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Sea Otter Ring Abalone Kelp Three Dimensional Yellow Gold Animal Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely wonderful antique Sea Otter Ring with a fabulous sea otter lying on its back
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Zebra Animal Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the wild side of fashion with this captivating estate ring by David Webb. Crafted in the
Category

20th Century American Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Hermès Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage 1960's Horse Animal Ring
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ring designed as stylized horse head with a flowing mane wrapping fully around Engraved with hair
Category

1960s Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Coral Blue Sapphires Diamonds Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Charming 14 kt roseand white gold animal ring with 0.50 g of red coral, 0.50 ct of blue sapphires
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Whimsical Set of 10 Hand Carved African Mix Woods Animals Napkin Ring Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical Set of 10 Hand Carved African Mix Woods Animals Napkin Ring Holders , circa 1970's walnut
Category

20th Century Kenyan Bohemian Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Wood

Ring-necked Pheasants, Wildlife Painting by Peter Darro
Located in Long Island City, NY
infinite variety. Ring-necked Pheasants by Peter Darro, American (1917–1997) Date: 1971 Oil on canvas
Category

1970s American Realist Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Ruby Panther Leopard Ring 14k Gold Animal Band Split
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Ruby Panther Leopard Ring 14K Gold Animal Band Split This one of a kind ring is finely crafted in
Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Ruby Animal Lion Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This spectacular huge vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold (carefully tested and
Category

20th Century Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Horse Head Ring Animal 14K Gold Band Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This terrific estate ring crafted in highly desirable solid 14K yellow gold. This piece is so
Category

20th Century Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Contemporary Black and Red Enamel Animal Dome Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This funky dome ring has a quirky animal top, with a squiggled black enamel
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Elephant Ring Vintage Enamel 14k Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
blue sapphires set into the head, and a pearl to the trunk, the visually stunning ring is the perfect
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Go...

Animal Head Shape Diamonds and Rubies 18K Yellow and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Animal head shape 18K white and yellow gold ring, representing an animal profile with ruby like eye
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Elephant Conversion Ring 14k Yellow Gold Sz 5.75 Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Originally a vintage stick pin the Elephant ring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The ring is
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage Fox Ring 14k Yellow Gold Ruby Eyes Estate Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage fox ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Two rubies are
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bengal Tiger Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Estate Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Bengal tiger ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Emeralds are set into the
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cat on the Rings
By Leonor Fini
Located in Columbia, MO
LEONOR FINI Cat on the Rings 1973 Color lithograph Ed. 157/230 12.5 x 9 inches
Category

1970s Surrealist Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Leopard Ring Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Eyes Black Enamel Animal 5.75
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage leopard ring crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s). 4
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Deer Antlers Ring Estate 14k Rose Gold Vintage Fine Animal Horn Spike Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Deer Antler ring crafted in 14 karat rose gold. The unique ring is crafted in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Hand Made Vintage Bee Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Animal Jewelry circa 1940
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand Made circa 1940 14k Yellow Gold 7.90 grams finger size 5.75 design size: 19 mm x 21 mm (wingspan) has natural diamonds, emerald and sapphires. excellent condition.
Category

1940s Unknown Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Double Lion Ring Sz 10 18k Yellow Gold Enamel Eyes Bypass Band Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage double Lion ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1980s). The elaborate
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1980s Bijoux Brass Marble Ring Holder
Located in San Diego, CA
1980's brass marble ring holder or sculpture by Vogue Bijoux. The simplicity of this design says it
Category

20th Century Italian Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Walter bosse cat ring holder around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Walter bosse cat ring holder around 1950s Original condition
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Walter bosse cat ring holder around 1950s
Walter bosse cat ring holder around 1950s
H 6.3 in W 0.99 in D 5.52 in
Large Lion Ring Sz 8.5 Ruby Eyes Diamond Sz 8.5 Blue Enamel Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Lion ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1980s). 1 round brilliant
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Enamel

Walter Bosse Brass Monkey Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder
By Walter Bosse, Herta Baller
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse Brass Monkey Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder Original condition
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Richard Rohac Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder, Vienna, 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Richard Rohac figurine pretzel holder, ring holder, Vienna, 1950s Original condition.
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Antique Sliver Ring Holder Elephant Decorative Jewellery Organiser Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Add a touch of vintage charm to your jewellery collection with this beautiful elephant ring holder
Category

1960s British Art Deco Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Sheet Metal, Silver Leaf

Walter Bosse Brass Cat Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder
By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse brass cat figurine pretzel holder, ring holder Original condition.
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Walter Bosse Brass Dog Figurine Jewelry Ring Holder, Herta Baller Austria, 1950s
Located in Boden, SE
Classic early 1950s Austrian Bosse dog Ring holder Figurine Collectible.Nice addition to your
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass, Iron

Cat Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder by Walter Bosse
By Walter Bosse, Herta Baller
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass figurine blackened pretzel holder, ring holder. Designed in the 1950s by Walter Bosse for
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Walter Bosse Brass Cat Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder
By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse
Located in Wien, AT
suitable as a ring holder. Original condition.
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Walter Bosse Brass Cat Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder
By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse
Located in Wien, AT
suitable as a ring holder.
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Walter Bosse brass seal figurine pretzel holder, ring holder around 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse brass seal figurine pretzel holder, ring holder around 1950s Original condition
Category

1950s Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Walter Bosse brass hedgehog figurine pretzel holder, ring holder around 1950s
By Walter Bosse, Herta Baller
Located in Wien, AT
Walter Bosse brass hedgehog figurine pretzel holder, ring holder around 1950s Original condition
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Antique Sliver Ring Holder Swann Birds Decorative Jewellery Organiser Home Décor
Located in Wembley, GB
Add a touch of vintage charm to your jewellery collection with this beautiful swan ring holder
Category

1960s British Art Deco Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf, Sheet Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate

Walter Bosse Brass Cat Figurine Jewelry Ring Holder, Baller Austria, 1950s
By Walter Bosse, Herta Baller
Located in Nuernberg, DE
various mediums, including ceramics, metalwork, and sculpture. Bosse's most famous works are his animal
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Bronze

Walter Bosse Cat Ring Holder for Hertha Baller Blackened Aluminium, 1950's
By Walter Bosse
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical rare Walter Bosse cat ring holder circa 1950's nicely patinated, in aluminium with black
Category

Late 20th Century German Art Deco Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Metal

Dog Ring Holder, Brass Blackened, in Style of Walter Bosse, Austria
By Walter Bosse
Located in Vienna, AT
A blackened brass ring holder in shape of a dog.
Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Brass Cat Figurine Pretzel Holder, Ring Holder Attributed to Richard Rohac
Located in Wien, AT
Brass cat figurine pretzel holder, ring holder attributed to Richard Rohac Original condition.  
Category

1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Brass

Antique Sliver Ring Holder Swann Birds Decorative Jewellery Organiser Home Décor
Located in Wembley, GB
Add a touch of vintage charm to your dinner table with this beautiful swan napkin holder. Crafted from high-quality metal with silver, it is the perfect addition to any home decor. T...
Category

1960s British Art Deco Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Sheet Metal, Silver Leaf

Walter Bosse Cat Ring Holder for Hertha Baller Blackened Brass, 1950's
By Walter Bosse
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare Walter Bosse cat ring holder circa 1950's nicely patinated, some brass left from the original
Category

Late 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Bronze Golden Swan Ring Table Sculpture by Dolbi Cashier 1984
By Dolbi Cashier
Located in Miami, FL
We offer a heavy Mid-Century Modern golden bronze swan ring table sculpture by Dolbi Cashier, 1984
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Bronze

20th Century British Solid Silver 'Lucky Animals' Napkin Rings, Asprey, c.1913
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 20th Century stunning set of four solid silver 'lucky animals' napkin rings. Each napkin
Category

20th Century British Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Silver

14k Gold Animal-Themed Micromosaic Jewelry Set, 16" Necklace & Ring Size 7.75
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Necklace Mounted in 18k Gold Length: 16" Total Mass of Necklace: 50.8 grams Ring Mounted in 18k
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Male Ring Tale Pheasant Taxidermy
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Male Ring tale pheasant taxidermy. Mounted on wood wall plaque.
Category

1960s Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Animal Skin

Male Ring Tale Pheasant Taxidermy
Male Ring Tale Pheasant Taxidermy
H 11 in W 23 in D 29 in
Oatmeal and Yellow Gilt Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Ugo Zaccagnini, Italy 1960s
By Ugo Zaccagnini
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
animal masks with mock ring handles in a gilt glaze with an oatmeal glaze ground all supported on a
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Ceramic

Moonbird
Located in Paris, FR
figure of the winged animal through the dark, emphasized rings. Certificate of authenticity LCD6081
Category

1950s Abstract Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Moonbird
Moonbird
H 22.45 in W 14.97 in
Red and Blue Chinese Vintage Ceramic Planter
Located in Yonkers, NY
lines and mythical animals. Be charmed by the allure of mythical creatures and captivating colors with
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Ceramic

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round ring …Go to the
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

Composition, Cirque (Saphire, N° 44-106)
By Fernand Léger
Located in Auburn Hills, MI
machine that produces circles? …acrobats, horseback riders, bicycles, clowns, animals—on a perfectly round
Category

1950s Modern Vintage Animal Rings

Materials

Lithograph

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Vintage Animal Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage animal rings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and silver. Our collection of vintage animal rings includes designs that are universally popular, but retro and Art Deco styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Hidalgo, Isabel Canovas and Pauline Rader produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 2 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many mixed cut and round cut vintage animal rings for sale. Most of our vintage animal rings for sale are for women, but there are 10 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Animal Rings?

On average, vintage animal rings at 1stDibs sell for $5,100, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $74,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Vintage Animal Rings
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A vintage engagement ring is generally defined as an engagement ring that is 20 to 80 years old. By definition, “antique” applies to anything that is 100 years or older. The most popular vintage styles for engagement rings are Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco. Vintage engagement rings could feature traditional diamonds or colored gemstones. Find a wide variety of vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    There are a few reasons why you might want to buy vintage rings. One is that most vintage rings were handmade, making them high-quality and one-of-a-kind pieces. Another is that many vintage rings have timeless looks that are visually appealing. Plus, some vintage rings are desirable to collectors, so their value may increase over time. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage rings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What vintage rings are called varies. It's correct to simply call any ring that is 20 to 99 years old a vintage ring. However, some people may call them by other names. Rings from the 1940s may be referred to as War Year rings, while mid-century and retro are other terms for pieces from the 1950s and ’60s. You may also see vintage rings described by their styles. For example, a ring flaunting a single diamond or colored gemstone is a solitaire, while one showcasing a primary stone surrounded by a ring of smaller accent stones is a halo ring. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    The age of a vintage ring is at least 20 years. If a ring is at least 100 years older, the piece is an antique. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern rings from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Vintage rings were made from a variety of materials. Many artisans used sterling silver, platinum and gold alloys like 14-karat and 18-karat gold. Some pieces also featured gemstones like diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds as well as turquoise, jade and other materials like pearls and crystals. Shop a variety of vintage rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    What year is vintage for rings varies over time. Generally, rings that are 20 to 80 years old are considered vintage. Rings made 100 years ago or more would be considered antiques. On 1stDibs, explore a range of vintage and antique rings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Vintage-style rings are rings that draw inspiration from jewelry created 20 or more years ago. For example, a vintage-style ring may feature two-tone metalwork and an oval setting, which were attributes of jewelry designed during the Retro period, or the ornate geometric details and step-cut diamonds that are associated with the Art Deco era. Find a large collection of rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Whether vintage diamond rings are worth more varies. Many factors influence the potential selling price of vintage and contemporary rings, including their maker, style and condition. The type of precious metal and the diamond's color, clarity, cut and carat weight will also impact the ring's price. Explore a wide variety of vintage diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Whether halo engagement rings are vintage depends on their age. Any ring made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage, while older pieces are antiques. Halo engagement rings emerged during the Art Deco period and have remained popular since. As a result, you can find many antique and vintage examples, as well as contemporary rings that show off a central gemstone surrounded by a halo of accent stones. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of halo engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    A vintage engagement ring is generally any engagement ring that dates back 20 to 80 years. Rings that are 100 or more years old are antiques. The design of a vintage engagement ring is influenced by each era's artistic visions, cultural movements and preferences in materials, gemstones and motifs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    You can find vintage engagement rings in many places. If you want to shop in person, check out second-hand stores, auction houses and estate sales. Browsing the collections of trusted online platforms can also allow you to quickly discover many vintage pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    You can buy vintage engagement rings from many sources. Local estate sales, auctions and secondhand shops can be good local sources. Another option is to shop for vintage pieces on trusted online platforms. You can find a large collection of vintage engagement rings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    A vintage-style engagement ring is a piece of bridal jewelry designed in the style of rings produced in the past. Many vintage-style engagement rings borrow elements from Victorian, Art Deco or Edwardian jewelry. Although the rings may closely resemble authentic antique or vintage rings, they are actually contemporary pieces produced in recent years. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, vintage engagement rings are popular among some people. Many find the details of rings produced during the last 20 to 99 years to be visually appealing. In fact, some contemporary jewelry makers even draw inspiration from vintage designs. Some people also prefer vintage rings because they inherit them from relatives or because they like the idea of wearing an engagement ring that has a history. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To tell if a vintage ring is real, examine its details. Older pieces are usually handmade, so they’ll often lack perfect symmetry or feature minor flaws in the details. Does it show signs of wear and tear that normally wouldn’t appear on a new accessory? Stamps and/or markings inside the band may indicate the content of the metal as well as the manufacturer. You can consult online resources to see if the stylistic characteristics match jewelry from the era during which you believe the ring originated. Certified appraisers or seasoned professionals within the jewelry industry can also help you determine the age of a piece. If you wish to know if a vintage ring’s gemstone is real, consult an experienced gemologist. Shop a range of jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Vintage mood rings work because of their unique stones. Rather than being set with a precious gemstone, mood rings feature thermoplastic liquid crystals layered under a protective coating that is sensitive to temperature changes. When your body temperature rises and falls, the shift causes the crystals to react and show off different colors. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of vintage rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between vintage and classic engagement rings has to do with taste and time. Vintage engagement rings date back 20 to 80 years and occupy the sweet spot between historic and modern. Whether or not an engagement ring is "classic" may pertain solely to the style of the ring. The solitaire setting is considered a classic setting for engagement rings. Tiffany & Co. broadly helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still the quintessential engagement ring style. Designed to maximize a diamond's sparkle, the trademark Tiffany Setting elevated the stone on six prongs (in contrast to the bezel setting, which was common at the time). In the late 1800s, Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, and the house's Solitaire 1895 engagement ring is considered a classic engagement ring. Find antique and vintage engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    There are several reasons why people buy vintage engagement rings. Some prefer the way jewelry looked in decades past and select vintage pieces that fit their tastes. Others choose vintage engagement rings to get a unique, one-of-a-kind piece or like the idea of their jewelry having a long history. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Details that reflect the trends of previous eras are what make an engagement ring look vintage. During the 1940s, engagement rings often featured two-tone metal bands and small central stones flanked by accent stones like baguettes. During the 1950s, World War II-era restrictions on platinum were finally lifted, and many people chose platinum engagement rings set with a single brilliant-cut diamond. The 1960s brought colored gemstones into fashion, and engagement rings from the 1970s and ’80s often featured bold, flashy geometric designs. In the 1990s, marquise diamonds and white gold and platinum metals were popular. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage engagement rings.