Victorian Amethyst Ring
Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings
Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s English Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian More Rings
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
Antique 1890s Victorian Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, 10k Gold
Antique 1850s Victorian Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver
2010s European Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Silver
Early 20th Century European Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, Silver
Antique 18th Century Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1870s Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Fashion Rings
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Amethyst, 10k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Victorian More Rings
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Early Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1840s European Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s British Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Amethyst, Opal, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s French Victorian Signet Rings
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, Gold, Enamel
20th Century British Victorian Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
Antique 1880s European Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
2010s Indian Victorian Solitaire Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Amethyst, Silver
2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Opal, 10k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Peridot, Quartz, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s British Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Signet Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 10k Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Band Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Greek Victorian Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Amethyst, Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Signet Rings
Tsavorite, Peridot, Diamond, Amethyst, Silver, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Cluster Rings
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings
Aquamarine, Opal, Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s English Victorian Cocktail Rings
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Engagement Rings
Emerald, Tanzanite, Diamond, Silver
2010s British Victorian Engagement Rings
Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s British Victorian Band Rings
Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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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 Bvlgari 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.
- What is a Victorian ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Victorian rings are usually made with fine metals and feature impressive gemstones in ornate settings. The style of Victorian jewelry was defined during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837 to 1901). Early Victorian rings were large, brightly colored, and boldly designed, with gemstones such as bloodstones, chalcedonies, garnets, moss agate, rubies, smoky quartz and topazes. During the mid-Victorian period, the designs were more sophisticated, using gemstones such as opals, crystals, emeralds, diamonds, pearls, black glass, jet, and rubies. In the late-Victorian period, platinum became widely used in the jewelry of the era and replaced gold and silver settings for the first time. Find a collection of antique and vintage Victorian rings on 1stDibs.
- Are amethyst rings durable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not amethyst rings are durable is largely a matter of how you define the term. Amethysts have a hardness rating of 7, making them resistant to scratching. However, you can still damage an amethyst ring if you wear it while performing household chores or engaging in intense physical activity. Shop a selection of amethyst gemstone rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021An amethyst ring is good for an engagement ring. Its Mohs hardness of 7 means it's good for everyday wear, but will show wear over the years. The choice in engagement ring stone is a personal choice.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much an amethyst stone ring is worth depends on the origin, cut, color, clarity, shine, shape and certificate it carries. In general, the price of an amethyst gemstone can range from $2.74 per carat to $16.44 per carat and much more depending on the quality combination specified. Find a collection of antique and vintage amethyst rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, many Victorians gave engagement rings to their fiancées. In fact, the tradition of giving engagement rings became more popular during the Victorian era due to the effects of the Industrial Revolution. The economic growth of the time led to the creation of a middle class that had the ability to save up for special purchases. At the same time, gemstones mined in South Africa began arriving in England, increasing the supply of precious stones and making prices more affordable. Explore an assortment of antique Victorian engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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