Cabochon Gemstone Rings
Vintage 1980s American Modern Fashion Rings
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Mandarin Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Garnet, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinu...
2010s Modern Fashion Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
1990s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Art Deco Engagement Rings
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s French Contemporary Bridal Rings
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Engagement Rings
Garnet, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold...
2010s German Art Deco Engagement Rings
Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Artist Solitaire Rings
Moonstone, Silver
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings
Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Mandarin Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Garnet, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinu...
20th Century Unknown Retro Solitaire Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k ...
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Chrysophrase, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Opal, Black Opal, Silver
2010s Thai Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings
Chrysophrase, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Coral, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Gold
2010s French Artisan Fashion Rings
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Moonstone, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s German Artist Cocktail Rings
Jade, Silver
2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings
Larimar, Silver
Vintage 1970s Modern Engagement Rings
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Agate, Paraiba, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Fashion Rings
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Agate, Paraiba, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Agate, Paraiba, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Agate, Paraiba, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Agate, Paraiba, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Agate, Paraiba, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
Agate, Paraiba, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Artisan Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s French Artisan Cluster Rings
Fire Agate, Agate, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Peridot, 14k Gold
2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Artisan Fashion Rings
Crystal, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Baroque Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Gold
2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Turquoise, Moonstone, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s French Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Fire Agate, Agate, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Titanium
2010s Indian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Cat’s Eye, Hesso...
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Brazilian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Quartz, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, ...
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Cabochon Gemstone Rings For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Cabochon Gemstone Rings?
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.
- What are cabochon rings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A cabochon ring is a piece of jewelry that shows off a gemstone in the cabochon style, meaning it has a polished and rounded top surface and a flat back. It differs from a faceted ring, in which the gem is cut with tools. Cabochon rings tend to highlight the color and reflectivity of the gem and do not have the sparkle of faceted stones. Find a range of cabochon rings on 1stDibs.
- What is a cabochon ring?1 Answer
Roman Malakov DiamondsApril 19, 2021A cabochon ring is a ring set with a cabochon gemstone. A cabochon is characterized as having a convex, rounded surface that is polished but unfaceted. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best gemstone for an engagement ring is really a matter of preference. Diamonds have extraordinary brilliance, a hardness of 10, and are more scratch-resistant than any other gemstone. Emeralds and sapphires are also popular gemstones for an engagement ring. Shop a collection of vintage and modern engagement rings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
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