Featured in Vogue Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Men Ring with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Inspired by the art deco era, this stunning ring is made of sterling silver and features a vivid 15x15x8 mm natural green quartz. It has been featured in prestigious publications suc...
Amethyst, Quartz, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver
Twist Love Amethyst Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handcrafted Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini design collection Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twist Love Amethyst Handcrafted Design Ring. Inspired by the union of two loves that twist together in a single ring, ...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,920Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Round Cut Amethyst and Diamond Ring. 2.4ct Cocktail Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6 US, Resizable Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Amethyst Stone Cut: Round Cut Style: Art Deco Width Of Band: 4.27 mm This exquisite vintage ring showcases a bre...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold Amethyst and Diamond Eternity Ring, 0.80ct
Located in Zurich, CH
This distinctive vintage eternity ring is beautifully crafted in luminous 18K white gold and showcases an elegant interplay of colour and brilliance. The design features approximatel...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 4.30 Carat Natural Diamond, Ruby and Amethyst Bird Motif Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 4.30 Carat Natural Diamond, Ruby and Amethyst Bird Motif Statement Ring This extraordinary statement ring showcases a graceful bird motif surrounded by natural diamond...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Rossella Ugolini Platinum Amethyst Emeralds Cocktail Ring Made in Italy
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini's Castle of Italy design collection, meticulously handcrafted in Platinum featuring a striking Sugarloaf Cabochon Amethyst accented by two cabochon Green Emeralds . ...
Amethyst, Emerald, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural White Sapphire & Amethyst Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural White Sapphitre & Amethyst Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience elev...
Amethyst, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural White Sapphire & Amethyst Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural White Sapphitre & Amethyst Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience elev...
Amethyst, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
18K Rose Gold Marquise Turquoise Diamond Halo Amethyst Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size- 4-12 Beautiful Handmade Art Deco Inspired Turquoise Diamond Halo Amethyst Engagement Ring Made in 18K Rose Gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold by Ksenia
Located in Marlow, GB
Amethyst Diamond Halo Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold A statement of colour, elegance, and quiet power. This exquisite ring features an 8.5ct natural amethyst—a vibrant, regal centre stone ...
Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Amethyst and Diamond Antique Style Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A perfect blend of vintage charm and graceful artistry. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total weight: 4.20 g.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 5.70 Carat Amethyst and Rhodolite Garnet Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.70 Carat Natural Amethyst Natural Rhodolite Garnet Ring – 14K Gold, 4.49g / 0.14 t oz
A celebration of complementary colors drawn from the earth, this ring brings...
Rhodolite, Garnet, Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$280Sale Price|20% Off
New 8.70 Carat Amethyst & Sapphire Rose Gold Plated Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love the beautiful colors of the stones in this ring. It's just a great combination. The ring is a size 6.25 and just stunning. The main stone is a fancy cut oval cut sapph...
Amethyst, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold
$1,331Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Lemon Amethyst & Lilac Tanzanite Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Lemon Amethyst & Lilac Tanzanite Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Marquee Shape Lemon Amethyst - 4.50 carats Natural Round Shape Lilac Tanzan...
Amethyst, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$665Sale Price|30% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Yellow Citrin & Amethyst Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Yellow Citrine & Amethyst Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience eleva...
Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Silver
IGI Certified 9.35 Carat Natural Diamond and Amethyst Rose Motif Statement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 9.35 Carat Natural Diamond and Amethyst Rose Motif Statement Ring This exclusive bespoke creation was specially handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind piece, and no identical ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold Plate
$604Sale Price / item|20% Off
Unisex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Round Cut Amethyst Solitaire Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex amethyst solitaire ring in 14K gold is a perfect minimalist jewelry to match with every outfit of your wardrobe. It's just a simple ring and simplicity is the ultimate form of...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$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
Amethyst Sapphire Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold, Circa 1990
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Amethyst, Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Late 20th Century A well-made late 20th-century dress ring set with an oval cabochon amethyst weighing approximately 5.14 carats, mounted in 18 ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Green Amethyst and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Perfect for those seeking an elegant and unique engagement ring. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 14K Rose Gold Total weight: 1.69 g.
Amethyst, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$1,512Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Amethyst & Topaz Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Wearing these spectacular Art Deco-style ring will undoubtedly make you the center of attention.
Amethyst, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Jewelry 8.52 Carat Amethyst Ring in 14 Karat Solid Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite ring, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold solid gold, features a captivating 8.52 carat amethyst. The amethyst’s vibrant purple hue is accentuated by a unique faceted cush...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Shaped Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring With White Amethyst
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:7.596g,D:0.47ct, Amet:3.03ct,Sapp:11.12ct,
Amethyst, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 0.84 Carat Natural Amethyst and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.84 Carat Diamond Amethyst Ring 14K Gold
This ring combines amethyst, diamond for a total gemstone weight of 0.84 carats. With a total gemstone weight of 0.84 carat...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 2.15 Carat Natural Amethyst and Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.15 Carat Amethyst Diamond Ring 14K Gold
This ring combines amethyst, diamond for a total gemstone weight of 2.15 carats. With a total gemstone weight of 2.15 carat...
Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
22.48 Carat Cushion Checkerboard Amethyst & Diamond Filigree 18K Two Tone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
The double-claw prongs at each corner of the cushion stone echo the Art Deco and Edwardian tradition of corner-held stones, while the filigree basket below them references the finest...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rossella Ugolini Platinum 18K Gold Amethyst Tourmaline Italian Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing Rossella Ugolini's captivating design collection, meticulously handcrafted in Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold, featuring a striking Pyramid Cut Amethyst accented by two cabo...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Amethyst with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 7.26 carats with Diamond 0.10 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 5.15 grams "We first opened doors i...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Amethyst Signet Ring By Rossella Ugolini Made in Italy
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18kt Yellow Gold Amethyst Signet Ring by Rossella Ugolini Made in Italy. A 10 x 10 mm sugarloaf cabochon amethyst is set in an 18kt yellow gold bezel.The bold amethyst setting is e...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rectangle Emerald Cut Purple Violet Amethyst & Diamond Step 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Weight: 4.50 g.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Amethyst & Lilac Tanzanite Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Green Amethyst & Lilac Tanzanite Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Marquee Shape Green Amethyst - 4.50 carats Natural Round Shape Lilac Tanzanite - 2....
Amethyst, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,031Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage Amethyst & Rose Garnet Ring in 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Garant, Amethyst &Multi Color Rose Cut Topaz - 18K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem Ring Beautiful Natural Amethyst - 12 carats Set in the middle Natural R...
Amethyst, Garnet, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$632Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Diamond & Amethyst Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Diamond & Amethyst Tear Drop Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Amethyst 1.00 carats Natural Diamonds 1.00 carats We pay for customs and duti...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Amethyst Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Multi Gem Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby - 8 Carat Natural Amethyst - 4 Carat Natural White Topaz - 4 Carat This ...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Split Shank Emerald Cut Purple Violet Amethyst & Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Weight: 4.15 g.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$945Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Topaz Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Topaz Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience elevate...
Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,012Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Topaz Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Topaz Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience elevated Medite...
Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Art Deco Style Ring Cocktail with Natural Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This stunning ring is made of 18 Karat Rose Gold and boasts a vibrant 15x15x8 mm natural light green quartz. It has been featured in publications such as Harper's Bazaar and Vogue U...
Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
$680Sale Price|20% Off
Quartz Engraved Rectangular Shape Amethyst Pyramid 14k Solid Yellow Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique ring with a big Engraved Rectangular Shape Quartz ,measuring 24 mm. x 29 mm x 10mm. and weighing 70 Carats with a nice Amethyst Pyramid measuring 10 mm x 12 mm set in 14 kt ye...
Amethyst, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$680Sale Price|20% Off
Lavender Jade Engraved Rectangular Shape Amethyst Pyramid 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique ring with a big Engraved Rectangular Shape Lavender Jade ,measuring 24 mm. x 31 mm x 10mm. and weighing 75 Carats with a nice Amethyst Pyramid measuring 10 mm x 12 mm set in 1...
Amethyst, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Green Amethyst Pink Tourmaline Vintage Style Oval Cocktail Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Encircling this serene focal stone is a scalloped, continuous halo of intensely saturated oval pink tourmalines, meticulously prong-set in rich yellow gold to create a striking, opul...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Amethyst, Lemon Quartz & Citrine Ring - 18K Gold & Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Amethyst, Lemon Quartz, Citrine & Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold & Silver A striking and highly collectible cocktail ring from Bochic’s celebrated “Ori...
Amethyst, Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold, Silver
Rossella Ugolini Amethyst White Diamonds 18k Gold Personalise Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
It can be tailored in 18k yellow gold upon request, catering to your individual preference. Inspired by Art Deco style, this ring features an 18 karat gold hexagonal-cut amethyst, ...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Lemon Amethyst & Lilac Tanzanite Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Lemon Amethyst & Lilac Tanzanite Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Marquee Shape Lemon Amethyst - 4.50 carats Natural Round Shape Lilac Tanzanite - 2....
Amethyst, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
Oval Shape Purple Violet Amethyst with Green Emerald & Diamond Cluster Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A highlight for ladies who favor extraordinary jewels. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 3.50 g.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zorab Creation Amethyst, Blue Topaz, Citrine Cocktail Ring
By Zorab Creation
Located in San Diego, CA
If the number three is symbolic to you, then we urge you to consider the beauty of this design. Three separate unique gems, Amethyst 0.59 carats, Blue Topaz 0.81 carats and Citrine 0...
Amethyst, Citrine, White Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Palladium
Green Amethyst Cocktail Ring with Ruby and Diamond in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by the bold geometry of Art Deco design, this Green Amethyst Cocktail Ring showcases an elongated green amethyst framed by vivid ruby accents and sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Amethyst, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
Cushion Cut Amethyst and Diamond Ring. 6.40ct Elongated Cocktail 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 US, Resizable Carat: Approx 6.40 Carats Stone: Amethyst Stone Cut: Elongated Cushion Cut Metal: Yellow Cut Style: Three-Stone A striking gemstone ring showcasing a ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Suffragette Amethyst Octagonal Aurora Ring 18 Karat Gold Green Dew Enamel
Located in London, GB
This Art Deco inspired ring using the venerable vitreous hot enamel which compliments the hand as the amethyst picks up the light.
Amethyst, White Gold, Enamel, Gold
$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
ARTHUR M. ANDERSON - Amethyst & 10K Gold Ring - United States - 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
ARTHUR M. ANDERSON - Art Deco Amethyst and 10K yellow gold ring - classic style - featuring one prong set purple Amethyst (oval faceted - approx. 3.01 carats - 8 mm.
Amethyst, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$826Sale Price / item|24% Off
Round amethyst & moissanites engagement 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst art-deco ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.4 gr depends from size.
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Engraved Rectangular Cushion Pink Opal Pyramid 14k Solid Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique ring with a big Engraved Rectangular Shape Amethyst ,measuring 22 mm. x 26 mm x 10mm. and weighing 54 Carats with a nice Pink Opal Pyramid measuring 10 mm x 12 mm set in 14 kt...
Amethyst, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$100Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silver Amethyst February Birthstone Zircon Everyday Halo Ring Gift for Fiancée
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst February Birthstone Zircon Cluster Everyday Halo Ring in 925 Solid Sterling Silver. You shall need these statement ring to make a statement with your look. Each piece featur...
Amethyst, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Engraved Oval Shape Natural Amethyst Round Ruby Cabochon Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique style ring with a Big Natural Engraved Oval Shape Amethyst ,measuring 22 mm. x 18 mm x 14 mm. and weighing 41 Carats with a nice Round Ruby Cab measuring 6 mm in diameter set...
Amethyst, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k TT Gold 15ctw Amethyst Seed Pearl Halo Floral Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring Width: 25.50mm (1") (top of the ring - north to south), 20.70mm (0.81") (east to west), 1.5mm (bottom of the shank) Ring Height: 9.20mm rise off the finger Condition: RARE antiq...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold
A Multi-Tone Amethyst and Rhodolite Garnet "Cluster" Ring in 9k Gold
Located in Den Haag, NL
Exuding the lush, intoxicating hues of a twilight vineyard, this cocktail ring is a masterclass in tonal harmony. A dense, meticulously arranged tapestry of gemstones creates a "bubb...
Amethyst, Garnet, 10k Gold
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.
Ready to rock? Some of our favorite jewelry designers and dealers share indispensable advice for choosing that most important ring.
Will your beloved be enchanted by an Edwardian ring or a trendy Art Deco piece? We clue you into period styles and tips for finding the perfect ring.