Charles de Temple Sapphire Diamond Amethyst 18K Yellow and White Gold Pinky Ring
By Charles de Temple
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow and white gold pinky ring designed as a spray of gem-set lines extending from a textured yellow and white gold band.
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Impressive Amethyst Two Tone Ring with Diamonds
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
-Custom made -18 k Yellow & White Gold -Ring size: 7 -Amethyst: 6.00 ct -Diamond: 0.53ct -Width: 4- 16mm -Weight: 11.8gr Original Retail: $5500
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
16ct Natural Green Amethyst Diamonds Ring Garavelli*
Located in New York, NY
Designer Garavelli Italian Natural oval green amethyst ring. 16 carat round brilliant cut. Clean clarity and transparent. Classic Teal Green Amethyst: 14.2 x 9.5mm 18 karat yel...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Substantial 1970's Cocktail Ring w/15ct Amethyst & 3cts of Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The scale of this beauty makes a big statement. This large 1970's ring, features one center emerald cut amethyst set in 18k yellow gold, surrounded by two rows of high quality brilli...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Amethyst Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This pretty ring is comfortable and a low profile with a lot of impact. Ring features a gorgeous amethyst center stone with a crossover openwork band set with diamonds. Ring size is...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Awesome Cushion Cut Amethyst Gold Statement Ring
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
A Striking Amethyst Ring, centering a faceted cushion-cut Amethyst, bezel-set in 18k yellow gold handmade mounting; medium purplish blue; approx.
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Amethyst Gold Wide Eternity Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The contrast gives the band an added style. Made in 18k rose gold and ready to be worn. Ring Size 6.5
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Amethyst 2 carats approx. Diamonds 0.05 carat approx. Ring size US 6.5 Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspir...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary Amethyst Sapphires White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Lisboa, PT
This contemporary amethyst and sapphires white gold ring is a bold expression of sculptural design and vibrant color. Crafted in 18 kt white gold (750‰) with a polished finish, the r...
Amethyst, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Filigree Art Deco Large 9 Carat Amethyst Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
18K white gold filigree Art Deco ring featuring a large amethyst weighing 9.09 carats.
Hermes Diamond Large Amethyst Rose Gold Ring
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Large Amethyst Ring by Hermes.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 18k Yellow & White Gold Large Amethyst Open Work Milgrain Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18K Yellow Gold - 18K White Gold Weight: 10.53 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 ( fitted on finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Ring Width: 18.57mm (0.73...
Amethyst, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,975Sale Price|20% Off
Statement 14. 72 ct Amethyst Diamond Band Yellow 18k Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 18K Ring Diamond 44-0,23 ct Amethyst 17-14,72 ct Amethyst 1-5,18 ct Size 7.5 Weight 22,66 grams It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that...
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Gold
Antique Amethyst and Diamond ring, 18k yellow gold, three stone
Located in NEWARK, GB
This pretty antique Amethyst and Diamond ring is delightfully charming! We love it's geometric yet historic design and the lush vibrant amethyst, set to the centre and surrounded by...
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold Amethyst Sapphire Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Hanging rhodolite garnets swing as you move, adding extra joy and colours to your everyday fashion. 18K Gold Ring Weight 6.23g Size 17mm (US6.5) 1-Amethyst, Oval-10*8, 2.74ct; ...
Amethyst, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victor Mayer Era Amethyst Ring 18k White Gold/Rose Gold with 120 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Era Amethyst Ring in White Gold/Rose Gold with 120 Diamonds Ring Era, 18k WG/RG, 120 diamonds total 2.49 ct, G VS, amethyst Reference: V1604/00/OS/00/105 Material: 18k ...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold
Middle Ages 26.31 Carat Amethyst Cocktail Ring
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
Middle ages ring 18 carat white gold with a wonferful amethyst 26.31 ct. Designed by Colleen B. Rosenblat. The ring size is EU 57 and US 8.
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
27.8 Carat Briolette Amethyst Ring 18K Yellow Gold White Sapphire- Ready To Ship
By Konforti Jewelry
Located in ראשון לציון, IL
The "Purple Thistle" ring by Konforti Jewelry is a one of a kind handcrafted creation in 18K yellow gold, centered around a remarkable 27.8 carat pear shaped briolette amethyst.
Amethyst, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Amethyst Diamond 18 Karat Gold Dome Cocktail Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Make a stunning color statement with this 18k white gold dome ring. Ring features round light purple amethyst gemstones in a variety of sizes, accented with diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Citrine Double Orb Ring with Cabochon Amethysts
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This magnificent citrine and amethyst ring is a one-of-a-kind piece of artisanal jewelry that would make a treasured addition to any fine accessories collection.
Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mesmerizing 17.50ct Amethyst, Topaz, and Citrine 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Mesmerizing 17.50ct Amethyst, Topaz, and Citrine 3-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified A vibrant celebration of color, this striking 18k yellow gold ring features a trio o...
Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Purple Amethyst Gemstone 23.77 cts in 18K White Gold Ring with Diamonds
By Jupiter Gem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing an exquisite ring adorned with a distinct checkerboard cut showcasing the deep and rich hues of aubergine Amethyst.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold
15.48 Carats Amethyst Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Fun Large Ring. The ring is 18K White Gold. There are 0.58 Carats in Diamonds F SI.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Gucci 18K Gold Le Marché des Merveilles Enamel Amethyst Butterfly Ring, Size 58
By Gucci
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Gucci Le Marché des Merveilles 18K gold butterfly ring with enamel & amethyst
18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Amethyst & Pink Sapphire Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Amethyst: 1 emerald cut = 4.65cttw Pink Sapphire: 48 round cut = 2.40cttw Ring Size: 6.25 (please allow two extra shipping days for sizing r...
Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Vintage Cocktail ring with amethyst and diamonds
Located in Milano, MI
Large cocktail ring with a central ametyst of circa 30ct flanked by 1.70ct c.a. of round cut diamonds of good commercial white. Set in 18ct gold, Made in Italy. Highlights: - Gold 1...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Amethyst 2 carats approx. Diamonds 0.30 carat approx. Ring size US 6.5, Can be made in other ring sizes on special order Crafted from 18 karat yellow...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,400Sale Price|22% Off
Luca Carati Amethyst Diamond Gold Square Swirl Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in San Francisco, CA
Luca Carati Italian designed 18k white gold cocktail ring features a 1.16 carat square cut amethyst centered amongst 0.80 carat total weight round brilliant cut diamonds of F-G VS qu...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Sovereign 45.00ct Amethyst Cabochon Archangel Secret Compartment Bishop Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
This sovereign 18K yellow gold secret compartment ring is a masterwork of wearable sculpture and dramatic storytelling.
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Augustine Jewels Yellow Gold Green Amethyst Ring
Located in London, GB
This yellow gold vermeil green amethyst ring or solid yellow gold green amethyst ring from our South of France inspired Jewellery Collection is a stand-out designer ring that can be ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Sapphire Diamond Gold Domed Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Simply a stunning and fashionable cocktail ring! It features 7.99 carats of round-shaped bright purple amethyst set across the ring.
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Amethyst 1 carat approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Ring size US 6.5, can be sized Limited edition Exquisitely crafted of 18 karat yellow gold, this...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
“Antique 1889 18k Gold Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Europe”
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 1889s Europe amethyst ring centered with 2 natural pink oval cut amethyst decorted with rose cut diamonds in 18k gold setting with silver ornament design ring
Cartier Pasha Ring Citrine & Amethyst Round Circle Design
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Real lovely Cartier Pasha Ring with Citrine & Amethyst gemstones. From the Pasha collection, this modern ring features Round design and square sections set in 18k yellow gold s...
Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Authentic Carl F. Bucherer 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst & Diamond Ring
By Carl F. Bucherer
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Product Details: • Brand: Carl F. Bucherer (Hallmarked "CB") • Metal: Solid 18k Yellow Gold (Stamped "750") • Main Stone: Natural Oval Cut Amethyst (Deep, rich purple saturation) • A...
Vintage 1980's 5ct Oval Cabochon Amethyst Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 5ct Oval Cabochon Amethyst Ring - the amethyst weighs approximately 5ct and measures 13.5 x 9.5mm.
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980's 15ct Cushion Cut Amethyst Ring
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 15ct Cushion Cut Amethyst Ring - the amethyst weighs approximately 15ct and measures 17.6 x 14.8mm.
Amethyst, 18k Gold
The most beautiful amethyst & diamond ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The amethyst is one of the most beautiful ones we have ever seen! Bright and vibrant purple color with rainbow streaks! Lovely stone with diamonds in 18KT cocktail design ring. Diamo...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst Chatelaine Ring, Size 6
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Mint condition 18k Yellow Gold Ring size: 6 Amethyst: 14mm Comes with David Yurman box
Inséparables, Tanzanite & Amethyst, toi & moi cluster ring
By Atelier Molinari
Located in Paris, FR
Designed as two birds singing next to one another this ring combines a colourful range of precious gems. Our signature hand pierced lace on the back of each gem allows light through ...
Amethyst, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Bernd Munsteiner Amethyst Gold Ring and Pendant Set
By Atelier Munsteiner
Located in Austin, TX
An incredible amethyst and 18k gold ring and pendant set by Bernd Munsteiner, founder of Atelier Munsteiner.
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Amethyst Green Enamel Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
The color combination is dramatic and the size is impressive, which is why this ring could only be by David Webb. The ring has been owned by both an American and an Italian collecto...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Amethyst Diamond Tsavorite Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb ring in its quality. It features a 1.43 carat trillion-cut amethyst along with 0.28 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ravishing Necklace in 18K Rose Gold, Diamonds and Amethysts
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Necklace in 18K Rose Gold, Diamonds and Amethysts Rose Gold 18K 14 Diamonds 0.15ct. 7 amethysts 4.60ct. Weight 5.82gr. ALSO AVAILABLE Rose Gold 18Kt 14 Diamonds 0.14ct. 7 Amethysts...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cristofol Paris Art Moderne amethyst and gold cocktail ring
Located in New York, NY
An Art Moderne gold and amethyst "bishops" ring of impressive scale, centered by a large step-cut amethyst, in a pierced and split geometric mount featuring two fleur-de-lis on each ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
18 Karat Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Macau, MO
A natural amethyst and brilliant-cut diamond ring, centering a 11.12 carats oval-shaped amethyst, framed by brilliant cut diamonds totalling 0.14 carats diamonds, mounted in 18 kara...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern Amethyst 18 Karat White Gold Twisted Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. This ring features an oval amethyst set in a bezel surrounded by a twisted band, with the ring joining on either side of the stone. ...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Amethyst Diamonds Cathedral Ring 18kt gold Ref 12299*
Located in New York, NY
Cathedral Style Ring 4.88ct Natural Amethyst Oval Shaped Clean Clarity 13 x 9mm Vivid Purple Color 18kt Yellow Gold 9.3 grams. Depth Of ring: 9mm Ring Size: 6
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Rose Gold Contemporary Ring with Dark Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary men ring is in 14 karat rose gold with 15x15x8 mm dark grown amethyst. It was published in Harper's Bazaar and Vogue UA. The piece can be ordered in the other colou...
Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant Three-Stone Amethyst and Peridot Ring
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Christina Addison Elegant 18kt Yellow Three Stone Ring with with split shank detail. The ring features a center faceted cushion cut Amethyst and two cushion cut Perodot stones. The c...
Rock Crystal, Topaz, Amethyst, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18kt gold amethyst and diamond ring, by Gasal
Located in Braintree, GB
VINTAGE 18KT GOLD AMETHYST AND DIAMOND RING BY GASAL A substantial 18kt gold ring featuring an impressive 25-carat cushion-cut natural amethyst of vivid purple colour, mounted withi...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Amethyst Ring. 18k White Gold Filigree Design. Engagement Ring from Art
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Deep purple amethysts set into 18k white gold ring. The band tapers into a filigree crown.
White Gold
Cushion Cut Amethyst Cts 2 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The 2-carat cushion-cut amethyst in this stunning engagement ring radiates a deep, royal purple color.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
Garavelli 17ct Natural Amethyst Diamonds Ring 18kt Italy
Located in New York, NY
Garavelli natural amethyst and diamonds ring. 17ct round purple rose cut checkerboard amethyst. 18.5 mm wide .50 carat side round diamonds, g color vs2 quality. Diameter of ring 3...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Cocktail Ring with Amethyst and Gold Accents, 1960s
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Step into the vibrant elegance of the 1960s with this stunning vintage cocktail ring. Crafted from 18K yellow and white gold (750‰), this bold statement piece showcases a captivating...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold
Three-stone 1.45 carat Oval Amethyst and Round Peridot Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Simplicity redefined, this ring ensures luxury as second nature. Gold 18K Yellow Gold 6.26g Amethyst 1.45ct Peridot 1.77ct Size 56, US7.75
Amethyst, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 10.00ct Amethyst and Diamond Ring, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1900s, this stunning ring centres around an eye-catching 10.00 carat amethyst. The vivid purple stone is emerald cut and claw set in 18 carat yellow gold. Surrounding t...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18 Kt White Gold Amethyst, Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt White Gold Amethyst, Sapphire & Diamond Ring Diamonds : Brilliant Cut 1.15 Ct Sapphires : 0.52 Ct Gemstone : Amethyst Ca. 26 Ct Ring Size : 54 EU / 7 US ( size can be adju...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Zorab Creation Amethyst and Citrine Couple Mignone Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
Citrine and amethyst never looked so good together as they do on this 18k gold and palladium ring.
Amethyst, Citrine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Palladium
Vintage Roberto Coin Amethyst, Shell and Diamond Oval Ring
By Roberto Coin
Located in London, England
A striking vintage Roberto Coin amethyst, shell and diamond ring set in 18k white gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.
Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”
Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.
Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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