5.50 Carat Amethyst Rose Gold Art Deco Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1930's Amethyst ring. 5.50 carat Oval center Amethyst in a 14k handmade rose gold setting
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
3.88 Carat Amethyst and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold ring shank. This 1930s amethyst ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the 14k
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
Art Deco Amethyst and Diamond Cluster Dress Ring, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful dress ring features a natural amethyst in the centre. The colour is a beautiful deep
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
6.99 Carat Emerald Cut Amethyst and 14K White Gold Art Deco 1930s Cocktail Ring
Located in Towson, MD
One Art Deco 1930s 14 karat white gold ring centered with a striking emerald cut amethyst weighing
Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold
1930s Art Deco 1.75 Carat Amethyst Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat white gold, owl hallmark and platinum, mascaron hallmark. Superb antique ring, it
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 935 Silver Marcasite and Faux Amethyst Ring circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco 935 silver ring set with marcasites and two faux amethyst stones. Ring size UK M
Marcasite, Silver
1930s 39.82 Carat Cabochon Cut Amethyst Green Enamel Gold Jewelry Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cabochon cut jewelry set consists of a stunning amethyst cocktail ring accompanied by an impressive pair of
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
1930s Yellow Gold Diamond & Amethyst Bishops Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1930s 18K yellow Gold Bishops Ring. Centrally set with an Oval Amethyst Approximately 12 to
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
1930s Russian Amethyst Demantoid Silver Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
The ring is set with nine Russian amethysts - of deep purple, medium purple, and pale lavender
Amethyst, Garnet
Art Deco 10.83 Carat Amethyst & Seed Pearl 14k Two Tone Cocktail Ring 1930s
Located in Towson, MD
One 1930s Art Deco ring crafted in 14K white gold with yellow gold accents showcases exceptional
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Art Deco Amethyst and Pearl Toi Et Moi Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This stunning antique Art Deco ring features a gorgeous combination of Amethyst and Pearl, perfect
Amethyst, Pearl, Platinum
1930s Art Deco Amethyst Enamel Pearl 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with engraved details Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold Circa 1930's Ring Size: 6 1/2 & sizable Top
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1930s Art Deco Amethyst Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Deco Amethyst Diamond Platinum Ring 1930s Art Deco amethyst and diamond platinum lady's ring
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
1930s Art Deco Amethyst Yellow Sapphire Platinum Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Art Deco Amethyst Yellow Sapphire Platinum Ring 1930s Art Deco amethyst sapphire platinum ring
Amethyst, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum
1930s 14 Karat White, Rose, and Yellow Gold Amethyst Ring
Located in Kingston, NY
Offered is a 1930's 14k white, rose, and yellow gold amethyst ring. Rectangular cut corner faceted
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Amethyst and Diamond Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
amethyst dress ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The pierced
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Amethyst Cocktail Ring French Cut 6.5ct Antique Yellow Gold Original 19
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1930's Art Deco Amethyst Cocktail Ring French Cut 6.5ct Yellow Gold
Amethyst, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Art Deco Ruby Cabochon Amethyst Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1930’s vintage Art Deco platinum cocktail ring with ruby, diamond, and amethyst cabochon. Ring
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1930s Russian Amethyst Diamond silver gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1930’s silver topped and 14KT yellow gold features an oval, deep cut Russian Amethyst surrounded by
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Amethyst Ring with Lab Created Stone
Located in Endwell, NY
1930's 14K yellow gold amethyst ring with lab created stone. Size 6. Main stone measures 12x10mm
1930s Amethyst, Diamond and Gold Ring
Located in Madison area, WI
- Cluster Ring - c. 1930 - 10k yellow gold, four oval natural amethysts, one natural diamond
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold
1930s Verdura Art Deco Ruby Cabochon Amethyst Diamond Platinum Ring
By Verdura
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Verdura 1930’s vintage Art Deco platinum cocktail ring with ruby, diamond, and amethyst cabochon
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1930s Retro Amethyst Diamond Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and beautiful, 1930s Retro period cocktail ring. Featuring a large emerald cut amethyst
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Kashmir Sapphire Engagement Ring IGI
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Kashmir Sapphire Engagement Ring - IGI. This beautiful art deco engagement ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum top. T...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1925s Art Deco 2 Carat Emeralds 2.20 Carat Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. Sublime art deco ring, its entire platinum setting is closed set on its top with a Colombian emerald- cut emerald and an antique- cut diamond. This duo of gems is s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1900s 5.82ct Authentic Antique Australian Opal and Diamond Cluster 18KYG Ring
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent turn-of-the-century late Victorian, early Edwardian Opal and Diamond Cluster 18k Gold ring, Circa 1900. This Crystal Australian opal displays electric play of color in ...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,080Sale Price|20% Off
L 16 in
Akoya Pearls, Double Strand, Diamond Clasp, French Art Deco; GIA Cert, 16"
Located in Northampton, MA
This late Art Deco era (circa 1939) double strand of cultured Akoya pearls represents the finest, most luxurious pearls of their day. Today, we are accustomed to perfectly spherical ...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
$144,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Commanding in presence and refined in detail, The Imperial Light solitaire signet ring is a masterclass in contemporary opulence. At its heart gleams a breathtaking 3-carat natural r...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque 1900 Diamond Ring in 18Karat Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque Diamond ring in 18 Karat Gold. Ca. 1900 Belle Epoque (Spanish or French) Bypass Diamond ring mounted in 18 karat yellow Gold. The two main diamonds are ha...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Antique Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1915 This early Art Deco octagon shape engagement ring is handcrafted in platinum. The ring is centered with a sparkling old cushion cut diamond (7.10 x 6.5 x 4.15 mm, approxi...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Necklace natural Pearls Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum Silver / 44cm/ 6.8 gr
Located in SE
Early 20th century Necklace featuring beautiful set of 6 Seed Pearls and 3 half - Pearls complemented with rose and old diamond cut Diamonds. Centerpiece in solid Platinum on 18K Ye...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver
Antique Art Deco 5.39 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 5.39 Carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and im...
Diamond, Platinum
$10,800Sale Price|20% Off
Imperial Topaz & Pearl Gold Ring Certified Untreated, London, 1843 Size 10.5
Located in Northampton, MA
This vivid pink imperial topaz ring -hand-crafted in England over 180 years ago- is one of the rarest and most unapologetically regal rings you will ever encounter. A size 10.5 ring,...
Natural Pearl, Topaz, Pearl, Imperial Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian-era ring features an exquisite emerald-cut amethyst set in a platinum open work setting...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Platinum 1940s Aquamarine & Diamond Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1940’s Fabulous, vintage ring. Set with a gorgeous, faceted-cushion cut, natural aquamarine. Mounted in platinum, with a beautiful h...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
$384,000Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent Vintage GIA Certified 15 Carat Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Magnificent Vintage Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Ring This extraordinary antique ring showcases a breathtaking 15.01 carat natural Fancy Yellow old European cut diamond, certified by ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold
$9,000Sale Price|20% Off
Precious Topaz Ring Antique Certified Untreated Brazil Origin Size 8.5
Located in Northampton, MA
This is a genuinely impressive and rather spectacular ring. It features a large, cushion-cut reddish-orange precious topaz that has been certified natural, untreated and with a Brazi...
Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$6,800
Victorian 2.45 Ctw. Old Mine Cut Diamond 5-Stone Half-Hoop Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English Victorian era 2.45 Ctw. Old Mine Cut Diamond 5-Stone Ring composed of 18k yellow gold. With a center Old Mine Cut diamond that is estimated to be 0.88 carats and M-N color & ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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