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Paul Storr Antique Set of Six Sterling Silver Meat Skewers
By Paul Storr
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ring loop finger piece.
Sets of six graduated antique silver skewers are difficult to locate
Category
1810s British Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Portrait of a Lady White Silk Dress
Red Drapery, Signed Dated 1739 Vanderbank
By John Vanderbank
Located in London, GB
-century British portraiture, a ring worn on the little finger (pinky ring) often functions differently
Category
18th Century Old Masters Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Le Mariage Mystique De Ste Catherine XVIIe Siècle Flamand
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
Flemish masters.
The Christ Child, seated on the Virgin’s lap, is about to place a ring on the finger of
Category
Late 17th Century Flemish School Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Oil, Panel
Antique Georgian York Sterling Silver Meat Skewer / Letter Opener
By Robert Cattle
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
tapered form with a circular ring loop finger piece.
The surface of this fine example of Georgian
Category
Early 1800s British George III Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian English Sterling Silver Meat Skewers / Letter Openers
By William Eaton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
English sterling silver letter openers/meat skewers have a tapered form with a circular ring loop finger
Category
1840s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Stickpin, c. 1920
By Cartier
Located in Weston, MA
yellow gold set within a ring of diamonds. A single rose-cut diamond is set on one of the fingers to
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Pair of Sterling Silver Game Skewers / Letter Openers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
embellished with chased decorated shell designs below the plain circular ring loop finger piece.
The
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1820s Great Britain (UK) George IV Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mary Chawner Victorian Sterling Silver Meat Skewer / Letter Opener
By Mary Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
contemporary engraved initial ‘R’ below the plain circular ring loop finger piece.
The reverse surface is
Category
1830s English Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Portrait of a Girl, 1887 by Danish Realist Painter Peder Mørk Mønsted
By Peder Mørk Mønsted
Located in Stockholm, SE
seashell, although it's difficult to tell with certainty. On her finger, she wears a ring set with
Category
1880s Realist Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Oil, Wood Panel
Austrian Oil Painting of a Dream Wedding by Zatzka
By Hans Zatzka
Located in London, GB
surrounded by charming putti representing her wedding dream. One places a wedding ring on her finger, while
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Georgian 18 Karat Handmade Chain with Hand Clasp in Original Fitted Box
Located in New York, NY
carved ruffled sleeve (a frozen moment of Georgian elegance), bearing upon its finger a serpent ring
Category
Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Scottish Silver Torah Pointer, Glasgow late 19th century
Located in New York, NY
pointing ringed finger.
Hallmarked and signed L. Victor on top of the pointing hand
Category
Late 19th Century Scottish Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Silver
French Hand Blown Blue Opaline Glass Vase Cornucopia France Art Deco 1920 - XXth
By Portieux Vallerysthal
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
finger wears a ring and the base represents the wrist of a lace blouse.
The color work of the opaline is
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Opaline Glass
$208 Sale Price
60% Off
Antique Silver Card Case, Birmingham 1910, Adie and Lovekin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
with chain attached and ring finger loop. Richly engraved foliage and pin pricked decoration. Measures
Category
1910s English Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
$440 Sale Price
20% Off
French Hand Blown Blue Opaline Glass Vase Cornucopia France Art Deco 1920 - XXth
By Portieux Vallerysthal
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
a cornucopia and dating approximately from the 1920s
“Cornet” vase or “Main” vase
The ring finger
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Glass, Opaline Glass
$208 Sale Price
60% Off
Early European Portrait Painting of a Young Woman
Located in Houston, TX
right hand and presents her left hand with a ring on her ring finger. The portrait painting could be an
Category
Late 18th Century Naturalistic Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Fine c.1845 Oil - Portrait of a Widow
Located in Corsham, GB
with forget-me-not flowers. Her hand is displayed prominently with a large gold ring on her ring finger
Category
19th Century Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Oil
Symphony in White No. 2, The Little White Girl
By James Abbott McNeill Whistler
Located in Fairlawn, OH
"art for art's sake" philosophy. In this painting, Heffernan wears a ring on her ring finger, even
Category
1920s Pre-Raphaelite Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Mezzotint
Mid 19th Century Oil - Victorian Widow
Located in Corsham, GB
. She wears a ruby brooch at her neck and her fingers slip through the ring, hung on her gold chain. She
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Oil
17th Century Mystical Marriage of Saint Catherine Oli on Canvas Roman School
Located in Milan, IT
Catherine was laughing, she found in her finger the same ring that she had seen and had in Heaven, and she
Category
17th Century Italian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Canvas
Charleston Mahogany Urn Finial Four-Poster Crib with Caning, Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
ringed post, hinged finger locked swing down side panels, original side rails with supporting poplar
Category
Early 1800s American American Colonial Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Brass
Over Life-Size Tibetan Gilt Bronze Arm of a Bodhisattva, Late 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
, with the pointer and pinky fingers raised, and the middle and ring finger folded down touching the
Category
Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Bronze
17th Century Mystical Marriage of Saint Catherine Painting Oil on Canvas
Located in Milan, IT
she awoke she Catherine she found in her finger the same ring that she had seen and had in Heaven, and
Category
17th Century Italian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Canvas
16th-17th Century Gentleman’s Portrait Oil on Canvas by Francesco Zucco
Located in Milan, IT
feather, the ring on his finger, the hilt of the sword, the costume denote him as a noble man, perfectly
Category
Early 17th Century Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Canvas
Important 14th Century Polychrome Limestone Virgin from Lorraine
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
her right ring-finger.
In the back, carefully sculpted, spreads the minutely detailed short veil
Category
15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Limestone
Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
an elegant and romantic piece and would make a fabulously unique engagement ring.
The finger size of
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
, head measuring 0.8x1cm, finger size L, gross weight 2.9 grams.
This ring is in very good condition
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
measuring approximately 15mm x 12mm, gross weight 3.3 grams. Finger size L 1/2
This ring is in very good
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
A Roman intaglio gold hardstone ring
Located in London, GB
century AD, measuring approximately 2.7 x 1.4cm, finger size L-N (the ring is not round), gross weight 10
Category
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Antique Finger Rings
Materials
22k Gold
An 18th century gold gimmel ring
Located in London, GB
Albert Museum. This charming ring would make an unusual and original engagement ring.
The finger size of
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18th Century English Georgian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Georgian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
, cluster ring circa 1820, bands circa 1910, gross weight 6.7 grams. Finger size K 1/2
A late Georgian
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Early 19th Century French George III Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Edwardian Hexagonal Shaped Diamond Panel Ring
Located in London, GB
grams. Finger size P
This ring is in fine condition. Unmarked, tested as 18ct gold and platinum.
A
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Victorian Diamond Twin Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
grams. Finger size O
This ring is in very good condition.
A gorgeous and romantic late Victorian ring
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
head measuring approximately 2.2x1.4cm, gross weight 4.6 grams. Finger size N 1/2
This ring is in
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1920s Art Deco Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
encrusted shoulders, head measuring 2x1.5cm, gross weight 5 grams, circa 1920. Finger size L
This ring is
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Late Victorian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
, finger size K½, gross weight 2.9 grams.
This ring is in excellent condition.
This gorgeous Victorian
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
A Late Victorian Five Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
, the head measuring 2 x 0.6cm,finger size L ½, gross weight 3.6 grams.
This antique ring is in very
Category
19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
measures approximately 10.8 x 19.7mm, height from finger approximately 7.1mm, finger size 7. The ring can
Category
1920s Art Deco Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
, circa 1890, head measuring 0.9x2.2cm, gross weight 5.2 grams. Finger size O
This ring is in very good
Category
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Sugarloaf Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
measuring approximately 1.3cm, gross weight 4.0 grams. Finger size M
This ring is in very good condition
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Belle-Époque Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
. Finger size O 1/2
This stunning early twentieth century ring comes from the collection of Bentley
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Belle Epoque Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
measuring 3.2x1.8cm, finger size L, gross weight 6.4 grams. Finger size L
This ring is in very good
Category
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Emerald and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
1880, Finger size K
A Victorian ring in very good condition. Unmarked , tested as 18ct gold.
This
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1880s British Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Victorian Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
, head measuring 0.8x1.8cm, gross weight 4.1 grams, Finger size N 1/2
This victorian ring is in very
Category
1840s British Early Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Plaque Ring
By Janesich
Located in London, GB
weight 7.05 grams. Finger size P
This ring is in very good condition. Unmarked, tested as platinum and
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Victorian Five Stone Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Victorian scroll mount. This gorgeous ring would make an ideal antique engagement ring
The finger size of
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Diamond and Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in London, GB
finger and set between diamond-set leaf shaped shoulders of a naturalistic design. This ring is a
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
A Continental Pearl, Diamond And Synthetic Ruby Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
3.7 grams, circa 1905, marked 18ct gold, the head measuring 2.2x1.7cm, finger size O 1/2.
This ring
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Trefoil Pearl and Diamond Cross-Over Ring
Located in London, GB
measuring approximately 1.9x1.7cm, gross weight 4.5 grams. Finger size S
This ring is in very good
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Five-Stone Half Hoop Ring
Located in London, GB
beautifully with the bright and lively stones. This piece would make a stunning engagement ring.
The finger
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Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
An early 20th century diamond and sapphire cluster ring
Located in London, GB
, circa 1920, the head measuring 1.5 x 1.3cm, finger size M, gross weight 3.7 grams.
This vintage ring is
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Early 20th Century English Modern Antique Finger Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Victorian Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Twin Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
unusual engagement ring.
The finger size of most of our rings can be adjusted and our workshop will be
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
1.28 Carat Pear Shaped Diamond Gold Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
wearable today, this wonderful ring would make the idea non-traditional engagement ring.
The finger size
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Pearl Diamond Gold Twin Heart Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
cm, circa 1880, gross weight 7.5 grams. Finger size M
This ring is in fine condition. Unmarked
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pearl and Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl and diamond ring, the three graduated natural pearls, centre weighing 1.55ct, set
Category
1870s British Victorian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Belle Époque Natural Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
opulence for a more streamlined look.
The finger size of most of our rings can be adjusted and our
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Edwardian Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
colour and sparkle to everyday wear and would make a lovely antique engagement ring.
The finger size of
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Finger Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique Finger Rings For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of antique finger rings. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of antique finger rings to choose from, but Victorian and Edwardian antique finger rings are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Tiffany
Co., Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and J.E. Caldwell
Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 3653, are particularly popular. A selection of old european cut, old mine cut and round cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of antique finger rings, as most of the options available are for women.
How Much are Antique Finger Rings?
On average, antique finger rings at 1stDibs sell for $2,538, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $369,844 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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.
Questions About Antique Finger Rings
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Which finger you should wear a dragon ring on is largely a matter of personal preference. It also depends on the size of the ring. Most people choose not to wear the rings on their ring fingers unless the jewelry serves as engagement or wedding rings. Shop a variety of dragon rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The fourth finger, or ring finger, is typically the finger used for engagement rings. However, which hand people typically wear engagement rings on varies. The left hand is the most common option in the U.S., Austria, Bulgaria, Germany, France, Ireland, Mexico, the UK, Norway, Poland, Russia, Canada, Australia and other countries. In Italy, Croatia, the Netherlands, Portugal, Switzerland, Spain and India, engagement rings usually go on the right hand. Explore a large collection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Finger rings were a sign of wealth, status, and knowledge in Ancient Rome. The Romans wore multiple rings at once and favored showy examples. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic Roman rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditionally, a Claddagh ring is worn on the ring finger of the left hand. An engaged person usually positions the ring with the heart pointing outward, while a married person flips it around, showing it off with the heart pointing inward. Find a selection of Claddagh rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022During the 18th and 19th centuries, mourning rings were worn on the pinky finger. When the jewelry came back into fashion in the 1930s and 40s, the tradition of displaying a mourning ring on the fifth finger continued. Today, people may opt to wear the rings on any finger. You'll find a variety of mourning rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What finger you wear a Cartier Love ring on is largely a matter of personal preference. However, many people wear it on the ring fingers of their right hands. Following the immense success of the Love bracelet, which was designed by Italian jeweler Aldo Cipullo in 1969, Cartier went on to produce earrings, necklaces and rings. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier Love rings.
- What were antique rings made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Antique rings were made of a variety of materials. You can find pieces produced out of many of the same precious metals used today, such as yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver and platinum. In addition, some antique rings feature a material called pinchbeck, which is a combination of copper and zinc. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of antique rings.
- Do antique rings have hallmarks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, some antique rings have hallmarks. However, some do not. Before 1950, jewelry makers didn't add hallmarks to their pieces, but some did to indicate who produced the jewelry and/or tell the buyer what type of metals they contained. Shop a large collection of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- Is my antique ring real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To find out if your antique ring is real, you can first try researching the maker. Look for a hallmark inside the ring and then use trusted online resources to determine who produced it. From there, you can find out if the jewelry maker typically produced jewelry out of precious metals and genuine gemstones or specialized in costume jewelry crafted from less costly materials. Another option is to have an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser inspect your ring for you. Explore a wide variety of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a ring is an antique, see if you can locate a maker's marking on the inside of the band. If you can, research the artisan, company or workshop using trusted online resources. By learning when they were active and reviewing image galleries of their work, you can often estimate approximately when a particular ring was produced. If your ring is 100 years old or older, it is an antique. In the event that you can't find a maker's mark or still have lingering questions about your ring's age, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a wide variety of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Yes, antique engagement rings do tend to be popular. They especially appeal to brides-to-be who want something unique and like the idea of owning a ring that has a long history. Rings from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras are among the most highly sought-after antique options. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023You can buy antique rings online from a number of trusted platforms, including 1stDibs. Popular antique pieces on these platforms include band rings, signet rings, engagement rings, cocktail rings, wedding rings and more. The vast options for online ring shopping bring centuries of styles from across the globe to you, including rings made with precious metals like gold and silver and gemstones like diamonds, pearls, rubies, sapphires and garnets. Explore a wide range of antique rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell how old an antique ring is, you have two main options. First, you can conduct online research using trusted sources. If you know the maker of the ring or the ring has a maker's mark that you can use to identify who produced it, learning more about the designer, artisan or company and their styles can help with the dating process. When the maker is unknown, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics of various antique jewelry styles, such as Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian, to try and identify the period in which your ring was likely produced. The second option is to have a certified appraiser, experienced antique dealer or knowledgeable jeweler date your ring for you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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