Top Vintage-Style Gemstone Rings for a Classic Look

Where Old-World Charm Meets Modern Elegance

Vintage is back - and it’s more beautiful than ever.

For those drawn to timeless elegance, intricate details, and meaningful design,classic vintage engagement ringsare the perfect choice. Whether you’re shopping for a one-of-a-kind engagement ring or a special keepsake,vintage-style gemstone rings bring together the best of both worlds - heirloom charm with modern wearability.

At our Birmingham store, we’re seeing a growing demand across the UK formodern gemstone rings hat look vintage but feel fresh. Think filigree settings, bold coloured stones, and exquisite craftsmanship - designed for today, inspired by yesterday.

Ready to fall in love with a ring that tells a story? Let’s explore ourtop 5 vintage-inspired gemstone rings that offer the perfect blend of classic and contemporary.

1. The Art Deco Sapphire Ring: Geometric & Glamorous

Style Era: 1920s
Why We Love It: This ring combines clean lines, geometric patterns, and a bold blue sapphire - a style straight out of the roaring twenties. Art Deco rings are perfect for anyone who loves symmetry with a bold shapes and angles.

Gemstone Focus: Deep blue sapphire (symbolising loyalty and truth)

 Design Details: Round cut diamonds, platinum or gold settings, and sharp angles
Perfect For: Brides looking for a stand out piece.

 Did you know? Sapphires are one of the hardest gemstones, making them ideal for everyday wear while retaining that classic vintage feel. This is why it has been commonly used as engagement rings for generations.

2. The Edwardian Emerald Halo Ring: Light, Lacy, and onrnate

Style Era: Early 1900s
Why We Love It: This ring features delicate detailing and a lush green emerald centre, often surrounded by small diamonds in a lace-like halo. These designs give the Emerald center space with smaller detailed diamonds often forming a curved surrounding. 

Gemstone Focus: Emerald (symbolising growth, harmony, and hope)
Design Details: Intricate milgrain edging, platinum or white gold bands, and floral motifs
Perfect For: Romantic souls who love soft elegance and timeless charm

 Emeralds were highly prized in Edwardian times and remain a favourite in vintage-style gemstone rings for their regal look and symbolic depth.

3. The Victorian Ruby Cluster Ring

Style Era: 1837–1901
Why We Love It: This vintage ring style features a vibrant central ruby surrounded by a halo of smaller stones, creating an eye-catching cluster full of depth. Rubies were highly prized during the Victorian era when colonisation meant access to these gemstones became easy. Rubies in particular were loved by Indian royalty.

 Gemstone Focus: Ruby (Pinkish red tones brimming with warmth)
Design Details: Often yellow gold settings, ornate shanks, and intricate engraving
Perfect For: Someone who enjoys a classic style with historical charm

Cluster rings continue to be a beloved choice for those seeking vintage engagement rings with meaning and character.

4. The Georgian Rose-Cut Diamond Ring: Rustic Sparkle with Character

Produced between 1714 and 1830, under the reigns of Kings George I-IV, Georgian rings are characterised by the cut of the diamonds.

Style Era: 1700s
How to spot it -Rose-cut diamonds are flat-bottomed and domed with triangular facets, giving off a soft glow rather than a sharp sparkle - perfect for those who want understated beauty and true vintage appeal.

Gemstone Focus: Rose-cut diamond or white topaz
Design Details: Closed-back settings, high domes, and foiled bases for added shimmer

Why Choose a Vintage-Style Gemstone Ring?

Vintage-inspired rings are more than just beautiful - they carry symbolism with historical connection, the classic styles shown above have been worn by generations the style, although antique in look can be enjoyed in modern times. Here’s why they’re trending in 2025:

• Sustainability: Using vintage cut secondhand stones is a great way to both save money and and be more sustainable. You can bring in old rings to have them repurposed.

• Individuality: With an antique style ring you can stand out from the sea of modern rings with something truly unique

• The story: wether it’s a fashioned on a ring owned by royalty or an era like art deco, wearing something with a design story gives jewellery a purpose beyond decoration. 

 Modern Gemstone Rings with a Vintage Twist at Manna Jewellers

AtManna Jewellers, we believe that every ring should tell a story - and our collection ofmodern gemstone rings inspired by vintage styles does just that.

Whether you're drawn to the elegance of Art Deco sapphire, the passion of Ruby or the subtle grace of Edwardian emeralds, our handcrafted pieces made and designed inhouse blendclassic vintage engagement ring styles with contemporary craftsmanship.

We offer:

• Responsibly sourced gemstones
  

• Custom vintage-style ring designs
  

• Expert guidance in choosing the right gemstone for your style and story
  
  

 Visit Us in the Heart of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter

Looking for avintage-inspired gemstone ring that’s timeless, personal, and beautifully crafted? Come visit us atManna Jewellers in the Jewellery Quarter - we’d love to help you find (or design!)the perfect ring.

📞 Call us:0121-554-2727
📧 Email:hello@mannajewellers.com
🏬 Showroom:16 Hockley Street, Birmingham, B18 6BL