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.
Pink sapphire antique ring in 18 karat gold (750). Antique ring with a large natural oval pink sapphire, approx. 0.78 carat. The color of pink sapphire is due to its chromium content, which gives it a beautiful intense hue. The ring is decorated with fine scrolls partially erased by the patina of time. Antique ring, 19th century.
Owl hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold).
Finger size: 49 UE or 4.75 US (can be changed)
Plate width: 10 mm
Condition: worn patina, slightly deformed ring
Weight : 3.53 gr
Learn more about colored sapphires: Blue sapphire is one of the most prized gemstones in the world, but few people know about the existence of colored sapphires such as green sapphire, pink sapphire, yellow sapphire, and purple sapphire, or even the pink-orange sapphire, also known as “padparadscha,” which is particularly sought after for its rarity. Specifically, pink sapphire is a gem of rare beauty. The intensity of its pink color varies depending on the amount of chromium present in the stone. Like other corundums, pink sapphire has a hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale.
Art Deco sapphire platinum ring in 18 karat white gold and platinum. Antique ring with four-lobed bezel, set with a 0.08-carat old-cut diamond in the center. The top is decorated with eight navette-cut (synthetic) sapphires and eight rose-cut diamonds. The settings are finely beaded. Art deco ring, circa 1930, France.
Eagle head hallmark and dog head hallmark (French State hallmarks for 18 karat gold and platinum).
Gold signet secret ring in 18 karat gold. Opening secret ring, decorated on the plate with the letter J in calligraphy. The ring opens to reveal a secret compartment that can conceal a photo or souvenir. The shoulders of the ring are delicately decorated with a ribbon motif. Antique sentiment ring, late 19th century. Owl hallmarks (18k gold)
Finger size: 52 EU or 6 US (can be changed)
Tray dimensions: 13 x 11 mm
Inner cavity dimensions: 11 x 8 mm
Condition: slight wear scratches, compartment closes well
Art Deco pearl ring in 18 karat white gold. Art Deco ring with a large flat base pearl, or mabe pearl. The shoulders of the ring are decorated with fine stylized leaves and set with four old-cut diamonds. The pearl has a beautiful luster. Art Deco ring, circa 1930.
Owl hallmark (french State hallmark for 18 karat gold).
Diamond line ring 0.52 ct in 14 karat yellow gold and platinum. Line ring set with five old-cut diamonds in a platinum setting. Antique ring, circa 1930, foreign work.
Gold Interchangeable rings in 14 karat rose gold. This ring is composed of a ring set with two lines of nine single-cut diamonds, into the center of which another ring can be slipped. Four rings are available, all set with seven stones: emeralds, rubies, sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds. Ring from the ’60s.
Clover hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Finger size: 56 EU or 7.5 US (no sizing possible)
Base ring estimated diamond weight: 0.18 carat
Ring 1 estimated emerald weight: 0.14 carat
Ring 2 estimated diamond weight: 0.21 carat
Ring 3 estimated ruby weight: 0.14 carat
Ring 4 estimated sapphire weight: 0.14 carat
Antique bloodstone signet ring in 9 karat gold. The ring is centered on a plate of blood jasper (heliotrope jasper) in a prong setting. The ring head is decorated with a frieze of chased crosses, the shoulders feature a diamond-shaped motif, and the band shows traces of former motifs that have now been erased. Signet ring, for men or women, 19th century foreign work.
Trefoil hallmark and illegible hallmark.
Finger size: 57 EU or 8 US (can be changed)
Ring head dimensions: 14 x 14 mm
Condition: decoration partially faded by time, wears
Weight : 4.90 gr
Gemological Point : Bloodstone, also known as “martyr’s stone” or “heliotrope jasper,” is a dark green jasper. Its distinctive feature is the presence of red spots of iron oxide (inclusions). It is called “bloodstone” or “martyr’s stone” because its red inclusions resemble drops of blood. This is why bloodstone has often been used to create religious jewelry, such as crosses, in reference to the suffering of Christ.
Fannière Frères angel ring in 18 karat gold and silver. Antique ring with charming decoration, depicting an angel holding a ribbon. The angel is in silver, mounted on a gold ring soberly decorated with fine striations. The ring is signed on the inside. Ring made by the Frères Fannière, famous 19th-century silversmiths, circa 1870, France.
Fannières Frères signature, trace of eagle-head hallmark.
More information : The company was founded in 1839 by François-Auguste Fannière (1818-1900) and François-Joseph-Louis Fannière (1820-1897), nephews and students of goldsmith Fauconnier. At once designers, sculptors, chiselers and manufacturers, they worked for leading Paris silversmiths such as Baugrand, Duron, Wiese, Odiot, Froment-Meurice and Christofle, then under their own name from 1862. The company was taken over in 1900 by François-Joseph-Louis Fannière’s son, then by Fernand Poisson. Few pieces of jewelry have survived.
Square Retro ring in 18 karat rose gold. Ring with a green stone (imitation stone called garnet/glass doublet). The top is decorated with a rope motif typical of 1940s jewelry, which drew much of its inspiration from passementerie. The shoulders of the ring are adorned with knots and sliders. Ring for men or women, circa 1940.
Owl hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Finger circumference: 51 EU or 5.5 US (can be resized)
Sapphire pearl cocktail ring in 18 karat (750) yellow gold. Cocktail ring centered on a 9 mm-diameter flat-bottomed pearl surrounded by 14 natural blue round sapphires. The ring has a large openwork basket 8 mm high. Retro ring, circa 1940.
Owl hallmark (french state hallmark for 18 karat gold)
Finger circumference: 55 UE or 7.25 (can be changed)
Ring head diameter: 16 mm Basket height: 12 mm (with pearl); 8 mm (without pearl)
Edwardian opal diamond ring in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. Antique ring with a large oval cabochon-cut precious opal. The opal is surrounded by 25 rose-cut diamonds in a platinum setting. The shoulders of the ring are decorated with stylized leaves in platinum. The opal is translucent and has a beautiful play of blue, green, yellow and orange colors. Antique ring, Edwardian period, circa 1920, France.
Eagle head hallmark (French state hallmark for 18 karat gold).
Finger size: 55 UE or 7.25 US (can be changed)
Dimensions: 23 x 14 mm
Estimated opal weight: 3.8 carats
Condition: scratches from use, small dent in the gold underneath
Antique bloodstone signet ring in 18 karat yellow gold (750). Antique signet ring set with a bloodstone cut in the shape of an escutcheon. Antique ring for man or woman, circa 1880, England.
English hallmarks: crown (for gold), 18 (for 18k gold), JH for Joseph Hawkins. Shell hallmark at the level of an old sizing.
Finger circumference: 64 EU or 10.75 US (sizing possible)
Bezel size: 13 x 10 mm
Note: one English hallmark missing due to sizing.
Condition: scratches from use, traces of sizing.
Weight : 8.48 gr
Gemological Point : Bloodstone, also known as “martyr’s stone” or “heliotrope jasper,” is a dark green jasper. Its distinctive feature is the presence of red spots of iron oxide (inclusions). It is called “bloodstone” or “martyr’s stone” because its red inclusions resemble drops of blood. This is why bloodstone has often been used to create religious jewelry, such as crosses, in reference to the suffering of Christ.