Buy Antique Art Deco Engagement Rings Online

Antique Art Deco engagement rings offer a variety of interesting designs that are highly valued and are also in high demand. These rings reflect the growing optimism of the time period they were created in which saw technological advancements, an increase in social freedom and an exciting new era for art. Art Deco antique diamond rings can be great choices for engagement rings too. Worthy, an innovative pre-owned jewelry marketplace, can show you a wide array of antique Art Deco rings for sale. Our network spans far and wide, and we can provide you with some of the finest Art Deco jewelry. Best of all, you can conveniently browse our online platform from the comforts of home. 

Worthy has one of the best selections of antique Art Deco rings that you will find.  Unlike a traditional jewelry store, we work with sellers that are spread across the United States, so our inventory is larger and more diverse. This makes it easier for you to find the perfect Art Deco antique diamond rings. Our online auction platform is ergonomically designed, thereby allowing you to browse our inventory at your leisure.  

Once you find a ring you are interested in, all you need to do is place a bid on it.  There is no set bid price so you can choose whatever price you believe the item is worth.  Auctions will last for 5 days and at the end of that time period the seller will be presented with the highest bid.  If you placed the highest bid and the seller agrees, you simply need to make a payment within 7 days via wire transfer or business check. That’s how straightforward the auction process is at Worthy.

Due to regulations, your item will be held for a short period of time, and then it will be shipped for free to you with complimentary insurance.  Best of all, Worthy takes high definition photographs of our items and provides guaranteed descriptions so if there is a significant difference between your ring and its description you will receive a full refund.  Now that you know where to buy antique Art Deco engagement rings, you just need to decide on the design and style of the ring that you are after. We have plenty of variety on offer – feel free to browse at your convenience.

The Art Deco period began in the year 1915 and continued into the 1930s.  Most of the iconic styles were most popular between 1920 and 1930 thanks to a famous Art Deco exposition in Paris which was held in 1925.  However, the entire period ranges from 1915 to the mid-1930s.  The design features for Art Deco rings were eclectic, geometric and daring in some cases. These rings featured lines and geometric patterns based on natural shapes and themes. The 1920s and 1930s were an age of economic boom, the ‘Flapper’, exploration, travel and new discoveries. At the time the world was in a state of happiness and renewal which heavily influenced Art Deco designs. WWI was over and people were happy to be back at home with their families. Businesses boomed and the social culture reflected these new realities. 

The design of Art Deco rings has also been influenced by the Art Nouveau period and includes geometric designs with flowers, swirls or ribbon shapes.  Many different motifs can be seen in Art Deco rings which were inspired by increasing travel and interest in old cultures. The opening of King Tutankhamen’s tomb in the year 1922 was another big event which shaped the design of Art Deco rings. You will find that many antique Art Deco engagement rings have Asian, African, American Indian and Egyptian patterns, designs and symbols. Art Deco rings are bold and bright with striking metal work, large diamonds and colorful gemstones. These rings offer intricate, geometric and exotic patterns. Even to this day, art connoisseurs consider the Art Deco era to be a masterful period in history. 

During the Art Deco period, yellow gold lost its popularity while platinum, sterling silver and both 14kt and 18kt white gold gained traction. In addition, brilliant diamonds and colored gemstones were commonly used. Art Deco wedding rings were generally made with diamond solitaires that were surrounded by geometric metal designs or even other gemstones. On top of diamonds, other popular gemstones used in these rings included rubies, black onyx, jade, sapphires and emeralds. Mother-of-pearl and crystal were also used in many antique Art Deco engagement rings.   

One of the most popular types of gem settings was the channel setting.  Diamond rings from the Art Deco period were commonly made with stones that were cut to have large top table facets.  In addition, emerald cuts, triangle cuts and baguettes were regularly used but it is also possible to find older, more traditional cuts in Art Deco rings are well.  These traditional cuts are less brilliant but generally have a warmer look.  As you can see, there are many different Art Deco designs and styles to choose from and finding the perfect antique Art Deco rings at Worthy could not be any easier.

Throughout the process of choosing your Art Deco engagement ring, you will have peace of mind with Worthy. Our auction platform is guaranteed secure and you can count on us to facilitate safe transactions every time. Once you have won your bid and paid for your ring, we will send your jewelry to you as an insured parcel. Our professional and courteous customer support staff is standing by to assist you with any questions or queries you have. At Worthy, our clients are always our number one priority.