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French Mid-Century Gold, Onyx, and Pearl Bombé Ring
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century gold, pearl, and onyx bombé style ring, one half set with pavé pearls, the other half
Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Mid-Century Green Tourmaline and 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This mid-century gem features five natural baguette-cut green tourmaline measuring approximately
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Late 20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s Intaglio Round Onyx Vintage Mid Century Modern Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Handsome Gent’s Round Onyx Intaglio Vintage Mid Century Modern Gold Ring. Hand crafted 10K Yellow
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise and Gold 1960s Vintage Mid Century Modern Cluster Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Finely detailed Turquoise Gold Vintage 1960s Cluster Ring. Centering Hand set Turquoise. Surrounded
Category

Vintage 1960s Modernist Cluster Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
An approximately 0.73-carat Old European-cut diamond centers this gorgeous ring crafted in the
Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century 14K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Engagement Ring, Circa 1940s
Located in Denver, CO
mid-century gem, accented with four single cut diamonds, two on each side, surrounded by delicate
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Two-Tone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
brilliantly at the center of this vintage mid-century ring accented with four single cut diamonds, two on each
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Women s Mid Century Jade Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An embrace of the monumental Art Deco era, this vintage Mid Century jadeite cocktail ring glows
Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and 1.77ct Blue Sapphire Mid-Century Dress Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
This striking sapphire and diamond spray cluster dress ring screams mid-century glamour. A
Category

20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Modern 14K White Gold Diamond Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern diamond cluster cocktail ring. In 14 karat white gold. Bead-set with 7
Category

20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Boucheron, France Mid-Century Gold, Turquoise, and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century turquoise, diamond, and gold navette shaped ring, centered by an oval cabochon
Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Mid-century Freeform Australian Opal Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-centuryFreeform Australian Opal Ring in 14k This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Mid-Century Diamond Cluster Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
This classic ring is crafted in 14k white gold and showcases a sparkling cluster of round brilliant
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-century Starburst Ruby Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-century Starburst Ruby Diamond Ring in 14k This ring is crafted in 14k white gold and
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-century Flower Ruby Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-century Flower Ruby Diamond Ring in 14k This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-century Flower Sapphire Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-century Flower Sapphire Diamond Ring in 14k This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century 14K White Gold Diamond Harem Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century ring. In 14K white gold. In form of a stylized harem (or Christmas tree) ring
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century Diamond Shaped Two-Tone Pave Diamond Ring in 14kt Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-Century Diamond Shaped Two-Tone Pave Diamond Ring in 14kt Gold This beautiful vintage ring
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Mid-century Bohemian Opal Diamond Ring in 14k
Located in Bloomington, MN
Mid-century Bohemian Opal Diamond Ring in 14k This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Purple Synthetic Sapphire and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
Crafted in the 1950s, this mid-century cocktail ring features a round purple synthetic sapphire set
Category

Vintage 1950s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Purple Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Green Jade Oval Cabochon and 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Denver, CO
-century ring crafted from 14K yellow gold, hand-engraved with an exquisite feather-like pattern on the
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted from 14 karat yellow gold and set with diamonds and a central ruby this ring dates to the
Category

20th Century American Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Two-Tone Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Denver, CO
mid-century solitaire band accented with hand engraved details. Set in two-tone 14-18K white and
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold, Amethyst, and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century cocktail ring. In 14 karat yellow gold. With 8 oval-cut, amethysts prong-set
Category

20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Mid-Century 1950s 18K White Gold Daisy Halo Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Discover this exquisite mid-century cocktail ring, crafted circa 1950–1960 in 18K (750‰) white gold
Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Mid Century GIA 1.70 carat sapphire diamond 18k white gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This enchanting Mid Century ring brings together the vivid beauty of a GIA-certified sapphire and
Category

Vintage 1960s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century Star, Sapphire 14K White Gold Ring, Circa 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking mid-century 1950s ring, crafted in 14K white gold, features a captivating 4-carat
Category

20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Star Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

Mid Century diamond 14k white gold and platinum square cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Mid Century ring combines platinum and white gold with sparkling transitional and old European
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Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Mid Century 1.05ctw Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A vintage mid century three stone diamond engagement ring in 18
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Mid-Century Amethyst Rope Motif Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Orlando, FL
-executed rope motif, a design element that became especially popular in mid-century British and Italian
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charming Mid-century Floral Cluster Ring with Pyrope Garnets in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
design. A true example of the Mid-century era. The garnets total 0.33ctw. The ring is currently a size
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Modern 14K Gold High-Set Citrine Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century cocktail ring. In 14 karat yellow gold. With a large oval modified brilliant
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold

Mid-Century Diamond Cluster 14K White Gold Ring, circa 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This dazzling mid-century diamond cluster ring, crafted in 14K white gold, showcases an eye
Category

Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Mid Century Diamond and Ruby 18 karat Yellow and White Gold Ring
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The "Mid Century DIAMOND and RUBY 18KT Yellow and White Gold Ring" is a piece of jewelry that
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Diamond Opal Platinum 14 Karat Gold Vintage Halo Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
platinum Wit a yellow gold gallery and white gold shank Tested as 14 karat gold and platinum Circa: 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Mid-Century 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful mid-century ring in 14k white and yellow gold featuring a great dimensional
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Mid-Century 15ct Emerald-Cut Aquamarine Cocktail Ring 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A striking mid-century aquamarine cocktail ring crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, showcasing a
Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Vintage Mid Century Modern Fluted Red Coral and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
. 0.40tcw. Hand crafted 14K Yellow Gold mounting. Ring size 6, we offer ring resizing. Circa 1960s. More
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Mid-Century 14K Gold Australian Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring, c. 1965
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite Mid-Century Italian cocktail ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and showcasing a
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century 18 carat amethyst diamond 18k white gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking Mid Century cluster ring in 18k white gold showcases a luminous 18-carat cabochon
Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century Two-Tone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
engraved shank. Set in two-tone 14K white and yellow gold.
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century 18 Karat Gold Black Onyx Left Facing Lady Cameo Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage cocktail ring crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1960. It features an onyx cameo
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Mid-Century Petite Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Denver, CO
white gold. Circa 1940-50s.
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-century 1970 18kt Gold Ring with Citrine, Tanzanite and Peridots
Located in Aventura, FL
Step back into the vibrant elegance of the 1960s with this stunning mid-century ring, a true
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, Tanzanite, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Mid Century Vintage Ring Diamond Fluted Sodalite White Agate 14k Gold Cocktail
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed mid century vintage cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 14 karat
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.23 Carat K VS2 Mid-Century Round Natural Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 2.23 Carat K VS2 Mid-Century Round Natural Diamond Engagement Ring GIA report number
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-20th Century "Gumps" Signed 23.94 Carat Lavender Jade and Yellow Gold Ring
By Gump s San Francisco
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-20th Century "Gumps" San Francisco Signed 23.94 Carat Lavender Jade and Yellow Gold Ring This
Category

Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century Ruby and Diamond Ring by Chaumet
By Chaumet
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This hand crafted platinum, diamond and ruby ring was manufactured by one of the most esteemed
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

CITRINE STATEMENT RING, Emerald Cut, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
This is a bold piece with real presence. A 9ct gold ring carrying an emerald-mixed–cut citrine like
Category

Mid-20th Century British Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, 9k Gold

Mid-Century Transitional Diamond 14K Gold Vintage Fishtail Wedding Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stamped for 14 karat gold Circa: 1950s Ring size: 7 3/4 and sizable Measures north to south 4.5 mm and
Category

Vintage 1950s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Mid-Century (1950s–60s) French 18K Gold Diamond Cluster Ring Retro Halo
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
An exquisite mid-20th century French ring, this vintage cluster piece features a brilliant 0.80
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Lapis Lazuli Diamond Mid-Century Modern Gold Cocktail Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Cocktail Ring, securely centered by a 24 Carat Oval
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century Petite Three-Stone Diamond and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Denver, CO
mid-century ring accented by a pair of single cut diamonds atop a hand engraved, openwork mounting set
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Ring with Enamelled Bezel and Table-Cut Paste. England, mid-17th century.
Located in London, GB
Gold Ring with Enamelled Bezel and Table-Cut Paste. England, mid-17th century. Measurements Bezel
Category

Antique Mid-17th Century Solitaire Rings

French Mid Century GIA 9.89 Ceylon sapphire diamond 18k white gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This remarkable French Mid Century ring centers on an extraordinary 9.89-carat GIA-certified Ceylon
Category

Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

1950s Solitaire Diamond Engagement Ring – 0.15ct Round Diamond Mid-Century Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
solitaire engagement ring features a 0.15ct round diamond. The head is white gold, while the band is 14K
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century 18 Karat Gold 1.00 Carat Ruby 0.80 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Mid Century cluster ring crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1960. It features: - 1 ruby, oval
Category

Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

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Gold Midcentury Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of gold midcentury rings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. Find a collection of 192 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of gold midcentury rings made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Retro — are very popular. Van Cleef Arpels, Antinori Fine Jewels and Cartier each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 82, are particularly popular. A selection of round cut, oval cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of gold midcentury rings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Gold Midcentury Rings?

Prices for gold midcentury rings start at $156 and top out at $39,500 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,000.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold 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.

Questions About Gold Midcentury Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Engagement rings can be gold. However, because gold is a softer metal than other metals, such as platinum, making it less popular.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, not all Cartier rings are gold. Although the luxury jewelry maker produces many white, rose and yellow gold pieces, some rings are platinum. The French jewelry house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The gold signet ring is traditionally a symbol of heritage. It is often handed down through the generations of a family. It is also known as the “gentleman's ring” or “seal rings.” The name comes from the Latin 'Signum' which means “sign.” On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage gold signet rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, wedding rings can be gold. Your options also aren't limited to the traditional warm-glowing yellow, as many makers offer wedding rings in white gold and rose gold as well. Most wedding rings feature 14-karat or 18-karat gold rather than pure 24-karat gold because alloys are stronger and more resistant to breakage and scratching. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of gold wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    No, most gold wedding rings aren't pure gold. Pure or 24-karat gold is a malleable material and generally isn't a good choice for making jewelry intended to be worn every day. As a result, most wedding rings are made of a gold alloy, such as 18-karat or 14-karat gold. Find a large selection of gold wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Yes, engagement rings can be rose gold. In fact, many people love the warm pinkish glow of the precious metal and choose it for their engagement rings. In addition, rose gold doesn't tarnish and is highly resistant to scratches. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of rose gold engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, white gold can be used in wedding rings. In fact, the precious metal offers distinctive benefits because it doesn't tarnish and resists corrosion. The metal is also relatively malleable, allowing it to be adorned with intricate details and engravings. Shop a range of white gold wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Since 24k gold is too soft, jewelry made with this kind of gold tends to bend easily. It is preferable to use 10k, 14k or 18k gold for rings. Find a collection of vintage and antique gold rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Gold nugget rings became popular during the time of the California gold rush during the mid 19th century. At the time, people associated the rings with wealth, power and good fortune. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of gold nugget rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a Cartier ring is not usually solid gold. Typically, the French luxury jewelry maker uses 18-karat gold to craft jewelry. An 18-karat gold ring is 75 percent gold and 25 percent metal alloy. Shop a collection of Cartier rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Your silver ring is likely turning gold due to a chemical process known as tarnishing. It occurs when sulfuric compounds and other substances in the air react with silver, causing it to change color. You can reduce the risk of tarnishing by following the storage, cleaning and care instructions provided by the jewelry maker. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of silver rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether or not gold engagement rings are outdated is a matter of opinion. Yellow gold has been used to produce rings for centuries. However, white gold and rose gold can be appealing for those who want something different for an engagement ring. Because you'll likely wear your engagement ring for years to come, it's a good idea to choose pieces that appeal to you rather than following trends that change from season to season. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Swarovski rings are made from palladium and gold-plated metals, rather than 18 carat gold. As a result they are more suited to handling wear and tear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, gold wedding rings are not out of style. While the circle shape has always symbolized an unending pledge of love to one's partner, preferred materials in the production of wedding bands have changed over time. Metals such as iron in early Rome replaced the wedding rings of bone and ivory that came before them. These days, white gold and yellow gold are still among the most popular metals for engagement rings and wedding rings. Find antique and vintage wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best gold ring to buy is really a matter of preference. Shop from a selection of antique, vintage and contemporary gold rings of 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A gold lion ring can be a symbol of strength and leadership as well as a piece meant to bring protection to the wearer. Wearing it on the right hand can accentuate the meaning of the leadership qualities, while wearing it on the left hand emphasizes its protection qualities. Shop a range of authentic gold lion rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Whether a Cartier ring is real gold depends on the piece. Cartier only uses genuine 18-karat white gold, yellow gold and rose gold for rings labeled as "gold rings." However, Cartier also offers rings crafted out of materials like platinum, so not all pieces produced by the French luxury jewelry maker are gold. Shop a large selection of Cartier rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    How much a gold ring weighs varies. Generally, most gold rings weigh 3.5 to 5.3 grams. The diameter measurement and thickness of the ring will largely determine how much it weighs. Gemstones and other embellishments will increase the weight. Find a diverse assortment of gold rings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, rose gold engagement rings don't tarnish the way that sterling silver ones do. However, rose gold may take on a richer, darker color over time. This aged appearance is known as a patina, and many wearers find it to be a significant part of the appeal of the metal. On 1stDibs, find a collection of rose gold engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, Versace rings are often made of real gold. However, the type of gold varies. For pieces from its fashion jewelry collection, Versace typically uses gold plating, which consists of a base metal and a thin layer of genuine gold. Fine jewelry produced by the luxury Italian fashion house is more likely to be solid 14-karat or 18-karat gold. Explore a selection of Versace rings on 1stDibs.