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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. Art Deco Platinum, Flower Ring set with a Diamond with Sapphire Petals
    Art Deco Platinum, Flower Ring set with a Diamond with Sapphire PetalsSold
  2. Early 20th Century 18ct & Platinum, Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond set Shoulders
    Early 20th Century 18ct & Platinum, Old Mine Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond set ShouldersSold
  3. Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  4. Early 20th Century 14ct Gold & Platinum Giardinetti Ring
    Early 20th Century 14ct Gold & Platinum Giardinetti RingSold
  5. Edwardian Platinum & Diamond Cluster Ring with Openwork Detail and a Rose Diamond Border
    Edwardian Platinum & Diamond Cluster Ring with Openwork Detail and a Rose Diamond BorderSold
  6. Edwardian 18ct Gold Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Diamond Triple Cluster RingSold
  7. Edwardian 15ct Gold & Platinum, Citrine & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 15ct Gold & Platinum, Citrine & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  8. Georgian 15ct Gold, Emerald & Rose Diamond Rectangular Design Ring
    Georgian 15ct Gold, Emerald & Rose Diamond Rectangular Design RingSold
  9. French Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    French Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  10. Sapphire & Rose Diamond Georgian Ring
    Sapphire & Rose Diamond Georgian RingSold
  11. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster RingSold
  12. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Opal & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  13. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum & Diamond Ring set with an Alexandrite
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum & Diamond Ring set with an AlexandriteSold
  14. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Amethyst & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Amethyst & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  15. Art Deco Platinum, Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  16. 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Figure of Eight Ring
    18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Figure of Eight RingSold
  17. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Platinum & Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Platinum & Diamond RingSold
  18. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  19. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire & Rose Diamond Triple Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire & Rose Diamond Triple RingSold
  20. Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Geometric Flower Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Geometric Flower RingSold
  21. Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  22. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Green Garnet & Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Green Garnet & Diamond RingSold
  23. Art Deco Platinum, Aquamarine Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco Platinum, Aquamarine Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  24. Art Deco 14ct White Gold, Onyx & Diamond Geometric Ring
    Art Deco 14ct White Gold, Onyx & Diamond Geometric RingSold
  25. French 18ct Belle Epoque Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring
    French 18ct Belle Epoque Emerald & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  26. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Five Stone Diamond Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Five Stone Diamond RingSold
  27. Early 20th Century Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring
    Early 20th Century Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone RingSold
  28. Regency 18ct Gold Ring Spelling Dearest
    Regency 18ct Gold Ring Spelling DearestSold
  29. Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Double Heart Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Double Heart RingSold
  30. Edwardian 15ct Gold & Platinum Marquise Shaped Ring set with Diamonds
    Edwardian 15ct Gold & Platinum Marquise Shaped Ring set with DiamondsSold
  31. Victorian 18ct Gold Three Stone Diamond Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold Three Stone Diamond RingSold
  32. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Onyx & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Onyx & Diamond RingSold
  33. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Diamond Lover's Knot Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Diamond Lover's Knot RingSold
  34. Victorian 18ct Gold, Five Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold, Five Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond RingSold
  35. Victorian 18ct Gold Double Heart Ring set with a Ruby, Sapphire & Diamonds
    Victorian 18ct Gold Double Heart Ring set with a Ruby, Sapphire & DiamondsSold
  36. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Orange Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Orange Sapphire and 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