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Late Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Ring, 0.85 Carats H SI1, Circa 1940
Located in London, GB
A late Art Deco diamond ring, set with a 0.85ct, H colour, SI1 clarity, Edwardian-cut diamond, in a
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Octagon Cut Citrine Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Octagon Cut Citrine. This Ring is inspired by Art Deco. Size ITA: 15 USA: 7 and 1/4 We're a workshop so
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Citrine, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco 20K White Gold 0.48ctw Old Cut Diamond Milgrain Engraved Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Total Carat Weight: 0.48 (approx.) Material: Solid 20k White Gold Weight: 3.64 Grams Ring Size: 4.0
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Aquamarine Blue Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Dinner 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
engagement or right hand ring setting! 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.10 g
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Circa 1920s Art Deco Platinum 1.50cttw Old Mine Cut Cluster Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
can be sized up or down 4 sizes for an additional $40. If you wish to have a ring sized please
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Floral Cluster Ring Earring Lover White Gold Set
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
touch to a special gift. Ring Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 2.88 g. (approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 1930s 2.40 Carat Three Stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
approximately 1.30 carats.   Circa 1930s Size 4, resizable
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Emerald Heart Diamond Wedding Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Antique Art Deco - Edwardian Heart Motif Diamond and Emerald Wedding Ring
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

London Blue Topaz Diamond Black Onyx Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
: Art-deco Inspired Total weight: 4.48 g. (approx. total weight) Ring size: US 3 8 available Center
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Platinum Cocktail Ring with 2.57 CTW Blue Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
: Art Deco Metal: Platinum Stone: Natural Diamonds & Blue Sapphires Ring size: 7 3/4 (sizable). Ring
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1990s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 1.70 Ct Natural Untreated Sapphire 2.20 Ct Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Classy Statement This beautiful and impressive Art Deco ring is bears French import duty marks
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Round Blue Violet Tanzanite Diamond Onyx Art Deco Style 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Style: Art-deco Total weight: 4.00 g. (approx. total weight) Ring size: US 3 8 available Center
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ring Coral Onyx Sz 9.75 Platinum Plaque Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Art Deco era diamond, coral & onyx ring crafted in 900 platinum (circa 1920s
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Bezel Set Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Bezel Set Ring. This classic
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Estate Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Filigree Platinum Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
20k White Gold Art Deco VIntage Estate Diamond And Sapphire Filigree Ring. This vintage estate Art
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Vintage 1930s European Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1.72 CTW Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Tulip Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
engraved wheat motif shoulders Stamped for platinum Circa: 1930s Ring size: 6 3/4 and sizable Measures
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 0.42 CTW Fancy Brown-Yellow Diamond 18K Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
shank and milgrain detail Stamped for 18 karat gold Circa: 1930s Ring size: 3 1/4 and sizable Measures
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Belais Art Deco 0.45 CTW Old Mine Diamond 18K Gold Checkerboard Vintage Ring
By Belais
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Signed for Belais Ring size: 4 1/2 and sizable Measures north to south 8.0 mm and sits 5.0 mm high Total
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style .77 Ct Natural Sapphire .55 Ct Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Charming Art Deco Style Platinum marked exquisite halo design is the epitome of eternal elegance
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Single Stone 3.4ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring Circa 1920 s
Located in Firenze, IT
, Italian workmanship from the 20's Size 5 1/4 Weight: 4.5gr. Accompanied by a certificate from the LGA
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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 2.85 CTW No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Bombé Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Accented by milgrain detail and grooved shank Tested as platinum Circa: 1930s Ring size: 7 1/4 and sizable
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Signed Traub Orange Blossom Art Deco White Gold and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, signed Art Deco period engagement ring. By Traub. In 14 karat white gold. With an
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, White Gold

Ruby Onyx and Diamond Art Deco Style Dinner Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total weight: 5.58 g. (approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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

Art Deco 1.37 CTW European Diamond Platinum Ribbon Vintage Engagement Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
engraved wheat motif shank Inscribed ' With Love N.A. to M.V.' Stamped for platinum Circa: 1930s Ring size
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style Octagon Dark Pink Rhodolite Ruby Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
and style. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 10.98 g. (approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, 1920s Art Deco, Hexagonal Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
and authentic Art Deco ring crafted from 18ct gold. This stunning ring features a captivating
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

New Art Deco Style Aquamarine Sapphires Diamonds 18K White Gold Staircase Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. Reviving the codes of early Art Deco rings, this
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k G...

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ring Sz 5 Platinum Navette Cocktail Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 900 platinum. Old
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold 1.01ct GIA Old European Diamond Open Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
make a perfect engagement ring for someone who loves the art deco style. Enjoy! -- Stone(s) -- (1
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Fei Cui Jade and Diamond Cocktail Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Natural Fei Cui Jade and Diamond Cocktail Ring - GIA. This
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Art Deco 2 Stone Sapphire Diamond Ring 2.71ct Baguettes Original 1920 s Plat
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1920's Vintage 2 Stone Sapphire Diamond Ring 2.71ct Platinum
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Diamond Blue Sapphire Halo Art Deco Style Floral Four Clover Motif Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Information Style: Art Deco Weight: 3.40 g. (approx. total weight) Center Gemstones Type: Diamond Shape: Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1.96 CTW Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Link Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with VS2 clarity Stamped for platinum Circa: 1935 Ring Size: 6 1/4 and sizable Measures north to south
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style Diamond with Blue Sapphire Green Emerald Halo White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An incredibly stylish Art Deco target ring, set with a double halo clusters of gemstones – blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

Art Deco Pink Stone and Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
16pts. Ring Size: M or 6 1/4 Panel Dimensions: 9x9mm Weight: 2.3g
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Vintage 1910s British Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Style White Diamond Blue Sapphire Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
also with Rubies or Emeralds. Size ITA: 15 USA: 7 1/4 We're a workshop so every piece is handmade
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold .28ct Old Diamond Sapphire Crisp Filigree Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
shank) Ring Height: 6.7mm rise off the finger Condition: Antique, art deco. All Original finish crisp
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

1925 Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire White Gold Ring with AGS Report
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a gorgeous Art Deco ring set in 18K white gold showcasing a stunning round diamond at the
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Bridal Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art - Deco Ring 1.2ct Sapphire Diamonds solid Platinum ØUS 7.25 /3gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Sapphire + Diamonds + Platinum Ring from 1900s -1920s. All metal parts of this ring are
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum and Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum and Yellow Gold Old European Diamond Engagement Ring. This
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
, creates a timeless and sophisticated engagement ring. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Brilliant Cut Diamond Amethyst Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a 5.00 Carats Natural Marquise Cut Amethyst. Size ITA: 15 USA: 7 1/4
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
that blends vintage charm with graceful color contrasts. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Sapphire, Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Snake Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total weight: 12.45 g. (approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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

Art Deco Style 0.60 Carat White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
with a central Ruby or a central Blue Sapphire. Size ITA: 15 USA: 7 1/4 We're a workshop so every
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco 1ct Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Estate Fine Bridal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant & finely detailed Art Deco era engagement ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in platinum
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Swirling Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A mesmerizing ensemble of diamond and emerald, a swirling engagement ring. This Art Deco inspired
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond London Blue Topaz Halo Set Art Deco Style Round 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This Art-Deco engagement ring is completely spectacular! The vibrant color stone of London blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Certified 3.63 Carats No Heat Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Ring
Located in London, GB
This Art Deco-inspired ring is as stylish as it is elegant. At its centre is an arresting royal
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco White Gold GIA 1.01ctw Old Diamond X Baguette Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Weight: 1.01 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 2.55 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond Emerald Halo Set Octagonal Shape Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
timeless and unique style. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 3.78 g. (approx. total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Green Beryl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An absolutely breathtaking ruby and diamond Art Deco inspired ring, featuring French cut rubies
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 12.12 CTW No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Lotus Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
: 1930s Ring size: 6 3/4 and sizable Measures north to south 16.5 mm and sits 9.5 mm high Total weight
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 0.87 CTW Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Lotus Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
platinum Circa: 1930s Ring Size: 3 1/4 and sizable Measures north to south 9.8 mm and sits 6.2 mm high
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Emerald Art Deco Style Hexagon Shape Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A striking, almost architectural flavor to this Art Deco inspired target ring. The hexagonal head
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Emerald and Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The Diamond, Emerald, and Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement Ring features a stunning round diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

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

Emerald Cut Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gol
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Emerald-Cut Diamond and Emerald Art Deco-style Engagement Ring exudes timeless elegance with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Art Deco Ring Size 4 For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate art deco ring size 4 for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 37 vintage or 1 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect art deco ring size 4 among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing art deco ring size 4 — no matter the origin — is easy, but Alexander of Beverly Hills and Estate Jewelry each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An art deco ring size 4 of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 18, is particularly popular. See these pages for a baguette cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our art deco ring size 4 for sale are for women, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Art Deco Ring Size 4?

The price for an art deco ring size 4 starts at $240 and tops out at $14,900 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,600.

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 ringsvintage 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 ringsvintage 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.