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What is a bishop's ring?

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What is a bishop's ring?
A bishop's ring, also known as an episcopal ring, is worn by a bishop on the ring finger of the right hand — signifying fidelity and union with the church. These rings are usually a circle of gold set with a precious gemstone such as amethyst. Find a collection of vintage and antique rings on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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14 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Bishop Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A, beautiful 14 Karat yellow gold Amethyst, Bishop's ring. With, a beautiful faceted 0.5" in x 0.5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Vintage Historic Mixed Metal Bishop Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautifully designed, historic Bishop’s ring consisting of blended metals. Great craftsmanship
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Mixed Metal

19th Century Vintage Historic Mixed Metals Bishop Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage historic Bishop Ring made of blended metals. Rings of this kind, that have survived over
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Renaissance Fashion Rings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Byzantine Architectural Gold Bishop Ring Set With intaglio
Located in Firenze, IT
A perfect quality, elegant, unique Byzantine architectural gold ring decorated with filigree and
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Bishop’s Amethyst Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A, beautiful bishops ring with a stunning cabochon amethyst. This beautiful bishops ring is part of
Category

20th Century Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver And Gold Bishop Men's Ring With Carnelian Intaglio
Located in Firenze, IT
SILVER AND GOLD BISHOP MEN'S RING WITH CARNELIAN INTAGLIO Ring size: 8 ¾ Top size: 16 mm x 14 mm
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, Silver

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