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Cartier Panthere Men s Peridot Onyx White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
from prestigious 18K white gold and set with stunning onyx and striking peridot stones for a fantastic
Category

Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold

Retro Vintage Men s Black Onyx Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
rectangular black onyx insert with skyscraper style sides consisting of two tiers of 14kt yellow gold, the
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Band Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

French 19th Century Onyx Intaglio Men s Signet Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
18 carat yellow gold ring, eagle head hallmark. This superb signet ring is bezel set with a
Category

Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s Onyx Cocktail Ring Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed men's cocktail ring (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Onyx
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Vintage Onyx Diamond Ring Square 10k Yellow Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage onyx & diamond ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 10 karat yellow gold. Black
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Men s Onyx Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage men's cocktail ring (circa 1960s to 1970s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Men’s Sleek Onyx and Gold Dome Bar Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Classic and Sleek Gent’s 14K Gold Onyx Dome Bar Ring, securely inset with an Onyx. Hand crafted in
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Onyx Vintage Initial N Men s Signet Ring, 10k Monogram Letter
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold
Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gents Mens 18k Yellow Gold Oval Polished Black Onyx Solitaire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
(approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 7.62 Grams Ring Size: 10.5 ( fitted on finger, please
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.32 Carat Diamond and Black Onyx Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. The yellow gold setting has a lovely satin finish. The onyx ring has a ring size of 8.5, and weighs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Men s Ring, 10k Round Brilliant Cut Ribbed Milgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gold Stone Information: Genuine Onyx Color: Black Natural Diamond (one small accent) Cut
Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Men s Petrvs Bee Signet Ring with Onyx
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a carved Onyx. Signed by David Yurman Size 7, resizable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Men s Brushed 14kt Yellow Gold, Black Onyx Brutalist Ring w/ 3 pt. White Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Mid Century Modern men's ring was realized in the United States circa 1970. It
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Vintage Art Deco Ring Inlaid Onyx Men s 14k Yellow Gold Sz 9.5 Square Signet
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco onyx ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 14k yellow gold
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Ring Onyx Diamond Men s 10k Yellow Gold Sz 9.5 Oval Signet
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco onyx & diamond ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 10k yellow
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Men Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
be treasured for a lifetime. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Moon and Star Diamond Ring Men s 14 Karat Gold Celestial Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage moon & star ring (circa 1970s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Round
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Letter C Initial Ring Mens Jewelry 14 Karat Gold Square Signet
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Victorian era signet ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat rose gold
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Heavy Cartier Men s 18k Gold Black Stone Le Baiser Du Dragon Ring 44Gram Size 63
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stations - 20x19.7mm (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 44.06 Grams Ring Size: Size 63- US
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Ring Ostby Barton Square Signet Initials Sz 11 Men s Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Art Deco era ring (circa 1934), crafted in 10 karat rose gold. The ring is made by
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Onyx Men s Ring - 10k Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s 14K Yellow Gold Onyx Malachite Signet Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Men Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 9.50 Width: 16.95 mm Tapering to 5.05 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Signet Rings

Materials

Malachite, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solitaire Diamond Black Onyx Yellow Gold Men’s Ring
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage men's ring is made in 14k yellow gold and features a circular black Onyx
Category

Vintage 1980s American More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s DiModolo Heavy Weight Onyx and Gold Ring
By Dimodolo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and inset with onyx, this handsome, DiModolo ring is a classic. The
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Onyx Men s Ring - 10k Oval Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Onyx Cut: Oval Color: Black Style: Solitaire Features: Etched
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Onyx and Diamond Two-Tone Gold Men s Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
This modern, classically designed 14 karat Yellow Gold Men's Ring has elegant White Gold Accents
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

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

Men s Black Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Troy, MI
Men's classic signet ring features a black onyx center stone and crafted in 18k yellow gold. This
Category

2010s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Men s Ring - 10k Oval
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Onyx Cut: Oval Color: Black Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1998 Cartier Onyx Tank Men s Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Made and signed by Cartier. Showcasing a square black onyx set in a heavy 18 karat white gold
Category

1990s French Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mens Signet Black Onyx Eagle Ring
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Stone: Onyx Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 11 grams Dimensions: 17mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Ring 1980s Onyx and Diamond
Located in Northampton, MA
see here, the detailing on this 14K yellow gold men's ring. This bold and unique vintage ring features
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Men s Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Ring Size 8
Located in New York, NY
special gift, this men's vintage 14k yellow gold black onyx ring is sure to impress with its timeless
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Onyx and Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Vintage men's Onyx & Diamond ring in 14K yellow gold. This beautiful ring features a rectangular
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Black Onyx Signet Men s Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
-Material: 18k Yellow Gold -Ring size: 9 -Black Onyx: 11x14mm -Ring weight: 18.3gr -Ring width: 4.8
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold

14 Karat Gold Onyx and Diamond Men s Ring, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Wallkill, NY
Distinguished Mid Century Men's Ring, channel set diamonds, Onyx inlay measurements are .30 inches
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Diamond and Black Onyx Band Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
This very elegant Men's Diamond & Black Onyx Ring in 14K yellow gold is a real classic. The ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Men’s Onyx Slab in Nugget Signet Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Handsome Gent’s Onyx Slab in Nugget Gold Signet Ring. Beautifully Hand crafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s Cushion Shape Onyx Dome Gold Signet Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Handsome Fine Quality Gent’s Classic Cushion Onyx 14K Yellow Gold Signet Ring. Center 1.15"l x 0.79
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Onyx Free Masonic Square Compass Symbol Ring
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Onyx Side Stones: Cubic Zirconia Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

White Gold Art Deco Black Onyx Men s Ring, 10k Vintage Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
This handsome Art Deco ring from circa 1920s-1930s is fashioned in 10k white gold and features a
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings

Materials

Onyx, White Gold

NOS Retro Mens Onyx Cocktail Ring Yellow Gold Antique Original 1940s-1950s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1940s-1950s NOS Mens Retro Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Men s Inlaid Onyx Ring Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage men's inlaid onyx ring crafted in 10 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s to 1980s
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s Onyx Signet Ring Vintage 10 Karat Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Pre Owned
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant men's vintage cocktail ring, crafted in 10 karat yellow gold. Onyx measures 16mm x 13.5mm
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1963 Signet Men Ring Onyx solid 18K Gold Signet Ring Ø 9.75US / 3.75 gr
Located in SE
Men Signet Ring in elegant design decorated with highly reflective stone. Full set of Swedish
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Onyx Emerald Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Geometric Vintage Men s Ring Gent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fabulous onyx and diamond ring fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold. The ring features an emerald cut
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1998 Cartier Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Men s Tank Ring Size 60 Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The 1998 Cartier Tank ring is a bold and sophisticated men's piece, crafted in 18 karat white gold
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Band Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

1947 Signet Men Ring 5ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 11.5US / 5.65 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Signet Men Ring 4ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 10.5 US / 3.18 gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

1949 Signet Men Ring 4ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 11.5US / 4.25 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

1970 Signet Men Ring 5ct natural Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 15 US / 4.15 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Vintage Men s 0.70 Carat Old Miner Cut Diamond Onyx Ring
Located in Miami, FL
18k solid gold men’s diamond ring featuring old miner diamond SI clarity mounted on onyx stone. The
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Retro Russian Gold Mne s Onyx Signet Ring 14k Rose Gold, Circa 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
Retro Russian Gold Men's Onyx Signet Ring 14k Rose Gold. Stamped authentic Russian gold ring
Category

Vintage 1950s Russian Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1918 Signet Ring Men Blood Stone solid 18K Gold Ø US10 / 4.7 gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring for Men with articulated shoulders in solid 18K Gold + bezel set polished plate of
Category

Vintage 1910s Swedish Aesthetic Movement Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Antique Signet Men Ring 6ct. Blood Stone solid 18K Gold Ø 11.5US / 10.5 gr
Located in SE
ϟignet Ring for Men decorated with bezel set polished plate of Blood stone 12 mm x 11.25 mm / ca
Category

Antique 1890s Swedish Arts and Crafts Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

10K. Yellow Gold Men s Ring, Onyx Stone
Located in Heerlen, NL
A 10K. yellow gold men's ring with an oval cabuchon cut onix stone. Weight: 15.68 grams size: 19.5
Category

Vintage 1970s American Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rectangular Onyx 9 Carat Gold Men s Textured Flat Top Men s Signet Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 9 carat yellow gold, this debonair men's signet ring features a high polish band flowing
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rectangular Black Onyx 9 Carat Yellow Gold Mens Vintage Signet Ring
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 9 carat yellow gold is this handsome vintage mens signet ring featuring a black onyx and
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Mens Gold Onyx Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the mens gold onyx ring 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, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 46 vintage or 11 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a mens gold onyx ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a mens gold onyx ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by TORRUBIA TORRUBIA, Cartier and Five Star Jewelry are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a mens gold onyx ring for sale for men should be easy, but there are 18 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as women, too.

How Much is a Mens Gold Onyx Ring?

Prices for a mens gold onyx ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $264 and can go as high as $21,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,375.

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 Onyx 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.