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Mens Diamond Ring 14K Gold Band .75ct Old European Solitaire Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This amazing vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with a solitaire Old
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Green Jade w/ Golden Nugget Center Men s Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
11.6mm (approx.) Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Ring - Nugget 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 6.28 Grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Retro Men s Yellow White Gold 0.25ctw Fiery Diamond Grooved Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 0.25ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14 Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Accents Weight: 11.47 Grams Ring Size: 9.0
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Diamond Ring Square Cut 14K White Gold Band .80 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This stunning estate ring for a gentleman is finely crafted in solid 14K White gold. Four square
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Men s Diamond Wedding Band 0.30ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's 14k yellow gold and diamond wedding band. Stamped 14k and weighs 5.6 grams. The diamonds are
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Princess Cut Mens Diamond Wedding Band Ring 10k White Gold 0.40 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Men's diamond wedding band ring crafted in 10k white gold. The total carat weight of the ring is
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Men s Solid 18k Yellow Gold 0.87ctw Brilliant Diamond Wide Band Pinky Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This men's geometric ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a wide rectangular top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Diamond Wedding Ring Anniversary Band .50ct G-H/SI White Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mens Diamond Wedding Ring Anniversary Band .50ct G-H/SI White Gold This Ring Weighs a Heavy 8.7
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Men s 14k Yellow Gold 0.90ctw Round Diamond Floating Style Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 0.90ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.13 Grams Ring Size: 11.0 (Fitted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Vintage 18K Gold Platinum 0.50ctw Round Diamond Grooved Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This outstanding and very well made men's vintage ring is crafted in solid 18k gold and features a
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Yellow Gold Diamond Men s Wedding Band - 14k Round .25ctw Channel Set Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Channel Set Round Brilliant Diamond Ridged Band Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This striking mens diamond ring blends timeless brilliance with modern sculptural design. Crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid Heavy 24K Yellow Gold Jadeite Saddle Mens Band Ring. Oriental Hallmark.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of striking “saddle” design, this solid & heavy Retro Gents’ Ring is meticulously crafted in 24K
Category

Vintage 1960s Hong Kong Retro Band Rings

Materials

Jade, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold

Men s 18k Solid Gold Ring With Amethyst Persian Style Band Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Ancient-Inspired Band Step into history with this meticulously crafted solid gold ring, inspired by the
Category

2010s Italian Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Round Cut Diamond Men s Wedding Band Ring 10k White Gold 0.36 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This is an authentic 10k white gold mens diamond wedding band ring. The Diamonds are channel set
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14k Solid Rose Gold Wedding Band Men Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Rose Gold Men Wedding Band Men Jewelry Wedding Gift Classic Men Ring Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Rose Gold, 14k Gold

EFFY Blue Diamond and White Diamond Mens Band Ring 14k White Gold
By Effy
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Designer: EFFY Metal: 14k White Gold Ring Weight: 8.4 grams Ring Size: 10
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Light Champagne Diamond Row Crossover Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 9 (resizing available for a fee) Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Diamond Edge Band for Men
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Diamond Edge Band For Men Wedding Anniversary Expensive Gift Light weight can be
Category

2010s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Men’s Diamond Wedding Band in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This distinguished men’s wedding band is crafted in 18K yellow gold, combining classic elegance
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Mens Matte and High Polish Finish Diamond Band Ring 10k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 10k White Gold Diamond Count: 3 brilliant cut Diamond Carat Weight
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold

David Yurman Streamline Men s Wedding Band Ring 18K White Gold Size 7.25
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
is sculpted with engineered precision. Crafted in fine 18K white gold. Ring size: 7.25. Width: 4mm
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Mens 14k Multi Tone Gold 0.10ctw Channel Set Diamond Grooved Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This fancy men's band ring is very well crafted in solid 14k white gold with a rose and white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 14k Yellow Gold Custom Cut Inlaid Black Onyx Diamond Diagonal Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 14.52 Grams Ring Size: 11.5 (We can custom size this ring. Please
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Men s Masonic Round Diamond Chunky Band Ring in 10 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
contrast of the raised design. Crafted in 10 karat white gold, the wide band has a substantial presence
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold

Standard Mens Gold Band 14kt Size 10.5 6.7mm
Located in New York, NY
Classic mens Gold band. High Shine Finish 6.7mm wide 1.7 mm depth 14 karat white gold 7.5
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Men s 14k White Gold .33ctw Diamond Satin Polished Chevron Pinky Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- SI1/SI2 Clarity - 0.21ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 0.33 (approx.) Material: 14K Solid White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Accented Men s Wedding Band
Located in Milford, DE
A finely detailed men's 14K yellow gold wedding band. Perfect for the important moments in your
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Two-Tone Polished 18 Karat Gold Band Ring with Four Graduated Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 11.25 Introducing this handsome men's two-tone gold band ring, a harmonious blend of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

10K White Gold Men s Diamond Band 4.6gr, 1.00tdw
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
10K White Gold Men's Diamond Band 4.6gr, 1.00tdw 10k white gold men's band. There is 1.00tdw in
Category

Mid-20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 0.06 Total Carat Weight Floating Diamond Band Men Ring 14k Rose Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.06 Total Carat Weight Floating Diamond Band Ring 14k Rose Gold For Men. Each diamond
Category

Vintage 1950s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Mens Matte and High Polish Finish Diamond Wedding Band Ring-14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Mens Matte and High Polish Finish Diamond Wedding Band Ring-14k White Gold 7mm. This band is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men s 14k White Gold Diagonal Channel Set Baguette 1.07ct Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- SI1/SI2 Clarity - 0.72ctw (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 1.07ctw Material: Solid 14k White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men s 14k White Gold 1.14ctw Baguette Round Diamond 17mm Wide Band Heavy Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Set - Nice White Brilliant Colors - 1.14ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Total Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Men s Mid Mentury 18k White Gold 0.24ctw Diamond Brushed Finish Square Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 0.24ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Total Weight: 7.4 Grams Overall Width: 11.05mm (0.43
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mens 1.75 Carat Princess Cut Channel Set Diamond Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 5 princess cut Total Diamond Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Target w/ Floating Halo Hexagonal Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 12.8 Grams Overall Width: 14.25mm (0.56") (top of the ring - north
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tacori 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Men s Wedding Band
By Tacori
Located in New York, NY
This distinguished men’s wedding band by Tacori is crafted in rich 18k yellow gold and accented
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Diamond Wedding Band .23cttw 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Diamond Clarity: SI1/SI2 Diamond Cut: Round Total Stones: 6 Band Material: 14k White Gold Band Width: 8mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.30pts 14K Natural Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Men s 7 Stone Gold Ring Band
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a men's diamond wedding band in 14K yellow gold. Soft lines highlight the smooth edges
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Men’s Wedding Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14k two tone gold Ring size: 8 (please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.92Cttw Channel Set Princess Cut Diamond Mens Wedding Band Ring 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful diamond wedding band ring is a perfect fit for any occasion. Crafted in 14K white
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mens 2 Carat 5 Princess Cut Diamond Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By Suzy Levian
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 9.5 (resizing available for a fee) Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Baguette and Princess Cut Diamond Squared Band Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
diamonds adds timeless elegance. Set in a substantial squared 14 karat yellow gold band, the design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Men s Gold Silver Top Old Mine Cut Diamond 3 Stone Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ Silver Top - Stamped 18k Weight: 11.9 Grams Ring Size: 9.0 (fitted on
Category

Antique 19th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Rachel Koen 0.50Cttw Round Cut Diamond Men s Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold Size 10.5
Located in New York, NY
This stunning men's band ring is crafted in 14k yellow with white gold lines on the shoulders. It
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold 1.80ctw Fiery Channel Diamond 12.3mm Wide 2 Row Men s Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 12 Grams Ring Size: 9.5 (fitted on finger, please contact us prior to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Waves Forged Carbon Ring Band 18k Yellow Gold Mens size 12.5 5200
By David Yurman
Located in Northbrook, IL
This striking band ring by David Yurman is crafted from luxurious 18k gold and forged carbon. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Men’s 0.60 Carat Diamond Woven Design Wedding Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Men’s 0.60 Carat Diamond Woven Design Wedding Band Ring. The ring features four diamonds in
Category

Vintage 1980s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Men Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Bold and refined, this Blue Sapphire, Onyx, and Diamond Art Deco Style Men’s Band Ring showcases
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Artcarved Accented Men s Wedding Band
By Artcarved
Located in Milford, DE
A finely detailed men's 14K yellow gold wedding band. For the important moments in your life. From
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Ankh Ring Band Egyptian Solid Yellow Gold Open Metalwork Mens US Size 11.25
Located in Greer, SC
Intriguing ankh band in fine 14k solid yellow gold, features an open metalwork design. Signed on
Category

20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Natural Sapphire and Diamond Halo Square Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 10.75 Bold and brilliant mens diamond and sapphire statement ring. This incredibly
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1.00 Carat Mens Channel Set Round Diamond Band Ring in Yellow and White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
tone gold finish. This masculine band ring features 5 bright white diamonds channel set in a single row
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Diamond Men s Ring 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Modern designed men's ring features a straight row princess cut framed with round diamonds. The
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mens Cushion Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Cigar Band Ring in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 11.5 Indulge in the timeless allure of this 14 karat white gold cigar band ring, an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Men s Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage 14K gold ring, featuring a bold geometric design and dazzling diamond accents. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

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Mens Gold Band Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate mens gold band ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 121 vintage editions and 270 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect mens gold band ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing mens gold band ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but Furrer-Jacot, Alberto and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any mens gold band ring from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 213 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also princess cut cut and uncut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a mens gold band ring, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Mens Gold Band Ring?

On average, a mens gold band ring at 1stDibs sells for $1,994, while they’re typically $114 on the low end and $17,320 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Mens Gold Band Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, some men wear gold wedding rings. Gold has been used for making wedding rings for centuries, and men can find many different kinds of wedding bands formed out of the precious metal. Other metal options for men's wedding rings include platinum, sterling silver, titanium, tungsten and cobalt. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of men's wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Yes, you can wear a rose gold wedding band with a white gold engagement ring if you wish. Your bridal jewelry should represent your sense of style, so you're free to mix and match pieces however you see fit. If you want to create a cohesive look, choose a wedding band and an engagement ring with similar elements, such as matching gemstones or decorative embellishments. Find a large selection of wedding bands and engagement rings on 1stDibs.