John Atencio Rings

For Coloradoan John Atencio (b. 1950), jewelry making blossomed from an early interest in art and design when he took a jewelry course as an elective while studying business at Colorado State University. When it came time to propose to his girlfriend, Atencio realized that no store-bought ring felt special enough, so he ended up designing the perfect silver engagement ring from scratch. The process inspired Atencio to develop his own jewelry-making business, first selling pieces out of the back of his Volkswagen van in the early 1970s before opening his first brick-and-mortar shop in Fort Collins in 1976. Today, he runs a number of boutiques across Colorado.

Atencio still sketches each piece of jewelry in his collection by hand, developing distinctive rings, bracelets, earrings and other accessories. He is particularly inspired by the natural beauty of Colorado, from the undulating shapes of its mountains to the brightness of its sunshine. As a brand, John Atencio specializes in bold design choices, whether that’s asymmetrical settings, unusual silhouettes or funky patterns. It’s also known for its trillion-cut stones, which Atencio started to incorporate into his jewelry in the 1990s.

Rings are still the company’s signature piece of jewelry, from engagement rings to wedding bands to cocktail rings. Diamonds might be Atencio’s favorite stone, but you’ll find vibrant gemstones like tanzanite, turquoise, amethyst and garnet, plus more unusual options like kyanite and prasiolite.

Find a collection of John Atencio jewelry on 1stDibs.

Creator: John Atencio

John Atencio 14k Yellow Gold 1.50ctw Pear Amethysts Bypass Statement Ring w/ Box

$1,278Sale Price|20% Off

John Atencio 14k Yellow Gold 1.50ctw Pear Amethysts Bypass Statement Ring w/ Box

By John Atencio

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Amethysts - Pear Cut - Bezel Set - Vivid Purple Color - 5x7mm - 1.30-1.50ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 8.89 Grams Ring Size...

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21st Century and Contemporary John Atencio Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

John Atencio Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Milgrain Engagement Ring

$17,000

John Atencio Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Milgrain Engagement Ring

By John Atencio

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: John Atencio Material: platinum Center Diamond: 1 Round Brilliant Cut: 1.19ct Color: D Clarity: VVS1 GIA # 2284703703 (Hard Copy) Accent Diamonds: 14 Round Cut: 0.54cttw Co...

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21st Century and Contemporary John Atencio Rings

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Diamond, Platinum

John Atencio Double Pavé Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18 Karat Rose & White Gold

$4,500

John Atencio Double Pavé Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18 Karat Rose & White Gold

By John Atencio

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This elegant John Atencio engagement ring showcases a luminous round diamond framed by a softly contoured double halo design. The layered halos create depth and dimension, drawing th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

John Atencio 14k Yellow Gold 1.50ctw Pear Amethysts Bypass Statement Ring W/ Box

$1,278Sale Price|20% Off

John Atencio 14k Yellow Gold 1.50ctw Pear Amethysts Bypass Statement Ring W/ Box

By John Atencio

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Amethysts - Pear Cut - Bezel Set - Vivid Purple Color - 5x7mm - 1.30-1.50ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 8.89 Grams Ring Size...

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21st Century and Contemporary John Atencio Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Gold

John Atencio 18K Yellow Gold 3.40ctw Trillion Garnet 0.22ctw Diamond Ring

$2,800

John Atencio 18K Yellow Gold 3.40ctw Trillion Garnet 0.22ctw Diamond Ring

By John Atencio

Located in Sewickley, PA

This striking John Atencio ring is a bold expression of modern artistry and fine craftsmanship. Expertly fashioned in luxurious 18k yellow gold, the design features a captivating 3.4...

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1990s American Retro John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.50ctw Diamond Dome Ring 14k Yellow Gold

$1,700

Vintage 1.50ctw Diamond Dome Ring 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Orlando, FL

Vintage 1980s Pavé Diamond Dome Ring – F/VS Diamonds A bold and glamorous statement from the 1980s, this vintage pavé diamond dome ring embodies the era’s love of sculptural gold an...

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1980s Vintage John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Two-Tone Double Halo Diamond Engagement Ring

$5,500

14 Karat Two-Tone Double Halo Diamond Engagement Ring

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Material: 14k two-tone Center Diamond/s: 1 round brilliant cut = 1.45cttw Color: K Clarity: I1 Diamond/s: 74 round brilliant cut= 0.75 Color: G-H Clarity: SI1-2 Dimensions: ring top ...

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21st Century and Contemporary John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Platinum Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

$25,000

Platinum Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

Platinum encases a Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring with a total weight of 2.43 carats. The ring itself has a weight of 6.3 grams and is sized at 6.25. Its centerpiece...

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2010s Italian Modern John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Three Stone Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring

$9,500

Three Stone Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

With a total diamond carat weight of over 1.5 carats, this elegant ring has enormous sparkle and light. Prominent on the raised gallery of this ring, each of the three full cut round...

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Early 2000s American John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

5.30 Carat Emerald Cut and Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

$47,450

5.30 Carat Emerald Cut and Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

Title: 5.30 Carat Emerald Cut N VVS2 and Round Brilliant G VS Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 5.02 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Co...

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20th Century John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pear Amethyst 14k Gold Ring, Amethyst Gold Ring, Genuine Amethyst Ring

$985Sale Price / item|44% Off

Pear Amethyst 14k Gold Ring, Amethyst Gold Ring, Genuine Amethyst Ring

By Daizy Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

Pear amethyst 14k gold ring. Amethyst gold ring. Genuine amethyst ring. Gold leaves ring. Amethyst leaves ring. Floral gold ring. Delicate gold ring. Open ended ring. Adjustable gold ring. February birthstone ring. Natural amethyst ring. Amethyst jewelry. Amethyst vintage ring. Amethyst and diamonds gold ring. Minimalist amethyst ring. Amethyst engagement ring. Amethyst promise ring...

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2010s Turkish Modern John Atencio Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Amethyst & Blue Topaz Bypass Ring 14k Yellow Gold

$1,095

Amethyst & Blue Topaz Bypass Ring 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Sugar Land, TX

♥ Ring Summary ♥ Main Stone: Amethyst, Citrine, Blue Topaz Stone Cut: Oval Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold Dimensions: 20mm x 8mm Weight: 10 grams

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21st Century and Contemporary American John Atencio Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1 CTW Diamond Statement Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

$1,900

Vintage 1 CTW Diamond Statement Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage 1 CTW Diamond Statement Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This bold and substantial 14K yellow gold ring features six round brilliant-cut natural diamonds totaling approximately 1.0 c...

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1980s Vintage John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Natural Cushion Diamond Double Halo Dome Engagement Ring

$2,750

14 Karat White Gold Natural Cushion Diamond Double Halo Dome Engagement Ring

Located in Baltimore, MD

14 Karat White Gold Natural Cushion Diamond Double Halo Dome Engagement Ring Metal: 14k white gold Weight: 4.10 grams Diamonds: Approx. 0.75 CTW F-G VS round & cushion natural d...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K Gold Garnet Ring w/ Mine Cut Diamonds

$6,675

18K Gold Garnet Ring w/ Mine Cut Diamonds

Located in Wallkill, NY

A Spectacular 18K Gold Garnet Ring. Large Cabochon Garnet center with 2 tiers of mine cut diamonds surrounding. The shank has elaborate cuts. The...

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Early 20th Century John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald and Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold

$3,080Sale Price / item|20% Off

Natural Emerald and Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Specifications: - Square Cut Natural Emerald: Carat total weight 1.04 - 60 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds: Carat total weight 1.02 - Diamond quality: D-F color, VS+ clarity, Excellent ...

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2010s Hong Kong Modern John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

$96,000Sale Price|20% Off

Cartier Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

This outstanding Cartier engagement ring features a mesmerizing 2-carat round brilliant diamond, certified by GIA, showcasing exceptional quality and unmistakable Cartier elegance. ...

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Early 2000s French Contemporary John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Previously Available Items

John Atencio 18 Karat Yellow Gold 2MM Band

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John Atencio 18 Karat Yellow Gold 2MM Band

By John Atencio

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: John Atencio Material: 18K yellow gold Dimensions: the ring measures 2mm wide Weight: 2.72 grams Ring Size: 7.5 (Please allow up to 2 additional business days for sizing ...

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21st Century and Contemporary John Atencio Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

John Atencio 18 Karat White Gold GIA Round Diamond Engagement Ring

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John Atencio 18 Karat White Gold GIA Round Diamond Engagement Ring

By John Atencio

Located in Montgomery, AL

John Atencio 18k White Gold Round White Diamond Engagement Ring Size 5.5 9.2 Grams Round White Brilliant Cut Diamonds 0.60 Carats Total Weight Clarity: VS2-Si1 Color: G GIA Ce...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern John Atencio Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

John Atencio rings for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of John Atencio rings available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage John Atencio jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that John Atencio amethyst rings, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 9 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider rings by The Benchmark Collection, Sonia B, and James Banks. Prices for John Atencio rings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $850 and tops out at $7,800, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $1,150.