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2.00 Carats Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 18K
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
18K White/Yellow Ring set with a center Natural AAA Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring. The emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Colombian Emerald Ruby and Diamond Ring 18K yellow Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
unset natural gemstones that will be used for the stunning ring* Stunning Natural Colombian Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5 Stone Platinum Natural AAA+ Color Colombian Emerald Band Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Stunning five-stone emerald band ring emerald cut natural Colombian emerald Composition: Platinum
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold

Colombian Emerald Diamond Bypass "Toi et Moi" Ring 18K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Ring. Total Emerald Weight: 2.45 Carats. Each 7.8mmx5.0mm Natural Colombian Medium green, VS in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Five-Stone Colombian Natural Emerald 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
-stone ring. The graduated half-hoop of oval-cut Fine Colombian natural emeralds has excellent color, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Emerald and Ruby Engagement Bypass "Toi Et Moi" Ring Platinum
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
crafted in solid platinum( different metals available). Features an emerald-cut AAA Colombian emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Colombian Emerald and Ruby Bypass "Toi Et Moi" Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Colombian Emerald Pear Cut, Medium Fine Green Color/Clarity VS, and Natural untreated ruby Pear Cut "Toi et
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

Fine Ruby and Emerald Bypass "Toi Et Moi" Engagement Ring
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Colombian Emerald 9.00x6.30, with 1.45cts 13 Round brilliant cut diamonds. Comments: The ring is sold out
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring 3 Stone Pear Shape 2.20ct
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Weight: 1.50 Carats (9.00x6.10mm) Flanking the Colombian emerald center stone are two pear-cut white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 4.0 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, with no color enhancement
Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring Three-Stone Pear Shape
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Platinum Emerald & Diamond Engagement Ring 3 Stone Pear Shape 2.60 Carat Primary Stones: Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Belle Époque Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring in Platinum G Color VS2 Clarity Celebrate timeless
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
White Gold Emerald Cut Diamond Full Circle / Eternity / Wedding Band / Anniversary Ring 4.6 mm wide
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. 4 Carat Emerald Cut Engagement ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. engagement ring featuring a total diamond weight of 4.18 carats. The ring weighs 5.2
Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
rich foundation for the design. At the center of the ring sits a commanding 4.01-carat emerald-cut
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald

Natural 4 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald & 0.30 Carat Diamond Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
The 14K Yellow Gold ring, with an approximately 4 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald Cut Emerald and
Category

Early 2000s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring 14 Karat Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 4 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate, no color enhancement
Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & 5.5 Ct Diamond Ring in Platinum Size 6
Located in New York, NY
**4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & 5.5 Ct Diamond Ring in Platinum Size 6** A classic ring
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

8.5 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and 4 Ct Diamond Ring Platinum, Estate 6.5 Unisex
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring Approximately 8.5 Carat Emerald cut Emerald and 4 ct of Round brilliant
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

4 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Emerald & 1 Ct Diamond 14 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring Approximately 4 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate Gold: 14 Karat
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Yellow Gold Eternity Band Wedding Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
ring, adorned with 8 natural emerald-cut diamonds totaling approximately 4 carats, is a testament to
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Emerald Cut 4 Carat GIA Certified Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 4.09 carat emerald cut diamond certified by GIA. The center diamond is K in color and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond GIA Certified Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring. This is a stunning diamond engagement ring crafted in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

4.89cts 18K Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut 4-Prong Natural Emerald Solitaire Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Behold this stunning 4.89-carat Zambian emerald solitaire ring. The large, natural emerald weighs a
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dalben 3.57 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Rose Gold Ring
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18 kt hand engraved rose gold leaf motif Cocktail Ring with a 3,57 carat emerald cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k Yellow Gold 4 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This endless circle of emerald-cut diamonds set in 18k gold works beautifully as a wedding ring or
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut E VVS1 Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
4.09-carat emerald-cut diamond. With its E color and VVS1 clarity, this diamond radiates exceptional
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring D COLOR VS1 Clarity
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
-certified 4 carat emerald cut diamond. With excellent proportions (10.73 x 7.66 x 5.00 mm), this diamond
Category

2010s American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Emerald cut Diamond weighing 3.01 carats, G color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring with tapered baguette
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
allure of this GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring with tapered baguette diamonds are
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Moi&Toi 4 Carat Emerald Diamond Pave Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A timeless creation by Cecile Blake, this exquisite ring showcases a vibrant 4-carat natural heart
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ideal Proportions
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting an exquisite GIA-certified emerald-cut diamond ring that radiates sophistication and
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Band Ring Set in 18 Carats Yellow Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
elegance. Wear this GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Band Ring as a symbol of enduring beauty and
Category

2010s Italian Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.60ct 14K Rich Green Emerald Solitaire Men's Ring Emerald Cut 4 Prong Gold 585
Located in Jupiter, FL
This striking men's solitaire ring showcases a AAA-quality Zambian emerald with a rich dark green
Category

2010s Zambian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold

18k Rose Gold 4 Carat Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This endless circle of emerald-cut diamonds set in 18k gold works beautifully as a wedding ring or
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

18k White Gold 4 Carat Natural Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This endless circle of emerald-cut diamonds set in 18k gold works beautifully as a wedding ring or
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Emerald Cut Eternity Band Three Carat Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Total Carat : 3ttcw Diamond Cut : Emerald Cut - Natural Diamonds Diamond Clarity : VS-SI Diamond
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

2.25ct 14K Medium Dark Green Emerald Cut Emerald 4 Prong Solitaire Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic emerald solitaire emerald-cut engagement ring/right-hand ring in 14K yellow
Category

2010s Zambian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat E VVS2 Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite solitaire ring features a GIA-certified 4-carat Emerald Cut Diamond, set in a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 4 Carat D Color VS1 Clarity Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 4 Carat D Color VS1 Clarity Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

4.30ct 18K Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut 4-Prong Solitaire Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic emerald solitaire emerald-cut engagement ring/right-hand ring in 18K yellow
Category

2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.05ct 14K Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut 4-Prong Solitaire Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic emerald solitaire emerald-cut engagement ring/right-hand ring in 14K yellow
Category

2010s American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat Square Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring - 5 ct Total Weight This stunning three
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Emerald Cut Emerald and 1.78 Carat Diamond Marquise Ring Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
shaped emerald cut emerald and diamond ring has been crafted in 9k yellow gold. The marquise shaped
Category

Antique 1840s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring D Color VS1 Clarity
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring in Platinum Celebrate timeless elegance with this
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

5.01 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a GIA certified Emerald cut Diamond weighing 5.01 carats, H color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 1.41 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond and Emerald Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. This stunning antique 1920s emerald cut emerald and diamond ring has been crafted in 14k white gold
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond GIA with Baguettes Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning ring when you want to show up! Mounted with an impressive 4 carat Emerald Cut Diamond that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

4.08ct 14K Rich Green Emerald Cut Emerald Solitaire 4 Claw Prong Engagement Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This ring is not for the faint of heart! Displayed is a deep green emerald solitaire emerald-cut
Category

2010s Zambian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.53ct 14K Natural Vivid Dark Green Emerald Cut Emerald Solitaire 4 Prong Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic emerald solitaire emerald cut men's ring in 14K yellow gold. This solitaire
Category

2010s Zambian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Golconda 4 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring with Type IIa
Located in Chicago, IL
vintage ring, featuring a 4-carat Type IIa diamond from the legendary Golconda mines. Recently certified
Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

2.65ct 14K Medium Vivid Green Emerald Cut Emerald Solitaire 4 Prong Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic emerald solitaire Asscher-cut engagement ring/right-hand ring in 14K yellow
Category

2010s Zambian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.95ct 18K Rich Dark Green Emerald Cut Emerald Solitaire 4 Prong Gold Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This stunning solitaire ring boasts a remarkable 3.95-carat emerald as its centerpiece, exuding
Category

2010s Zambian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VERDURA Emerald Cut 2.43 Carats Diamond Ring
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
A platinum and diamond ring. Verdura, Centering an emerald cut diamond weighing 2.43 carats
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

4.35ct 14K Natural Mossy Green Emerald Cut Emerald 4 Prong Set Solitaire Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
features a remarkable 4.35-carat, natural emerald cut emerald from the origins of Zambia. The center stone
Category

2010s Zambian Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

6.26ct 18K Large Dark Mossy Green Emerald Cut Emerald 4 Prong Solitaire Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
features a large 6.26-carat, natural elongated emerald cut emerald from the origins of Zambia. The center
Category

2010s Zambian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colombian Emerald 1.09cts Emerald Cut Solitaire 4 Prong White Gold Ring Gift 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic Colombian emerald solitaire, emerald-cut, engagement ring in 14K white gold
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

4 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine & Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
: Carat Weight: 4.25 Cut: Emerald Color: Vivid Ocean Blue Clarity: Transparent Additional Blue Sapphires
Category

2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Emerald Cut Emerald Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive emerald cut 0.97 carat emerald and 0.36 carat diamond ring in yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 4 Carat Colombian Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Bow Ring - GIA
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This enchanting early 20th-century ring centers on a glowing 4 carat sugarloaf emerald of Colombian
Category

Vintage 1910s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

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4 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 4 carat emerald cut emerald 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 Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 756 vintage editions and 2053 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 4 carat emerald cut emerald 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. Creating a 4 carat emerald cut emerald ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Antinori Fine Jewels, Roman Malakov and J. Birnbach are consistently popular. A 4 carat emerald cut emerald ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 2288, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also square cut and oval cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 4 carat emerald cut emerald ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 4 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Ring?

On average, a 4 carat emerald cut emerald ring at 1stDibs sells for $15,889, while they’re typically $354 on the low end and $475,940,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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 4 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What band goes best with an emerald cut ring is largely a matter of personal preference. Bands that hold brilliant-cut accent stones can add sparkle to a ring. An example is the eternity band, which shows off gemstones all the way around the band. On 1stDibs, find a selection of emerald cut rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, emerald cut engagement rings are popular for those hoping to be betrothed. The emerald cut comprises 58 facets and truncated corners on a rectangular step-cut stone. The flat pavilion of an emerald-cut diamond can magnify the stone's imperfections, so the gem's clarity is key. Initially a popular cut for emeralds only, it is now used on other precious stones, but the name has come to define the style. The emerald cut became popular during the Art Deco period. Find emerald cut engagement rings on 1stDibs.