$348Sale Price / item|42% Off
Amethyst ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst in 925 silver ring. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 2.2 g. depends from size.
Amethyst, Topaz, Silver
$1,328Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver* Gemstones: • Natural Ruby: 2.00 Carats • Natural Amethyst: 13.00 Carats • Metal: 18K Gold o...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Checkered Amethyst Ring with Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Attractive and a real cocktail ring with checkered Amethyst in center with pave bubbles all around. Ring Size: 7.25 ( Can be sized ) 18k:1.35g Diamond: 1.3ct Slv:11.49gm Amethyst:...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Ring with 18K Yellow Gold trim Set In 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Sewickley, PA
This striking artisan ring features a beautifully faceted cushion-cut amethyst at its center, radiating a rich violet hue that catches the light from every angle.
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$960Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Peridot & Green Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Peridot & Green Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Peridot and Green Amethyst 16 Carat This Ring is from the "Orient" traveling collec...
Amethyst, Peridot, 18k Gold, Silver
$125Sale Price / item|50% Off
Round Purple Amethyst Cluster Unisex Dome Ring for Him in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Round Purple Amethyst Cluster Dome Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these dome ring to make a statement with your look.
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
Oval Green Amethyst Everyday Wear Gemstone Ring for Mom Gift in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Dainty Oval Green Amethyst Everyday Wear Gemstone Ring, 925 silver. elegant ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver and features a 0.65 carat natural green amethyst, known for it...
Amethyst, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby Cabochon - 7.00 carats Natural Amethyst - 3.00 carats Natural Round Brillian...
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,032Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Rhodolite & Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby, Rhodolite & Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby 14.00 Carat Natural Rhodolite & Amethyst 19.00 Carats Th...
Amethyst, Ruby, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst & Topaz Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst & Topaz Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Amethyst - 16 Carats Natural White Topaz - 2 Carats This Ring is from the "Capri" travelin...
Amethyst, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
Classic Square Cut Amethyst and Citrine Stone Ring for Women in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Classic Square Cut Amethyst and Citrine Stone Ring in sterling silver.
Amethyst, Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst & Blue Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst & Blue Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pear Shape Amethyst 14.00 carats Natural Blue Topaz 14.00 carats This Ring is from t...
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
5.50 Carat Amethyst and 3.08 ctw White Zircon Ring in Sterling Silver Size 10
Located in Webster, SD
This brilliant, sold-out, hard to find ring makes a royal statement. A 10x15mm 5.50 carat cushion-cut purple amethyst is regally set within a collection of 3.08 ct. t.w. white zircons.
Amethyst, Zircon, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Square Cut Amethyst & Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Square Cut Amethyst & Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Classic and Chic Italian style Natural Amethyst - 2.50 carats Natural Topaz - 0.50 cara...
Amethyst, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst, Citrine & Peridot Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst, Citrine & Peridot Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Amethyst - 3 Carats Natural Citrine - 3 Carats Natural Peridot - 3 Carats Natura...
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Silver
$348Sale Price / item|40% Off
Amethyst casual ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Simple amethyst ring in 925 silver. Metal type: 925 silver Weight 2.4 g depends from size Gemstones: Central stone: Natural amethyst Cut: round Weight: approx 0.80 ct. total.
Amethyst, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby 14.00 Carat Natural Peridot, Amethyst, Ruby, Citrine, Topaz 9.00 Carats This R...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Amethyst & White Topaz Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Amethyst & White Topaz Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Center Amethyst 14.00 Carat Natural Amethyst and White Topaz 16.00 Carats This Ring ...
Amethyst, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
Floral Halo Blue Topaz and Amethyst Statement Ring for Women in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS: Metal - 925 Solid Silver Gemstone - Blue Topaz, Amethyst Gemstone Shape - Round, Square, Marquise Gemstone pcs - 25 Gemstone Weight - 4.94 cts Gross Weight -5.92 gr...
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
$290Sale Price / item|50% Off
Amethyst spiral ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst spiral ring. Oval Amethyst ring in 925 silver.
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
$303Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary Ring in Purple Enamel on Silver with Amethyst and Tourmalines
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
The Purple Striped Ring in polished sterling silver and enamel, set with lilac and deep violet tourmaline stones and amethyst The design is inspired by the stripe pattern.
Tourmaline, Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
4.80 ct Everyday Green Amethyst Single Stone Ring for Him in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Everyday Green Amethyst Single Stone Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these Single Stone Ring to make a statement with your look.
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
$152Sale Price / item|50% Off
5.14 carat Cushion Cut Natural Amethyst Gemstone Ring in 925 Silver for Mom Gift
Located in New York, NY
This 5.14 carat Cushion Cut Natural Amethyst Solitaire Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these solitaire ring to make a statement with your look.
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
$383Sale Price / item|44% Off
Pear amethyst ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pear amethyst in 925 silver ring. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 2.2 g. depends from size Main stone amethyst Color: lavender to purple Pear cut, 1 ct. approx Clarity: transparent Si...
Amethyst, Topaz, Silver
$348Sale Price / item|42% Off
Oval amethyst ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval amethyst ring in 925 silver. Metal: 925 silver Weight 2.38 gr depends from size Gemstones: Amethyst: oval cabochon shape, purple color, VS transparent clarity, weight 2.5 ct a...
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
$383Sale Price / item|41% Off
Amethyst cabochon ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst cabochon in 925 silver ring. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 2.7 gr depends from size Amethyst: oval cabochon shape, purple color, transparent clarity, 1 piece aprox 2.5 ct Diamo...
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
$418Sale Price / item|40% Off
Oval amethyst ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval amethyst ring in 925 silver. Genuine amethyst gold ring.
Amethyst, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Peridot & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby, Peridot, Citrine, Topaz & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby 14.00 Carat Natural Peridot, Amethyst, Ruby, Cit...
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Handmade Sterling Silver 24.3CT Emerald Cut Amethyst Ring, Brazil
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Exquisite 24.3CT Emerald Cut Amethyst Ring in Handmade Sterling Silver Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning 24.3CT Emerald Cut Amethyst ring, meticulously crafted in ha...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
$1,016Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby 2.00 Carat Natural Amethyst, 13.00 Carats This Ring is from the "Orient" trave...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
Natural Oval Cut Amethyst with Zircon Fine Jewelry Ring for Gift in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
February Birthstone Amethyst Women Ring with Cubic Zirconia in sterling silver.
Amethyst, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$205Sale Price / item|50% Off
Emerald Cut Citrine & Amethyst Three Stone Cocktail Ring in 925 Sterling silver
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS: Metal - 925 Solid Silver Gemstone - Amethyst, Citrine Gemstone Shape - Octagon Gemstone Size: 13.9x10.1 mm Gemstone pcs - 3 Gemstone Weight - 12.65 cts Gross Weight...
Amethyst, Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby, Peridot & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby, Peridot, Citrine, Topaz & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby 14.00 Carat Natural Peridot, Amethyst, Ruby, Citrine, To...
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$418Sale Price / item|40% Off
Genuine Amethyst ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst in 925 silver ring. Metal: 925 silver: yellow and white.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby, Peridot & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby, Peridot, Citrine, Topaz & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby 14.00 Carat Natural Peridot, Amethyst, Ruby, Citrine, To...
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Square Cut Amethyst & Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Square Cut Amethyst & Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Classic and Chic Italian style Natural Amethyst - 2.50 carats Natural Topaz - 0.50 carats This...
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Amethyst, Citrine & Topaz Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Amethyst, Citrine & Topaz Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Center Amethyst 11.00 Carat Natural White Topaz, Blue Topaz, Citrine 13.00 Carats ...
Amethyst, Citrine, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Blue Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Blue Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Amethyst 2.00 carats Natural Blue Topaz 8.00 carats Natural Ruby 2.00 carats This Ri...
Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
Purple Amethyst Gemstone Cocktail Sterling Silver Ring for Engagement Gift
Located in New York, NY
Natural Amethyst Gemstone Cocktail Sterling Silver Ring in sterling silver.
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
$348Sale Price / item|40% Off
Mens Ring with Amethyst
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mens Ring with Amethyst in 925 silver. Metal: 925 silver Total weight: 1.8 g. depends from ring size.
Amethyst, Silver
Emma Chapman Limited Edition Amethyst Gold Plate Ring, Sterling Silver
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
We have used hand-cut pear shaped amethysts and made the ring in sterling silver, with a gold micron plated top.
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
$348Sale Price / item|37% Off
Pear amethyst adjustable ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pear amethyst in 925 silver ring. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 2 g. depends from size.
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
$383Sale Price / item|44% Off
Thistle ring with amethyst
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Thistle ring with natural amethyst in 925 silver. Metal type: 925 silver Weight: 2.4 g depends from size.
Amethyst, Peridot, Silver
Bochic Orient Vintage Emerlad & Amethyst Ring, 18K Gold & Silver, 1998
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Emeralds 2.00 Carat Natural Amethyst, 13.00 Carats Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Wei...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Silver
$205Sale Price / item|50% Off
25.90 CTW Green Amethyst Three Stone Ring in Sterling Silver Gift for Grandma
Located in New York, NY
25.90 CTW Green Amethyst Three Stone Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these three stone ring to make a statement with your look.
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
$290Sale Price / item|50% Off
Snake ring with Amethyst
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Snake ring with Amethyst. Amethyst in 925 silver ring.
Amethyst, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Silver
$1,336Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Multi Tourmaline & Amethyst Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Multi Tourmaline & Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Amethyst - 17.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Multi Color Fancy Tourmalines 9.0...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
$202Sale Price / item|50% Off
17.6 CTW Green Amethyst Three Stone Unisex Ring in Sterling Silver Gift for Him
Located in New York, NY
17.6 CTW Green Amethyst Three Stone Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these three stone ring to make a statement with your look.
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,016Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Natural Multi Tourmaline & Amethyst Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Tourmaline & Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Amethyst - 17.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Multi Color Fancy Tourmalines 9.00 Carat ...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,016Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Natural Multi Tourmaline & Amethyst Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Tourmaline & Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Amethyst - 17.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Multi Color Fancy Tourmalines 9.00 Carat ...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
$348Sale Price / item|46% Off
Elegant Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Diamond Halo Amethyst Ring in 925 silver. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 2 g - depends on size Central gemstone: Amethyst: round shape, violet color, Si clarity, 0.70 ct Diamonds: G/VS1...
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Art Deco 3.9 Ct Amethyst & Blue Topaz Three-Stone Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This captivating ring from Silvorra is expertly crafted in solid 925 sterling silver, featuring a dazzling 9.8 mm round-cut amethyst weighing 3.9 carats.
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,274Sale Price|30% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Multi Sapphire Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” 19 Carat Ruby, Multi Sapphire & Amethyst Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold & Silver A bold and captivating statement ring from Bochic’s iconic “Capri” Traveling Collection, ...
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
Minimalist Oval Cut Amethyst Single Stone Ring with Silver Jewelry Gift for Wife
Located in New York, NY
This Minimalist Oval Cut Amethyst Single Stone Ring in 925 Sterling Silver.
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Honey Sapphire, Garnet & Amethyst Ring -18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Honey Sapphire, Garnet & Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Honey Sapphire - 7.00 carats Natural Mult Topaz - 2.00 carats Natural Green Garant ...
Amethyst, Garnet, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Yellow Gold-Plated Contemporary Ring with Amethyst Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This stunning ring is made of yellow gold-plated sterling silver and boasts a vibrant 15x15x8 mm amethyst quartz.
Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Oval Shape Amethyst & Diamond Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Oval Shape Amethyst & Diamond Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Round Shape Center Amethyst 24,00 Carat Natural Diamond 0.50 Carat This Ring is from...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
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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