Victorian 10K Gold Five-Stone Turquoise Paste Ring
Located in Venice, CA
The five-stone ring was a popular design in the Victorian era, symbolizing love, trust, friendship, loyalty, and commitment.
Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond Emerald Fede Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Fede ring is a name for a ring featuring clasped hands symbolizing love, friendship or betrothal.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Mizpah Friendship Ring Victorian Silver Stacking Band Vintage Jewelry
Located in London, GB
Mizpah is a Hebrew word that denotes an emotional bond between two people. Its use in jewellery became popular during the Victorian era when small silver items would have been given ...
Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Clasped Fede Ring with Enamel Forget Me Nots
Located in New York, NY
Fede rings have been popular for centuries, symbolizing both love and friendship.
18k Gold
Antique Gold Renaissance Pinky Ring with Two Dogs
Located in Chicago, IL
The imagery of two dogs, facing each other and evidently sharing a piece of wood or a bone suggests the idea of fidelity, either in friendship or love. This ring is typical of a clas...
Gold
Antique Turquoise Clasped Hands Friendship Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Georgian 18K gold cannetille work ring set with a carved turquoise in the shape of a pair of clasped hands, a symbol of friendship.
Garnet, Opal, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Pair Of Matching Friendship Rings 15 K Gold Hair Ivy Engraving
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare pair of matching friendship rings is genuine collector's piece. They have been made out of 15 karat rose gold around 1840-50.
Gold
French 19th Century Napoleon 3 Enamelled 18 Karat Rose Gold Unisex Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Our opinion: Typical mixed friendship ring!
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Old Mine Diamond Ring Three Stone 18k Yellow Gold Gypsy Band
Located in Torrance, CA
The band features a slight dome (3mm), sitting flat and comfortably on the finger. Gypsy rings were very popular during the Victorian era and beyond, often given as a friendship ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Ring c1912 Diamond Ruby Gypsy Band 18k Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The band features a slight dome (2mm), sitting flat and comfortably on the finger. Gypsy rings were very popular during the Victorian era and beyond, often given as a friendship ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold Snake Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Victorian symbols of friendship and trustworthiness, these snake rings were popular as gifts.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Gold Ivy Band Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An Art Deco 18 carat yellow gold band ring with an ivy leave motif symbolizing loyal love or friendship.
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 9ct Yellow Gold Turquoise Ring, England, Circa 1900
Located in Portland, England
The turquoise is considered a symbol of friendship and good fortune. The ring is in excellent condition.
Turquoise, Gold
12 RED BARREL-BACK WINDSOR CHAIRS, RED PAINT, DECORATED
Located in York County, PA
Made for an Odd Fellows fraternal hall, each survives in its original red paint with surface and the 3-link chain symbol of the organization along its crest rail. These rings stand ...
Wood
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Buckle Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Buckle rings symbolize eternal love and friendship. This embossed silver buckle ring, size 10 1/2, is hallmarked Birmingham, 1900.
Sterling Silver
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Claddagh Engagement Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
The heart symbolizes love, the crown - loyalty, the hands - friendship. The way such a ring is worn can tell about a person's status. - If single: on the right hand, heart facing out...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Emerald 1ct Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
The gem is paired with 2 brilliant cut diamonds which in total weight 1ct (H-I, VS). The three-stone ring represents friendship, love, and fidelity, or past, present, and future.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Friendship Intaglio Gold Signet Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Ring Size: US: 9.25, or UK: S.
18k Gold
Antique Victorian Sapphire Snake Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Serpent jewellery became popular in the Victorian era and symbolized a wonderful combination of love, loyalty and friendship. The ring is all solid 18ct Yellow Gold and features det...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Carat Gold Ruby Opal Ring Dated Birmingham, 1888
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Ruby is considered to be the most powerful gem of the universe, given as a gift, the Ruby is a symbol of friendship, love and loyalty. The ring it set in 18ct Yellow Gold and displa...
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Snake Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Serpent jewellery was popular in the Victorian era with two entwined snakes representing loyalty, friendship and eternal love. The ring is all 18ct Yellow Gold and displays beautif...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Wood Wedding Token Of Love Heart Panel
Located in New York, NY
Carved wood with a voluptuous heart in the center surrounded by incised vines, leaves, and a barrel planter at the bottom. The 3 linked rings at the top would suggest membership in ...
Georgian Foil Back Quartz "Time Passes, Friendship Remains" Dog Intaglio Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
The ring has a finger size of 8.25, but can be resized.
Quartz, 15k Gold
Painted Iron Heart in Hand Sculpture
By C.H. Dawson 1
Located in New York, NY
Painted cast iron symbol of Odd Fellows Lodge membership with three linked rings standing for friendship, loyalty, and trust.
Iron
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
Antique Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring of 14k Gold, Circa 1860
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Vivid and romantic, this ruby and diamond ring was created by thoughtfully upcycling antique stones from a damaged Victorian bracelet. At its center glows a 0.37ct cushion-cut ruby o...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Certified 4.97ct Fancy Light Yellow Old Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique 4.97ct old cushion cut diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The ring is centrally set with a stunning antique old cushion cut diamond wh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold old mine cut diamond ring in floral head designe with estimate diamond weight of 1.4 carats H colour vs clearity centered with large old mine cut diamond 0.42 ct pin...
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrap Ring Band
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, handcrafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold wrap ring. Alex Jona jewels stand out for the careful attention given to details during all the manufacturing...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Platinum Ring with 1.32 Ct Colombian Emerald & Diamonds, 1920
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Art Deco ring is 1920 circa Hand crafted in a stunning sophisticate design of solid Platinum The ring is modelled in geometric panel shape as epitome of the Art Deco...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$791Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage style natural Rose cut diamonds turquoise full finger snake Ring
Located in Delhi, DL
-Diamond- Natural Rose Cut diamonds -Diamond color- white with tint of brown -Diamond weight- 3.90ctw -Metal- 925 Sterling silver -Gemstone- Turquoise and ruby (Natural)
Diamond, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
$1,500Sale Price|25% Off
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise And Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise And Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold. The ring features a 5.25ct oval sleeping beauty turquoise with a halo of 0.32ctw diamonds. Size 6.5, weighs 3.3 grams.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1800 Georgian 18K Early Fede Ring with Hand Over Heart
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 18K rare fede ring has a delicately carved hand gently touching a heart with the symbolizing "I give you the gift of my heart". The clasped hands motif originated with the Roma...
18k Gold
“Antique Russian 14k Gold Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring, Circa 1904”
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique Russian ring centered with old mine cut diamonds with an estimate diamond weight of 0.80 carats in open work style and unusual design ring is hall marked 56 imperial Russian ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco GIA Burma Pink Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Awesome Art Deco Platinum Halo Ring, centering a securely nestled in Gold Bezel setting with a Burma Pink Sapphire, weighing approx. 0.60 Carat. GIA...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Daisy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian ring is a daisy-style cluster ring that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted in 18ct yel...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque 1900 Diamond Ring in 18Karat Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque Diamond ring in 18 Karat Gold. Ca. 1900 Belle Epoque (Spanish or French) Bypass Diamond ring mounted in 18 karat yellow Gold. The two main diamonds are ha...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
French 1970s Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Rectangular Cluster Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. An elegant vintage ring, its rectangular setting stylizes a flower whose petals are adorned with antique-cut diamonds separated by s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Art Nouveau Sapphire and Pearl Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire and Pearl Target Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1920s Introducing a stunning 15ct yellow gold Art Nouveau ring with a target-style setting. The centre features a mes...
Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Natural Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique 18K and silver and natural pearl ring. The pearl measures 4.83 mm., and is natural, as opposed to cultured and very slightly out of round. The floral motif also has 14 be...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
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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