$1,286Sale Price|20% Off
Aria Jewelry Design 56ct Amethyst Cocktail Ring in Sterling Silver
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This extraordinary 56‑carat square Amethyst ring is truly awe‑inspiring, showcasing a magnificent 23x21MM gemstone with a striking checkerboard‑cut table that catches the light fro...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
$200Sale Price|50% Off
Vintage Sterling Silver 1.10ct Square Amethyst & Quartz Band Ring, Size 7.5
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Please consider any applicable import duties or taxes in your country when making your offer—we’re happy to work with you to find a fair and satisfying arrangement Product Details: ...
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Captivating 10.56 Carat Square Cushion Amethyst Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
This captivating ring features a magnificent square cushion mixed-cut amethyst as its centerpiece, boasting an impressive weight of 10.56 carats.
Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold
$212Sale Price|50% Off
Vintage Sterling Silver 1.6ct Square Amethyst & White Quartz Ring, Size 7.75
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This sterling silver ring centers a beautifully saturated 1.60‑carat square‑cut amethyst, uniquely set on its side, its royal purple hue glowing with crisp, architectural precision.
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
$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
$4,000
Platinum Amethyst Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features a richly colored amethyst with a clean, geometric cut that captures and reflects light beautifully. The vibrant purple hue symbolizes nobility and mystery,...
Amethyst, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold Square Sugarloaf Amethyst Modern Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This lovely ring has a square sugarloaf cabochon cut dark purple color amethyst center, bezel set atop a modern profile, and wide, high polished yellow gold band.
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,260Sale Price|20% Off
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
White Gold Amethyst Diamond Five-Stone Band - 14k Buff Top Square 3.24ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Amethysts Carat(s): 3.05ctw Cut: Buff Top Square C...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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
Boucheron Amethyst Single-Stone Ring
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
At the centre of the face lies a prominent square-shaped amethyst boasting a deep purple hue.
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
The Divine Collection has a unique blend of history, tradition and modern refinement inspired by the baroque period and its sophisticated style, providing extreme magnificence and p...
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Gold 20ct Large Emerald Cut Amethyst Solitaire Squared Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Rich Deep Purple Color - 18x13mm - 18-20ct (approx.) Material: 14K Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 13.27 Grams Ring ...
Amethyst, 14k Gold
4.78 Carat Amethyst Square Cushion and 18k Yellow Gold Engraved Band Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful ring features a lovely lavender color amethyst that has been set in a handmade 18k yellow gold bezel. The cushion-shaped gemstone has beautifully rich color and is acc...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18K White Gold Art Deco Amethyst Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Art Deco ring in 18k white gold with amethyst. The ring is marked 18k and weighs 3.7 grams. There are two light purple amethyst stones, 8mm x 6mm each. Along the sides of the ring ar...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman silver and 14KT gold ring amethyst ring
By David Yurman
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning David Yurman ring with amethyst made in 14KT gold and silver. Pre-owned, year unknown. Amethyst are natural. Ring will come with gift box. WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS:...
Quartz, Amethyst, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier Pasha Citrine & Amethyst Round Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pasha Citrine & Amethyst Round Ring From the Pasha collection, this modern ring features citrine (approximately 2.40 carats) and amethyst (approximately 1.40 carats) gemston...
Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.7 Carat Green Amethyst Ring White Gold Square Step Cut Solitaire Art Deco
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a radiant 3.7 Carat Square Step Cut fine Green Amethyst ring. The gorgeous antique Hollywood Regency - Art Deco Ring in 10 Karat White Gold has a wonderful 3.7 carat squa...
Amethyst, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold
Classic Amethyst Topaz Peridot White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made in the manner of Chanel Coco baroque style, classic 18k white gold ring , set with amethyst, blue topaz and peridot. Ring size - 6, ring top - 21mm x 21mm. Marked: K18WG. Weigh...
Amethyst, Peridot, Topaz, White Gold
Yianni Creations Amethyst and Diamond Fine Silver 950 Square Wide Band Ring
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
This Yianni Creations handmade band ring from Ammos Collection is 100% handcrafted in Greece from Fine silver 950 purity and plated with palladium to resist the elements. The stunnin...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Palladium, Silver, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Men's Modern Amethyst Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold men's modern amethyst ring. The ring has 4 square step cut purple amethyst stones.
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$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
Yellow Gold Amethyst Bypass Ring - 10k Marquise & Square 2.25ctw Sz 7 1/2
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethysts Carat(s): 2.25ctw Cut: Marquise & Square Color: Purple Total Carats: 2.25ctw Style: Solitaire with...
Amethyst, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,558Sale Price|29% Off
Stylish 0.80ct Square Cut Dome Diamond Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elevate your style with the Luxurious Diamond and Amethyst Square Cut Ring, a statement piece that combines sophistication with vibrant elegance, making it the perfect addition to yo...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Bradenton, FL
14k Yellow Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring. 9.8 dwts. The dimensions of the amethyst baguette are approximately 19 mm length x 14 mm width x 6 mm depth. The ring has six round single ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Ring Set in 14 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 14.66 carats Ring set in 14 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 8.06 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situ...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Contemporary 36.10 carat amethyst diamond 14k white gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking contemporary amethyst ring is a bold and glamorous statement piece, centered by an impressive 36.10 carat square faceted cut amethyst.
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Cut Amethyst Cts 2 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Let one brilliant facet of your love shine eternally. The 2-carat cushion-cut amethyst in this stunning engagement ring radiates a deep, royal purple color. Additionally, eight ro...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
Vintage Style Double Amethyst & Diamond Yellow Gold Halo Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This beautiful Vintage inspired amethyst ring is centered with two square cut amethysts and accented with sparkling diamond halo.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,120Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Amethyst Set Contemporary Horizontal Elongated Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This unusual ring has a square, half-faceted, and half cabochon cut, medium to dark purple color amethyst, offset into a wide, elongated contemporary split, dec...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Amethyst and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous amethyst stone in this cluster is a bright purple colour which is complimented by the bright diamonds which surround it. The diamonds total approx 30pts. The ring is mod...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Topaz, Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver, Rhodium
German Kabirski Jabbah Singular Edition Silver Ring with Amethyst & Spinel
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Its open-ended square band makes the structure especially unusual, moving away from a traditional ring shape and giving the piece a more experimental character.
Amethyst, Spinel, Black Spinel, Silver, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
$399Sale Price|33% Off
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Pink Amethyst Ring White Topaz 8.29 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Pink Amethyst = 7.69 Carats 2 White Topazes = 0.60 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling 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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