$1,024Sale Price|20% Off
By Designer Carat Jewellery 8.52ct Amethyst Ring in 14kt Yellow 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
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
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
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
Vintage 0.70 Carat Round Cut Amethyst Ring. Floral Motif 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Amethyst Center Amethyst Weight: 0.70 carats Center Amethyst Cut: Round Cut Center Amethyst Setting: Prong Set Jewelry Type: Ring Style: Vintage, Flor...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Sterling Silver Channel Set Amethyst Half Eternity Band Ring by Silvorra, 1.03ct
Located in New York, NY
A sleek 925 Sterling Silver band ring featuring 1.03 carats of square cut Amethyst gemstones, arranged in a refined channel set design. The seven 3 mm Amethyst gemstones display rich...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling 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
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
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
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
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
Vintage Solid 18K White Gold 0.80ct Purple Amethyst & Diamond Eternity Ring
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
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
1990s Sterling Silver 2.40 Carats Squared Amethyst Two Row Band Ring, Size 7.25
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A bold geometric statement from the 1990s, this sterling silver band showcases 2.40 carats of squared amethysts arranged in two crisp, parallel rows. Each stone displays a vivid purp...
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
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
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
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
$1,875Sale Price|25% Off
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
$1,750Sale Price|30% Off
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
$825Sale 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
2.44 Ct Amethyst Butterfly Design Ring 925 Sterling Silver 18K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Welcome to Blue Star Gems NY LLC! Discover popular engagement ring & wedding ring designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for yo...
Amethyst, Zircon, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, Silver
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
$2,021Sale Price|20% Off
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
$1,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
34.23 CTW Statement Amethyst Cocktail Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
34.23 CTW Statement Amethyst Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural amethyst of 34.23 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Amethyst encourages self-contr...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
1.37 Carat Fancy Cushion Cut Amethyst Sterling Silver Engagement Bridal Ring
By Lustre of London
Located in London, GB
Bursting with vibrant violet hues, this beautifully multifaceted ring will attract admiring glances. Featuring an oval cushion cut amethyst weighing 1.37 carat, surrounded by 2.28 ...
Amethyst, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Silver
$1,500Sale Price / item|25% Off
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
Emerald Cut Purple Violet Amethyst & Diamond Shoulder 14K White Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Grain set diamonds sparkle at both sides and shoulders. The style of this ring is classically Art Deco. 14K Gold. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Total weight: 3.90 g.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,508Sale Price / item|20% Off
18.2 Carat Pear Cut Amethyst Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst Cocktail Ring in 14K Gold is a perfect statement jewelry to match with every outfit of your wardrobe. It's just a simple ring and simplicity is the ultimate form of sophisti...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Sterling Silver Cushion Cut 1.72 CT Natural Amethyst Solitaire Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 sterling silver ring highlights a single natural amethyst as its stunning focal point. The cushion-cut gemstone measures 8x6 mm and weighs 1.72 carats, securely set ...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
1.07 Ctw Amethyst Ring 925 Sterling Silver 18K Rose Gold Plated Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
♥ Welcome to Blue Star Gems Our Joyful and Meaningful Jewelry At Blue Star Gems, we are passionate about providing joyful and statement jewelry for everyday wear. Our collection feat...
Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold Plate
3.11 Ct Amethyst Halo Ring 925 Sterling Silver 18K Rose Gold Plated Bridal Ring
Located in New York, NY
Welcome to Blue Star Gems NY LLC! Discover popular engagement ring & wedding ring designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for yo...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold, Silver
12.00ct Amethyst and 1.25ct Natural Diamonds D-F / VS, 14K Gold Statement Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This design features 1.25 carat of VS white untreated natural diamonds, the perfect contrast to the translucent purple of this 12.00 carat natural Amethyst ring. The smooth yellow go...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Sterling Silver Marquise-Cut Amethyst and White Zircon Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant solid 925 sterling silver, band showcases marquise-cut natural amethyst gemstones accented by sparkling white zircon stones. The amethysts are arranged in three distinct...
Amethyst, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pink Opal 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 Pink Opal ,measuring 27 mm. x 22 mm x 10mm. and weighing 60 Carats with a nice Pyramid Amethyst measuring 10 mm x 12 mm set in 14 kt...
Amethyst, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Amethyst 0.40 Karat White Diamonds Rose Gold Exagonal Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karat Amethyst 0.40 Karat White Diamonds Rose Gold Exagonal Design Ring Here there is a beautiful design ring handcrafted in 18 karats rose gold and embellished with 0.40 karats ...
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Amethyst 0.40 Karat White Diamonds Rose Gold Exagonal Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karat Amethyst 0.40 Karat White Diamonds Rose Gold Exagonal Design Ring Here there is a beautiful design ring handcrafted in 18 karats rose gold and embellished with 0.40 karats ...
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
9.31 CTTW Mixed Color Sapphire, Amethyst, Garnet, Diamond Cluster Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Mix Colored Sapphire, Amethyst, Garnet, Diamond Cluster Ring. This dome ring features a mixture of colors and gemstones. Each gemstone is secured in a prong setting. The ring featu...
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Featured in Vogue Yellow Gold-Plated Minimalist Ring with Amethyst
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 natural amethyst. It has been featured in prestigious publications such as Harper's B...
Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
$217Sale Price / item|50% Off
Solid Silver Octagon Cut Amethyst Eternity Unisex Band Ring in Prong Setting
Located in New York, NY
Octagon Cut Amethyst Eternity Ring in Prong Setting for Women in sterling silver. You shall need these band ring to make a statement with your look. These band ring create a sparklin...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
$4,200Sale Price|30% Off
HRD 14K 10.30 ct Natural Vivid Purple Amethyst Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*HRD 14K 10.30 ct Natural Vivid Purple Amethyst Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring* This ring features a 10.30 carat natural vivid purple Amethyst set on the 14K yellow gold band and...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Silver 2.7Ct Natural Amethyst Octagon Halo Ring with Zircon Accents
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring showcases a radiant 2.7 carat natural amethyst, expertly cut in an octagon shape measuring 10x7 mm. The centerpiece is elegantly surrounded by a shimmering halo o...
Amethyst, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Unusual Art Deco Yellow Sapphire with Calibre Amythests
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Elegant French Art Deco Ring with Calibre Cut Amythests and Cushion Cut Yellow Sapphire Ring circa 1930 France. Approx 2.25 carat antique cushion cut in platinum knife ridge ...
Amethyst, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 18ct Cushion-Cut Purple Amethyst & Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Crafted in luxurious 18K White Gold with an elegant double-band design, this Art Deco–inspired ring blends glamour, geometry, and timeless sophistication—perfect for lovers of vivid ...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst Red Enamel Cocktail Ring Made in Italy
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Bold 18-karat yellow gold cocktail ring with amethyst and red enamel by Rossella Ugolini, handmade in Italy. This cocktail ring is handmade in 18-karat yellow gold. At its center is ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
1.5 Carat Natural Purple Amethyst 0.52 Carat Black Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
1.5 carat natural purple Amethyst adorned by a double halo of black diamonds for a total carat weight of 0.52 carats, conceived in a hand made 18k white gold ring, black rhodium plat...
Amethyst, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Pink Amethyst and Diamond Antique Style Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A romantic celebration of elegance and charm. A cushion-shaped pink amethyst takes center stage, radiating soft, captivating hues. Surrounding it, diamonds are arranged like delicate...
Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$6,688Sale Price|20% Off
22cts Zambian Amethyst Ring with Earth Mined Diamond Accents in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
This striking ring features a large 20x15mm oval amethyst, set in solid 14K white gold and accented with natural, earth-mined diamonds. With its bold presence and classic elegance, i...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$958Sale Price / item|44% Off
Round amethyst & colorless topazes engagement 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst art-deco ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.4 gr depends from size Gemstones: Amethyst: 2 ct, round cut, transparent clarity Topazes: round brilliant cut, colorless.
Topaz, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$1,232Sale Price / item|20% Off
February Birthstone Amethyst Women Ring with Diamonds in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
February Birthstone Amethyst Women Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural amethyst of 0.69 carats and diamonds of 0.42 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$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
Cushion Cut Amethyst and Diamond Ring. 6.40ct Elongated Cocktail 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Amethyst Center Amethyst Weight: 6.40ct Center Amethyst Cut: Elongated Cushion Cut Secondary Stones: Amethysts and diamonds Secondary Stone Weight: Am...
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Gin & Grace 14K White Gold Diamond Ring (I1) with Pink Amethyst For Women
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Engagement ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. This ring is made up of 9MM Round-Cut Prong Setting Genuine Pink Ameth...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
5 Carat Amethyst Ring. Oval Cut Natural 18K Yellow Gold Crown Style Ten Prong
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Natural Amethyst Center Amethyst Weight: Approximately 5.00 Carats Center Amethyst Cut: Oval Cut Jewelry Type: Solitaire Ring Style: Solitaire Ring, P...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Featured in Vogue Eighteen Karat Solid Rose Gold Minimalist Men Amethyst Ring
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This piece can be personally signed for the same price. The ring reflects the art deco spirit and fits to women and men.
Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst White Sapphire and Black Enamel Antique Style Cocktail Ring in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Perfect for special occasions or turning everyday moments into something extraordinary. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 9K White Gold Total weight: 6.80 g.
Amethyst, Sapphire, Onyx, Enamel, 9k Gold, White Gold
$3,996Sale Price|20% Off
14k Gold Left Facing Amethyst Cameo Ring w/ Seed Pearl Filigree & Floral Frame
Located in Montclair, NJ
This rare antique art deco ring was crafted from solid 14k yellow & green gold with rose gold accents.
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow 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.