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Vintage Unusual Engagement Rings

Stand out from the crowd with our collection of antique unusual rings. From bold Art Deco designs to whimsical nature-inspired pieces, our vintage rings are perfect for those who crave the unique and extraordinary.

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Art Deco Platinum Ruby & Diamond Ring$8,850
Victorian 18ct Gold, Ruby & Diamond Two Row Ring$4,800
Victorian 18ct Gold Lover's Knot Ring$2,500
Art Deco 18ct White Gold Ring set with a 10 Carat Yellow Sapphire with Rose Diamond Shoulders$16,400
Art Deco Platinum Ring set with Principal Diamond Surrounded by Diamonds & Calibre Rubies$8,850
Art Deco Platinum, Rectangular Sapphire Ring with Baguette Diamond Shoulders$7,450
Art Deco French 18ct Gold, Aquamarine & Ruby Ring$4,800
Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Opal & Diamond Diamond Shaped Ring$4,800
Edwardian 18ct Gold & Platinum Diamond Shaped Ring set with a Diamond & Calibré Rubies$8,850
Swedish Art Deco 18ct White Gold Ring set with a Sapphire & Baguette Diamonds$8,850
Georgian Three Row Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring$16,400
Art Nouveau 18ct Gold & Platinum Diamond Flower Ring$5,600
Art Deco Platinum Ring set with a Sugar Loaf Sapphire & Diamonds$10,850
Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum, Emerald & Diamond Ornate Ring$8,850
Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Ring set with a Diamond$3,750
Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Geometric Ring set with Sapphires & Diamonds$4,300
Early 20th Century Platinum Ring set with a Cabochon Ruby & Rose Diamonds$11,500
Georgian 15ct Gold & Silver, Three Row Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring$4,300
Georgian Giardinetti Ring$5,600
Early 20th Century Platinum Ring set with a Large Ceylon Sapphire & Diamonds$34,750
Art Deco French 18ct White Gold Ring set with Diamonds with a Border of Calibre Sapphires$8,850
Art Deco Platinum Green Tourmaline & Diamond Ring$5,600
French Import 18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Nouveau Double Flower Ring set with Rubies & Diamonds$9,150
Edwardian 18ct Gold Knot Ring set with Three Diamonds$2,600
Edwardian 18ct Gold, Two Stone Cabochon Opal & Diamond Ring$2,500
Georgian 18ct Gold, Emerald & Diamond Seven Stone Ring$4,800
Art Deco Platinum, Hexagonal Emerald & Diamond Ring$4,950
Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum Oval Cluster Ring set with Diamonds & a Sapphire$6,100
Victorian 18ct Gold, Heart Shaped Ruby & Diamond Three Stone Ring$8,850
Art Deco 18ct White Gold & Platinum Geometric Ring set with Sapphires & Diamonds$6,100
Early Victorian 15ct Gold Ring set with Four Aquamarines & Small Emeralds$2,500
French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold Ring with Two Figures set with a Pink Tourmaline$7,450
Art Deco Platinum Rectangular Cut Sapphire & Diamond, Diamond Shaped Ring$10,850
Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Ring set with a Sapphire with Diamonds Around the Shank$4,300
Georgian 15ct Gold & Silver, Two Row Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring$6,900
French Art Nouveau 18ct Gold & Diamond Three Leaf Clover Ring$1,700

What is an antique engagement ring?

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.

What is a vintage engagement ring?

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.

Are all of your engagement rings original?

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.

What condition are your engagement rings in?

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 London showroom.

Are your engagement rings conflict-free?

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 →

How much should I spend on an engagement ring?

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.

What are your most popular engagement ring styles and stones?

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. Old-cut diamonds have a softer, warmer sparkle than modern brilliants; they were cut to glow by candlelight.

What are your most popular engagement ring eras?

Victorian (1839–1901), Edwardian (1901–1914) and Art Deco (1920–1935) — a golden age for jewelry, 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. Each has its own character: Victorian rings are romantic and richly colored, Edwardian rings are delicate platinum lacework, and Art Deco rings are all clean lines and bold geometry.

Can antique engagement rings be re-sized, and how do I find the right size?

Almost all of them, yes — and your first sizing is free, carried out by one of the best jewelers 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 and we'll size it and return it within a few working days.

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