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The Engagement Rings Archive

The ones that got away... If you see anything you like let us know, and we can help you source something similar

Art Deco Engagement Rings Art Deco Engagement Rings
Edwardian Engagement Rings Edwardian Engagement Rings
Victorian Engagement Rings Victorian Engagement Rings
Georgian Engagement Rings Georgian Engagement Rings
Mid-Century Engagement Rings Mid-Century Engagement Rings
Art Nouveau Engagement Rings Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
Retro Engagement Rings Retro Engagement Rings
Modern Engagement Rings Modern Engagement Rings
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  1. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Crossover Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Crossover RingSold
  2. Art Deco Platinum, Fire Opal & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Fire Opal & Diamond RingSold
  3. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Ruby & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  4. Edwardian 18ct Gold Gypsy Ring set with Rubies & Diamonds
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Gypsy Ring set with Rubies & DiamondsSold
  5. Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Fire Opal & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Fire Opal & Diamond RingSold
  6. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Diamond Solitaire Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Diamond Solitaire RingSold
  7. Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Target Ring
    Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Target RingSold
  8. Edwardian 18ct Gold ​& Platinum, Diamond Starburst Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold ​& Platinum, Diamond Starburst RingSold
  9. Early 20th Century 18ct White Gold Geometric Ring set with Diamonds
    Early 20th Century 18ct White Gold Geometric Ring set with DiamondsSold
  10. Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Black Opal Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Black Opal Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  11. French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Ring with Two Bows
    French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Ring with Two BowsSold
  12. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Fire Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Fire Opal & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  13. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Cluster RingSold
  14. Early 20th Century 14ct Gold & Platinum Giardinetti Ring
    Early 20th Century 14ct Gold & Platinum Giardinetti RingSold
  15. Edwardian 18ct Gold Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Diamond Triple Cluster RingSold
  16. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Colour Change Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Colour Change Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone RingSold
  17. Art Deco 18ct Gold, Platinum, Ruby ​& Diamond Scallop Design Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold, Platinum, Ruby ​& Diamond Scallop Design RingSold
  18. Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  19. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Diamond Double Snake Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Diamond Double Snake RingSold
  20. Art Deco Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Bow Ring
    Art Deco Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Bow RingSold
  21. Art Nouveau 9ct Gold, Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Art Nouveau 9ct Gold, Opal & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  22. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Emerald & Rose Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Emerald & Rose Diamond RingSold
  23. French Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Rectangular Ring
    French Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Rectangular RingSold
  24. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone RingSold
  25. Edwardian 18ct Gold Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Emerald & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  26. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Boat Shaped Ring set with Rose Diamonds & Rubies
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Boat Shaped Ring set with Rose Diamonds & RubiesSold
  27. Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Diamond RingSold
  28. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Target Ring Set With Sapphires & Diamonds
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Target Ring Set With Sapphires & DiamondsSold
  29. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Diamond Set Square Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Diamond Set Square RingSold
  30. Victorian 18ct Gold, Emerald & Diamond Carved Half Hoop Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold, Emerald & Diamond Carved Half Hoop RingSold
  31. Edwardian Platinum & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian Platinum & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  32. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Three Stone Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Three Stone Diamond RingSold
  33. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  34. French Belle Epoque 18ct Gold & Platinum, Tiara Ring set with Old Mine Cut Diamonds
    French Belle Epoque 18ct Gold & Platinum, Tiara Ring set with Old Mine Cut DiamondsSold
  35. Art Deco Platinum, Diamond Solitaire Ring with Baguette & Round Diamond set Shoulders
    Art Deco Platinum, Diamond Solitaire Ring with Baguette & Round Diamond set ShouldersSold
  36. Early 20th Century French 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century French 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
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An 'antique' engagement ring is a ring that is at least 100 years old — so anything made around 1920 or before. Our Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and Art Nouveau engagement rings are all antique.
A 'vintage' engagement ring was made between 50 and 100 years ago — broadly 1920 to 1970. Our Art Deco, Retro and Mid-Century engagement rings fall under the vintage banner.
Yes. We only sell 100% original, one-of-a-kind engagement rings, handmade by master craftsmen up to 200 years ago. We do not sell modern reproductions or mass-produced rings made in an 'antique style'. Every ring is the real thing, with its own story to tell.
Generally very good, especially given their age — we select only the finest examples. In the rare case a ring shows notable wear or damage, we say so in its description. You are always welcome to ask for more images or video, or see a ring in person at our London showroom.
Yes. Our antique engagement rings predate modern diamond mining, so they are inherently conflict-free — buying one adds no new demand for mining and contributes nothing to the problems that come with it. Read our ethical policy →
The old "one to three months' salary" rule is unromantic and, for many people, unrealistic — and it is not something we believe in. Decide on a budget you are comfortable with and find a ring you both love within it.
The classics: cluster, solitaire, three stone, five stone, marquise and crossover rings. Diamonds, sapphires and rubies remain the most sought-after stones for their beauty and durability, with emeralds and semi-precious stones such as aquamarine increasingly popular. Don't be afraid to use your imagination.
Victorian (1839–1901), Edwardian (1901–1914) and Art Deco (1920–1935) — a golden age for jewellery, when style and technical innovation converged. Rings from these eras are increasingly hard to find in good condition, which is why they hold their value so well.

Almost all of them, yes — and your first sizing is free, carried out by one of the best jewellers in the trade. The small minority of rings that cannot be sized (intricately carved shanks, stones running the whole way round) are clearly marked on their product page.

If you don't know your partner's size, print our ring measurer and check one of their existing rings against it. If that's not possible without giving the game away, propose first and use your free sizing afterwards — send the ring back to us and we'll size it and return it within a few working days.

Any more questions? Contact Us