Knot Ring
2010s Australian Artist Solitaire Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Solitaire Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Solitaire Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Blue Diamond, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Dome Rings
Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Engagement Rings
Emerald, Yellow Gold
1990s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings
Titanium
20th Century Band Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Sapphire, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Modern Dome Rings
Onyx, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Engagement Rings
Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Contemporary Cluster Rings
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Signet Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Engagement Rings
Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Contemporary Band Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Retro More Rings
Vintage 1960s Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Engagement Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Australian Artist Engagement Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Engagement Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Engagement Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Engagement Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Engagement Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Engagement Rings
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold
Vintage 1960s French More Rings
Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wine Coolers
Silver Plate
20th Century Spanish Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Antique 1850s American American Empire Nautical Objects
Rope, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Tribal Art
Shell, Natural Fiber
20th Century Spanish Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants
Iron
Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Tribal Abstract Sculptures
Shell, Natural Fiber
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Late 20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Antique 19th Century French Other Desks
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
2010s Modern Choker Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Stainless Steel
2010s Expressionist Abstract Sculptures
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Ceramic
American Dome Rings
American Fashion Rings
British Bridal Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Rings
18k Gold
European Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Fashion Rings
18k Gold
2010s Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian More Rings
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Rings
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
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Finding the Right Rings for You
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Knot rings are rings that are made from a single strand of metal and feature an open knot in the middle. Usually, knot rings are featured as a part of weddings, engagements or even for celebrating friendships. Find an elegant knot ring for a loved one on 1stDibs today.
- What does the knot ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a knot ring means depends on the piece. Promise rings with a knot indicates that a person intends to marry someone but they are not formally engaged. Celtic knot rings generally represent undying friendship and love. Shop a collection of knot rings on 1stDibs.
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