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Vintage Diamond and Sapphire 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
gold ring. Ring Size: K 1/2 or 5 1/2
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold

Vintage Agate and 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
gold. Ring Size: S or 9 Stone Diameter: 11mm Height off finger: 4mm Weight: 1.8g
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold

Antique Crystal and 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet ring holds a bright, clean crystal. The ring is simple in design and is modelled in 9ct
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Vintage Agate and 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
gold. Ring Size: Q or 8 1/4 Stone Dimensions: 16x13mm Height off finger: 5mm Weight: 2.6g
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold

Vintage Malachite and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The malachite stone in this 9ct gold ring is bright and has beautiful banding running through it
Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Signet Rings

Materials

Malachite, Gold

Antique Turquoise and Pearl 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
ring is modelled out of 9ct gold. Ring Size: J or 4 3/4 Cluster Diameter: 10mm Weight: 1.94g
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian More Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Pearl, 9k Gold

Vintage Amethyst and 9 Carat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
gold. Modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: P 1/2 or 8 Stone Dimensions: 17x6mm Height off finger: 10mm
Category

Vintage 1970s British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 9ct gold ring are three rubies totalling 1.10ct and four diamonds totalling 8pts
Category

Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Vintage Pearl and Topaz 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
pearls surrounding it. The ring is modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: Q or 8 1/4 Cluster Diameter
Category

Vintage 1950s British Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Russian Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
, England and modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: L 1/2 or 6 Band Width: 8mm Weight: 4g
Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Gold

Vintage Amethyst and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
in wide claws and the rest of the ring is very simple and modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: L 1/2 or
Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Antique 9 Carat Gold Engraved Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
the wear. Modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: K or 5 1/4 Band Width: 5.5mm Weight: 2.6g
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Band Rings

Materials

Gold

Vintage Emerald and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
but shimmering diamond shoulders. The diamonds total approx 6pts. The ring is modelled in 9ct gold
Category

Vintage 1970s British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Art Deco Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
beautiful. The ring has an open work gallery and decorative band modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: P 1/2 or
Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold

Vintage Pink and White Sapphire 9 Carat Gold Eternity Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
stones are white sapphires measuring 10pts each. The band is modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: P 1/2 or 8
Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold

Late Georgian Pearl and Crystal 9 Carat Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
modelled out of 9ct gold. Ring Size: M 1/2 or 6 1/4
Category

Antique 1830s British Georgian More Rings

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

Vintage Moonstone and 9 Carat Gold Signet Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
as not to detract from the main feature. The 9ct gold ring is smooth, simple and chunky. Hallmarked
Category

Vintage 1970s British Signet Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage Purple Stone and 9 Carat Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: O 1/2 or 7 1/2 Stone Diameter: 17mm Weight: 5.6g
Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold

Vintage Opal and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
sits a pair of rose cut diamonds. They are set in simple claw settings and all modelled in 9ct gold
Category

Vintage 1960s British Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold

Vintage Entwined Snake Ring of 9ct Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This 9ct gold ring (dated 1982) features an entwined snake design, adorned with a natural
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold

Vintage Opal and 9 Carat Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
. Modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: M or 6 1/4 Stone Dimensions: 8x5mm Height From Finger: 5mm Weight
Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold

Modern Emerald and Diamond 9 Carat Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
diamonds total 20pts. The stones are set in platinum and the ring is modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size: M
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
10pts each. The stones are set in platinum and the rest of the ring is modelled in 9ct gold. Ring Size
Category

Vintage 1970s British Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

9ct Gold Emerald Cut Burnt Orange Synthetic Sapphire Cocktail Ring 1960s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous 9ct gold ring with a large emerald cut synthetic sapphire, ring size UK K, US 5 1/4
Category

Vintage 1960s English Cocktail Rings

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Edwardian 9K Yellow Gold Opal and Garnet Halo Ring
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Step into the allure of history with this antique Edwardian 9 karat yellow gold halo ring, hailing
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Natural 9 Ct. Emerald Cut Amethyst Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Yello
Located in Bangkok, TH
order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 4 - 8 Total Gemstones Weight: 9.00
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Snake Ring 9ct Hallmarked
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Snake Ring Full British Hallmarks Goldsmiths Unknown with beautiful unidentified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold

9 ct Cushion aquarimarine ring in 18 k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
ring. 9 ct aquamarine ring. Cocktail aquamarine ring. Weight: 8.3 gr Size: 7 us - resizable Gemstones
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold

9ct Gold & Turquoise Brutalist Ring
Located in London, GB
Avant Garde 9ct Gold & Turquoise Brutalist Ring Natural Turquoise Stones Very Large Statement
Category

Vintage 1970s British Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

9ct Gold Opal & Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
held. Stamped 9ct inside band era 1950s Size. U.K. 0 U.S. 7
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold

9ct Yellow Gold Opal & Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
A charming vintage-style ring crafted in 9ct yellow gold, featuring a captivating oval opal at the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.2 Ct. Amethyst Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Metal: Solid 9K Rose Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 3.20 carat. (approx.) Total Gram
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Turquoise Ring of 9ct Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
tests as 9ct gold using XRF (x ray analysis) and jeweler's acids. Upon purchase, your ring will arrive
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Turquoise, 9k Gold

9CT Yellow Gold Wedgewood Dress Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
9CT Yellow Gold Wedgewood Dress Ring This captivating piece features a beautifully carved marquise
Category

Vintage 1950s Fashion Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Snake Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 9ct Gold Stamped Chester Hallmarked- Date Letter Has Rubbed Circa 1900
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

9k Gold

Volc 9ct plain metal yellow gold ring
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Volc' 9ct yellow gold ring. Signed BUNDA.
Category

2010s Australian Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Natural 5.8 Ct. Amethyst Diamond Style Filigree Cocktail Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Solid 9K White Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 6.06 carat. (approx.) Total Gram Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 9k Gold

Amethyst antique engagement ring 9ct yellow gold
Located in London, GB
coloured diamond intensity. Amethyst antique engagement ring 9ct yellow gold Amethyst 1.00ct bezel set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Rose Shell Cameo Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Shell Cameo Ring 9ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1977 Beautiful, Vintage Shell Cameo
Category

Late 20th Century English Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Ruby Snake Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 9ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Chester 1870 Makers Mark T & S- W H Tandy
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Buckle Belt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Buckle Ring 9ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1981 Makers Mark H G & S Lovely
Category

Late 20th Century English Fashion Rings

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Turquoise Cluster Ring
Located in Portland, England
A stunning and heavy antique 9ct Gold Victorian Turquoise Cluster Ring made circa 1900 set with
Category

Early 20th Century European Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

9ct Gold Bark Buckle Diamond Set Ring
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold 1960s Buckle Ring Bark surface design set with 15 x 0.8mm Natural diamonds and 2 x 0.8mm
Category

Mid-20th Century British Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

3 Ct. Natural London Blue Topaz Vintage Style Floral Filigree Ring in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K White Gold Ring Size: US 3-10 Total Gemstones Weight: 3.00 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, White Gold

4.50 Ct. Natural Blue Topaz Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 4.50 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.5 Ct. Natural Blue Topaz Vintage Style Filigree Cocktail Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K White Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 4.50 g
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, White Gold

10 Ct. Natural Blue Topaz Vintage Style Cocktail Ring in Solid 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K White Gold Ring Size: US 3-10 Total Gemstones Weight: 10.00 g
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, White Gold

4.5 Ct. Natural Round Blue Topaz Vintage Style Ring in Solid 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K White Gold Ring Size: US 3-10 Total Gemstones Weight: 4.50 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, White Gold

Natural 7.25 Ct. Oval Blue Topaz Vintage Style Carved Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. CHARACTERISTICS Metal: Solid 9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US7 (resizable) Total Gemstones Weight: 7.25 carat. (approx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 4.5 Ct. Blue Topaz Vintage Style Filigree Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
formal gowns. CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K Yellow Gold Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Topaz, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage 1970’s 9ct Gold Oval Signet Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Signet Ring 9ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1971 This beautiful 9ct gold signet
Category

Late 20th Century English Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Tanzanite & Diamond Crossover Ring in 9ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Tanzanite & Diamond Crossover Ring, Set In Yellow Gold Additional Information: In very good
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold & Opal Doublet Signet Style Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
9ct gold. Simply a great ring! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as
Category

20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 9k Gold

0.25ct Classic Solitaire Diamond Ring in 9ct Gold
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Classic Solitaire Diamond Ring 0.25ct With 3 Diamonds on Each Shoulder Additional
Category

2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Etruscan Puffy Heart Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Ring 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Pretty, Little Victorian Puffy Heart Ring
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Faceted Amethyst & Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Amethyst Ring 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1940’s Fabulous sized, vintage cocktail ring. Set
Category

Mid-20th Century English Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Garnet & Pearl Dress Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet & Pearl Dress Ring 9ct Gold Tested Circa 1850 A conversion from an early
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage 1990 Ruby Diamond 9ct Rose Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
warm 9ct rose gold. The ring features a trio of vivid round-cut rubies, each set in diamond-shaped
Category

Late 20th Century English Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Turquoise and Ruby Ring
Located in Portland, England
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Turquoise And Ruby Ring featuring a flower motif with a central
Category

Early 20th Century European Cluster Rings

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, Gold

9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Tassel Drop Dangle Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Tassel Drop Dangle Engagement Ring Make a statement with this stunning 9ct
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

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9ct Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 9ct gold ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 9k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 24 vintage editions and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 9ct gold 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. A 9ct gold ring from AB Jewelry NYC and William Llewellyn Griffiths — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 9ct gold ring of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 9, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and briolette cut alternatives. When shopping for a 9ct gold ring, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 9ct Gold Ring?

The price for a 9ct gold ring starts at $213 and tops out at $5,543 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,137.

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 9ct Gold Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Because its only 37% pure rose gold, 9-ct rose gold is a less pure form of the material. The other 63% is composed of other metals such as copper or silver.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Similar to shoes, rings have their own sizing system. A size 9 ring has a .75-inch diameter. Most women in the U.S. wear between a 5 and a 7 in ring sizes, and most men in the U.S. wear a size 10.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, wedding rings can be gold. Your options also aren't limited to the traditional warm-glowing yellow, as many makers offer wedding rings in white gold and rose gold as well. Most wedding rings feature 14-karat or 18-karat gold rather than pure 24-karat gold because alloys are stronger and more resistant to breakage and scratching. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of gold wedding rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The gold signet ring is traditionally a symbol of heritage. It is often handed down through the generations of a family. It is also known as the “gentleman's ring” or “seal rings.” The name comes from the Latin 'Signum' which means “sign.” On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage gold signet rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Engagement rings can be gold. However, because gold is a softer metal than other metals, such as platinum, making it less popular.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, not all Cartier rings are gold. Although the luxury jewelry maker produces many white, rose and yellow gold pieces, some rings are platinum. The French jewelry house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    No, most gold wedding rings aren't pure gold. Pure or 24-karat gold is a malleable material and generally isn't a good choice for making jewelry intended to be worn every day. As a result, most wedding rings are made of a gold alloy, such as 18-karat or 14-karat gold. Find a large selection of gold wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether or not gold engagement rings are outdated is a matter of opinion. Yellow gold has been used to produce rings for centuries. However, white gold and rose gold can be appealing for those who want something different for an engagement ring. Because you'll likely wear your engagement ring for years to come, it's a good idea to choose pieces that appeal to you rather than following trends that change from season to season. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Swarovski rings are made from palladium and gold-plated metals, rather than 18 carat gold. As a result they are more suited to handling wear and tear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    No, gold wedding rings are not out of style. While the circle shape has always symbolized an unending pledge of love to one's partner, preferred materials in the production of wedding bands have changed over time. Metals such as iron in early Rome replaced the wedding rings of bone and ivory that came before them. These days, white gold and yellow gold are still among the most popular metals for engagement rings and wedding rings. Find antique and vintage wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best gold ring to buy is really a matter of preference. Shop from a selection of antique, vintage and contemporary gold rings of 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A gold lion ring can be a symbol of strength and leadership as well as a piece meant to bring protection to the wearer. Wearing it on the right hand can accentuate the meaning of the leadership qualities, while wearing it on the left hand emphasizes its protection qualities. Shop a range of authentic gold lion rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Whether a Cartier ring is real gold depends on the piece. Cartier only uses genuine 18-karat white gold, yellow gold and rose gold for rings labeled as "gold rings." However, Cartier also offers rings crafted out of materials like platinum, so not all pieces produced by the French luxury jewelry maker are gold. Shop a large selection of Cartier rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    How much a gold ring weighs varies. Generally, most gold rings weigh 3.5 to 5.3 grams. The diameter measurement and thickness of the ring will largely determine how much it weighs. Gemstones and other embellishments will increase the weight. Find a diverse assortment of gold rings from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Your silver ring is likely turning gold due to a chemical process known as tarnishing. It occurs when sulfuric compounds and other substances in the air react with silver, causing it to change color. You can reduce the risk of tarnishing by following the storage, cleaning and care instructions provided by the jewelry maker. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of silver rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Yes, engagement rings can be rose gold. In fact, many people love the warm pinkish glow of the precious metal and choose it for their engagement rings. In addition, rose gold doesn't tarnish and is highly resistant to scratches. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of rose gold engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, white gold can be used in wedding rings. In fact, the precious metal offers distinctive benefits because it doesn't tarnish and resists corrosion. The metal is also relatively malleable, allowing it to be adorned with intricate details and engravings. Shop a range of white gold wedding rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Since 24k gold is too soft, jewelry made with this kind of gold tends to bend easily. It is preferable to use 10k, 14k or 18k gold for rings. Find a collection of vintage and antique gold rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Gold nugget rings became popular during the time of the California gold rush during the mid 19th century. At the time, people associated the rings with wealth, power and good fortune. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of gold nugget rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a Cartier ring is not usually solid gold. Typically, the French luxury jewelry maker uses 18-karat gold to craft jewelry. An 18-karat gold ring is 75 percent gold and 25 percent metal alloy. Shop a collection of Cartier rings on 1stDibs.