Sculptural Ring
Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Serving Pieces
Silver Plate, Brass
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Desks
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks
Ceramic
20th Century Unknown Retro Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Contemporary Art
Wood
2010s American Modern Vases
Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining
Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Metal
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s Brutalist More Dining and Entertaining
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Silver Plate
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Candlesticks
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Sheffield and Silverplate
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Side Tables
Brass
2010s Swedish Organic Modern Vases
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Pewter
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Canapes
Fabric
1970s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Watercolor, Cardboard
21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Bowls
Metal
Mid-20th Century Side Tables
Iron
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Glass
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining
Teak
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining
Teak
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Tableware
Gold Plate, Brass
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern More Dining and Entertaining
Teak
20th Century Chinese Tribal Collectible Jewelry
Silver
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern More Dining and Entertaining
Lucite
Vintage 1960s Tableware
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s Swedish Choker Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Chrome
2010s Italian A-Line Skirts
Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Collectible Jewelry
Metal
1970s Italian Top Handle Bags
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Travertine
2010s Italian Floor Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Jars
Glass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Gueridon
Marble, Brass
2010s Italian Cosmetic Bags
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vases
Clay, Terracotta
Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Urns
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Benches
Rattan
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Tables
Travertine, Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Alabaster, Brass
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Ceramics
Ceramic, Pottery
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Wine Coolers
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics
Porcelain
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum, Brass
Late 20th Century Regency Cuff Bracelets
Gold Plate
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Sculptural Ring For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Sculptural Ring?
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.
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