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Pink Reddish Hue Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 2.20 Ct Oval Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Reddish Hue Pink Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$272 Sale Price
20% Off
Pink Reddish Hue Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 3.05 Ct Oval Cut-Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Reddish Hue Pink Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$558 Sale Price
25% Off
Neon Bluish Green Tourmaline 14.75Ct Emerald Cut Natural Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Behold the allure of our remarkable Neon Bluish Green Natural Loose Gemstone, a substantial 14.75
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$2,580 Sale Price
30% Off
Golden Yellow Natural Tourmaline Gemstone, 6.75 Ct Cushion Cut for Ring/Pendant
Located in Peshawar, PK
GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline
PIECE(S): 1
WEIGHT: 6.75 Carat
SHAPE: Cushion
SIZE (MM): 11.38 x 10.78 x
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$1,268 Sale Price
24% Off
Lagoon Greenish Blue Natural Tourmaline Ring Gemstone, 13.07 Ct Emerald Cut-AAA
Located in Peshawar, PK
GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline
PIECE(S): 1
WEIGHT: 13.07 Carat
SHAPE: Emerald
SIZE (MM): 14.43 x 11.17
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$6,818 Sale Price
45% Off
Rare Light Golden Yellow Natural Tourmaline Gemstone 4.15Ct Cushion Cut for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline
PIECE(S): 1
WEIGHT: 4.15 Carat
SHAPE: Cushion
SIZE (MM): 9.97 x 9.24 x
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$996 Sale Price
20% Off
Vivid Blue Natural Ceylon Sapphire Ring Loose Gemstone 1.34 Ct Oval Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Blue Natural Sapphire Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sapphire
$1,799 Sale Price
20% Off
Light Blue Aquamarine 10.00 Ct Natural Loose Gemstone Cushion Cut for Ring Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Blue Natural Aquamarine Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
$696 Sale Price
20% Off
Beige Golden Natural Topaz Ring Loose Gemstone 6.65 Ct Octagon Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Beige Golden Natural Topaz Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
$151 Sale Price
20% Off
Deep Vivid Green Natural Tsavorite Ring, Pendant Loose Gemstone 1 Ct Pear Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Deep Vivid Green Natural Tsavorite Loose Gemstone for Ring, or any other Jewelry Setting-Pear Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tsavorite
$199 Sale Price
20% Off
9.60 Carats Green Tourmaline Oval Faceted Cut Stone Natural Gemstone for Ring
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Gemstone - Tourmaline
Weight- 9.60 Carats
Shape - Oval
Size - 15.26x11.1x7.85 MM
Pieces - 1
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
5.63 Carat Bluish Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut for Fine Jewelry Ring Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
This high-quality tourmaline, this gemstone boasts a stunning green hue that is perfect for your
Category
2010s Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
2.50 Carat Bluish Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut for Fine Jewelry Ring Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
This high-quality tourmaline, this gemstone boasts a stunning green hue that is perfect for your
Category
2010s Art Deco Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
Rare Purplish Deep Pink Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone, 5.10 Ct Pear Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline
PIECE(S): 1
WEIGHT: 5.10 Carats
SHAPE: Pear
SIZE (MM): 12.42 x 10.31 x
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$669 Sale Price
20% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstone 4.40 Ct Cushion Cut for Ring Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
size and striking color of this Peridot gemstone make it an ideal choice for a ring setting. Whether
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$112 Sale Price
20% Off
Vivid Pink Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstones 3 Ct Cushion Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Pink Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Rubelite, Tourmaline
$440 Sale Price
25% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Ring Loose Gemstone 2.60 Ct Asscher Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstones for Rings, Earrings, Necklace or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$217 Sale Price
24% Off
Vivid Green Natural Emerald Ring Loose Gemstone 1.70 Ct Emerald Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Green Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone for Ring, or any other Jewelry Setting-Emerald Cut from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
$870 Sale Price
40% Off
Neon Bluish Green Tourmaline 2.05 Ct Emerald Cut Natural Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Neon Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$759 Sale Price
20% Off
Vivid Green Peridot 5.20 Ct Oval Cut Natural Loose Gemstone for Ring or Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstone — Top Quality Gem for Ring, Necklace Pendant or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$275 Sale Price
30% Off
Light Brown Natural Topaz Ring, Pendant Loose Gemstone 4.95 Ct Step Emerald Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Brown Natural Topaz Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
$187 Sale Price
24% Off
Light Brown Natural Topaz Ring, Pendant Loose Gemstone 5.15 Ct Step Emerald Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Brown Natural Topaz Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
$217 Sale Price
24% Off
Vibrant Lilac Pink Natural Kunzite Ring Loose Gemstone 9.40 Ct Emerald Cut Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vibrant Lilac Pink Natural Kunzite Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Kunzite
$389 Sale Price
40% Off
Pinkish Red Ruby 4.93 Ct Pear Cut Natural Loose Gemstone for Ring or Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
, Engagement Ring
Luxury Custom Settings
💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Ruby
⚖️ WEIGHT: 4.93 Carats
🪚 SHAPE &
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
$2,058 Sale Price
30% Off
Hot Pink Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 3.05 Ct Cushion Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Hot Pink Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$602 Sale Price
30% Off
Deep Blue Green Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 3.05 Ct Cushion Cut Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Deep Blue Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$384 Sale Price
30% Off
Light Golden Natural Topaz Ring, Pendant Loose Gemstone 7.95 Ct Step Emerald Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Golden Brownish Hues Natural Topaz Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
$298 Sale Price
24% Off
Light Golden Natural Topaz Ring, Pendant Loose Gemstone 7.80 Ct Step Emerald Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Golden Natural Topaz Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz, Imperial Topaz
$251 Sale Price
30% Off
3.05 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Loose Open Green Loose Tourmaline Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
gemstone known for its remarkable diversity in colors and unique properties. This semi-precious stone has
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$296 Sale Price
20% Off
Pinkish Hue Red Natural Ruby Ring Loose Gemstone 5.90 Ct Cabochon for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pinkish Hue Red Natural Ruby Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
$5,775 Sale Price
30% Off
Light Pale Sky Blue Natural Aquamarine Ring Loose Gemstone 4.55 Ct Baguette Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Pale Sky Blue Natural Aquamarine Loose Gemstone for Ring, Pendant or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine
$196 Sale Price
40% Off
Deep Inky Blue Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 3 Ct Emerald Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Deep Inky Blue Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, or any other Jewelry Setting-Emerald Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$289 Sale Price
39% Off
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Ring Loose Gemstone 1.30 Ct Oval Cushion Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Loose Gemstone for Ring, or any other Jewelry Setting–Oval Cushion Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
$689 Sale Price
29% Off
Bubble Gum Pink Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 1.95 Ct Cushion Cut-Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bubble Gum Pink Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$651 Sale Price
40% Off
Gorgeous Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Ring Gemstone 2.0 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Tourmaline
Weight : 2.0 Carats
Dimensions : 9.2x6.4x4.3 Mm
Origin : Kunar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$240 Sale Price
20% Off
Elegant Pink Tourmaline Ring Gem 9.90 Carat Round Precision Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Rubellite Tourmaline
Weight : 9.90 Carats
Dimensions : 14.6x14.6x9 Mm
Origin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$4,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Gorgeous Mint Green Loose Tourmaline Ring Gem 1.85 Carat Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Tourmaline
Weight : 1.85 Carats
Dimensions : 7.2x6.6x5.5 Mm
Origin : Kunar
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline
$224 Sale Price
20% Off
Gorgeous Mint Green Loose Tourmaline Ring Gem 1.40 Carat Round Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Tourmaline
Weight : 1.40 Carats
Dimensions : 7.8x7.8x4.1 Mm
Origin : Kunar
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$160 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Sea foam Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 2.95 Ct Cushion Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Sea foam Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$995 Sale Price
40% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Ring Loose Gemstone 2.25 Ct Emerald Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstone for Ring, or any other Jewelry Setting–Emerald Cut from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$142 Sale Price
24% Off
Bluish Hue Rich Green Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 2.25 Ct Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bluish Hue Rich Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant or any other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$348 Sale Price
20% Off
Cotton Candy Pink Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 3 Ct Round Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Cotton Candy Pink Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone or for any other Jewelry Setting-Round
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$803 Sale Price
34% Off
Light Pale Green Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 3 Ct Cushion Cut Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Pale Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$333 Sale Price
29% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Ring, Pendant Loose Gemstone 7 Ct Fancy Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid and Vibrant Green Natural Peridot Ring, Necklace Pendant Loose Gemstone – Fancy Cushion Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$648 Sale Price
49% Off
Rare Pink Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 5.75 Ct Cushion Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rare Pink Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring or any other Jewelry Setting-Cushion Cut from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$1,553 Sale Price
40% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Ring Loose Gemstone 2.60 Ct Asscher Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Ring Loose Gemstone for Ring, or any other Jewelry Setting Asscher Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$151 Sale Price
20% Off
Light Green Natural Peridot Ring Loose Gemstone 4.20 Ct Oval Cushion Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Light Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstone for Ring, Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$110 Sale Price
34% Off
Deep Red Rhodolite Garnet 2.95 Ct Natural Loose Gemstone Oval Cut for Ring Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Darkish Red Natural Rhodolite Garnet Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
Deep Bluish Hue Green Natural Tourmaline Ring Loose Gemstone 9.50 Ct Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Deep Bluish Hue Green Natural Tourmaline Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Tourmaline
$1,877 Sale Price
39% Off
Darkish Red Rhodolite Garnet 4 Ct Natural Loose Gemstone Pear Cut for Ring Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Darkish Red Natural Rhodolite Garnet Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite
Lime Green Natural Peridot Ring Gemstone 5 Ct Octagon Emerald Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Lime Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$383 Sale Price
20% Off
Vivid Bluish Hue Green Natural Emerald Ring Loose Gemstone 1.95 Ct Cushion Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Bluish Hue Green Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, or any other
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
$1,650 Sale Price
40% Off
Swiss Blue Natural Topaz Ring Loose Gemstone 6.45 Carat Hexagon Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Swiss Blue Natural Topaz Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, or any other Jewelry Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz
$157 Sale Price
20% Off
Bright Pinkish Red Garnet Stone 2.10 Carats Garnet Gemstone Garnet Ring Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
carats Vvs Clarity Loose Garnet from Malawi.
Product Information:
GEMSTONE NAME: Bright Pinkish Red
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Malawian Modern Loose Gemstones
Materials
Garnet
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Ring Loose Gemstone 3.80 Ct Cushion Cut for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vibrant Green Natural Peridot Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$318 Sale Price
20% Off
Vivid Green Natural Peridot Gemstone 3.70 Ct Square Cushion Cut for Ring Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
purity.
Perfect for Ring Settings:
The substantial size and striking color of this Peridot gemstone make
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Peridot
$151 Sale Price
20% Off
Deep Green Emerald 3.80 Ct Natural Loose Gemstone Round Cut for Ring or Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Rich Green Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone for Ring, Earrings, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
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Gemstone Rings For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of gemstone rings. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 461 vintage versions or 1072 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Pieces in our collection of gemstone rings made by Contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Merkaba, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Tamir are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 719 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut, oval cut and cushion cut gemstone rings for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of gemstone rings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.
How Much are Gemstone Rings?
Prices for gemstone rings start at $65 and top out at $350,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,471.
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.
Questions About Gemstone Rings
- 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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