Estate Three Row Diamond Domed Band Ring. Ca. 1950´s
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Estate Three Row Diamond Domed Band Ring. Ca. 1950´s A pretty 18 Karat white Gold ring, it is composed of three rows of claw set graduated diamonds, A center row of seven European ol...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Nouvelle Vogue Ring with Lapis Onyx and Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, and round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.60 carats. Signed by Cartier, from their Nouvelle Vogue...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s 18K White Gold Emerald Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring, Europe
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
In the 1980s, it stayed popular as a form of cocktail ring, when extravagant jewelry was in vogue. Ring width: 56.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Nouvelle Vogue 18k Gold Dome Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Nouvelle Vague Dome Ring crafted in 18k yellow gold, this piece epitomizes elegance from one of the world’s most renowned maisons. The ring features a distinctive, sculptural...
18k Gold
Diamond Two Color Gold bombé Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This quintessentially bombé cocktail ring in vogue during the late Retro period, is designed as an enchanting striped dome plaque, depicting two rows of round-faceted diamonds at the...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Seven-Stone Old Cut Diamond Wedding Ring, circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
This always vogue seven stone diamond ring was made in the 1980s, but features a collection of antique diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold Diamond Band Ring sz 6.25
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The cluster design adds a touch of timeless sophistication and a vintage allure that remains in vogue. Wearing this ring is like owning a piece of history and an emblem of Van Cleef ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rarely Seen 18k Gold Marguerite Stix "Margaretacea" Shell Ring
By Marguerite Stix
Located in Troy, MI
Stix also began to make jewelry from and highlighting shells during the mid 60's, retailing & selling out at Cartier's by the 1970's, prized by clients including Jacqueline Kennedy O...
Exceptional Hermès Keychain Boat in Silver for Vogue Magazine 1985
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
This is why the key ring is in the shape of a boat Vintage Item from 1985 Made of silver 800 (crab hallmark on the boat's ring) Colorway: silvery "VOGUE 14.6.85 HERMÈS PARIS" eng...
Mazza Bartholome Sterling Silver 14k Gold Citrine Ring, Featured in Vogue 1989
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
We are happy to offer this fantastic piece of Mazza New York jewelry, it is a large ring that is gorgeous in person. This piece was advertised in Vogue Magazine in 1989 ( please see ...
Citrine, Ruby, Tsavorite
3.50 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.50 Carats Impressive Natural Turquoise and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value $7,400.00 Total Natural Oval Turquoise Weight is: Approx. 2.20 Carats Turquois...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Massive Estate 18K Yellow Gold Rigato Statement Bracelet, 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous, massive 18K yellow gold cuff statement bracelet in the Rigato technique, synonymous with fine Italian craftsmanship 1970's Weight: 93.8 grams Marks: 750, 18K, Italy The Rig...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Diamond GIA No-Heat Sapphire 18k Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This lovely classic diamond, sapphire panther design gold necklace is gracefully crafted in 18k yellow gold. Centered with three oval-shaped genuine blue, yellow, and purple sapphir...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Blooming Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A splendid example of the house’s fascinating floral jewelry, these Van Cleef & Arpels Paris diamond stud earrings, designed in a stunning clustered bloom, emanate light and beauty. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
$155,250
Oval Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional piece! 27.61 carats of GIA certified oval diamonds all D,E,F,G colors set in platinum. Each diamond measures .90 to 1 carat. The ovals are all superb cuts with mat...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s David Webb Turquoise and Diamond Detachable Dangle Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with four Pear-Shaped Cabochon Turquoises and Round Brilliant and Marquise cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 10.00 carats. Signed by Da...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$16,898Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.2 in L 7 in
7.86 ct Emerald Tennis Bracelet 18k Solid White Gold, Christmas Gift For Grandma
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Natural Emerald Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold with Diamond showcases 28 endlessly sparkling natural emerald, weighing 7.86 carats and 224 pieces of diamonds weighing 2.01 carats. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1920s Natural No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Platinum Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Feel like a Queen! This one-of-a-kind stunning Sapphire and Diamond bracelet was inspired by an Unbridled Imagination of the Jewels of the Nile and crafted in Luxurious Platinum. ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Spectra Fine Jewelry 61.20 Carat Fancy Colored Diamond Drop Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A breathtaking display of color, balance, and craftsmanship, these 61.20-carat Fancy Colored Diamond Drop Earrings made by Spectra Fine Jewelry are a masterpiece of bold elegance. Co...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
$160,000Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Tutti Frutti Bangle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A masterpiece of design and craftsmanship, this Tutti Frutti Bangle by Cartier Paris, created in 1947, captures one of Cartier’s rarest and most celebrated motifs. Inspired by Jacque...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Pearl Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1980s, these Van Cleef & Arpels earrings are composed of Tahitian and South Sea pearls, 18K gold, and over 12 carats of diamonds. Each is designed as a Tahitian pearl...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Indian Inspired Day & Night Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Indian Inspired Day & Night Earrings A pair of 18 karat yellow gold earrings set with 80 round cut diamonds, 16 round cut rubies, and 8 emerald beads Sig...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Hammered Pendant Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1980s, this David Webb pendant necklace is composed of 18K gold and diamonds. The oversize links of Gordian knot form suspend a scrolling flori-form pendant, convertib...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$17,500
H 1.38 in W 0.63 in
Art Deco Platinum Drop Earrings Old European Cushion Cut Diamonds Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An elegant pair of Art Deco platinum and diamond drop earrings. Each earring has a floral-inspired top section accented with smaller round diamonds. Below it hangs an open tear-drop...
Diamond, Platinum
27 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary 27 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Bracelet that has a fixed cuff shape with a flexy closure. An immense and rare diamond bangle which displays all the characteri...
Diamond, Platinum
Coral, Emeralds, Onyx, Diamonds, Platinum Dangle Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing dangle earrings in platinum structure mounted with diamonds and emeralds in the upper part; in the middle, an onyx with a diamond and, as pendant, leaves studded with diamond...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
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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