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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. French Art Deco Platinum, Diamond Set Bombé Cluster Ring
    French Art Deco Platinum, Diamond Set Bombé Cluster RingSold
  2. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Octagonal Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Octagonal RingSold
  3. Edwardian 18ct Gold Large Double Snake Ring set with a Sapphire & a Rose Diamond
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Large Double Snake Ring set with a Sapphire & a Rose DiamondSold
  4. Georgian 18ct Gold, Ruby & Rose Diamond Heart Ring
    Georgian 18ct Gold, Ruby & Rose Diamond Heart RingSold
  5. Georgian Sapphire & Diamond Ring
    Georgian Sapphire & Diamond RingSold
  6. Art Deco Platinum Large Oval Diamond Cluster Ring
    Art Deco Platinum Large Oval Diamond Cluster RingSold
  7. Georgian 18ct Gold & Silver Flower Ring set with an Emerald & Diamonds with Diamond Set Leaf Shoulders
    Georgian 18ct Gold & Silver Flower Ring set with an Emerald & Diamonds with Diamond Set Leaf ShouldersSold
  8. Edwardian 18ct Gold Emerald & Diamond Rectangular Cluster Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Emerald & Diamond Rectangular Cluster Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  9. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Five Stone Emerald & Diamond Boat Shaped Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Five Stone Emerald & Diamond Boat Shaped RingSold
  10. Edwardian 18ct Gold, Diamond & Sapphire Crossover Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold, Diamond & Sapphire Crossover RingSold
  11. Australian 19th Century 18ct Gold Fede Ring
    Australian 19th Century 18ct Gold Fede RingSold
  12. Art Deco Platinum Solitaire Diamond Ring with Wave Detail
    Art Deco Platinum Solitaire Diamond Ring with Wave DetailSold
  13. Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Target & Feather Style Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Target & Feather Style RingSold
  14. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Oval Diamond Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Oval Diamond RingSold
  15. Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Boat Shaped Ring
    Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Boat Shaped RingSold
  16. Edwardian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Triple Cluster Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Triple Cluster RingSold
  17. Art Deco Rectangular Wave Design Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Rectangular Wave Design Diamond RingSold
  18. Arts & Crafts 18ct Gold, Black Enamel & Moonstone Ring
    Arts & Crafts 18ct Gold, Black Enamel & Moonstone RingSold
  19. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Double Snake Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Double Snake RingSold
  20. Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond Set Shoulders
    Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Cluster Ring with Diamond Set ShouldersSold
  21. Victorian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring with Split Shoulders
    Victorian 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring with Split ShouldersSold
  22. Art Deco Platinum, Two Stone Diamond Ring with Leaf Detail
    Art Deco Platinum, Two Stone Diamond Ring with Leaf DetailSold
  23. Edwardian 18ct Gold Three Stone Cabochon Opal & Diamond Ring by Deakin & Francis
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Three Stone Cabochon Opal & Diamond Ring by Deakin & FrancisSold
  24. Victorian Ornate 18ct Gold Emerald & Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring
    Victorian Ornate 18ct Gold Emerald & Old Mine Cut Diamond RingSold
  25. Edwardian 18ct Gold Three Stone Sapphire & Diamond Carved Half Hoop Ring
    Edwardian 18ct Gold Three Stone Sapphire & Diamond Carved Half Hoop RingSold
  26. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Diamond Cluster RingSold
  27. Art Deco Platinum Pink Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Platinum Pink Sapphire & Baguette Diamond RingSold
  28. Art Deco Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Geometric Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Geometric RingSold
  29. French Art Deco Platinum & Solitaire Diamond Ring
    French Art Deco Platinum & Solitaire Diamond RingSold
  30. Georgian 18ct Gold, Diamond & Emerald Ring
    Georgian 18ct Gold, Diamond & Emerald RingSold
  31. Art Deco Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire Cluster Ring
    Art Deco Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire Cluster RingSold
  32. Regency 18ct Gold Regard Ring
    Regency 18ct Gold Regard RingSold
  33. Art Deco Ceylon Sapphire & Hexagonal Diamond Ring
    Art Deco Ceylon Sapphire & Hexagonal Diamond RingSold
  34. Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Black Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring
    Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum, Black Opal & Diamond Cluster RingSold
  35. Art Nouveau 14ct Gold Flower Ring set with a Sapphire & Diamonds
    Art Nouveau 14ct Gold Flower Ring set with a Sapphire & DiamondsSold
  36. Art Deco Platinum Large Diamond Fancy Marquise Ring
    Art Deco Platinum Large Diamond Fancy Marquise 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