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1.06ct Emerald-Cut Blue Sapphire Triple Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
of an extraordinary triple halo design — an ode to the grandeur of vintage Art Deco craftsmanship
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.7ct Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
in a delicate halo of approx. 0.68ct natural diamonds—a mix of round and tapered baguette cuts (G
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1ct Natural Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
A Modern Heirloom of Art Deco Elegance Crafted for those who adore timeless sophistication with a
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Emerald Platinum Ring (GIA Approx 4.90-Carats) with Diamond Halo
Located in New York, NY
Jewelry Type: Cocktail Ring Jewelry Style: Diamond Halo Metal: Platinum, Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6.75 US
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA-certified 1ct Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring - 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
sophistication of Art Deco geometry and the elegance of classic halo silhouettes, this ring unites modern
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Natural 0.60ct Diamond Blue Halo Enamel 14k Solid Rose Gold Ring Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Art Deco design, making this ring a standout accessory for any occasion. Diamonds are a universal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Natural 0.60ct Diamond Red Halo Enamel 14k Solid Rose Gold Ring Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural 0.60ct Diamond Red Halo Enamel 14k Solid Rose Gold Ring Fine Jewelry Crafted in elegant 14K
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Natural 0.60ct Diamond White Halo Enamel 14k Solid Rose Gold Ring Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Art Deco design, making this ring a standout accessory for any occasion. Diamonds are a universal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

2.1tcw Natural Oval Ruby Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
and Diamond Double Halo Ring captures the essence of refined luxury. At its heart lies a mesmerizing
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Blue Sapphire Gemstone Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
sapphire ring surrounded by a baguette and round diamond halo. -Set in a sleek white gold band for a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat Oval Cut No Oil Emerald and Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
- Weight: 11.12 Grams - Style: Art Deco - Era: Vintage, Circa 1950 - Setting: Prong, Halo - Ring Size: 6.25
Category

Early 2000s European Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1ct Pear-Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Open Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Effortless Elegance. Art Deco Brilliance. A Sapphire Masterpiece Made to Shine. This striking halo
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

6.23Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring All Tariff Paid
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
6.23Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring All Tariff Paid The focal point of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

6.23Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Cocktail Ring All Tariff Paid
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
6.23Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Cocktail Ring All Tariff Paid The focal point of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Statement Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 3.52
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 0.60ct Diamond White Halo Enamel 18k Solid Rose Gold Ring Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Art Deco design, making this ring a standout accessory for any occasion. Diamonds are a universal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Natural 0.60ct Diamond Blue Halo Enamel 18k Solid Rose Gold Ring Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Art Deco design, making this ring a standout accessory for any occasion. Diamonds are a universal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

1.87 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring 14k Solid Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.87 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring 14k Solid Gold This ring showcases
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.87 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring 18k Solid Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.87 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring 18k Solid Gold This ring showcases
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2ct Emerald-Cut Pink Sapphire Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
· Modern Flow Ring Size • US 7 (Resizable · Custom Made to All Sizes) Design Theme • Statement · Art Deco
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural SI/HI Diamond Cluster Double Halo Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
The ring features a center arrangement of baguette and round-cut diamonds, beautifully set in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Spectrum Jewels Natural Emerald SI/H Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Natural Emerald SI/H Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Engagement Ring features the focal point as a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Spectrum Jewels Natural Emerald SI/H Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Natural Emerald SI/H Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Engagement Ring features the focal point as a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.67Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.67Ct Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold At the center lies
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.45Ct Oval Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
3.45Ct Oval Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 18 Karat White Gold Encircling the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Oval-Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
captures the grandeur of Art Deco elegance with a distinctly modern edge. At the heart of the ring lies a
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage-Inspired 1Ct Ruby 1.18Ct Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring showcases an oval-cut ruby weighing 1 carat, surrounded by brilliant round and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA-Certified 1ct Oval-Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
, balancing grandeur with subtle sophistication. Inspired by the Art Deco era’s glamour and geometry, this
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA-Certified 1ct Oval-Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
grandeur of its centerpiece. This extraordinary ring draws inspiration from the Art Deco era, where
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.67Ct Octagon Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Bridal Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.67Ct Octagon Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Bridal Ring 18 Karat White Gold At the center lies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.5ct Natural Oval-Cut Red Ruby Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
double halo evokes a refined Art Deco spirit — perfect for those with a love for timeless glamour and
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2ct Oval-Cut Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
, masterfully set in 18K white gold. This GIA-certified treasure is an ode to Art Deco elegance, designed for
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

6 Carat Royal Blue No Heat Burma Star-Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: - Metal: Platinum - Weight: 11.61 grams - Ring Size: 6 - Style: Art Deco Center Stone Details
Category

2010s Burmese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum

1ct Natural Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
by a double halo of natural round and tapered baguette-cut diamonds (0.40ct total, G color, VS
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Late Deco 1.90ct Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Late Deco cluster ring. The oval cut sapphire has a beautiful deep blue tone which, set amongst the
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Pear Shaped Pink Tourmaline W a Mixed Diamond Halo Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
baguette diamond halo and a split shank. A beautiful collection piece that is perfect for every occasion
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

10K White Gold 1.0 Ct Diamond Cluster with Halo Vintage-Inspired Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this 10K white gold diamond cocktail ring features 1.0 carat total weight of
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

2.85Ct Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo SI/H Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.85Ct Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo SI/H Engagement Ring 14k White Gold This ring features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

2.85Ct Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo SI/H Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.85Ct Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo SI/H Engagement Ring 18k White Gold This ring features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1.6ct Tanzanite Ring w Mixed Diamond Halo in Solid 14K White Gold EM 8x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Elevate your style with our 1.6ct Tanzanite Ring. Crafted in solid 14K white gold, it showcases a
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

$27, 500 Rare Important 18KT Gold Venetian Art Deco Gorgeous Diamond Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
RUBY VENETIAN ART DECO STYLE RING. Ring is comprised with a Large Finely Set Sparkling Baguette
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

$25, 000 Rare Important 18KT Gold Venetian Art Deco Gorgeous Diamond Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
EMERALD VENETIAN ART DECO STYLE RING. Ring is comprised with a Large Finely Set Sparkling Baguette
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Blue Sapphire and Diamonds 14K White Gold Engagement Ring Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
encircled by a halo of round brilliant-cut diamonds, further enhanced by tapered baguette diamonds set along
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Cert. 26 Carat Sapphire No Heat Cabochon Diamond Art Deco Dome 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 26.47 Carat No Heat Sri Lanka Origin Blue Sapphire and Diamond Dome Art Deco Style
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

2.87 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
with a halo of round and baguette cut diamonds in a platinum Art Deco style setting with round diamonds
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Cushion-Cut Green Emerald Baguette Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
emerald is a refined halo of tapered baguette-cut diamonds, totaling 0.31 carats, adding brilliance and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cushion Cut Baguette Set Sapphire (Approx 1.50-Carats) Diamond Cluster, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite cushion cut sapphire with baguette set diamond ring showcases a striking approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

2.55 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in London, GB
sapphire is elegantly framed by a halo of white tapered baguette-cut diamonds, creating a radiant display
Category

Vintage 1950s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.5ct Natural Pear-Cut Emerald Diamond Double Halo Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Vivid Majesty. Art Deco Grandeur. A Jewel of Timeless Elegance. Commanding in presence yet
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2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 1.16 carat 3 Cluster Red Rubies Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This stunning cluster baguette and diamond ring has a colour stone border to give it that extra
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 1.8 carats 18KT White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A trio of white gold baguette clusters are combined with a halo, highlighting on the side with
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Natural Diamond 1.13 carats 18KT White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Take your breath away with this stunning halo cluster engagement ring, an epitome of elegance and
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamonds 0.49 carats 18KT White Gold Multi Shape Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
facet of this incredibly beautiful. Fashioned in a fabulous 2 Multi Shape cluster illusion, this ring
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified 2 Carat Emerald Cocktail Ring
By LĂ–F
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and princess cut diamonds set baguette. The ring was recently redesigned to add the halo, you can see
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2010s North American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Natural Diamond 1.24 carats 18KT Gold 3 Cluster Blue Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This stunning cluster baguette and diamond ring has a colour stone border to give it that extra
Category

2010s Belgian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamonds 0.50 carats 18KT White Gold Multi Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
. Fashioned in a fabulous 2 cluster illusion, this ring incorporates Baguette, Marquise, Princess and round
Category

2010s Belgian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamonds 1.25 carats 18KT White Gold Multi Shape Cluster Statement Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
facet of this incredibly beautiful. Fashioned in a fabulous 3 Multi Shape cluster illusion, this ring
Category

2010s Belgian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Art Deco Baguette Halo Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact art deco baguette halo ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 3 vintage or 8 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for an art deco baguette halo ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating an art deco baguette halo ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Concierge Diamonds Inc. and Dover Jewelry are consistently popular. An art deco baguette halo ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 9, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A baguette cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cushion cut and emerald cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an art deco baguette halo ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Art Deco Baguette Halo Ring?

The price for an art deco baguette halo ring starts at $2,450 and tops out at $40,200 with these rings, on average, selling for $6,620.

A Close Look at Art-deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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. 

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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.