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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 & Diamond Double Snake Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Diamond Double Snake RingSold
  2. Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring
    Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone RingSold
  3. Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  4. Edwardian Topaz & Diamond Marquise Ring
    Edwardian Topaz & Diamond Marquise RingSold
  5. French 19th Century 18ct Gold Double Snake Ring with Diamond Eyes
    French 19th Century 18ct Gold Double Snake Ring with Diamond EyesSold
  6. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Two Stone Diamond Twist Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Two Stone Diamond Twist RingSold
  7. Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Single Stone Ring
    Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Single Stone RingSold
  8. Victorian 18ct Gold Marquise Shaped Diamond Ring set with a Large Marquise Diamond
    Victorian 18ct Gold Marquise Shaped Diamond Ring set with a Large Marquise DiamondSold
  9. 18ct Gold, Diamond & Heart Shaped Ceylon Sapphire Ring
    18ct Gold, Diamond & Heart Shaped Ceylon Sapphire RingSold
  10. 18ct Gold, Large Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    18ct Gold, Large Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  11. Victorian 18ct Gold, Marquise Shaped Diamond Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold, Marquise Shaped Diamond RingSold
  12. Victorian Five Stone Diamond Ring
    Victorian Five Stone Diamond RingSold
  13. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  14. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  15. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring with Three Stone Diamond Shoulders
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring with Three Stone Diamond ShouldersSold
  16. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum,Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum,Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  17. Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Oval Geometric Style Ring
    Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Oval Geometric Style RingSold
  18. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Emerald & Diamond Rectangular Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Emerald & Diamond Rectangular RingSold
  19. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Target Ring Set With Sapphires & Diamonds
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Target Ring Set With Sapphires & DiamondsSold
  20. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Pink Tourmaline & Rose Diamond Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Pink Tourmaline & Rose Diamond Cluster RingSold
  21. Edwardian 18ct Gold Cluster Ring set with Green Garnets & Diamonds
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Cluster Ring set with Green Garnets & DiamondsSold
  22. Early 20th Century Platinum, Flower Cluster Ring set with Sapphires & Diamonds
    Early 20th Century Platinum, Flower Cluster Ring set with Sapphires & DiamondsSold
  23. Edwardian 18ct White Gold Three Row Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct White Gold Three Row Diamond RingSold
  24. French Import Early 20th Century, 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Rose Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    French Import Early 20th Century, 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Rose Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  25. Georgian 15ct Gold & Silver Two Row Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
    Georgian 15ct Gold & Silver Two Row Old Mine Cut Diamond RingSold
  26. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Knot Ring set with Three Diamonds
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Knot Ring set with Three DiamondsSold
  27. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Solitaire Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Solitaire RingSold
  28. Swedish Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Leopard's Mask Ring set with a Diamond
    Swedish Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Leopard's Mask Ring set with a DiamondSold
  29. Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Diamond Octagonal Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Diamond Octagonal RingSold
  30. Early 20th Century 18ct White Gold & Platinum Solitaire Diamond Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct White Gold & Platinum Solitaire Diamond RingSold
  31. Ceylon Sapphire, Platinum & Diamond Ring
    Ceylon Sapphire, Platinum & Diamond RingSold
  32. Victorian 18ct Three Stone Cabochon Opal & Diamond Ring
    Victorian 18ct Three Stone Cabochon Opal & Diamond RingSold
  33. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Emerald & Diamond Rectangular Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Emerald & Diamond Rectangular RingSold
  34. Victorian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Five Stone RingSold
  35. Victorian Double Heart Ring set with a Sapphire, Ruby & Diamonds
    Victorian Double Heart Ring set with a Sapphire, Ruby & DiamondsSold
  36. Victorian 18ct Gold, Emerald & Diamond Carved Half Hoop Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold, Emerald & Diamond Carved Half Hoop 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