Downton Abbey takes place during the 1920′s, so we’re on the hunt for 1920′s rings. That falls in the realm of the Art Deco jewelry period, which was strongly defined by geometric shapes and strong lines. I’ve even put together a bit of a refresher for you guys:
What was 1920′s jewelry like?
Geometric shapes like triangles, pentagons, and trapezoids
Bold edges
Strongly contrasted color combinations with gems of ruby, onyx, sapphire, and emerald.
Design names of the day: Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels, Coco Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli.
Sleek, streamlined appearance
Straight lines
Art Deco Ring Styles
Art Deco Ring Styles for gem cuts: Emerald, Asscher or Radiant
Pave set diamonds
Use of Platinum
Art Deco Rings – Shopping Time!
What we’re looking at today are real, antique art deco rings made with actual diamonds. But I’m also looking for rings that can be worn for any occasion, and aren’t just engagement rings. Although Lady Mary and the other Crawley sisters all had to make marriage a priority on their minds, we luckily don’t have to think about marrying someone at all times. So, forget about a single diamond for that left-hand. Let’s just look at pretty rings for any finger, any occasion, and from anyone who wants to buy us fancy rings.
Honestly, sometimes I just like to extend my fingers and imagine what it would feel like to wear some of these rings.
This cluster ring is pretty and sweet.
Art Deco Ruby Ring – Antique Cluster Ring
From the Etsy Shop AlistirWoodTait in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Price: $1,056.52
Made of 18k gold, diamonds, platinum, and a single ruby. There is openwork detail, and heart shapes.
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I love how the three main diamonds appear to float.
Art Deco Ring – Antique Diamond Art Deco 18ct Gold & Platinum Ring
From the Etsy Shop Alistir Wood Tait
Price: $3,270.17
Made with 18k gold and platinum, three old-cut diamonds in an oval setting, and smaller diamonds of an antique rose cut.
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This ring is actually fairly affordable, next to the other selections here. Wouldn’t it be fun to wear a ring this fancy, every day?
Antique Diamond Ring
From the Etsy shop Times Past 72 on Etsy.
Made with 14k white gold, rock crystal, camphor glas, and filigree details
Price: $365.00
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This is like …diamond lace. Which I’m all about.
Circa 1920 Vintage .85 ct. t.w. Diamond Dinner Ring in Platinum
From an estate sale and hosted on Ross-Simons
Price: Sale: $2,726.50 (30% Discount Applied)
Features round European cut diamonds and millegrain detailing. Textured and polished platinum ring. Exclusive, one-of-a-kind Estate Jewelry.
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