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Diamond Daisy Elevated on Ring. 14K Diamond Daisy. Vintage Diamond Flower
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
color: Silver Adjustable Style: Art deco Beautiful Diamond Ring. Made sometime in 1950s, Condition
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Early 2000s Fashion Rings

Modern Design 18 Karat Gold 0.65 Carat VS SI Diamond Band Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
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Late 20th Century Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian to Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold A stunning antique ring
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15 Karat Gold Warrior Profile Shell Cameo Round Signet Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 15k Gold

10k Princess DIAMOND cluster illusion solitaire ring.Square Diamond PAVE princes
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
: Art deco Beautiful 10k White gold Ring. Multiple tiny diamonds set into an illusion solitaire design
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Early 2000s Solitaire Rings

GIA Certified 1.26 Orange Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
original 1930’s Art Deco platinum setting with six baguette accent diamonds. Vintage rectangular modified
Category

Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Engraved Cushion Shape Natural Amethyst Faceted Oval Amethyst Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
middle...Ring shank is also in 14 kt solid yellow gold now in american size # 7,but we can easily change
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold

Engraved Cushion Shape Natural Amethyst Faceted Oval Ruby Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
middle...Ring shank is also in 14 kt solid yellow gold now in american size # 7,but we can easily change
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold 0.75 Carat Ruby Diamond Openwork Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut diamond
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

1920s French 2.10 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
crafted in 18k white gold with a platinum setting. The pierced decorated Art Deco ring setting is
Category

Vintage 1920s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Swedish goldsmith. Ring in 18-karat white gold adorned with eleven diamonds.
Located in bronshoj, DK
Swedish goldsmith. Ring in 18-karat white gold adorned with eleven diamonds. Art Deco style. Year
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Band Rings

Materials

White Gold

1933 Wedding Ring 3 diamonds 0.6ctw solid 23K Gold Platinum Ø 5.75 US/ 4.7gr
Located in SE
. The band is 2 mm wide. Crown measures 10 mm wide x 7 mm deep. Size : Ø 5.75 US / 16.30 mm.It was
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Platinum

Antique Ring natural 0.4 ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6US/ 2.7 gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold band with braided shoulders holding old diamond cut natural Rose
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Modern 18 Karat Gold 1.20 Carat Ruby 1.05 Carat Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
- 2 diamonds, baguette cut, TW 0.55ct, RW+/RW, VS-SI Weight: 7.41g Size: 17.25 (US 7) IMPORTANT
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Modern 18 Karat Gold 6.44 Carat Tanzanite 0.30 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 3.51 Carat Pear Shape Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gray-Greenish Yellow, set in an in art deco style mounting made in platinum. Mounting is accented with
Category

20th Century American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Cttw Diamond Elongated Octagon Shaped Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fans of the Art Deco style will love this diamond cluster ring. Elegant and timeless, this .925
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold 0.46 Carats White Diamonds Band Unique Rings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Design Ring. 18k Yellow gold weight: 16.7 gr Ring Size: 7 USA/55 FRA/ 15 IT width: 0.3 inch White
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2010s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

.925 Sterling Silver Round and Baguette 3/4 cttw Diamond Cathedral Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fans of the Art Deco style will love this diamond cluster ring. The piece features 3/4 carat of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Victorian 14 Karat Gold 0.22 Carat Sapphire 0.20 Carat Diamond Double Snake Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

White Moonstone Carved Rectangular Shape Aquamarine Pyramid 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
bezel..Ring shank is also in 14 kt solid yellow gold now in american size # 7 ,but we can easily change
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2010s Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor Rainbow Sapphire Gemstone Bezel Eternity Band 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
, Gemstones & Tsavorites In-Stock Size 7-9 *The ring can stretch up to two sizes due to its flexible/extending
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Tsavorite, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gree...

Vintage 14 Karat Gold Pearl 0.49 Carat Diamond Openwork Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
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Mid-20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Engraved Chalcedony Blue Sapphire Cabochon 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
gold ring ( actual size #7, but can resize according to buyer requirement) In 1978 our workshop
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold 0.75 Carat SI Emerald 0.70 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

20th Century Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold Pearl 0.09 Carat Old Cut Diamond Shamrock Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 2.04 Carat Square Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
of the Art Deco era. Perfect for the person looking for a not traditional wedding ring. 1 square
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Peter Suchy 3.20 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond wedding band ring. This substantial wedding band was inspired by styling of the Art Deco
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

EGL Certified .64 Carat Diamond White Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
) this ring captures the essence of the late Art Deco 1940's era. 1 old European cut diamond, I-J VS
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold 0.70 Carat SI Sapphire 1.40 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

55 Carats Octagon Shape Natural Amethyst Round Amethyst Cab Yellow Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
yellow gold...Ring shank is also in 14 kt solid yellow gold now in american size # 7,but we can easily
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2010s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rutilated Quartz Turban Fashion Ring Amethyst Cabochon 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
. yellow gold shank ( actual size # 7, but we can resize it accordind the buyer requirement) In 1978 our
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold 2.20 Carat VS Sapphire 1.50 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

20th Century Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat Premium Lenght Emerald Cut E Color Flawless Clarity Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
: Tapered baguettes, F color, VVS clarity Metal: Platinum Ring size: 7 (resizable) A true collector’s
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2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 14 Karat Gold 0.85 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Band Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

34ct carved emerald, 18k gold ring, by Alexander Tillander ca 1970.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
1970s 34ct carved emerald 18k gold ring Size us 6, 52 , M, 16.75/53 Gross weight: 16.1gram The
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Modern Platinum Diamond Radiant Cut 6.53 Carat Blue Zircon Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Art Deco Inspired Extremely Elegant Entirely Handmade in Platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Platinum

Green Tsavorite Diamond Flexible Bezel Eternity Band 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Karat White Gold Ring Jewels inspired by the colourful Art Deco movement. Lively designs and colorful
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 1880 Antique Ring, Old European Cut Diamond Halo (Approx. 1.40-Carats)
Located in New York, NY
enduring romance. Ring Size: 7 US, Resizable Color: J-K Color Clarity: VS2-SI1 Metal: Platinum, Gold
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.80 Carat Natural Green Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1930's, Sapphire and Diamond engagement ring. GIA certified oval, natural green sapphire
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Early 20th Century Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 18 Karat Gold 0.38 Carat Emerald 0.07 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Modern 18 Karat Gold 0.40 Carat VVS-VS Diamond Bamboo Design Band Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Certified F Color Phoenix Cut Diamond and Platinum Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
ring is modelled in platinum and has an art deco style. Ring Size: P or 7 1/2 Cluster Dimensions
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Vintage 1960s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 1.29ct Old Mine Cut Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
claw, illusion platinum setting. The bold platinum shoulders showcase wonderful Art Deco motifs
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Vintage 1930s English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Old Euro Cut Diamond Ring (Approx. 3.60-Carats) Engagement, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
-inspired geometry to the setting. Currently a size 7, this stunning ring can be resized to fit any finger
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Vintage 1940s French Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.06 Carat Ceylon Oval Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Late Art Deco Light to medium bright Ceylon blue oval 3.06ct cushion Sapphire and diamond three
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Rock Crystal Flower Natural Ruby Cabochon Solid 14 Karat Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
. yellow gold shank. US size # 7 (but resizable according to client request) In 1978 our workshop started
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2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Genuine Turquoise Flower Oval Faceted Blue Sapphire Solid 14K Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
7x9 mm set in solid 14 Kt yellow gold is mounted on top of a 14 Kt. yellow gold shank. US size # 7
Category

2010s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turkmenistan Green Turquoise Flower Blue Sapphire Solid 14 Kt Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
size # 7 (but resizable according to client request) In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make
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2010s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Color Ebony Wood Flower Faceted Emerald Solid 14K Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
size # 7 (but resizable according to client request) In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make
Category

2010s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Rock Crystal Flower Natural Ruby Cabochon Solid 14 Karat Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
. yellow gold shank. US size # 7 (but resizable according to client request) In 1978 our workshop started
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Rock Crystal Flower Natural Ruby Cabochon Solid 14 Karat Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
. yellow gold shank. US size # 7 (but resizable according to client request) In 1978 our workshop started
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 14 Karat 9 Karat Gold 1.00 Carat SI Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold

GIA Certified 3.34 Carat Diamond Ruby Onyx White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond with French cut ruby and black onyx cocktail ring. Art deco inspired custom made mounting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage 18 Karat Gold 0.80 Carat Purple Sapphire 0.55 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold 0.23 Carat Bulge Cut Ruby 0.55 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
Category

20th Century Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Rock Crystal Flower Trillion Cut Peridot Solid 14k Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
shank. US size # 7 (but resizable according to client request) In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Crystal, Peridot, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold

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Art Deco Ring Size 7 For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact art deco ring size 7 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 Platinum, Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for an art deco ring size 7 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. Finding an appealing art deco ring size 7 — no matter the origin — is easy, but Estate Jewelry each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An art deco ring size 7 can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 17 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a baguette cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and single cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our art deco ring size 7 for sale are for women, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Art Deco Ring Size 7?

The price for an art deco ring size 7 starts at $240 and tops out at $14,900 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,450.

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.