Large Statement Rings
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modernist Fashion Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
1990s Cocktail Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Native American Cocktail Rings
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Cocktail Rings
Silver, Britannia Standard Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Cluster Rings
Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Fashion Rings
Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Loose Gemstones
Opal
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Citrine, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s British Art Deco Signet Rings
Diamond, Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Topaz, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings
Citrine, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century British Solitaire Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Artisan Cocktail Rings
Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Amethyst, Turquoise, Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow ...
20th Century British Edwardian Solitaire Rings
9k Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British Victorian Engagement Rings
Citrine, Gold
20th Century Unknown Edwardian Band Rings
Citrine, Rose Gold
20th Century American Retro Solitaire Rings
Opal, Yellow Gold
20th Century Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s British Cluster Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
1990s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Platinum
1990s German Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Gold Plate
2010s American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Italian Cocktail Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Gilt Metal
20th Century American Retro Cluster Rings
Turquoise, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold, White Gold, Rhodium,...
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century More Rings
Garnet, Turquoise, 9k Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
1990s American Regency Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yel...
2010s American Artisan Signet Rings
22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Sterling 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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