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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, Solitaire Diamond Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco Platinum, Solitaire Diamond Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  2. Art Deco Platinum Large Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum Large Cabochon Emerald & Diamond RingSold
  3. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  4. Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Crossover Ring
    Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Crossover RingSold
  5. French Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire Sunburst Ring
    French Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire Sunburst RingSold
  6. Victorian 18ct Gold, Five Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond Boat Shaped Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold, Five Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond Boat Shaped RingSold
  7. Victorian 18ct Gold & Diamond Cluster Ring with Black Enamel
    Victorian 18ct Gold & Diamond Cluster Ring with Black EnamelSold
  8. Victorian 18ct Gold & Diamond Large Cluster Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold & Diamond Large Cluster RingSold
  9. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond set Shoulders
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Solitaire Ring with Diamond set ShouldersSold
  10. Art Deco 18ct White Gold Target Ring set with Diamonds & Calibre Sapphires
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold Target Ring set with Diamonds & Calibre SapphiresSold
  11. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Ring set with a Yellow Sapphire
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Ring set with a Yellow SapphireSold
  12. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  13. Victorian 18ct Gold Three Stone Sapphire & Diamond Carved Half Hoop Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold Three Stone Sapphire & Diamond Carved Half Hoop RingSold
  14. Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster RingSold
  15. Victorian 18ct Gold Emerald & Diamond Three Stone Carved Half Hoop Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold Emerald & Diamond Three Stone Carved Half Hoop RingSold
  16. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Daisy Cluster RingSold
  17. Georgian Diamond Cluster Ring
    Georgian Diamond Cluster RingSold
  18. Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum Target Ring set with Calibre Sapphires & Diamonds
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum Target Ring set with Calibre Sapphires & DiamondsSold
  19. Art Deco Platinum, Aquamarine & Rose Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Aquamarine & Rose Diamond RingSold
  20. Edwardian 18ct Gold and Platinum Diamond Three Stone Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold and Platinum Diamond Three Stone RingSold
  21. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Aquamarine & Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Aquamarine & Old Mine Cut Diamond RingSold
  22. Art Deco Platinum, Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond Shoulders
    Art Deco Platinum, Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond ShouldersSold
  23. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Madeira Citrine & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Madeira Citrine & Diamond RingSold
  24. Art Deco Platinum, Zircon & Diamond Large Cluster Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Zircon & Diamond Large Cluster RingSold
  25. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Interwoven Ribbon Design Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Interwoven Ribbon Design RingSold
  26. Art Deco Platinum Three Stone Emerald & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum Three Stone Emerald & Diamond RingSold
  27. Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Amethyst & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Amethyst & Diamond RingSold
  28. Art Deco Two Stone Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Two Stone Diamond RingSold
  29. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Green Garnet, Diamond & Natural Pearl Flower Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Green Garnet, Diamond & Natural Pearl Flower Cluster RingSold
  30. Diamond Edwardian Cluster Ring
    Diamond Edwardian Cluster RingSold
  31. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  32. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Daisy Cluster RingSold
  33. Art Deco Platinum Daisy Cluster Ring set with Diamonds
    Art Deco Platinum Daisy Cluster Ring set with DiamondsSold
  34. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Colombian Emerald & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Colombian Emerald & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  35. French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Ring with Two Bows
    French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Ring with Two BowsSold
  36. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Colour Change Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Colour Change Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone 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