Large Statement Rings
2010s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Coral, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Contemporary Fashion Rings
Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Onyx, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Fashion Rings
Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Artist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl
20th Century Modernist More Rings
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Citrine, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Gold
Late 20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
2010s Asian Loose Gemstones
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s American Fashion Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Irish Artisan Fashion Rings
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s North American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s North American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Platinum
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Beryl, Platinum
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Diamond, Platinum
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Platinum
Early 2000s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Peridot, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Platinum
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Emerald, Platinum
Early 2000s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
Early 2000s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Platinum
Early 2000s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Rubelite, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, Other, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Coral, Silver
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Large Statement Rings For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Large Statement Rings?
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.
- What does statement ring mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Statement ring means a piece of jewelry worn on the finger that catches the eye. The term comes from the idea that the ring "makes a statement." In other words, its size, color and other characteristics are such that it attracts attention. Explore a diverse assortment of rings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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