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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. Edwardian 18ct Gold Keeper Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Keeper RingSold
  3. Early 20th Century Platinum Bombè Diamond Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century Platinum Bombè Diamond Cluster RingSold
  4. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone RingSold
  5. French Import 18ct Gold & Platinum Art Nouveau Two Stone Diamond Ring
    French Import 18ct Gold & Platinum Art Nouveau Two Stone Diamond RingSold
  6. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Three Stone RingSold
  7. Early 20th Century 18ct White Gold, Cabochon Cut Star Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct White Gold, Cabochon Cut Star Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  8. 18ct Gold Seven Row Harem Ring set with Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds & Rose Diamonds
    18ct Gold Seven Row Harem Ring set with Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds & Rose DiamondsSold
  9. Edwardian 18ct & Platinum Parti Sapphire Oval Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct & Platinum Parti Sapphire Oval Cluster RingSold
  10. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Aquamarine & Diamond Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Aquamarine & Diamond RingSold
  11. Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum & Diamond RingSold
  12. Art Nouveau 18ct Gold, Platinum & Diamond Ring
    Art Nouveau 18ct Gold, Platinum & Diamond RingSold
  13. Art Deco Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Rollover Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Rollover RingSold
  14. Edwardian 18ct Gold Keeper Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Keeper RingSold
  15. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Oval Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Oval RingSold
  16. 18ct Gold Trinity Solitaire Ring set with a 1.30 Carat Diamond by Cartier
    18ct Gold Trinity Solitaire Ring set with a 1.30 Carat Diamond by CartierSold
  17. Early 19th Century 15ct Gold Regard Ring
    Early 19th Century 15ct Gold Regard RingSold
  18. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Burma Ruby & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Burma Ruby & Diamond Oval Cluster RingSold
  19. Early 20th Century 14ct Gold, Diamond & Ruby Cluster Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Early 20th Century 14ct Gold, Diamond & Ruby Cluster Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  20. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Target Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Target Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  21. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Plaque Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Ruby & Diamond Plaque RingSold
  22. Art Deco 18ct Gold Large Cabochon Sapphire Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Art Deco 18ct Gold Large Cabochon Sapphire Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  23. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Jade & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Jade & Diamond RingSold
  24. Art Deco Platinum & 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Art Deco Platinum & 18ct Gold, Sapphire & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  25. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Large Yellow Sapphire Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Large Yellow Sapphire RingSold
  26. Victorian 18ct Gold Ring set with a Sapphire
    Victorian 18ct Gold Ring set with a SapphireSold
  27. Art Deco Platinum Target Ring Set With Diamonds & Sapphires
    Art Deco Platinum Target Ring Set With Diamonds & SapphiresSold
  28. Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Fire Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold, Fire Opal & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  29. Edwardian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Crossover Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Sapphire & Diamond Crossover RingSold
  30. Art Deco 14ct Gold & Platinum Ring
    Art Deco 14ct Gold & Platinum RingSold
  31. Edwardian 18ct Gold Three Stone Ruby & Diamond Carved Half Hoop Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Three Stone Ruby & Diamond Carved Half Hoop RingSold
  32. Art Deco Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire RingSold
  33. Art Deco Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  34. Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond Solitaire Ring
    Victorian 18ct Gold Diamond Solitaire RingSold
  35. Art Deco 18ct Gold and Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Target Ring with Scalloped Surround
    Art Deco 18ct Gold and Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Target Ring with Scalloped SurroundSold
  36. Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum, Diamond 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