If you’re shopping for an antique engagement ring, Edwardian engagement rings are among the most collectible.
Those in the market for a platinum engagement ring — or an antique engagement ring featuring a platinum setting — should look no further than to jewelry of the Edwardian period (1901–15). Platinum jewelry, and a white-on-white look, were very popular during this time (this preference continued to gain steam during the Art Deco era). The invention of the oxyacetylene torch enabled jewelers to use platinum in their work, a material that had previously been too challenging to work with. Edwardian jewelry featured diamonds and pearls, and the era’s engagement rings were also quite ornate, with exquisite milgrain work characteristic of the period and filigree or lace-like details around the bezel, in addition to floral and feminine motifs, like bows.
After Queen Victoria died, in 1901, her son took the throne as King Edward VII, ushering in a period of refined luxury in Britain that was mirrored in America and Europe (in France, it was known as la Belle Époque, “the beautiful years”). His short reign served as a bridge between the mores of the past and the ideals of a modern era, as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change. The suffrage movement went mainstream, and women started to make forays into the worlds of higher education and work.
Jewelry design evolved, too, but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles. Nature, for instance, continued to be a major theme in Edwardian engagement rings and other accessories, thanks to the influence of the Art Nouveau movement and the tastes of Queen Alexandra, King Edward’s wife. In fact, flowing and floral garland motifs were so popular that the Edwardian period is sometimes called the “garland era.”
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Edwardian Style 1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
An gorgeous Edwardian Ring featuring a 1.00 Carat Natural F, I-1 Center Diamond surrounded by 0.45 Carats of Yellow Diamond and 0.66 Carats of White Diamonds set in Platinum. Diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Style Diamond Bezel Filigree 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Details Band Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
This captivating piece, made from 14K yellow gold, features a central design adorned with 0.57 carats of white diamonds. The intricate pattern showcases a harmonious blend of delicat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
.85 Carat Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: 14 Karat White Gold Weight: 2.0 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .85 carat Color: J Clarity: VS1 ...
White Gold
GIA Certified 1.37 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 4.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #: 5211086236 Weight: 1.37 carat Cut: Old European Brilliant Color:...
White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.09 Carat Edwardian Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.9 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #: 6372846114 Weight: 1.09 carat Cut: Old European brilliant Color:...
Diamond, Platinum
Two-Tone 1.06ct Diamond Dinner Ring
Located in London, GB
A captivating quintet of old cut diamonds forms the heart of this gorgeous Edwardian era dinner ring. One further diamond punctuates each corner of the ring’s rectangular, openwork,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.10 Carat Total Weight Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.25 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.8 grams Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Total Carat Weight: 1.10 carat total weight Color: F Clarity: SI1 Finger to To...
White Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Two-Stone Twist Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This delicate little ring dates back to the Edwardian era. It features two claw set old cut diamonds, each weighing 0.20 carat. They are estimated as H-I in colour and SI in clarity ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.44 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #:6452205376 Weight: 1.44ct Cut: Old European brilliant Color: ...
1.03 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA REPORT #: 6213188147 Weight: 1.03 carat Cut: Old Mine Bril...
White Diamond, Platinum
.95 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.50 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.9 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Carat Weight: .95 carat Color: J Clarity: VS1 Side Stone...
White Diamond, Platinum
1.06 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.5 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Antique Cushion Carat Weight: 1.06 carat Color: I Clarity: SI2 Side Stone Details: Shape: Antique...
White Diamond, Platinum
1.01 Carat Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 6.25 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 4.3 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Carat Weight: 1.01 carat Color: J Clarity: SI1 Side Stone Details...
White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.08 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: Approximately 6.30 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.0 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # [5181846452] Shape: Old Eur...
White Diamond, Platinum
.64 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 7 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 4.2 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: .64 carat Color: I Clarity: VS Side...
White Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian GIA Certified 1.20ct Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is an amazing platinum engagement ring from the Edwardian era. The ring is centered with a sparkling GIA certified old mine cut diamond that weighs 1.20ct. The color of the diam...
Diamond, Platinum
1.05 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: 900 Platinum [Tested & Hallmark] Weight: 2.9 grams Center Diamond Details Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: 1.05 carat Color: J Clarity: SI1 Fing...
White Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5.25 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.9 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # 2195767067 Shape: Old European Brilliant Carat Weight: 1....
White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 0.95ct. White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This amazing 18k white gold ring from the Edwardian era is centered with a sparkling old mine cut diamond that weighs 0.95ct. graded G color with VS1 clarity. The ring has impressive...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified .89 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 5 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 3.5 grams Center Diamond Details GIA CERTIFIED Center Diamond - Certificate # 5192535334 Shape: Round Brilliant Carat Weight: .89 carat C...
White Diamond, Platinum
.63 Carat Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: 7.20 Metal Type: Platinum Weight: 2.7 grams Center Diamond Details: Shape: Antique Cushion Carat Weight: .63 Carat Color: I Clarity: VS1 Finger to Top of...
White Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
This classic three stone engagement ring has a centre old cut diamond weighing 0.40 carat and the two either side each weigh 0.25 carat. The diamonds match in quality, estimated as G...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 0.30 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
This Edwardian ring showcases a blue sapphire flanked by two diamonds. The sapphire is 0.30 carat, while the two diamonds are 0.25 carat each. The stones are all old cut, which would...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Edwardian era, this solitaire features an old cushion cut as the centre of attention. It weighs 0.56 carat and has been estimated as H in colour and SI1 in clarity. The...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Three Stone White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This charming 18k white gold ring from the Edwardian era is centered with a sparkling old mine cut diamond that weighs 0.76ct. and is flanked by two smaller old mine cut diamonds wei...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.92 carat GIA cert Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning platinum ring from the Edwardian period is set with a GIA certified old European brilliant cut diamond that weighs 1.92ct and is graded F color with VS2 clarity. Accent...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1.15 Carat Old Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful antique engagement ring features a 1.15ct old mine cut diamond in the centre, set in an eight claw, open back platinum...
Diamond, Platinum
1.03 Carat GIA Cert Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning platinum engagement ring is centered with a sparkling GIA certified circular brilliant cut diamond that weighs 1.03ct. graded J color with SI1 clarity. Accentuating the...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted from Edwardian era, this ring is centered with a sparkling GIA certified round brilliant cut diamond that weighs 1.07ct. graded K color with VS2 clarity. The ring is stam...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Platinum GIA 1.33ct Old Mine Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.1 grams Center Diamond Details: GIA LAB REPORT #:5222897038 Weight: 1.33ct Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Color: K C...
Blue Aquamarine & Diamond Emerald Vintage Inspired Edwardian White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A true masterpiece for those who appreciate unique jewelry design and fine craftsmanship. At the heart of this exquisite openwork ring lies a radiant round aquamarine. This centerpie...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Floral Cluster Engagement 14K White Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Look at this stunning ruby and diamond floral cluster ring! Set in rose gold, this vintage inspired ruby and diamond ring features a unique floral design. With total of 0.17 carat di...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1.27 Carat GIA Cert Circular Brilliant Cut Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a charming 18k white gold engagement ring from the Edwardian era, is centered with a sparkling GIA certified circular brilliant cut diamond ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.