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East west Baguette Cut Sapphire Engagement 14k gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ring. 14k Solid Gold Minimalist Blue Gemstone Ring. Stacking Sapphire and Moissanite Ring. Minimalist
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt solid gold ring with round amethysts
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Purple gemstone ring. Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 2.2 g depends from size. Gemstones: 3 amethysts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt solid gold ring with round amethysts
14kt solid gold ring with round amethysts
$521 Sale Price / item
44% Off
14kt solid gold ring with round garnets
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Red gemstone ring. Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 2.2 g depends from size Gemstones: 3 garnets, color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt solid gold ring with round garnets
14kt solid gold ring with round garnets
$468 Sale Price / item
44% Off
14kt solid gold ring with round garnets
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Red gemstone ring. Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 2.2 g depends from size. Gemstones: 3 garnets
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt solid gold ring with round garnets
14kt solid gold ring with round garnets
$521 Sale Price / item
44% Off
14kt solid gold ring with round sapphires
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Blue gemstone ring. Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 2.2 g depends from size Gemstones: 3 sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt solid gold ring with round sapphires
14kt solid gold ring with round sapphires
$511 Sale Price / item
40% Off
14kt solid gold ring with round topazes
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Blue gemstone ring. Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 2.2 g. depends from size Gemstones: 3 topazes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt solid gold ring with round topazes
14kt solid gold ring with round topazes
$521 Sale Price / item
44% Off
14kt solid gold ring with round citrines
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Yellow gemstone ring. Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 2.2 g depends from size. Gemstones: 3 citrines
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt solid gold ring with round citrines
14kt solid gold ring with round citrines
$511 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Ceylon Blue Sapphire Mint Tourmaline Ring With Diamonds Made In 14k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
, Gemstone Statement Ring, White Gold Cocktail Jewelry, Colored Gemstone Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Whit...

Platinum Green Ring Tsavorite Pave Ring in Platinum
Located in Jupiter, FL
Amazinf green gemstone ring in platinum with over 2 carats of green garnets. (ring will take 10
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Platinum

Vintage style 14k gold ring with emeralds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style 14k gold ring with emeralds. 14k gold ring with emeralds. Three gemstone ring. May
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

Vintage style 14k gold ring with emeralds
Vintage style 14k gold ring with emeralds
$734 Sale Price / item
38% Off
Natural Tanzanite 14k Gold Ring, Tanzanite Diamond Engagement Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bridal Ring. Purple Gemstone Ring. Retro Art Deco Oval Cut Engagement Ring. Weight: 2 g. depends from
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Citrine 14k Gold Ring, Genuine Citrine Ring, Citrine Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
, diamonds, emerald 14k gold ring. Flower design ring. Gemstone engagement ring. Citrine cocktail ring
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Lab Sapphire, garnet 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Lab sapphire, garnet 14k gold ring. Multicolor gemstone 14k gold ring. Cluster lab gemstones ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Garnet, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Lab Sapphire, garnet 14k gold ring
Lab Sapphire, garnet 14k gold ring
$453 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Pear ruby opend ended 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Natural ruby ring. Classic ruby ring. July birthstone ruby ring. Wedding gold ring with ruby. Red gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear ruby opend ended 14k gold ring
Pear ruby opend ended 14k gold ring
$615 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Stunning 22.25ct Blue-Green Tourmaline Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. This is the ultimate colored gemstone ring. It's look is effortless
Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Bird on branch 14k gold ring with garnets
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Red gemstone ring. Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 2.2 g depends from size. Gemstones: 3 garnets
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bird on branch 14k gold ring with garnets
Bird on branch 14k gold ring with garnets
$464 Sale Price / item
50% Off
18KT White Gold Natural Turquoise Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
: Statement gemstone ring Sizable upon request
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen Tanzanite Diamond Accent Ring 14K White Gold 0.86cttw
Located in New York, NY
Charm your leading lady with this vibrant gemstone ring. Crafted in 14K white gold, this lovely
Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold

Garnet and diamonds 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with garnets and diamonds. Octagon garnet ring. Red gemstone ring. 14k solid gold
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold

Garnet and diamonds 14k gold ring
Garnet and diamonds 14k gold ring
$556 Sale Price / item
41% Off
Oval Emerald 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Wedding gold ring with emerald. Green gemstone ring. By Daizy Jewellery. Metal type: Gold Metal stamp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Oval Emerald  14k gold ring
Oval Emerald  14k gold ring
$651 Sale Price / item
44% Off
Emerald engagement 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Wedding gold ring with emerald. Green gemstone ring. By Daizy Jewellery. Metal type: Gold Metal stamp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald engagement 14k gold ring
Emerald engagement 14k gold ring
$645 Sale Price / item
44% Off
Multi Cut Diamond and Emerald Cut Sapphire Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
striking presence, perfect for collectors of important gemstone rings. Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K White Gold Aquamarine Ring 0.80ct Emerald Cut
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage ring is crafted in 18K white gold and set with a serene aquamarine weighing
Category

Vintage 1980s Band Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.25 Carats Blue Sapphire Eternity Band Ring Platinum
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
. Lovely to wear stacked with a gold band or other gemstone rings. The Emeralds Maravellous Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Carved Jade Cocktail Ring with Emerald Pave Diamond Made in Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Ring, Gold & Silver Statement Ring, Pave Diamond Cocktail Ring, Artistic Gemstone Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
discerning taste seeking a versatile gemstone ring with classic appeal. Details: - 18K Yellow Gold
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

4.26 Carat Aquamarine Oval Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold - By Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that captures light beautifully, making it an exceptional centerpiece for a fine gemstone ring. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold...

Blue sapphire 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
cabochon sapphire ring. Blue gemstone ring. Metal type: 14kt gold weight: 3.2 gr depends from size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Blue sapphire 14k gold ring
Blue sapphire 14k gold ring
$1,918 Sale Price / item
40% Off
1950s Mid-Century Marquise Aquamarine Solitaire Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
; perfect for collectors of retro gemstone rings.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Gold

Seven Stone Colombian Natural Emerald 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
with a gold band or other gemstone rings. The ring is a size 7 Approx. Colombian Emerald Weight 2.30
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Smokey Quartz Antique Design Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pointed Prong Custom Ring
Located in Austin, TX
setting. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Smokey Quartz Gemstone Ring Size 7.5 This ring can be resized upon request
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Opal, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Opal, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Large Opal and Gemstone Ring features a 4.40
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three opal vintage style 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Three opal vintage style 14k gold ring. 14k gold ring with genuine opals. Three gemstone ring
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Three opal vintage style 14k gold ring
Three opal vintage style 14k gold ring
$746 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Ascending Opal Moonface ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
gemstones ring. Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating Weight: 4 g depends from size Gemstone: Lab opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Ascending Opal Moonface ring
Ascending Opal Moonface ring
$426 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Antique 18K Gold Ring with Oval Moonstone Cabochon
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
piece, perfect for everyday wear or for collectors of antique gemstone rings. Specifications • Metal
Category

Late 20th Century French Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold

Paraiba gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Paraiba gold ring. Round paraiba ring. Blue gemstone ring. Open ended ring. Carved mother of pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Paraiba gold ring
Paraiba gold ring
$456 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Ruby gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby gold ring. Round ruby ring. Red gemstone ring. Open ended ring. Carved mother of pearl flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby gold ring
Ruby gold ring
$380 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Sapphire gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Sapphire gold ring. Round sapphire ring. Blue gemstone ring. Open ended ring. Carved mother of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire gold ring
Sapphire gold ring
$418 Sale Price / item
44% Off
Amethyst gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst gold ring. Round amethyst ring. Purple gemstone ring. Open ended ring. Carved mother of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst gold ring.
Amethyst gold ring.
$572 Sale Price / item
35% Off
GIA Certified Blue Sapphire, Emerald, and Diamond Band Ring
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
statement piece with unparalleled craftsmanship and certified gemstones. Ring Size : 7 & can be sized
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

5.5 Carat Rubellite Tourmaline with Heart Motif Filigree Set Ring
Located in Miami, FL
-precious gemstone ring weighs 12.2 grams and offers a two-toned vintage aesthetic. Item Details: - Type
Category

2010s North American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Emerald and diamonds 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Wedding gold ring with emerald. Green gemstone ring. By Daizy Jewellery Metal type: Gold Metal stamp: 14k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald and diamonds 14k gold ring
Emerald and diamonds 14k gold ring
$703 Sale Price / item
40% Off
Emerald and diamonds 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Wedding gold ring with emerald. Green gemstone ring. By Daizy Jewellery Metal type: Gold Metal stamp: 14k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald and diamonds 14k gold ring
Emerald and diamonds 14k gold ring
$645 Sale Price / item
44% Off
East west Baguette Cut Lab Ruby Engagement 14k gold Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Solid Gold Minimalist Red Gemstone Ring. Stacking Ruby and Moissanite Ring. Minimalist Ring. Simple Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

East west Baguette Cut Lab Amethyst Engagement 14k gold Ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ring. 14k Solid Gold Minimalist Purple Gemstone Ring. Stacking Amethyst and Moissanite Ring. Minimalist
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Russian Demantoid Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
beautiful and rare gemstone ring is ready to be worn. Ring Size 7.50 Weight: 8 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Platinum

Natural Green Tourmaline Band Ring in 925 Sterling Silver — Handmade Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Ring for Fine Jewelry, Engagement, Anniversary Gift 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Tourmaline ⚖️ RING
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Band Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver

Blue Sapphire 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
ring. Wedding gold ring with sapphire. Blue gemstone ring. Metal type: Gold Metal stamp: 14k Gold
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire 14k Gold Ring
Blue Sapphire 14k Gold Ring
$600 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Yellow Sapphire 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
ring. Wedding gold ring with sapphire. Yellow gemstone ring. Metal type: Gold Metal stamp: 14k Gold
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold

Yellow Sapphire 14k Gold Ring
Yellow Sapphire 14k Gold Ring
$550 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Genuine Amethyst 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
ring. February birthstone ring. Purple gemstone ring. Natural Amethyst ring. Minimalist Amethyst ring
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Genuine Amethyst 14k Gold Ring
Genuine Amethyst 14k Gold Ring
$405 Sale Price / item
55% Off
2.1ct Zambian Amethyst Ring with Natural Diamonds Accents: Solid 14k Gold, 9x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
refined brilliance. Elegant 9×7 mm gemstone ring designed to elevate both everyday style and special
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Green Tourmaline Band Ring in 925 Sterling Silver — Handmade Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Green Tourmaline 3-Stone Ring in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade Genuine Tourmaline Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Band Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ruby Cocktail 14k Gold Ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
. Genuine ruby ring. Real ruby ring. 1ct ruby ring. Red color gemstone ring. Ruby jewelry. Ruby vintage ring.
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby Cocktail 14k Gold Ring.
Ruby Cocktail 14k Gold Ring.
$500 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Topaz Statement Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Topaz Ring. Real Topaz Ring. Blue gemstone ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends from size
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold

Topaz Statement Gold Ring
Topaz Statement Gold Ring
$650 Sale Price / item
50% Off
Retro Style 4.5 Carat Oval Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage semi-precious gemstone ring, featuring a natural oval cut rubellite tourmaline center stone
Category

20th Century North American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18k White and Yellow Gold 1.02ct Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
collectors or anyone drawn to vintage gemstone rings with strong presence and classic appeal. Weight: 5.8
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Pink sapphire and blue tanzanite 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pink sapphire and blue tanzanite 14k gold ring. Two gemstone ring. Tanzanite and sapphire ring
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

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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 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.

Questions About Gemstone Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The 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.