18K Yellow Gold Oval Checkerboard Amethyst Ring 7.10 Carat Purple Statement Ring
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and bold, this striking ring showcases a richly saturated oval faceted checkerboard amethyst weighing approximately 7.10 carats, set in luxurious 18K yellow gold.
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Triangle Amethyst Topaz 18K White Gold Exclusive Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring 18K White Gold (Matching Earrings Avaliable) Weight 11,7GMS Amethyst -21/0.69 Cts Blue Topaz-24/1.04 Cts Amethyst-1/6.43 Cts, Blue Topaz-1/3.68 Cts Size-54 Step into l...
Amethyst, Topaz, White Gold
$3,203Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Cut Amethyst Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 12.4 grams. Totally is diamond 1 ct. The diamond is has F color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is amethyst about 10 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 We ca...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
$3,592Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Solid White Gold Pave Set Amethyst and Diamond Dolphin Bypass Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pave Set Amethyst and Diamond Dolphin Bypass Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural amethyst of 0.35 carats and diamond of 1.13 carats.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$17,280Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst and Diamond Hammered Finish Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Presented here is a David Webb 18K yellow gold, platinum, amethyst and diamond ring, with cushion-shaped amethyst measuring approx. 11.8mm x 9.5mm, accented by round diamonds weighin...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pradera Ring in 18k White Gold with Topaz, Amethyst, Tourmaline and Diamonds
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Irama Pradera is a Young designer from Spain that searches always for the best gems and combines classic with contemporary mounting and styles. Ring in 18k white gold set with olive...
Diamond, Amethyst, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,024Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.25ct Diamond and Amethyst Engagement Twist Tension Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications: - Round Braillant Cut Diamonds with 0.25ct - E in color and VS in clarity - 6 Round Brilliant cut Amethyst - Ring Width: 2.3mm - 18K White Gold Made to ord...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate Amethyst 2.90cts Diamond 18K Gold Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning vintage 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring Featuring a 2.05-carat cabochon amethyst, ring is beautifully surrounded by a halo of 22 brilliant round diamonds set ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Amethyst and Madeira Citrine Three-Stone Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set in 18k yellow gold, these two gems show why purple and gold are such a classic and ever-popular color combination - even nature thought so!
Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Amethyst & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 10 Weight: 10.80 Grams Width: Approximately 23.18mm tapering to 1.50mm Diameter: 19.82mm 18K yellow gold polished diamond and a...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century 9.96 carat amethyst diamond 18K white gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Graded G-H color and VS-SI clarity, the diamonds add crisp sparkle and sleek architectural detail, beautifully complementing the carré cut center stone. Crafted in 18k white gold, th...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Electra Amethyst Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Feasterville, PA
Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this ring features a large oval amethyst, exuding a majestic deep purple hue.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold, Mabé Pearl and Amethyst Ring by Ateljé Stigbert Made 1971
By Atelje Stigbert
Located in Stockholm, SE
This vintage ring from 1971 by Ateljé Stigbert is crafted in 18 karat gold and set with a mabe pearl and an amethyst. The ring has a gently rounded shank with softly defined longitud...
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold
$636Sale Price / item|20% Off
Asymmetrical Citrine and Amethyst Stacking Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Asymmetrical Citrine and Amethyst Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Amethyst, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Majestic 5.68ct Amethyst & Mixed Gem Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Surrounding the centerpiece, 10 marquise-cut mixed gems (0.80ct total) add a flourish of color and brilliance, creating a vibrant, almost floral-inspired design. The warm glow of 18K...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Purple Amethyst Rhombus Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K yellow gold Purple Amethyst ring. Feels substantial and heavy on the finger.
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Amethyst Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, signed Gumps.
Located in New York, NY
An 18K yellow gold and Amethyst ring centering an oval shaped carved amethyst.
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire & Amethyst Ring 18K Gold & Silver - 18K Gold $ S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Amethyst & Ruby Ring 18K Gold & Silver Center Natural Amethyst — 12 Carats • Origin: Zambia • Oval • Saturated purple luminous, glowing depth Si...
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire...
Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Bypass Ring - 18k Oval 8.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $50 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 7.66ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$880Sale Price|20% Off
Round Cut Amethyst Ring. 1.90ct Amethyst Ring 18K White Gold Hand Engraved Shank
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stone: Amethyst Primary Stone Weight: Approx. 1.9-Carats Primary Stone Cut: Round Cut Jewelry Type: Cocktail Ring Jewelry Style: Prong-Set Metal: Platinum, 18K White Gold Ri...
Amethyst, Platinum
Retro 4.80 carat amethyst diamond 18k yellow gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Two single cut diamonds add delicate flashes of sparkle at the sides, subtly accenting the center stone without distracting from its vivid color and clean geometry. Crafted in 18k ye...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHANEL Baroque Ring, 18k Gold with Aquamarine & Amethyst, Circa 2000
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
CHANEL Baroque ring in 18k yellow gold, with aquamarine, peridot, and amethyst.
Amethyst, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 11.40 carat amethyst diamond 18k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum, the setting offers a lovely contrast between warm gold and bright diamond detail.
Diamond, Amethyst, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
8 Carat Oval Cut Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Rose Gold
Located in London, England
This 1930s style Cocktail Ring features a Natural Oval Brilliant Amethyst at its centre weighing approximately 8 Carats and mounted in 18K Rose Gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst & Diamond Ring - 18k Emerald Cut 1.68ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): .88ct Cut: Emerald Color: Purple Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .80ctw Cut: Pr...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 13.98 carat Oval Amethyst ring size 7
Located in Big Bend, WI
An 18K yellow gold ring featuring an oval cut genuine earth mined amethyst gemstone.
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chic Pink Sapphire Amethyst Diamond 18K Rose Gold Exclusive Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Indulge in luxury with our "Timeless Treasure" 💍💎 18K Gold Exclusive Ring. 💖 Global delivery and quality assurance await from our Swiss-born brand. 18K Rose Gold Morganite Pin...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$660Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond and Amethyst Engagement Tension Twisted Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications: - 4mm round brilliant cut natural Amethyst - 6 Round Brilliant cut Diamond (Approx. 0.09cttw) - D-F (colorless) in color and VS in clarity, Excellent cutting ...
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold
Pomellato 18k Rose Gold Amethyst Harem Cocktail Ring Size 6.5
By Pomellato
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic Pomellato Harem Cocktail Ring is a bold statement of Italian luxury, finely crafted in 18k rose gold and set with a cluster of rich, deep purple amethysts.
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,200
Huge Amethyst Gold Ring
Located in Darnestown, MD
Powerful 18 karat gold ring set with a faceted amethyst of approximately 30 carats.The bezel is set horizontally. The face measures 13/16" from front to back and 1 1/16" in width. In...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst Handcrafted Twist Thread Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Modern 18k Yellow Gold Twist Love Amethyst Ring Made in Italy.
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1937 Ring Amethyst solid 18K Gold Ø US7.75 / 2gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Gold for every day Art - Deco period styled with a thin band and bezel with claws decorated with spectacular natural Purple Amethyst measuring 10mm x 8 x 5.8 mm d...
Amethyst, 18k 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
12 Carat Baguette Cut Amethyst 18K Gold Italian Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Amethyst Cocktail Ring 18KY (Italian made) - Amethyst - 12ct (long baguette cut) / 14.5g / 7.5 ring size This vintage 18K yellow gold cocktail ring features 12 carats of lon...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
12 Carat Baguette Cut Amethyst 18K Gold Italian Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Amethyst Cocktail Ring 18KY (Italian made) - Amethyst - 12ct (long baguette cut) / 14.5g / 7.5 ring size This vintage 18K yellow gold cocktail ring features 12 carats of lon...
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst White Diamonds Contemporary Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini contemporary handmade 18k yellow gold ring, Violet cabochon-cut Amethyst and 0.20-carat brilliant-cut white Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with amethyst and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 15.0 grams 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold ring set with amethyst and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.20ct - F/G - VS/SI- ring size US 9 - EU 19 (60) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.6 cm wide ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Bonheur Ring, Green Amethyst, Amethyst and Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Domed Ring
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
The Christina Addison Bespoke BONHEUR Ring: 18kt Yellow Gold Domed Ring with faceted 15mm Cushion Cut Green Amethyst center stone and faceted oval Purple Amethyst stones and round Bl...
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with amethyst and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.20ct 4.6 grams 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with amethyst and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.20ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 10 - EU 20(62) Detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.5 cm wide b...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Ring with amethyst and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.56ct 18k gold 4.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold ring set with amethyst total approx. 4.00ct and brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.56ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6.5 – EU. 17(53) detailed description: The top of th...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Multi-Gemstone 18K Gold Statement Cocktail Ring, Aquamarine Peridot Amethyst
Located in Plainview, NY
Modern Multi-Gemstone Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, Aquamarine, Peridot, Amethyst & Citrine Statement Ring This exceptional modern cocktail ring is masterfully crafted in 18K ye...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, 18k Gold
Elegant Grand Scale French Mid-20th Century 18k Gold and Amethyst Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This completely unique and and "over the top" French ring, crafted from 18k yellow gold with large center emerald cut amethyst, entirely surrounded by numerous additional amethyst ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst, Diamond and Brown Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold by Kavant & Sharart
By Kavant & Sharart
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 1.14 carats with Diamond 0.37 carat and Brown Diamond 0.15 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: .02 gra...
Amethyst, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Art Deco 29.5ct Amethyst Filigree Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Art Deco cocktail ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features an impressive 29.5 carat amethyst.
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Amethyst Gem.
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Total Weight: 10.8 g Ring Size: 6.25 Creator: Cartier Metal: 18k White Gold
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,420Sale Price|25% Off
32.78ct Amethyst Cushion Ring with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The stunning ring showcases a captivating centerpiece—a faceted cushion amethyst weighing an impressive 32.78 carats. The mesmerizing purple hue of the amethyst is enhanced by the su...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Amethyst Vanuatu Tabou Protection Ring Tribal Oceania Melanesia
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Item Details: - Stones : 1 x Natural Amethyst - Metal : 18ct 18k 750 Solid Yellow gold (Stamped) - Ring Size : N.5 (AU/UK size), 7 (US/CA size) - Weight : 2.71 grams - SKU : KNE...
Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k 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
Large Aquamarine & Amethyst Cocktail Ring in 18k Gold, Size 9.5ct
Located in La Jolla, CA
Large Aquamarine and Amethyst Statement Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Large Stone Ring features large faceted Oval Amethyst and Aquamarine both have been set inverted and vertically in 18...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Diamond Tsavorite Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb ring in its quality. It features a 1.43 carat trillion-cut amethyst along with 0.28 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 Karat Gold Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Macau, MO
A natural amethyst and brilliant-cut diamond ring, centering a 11.12 carats oval-shaped amethyst, framed by brilliant cut diamonds totalling 0.14 carats diamonds, mounted in 18 kara...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Amethyst & Diamond Ring of 18k Gold, Circa 1960-1980
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This Retro ring (circa 1960–1980) showcases a vibrant pear-shaped amethyst set in a bold 18k gold mounting, accented with six tiny diamonds and framed by sleek black enamel details.
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Amethyst & Round Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K Yellow Gold Size 6.5
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Amethyst cocktail ring is crafted in lustrous 18k yellow gold, it features a halo of sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds orbiting a gorgeous, hand chosen, pear shap...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Claris-A 13.80ct. Amethyst Diamond Bombe Cocktail Ring in 18K and 22K Gold
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This Claris-A Bombe cocktail ring is crafted in 18K white gold and 22K yellow gold and centers a 13.8 carat amethyst.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
$1,416Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement Amethyst and Rose Quartz Ring with Diamond Bow 18k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement Amethyst and Rose Quartz Bow Design Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural amethyst and rose quartz of 2.68 carats and diamonds of 0.2 carats.
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Gold Diamond Amethyst Citrine Arabic Design Ring by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Discover the exquisite beauty of our Minara collection with this stunning ring crafted in 18k yellow gold, faceted amethyst, citrine, and diamonds.
Diamond, Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold
Amethyst Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This timeless piece blends vintage Art Deco elegance with modern glamour, making it a perfect choice for an unforgettable engagement. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K Whi...
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.