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Antique 3 Carats old mine diamond ring
Located in Uccle, BE
Antique ring mage of yellow gold 18 Karat and silver.
The ting is set with 15 old mine diamonds
Category
Late 19th Century French Early Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Garnet and Diamond Cluster Flower Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Silver over yellow gold ring with garnet "petals" fashioned into a flower shape and decorated with
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Garnet, Silver, Yellow Gold
19th Century 4.50 Carat Cabochon Emerald Diamonds Duchess Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats yellow gold, weevil hallmark and silver.
Important antique ring called Duchess
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, St...
Victorian 0.80ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A deep red ruby takes centre stage in this Victorian cluster ring. The old cut ruby is 0.80 carat
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, Silver
Antique 2.05 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, silver set cocktail ring; part of our diverse 1890s jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
This
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1890s Unknown Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Style Silver Oval Filigree Locket/Reliquary Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
glass that covers the front and back of the locket. A large silver ring at the top serves to hang it.
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Silver
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
2.57 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Antique Round Blue Sapphire Ring is a stunning piece of jewelry that exudes timeless elegance
Category
1890s Edwardian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
$4,856 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Rose-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This antique ring features eleven rose-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.25 carats set in
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian 1.25ct Rose-Cut Diamond Ring with Garnet Accents
Located in Northampton, MA
and cradled in a meticulously crafted silver-topped gold collet, the diamond radiates a soft
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring c1820
Located in Firenze, IT
, to trifurcated fleur-de-lys shoulders and a reeded hoop, mounted in silver and gold.
Top size 12mm
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
French Art Deco Silver Plate Wine/Champagne Bucket w/Ring Handles, by St. Medard
By St. Medard 1
Located in Nantucket, MA
French Art Deco silver plate wine/Champagne bucket of tapered form with bands or convex rings and
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Silver Plate
Pair of Silver Plate Wine Coolers With Lion-Mask Ring Handles
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Pair of silver-plated wine coolers with flared rims, lion-mask ring handles, and reeded lower
Category
19th Century British Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Silver Plate
Victorian Synthetic Ruby and 0.62 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold and silver set dress ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections
Category
1890s Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Natural Ruby Diamond Rare Urn Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent Georgian period Urn ring set with natural untreated Ruby and Diamond, possibly Burma
Category
1780s English Georgian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Neoclassical Grey Agate Intaglio Of Heron Men
s Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: late XVIII century
Top size: 12 mm
Ring size: 21
Weight: 19gr.
Silver and 18kt Yellow Gold
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Old Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Early 20th century work
"Toi
Moi" ring in yellow gold 750‰, platinum 850‰, claw-set old-cut
Category
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Labradorite Cameo ring of a Monkey 19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 19th century
Dimensions: 15 mm
Ring Size: 7
Weight: 8.84 gr
The ring, dated to the 19th
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Labradorite, Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 1.10ct Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1870s
Located in London, GB
A total of forty-nine of diamonds are on display in this beautifully designed cluster ring. To the
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1870s British Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Old Cut Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
Dimensions: 16mm x 15mm
Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.24ct
Ring Size: L (52)
Tested As: 18ct Gold & Silver
Period
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Vintage Turquoise and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vivacious Victorian vintage diamond and turquoise navette ring that is long, sleek and slender
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Art Deco Bohemian Garnet Ring Gold Antique Wedding Engagement Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
ring shank is 10 Karat Gold. The garnets are set in silver gilt.
The ring weighs 2.3 grams.
Category
19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
Victorian 2.10ct Diamond Boat Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This stunning boat ring dates back to the Victorian period. The largest diamond of the array sits
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian citrine and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1870.
Located in London, GB
Victorian citrine and diamond coronet cluster ring. Centrally set with an octagonal step-cut
Category
1870s Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau Azurmalachite MilapillasMine Cabochon MexicanSilver Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
sterling-silver solitaire ring whose ends are split into V-shapes. It was crafted by an anonymous Mexican
Category
Early 1900s Mexican Art Nouveau Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Malachite, Sterling Silver
$2,394 Sale Price
60% Off
Antique Old Rose Cut Flemish Diamond Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Centering an old rose cut flemish diamond approximately 0,50ct, mounted in silver and gold.
Size 7
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Contemporary Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian Ruby
Diamond Cocktail Ring Dazzling
Rare
Located in Northampton, MA
gold and silver, the ring is constructed in two sections: The center section rises high like a fresh
Category
Mid-19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver
$4,796 Sale Price
43% Off
gold and silver bague au firmament with green glass and diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An extraordinairy 18 carat gold and silver bague au firmament with an octagonal convex element with
Category
1810s French Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Purple Star Sapphire Ring, 1890s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
The centre stone of this lovely Victorian ring is a purple star sapphire. The sapphire is natural
Category
1890s English Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Silver, Yellow Gold
$3,000 Sale Price
36% Off
Ancient Hellenistic Gold Ring with Medusa Motif c. 300 BC
Located in Chicago, IL
.) Weight is 7.56 grams Metal analysis: 93.77% gold, 4.50% silver, 1.73% copper. Approximate ring size
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15th Century and Earlier Hellenistic Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Gold, Silver
18th Century Seven-Stone Rose Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
silver and gold.
Top size 15mm x 8mm
Weight: 2.35g
Size 6 1/2
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Georgian crystal and enamel memorial ring, circa 1759.
Located in London, GB
Georgian crystal and enamel memorial ring. Set with one central octagonal faceted rock crystal in a
Category
1750s Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Crystal, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Silver Plated Napkin Ring Set, Wilkens Ostfriesen Desig Boxed Set of Six Germany
Located in Wembley, GB
Wilkens Silver-Plated Napkin Ring Set – Ostfriesen Pattern, Boxed Set of Six, German Silverware
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$462 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Victorian / Early Edwardian Moonstone and Diamond Heart Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This romantic late Victorian/early Edwardian ring centers on a glowing heart-shaped cabochon
Category
1890s English Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, 9k Gold, Silver
Delicate Victorian Fleur de Lis Ring
Located in New York, NY
Delicate Victorian Ring with fleur de lis motif shoulders, set with tiny rose diamonds in silver
Category
1870s American High Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique English Silver Napkin Rings Set of 6, Original Case Ornate Art Deco
Located in Wembley, GB
rings make an impressive gift for weddings, anniversaries, or collectors of fine silver. Their well
Category
1920s British Art Deco Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Victorian 1.25ct Diamond and Enamel Ring, c.1860s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the mid Victorian era, this beautiful ring is a true rarity. At it's centre a 0.25 carat
Category
1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Victorian rose cut diamond engagement ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and a silver bezel. This gorgeous
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique diamond
ruby ring, Poland, early 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique silver and gold ring with ruby, diamonds and synthetic corundum.
Origin: Poland, Warsaw
Category
Early 20th Century Polish Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Georgian diamond and enamel memorial ring, circa 1790.
Located in London, GB
Georgian diamond and enamel memorial ring. Centrally composed of an oval plaque of dark blue engine
Category
1790s Georgian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Victorian 0.85 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, 18ct yellow gold diamond cluster ring. The ring features a central old mine
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late Georgian Cluster Ring with Rose - Cut Diamonds Circa 1790
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Late Georgian Cluster Ring with Rose - Cut Diamonds Circa 1790
The ring features a central rose
Category
1790s European Georgian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Early Victorian 1.72 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond band ring has been crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with silver settings.
This antique cocktail
Category
1860s Unknown Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1900s Green Agate Rose-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat rose gold, owl hallmark and silver, swan hallmark.
Pompadour ring style, this
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterli...
Victorian Turquoise Cabochon Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Bow Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
shoulders
Stamped for 18 karat gold and tested as silver
Circa: 1870s
Ring size: 6 1/4 and sizable
Measures
Category
1870s Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Set of 6 Napkin Rings Vintage Silver-Plated in Cutlery Design Fork, Knife Spoon
Located in Wembley, GB
A playful yet elegant set of six vintage silver-plated napkin rings, each designed with a charming
Category
1920s British Art Deco Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Metal, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$318 Sale Price
40% Off
Victorian 0.50ct Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
been claw set into silver. This piece is a truly unique cocktail ring from the 1880s.
Gemstone: Diamond
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Georgian approx 4.50 Ct Rose Cut Diamond ring
Located in Napoli, IT
shoulders, hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold topped by silver
It is set with approx 4.50 Ct total of pavè set
Category
Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau Golden Old Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1900s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Nouveau ring made of gold and silver elements with diamonds in old rose and old-brilliant cuts
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Coronet Cluster Ring, circa 1890
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond coronet cluster ring. Centrally set with a round old cut diamond, J colour, SI1
Category
1890s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ancient Bronze Ephesus Bee Coin Ring-Size 9
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ephesus Bee/Stag ring 22kt gold and An authentic ancient Greek bronze coin from Ephesos, Ionia
Category
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antique Silver Ring
Materials
22k Gold, Sterling Silver
1.71 Carat Georgian Style Old Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful, 22ct yellow gold, old cushion cut diamond ring. The setting of the ring is in
Category
1920s Georgian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Brown Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique late Baroque (Rococo), Diamond, Blue Enamel Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique late Baroque Diamond and Blue Enamel Eight pointed Star Ring (Rococo/ Georgian period)
A
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Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Enamel, Silver, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau ring with emerald and diamonds, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
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Ring made of 14-karat yellow gold (0.580 fineness) and silver elements in the setting of diamond
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old cut natural
Category
1890s Late Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Victorian 2.50 carat total weight diamond 18k rose gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique Victorian ring dazzles with 22 old mine cut diamonds totaling approximately 2.50
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Early 18th Century Stuart Crystal and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
: 8 (3mm - 2mm)
Tested As: 18ct Gold & Silver
Period: Circa. 1700
Box: The Vintage Jeweller Ring Box
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Art Nouveau 1.50 Ct Diamond 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Epitome of pure Beauty and elegance Nature inspired, this rare, authentic art Nouveau ring is the
Category
1890s European Art Nouveau Antique Silver Ring
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
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Antique Silver Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the antique silver ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Silver, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1409 vintage or 1 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique silver ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing antique silver ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Fabio Ferrara, FANCS V by Simona Elia and Georg Jensen each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An antique silver ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 884, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A rose cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old mine cut and old european cut versions for sale. Finding an antique silver ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 417 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Antique Silver Ring?
On average, an antique silver ring at 1stDibs sells for $2,403, while they’re typically $33 on the low end and $287,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Silver Ring
- What is antique silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
- Is antique silver real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
- Can wedding rings be silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Yes, wedding rings can be silver. Typically, jewelry makers use .925 sterling silver to produce wedding bands due to its strength and tarnish resistance. You can also find silver-toned wedding rings made of other materials like white gold and platinum. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of wedding rings from some of the world's top dealers.
- What is an antique silver plate?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
- What is antique silver made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is antique silver plating?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What does antique silver mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024How much a silver ring weighs varies. The thickness of the ring and its diameter will both determine the weight. In addition, any gemstones present in the design will also make the jewelry heavier. Most silver rings weigh two to four grams, but some may weigh more or less. Shop a wide range of silver rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024On a silver ring, 750 means that the ring is actually crafted out of white gold rather than silver. 750 is a hallmark commonly used to identify 18-karat gold. The reason for this is that 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% alloy metal. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of white gold rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A snake ring can symbolize eternal love, especially if the snake is depicted as eating its own tail. Another meaning is one of mourning, and of the snake purifying a corpse and its return to Earth. Shop a collection of snake-shaped jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Your silver ring is likely turning gold due to a chemical process known as tarnishing. It occurs when sulfuric compounds and other substances in the air react with silver, causing it to change color. You can reduce the risk of tarnishing by following the storage, cleaning and care instructions provided by the jewelry maker. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of silver 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 ExpertAugust 20, 2024Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
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