12 Carat Ring
20th Century American Fashion Rings
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Cluster Rings
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Bridal Rings
White Diamond, Platinum
1990s French Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s British Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Morganite
Vintage 1940s American Cluster Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Solitaire Rings
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Solitaire Rings
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1800s British Georgian More Rings
Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, 15k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Opal, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Pink Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
2010s Italian Cocktail Rings
Rose Gold
1990s Italian Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1960s American Retro Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
2010s Russian Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s British Cocktail Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Retro Fashion Rings
Amethyst, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
20th Century Modernist Signet Rings
Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Dome Rings
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Zircon, Zircon, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Opal, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
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Finding the Right Rings for You
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.
- How big is a 12 carat diamond?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The size of a 12 carat diamond is dependent on diamond cut. A 12 carat round diamond is roughly 15 mm in size.
- What does 12K mean on a ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022On a ring, 12K means that the piece is made out of 12-karat gold. This type of precious metal is half pure gold and half metal alloy. It comes in yellow, white and rose colors. You'll find a selection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Is a 4 carat ring big?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not a 4-carat ring is big is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, 4-carat stones usually do have larger dimensions. Diamonds of this size are usually quite expensive due to their size. Shop a large selection of gemstone rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024There is no rule for how many carats are best for a wedding ring. In fact, some wedding bands feature no gemstones at all and therefore have no carat weight ratings. Also, wedding bands set with multiple stones, like eternity bands, will have higher total carat weights because of the larger number of gems. When selecting wedding rings, focus on what appeals to you and fits your budget. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of wedding rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023There is no rule for how many carats a diamond wedding ring should be. You're free to choose a ring with a carat weight that appeals to you and fits your budget. The average carat weight for diamond wedding rings is 1 to 1.9 carats. Shop an assortment of diamond wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023The most popular carat size for engagement rings varies from country to country. In the US, the average size is around one carat. However, engagement rings tend to be smaller in other places. For example, the average is 0.6 carats in the UK and around 0.5 carats in western Europe. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Hailey Bieber’s engagement ring features a six-carat oval-cut solitaire diamond. It features a simple band that keeps the focus on the stone. On 1stDibs, find a range of solitaire engagement rings from some of the top boutiques around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Elizabeth Taylor's famous diamond ring was 33.19 carats. Although many people believe the Krupp diamond ring was an engagement gift, Richard Burton actually bought the gorgeous Asscher-cut ring to mark their five-year anniversary. For their engagement, Burton presented Taylor with an 18.61-carat emerald and diamond pendant made by Bulgari. The pendant detached from its necklace and could double as a brooch. Explore a large selection of diamond rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether 2-carat is a good size for an engagement ring is a matter of personal opinion. Due to its size, a 2-carat gemstone will likely stand out and get noticed. However, some people prefer smaller engagement rings, especially if they work with their hands. Carat weight is also not the most important signifier of a stone’s value. A three-carat gem can be less valuable than a one-carat stone, for example, if all of the other attributes are of lesser quality in the larger diamond. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of engagement rings.
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