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Antique Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Ring Ring Size: 4.5 Complimentary Resizing Gram Weight: 6.6 grams
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Memorial Memento Yellow Gold and Woven Hair Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1908 Victorian Memorial Memento 15K Yellow Gold Ring, the top of the ring measures 13 X 10
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian More Rings

Materials

15k Gold

C1940 14K Opal Harem ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Harem rings, sought after as they are easy to wear and look great, originated from the Ottoman
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Antique Early 1900s British Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central diamond in this glossy 18ct gold band measures 7pts and the two either side measure
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Victorian 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
old cut diamond 0.27 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Ring size is US 5.5 We can
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian 18k Gold Handcrafted 1900s Natural Diamond Decorated Cocktail Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.15 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 We
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
is brilliant cut 0.06 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Ring size is US 6 (We
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
brilliant cut diamond 0.05 ct. The diamond is has H-I color vs-s1 clarity. Ring size is US 7.5 (We offer
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 5k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1 clarity. Ring size is US 6.7 We can make any size. Acid tested to be
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful ring crafted in 18ct yellow gold and dating back to the early 1900s. The ring
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Antique Early 1900s Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
is has G-H color and vs-s1. Ring size is US 5.2 Acid tested to be 18k real gold. We can make any
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has G color and vs-s1 clarity. Ring size is US 8 We can make any size. Acid tested to be 18k real
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Old European Cut Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Beautiful antique ring crafted with old European cut diamonds set in 14k gold. This gorgeous late
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Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has brown color and s1-s2-Pique1 clarity. Ring size is US 8 (We offer free resizing) We can make any
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
. Totally is side brilliant cut diamond 0.25 ct. Ring size is US 5 We can make any size. The box is not
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1900s Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold .60ct Old Mine 3 Stone Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 8.75 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Coiled Snake Engraved Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Gorgeous design ring, dated '1900, handcrafted in 18K gold. The head of the snake is embellished
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Antique Early 1900s European Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Ring An 18 karat gold and silver ring set with a large central rose
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 18k/Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring 1.02ct
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous diamond engagement ring from the Edwardian (ca1900s) era! Crafted in 18k white gold and
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

French, 1900s, Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark, and platinum, mascaron hallmark. Massive antique ring
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Signet Rings

Materials

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

Edwardian 14k Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous emerald and diamond ring from the Edwardian (ca1900s) era! Crafted in 14k white gold
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique 1905 Diamond and Yellow Gold Five-Stone Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.56 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold five stone cocktail ring
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and s1 clarity. Ring size is US 4 We can make any size. The box is not included. Please contact
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
in platinum and the band is modelled in 18carat gold. Ring Size: J or 4 3/4 Height Off Finger
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
ring has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold and the stones are an excellent quality. The sapphires are a
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Antique Early 1900s Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Handmade 18k gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has H color s1-s2 clarity. Ring size is US 7.3 . We can make any size. Box is not included. Please
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vvs clarity. Ring size is US 5 We can make any size. Box is not included. Please contact for
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Ring size is us 6.6 We can make any size. Box is not included
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pretty Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
brilliant cut diamond 0.40 ct. The brilliant cut diamond is has H-I color and s1-s2 clarity. Ring size is US
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

French 20th Century Australian Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Sublime antique ring, it is formed by three flat rings which support
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Ruby Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Edwardian Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1900 This beautiful 15ct gold Edwardian seed pearl
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold

Belle Époque Pearl and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
) Tested As: 18ct Gold Period: Circa. 1900 Box: The Vintage Jeweller Ring Box Comments: These diamonds
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Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
color and vvs clarity. Ring size is US 5 We can make any size. Box is not included. Please contact for
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H color and vs clarity. Ring size is US 7 We can make any size. Box is not included. Please contact
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has H color and vs clarity. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make any size. Box is not included. Please
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Engagement Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has H color and s2. Ring size is US 8.5 (We offer free resizing) We can make any size. Box is not
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Solitaire Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond Clover Crossover Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Clover Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Makers Mark R P Pretty, Edwardian
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
is rose cut diamond 0.15 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1. Ring size is US 7. We can
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
side diamond about 0.35 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1-s2. Ring size is US 6. We can
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
. Totally is side rose cut diamond 0.03 ct. The diamond is has generally H color and s1-s2 clarity. Ring
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
is has G-H-I color and s1-s2-s3. Ring size is US 7 We can make any size. Box is not included. Please
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Antique Early 1900s Asian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique Spinel Ruby And Rose Cut Diamond Russian Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era 1889/1900.c ring centered with 3 natural spinel rubies blood color
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Antique Early 1900s Cocktail Rings

Antique 4.76 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique trilogy ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pierced and scroll decorated setting
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond and 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
modelled in 18ct gold. Ring Size: L 1/2 or 6 Widest Point: 5.5mm Height Off finger: 3mm Weight: 3g
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Anitique Cİrca 1900s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has H-I color and vvs-vs-s1-s2 clarity. Ring size is US 6 (We offer free resizing) We can make any
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Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-H-I color and vs-s1 clarity. Ring size is US 5.25 We can make any size. Please contact for any
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Band Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Burmese Ruby Five Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have gorgeous antique five-stone ruby ring. An 18ct yellow gold mount plays host to five
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Antique Early 1900s Engagement Rings

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Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
band is crafted from 18ct yellow gold, offering a timeless finish to an exquisite ring. Condition
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has H color and s1 clarity. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make any size. Acid tested to be 8k real gold
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Antique Early 1900s Turkish Late Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Pretty Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Pretty Ring In very good condition
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique Edwardian 1.55Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Marquise Ring (1903)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, fine and impressive antique Edwardian ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pierced decorated
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Antique Early 1900s English Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1-2 clarity. Ring size is US 6 The handle of the ring has been redone
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
is rose cut diamond 0.60 carat. The diamond is has is G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Ring size is US
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Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Sardonyx Seal Signet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sardonyx Signet Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Step into elegance with this exquisite
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic three stone ring holds an square cut sapphire measuring 35pts at the centre and either
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique Circa 1900s Handcrafted 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Tank Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-I-J color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Ring size is US 6 We can make any size. The box is not included
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Akoya Pearl Edwardian Solitaire Ring - 14k GIA Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
- 1910s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Akoya Pearl Color: White with Pink & Green
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Solitaire Rings

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Gold Ring 1900 For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the gold ring 1900 you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect gold ring 1900 among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing gold ring 1900 — no matter the origin — is easy, but Tiffany Co., Cartier and Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A gold ring 1900 of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 1158, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for an old european cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and old mine cut alternatives. When shopping for a gold ring 1900, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Gold Ring 1900?

The price for a gold ring 1900 starts at $152 and tops out at $285,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,278.

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 Ring 1900
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the early 1900s, engagement rings often looked like other jewelry from the Edwardian era, which coincided with the reign of King Edward VII in the United Kingdom from 1901 to 1910. Cutters used new diamond saws and jewelry lathes to refine the old European cut. The resulting stones, designed to sparkle in the light from candles and gas lamps, are beloved by connoisseurs for their inner fire and romantic glow. The invention of the oxyacetylene torch enabled jewelers to use platinum, which had previously been too challenging to work with. This technological advancement made it possible for Edwardian rings to show off lacy filigree and milgrain work. Nature also influenced jewelry in the early 1900s. Flowing and floral garland motifs were so popular that the Edwardian age is sometimes called the "garland era." Find a selection of Edwardian engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 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.