French Mark Ring
Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s French Retro Brooches
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches
Rock Crystal, Ruby, Sapphire
Antique Early 1900s French Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Signet Rings
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Signet Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Emerald
Vintage 1950s French Retro Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1870s Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Contemporary Fashion Rings
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Band Rings
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Fashion Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Topaz, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Retro Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Solitaire Rings
1990s French Contemporary Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
1990s French Contemporary Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
1990s French Contemporary Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
1990s French Artist Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s French Contemporary Band Rings
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Tsavorite, White Gold
Early 2000s Modernist Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1880s French Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s More Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Zircon, Platinum
20th Century French Modern Solitaire Rings
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings
Antique Late 19th Century French Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1960s French Cluster Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s French Dome Rings
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Cocktail Rings
Coral, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Band Rings
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024One way to identify French porcelain marks is to take a photo with your smartphone or tablet and then perform a reverse image search. Often, doing so will allow you to quickly determine the maker. If this approach fails, explore trusted online resources with photographs of the markings associated with various French makers, such as the crowned N of Sèvres and the H Co. insignia of Haviland. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer perform the identification for you. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of French porcelain.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024To identify French Limoges porcelain marks, refer to trusted online resources. There are dozens of markings associated with Limoges porcelain. By comparing the marks on your piece to images shared online, you can determine if your piece is a Limoges. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can also assist you with identification. Explore a range of Limoges porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, the French wear engagement rings. The tradition dates back to the 17th century, when men presented women with fede rings. These early engagement rings usually depicted a pair of clasped hands on their own or holding a heart, or two joined hearts positioned below a crown. Explore a wide range of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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