Metal: Platinum Gemstone: Paraiba Tourmaline Carat Weight: ...
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
1905 Pair of Candle Holders Neoclassical Corinthian Columns / 372 gr
Located in SE
Made in Sweden in the year 1905 (year marks C7) at Duvfa - Swedish silversmith workshop that was active for more than 100 years and was an official supplier of Swedish Royal Court.
Sterling Silver
$17,200Sale Price|20% Off
The King, abstract expressionist painting by Cleveland School artist
By Richard Andres
Located in Beachwood, OH
Richard Andres American, 1927-2013 The King of Diamonds Accepts Challenges, 1982 acrylic and ink on paper mounted on canvas signed lower right, signed and titled verso 47.5 x 47.5 in...
Ink, Acrylic
Australian 2.74ct Crystal Opal, Diamond & Platinum Ring
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
From every angle the colour pops and glows, to think this is a 100 million-year-old gem and yet get to display its beauty to the world.
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
18th Century Diamond Bracelet with 2000-Year-Old Intaglios, 1790s
Located in Antwerp, BE
We could have never imagined how much history and exact data is concealed in this late 18th Century bracelet with chromium chalcedony intaglios dating back from between 100 BC until ...
Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Go...
9.96 Carat J/VS2 Diamond with GIA Certificate
Located in Miami Beach, FL
100 year old art deco-era 9.96ct elongated emerald-cut diamond solitaire. GIA grading is J/VS2 with a medium blue fluorescence. Diamond is set in its original mount.
Diamond, Platinum
Regal Rose Cut Diamond Russian Princess Suite
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Appearing to contain all original Diamonds - Quite rare to come across a suite 100+ years old with all original components with no repairs / restorations.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, 24k Gold
100 Year Old Victorian Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Photography © Bella Rosa Galleries Santa Barbara, CA Condition: Very Good Era: Victorian Year: 1837 - 1901 Metal: 14k Yellow Gold & Silver Diamond: 25 Total Carat Weight: 1.00 Cut:...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
200 Year Old Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
At around 200 years old, this authentic, antique Georgian diamond engagement ring is a romantic relic.
Diamond, 10k Gold
Modernist 0.65 Carat Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Modernist Year: 1970s Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.65 Cut: Old European Color: H Clarity: SI2 Graded by GIA standards Ring Siz...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral 1 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This antique Edwardian ring has been restored with a gorgeous 1 carat old mine diamond held in a milgrain bezel.
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 0.82 Carat Old European Diamond Edwardian Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
It is the ultimate experience owning a ring with a 100 year old legacy along with the stories attached to it.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Diamond Emerald Sapphire Dome Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Revival Year: 2021 Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.92 Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Color: E Clarity: SI1 Additional Gemstones: French & Cali...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Belle Epoque Antique Old Mine Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Edwardian / Belle Epoque Year: 1901-1910 Metal: Platinum topped 18 karat yellow gold Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.50 Cut: Old Mine Cushion Color: H-J...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Old European Oval Halo 1.58 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Edwardian/Art Deco Year: 1908 (Diamond) 2020 (Ring) Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.58 Cut: Old European Color: M Clarity: VVS Additional Diam...
Diamond, Platinum
3 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond & Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Photography © Bella Rosa Galleries Santa Barbara, CA Condition: New Era: Art Deco Revival Year: 2023 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 2.98 Cut: Old Mine Cushion Color: M Cla...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.56 Carat Old European Diamond & Sapphire Dome Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: Early 1900s (Diamond) 2022 (Setting) Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 2.56ct Cut: Old European Color: M Clarity: VS2 Accent Gemstone...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Filigree Old European Diamond Ring 1 Carat Honeycomb Cluster Platinum
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Message us to see a video of this ring. Condition: Very Good Era: Edwardian, Art Nouveau Year: 1900 (Diamond) 2019 (Setting Refabricated) Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Wei...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.11 Carat Old Mine Diamond & Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A unique and notable eco-friendly wedding ring utilizing a 125 year old diamond repurposed from a well loved but worn out heirloom.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 1.65 Carat Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Photography © Bella Rosa Galleries Santa Barbara, CA Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.65 Cut: Old European Brillia...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1 Carat Old European Diamond Round Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Mid Century Year: 1970s Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.82 Cut: Old European Color: I Clarity: SI1 56 Round Diamonds: 0.27 Ctw.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Good (wear to engraving on shank) Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 18k White Gold Diamonds: Carat Weight: 0.60 Cut: Old European Color: O-P Clarity: VS1 18 Side Dia...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Romantic Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Double Snake Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Victorian Year: 1837-1901 Metal: 18 karat yellow gold with purity mark Diamonds: (2) Carat Weight: 0.33 Total Cut: Old Mine Color: E-H Clarity: S12-I1 Rin...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 2 Carat Solitaire Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Photography © Bella Rosa Galleries Santa Barbara, CA Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 2.12 Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Color: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Outstanding Old European Diamond Emerald Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Photography © Bella Rosa Galleries Santa Barbara, CA Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: 2023 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.41 Cut: Old European Color: I Clarity: SI1 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Old Mine Diamond & Ruby Target Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum, 18K Rose Gold Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.86 Cut: Old Mine Color: S-Z Clarity: I2 Additional Gemstones: 19 R...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1.12 Carat Old Mine Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.89 Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Color: M Clarity: VS2 Accents: 53 Diamonds: Old European Cuts...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco 2.40 Carats Old European Cut Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1930s, this almost 100-year-old ring has bright white old European cut diamonds that create a glistening shine.
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring Old Mine Cut Edwardian Style Halo
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
We repurposed a loved, but worn out treasure and created this beauty, ready for another 100 years of enjoyment. Condition: New Era: Edwardian Year: 1870 (Diamond) 2019 (Ring) Metal:...
Diamond, Platinum
Marquise Old European Diamonds Sapphires Platinum Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hand made platinum with a .78ct bezel set antique marquis diamond surrounded by French cut sapphires and .34tcw old european cut diamonds created a beautiful new ring using 100 year ...
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.70 Carats Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1920s, this over 100-year-old ring will become a stunning part of your daily aesthetic that will be cherished for years to come.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Filigree 2.27 Carat Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Further accented by over 3/4 carats total of diamonds, this 100 year old antique ring is a decorated heirloom with many years in its future.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Emerald Onyx Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Revival Year: 2023 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 2.05 Cut: Old European Cut Color: O-P Clarity: SI2 Accent Diamonds & Gemstones: 54 Old Europe...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco 0.82ct Old Mine Diamond & Sapphire Engagement Ring, Platinum
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: 1870 (Diamond) 2021 (Mounting) Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.82 Cut: Old Mine Cushion Color: J Clarity: SI1 Additional Gemstone...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.20 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Edwardian Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Edwardian - Belle Epoque Year: 1901-1915 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 3.20 Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: M Clarity: VS2 Accent Diamonds: 16...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Style 1.59 Carat Old Mine Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Centered by an over 100 year old, antique old mine cut diamond weighing 1.59 carats that displays a scintillation of vintage charm and a near-colorless sparkle across it's chunky fac...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1.05 Carat Old European Round Diamond & Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Art Deco Year: 1990s Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.05 Cut: Old European Color: J Clarity: SI1 Graded by GIA standards Accent Diamonds: 6 Round...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Petite Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Photography © Bella Rosa Galleries Santa Barbara, CA Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 14k White Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.20 Cut: Old Mine Color: K Cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good (diamond is not chipped & presents natural skin) Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.81 Cut: Old European Cut Color: J...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good (diamond is not chipped & presents natural skin) Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.81 Cut: Old European Cut Color: J...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Belrose 5.51 Carat Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Centering on a massive, 5.51 Carat antique old mine cut diamond, this Art Deco inspired engagement ring was hand fabricated of platinum using the original gems from a well-loved but ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian GIA 1.03 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Filigree Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair this breathtaking over 100-year-old ring to your everyday look to add timeless elegance.
Diamond, Platinum
3.12 Carat Old European Diamond and Emerald Halo Target Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Revival Year: 2024 Metal: Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Diamond: Carat Weight: 3.12 Cut: Old European Color: Q-R Clarity: SI1 Accent Gemstones: 18 calibre...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Old Mine Diamond & Onyx Target Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 0.14 Cut: Old Mine Color: F-H Clarity: VS2 Graded by GIA standards Acce...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style Octagonal Old European Cut Diamond & Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Octagonal Old European cut diamond and ruby engagement ring marries together sleek geometric lines with feminine filigree work popularized in the Art Deco era.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 3.05 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond & Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: Early 1900s (Diamond) 2024 (Setting) Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 3.05 Cut: Old Mine Color: J Clarity: SI1 Graded by GIA standards Acc...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 3.04 Carat Old European Diamond Solitaire Platinum Bezel Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Art Deco Year: 2000s Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 3.04 Cut: Old European Color: M-N Clarity: VS2 Accent Diamonds: 6 Rose Cut; 0.10 carats total ...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Revival 1.45 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: 1910 (Diamond) 2024 (Setting) Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.45 Cut: Old Mine Color: M (a pleasing, warm tone-not yellowish) Clarity: V...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 1.3 Carat Solitaire Edwardian Style
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: New Era: Edwardian Year: 1865 (Diamond) 2021 (Setting) Metal: Platinum Center Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.32 Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: L Clarity: VS2 Additional D...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Old European Cut Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Buttercup Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair this classic over 100-year-old ring with your favorite jeans to add timeless charm to your casual look.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco GIA 1.35 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco GIA 1.35 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring one GIA old European cut diamond of 1.35 carats, accompanied with GIA #5221692957 stating the diamond i...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco GIA 1.59 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco GIA 1.59 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Ring. Featuring one GIA old European cut diamond of 1.59 carats, accompanied with GIA #2221696652 stating the diamond i...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond 1 Carat TW Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Photography © Bella Rosa Galleries Santa Barbara, CA Condition: Very Good Era: Victorian Year: 1837 - 1901 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Diamonds: (21) Carat Weight: 0.96 Total Cut: Old M...
Diamond, 18k Gold
On Hold - French Art Deco GIA Old Mine Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum, with French purity marks Central Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.65 Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Color: I Clarity: I1 Accent...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco GIA 0.82 Carat Old European Diamond Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1920s, this 100-year-old ring features intricate intertwining hearts and detailed swirling motifs that add a charming appearance.
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco GIA Old European Cut 1.60 Carats Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1930s this almost 100-year-old ring was crafted in cool-toned platinum and durable for everyday wear with all of your favorite looks.
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Surrounded by a scalloped pattern of bright white nearly colorless diamonds that add a bright sparkle. Wear this over 100-year-old ring every day to add timeless beauty to your daily...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1.79 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Geometric Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Art Deco Year: 1915-1935 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.79 Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Color: L Clarity: SI1 Accent Diamonds: 12 Carat Weight: 1.00 ...
Diamond, Platinum
Chunky Antique 1.83 Carat Old Mine Diamond Halo 18K Victorian Cluster Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very good Era: Victorian Revival Year: 2020s Metal: 18k Yellow Gold with purity mark and diamond weight inscribed Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.83 Cut: Old Mine Cushion Color:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond 18k Gold Cluster Victorian Revival Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Condition: Very Good Era: Victorian Revival Year: 2000s Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Diamonds: (27) Carat Weight: 3.00 total Cut: Old Mine & Old European Color: G-I Clarity: VS1-SI2 Ring...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 15 carats approx. Diamonds 0.15 carats approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,337
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6/8
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...
Antique Victorian 14k Gold Oval Opal Solitaire Ring W/ 0.80ctw Old Diamond Halo
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super cute Victorian era ring is crafted in solid 14k gold and features an oval cabochon opal stone displaying vibrant blue, green and orange play throughout. The opal solitaire...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Antique Art Deco 18k Gold 3.20ctw GIA Sapphire European Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous, all original antique three stone ring was crafted in solid 18k white gold during the art deco period and features a stunning, GIA certified, 1.55 carat round brilliant...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Carved Opal & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Carved Five Stone Opal Ring 18ct Gold Victorian Circa 1880 Beautiful Hand Carved Ring Set with Five Fabulous Opals & Old Cut Diamonds Face of The Ring Measures Appr...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Handmade Art Deco Platinum Ring 4.11 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond – I/VS2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
This elegant handmade Art Deco ring features a stunning 4.11-carat Old Mine cut diamond, ( Dating pre-1900’s) graded I color and VS2 clarity (GIA certified). The platinum setting, cr...
Diamond, Platinum
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Rose Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels drop earrings from the Magic Alhambra collection are crafted in 18k rose gold and set with 24 brilliant-cut round diamonds weighing an estimated...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Syna Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 7 carats approx. Diamonds 0.04 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Draw...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 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
Victorian Antique 3.57ctw Opal Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Dinner Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This AUTHENTIC Victorian OPAL and DIAMOND Ring will certainly pick your Imagination. Was it a nineteenth century promise ring of sorts? A gift to mark a special occasion? Whatever th...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Italian Made Diamond Cluster Ring, Set With 2.37ct Victorian Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Looking for a stunning piece of jewellery that will take your breath away? Check out this vintage italian made diamond cluster ring! Set with 2.37ct victorian cut diamonds, 0.92ct ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
Antique Rose-cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
The pierced 18kt yellow gold mounting set to the center with a large antique rose-cut diamond, a "full Holland rose cut" diamond weighing app. 5.50 carats further enhanced by additio...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style 1.16 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring 6.5
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Style New 1.16 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Ring This ring is brand new. It has been created to look like a elegant ring from the Art Deco Era. The Di...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
$16,449
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Halter Evening Dress with Draping, FW 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano evening dress, Fall-Winter 1999. This halter-style gown is constructed from a semi-sheer black viscose fabric with a woven metallic scalloped motif th...
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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