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Bishop Rings

Byzantine Architectural Gold Bishop Ring Set With intaglio
Byzantine Architectural Gold Bishop Ring Set With intaglio

Byzantine Architectural Gold Bishop Ring Set With intaglio

Located in Firenze, IT

The engraving depicting a lamb surmounted by a cross allows the object to be associated with a bishop's ring, since the Agnus Dei symbolically represents Christ, as attested by the e...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver And Gold Bishop Men's Ring With Carnelian Intaglio
Silver And Gold Bishop Men's Ring With Carnelian Intaglio

Silver And Gold Bishop Men's Ring With Carnelian Intaglio

Located in Firenze, IT

SILVER AND GOLD BISHOP MEN'S RING WITH CARNELIAN INTAGLIO Ring size: 8 ¾ Top size: 16 mm x 14 mm Weight: 16.89 gr.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, Silver

White Gold Earrings with Ceylon Sapphire and Diamonds
White Gold Earrings with Ceylon Sapphire and Diamonds

White Gold Earrings with Ceylon Sapphire and Diamonds

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W 0.36 in L 0.36 in

White Gold Earrings with Ceylon Sapphire and Diamonds

Located in Vannes, FR

In the Middle Ages, the sapphire became this symbol of the union of the prelate and the sky and adorned the rings of bishops. Go to our showcase page for more updates and click on t...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jill Garber Antique Austro Hungarian Cross Necklace with Turquoise and Amethyst
Jill Garber Antique Austro Hungarian Cross Necklace with Turquoise and Amethyst

Jill Garber Antique Austro Hungarian Cross Necklace with Turquoise and Amethyst

By Jill Garber

Located in Saginaw, MI

As such it was highlighted in crowns, scepters and rings, Christian Bishops once wore Amethyst rings because its purple color was meant to symbolize royalty and an allegiance to Christ

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2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Jill Garber Antique Goddess Cameo, Amethyst with French Medals Drop Necklace
Jill Garber Antique Goddess Cameo, Amethyst with French Medals Drop Necklace

Jill Garber Antique Goddess Cameo, Amethyst with French Medals Drop Necklace

By Jill Garber

Located in Saginaw, MI

As such it was highlighted in crowns, scepters and rings, Christian Bishops once wore Amethyst rings because its purple color was meant to symbolize royalty and an allegiance to Christ

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2010s American Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Jill Garber Sacred French Portrait of Christ, Amethyst and Onyx Festoon Necklace
Jill Garber Sacred French Portrait of Christ, Amethyst and Onyx Festoon Necklace

Jill Garber Sacred French Portrait of Christ, Amethyst and Onyx Festoon Necklace

By Jill Garber

Located in Saginaw, MI

As such it was highlighted in crowns, scepters and rings, Christian Bishops once wore Amethyst rings because its purple color was meant to symbolize royalty and an allegiance to Christ

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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gold-filled, Mixed Metal

Jill Garber 19th Century Sistine Madonna Angels Portrait Necklace with Amethyst
Jill Garber 19th Century Sistine Madonna Angels Portrait Necklace with Amethyst

Jill Garber 19th Century Sistine Madonna Angels Portrait Necklace with Amethyst

By Jill Garber

Located in Saginaw, MI

Many believe that the Amethyst crystal was synonymous with luxury. Christian Bishops once wore Amethyst rings because its purple color was meant to symbolize royalty and an allegianc...

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2010s American Rococo Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

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Rare Antique Imposing Amethyst Diamond Angel Bishop Ring, circa 1890
Rare Antique Imposing Amethyst Diamond Angel Bishop Ring, circa 1890

Rare Antique Imposing Amethyst Diamond Angel Bishop Ring, circa 1890

Located in Napoli, IT

Embraced By Angels Rare to get in our jewellery inventory, antique Bishop ring are very scarce in general This amazing 1890 ca example comes from a private collection, perfect condi...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Amethyst Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1780
Antique Georgian Amethyst Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1780

Antique Georgian Amethyst Ring 18 Carat Gold, circa 1780

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

Both the gallery and the shank also feature beautiful engraving all around. A Bishop’s Ring is a ring worn by bishops on the third finger of the right hand signifying that the bisho...

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Antique 1780s British Georgian More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Charlemagne Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Charlemagne Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Charlemagne Ring, 14 Karat Yellow Gold

By Olivia Cummings

Located in Kew, Victoria

Noticing the magic power of this ring, the bishop, wishing to deter Charlemagne, threw the gem into a nearby lake.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Magnificent Antique Bishops Ring Diamond & Emerald
Magnificent Antique Bishops Ring Diamond & Emerald

Magnificent Antique Bishops Ring Diamond & Emerald

Located in Chicago, IL

Large and Impressive Bishops Ring, 18K yellow Gold set with old Mine Cut Diamonds totaling 4 carats. and centrally set with a step cut Emerald weighing 6 carats.Finger size = 14, com...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1930s Yellow Gold Diamond & Amethyst Bishops Ring
1930s Yellow Gold Diamond & Amethyst Bishops Ring

1930s Yellow Gold Diamond & Amethyst Bishops Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa: 1930s 18K yellow Gold Bishops Ring. Centrally set with an Oval Amethyst Approximately 12 to 14 Carats and surrounded by approximately 2 Carats of old Mine Cut Diamonds.

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Vintage 1930s Unknown More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Bishops Ring
Antique Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Bishops Ring

Antique Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Bishops Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This gorgeous stone is approximately 20carat and set within a 9 carat gold bishops ring with the ankh symbol modelled in the gold on the shoulders.

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold

Vintage Rock Crystal Diamond Platinum and 18kt Gold Bishop's Ring
Vintage Rock Crystal Diamond Platinum and 18kt Gold Bishop's Ring

Vintage Rock Crystal Diamond Platinum and 18kt Gold Bishop's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Bishop's ring in platinum and 18kt yellow gold adorned with a large rock-crytal cross on a background of radiant decoration with cut sides in a scalloped entourage of eight-eight cut...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Ornate Pale Blue Sapphire Gold Bishops Ring
Victorian Ornate Pale Blue Sapphire Gold Bishops Ring

Victorian Ornate Pale Blue Sapphire Gold Bishops Ring

Located in London, GB

A highly decorative and ornate Bishop's ring carat 1899, finely crafted in 18 carat yellow gold with a large marquise-shaped pale blue sapphire intaglio carved with a mitre atop a sh...

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Antique 1890s Late Victorian More Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique Silver Saint Anthony of Padua Bishop Ring
Antique Silver Saint Anthony of Padua Bishop Ring

Antique Silver Saint Anthony of Padua Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

This ancient 18th century bishop’s ring, made of silver, has a peculiar mount lavishly decorated with side seraphim and a filigree in the lower part of the stem.

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Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Silver

Bishop's Ring 13 carat Citrine
Bishop's Ring 13 carat Citrine

Bishop's Ring 13 carat Citrine

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

18k yellow gold ring, substantial in size and design, with scrolling waves of golden texture surrounding a 13 carat oval citrine. The ring is sizable on request. The top measures 1 i...

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Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Amethyst Gold Bishop Ring
Antique Amethyst Gold Bishop Ring

Antique Amethyst Gold Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

This ring is designed out of with an oval faceted collet set amethyst. The 18Kt chased setting decorated with puttis holding religious symbols cups and tiara The ring has been ma...

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Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring
Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

BERNARDO ANTICHITÀ PONTE VECCHIO FLORENCE The Siberian Amethyst of which is only seen in Royal Regalia. 18kt Rose Gold mount with a Cross on each shoulder and in oval recesses. Siz...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Gold Intaglio Signet Bishop's Ring
Gold Intaglio Signet Bishop's Ring

Gold Intaglio Signet Bishop's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

BERNARDO ANTICHITÀ PONTE VECCHIO FLORENCE The oval shape with engraved armorial. Size: 10 1/2 Weight:20gr.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Retro Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring
Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Oval amethyst approximately 7ct and 18kt yellow gold mount with a carved winged putti on each shoulder. Size : 7 Weight:13,5gr.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Vintage Gold and Amethyst Bishop Ring
Vintage Gold and Amethyst Bishop Ring

Vintage Gold and Amethyst Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Square cut amethyst mounted 18kt gold and the shank engraved with religious symbols Size 10 Weight: 22,3gr.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Gold and Rubelite Bishop Ring
Antique Gold and Rubelite Bishop Ring

Antique Gold and Rubelite Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Bicolored gold and oval rubelite with religious symbol. Size : 8 1/4 Weight : 15,4gr.

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Antique 1890s Italian Belle Époque Signet Rings

Materials

Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold and Amethyst Bishop's Ring
18 Karat Gold and Amethyst Bishop's Ring

18 Karat Gold and Amethyst Bishop's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Oval amethyst approximately 8ct large body with high relief foliate decoration and depictions of crosses. Size : 9 Weight : 31gr.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Amethyst Bishop Ring
18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Amethyst Bishop Ring

18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Amethyst Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Ring in 18k yellow gold bezel-set with a large oval amethyst, the shoulder decorated with chiseled crosses Size 7 Weight 15,7 gr

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cushion Cut Amethyst Bishop Ring
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cushion Cut Amethyst Bishop Ring

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cushion Cut Amethyst Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Ring in 18k yellow gold bezel-set with a cushion cut amethyst, the shoulder decorated with chiseled cross Size 7 Weight 18,7 gr

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring .68ct Antique Platinum Bishop & Bishop
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring .68ct Antique Platinum Bishop & Bishop

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring .68ct Antique Platinum Bishop & Bishop

Located in Dearborn, MI

Genuine Original Art Deco Antique from 1930's Sapphire Diamond Ring .68ct Vintage Platinum Features a Genuine .53ct Natural Blue Round Sapphire at its Center Trademarked Bishop &...

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

An amethyst English Bishop seal ring
An amethyst English Bishop seal ring

An amethyst English Bishop seal ring

Located in Firenze, IT

The large marquise-cut amethyst with intaglio carved the seal of the english bishop ,collet set within a heavy 18ct yellow gold mounted, scroll engraved throughout, with the monog...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Antique Tiffany & Co. Amethyst Cabochon 18 Karat Gold Bishop Ecclesiastical Ring
Antique Tiffany & Co. Amethyst Cabochon 18 Karat Gold Bishop Ecclesiastical Ring

Antique Tiffany & Co. Amethyst Cabochon 18 Karat Gold Bishop Ecclesiastical Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

O'Connor - attributed to John J. O' Connor Bishop of Newark, NJ Fully signed Tiffany & Co.

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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jill Garber Amethyst Drop Earrings with Antique French Sacred Heart Medals
Jill Garber Amethyst Drop Earrings with Antique French Sacred Heart Medals

Jill Garber Amethyst Drop Earrings with Antique French Sacred Heart Medals

By Jill Garber

Located in Saginaw, MI

As such it was highlighted in crowns, scepters and rings, Christian Bishops once wore Amethyst rings because its purple color was meant to symbolize royalty and an allegiance to Christ

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2010s American Rococo Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Massive Bishop's Ring
Massive Bishop's Ring

Massive Bishop's Ring

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1880s, 18k. This striking Bishop's ring is set with a gorgeous 30.0-carat amethyst.

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Antique 1880s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold and Wood Bishop Ring, circa 1950
18 Karat Gold and Wood Bishop Ring, circa 1950

18 Karat Gold and Wood Bishop Ring, circa 1950

Located in Firenze, IT

Large gold and wood bishop ring with engraved ‘ Sicut Flumen Pacis’ Size 12

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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Silver-Gilt Saint Anthony of Padua Bishop Ring
Antique Silver-Gilt Saint Anthony of Padua Bishop Ring

Antique Silver-Gilt Saint Anthony of Padua Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Large bishop ring depicting in relief Saint Anthony of Padua on the top.

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Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Silver

Early 19th Century Bishop's Ring with Amethyst, Diamonds, and Blue Enamel
Early 19th Century Bishop's Ring with Amethyst, Diamonds, and Blue Enamel

Early 19th Century Bishop's Ring with Amethyst, Diamonds, and Blue Enamel

Located in New York, NY

An antique Bishop's ring of octagonal design centering on a foiled amethyst in a blue enamel and old mine diamond concentric surround, in 15K gold and silver.

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Antique 1810s British Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique Gold Poison Bishop Ring
Antique Gold Poison Bishop Ring

Antique Gold Poison Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

On the top engraved the bishop crest. On the back the initials I N D In Nomine Deus Extremely rare lover piece.

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Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring
Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Italian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Oval amethyst approximately 7ct and 18kt yellow gold mount with a carved cross on each shoulder. Size : 11 1/2 Weight:16,7gr.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

14 Karat Gold and Amethyst Metropolitan Museum of Art Bishop's Ring
14 Karat Gold and Amethyst Metropolitan Museum of Art Bishop's Ring

14 Karat Gold and Amethyst Metropolitan Museum of Art Bishop's Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very fine 14k gold and amethyst Bishop's ring. With a large oval amethyst cabochon prong set in 14 karat gold.

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20th Century American Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Antique French Topaz Gold Bishop’s Ring
Antique French Topaz Gold Bishop’s Ring

Antique French Topaz Gold Bishop’s Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

The oval cut topaz with religious symbol in three color gold Size : 9 Weight : 25gr.

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Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Signet Rings

Materials

Topaz, 18k Gold

19th Century Amethyst and Diamond Bishop Ring

19th Century Amethyst and Diamond Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

He married Mary Thomasina Simpson on 13th September 1855 and became Bishop of Limerick, Ardfert and Aghadoe in 1899, a position he held until his death.

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Diamond and Cameo Bishop's Ring
Antique Gold Diamond and Cameo Bishop's Ring

Antique Gold Diamond and Cameo Bishop's Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Oval hardstone cameo depicting Jesus and cluster old cut diamond mounted in silver and gold with cross on the side. Size : 10 Weight: 15,7gr.

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Early 20th Century Italian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Amethyst Bishop Ring
18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Amethyst Bishop Ring

18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Amethyst Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Ring in 18k yellow gold bezel-set with a large oval amethyst, the shoulder decorated with chiseled crosses Size 6 Weight 15,7 gr

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Cameo Saint John the Baptist Bishop Ring
18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Cameo Saint John the Baptist Bishop Ring

18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Cameo Saint John the Baptist Bishop Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

Episcopal ring in 18kt yellow gold decorated with cameo on amethyst depicting Saint John the Baptist 19th century period. Finger size 6 1/2 Weight 6,9gr.

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Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Extra Large Blue Stone Cabochon and 18 Carat Gold Bishops Ring
Vintage Extra Large Blue Stone Cabochon and 18 Carat Gold Bishops Ring

Vintage Extra Large Blue Stone Cabochon and 18 Carat Gold Bishops Ring

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This giant blue cabochon stone is absolutely stunning! The chunky 18ct gold band holds the stone perfectly with line detail around the setting of the deep blue stone. Ring Size: V...

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Vintage 1940s British Modern More Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Citrine Intaglio Three Color Gold Bishop Seal Ring
Citrine Intaglio Three Color Gold Bishop Seal Ring

Citrine Intaglio Three Color Gold Bishop Seal Ring

Located in Firenze, IT

The large rectangular shape step cut citrine with intaglio carved depicting the Madonna and Child, collet set within a heavy 18Kt rose and yellow gold mounted, scroll engraved throug...

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Vintage 1910s Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Ring 2.2 Carat Sapphire and 0.27 Carat Diamonds
White Gold Ring 2.2 Carat Sapphire and 0.27 Carat Diamonds

White Gold Ring 2.2 Carat Sapphire and 0.27 Carat Diamonds

Located in Vannes, FR

In the Middle Ages, the sapphire became this symbol of the union of the prelate and the sky and adorned the rings of bishops. French size: 51 English size: L US size: 5 1/2 It is po...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring
Victorian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Victorian Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine and rare Victorian period Bishop's ring. Signed 18ct yellow gold item signed for T & J Bragg jewelers, Birmingham England circa1850.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Antique French Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring
Antique French Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Antique French Amethyst Gold Bishop's Ring

Located in London, GB

The Siberian Amethyst of astounding hue and richness, the like of which is only seen in Royal Regalia. The Gold mount with a Cross on each shoulder and in oval recesses on either sid...

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Antique 1880s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Large Amethyst Silver Bishops Ring, circa 1800
Antique Georgian Large Amethyst Silver Bishops Ring, circa 1800

Antique Georgian Large Amethyst Silver Bishops Ring, circa 1800

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

The stone has adorned regal jewellery all around the world, from ancient Egypt to the British crown jewels. This style of ring was usually adorned with a large gemstone such as an A...

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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Silver

Antique, Georgian, Large Single Foiled Amethyst Ring
Antique, Georgian, Large Single Foiled Amethyst Ring

Antique, Georgian, Large Single Foiled Amethyst Ring

Located in Rochford, Essex

It is a rare and unusual ring, probably worn as a Bishops ring.

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Antique 19th Century British Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Georgian Amethyst Half Hoop Ring
Georgian Amethyst Half Hoop Ring

Georgian Amethyst Half Hoop Ring

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The prized purple gemstone was used to adorn both royal jewels and religious pieces such as bishop's rings. This Georgian era six stone ring features graduated amethysts in crimped g...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 9k Gold

Large Antique Gold and Amethyst Intaglio Ring
Large Antique Gold and Amethyst Intaglio Ring

Large Antique Gold and Amethyst Intaglio Ring

Located in London, GB

These large 19th century rings are often called Bishops Rings and this rich example may well have been made for a Bishop.

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Antique 1860s German Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

Gothic Cusped Ring
Gothic Cusped Ring

Gothic Cusped Ring

Located in New York, NY

These examples suggest not only an early date in the last half of the fourteenth century for our cusped ring, they imply that the ring was a bishop’s ring.

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English More Rings

Gothic Gemstone Ring
Gothic Gemstone Ring

Gothic Gemstone Ring

Located in New York, NY

However, its very fine twisted wire decoration and its large claw bezel relate it to other lavish rings associated with bishops and prelates from the 13th and 14th centuries.

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European More Rings

Medieval Gothic Gemstone Ring
Medieval Gothic Gemstone Ring

Medieval Gothic Gemstone Ring

Located in New York, NY

This is an exceptional ring of great beauty and considerable rarity. Its large claw bezel relate it to other lavish rings associated with bishops and prelates from the thirteenth and...

1.21 Carat Diamond Platinum Edwardian Engagement Ring
1.21 Carat Diamond Platinum Edwardian Engagement Ring

1.21 Carat Diamond Platinum Edwardian Engagement Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bishop is a vintage ring made from platinum and features a 1.21ct EGL certified Old Mine cut diamond with M color and VS1 clarity.

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Unknown Engagement Rings

Amethyst Bishops Gold and Diamond Ring
Amethyst Bishops Gold and Diamond Ring

Amethyst Bishops Gold and Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite designed bishops ring in fourteen karat yellow gold and detailing done in silver.

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Vintage 1950s Unknown More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

1850s Enamel Banded Agate Gold Bishop of Lincoln Ring
1850s Enamel Banded Agate Gold Bishop of Lincoln Ring

1850s Enamel Banded Agate Gold Bishop of Lincoln Ring

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional Victorian 'Bishop of Lincoln' ring. The banded agate has a carved 'leaping lion' with the words of 'MOBILIS IRA'; Leaping lion traditionally symbolizes strength, brave...

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Antique 1850s British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

A.Jeschel Cabochon Amethyst and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.
A.Jeschel Cabochon Amethyst and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.

A.Jeschel Cabochon Amethyst and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.

By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind

Located in Miami, FL

The focal point of this necklace is the heavy Sterling Silver cross, expertly crafted with a cabochon Amethyst, the traditional stone used in bishop's rings. The deep purple hue of t...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

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Located in New York, NY

Introducing the Lois D. Sasson Design Sterling Silver Lapis Lazuli Signet Men's Ring. This sophisticated piece features a striking round lapis lazuli set at the center of a matte fin...

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2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

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Located in Berlin, BE

Introducing the majestic and powerful men's ring adorned with a commanding rhodolith in an oval cut. This remarkable ring is not for the faint of heart—it exudes strength and asserts...

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Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Diamond Scene

Located in New York, NY

A stunning high quality Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace. 39.30 carats of fine Burma Ruby graduated to an over 4 carat center Ruby. 43.52 carts of white marquise, pear and round b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Cabochon Star Sapphire and Diamond Men's Ring
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Cabochon Star Sapphire and Diamond Men's Ring

Located in New York, NY

Cabochon Star Sapphire & Diamond Men's Ring Approximate Sapphire Weight: 9.71 Cts Diamond Weight: .16 Cts Ring Size: 7 Re-sizable free of charge

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Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold

Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915
Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915

Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915

Located in London, GB

Pigeon's blood Burmese ruby and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty six oval old cut natural unenhanced Pigeon's blood Burmese rubies in open back claw settings, ra...

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Vintage 1910s Unknown Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum

Giorgio’s Vintage Red Crocodile Mini Evening Bag with Gold Hardware
Giorgio’s Vintage Red Crocodile Mini Evening Bag with Gold Hardware

Giorgio’s Vintage Red Crocodile Mini Evening Bag with Gold Hardware

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This vintage mini evening bag by Giorgio’s is crafted in rich red crocodile leather, showcasing a glossy, textured surface that catches light with every movement. Its compact silhoue...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Bags and Minaudières

Unusual Surrealist Maison Gripoix Lady Bug Earrings
Unusual Surrealist Maison Gripoix Lady Bug Earrings

Unusual Surrealist Maison Gripoix Lady Bug Earrings

By Maison Gripoix

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Surrealist Maison Gripoix Lady Bug Earrings from the 1980's likely for Dominique Aurientis. These are unsigned but we have handled lady bug motifs of hers before. Beautifull...

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Vintage 1980s French Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Jadeite Jade Ring with Diamonds Certified Untreated Emerald Green
Jadeite Jade Ring with Diamonds Certified Untreated Emerald Green

Jadeite Jade Ring with Diamonds Certified Untreated Emerald Green

Located in Northampton, MA

This classic and substantial jade saddle ring features a vivid, highly translucent cabochon of certified untreated emerald green Burmese jadeite jade that is cut into the rectangular...

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2010s American Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold

20 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival Hieroglyphics
20 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival Hieroglyphics

20 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival Hieroglyphics

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare and wonderful antique Egyptian Revival Bracelet with eight graduated Scarab Beetles set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold with Hieroglyphics on the reverse of the Scarabs. ...

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20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sacchi Ancient Roman Coin Ring 18 Karat Satin Yellow Band Gold
Sacchi Ancient Roman Coin Ring 18 Karat Satin Yellow Band Gold

Sacchi Ancient Roman Coin Ring 18 Karat Satin Yellow Band Gold

By Sacchi Gioielli

Located in Rome, IT

Ancient Roman Coin Ring in Satin Yellow Gold, from Sacchi’s "Rome" Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique. Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techniques for creat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Ariadne & Dionysus Men's Solid Gold Ring 18K  Oltremare Gioielli made in Italy
Ariadne & Dionysus Men's Solid Gold Ring 18K  Oltremare Gioielli made in Italy

Ariadne & Dionysus Men's Solid Gold Ring 18K Oltremare Gioielli made in Italy

Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI

Discover the timeless romance of Greek mythology with this exquisite Ariadne & Dionysus men's ring, crafted in solid 18K gold, only made to order. This unique band tells the lege...

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2010s Italian Classical Greek Band Rings

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18k Gold

10.50 Carats Natural Sapphire and Diamond 18k Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring
10.50 Carats Natural Sapphire and Diamond 18k Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring

10.50 Carats Natural Sapphire and Diamond 18k Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

10.50 Carats Natural Sapphire and Diamond 18K Solid Yellow Gold Men's Ring Total Natural Sapphire Weights: Approx. 7.40 Carats Sapphire Measures: Approx. 8.00 x 8.00mm (1 square) ...

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2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rare Maison Gripoix Poured Glass Evening Bag
Rare Maison Gripoix Poured Glass Evening Bag

Rare Maison Gripoix Poured Glass Evening Bag

By Maison Gripoix

Located in New York, NY

Rare Gripoix Glass Haute Couture purse from the 1980's. A Chanel design, but made in custom colorations. Our Chanel Haute Couture client ordered these purses directly from Maison Gri...

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1980s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Bishop Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of bishop rings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 39 vintage editions and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of bishop rings to choose from, but Victorian and Retro bishop rings are of considerable interest. Browse our collection of 18 Amethyst versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. There are many round cut, briolette cut and cabochon bishop rings for sale. Most of our bishop rings for sale are for men, but there are 26 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much are Bishop Rings?

On average, bishop rings at 1stDibs sell for $4,500, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $38,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.