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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, Emerald & Baguette Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Emerald & Baguette Diamond RingSold
  2. Art Deco Platinum, Large Three Stone Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Large Three Stone Cushion Cut Diamond RingSold
  3. Platinum Art Deco Zircon & Diamond Ring by Birks of Canada
    Platinum Art Deco Zircon & Diamond Ring by Birks of CanadaSold
  4. Fancy Champagne Diamond Cluster Ring
    Fancy Champagne Diamond Cluster RingSold
  5. Art Deco Three Stone Diamond Cluster Ring
    Art Deco Three Stone Diamond Cluster RingSold
  6. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Geometric Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Geometric RingSold
  7. Art Deco 18ct Gold Cabochon Sapphire Rub Over Set Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold Cabochon Sapphire Rub Over Set RingSold
  8. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Rose de France Amethyst & Rose Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Rose de France Amethyst & Rose Diamond RingSold
  9. Georgian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Rose Diamond Ring
    Georgian 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Rose Diamond RingSold
  10. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Fan Shaped Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Fan Shaped Diamond RingSold
  11. Early 20th Century Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring with Tiny Sapphire Points
    Early 20th Century Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring with Tiny Sapphire PointsSold
  12. Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster RingSold
  13. Early 20th Century 14ct Gold Snake Ring with a Diamond in it's Head & Emerald Eyes
    Early 20th Century 14ct Gold Snake Ring with a Diamond in it's Head & Emerald EyesSold
  14. Georgian Five Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
    Georgian Five Stone Old Mine Cut Diamond RingSold
  15. Edwardian 18ct Gold Ring set with a Two Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Ring set with a Two Carat Old Mine Cut DiamondSold
  16. Art Deco Diamond Marquise Ring set with a Central Fancy Peach Diamond
    Art Deco Diamond Marquise Ring set with a Central Fancy Peach DiamondSold
  17. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Chrysolite, Diamond & Ruby Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Chrysolite, Diamond & Ruby RingSold
  18. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Diamond Three Stone Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Diamond Three Stone RingSold
  19. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Emerald & Diamond Step Cut Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Emerald & Diamond Step Cut RingSold
  20. Edwardian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond set Shoulders
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond set ShouldersSold
  21. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Diamond Cluster RingSold
  22. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Fleur de Lys Ring set with Diamonds
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Fleur de Lys Ring set with DiamondsSold
  23. Art Deco 18ct Gold, Platinum, Octagonal Shaped Emerald & Diamond Target Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold, Platinum, Octagonal Shaped Emerald & Diamond Target RingSold
  24. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Ruby & Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Ruby & Diamond Triple Cluster RingSold
  25. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Cluster Ring set with 1 Carat Diamond
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Cluster Ring set with 1 Carat DiamondSold
  26. Art Deco Platinum, Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  27. Georgian Five Stone Diamond Ring
    Georgian Five Stone Diamond RingSold
  28. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Cabochon Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Cabochon Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  29. Georgian 15ct Gold, Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
    Georgian 15ct Gold, Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster RingSold
  30. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Amethyst & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Amethyst & Diamond RingSold
  31. Art Deco 14ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond & Emerald Target Ring
    Art Deco 14ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond & Emerald Target RingSold
  32. Art Deco Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Square Ring
    Art Deco Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Square RingSold
  33. Art Deco 18ct Gold, Double Row Pink Sapphire Half Eternity Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold, Double Row Pink Sapphire Half Eternity RingSold
  34. 18ct Gold Two Row Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring Circa 1840
    18ct Gold Two Row Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring Circa 1840Sold
  35. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Rectangular Ring With Diamond Shoulders
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Rectangular Ring With Diamond ShouldersSold
  36. Art Deco 18ct Gold, Colombian Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold, Colombian Emerald & Diamond Cluster 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