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1910s–1920s French Art Deco Marquise Emerald Diamond Ring – Size 60 (US 8)
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
the bold elegance of the Art Deco era. Ideal for collectors of vintage emerald rings, marquise-shaped
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

0.44 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Emerald Ring with Diamond Halo in 18k White Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Colombian Emerald of 0.44 carats. Center stone Emerald is surrounded by 20 eye-clean
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2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 7.08Ct Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Natural 7.08Ct Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Cocktail Ring showcases a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Natural 7.08Ct Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Natural 7.08Ct Emerald Birthstone Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Cocktail Ring showcases a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Emerald And Diamond Halo Ring (Approx. 0.70-Carats) 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Stone: Diamond, Emerald Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Shipping Information: This item is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Gold

5.62Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
5.62Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring 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

5.62Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
5.62Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring 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

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring (GIA Approx. 0.5-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Secondary Stone Weight: Approx. 0.20-Carats Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Halo Metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Diamond Engagement 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
The signature emerald sky blue topaz ring features diamond halo in a cathedral setting. Accenting
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Green Zambian Emerald Diamond Black Onyx White Gold Shield Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A striking and intriguing jewel, indeed. This big, bold, and colorful Art Deco style ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Emerald Cut Blue Aquamarine Diamond Onyx 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A striking and intriguing jewel, indeed. This big, bold, and colorful Art Deco style ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Genuine 1.83ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 14k White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Genuine 1.83Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 14k White Gold Ring This exquisite ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 0.70-Carats) Engagement, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite diamond halo ring showcases a stunning GIA-certified emerald-cut diamond weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Genuine 1.83Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 18k White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Genuine 1.83Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 18k White Gold Ring This exquisite ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

White Ethiopian Opal Green Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
French cut emerald and round diamond. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 4.69
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel-Set Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 1.8-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a bezel-set, emerald-cut diamond weighing Approx. 1.8-Carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Late Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This simply stunning Emerald and Diamond ring makes a wonderful dress ring. The centre stone is a
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Halo Ring (Approx. 7.60-Carats) w/ Sapphire, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Art Deco-style ring is a true masterpiece, showcasing a breathtaking approx. 7.60
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 0.5-Carats), Engagement, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Platinum Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Shipping Information: This item is shipped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Emerald and Diamond Antique Style Halo Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
features of Art Deco style jewelry. Set with oval shaped emerald at its center, the ring is glisten with
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 0.8-Carats) Engagement, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
, enhancing the ring’s refined aesthetic. A halo of round brilliant-cut diamonds encircles the emerald-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style 2.34Carat Emerald Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco Inspired ring features a vibrant emerald cut emerald at the center, and blue sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Oval Green Emerald Diamond Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Floral Two Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
collection.  14K Two Tone Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 3.85 g. (approx. total weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

18k Solid White Gold Exquisite Emerald and Halo Diamond Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Emerald and Halo Diamond Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 7.51 carats and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.71 Carat Emerald Halo Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Embodying the refined elegance of the Art Deco era, this stunning diamond ring features a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Asscher Cut Emerald Ring (Approx. 1.50-Carats), Diamond Double Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
. Together, these antique diamonds enhance the ring’s Art Deco-inspired design, lending a timeless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.01 Carat Emerald Halo Diamond Ring
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Embodying the refined elegance of the Art Deco era, this stunning diamond ring features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cushion Cut Diamond Emerald Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 1.10-Carat), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Presenting an exceptional halo engagement ring that radiates timeless elegance and sophisticated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

5ct IGI Certified Natural Colombian Emerald Halo Engagement Ring in 950 Platinum
Located in Jaipur, RJ
halo engagement ring, starring an approx. 5.32ct natural Colombian Emerald—celebrated globally for its
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Diamond Enamel Vintage Inspired Antique Style Floral Halo Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
The Emerald Diamond Enamel Vintage-Style Floral Halo Ring in 18K White Gold is a masterpiece of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Illusion Set Blue Sapphire Halo Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 3.60 g. (approx. total weight) Center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 4.47 g. (approx. total weight) Size: US
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold

Halo 14K Yellow Gold GIA Certified 1.95 Carat Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco inspired gallery, as well as the remainder of the ring's shank. The ring is finished with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Diamond With Emerald Ring, Mid-Century Era (Approx. 1-Carat) Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage ring showcases a captivating approx. 1-carat emerald-cut emerald, bezel-set
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Strand Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Art Deco style Diamond and Emerald Ring is absolutely divine. It’s fashioned from 18k white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Halo Ring (Approx. 3.20-Carats) with Diamond, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite gemstone ring showcases a stunning approx. 3.20-carat emerald-cut aquamarine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

8.54Ct Certified Emerald Diamond Engagement Halo Ring In 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, this exquisite may birthstone ring is handset with 8.54 carats of emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Rubellite Ring (Approx. 12.10-Carats) and Diamond Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Diamond, Rubellite Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Total Weight: 7.65 Grams Shipping Information
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond and French Onyx Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Diamond and French Onyx Halo Engagement Ring. This
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Amethyst Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Target Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Art-deco Metal: 14K White Gold Total weight: 3.90 g. (approx. total weight) Size: US 3 - 8 available
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring (Approx. 0.70-Carats) Emerald Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
halo, composed of meticulously calibrated emeralds and additional round brilliant-cut diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1.90ct Natural Oval-Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Half-Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
💎 Product Description: Elegant and timeless, this Halo Engagement Ring highlights a captivating
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring (Approx. 0.50-Carats) with Ruby, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Color: J Color Clarity: VS1 Metal: Platinum Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

4ct Natural Emerald Baguette Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
), the halo amplifies brilliance and adds sharp Art Deco allure to this statement engagement piece
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Sapphire Double Halo Ring (Approx. 0.80-Carats) w/ Diamond, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A striking platinum ring showcasing an approximately 0.80 carat emerald cut sapphire, certified as
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Three Stone Old Euro Diamond Ring with Emerald Halo
Located in San Francisco, CA
intricate platinum Edwardian style custom setting. A halo of round cut emeralds weighing 0.36cts in a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

IGI 14K 14.61 ct Pink Kunzite&Emeralds Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 14.61 ct Pink Kunzite&Emeralds Antique Art Deco Engagement Ring* Natural intense pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Pear Cut Diamond and Emerald Halo Ring Engagement Ring in Platinum, 2.45 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oh my goodness this Stunning Pear Cut Diamond and Emerald Halo Ring Engagement Ring in Platinum is
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.23tcw 14K Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Floral Bezel Set Statement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This magnificent emerald and diamond ring commands attention with a 2.87-carat oval-cut emerald at
Category

2010s Zambian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.31 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in Platinum Setting
Located in Miami, FL
edginess. Ring Details: - Metal: Platinum - Size: 6 - Weight: 9.6 grams Emerald Details: - Carat
Category

Early 2000s Colombian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum

8.54Ct Certified Emerald Diamond Engagement Halo Ring In 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, this exquisite may birthstone ring is handset with 8.54 carats of emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Ruby Heirloom Ring (Approx. 1.20-Carats), Diamond Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a stunning approx. 1.20-carat emerald-cut elongated ruby, bezel-set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Green Emerald Diamond Halo Antique Style Engagement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
intricately detailed milgraining edged. 14K White Gold Ring Information Style: Art-deco Weight: 3.80 g
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Halo Floral Diamond Gemstone Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This bold statement ring features a rectangular green gemstone in an emerald cut, set at the
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Illusion Asscher Cut Diamond Emerald Sapphire Octagonal White Gold Halo Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An exquisite Art Deco style octagonal shape ring. The ring showcases a precise combination multiple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Peridot Ring (Approx 3.70-Carats), Sapphire Diamond Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Total Weight: 5.8 Grams Shipping
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Cut Peridot Ring (Approx 3.70-Carats), Diamond Sapphire Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
, Sapphire Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Shipping Information: This item is shipped with full
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Platinum

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Emerald Halo Ring Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the emerald halo ring art deco you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 30 antique edition and 33 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an emerald halo ring art deco may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 2 Carat and 2.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing emerald halo ring art deco — no matter the origin — is easy, but Beyond Fine Jewelry, FERRUCCI and Be.Jolie each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An emerald halo ring art deco can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 48 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and pear cut versions for sale. Finding an emerald halo ring art deco for sale for women should be easy, but there are 15 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Emerald Halo Ring Art Deco?

On average, an emerald halo ring art deco at 1stDibs sells for $8,678, while they’re typically $1,000 on the low end and $131,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.