It is possible to say that since there are men, there are rings. Thus there are all types of ancient rings: simple ring or complicated work, ring of mourning or promises of love, gold, simple metal, hair or elephant hair, secret or claim, the ring is a jewel that is worn easily and is shown in all environments, at all times. It is worn alone or combined with others, on one, two or three fingers. Sometimes even on each finger. Men are not left out: old rings of small finger as the signet ring, which was used to affix his seal; rings of bishop, because yes: the ring can be religious. Memento Mori rings to remember the loved one, to contemplate the emptiness of his existence.
As you can see, there are antique rings for everyone. It is up to you to find the one(s) that suits you best.
Emerald and diamond flower ring in 18 karat (750) rose gold. Antique cluster ring, with a central emerald surrounded by six old-mine cut diamonds. The ring is openwork, and the shoulders are formed by two strands of gold. The emerald shows no wear. Antique ring, Napoleon III, circa 1880.
Owl hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Circular diamond ring in platinum and 18 karat rose gold. Ring set with a central flat Dutch rose-cut diamond. The diamond is raised by eight prongs and surrounded by 12 rose-cut diamonds on a platinum setting. Antique ring, late Art Deco, early Retro period, France, Lyon.
Marked with an eagle’s head and the goldsmith’s mark of Rénart François (active in Lyon from 1934).
Finger size: 60 EU or 9 US (can be changed)
Tray size: 14 x 14 mm
Estimated weight of the central diamond: 0.05 ct
Estimated weight of the diamonds: 0.30 ct
Art Deco sapphire ring in 18 karat gold and platinum. Oval marquise-shaped ring with an old mine cut diamond in its center, surrounded by four navette-cut synthetic sapphires. The top of the ring is set with 18 rose-cut diamonds. Antique ring, Art Deco, circa 1920-1930, France.
Eagle head and dog head hallmarks (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold), goldsmith’s hallmark illegible.
Finger size: 55 EU or 7.25 US (can be resized).
Note: the ring has been rhodium-plated to restore its lustre.
Condition: chips and scratches from use
Art Deco garnet ring in 14 karat (585) white gold. Ring with a colourless stone (goshenite), framed by two round rose-coloured garnets. The ring is decorated with scrolls and pearl motifs. Antique ring, circa 1920/1930.
Shell hallmark (French State hallmark for 14 karat gold)
Finger size: 59 or 8.75 US (can be changed)
Estimated weight of the goshenite: 0.40 carat
Total estimated weight of garnets: 0.46 carat
Belle Epoque silver diamond ring (925). Antique marquise ring with a purple paste glass. The marquise is decorated with foliage surrounding the central stone and set with nine rose-cut diamonds. Late Victorian ring, circa 1890.
Art Deco diamonds ruby ring in 18-karat white gold (750). Ring set with 13 rose-cut diamonds and two small round rubies. The central diamond is an old cut and weighs approximately 0.05 carats. The structure of the ring is openwork. Art Deco ring, circa 1930, France.
Partially stamped eagle hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Finger size: 57 EU or 7.75 US (resizeable)
Maximum width of the ring: 12 mm
Estimated weight of diamonds: 0.19 carat
Estimated weight of rubies: 0.02 carat
Antique Toi et Moi diamond ring in 18 karat (750) yellow gold and platinum. Antique “Toi et moi” ring whose ends are finished in volutes with old-cut diamonds of 0.10 carat each. The ring is set with 10 rose-cut diamonds and two old-cut diamonds in a platinum setting. Belle Epoque ring, circa 1900, France.
Partially erased eagle head (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and numbering inside the ring.
Finger size: 59 UE or 8.75 US (can be resized)
Ring head dimensions: 19 x 7 mm
Estimated weight of main diamonds: 0.10 carat each
Estimated total diamond weight: 0.25 carat
Art Nouveau MC signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold (750). Antique ring with a relief decoration on the entire ring, depicting two winged figures, one with angel wings, the other with bat wings. They support a coat of arms inscribed with the numeral (or monogram) “MC” in raised letters. The rest of the ring is formed by the body of a snake. The ring features alternating textures of polished and picté gold. Antique ring, late Art Nouveau circa 1910, France.
Eagle head hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold) and goldsmith’s hallmark.
Finger size: 55 EU or 7.25 US (small sizing possible)
Max. ring size: 14 mm
Condition: old change of size visible, usual gold wears.
Victorian solitaire rose-cut diamond ring in 18 karat yellow gold (750). French Victorian solitaire ring, centered on a Dutch rose-cut diamond (faceted above, flat below). The diamond is set with eight prongs and the inside of the setting is enameled black. The central diamond weighs approximately 0.40 carat. The shoulders of the ring are delicately decorated. Antique ring, circa 1860.
Antique secret signet ring in 18 karat (750) rose gold. Antique wedding ring monogrammed “FD”. The ring opens under the bezel, revealing a secret compartment that can conceal a sentimental element (a flower, a lock of hair, for example). The inside of the ring is engraved with the words “V. Decondé et F. Destrée unis le 6 juin 1855”, the date of union of the two engaged couples. Antique ring for men. The ring is decorated with rinceaux in relief. Antique secret wedding ring, 1855, France.
Eagle head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold), “FD fourmi” goldsmith’s hallmark.
Finger circumference: 65 UE or 11 US (possible resizing)
Retro opal ring in 14 karat (750) rose gold. Vintage ring centered on a cabochon-cut opal in an openwork gold bezel decorated with scrolls. The opal is translucent, with a beautiful play of colors in green, blue, red, orange and yellow. Vintage ring, circa 1950.
14k mark inside the ring, shell hallmark.
Finger circumference: 51 EU or 5.5 US (possible sizing)