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VINTAGE ENGAGEMENT RINGS

explore our expertly curated selection of antique engagement rings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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1960s 1.26 Carat Round Cut Diamond Ring 1960s 1.26 Carat Round Cut Diamond Ring

Vintage

1960s 1.26 Carat Round Cut Diamond Ring

$11,100
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Art Deco 1.30 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, Tiffany & Co. Art Deco 1.30 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, Tiffany & Co.

Vintage

Art Deco 1.30 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Ring, Tiffany & Co.

$17,500
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Midcentury Old European Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Ring Midcentury Old European Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Ring

Vintage

Midcentury Old European Cut Diamond Toi et Moi Ring

$40,500
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Art Deco 2.56 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Dragon Ring Art Deco 2.56 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Dragon Ring

Vintage

Art Deco 2.56 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Dragon Ring

$17,500
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Midcentury 1.57 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire, Tiffany & Co. Midcentury 1.57 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire, Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co.

Midcentury 1.57 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire, Tiffany & Co.

$24,500
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Edwardian 3.34 Carat Old European Cut Diamond & Ruby Halo Engagement Ring Edwardian 3.34 Carat Old European Cut Diamond & Ruby Halo Engagement Ring

Vintage

Edwardian 3.34 Carat Old European Cut Diamond & Ruby Halo Engagement Ring

$50,000
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Edwardian Moval Shaped Diamond Ring Edwardian Moval Shaped Diamond Ring

Vintage

Edwardian Moval Shaped Diamond Ring

$12,000
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Victorian Three Stone Emerald & Diamond Ring Victorian Three Stone Emerald & Diamond Ring

Vintage

Victorian Three Stone Emerald & Diamond Ring

$13,500
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Art Deco 1.55 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring Art Deco 1.55 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring

Vintage

Art Deco 1.55 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond and Emerald Ring

$35,600
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ERSTWHILE

our namesake collection of engagement rings handcrafted in New York City set with rare antique cut diamonds
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Classic Old Mine Cushion Diamond Bezel Solitaire 1.41 Classic Old Mine Cushion Diamond Bezel Solitaire 1.41

Erstwhile

Classic Old Mine Cushion Diamond Bezel Solitaire 1.41

$9,500
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Strela 1.37 Strela 1.37

Erstwhile

Strela 1.37

$16,700
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Meissa 1.59 Meissa 1.59

Erstwhile

Meissa 1.59

$19,250
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Astrid 1.58 Astrid 1.58

Erstwhile

Astrid 1.58

$23,800
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Classic Emerald Cut Bezel Solitaire 1.18 Classic Emerald Cut Bezel Solitaire 1.18

Erstwhile

Classic Emerald Cut Bezel Solitaire 1.18

$10,450
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Wings .96 Wings .96

Erstwhile

Wings .96

$12,350
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Knife Edge 1.24 Knife Edge 1.24

Erstwhile

Knife Edge 1.24

$15,200
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Ursa 1.11 Ursa 1.11

Erstwhile

Ursa 1.11

$15,600
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Arctic Kiss 1.00 Arctic Kiss 1.00

Erstwhile

Arctic Kiss 1.00

$13,750
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CUSTOM RINGS

let us hunt for your dream antique diamond based on your preferences
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Hydra Hydra

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Hydra

STARTING FROM $9,925
made to order

Juno Juno

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Juno

STARTING FROM $7,850
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Strela Strela

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Strela

STARTING FROM $10,050
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Andromeda Andromeda

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Andromeda

STARTING FROM $9,550
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Cassiopeia Cassiopeia

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Cassiopeia

STARTING FROM $11,150
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Vela Vela

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Vela

STARTING FROM $13,400
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Osiris Osiris

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Osiris

STARTING FROM $22,600
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Meissa Meissa

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Meissa

STARTING FROM $10,775
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Ursa Ursa

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Ursa

STARTING FROM $8,200
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Sirius Sirius

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Sirius

STARTING FROM $12,000
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Cygnus Cygnus

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Cygnus

STARTING FROM $10,300
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Dawn Dawn

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Dawn

STARTING FROM $9,725
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Honeycomb Honeycomb

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Honeycomb

STARTING FROM $9,475
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Leia Leia

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Leia

STARTING FROM $14,800
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Callisto Callisto

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Callisto

STARTING FROM $15,600
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Astrid Astrid

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Astrid

STARTING FROM $9,725
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Golden Astrid Golden Astrid

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Golden Astrid

STARTING FROM $10,000
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Starr Starr

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Starr

STARTING FROM $8,125
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Arctic Kiss Arctic Kiss

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Arctic Kiss

STARTING FROM $8,225
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Black Rose Black Rose

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Black Rose

STARTING FROM $8,150
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WEDDING BANDS

Handcrafted wedding bands and a curated selection of vintage eternity bands
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Ruby Day & Night Old Miner Ruby Day & Night Old Miner

Erstwhile

Ruby Day & Night Old Miner

$4,700
Ships in 4 to 6 weeks
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Art Deco .35 Carat Diamond Eternity Band Art Deco .35 Carat Diamond Eternity Band

Vintage

Art Deco .35 Carat Diamond Eternity Band

$2,300
In Stock

Art Deco Diamond Half Band Art Deco Diamond Half Band

Vintage

Art Deco Diamond Half Band

$1,550
In Stock

Art Deco Baguette & Transitional Cut Diamond Eternity Band Art Deco Baguette & Transitional Cut Diamond Eternity Band

Vintage

Art Deco Baguette & Transitional Cut Diamond Eternity Band

$3,100
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1970s Gold Wedding Band, Tiffany & Co. 1970s Gold Wedding Band, Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co.

1970s Gold Wedding Band, Tiffany & Co.

$2,100
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Midcentury Baguette Diamond Eternity Band Midcentury Baguette Diamond Eternity Band

Vintage

Midcentury Baguette Diamond Eternity Band

$4,100
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Art Deco Engraved Platinum Wedding Band Art Deco Engraved Platinum Wedding Band

Vintage

Art Deco Engraved Platinum Wedding Band

$950
In Stock
New Arrival
Carré Cut Emerald Eternity Band Carré Cut Emerald Eternity Band

Erstwhile

Carré Cut Emerald Eternity Band

$10,900
In Stock

Old Miner Old Miner

Erstwhile

Old Miner

$4,850
Ships in 4 to 6 weeks

WORK WITH AN ERSTWHILE ANTIQUE DIAMOND EXPERT

There are many factors to consider when purchasing an antique diamond ring, and it's crucial that you work with someone who has extensive knowledge in this area to make an informed purchase.

Our New York City based Erstwhile team has a deep understanding of the antique jewelry market. Allow us to help you with this significant investment. We can guide you in choosing the perfect vintage engagement ring for your lifestyle or find you the perfect antique stone for your dream Erstwhile setting.


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A Guide to Vintage Settings

A Guide to Vintage Settings

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Diamond Size Chart On Hand

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How Cartier Pioneered Platinum In Jewelry

How Cartier Pioneered Platinum In Jewelry

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