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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, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring with Ornate Shoulders
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring with Ornate ShouldersSold
  2. Early 20th Century French 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century French 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  3. Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Crossover Ring with Buckle Detail
    Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Crossover Ring with Buckle DetailSold
  4. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Colombian Emerald Solitaire Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Colombian Emerald Solitaire RingSold
  5. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Square Shaped Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Square Shaped RingSold
  6. French Belle Epoque 18ct Gold, Peridot & Rose Diamond Marquise Ring
    French Belle Epoque 18ct Gold, Peridot & Rose Diamond Marquise RingSold
  7. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Triple Cluster Emerald & Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Triple Cluster Emerald & Diamond RingSold
  8. Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Bombé Set Cluster Ring
    Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Bombé Set Cluster RingSold
  9. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Ruby & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  10. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Four Stone Opal & Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Four Stone Opal & Diamond RingSold
  11. Emerald ​& Diamond Art Deco Octagonal Ring
    Emerald ​& Diamond Art Deco Octagonal RingSold
  12. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Two Stone Diamond Crossover Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Two Stone Diamond Crossover RingSold
  13. French Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Octagonal Ring
    French Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Octagonal RingSold
  14. Early 20th Century Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Plaque Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Early 20th Century Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Plaque Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  15. Art Deco Platinum, Almandine Garnet & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Almandine Garnet & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  16. Edwardian Platinum, Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Feathered Ring
    Edwardian Platinum, Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Feathered RingSold
  17. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Three Stone Diamond Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Three Stone Diamond Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  18. French Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    French Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  19. Art Deco Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Rectangular Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Rectangular RingSold
  20. Edwardian Platinum Diamond Cluster Ring with Heart Shaped Motifs
    Edwardian Platinum Diamond Cluster Ring with Heart Shaped MotifsSold
  21. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  22. Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring with Split Diamond Set Shoulders
    Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring with Split Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  23. Edwardian 9ct Gold Heart Shaped Opal & Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 9ct Gold Heart Shaped Opal & Diamond RingSold
  24. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Platinum & Rose Diamond Snake Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Platinum & Rose Diamond Snake RingSold
  25. Edwardian Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian Diamond Cluster RingSold
  26. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire Solitaire Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire Solitaire RingSold
  27. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Square Ring set with a Ruby & Diamonds
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Square Ring set with a Ruby & DiamondsSold
  28. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Large Three Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Large Three Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond RingSold
  29. Victorian 18ct Gold, Burma Ruby Five Stone Carved Half Hoop Ring with Diamond Points
    Victorian 18ct Gold, Burma Ruby Five Stone Carved Half Hoop Ring with Diamond PointsSold
  30. Edwardian 18ct Gold Peridot & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Peridot & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  31. Edwardian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  32. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Diamond & Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Diamond & Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Cluster RingSold
  33. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire Wrap Over Design Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire Wrap Over Design RingSold
  34. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  35. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Five Stone Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Five Stone Diamond RingSold
  36. Edwardian 18ct gold & Platinum, Two Stone Diamond Twist Ring
    Edwardian 18ct gold & Platinum, Two Stone Diamond Twist 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 Mayfair 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. Our guide to engagement ring budgets →
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 or visit the showroom together, and we'll measure and size it within a few working days.

Any more questions? Contact Us