Syna Yellow Gold Large Amethyst Ring
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Amethyst 7.5 carats approx. Ring size US 6.0, can be sized upon request. Fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold, this magnificent ring showcases an opulen...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 10k Filigree Amethyst Solitaire Ring
Located in Webster, SD
It features a 2 carat, round cut natural amethyst set in a filigree design.
Amethyst, 10k Gold
Classic Cushion-Cut Amethyst with Round Diamond Accents 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Ring is made up of Cushion-cut (1 pcs) 11.85 carat Amethyst and Round-cut White Diamond (26 pcs) 0.13 carat.
Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Round Cabochon Deep Rich Purple Amethyst w/ Diamond Accents Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Round Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Deep Purple Color - 15mm (approx.) (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set -F/G...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Amethyst & Diamond Ring 0.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K White Gold Diamond & Amethyst Ring G-H, i1 ,.50ct Diamond 6.9g Ladies diamond and amethyst ring with 14k white gold setting.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Diamond Amethyst Handmade Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Feminine jewellery set combined with graduation of purple stones from MOISEIKIN® is dedicated for elegant ladies who enjoy the change of season, and the colour transition of sky ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
$347Sale Price|20% Off
Amethyst & Topaz Ring 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Purple & Sky Blue Round Gems
Located in Peshawar, PK
💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Amethyst & Blue Topaz ⚖️ WEIGHT: 3.41 Grams 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Round Brilliant Cut 💍 RING SIZE (US): 7 🌈 COLOR: Purple with Sky Blue Setting METAL: 925 Sterling S...
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
Round Amethyst & Diamond 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
This exquisite amethyst and diamond three-stone ring is a truly elegant statement piece that promises to lift everyday looks while shining just as bright for special occasions.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Oval Amethyst Ring with Round Diamond 0.03 TDW
Located in Manhasset, NY
10 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Oval Amethyst Ring with Round Diamond 0.03 TDW. Size 8 2.32 grams total weight.
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold
Platinum 3.50ct Diamond and Amethyst Ring MF37-020526
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A vibrant 21.0 carat Amethyst center stone makes this ring impossible to ignore. Incredibly bold, the Platinum setting sparkles and shines thanks to inset Diamonds with a total weigh...
Diamond, Amethyst, Platinum
Diamond, Amethyst & Ruby 14k Gold Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful 14k Gold ring from the late 20th century featuring a thick band with a round cut Ruby, Amethyst and Diamond in a caved in circular prong setting.
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Contemporary Amethyst Sapphires White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Lisboa, PT
This contemporary amethyst and sapphires white gold ring is a bold expression of sculptural design and vibrant color. Crafted in 18 kt white gold (750‰) with a polished finish, the r...
Amethyst, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Quartz Amethyst Sterling Silver Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver ring set with a crazy cut amethyst. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the exc...
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Amethyst Topaz and Diamond Love Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Love ring in 18kt white gold set with 34 diamonds 2.03 cts and 125 amethyst 7.32 cts Size 53
Amethyst, Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst Topaz and Diamond Love Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Love ring in 18kt white gold set with 17 diamonds 1.01 cts and 85 amethyst 4.31 cts and 88 topaz 2.38 cts Size 55
Amethyst, Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Amethyst & Diamond Cocktail Ring 10kt Yellow Gold Light Purple Amethyst Gemstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Amethyst & Diamond ring in 10KT yellow gold. Stunning cocktail ring, estate.
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,580 / item
Hand-Crafted 14K Gold 1.75CT Amethyst Cocktail Ring
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte and Hammer-Finished Cocktail Ring, Centered with a Round 8mm Checkerboard-Cut 1.75CT Amethyst Semi-Precious Color Stone
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mellerio 1.70 carat amethyst platinum cocktail ring
By Mellerio
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage platinum ring by Mellerio features a vivid amethyst framed by baguette diamonds, embodying timeless French elegance and refined craftsmanship.
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Large Vintage Cocktail ring with amethyst and diamonds
Located in Milano, MI
Highlights: - Gold 18ct stamped 750 Verona (Italy) - Amethyst of circa 30ct - Round cut diamonds of c.a. 1.70ct total Measurements - Length 3.3 cm x width 2.2 cm - Weight 20.4g - It...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
$969Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Eternity Ring with Sapphires and Amethysts
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
(depends from size) Gemstones: Natural sapphires: weight - approx 1 ct total (25 pieces, 2.6-2.7 mm), round shape, yellow color, clarity - SI Natural amethyst: weight - approx 1 ct ...
Amethyst, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Amethyst and 9 Carat Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The amethyst in this ring is a gorgeous lilac colour and the gold is a gorgeous yellow gold. Ring Size: G or 3 1/4 Stone Diameter: 10mm Weight: 4.8g
Amethyst, Gold
Art Deco Style Carved Cushion Pink Opal Round Amethyst Cab Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Pink Opal Cushion Cabochon measuring 18x18mm surmounted by an Amethyst Round Cabochon of 6 mm in diameter set in a 14k yellow g...
Amethyst, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Bishop Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A, beautiful 14 Karat yellow gold Amethyst, Bishop's ring. With, a beautiful faceted 0.5" in x 0.5" in Amethyst stone. This, ring weighs 25.7 grams and is 1.2" in L x 1.0" in W. The...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 9K Gold Filigree Ring with Amethyst (Hallmarked)
Located in Miami, FL
A genuine antique Victorian 9K gold filigree ring, fully hallmarked 375, featuring an 8.5mm round-cut natural amethyst set in an ornate hand-pierced openwork design.
Amethyst, 9k Gold
Two Tone Handcrafted Genuine Amethyst and Tanzanite Ring
Located in New York, NY
This one‑of‑a‑kind handcrafted ring showcases a striking pairing of deep purple amethyst and vibrant tanzanite. Additionally, its set in a sculptural two‑tone design that blends warm...
Amethyst, Tanzanite, Gold Plate
Amethyst Monolith Ring in Sterling Silver 925 by SAKRA
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: Sterling Silver 925 with polished finish and untreated natural round-cut amethyst in a bezel setting. Rings are designed and crafted in my own workshop, where each form t...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Silver and Amethyst Ring by Rey Urban Made 1972
By Rey Urban
Located in Stockholm, SE
This vintage silver ring features a pale lavender amethyst set in an elevated, openwork bezel.
Amethyst, Silver
Milor Italy 14k Yellow Gold Green Amethyst Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Milor Italy 14K Yellow Gold Light Green Amethyst Ring This exquisite ring by Milor Italy is masterfully crafted in 14K yellow gold, featuring a stunning light green round amethyst m...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Amethyst and Diamond Posey Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
An Art Deco ring with a round 6 ct amethyst that has a posey on its wide table to signify "think of me".
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Amethyst Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Amethyst 2 carats approx. Diamonds 0.30 carat approx. Ring size US 6.5, Can be made in other ring sizes on special order Crafted from 18 karat yellow...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
Amethyst and Diamond Band. Round and Square Cut Eternity Wedding Band Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stones: Amethyst and Diamond Primary Stone Weight: Amethyst Approx. 0.90 Carats; Diamonds Approx. 0.30 Carats Primary Stone Cut: French-Cut Amethyst; Round Brilliant-Cut Diam...
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Impressive Amethyst Two Tone Ring with Diamonds
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
-Custom made -18 k Yellow & White Gold -Ring size: 7 -Amethyst: 6.00 ct -Diamond: 0.53ct -Width: 4- 16mm -Weight: 11.8gr Original Retail: $5500
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,692Sale Price|20% Off
Impressive Pink Sapphire Amethyst Pink Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Pink Gold 14 K Pink Sapphire 46-0,39ct Amethyst 1-5,75ct Weight 4.08 grams Size 16 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewell...
Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Impressive Pink Sapphire Amethyst Pink Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Pink Gold 14 K Pink Sapphire 46-0,39ct Amethyst 1-5,75ct Weight 4.08 grams Size 16 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewell...
Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Custome Made Amethyst & Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
*Custome Made Amethyst & Diamond Ring -Material 14K Yelow Gold -Condition: Excellent *Diamonds: .60ct -Clarity: VS -Color Grade: G -Amethyst:16.75ct *Ring Dimension: -Size:6 -...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Amethyst 14k Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Stunning Edwardian period amethyst, seed pearl and 14K white and yellow gold filigree ring! We love the sweet bow details on the shoulders of the setting! The stone measures...
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Sapphire Diamond Gold Domed Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Simply a stunning and fashionable cocktail ring! It features 7.99 carats of round-shaped bright purple amethyst set across the ring.
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Modern Amethyst Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A solitary statement in vibrant contrast. This modern ring in 18k yellow gold and platinum commands attention with a bold, round amethyst at its center.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
The most beautiful amethyst & diamond ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The amethyst is one of the most beautiful ones we have ever seen! Bright and vibrant purple color with rainbow streaks! Lovely stone with diamonds in 18KT cocktail design ring. Diamo...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Ring with Lavender Amethyst in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Antique Ring with Lavender Amethyst & Real Pearls Material 14K yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Lavender Amethyst: 8ct Stone Size: 10.2mm Rings Size:5.5 Ring Wide: 19.1mm Base...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Diamond 18K White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
18K White Gold Ring Diamond 10-0,15 ct Diamond 30-0,25 ct Amethyst 1-1,79 ct Weigth 7,03 grams Size 6.5 US With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a G...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold
$63Sale Price|30% Off
Silver925 Natural Garnet Citrine Amethyst Vintage Filigree Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Number: 1 Weight: 0.11 Carat (approx.)GEMSTONE(S) III Stone: Natural Amethyst Color: Purple Shape: Round Size: 3 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 0.13 Carat (approx.)
Citrine, Amethyst, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Amethyst Ring Set in 18k White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 3.69 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 7.4 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situat...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Amethyst Floral Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
MOISEIKIN's most beautiful amethyst stone sparks beyond the artistically carved branch- like filigree and gives you joy and courage all day long. The shining central amethyst is de...
Diamond, Sapphire, Amethyst, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
55 Carat Oval Natural Ruby Cab Amethyst Round Cabochon 14 Kt Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique ring with a Big Oval Shape Natural Ruby,measuring 28 mm. x 20 mm x 6mm. and weighing 55 Carats with a Round Amethyst Cab measuring 6 mm in diameter set in 14 kt yellow gold b...
Amethyst, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand-Crafted 14K Gold 1.75CT Green Amethyst Cocktail Ring
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte and Hammer-Finished Cocktail Ring, Centered with a Round 8mm Checkerboard-Cut 1.75CT Green Amethyst Semi-Precious Color Stone
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Ring With White Topaz 2.48 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Amethyst: 2.38 Carats White Topaz: 0.10 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver Ring Size: 6 US Custom sizing...
Amethyst, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Style Carved Oval Amethyst Round Ruby Cab 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an engraved Amethyst oval cabochon measuring 16 x 20mm surmounted by a Ruby Round Cabochon of 6 mm in diameter set in a 14k yellow gold bezel......
Amethyst, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$969Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Sapphires and Amethysts, Star Anise Flower Gold Ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural sapphires and amethysts. September birthstone.
Amethyst, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Amethyst Diamond 18K White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
18K White Gold Ring Diamond 10-0,15 ct Diamond 30-0,25 ct Amethyst 1-1,79 ct Weigth 7,03 grams Size 6.5 US With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a G...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold
Antique 18 Carat Gold Amethyst and Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A wonderful pearl cluster ring with an amethyst stone at the centre. Amethyst measures 35pts. Modelled in 18carat gold. Ring Size: O or 7 Cluster diameter: 10mm Weight: 2.8g
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold
18KT White Gold BVLGARI Natural Amethyst & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Braintree, GB
(US) = 6.25 approx. • Weight: 16.1 grams • Overall (length x width x depth): approximately 3 x 2.3 x 2.3 cm Specifications - • Designer: BVLGARI • Metal: 18KT white gold • Type: Co...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Amethyst 0.258ct. Fancy Ring in 18KRG.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The rose gold amethyst fancy ring. Amethyst Fancy Ring in 14Karat Rose Gold Amethyst: 0.024 carat, 1.25mm size, round shape.
Amethyst, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Estate DAVID YURMAN Sterling Silver Green Amethyst Ring size 7
Located in New York, NY
An estate David Yurman Amethyst ring Sterling silver This beautiful authentic ring is by David Yurman from the his Collection. Crafted from sterling silver featuring split cable sh...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sterling Silver
Amethyst Diamond 18K White Gold Exclusive Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
18K White Gold Ring Diamond 10-0,15 ct Diamond 30-0,25 ct Amethyst 1-1,79 ct Weigth 7,03 grams Size 6.5 US With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a G...
Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold
Garavelli 17ct Natural Amethyst Diamonds Ring 18kt Italy
Located in New York, NY
Garavelli natural amethyst and diamonds ring. 17ct round purple rose cut checkerboard amethyst. 18.5 mm wide .50 carat side round diamonds, g color vs2 quality.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat White Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring #13904
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified- This lovely ring features one round faceted amethyst (15 mm) and 20 round brilliant cut diamonds set bea...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold
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.
There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.
Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”
Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.
Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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