If you’re interested in a ring from the 1800s, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite Georgian and Victorian era rings for you to look through. 1800s jewelry is characterized by nature motifs, hearts, bows, and both regal and a hard working aesthetic. You’re also likely to find rose-cut diamonds from this time period and a variety of stones as well as metals.
Georgian era rings tend to consist of diamonds, pearls, sapphires, rubies, topaz, and garnet on silver and yellow gold. With Victorian era rings, you’re likely to find gold and silver too, while the typical stones are diamonds, pearls, sapphires, amethyst, garnets, and turquoise. To learn more about what makes the jewelry from these eras special, consider checking out our article about the seven eras of antique jewelry.
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1. Amado Ring
Price: $4,300. Learn more about the Amado Ring.
We’re starting off this list strong with the stunning Amado Ring; a piece that features several popular characteristics of 1800s rings. Handcrafted in 18k yellow gold circa 1880, this Victorian era navette treasure is comprised of thirteen old cut diamonds totaling 1.00 carat and set in prongs within a blue enamel frame. The band is quite modest, while the gallery features alluring openwork.
2. Merritt Ring
Price: $6,000. Learn more about the Merritt Ring.
Next up, the French Georgian era Merritt Ring is another great demonstration of 1800s ring characteristics. Not only does the piece feature silver on 18k yellow gold, but it also displays a nature motif in the form of flowers on the shoulders. The ring is a navette shape with an openwork head covered in small rose cut diamonds; another two typical 1800s ring traits. Finally, the ring was handcrafted in 1815 and the center stone is a Sri Lanka sapphire GIA-certified as 1.20 carats.
3. Sarecta Ring
Price: $3,000. Learn more about the Sarecta Ring.
Handcrafted in silver on 14k yellow gold circa 1800, the Sarecta is another Georgian navette beauty. This piece features an open head comprised of eleven diamonds totaling approximately 0.84 carats. Finally, a fleur-de-lis decorates each shoulder. The design is full of lightness and cultured elegance.
4. Allsbrook Ring
Price: $3,800. Learn more about the Allsbrook Ring.
The Georgian era Allsbrook features a silver head with a floral diamond cluster on a 14k yellow gold split shank. The ring is comprised of ten rose-cut diamonds set in a dome design, granting a lovely verticality to the piece. Finally, it was handcrafted circa 1810.
5. Devault Ring
Price: $7,800. Learn more about the Devault Ring.
The charming Devault is an excellent example of the high level of craftsman during the 1800s. This Georgian era diamond cluster ring features the classic 1800s ring combination of silver on 18k yellow gold. Detailed engravings decorate the shank, while the head features a cluster of seven diamonds. Finally, the cluster totals 0.70 characters and range in color and clarity from J to K and VS2 to SI1 respectively.
6. Fayston Ring
Price: $2,800. Learn more about the Fayston Ring.
The striking Fayston was handcrafted in 14k yellow circa 1810 and features a wide shank with a ridge texture. The cluster of seven rose-cut diamonds totals approximately 0.50 carats and pairs exceedingly well with the color and structure of the piece. Although a modest piece, the Fayston is an excellent representative of the artistry found during the Georgian era.
7. Valmiera Ring
Price: $1,100. Learn more about the Valmiera Ring.
The Valmiera’s structure lends to a delicate and charming design, while the yellow and purple imparts a sense of royalty. Handcrafted in 18k yellow gold circa 1880, this Victorian three-stone piece features three prong-set amethysts totaling 2.61 carats. The remainder of the piece is clean and unadorned.
8. Avelbury Ring
Price: $19,000. Learn more about the Avelbury Ring.
Handcrafted in Russia circa 1880, the Victorian era Avelbury Ring features a reliable combination of blue sapphires, white diamonds, and yellow gold. The center stone is a 3.00-carat sapphire set within a 1.64-carat cluster of twelve mine-cut diamonds. Finally, detailed nature-motif engravings decorate the shank. The ring is large and perfect for making a statement.
9. Clarence Ring
Price: $7,300. Learn more about the Clarence Ring.
Handcrafted in silver on 18k yellow gold circa 1880, this Victorian era diamond cluster ring features an elongated shape and unique shoulders.
The shoulders are three carved plumes and lead to a textured and unadorned shank. The elongated head of the piece holds nineteen diamonds. The center stone is a 0.45-carat old European cut diamond with J color and SI2 clarity, while the surrounding cluster of eighteen stones are old mine cute diamonds ranging from I to J in color, with VS2 clarity overall, and totaling approximately 1.82 carats.
10. Rosaire Ring
Price: $3,500. Learn more about the Rosaire Ring.
The Victorian era Rosaire Ring features alternating white diamonds and pink rubies on a band. They are all round and set in prongs. There are three rubies totaling 1.10 carats and three diamonds totaling 1.10 carats as well. Finally, the piece was handcrafted in 18k yellow gold circa 1860.
11. Clement Ring
Price: $2,500. Learn more about the Clement Ring.
Handcrafted circa 1860, this dainty solitaire ring features a 0.42-carat antique cushion cut diamond with J color and SI1 clarity set in silver. The band is 18k yellow gold and unadorned, pairing excellently with the simple silver head and white diamond. This is without a doubt a charming piece that represents the Victorian era well.
12. Armant Ring
Price: $1,600. Learn more about the Armant Ring.
Handcrafted circa 1880, this stunning piece features the lovely complimentary pair of purple amethyst and 18k yellow gold. The natural round amethyst weighs 2.39 carats and is set in prongs. Three mine-cut diamonds adorn each shoulder, totaling approximately 0.11 carats. The crown setting completes this ring’s perfect regal look.
13. Parkside Ring
Price: $15,000. Learn more about the Parkside Ring.
Nature motifs were quite common during the 1800s, and the Parkside is an excellent example of this. Handcrafted in platinum on 18k yellow gold circa 1880, this piece features a 1.42-carat old European cut diamond within a 0.60-carat floral cluster of twelve diamonds. Finally, the center stone has K color and VS2 clarity, while the additional diamonds have J-K color and VS2-SI1 clarity.
14. Medina Ring
Price: $7,500. Learn more about the Medina Ring.
The lovely navette Medina Ring features a 1.00-carat column of seven natural oval-cut Burmese rubies within a 1.42-carat halo of twenty diamonds. The stones are set in silver while the band is 18k yellow gold. The combination of silver and gold is typical of Victorian era jewelry, while the rubies and diamonds work together to create an entirely elegant package.
15. Borma Ring
Price: $5,600. Learn more about the Borma Ring.
Yet another navette piece, this exquisite ring features a combination of blue sapphire, white diamonds, and 18k yellow gold.
The ring was handcrafted circa 1880 and displays three non-heated cushion-cut totaling approximately 1.25 carats. The old mine and single-cut diamonds surrounding the sapphires emphasize the blue stones well and sit nicely against the yellow gold mounting. Finally, a single diamond sits on each shoulder bringing the total diamond weight to approximately 0.70 carats.
16. Amiens Ring
Price: $3,500. Learn more about the Amiens Ring.
The enchanting Amiens features a bezel-set pink sapphire amidst a double halo of old mine diamonds, as well as three additional diamonds on each shoulder. The sapphire weighs 0.40 carats, while the diamonds total 1.55 carats. Finally, the ring was handcrafted in silver on 14k yellow gold circa 1870. If you want a piece that is unquestionably Victorian, then this is a perfect choice.
17. Rideau Ring
Price: $9,900. Learn more about the Rideau Ring.
If you are looking for a larger ring, then look no further.
This wide dome-style ring features a pave-set cluster of diamonds spanning the entirety of the visible surface above the finger. The piece was handcrafted in silver circa 1880 and the center diamond is antique cushion cut and weighs approximately 0.30 carats. The surrounding single cut and old European cut diamonds bring the total diamond weight to approximately 2.93 carats.
18. Waterbury Ring
Price: $4,300. Learn more about the Waterbury Ring.
The Waterbury features one of the most unique designs of the rings on this list. Handcrafted circa 1860, this navette piece features five center diamonds suspended within an openwork frame of small rose-cut diamonds. The diamonds total 0.70 carats and have I color and SI1-SI2 clarity. Finally, the stones are set in silver, while the shank is 14k yellow gold.
19. Linfield Ring
Price: Contact us. Learn more about the Linfield Ring.
Handcrafted in 18k yellow gold circa 1860, the Linfield is sure to make any bride feel like royalty.
Firstly, the center stone is a 4.42-carat elongated cushion-cut Kashmir sapphire. The precious blue stone is not heat treated, meaning the natural quality is preserved. Secondly, the surrounding halo of old mine diamonds totals 0.60 carats. Finally, the delicate kite shoulders sit in openwork, while the piece bears an English gold stamp.
You certainly can’t go wrong with the Linfield Ring.
20. Vanceboro Ring
Price: $2,500. Learn more about the Vanceboro Ring.
Last, but certainly not least, the Georgian era Vanceboro is truly a sight to behold. This ornate treasure features magnificent detailed engravings totally covering its head and shoulders. The 14k yellow gold and cushion cut center topaz work in unison to bring a harmonious warm tone to the piece. Finally, the ring was handcrafted circa 1780.
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