Early 18th Century Rings

Unusual English Stuart period paste cluster ring with 8 rose cut pastes set in silver and backed in 18K with a gold bordered almandine garnet stone at center. Rings with paste stones in combination with real stones are unusual. The rose cut pastes on this ring are meticulously hand carved and the ring has significant hand gold work throughout. There is a painted black Florentine enamel design at the shoulders and the band is 18K. The goldsmith etched 3 flourishes into the gold band where the enamel painting ends on each side. The back of the ring is carved into a 6 leaved gold flower and raised about 3-4 mmm to give it depth. The ring back is as spectacular as the front. Such artistry could only be accomplished through the hand-work of an early goldsmith. The origin of paste is credited to 2 infamous Georges, the first being George Ravenscroft, an English glassmaker who in the 16th century invented a composition of leaded glass that resembled rock crystal. This composition of glass and lead and other mysterious ingredients were further developed and popularized by a Parisian jeweler, George Straus who is widely credited with popularizing paste jewelry...

Rare 18ct Tudor period silver set diamond cluster ring with 18k gold band artfully composed of a flower and set with rose diamonds and a closed "pillow" back. Each side of the band...

A wonderful example of the Stuart period jewelry, this Stuart Rock Crystal betrothal ring is set in 18 Kt gold and inlaid in 18K. The ring has a double hand carved border of repeati...

Post-Medieval enamel mourning ring. A smoothly conforming half round band, featuring an engraved skull design and repeating scroll motif with remnants of black enamel, the interior e...

One of a kind! Rare! This exquisite ring features an unheated Burma Mogok Red Ruby as its stunning centerpiece, accented with sparkling diamonds set in pl...

An unusual example of a scarce seven-stone bow ring dating from the early 18th century, circa 1700. The ring was made in Italy (possibly Sicily) and is a fine example of the beauty o...

Indulge in a magnificent entwined Heart and Bow Antique Georgian Wedding Engagement Ring with gorgeous pearls and sparkling antique Rose Cut Diamonds set in silver atop 18 Karat Gold...

A fabulous and bold figural ring from the Georgian (ca1830s) era! This unique 3-dimensional piece is crafted in sterling silver and portrays the bodies of two women holding a purple ...

The William Hewer mourning ring. A smoothly conforming D-shape mourning ring, set with a piece of oval faceted glass to centre in a closed back bezel setting, leading to decoratively...

Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Beautiful and rare antique ring, it is decorated with an opal cabochon in the center of a chased decorati...

An oval cameo carved out of sardonyx depicts an antique mythological female bust in profile. The cameo has been executed in the 1st half of the 18th century and mounted in 18K gold. ...

Vintage Parrot ring in silver 925 (stamped) in size 6 but can fit most as it has opening on the back *Item will come with a beautiful packaging and certificate of authenticity from ...

This exquisite ring  are a one-of-a kind execution from the Renaissance era! Featuring 260 round cut diamonds 2.90 ct VS F color and one cabochon natural emerald  8.50 carat total we...

This ring is a highlight piece, of a weight of 10 grams solid gold 18k, with a sandblasting texture cover with 1 point diamonds and a center round shape tanzanite of 0,40 carat.

Perfect for those who like a flourish of color in their lives, this sumptuous butterfly style ring is ideal for adding a flutter of drama to your ensemble. This exquisite ring is crafted in 18K from a colorful plethora of gems including 3.65 Carat Amethyst Quartz, 2.41 Carat Citrine Quartz and 2.60 Carat emerald green Peridot. This graceful butterfly is also edged with an array of elegant 0.45 Carat of White Diamonds. This pretty insect ring...

Not all exquisite roses are red, and this mesmerizing and enigmatic peridot ring casts an envy inducing green hue. The central bud element of this rose inspired design features a 4.0...