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Some more lovely engagement rings to look at (and obsess over). Today’s theme? Architecture! Yup we’ve got some gorgeous architectural art deco rings for you today. They’re all just flat-out pretty, but they’ve also got this highly structural, skyscraper-y look without sacrificing elegance and delicacy. Like this first one from James Allen, whose setting from the side reminds me so much of a classic art deco sunburst pattern (and a bit of the Chrysler Building):
(3-Stone Vintage Style Engagement Ring from James Allen)
Yes, please. (also: I kind of love that they use another ring as a ring stand to display the main ring. It is working some kind of subconscious, “Now I want two of them” magic on me… one for each hand! Huzzah!).
Moving along to the next Pretty, and this one is a beaut: green is, of course, a classic art deco color, in various shades of mints and emeralds. That’s why this vintage engagement ring is a particular deco delight: via Fay Cullen (who calls this a “lively” pastel green hue), you have to love the architectural/stepped sides and that big, beautiful emerald. Stunning!
(Art Deco Emerald Engagement Ring, Signed Carl Blackburn via Fay Cullen)
If you’re not seeing the architectural influence I did in those two, perhaps these will suit your fancy with their directness: gorgeous engagement rings explicitly, specifically inspired by the art deco landmark Chrysler Building. Things of beauty, all:
Be sure to browse more 1920s jewelry in our Art Deco Shop - we've got vintage inspired earrings, necklaces, cocktail rings and more, plus authentic antique Art Deco, Edwardian and Art Nouveau pieces.
Not all of us are blessed with a treasure trove of beautiful heirloom jewelry, passed down to us from our fabulously wealthy and stylish great-grandmothers. Not everyone can just reach into their closet and pull out the perfect true vintage art deco brooch, or flapper pearls to make the outfit sing. What’s a vintage-loving girl …
In today’s luminous edition of “I Want That, Give It To Me Now”… this stunning art deco ruby ring from French jewelry house Mauboussin. Yup. I want this, give it to me now. According to the listing at Bonham’s, the sale included a certificate of authenticity from Mauboussin, dating the ring June 11, 1924. Not …
This is just… it’s almost unbearable. TOO GORGEOUS. TOO MUCH. I die. Circa 1930s emerald cut aquamarine ring with rubies. Glowing rose gold band, art deco shape, absolute perfection. Full description (and $7650 price tag) available at Lang Antiques.
Here we are in the dog days of summer once again, and today we’re going to celebrate all those lucky August-borns, who have not one, not two, but THREE official birthstones. Last year we covered the primary, most popular and well-known August birthstone with a variety of Art Deco peridot pieces, but this year we’re …
Architectural Art Deco Rings
This post includes one or more affiliate links. If you purchase something after clicking through, we may receive a small commission from the designer, retailer or shop (thanks!) More info here.

Some more lovely engagement rings to look at (and obsess over). Today’s theme? Architecture! Yup we’ve got some gorgeous architectural art deco rings for you today. They’re all just flat-out pretty, but they’ve also got this highly structural, skyscraper-y look without sacrificing elegance and delicacy. Like this first one from James Allen, whose setting from the side reminds me so much of a classic art deco sunburst pattern (and a bit of the Chrysler Building):


(3-Stone Vintage Style Engagement Ring from James Allen)Yes, please. (also: I kind of love that they use another ring as a ring stand to display the main ring. It is working some kind of subconscious, “Now I want two of them” magic on me… one for each hand! Huzzah!).
Moving along to the next Pretty, and this one is a beaut: green is, of course, a classic art deco color, in various shades of mints and emeralds. That’s why this vintage engagement ring is a particular deco delight: via Fay Cullen (who calls this a “lively” pastel green hue), you have to love the architectural/stepped sides and that big, beautiful emerald. Stunning!


(Art Deco Emerald Engagement Ring, Signed Carl Blackburn via Fay Cullen)If you’re not seeing the architectural influence I did in those two, perhaps these will suit your fancy with their directness: gorgeous engagement rings explicitly, specifically inspired by the art deco landmark Chrysler Building. Things of beauty, all:
From the left, you see Chrysler Building inspired art deco rings from Jewelry.com, Matina Amanita and Harry Winston.
Be sure to browse more 1920s jewelry in our Art Deco Shop - we've got vintage inspired earrings, necklaces, cocktail rings and more, plus authentic antique Art Deco, Edwardian and Art Nouveau pieces.
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