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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
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  2. Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  3. Art Deco Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Open Cluster Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Open Cluster RingSold
  4. Edwardian 18ct & Platinum, Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct & Platinum, Diamond Daisy Cluster RingSold
  5. Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  6. Early 20th Century 14ct White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring With Diamond Shoulders
    Early 20th Century 14ct White Gold Diamond Cluster Ring With Diamond ShouldersSold
  7. Art Deco Solitaire Ring With Diamond Shoulders
    Art Deco Solitaire Ring With Diamond ShouldersSold
  8. 18ct Gold & Platinum Burma Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    18ct Gold & Platinum Burma Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  9. Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  10. Art Deco Platinum Two Stone Diamond Crossover Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco Platinum Two Stone Diamond Crossover Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  11. Art Deco Platinum, Old Mine Cut Diamond & Calibre Cut Sapphire Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Old Mine Cut Diamond & Calibre Cut Sapphire RingSold
  12. Art Deco Platinum Ring set with an Asscher Cut Diamond with Step Cut Shoulders set with Baguette Cut Diamonds
    Art Deco Platinum Ring set with an Asscher Cut Diamond with Step Cut Shoulders set with Baguette Cut DiamondsSold
  13. Art Deco Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Bow Ring
    Art Deco Platinum Diamond & Sapphire Bow RingSold
  14. French 18ct Gold Bombe Ring with Pave Set Diamonds
    French 18ct Gold Bombe Ring with Pave Set DiamondsSold
  15. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  16. Georgian 18ct Gold & Silver Emerald & Diamond Ring
    Georgian 18ct Gold & Silver Emerald & Diamond RingSold
  17. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond & Emerald Target Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond & Emerald Target RingSold
  18. Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Boat Shaped Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Boat Shaped RingSold
  19. Art Deco Platinum & Three Stone Diamond Ring Within a Geometric Setting
    Art Deco Platinum & Three Stone Diamond Ring Within a Geometric SettingSold
  20. 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
  21. Victorian 18ct Gold & Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond Shoulders
    Victorian 18ct Gold & Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond ShouldersSold
  22. Edwardian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  23. Art Deco Platinum, Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Cabochon Emerald & Diamond RingSold
  24. Edwardian 18ct Gold Keeper Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Keeper RingSold
  25. Early 20th Century Platinum, Red Spinel Solitaire Ring with Diamond set Shoulders
    Early 20th Century Platinum, Red Spinel Solitaire Ring with Diamond set ShouldersSold
  26. Art Deco Platinum Ring set with a Rectangular Cut Sapphire & Baguette & Square Cut Diamonds
    Art Deco Platinum Ring set with a Rectangular Cut Sapphire & Baguette & Square Cut DiamondsSold
  27. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Three Stone Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Three Stone Diamond RingSold
  28. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Star Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Star Ruby & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  29. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  30. Victorian 12ct Gold, Large Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring
    Victorian 12ct Gold, Large Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire RingSold
  31. Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring set with an Old Mine Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond
    Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring set with an Old Mine Cut Fancy Yellow DiamondSold
  32. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Natural Pearl, Ruby & Rose Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Natural Pearl, Ruby & Rose Diamond Cluster RingSold
  33. 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring
    18ct White Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone RingSold
  34. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Columbian Emerald & Diamond Rectangular Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Columbian Emerald & Diamond Rectangular Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  35. Art Deco Iridium & Platinum Hexagonal Ring set with Diamonds
    Art Deco Iridium & Platinum Hexagonal Ring set with DiamondsSold
  36. Edwardian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
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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