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Cartier Lincoln Mercury 18K Gold Diamond Signet Ring 1.50 Carats VS F 34g
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An uncommon and sophisticated piece, this Cartier Lincoln Mercury ring embodies exclusivity, craftsmanship, and timeless masculine elegance.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Hermes Mercury Roman God Bloodstone Intaglio Ring Gold Victorian Hand Carved
Located in New York, NY
The dramatic Hermes or Mercury ring creates a conversation piece to be passed on for generations.
Quartz, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Hermes Mercury Hardstone Cameo Ring Classic Victorian Agate Gold Deeply Carved
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved cameo rings are all the rage today and to find them in hardstone and of Hermes or Mercury is extremely rare.
Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Cartier Vintage 1985 Lincoln Mercury Merkur Diamond and 18kt YG Signet Ring
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Circa 1985 Limited Edition Cartier Lincoln Mercury Merkur Diamond Signet Ring Style: Signet Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold Size: 9.5 sizable TCW: 0.70 tcw Main Diamond: 44 Roun...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Victorian gold and silver ring set with a Roman banded agate intaglio. Mercury
Located in London, GB
Stone 7 x 11 mm Mount : silver bezel with gold hoop Ring size: US size 7 - UK N - FR 55 (resizeable) Total weight 1,93 gr Intaglio : Roman art, 2nd century A.D Mounting: Victorian ...
Mercury Ring Natural Sapphire 6, 03 ct. Vivid Yellowish Orange
Located in Berlin, DE
The Mercury ring is crafted from 18K white gold and set with diamonds and a natural sapphire.
Small Ancient Roman Amethyst Intaglio of the God Mercury in a Later Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
The slightly cabochon stone portrays Mercury wearing his winged helmet and standing with his cloak at his neck and coursing down his back. His right arm is outstretched and resting a...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Virgo Zodiac Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Above to her right her symbol, and above left that of Mercury, her ruling planet. The ring itself is almost Deco in style, but with a strong 1960s sci-fi/industrial influence.
Silver
18kt Yellow Gold Malachite Mercury Intaglio Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Yellow gold ring, decorated with an intaglio on malachite depicting Mercury.
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Mercury Coin Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One sterling silver (acid tested) mercury coin ring. The coin measures 25.2mm long x 20mm wide and the shank measures 4.6mm near the top of the ring and tapers to 4.3mm at the base.
Sterling Silver
CARTIER 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Lincoln Mercury 1980s Signet Ring Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Lincoln Mercury Motors Signet Ring 1980s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
CARTIER 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Lincoln Mercury Auto Signet Ring Vintage 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Lincoln Mercury Auto Signet Ring Vintage Circa 1980s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Roman Carnelian Intaglio God Hermes/Mercury 18 Kt Gold Ring '1st Cent.AD'
Located in Roma, IT
In this 18 kt gold ring an authentic roman intaglio on carnelian ( 1st cent.AD ), depicting God Hermes ( Mercury for Romans ) is set.
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Cartier Ring Lincoln Mercury Merkur Diamond Pinky Signet Mens 18k Yellow Gold 8
By Cartier
Located in Northbrook, IL
Elevate your style with this exquisite Cartier Signet Ring. Crafted from 18k yellow gold, this piece showcases a dazzling array of white diamonds. The intricate design features a shi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Gentleman's Hardstone Intaglio Gold Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Hardstone Intaglio Gentleman's Art Nouveau Ring Depicting Mercury's profile in the classical style, rendered with crisp lines and exacting attention to detail, the shoulders decor...
"Mercury" Lapis Lazuli Gold Ring
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
Hand engraved Lapis Lazuli with gold inlay and 18 Karat gold astrological sign of Mercury set in heavy 18 Karat brushed gold shank. Size 7.5 Can be sized to fit. Created by Master Id...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Hermes Mercury Citrine Intaglio Ring 18 Karat White Gold Neoclassical Victorian
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved intaglio rings are all the rage today and to find them in Citrine and of Hermes or Mercury is extremely rare.
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aquarius Tapered Templar Zodiac Ring
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Zodiac ring featuring the Aquarius motif and decorated with the sun and moon motifs and the planets Venus and Mercury.
18k Gold
Huge Antique 22 Carat Gold and Carnelian Intaglio Seal Signet Ring Mercury God
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning 22 carat gold and carnelian ring. 20mm x 25mm oval shaped carnelian with a top quality intaglio carving of the Roman God Mercury.
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Elizabeth Gage 18k Gold and Blue Enamel Aquarius Tapered Templar Zodiac Ring
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Glasgow, GB
Description: - A superb Elizabeth Gage 18 karat yellow gold and blue enamel tapered Zodiac ring featuring the Aquarius motif and decorated with the sun and moon motifs and the planet...
Gold, 18k Gold
$2,500
W 0.9 in D 0.1 in L 1.25 in
22k Gold US 5 Dollar Lady Liberty Coin in 14k Diamond Gold Frame Pendant
Located in Greer, SC
Stunning 22k gold 5 Dollar Lady Liberty coin in a 14k yellow gold and diamond frame pendant. Measures 1.25 inches from top to bottom by .9 inch in width and 3mm in depth. Stamped / h...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 'Clash De Cartier' Double Row Diamond Band Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 51 or U.S. 5 The Cartier Clash De Cartier diamond double-row band ring is a bold yet refined masterpiece, blending architectural precision with timeless elegance. Crafte...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier C de Cartier Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 18k, by Cartier, France. One of Cartier's most iconic designs, this Double C bracelet is the all-gold accessory you have been waiting for! The perfect go-anywhere, with...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Impressive 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K Gold Coin 14K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive and substantial estate 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K antique gold coin 14K yellow gold signet ring 1897 $5 Gold Coin, early 20th century ring setting Weight: 23.4g Chri...
14k Gold, 22k Gold
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 Florentine Large Etruscan Revival 14K Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional quality, on par with the finest Castellani pieces, antique Etruscan Revival large 14K yellow gold locket pendant/brooch 19th Century Featuring superb granulation and wire...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$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
Estate Black, Starr & Frost 18K Yellow Gold Torque Necklace
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in New York, NY
Estate Black, Starr & Frost 18K yellow gold torque necklace. 20th Century Classic spiral twist design with a wonderful double hinged closure. Substantial, fine heirloom quality synon...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
Turquoise, Gold
Vintage Cartier Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Single Stone Ring, Circa 1960
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier aquamarine 18 karat yellow gold single stone ring, circa 1960 This ring is set with an impressive emerald cut aquamarine of 8.77 carats approximately in a half bez...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 in...
18k 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
Cartier French Maillon Panthère 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier French Maillon Panthère Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet This exquisite original, authentic Cartier Maillon Panthère Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet is a superb exampl...
Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Egyptian Goddess Isis Pendant Necklace 14K Gold 600-300 BC Guarantee
Located in New York, NY
Unveil the elegance of antiquity with this Ancient Egyptian Amulet Pendant Necklace depicting the Goddess Isis, dating from the 600-300 BC with a 14 Karat Gold hand hammered bale. ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Midcentury Italian Gold Etruscan Revival Charm Bracelet-12 Assorted Color Charms
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful vintage 18K Yellow Gold bracelet with both smooth and textured 11/32 inch wide links sporting 12 beautiful, Italian gold Estruscan Revival charms. One of the charms is a ...
Amethyst, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Citrine, Coral, Garnet, T...
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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