Amethyst
Amethyst has been used in vintage amethyst rings for as far back as Ancient Egyptians. Cultures of the past often attributed powers to the amethyst gem. The Greeks believed it prevented intoxication. Medieval Europeans wore them into battle for protection.
As recent as the 18th century the Amethyst was regarded as one of the most valuable gemstones alongside the diamond, emerald, and ruby. This changed with the discovery of large deposits in Brazil and elsewhere.
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![]() Natural Amethyst & Seed Pearl 925 Solid Sterling Silver Art Deco Star Ring 7 $14.29 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 2h 39m |
![]() 14K HUGE AMETHYST RING VINTAGE ESTATESZ 6.75 BEAUTIFUL EMERALD CUT $78.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 2h 45m |
![]() Vintage QVC HSN 10k 417 Solid Gold Designer Peridot & Amethyst Ring.. NICE! $63.00 (18 Bids) Time Remaining: 10h 26m |
![]() VINTAGE 9K GOLD AMETHYST AND DIAMOND RING, SIZE 9.25 $45.44 (17 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 2h 18m |
![]() Amethyst and Diamond Vintage Platinum Ring $57.00 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 4h 44m |
![]() Antique 3.14 carat Amethyst 14kt Yellow Gold Solitaire Style Ring $52.99 (12 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 5h 23m |
![]() Vintage Oval Amethyst Cluster Ring 9ct Gold Hallmarked Stunning Ring! $31.90 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 5h 57m |
![]() Estate 4.14ctw Oval Cut Solitaire Amethyst 925 Sterling Silver Ring 4.8g - Sz6.5 $27.00 (10 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 8h 45m |
![]() Estate Sterling Silver Amethyst Aquamarine Pyramid Tier Ring Pd In Heart signed $10.50 (4 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 9h 8m |
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![]() STUNNING ESTATE FIND! MG&N 14K GOLD RING (2.6g) DIAMOND & HEART SHAPED AMETHYST $94.05 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 11h 12m |
![]() EMERALD amethyst opal ESTATE FILIGREE RING 10 FILIGREE STERLING BOLD ELEGANT 92 $59.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 12h 30m |
![]() GORGEOUS ESTATE 14 KT Y.G. GENUINE DEEP PURPLE AMETHYST AND DIAMONDS LADIES RING $100.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 2d 6h 9m |
![]() 2ct Amethyst Peridot 925 Solid Sterling Silver Art Deco Filigree Ring sz 7 $15.50 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 3d 1h 15m |
![]() KL Vintage Style Sterling Silver 925 Blue Topaz & Amethyst Ring Sz 9 $29.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 3d 4h 50m |
![]() Beautiful Estate Kabana Designer Sterling Ring -Garnet or Amethyst $11.61 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 3d 10h 32m |
![]() 4 CT. AMETHYST VICTORIAN ANTIQUE DESIGN .925 STERLING SILVER RING SIZE 10, #475 $17.15 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 8h 9m |
![]() AMETHYST ESTATE RING STERLING SILVER FINE VINTAGE JEWELRY NOT SCRAP NO RESERVE $10.09 (16 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 9h 53m |
![]() ESTATE VINTAGE AMETHYST 3.5 CT TW RING 14 KT GOLD SOLITAIRE NATURAL NOT SCRAP $50.97 (12 Bids) Time Remaining: 5d 8h 59m |
![]() FINE AMETHYST CARVED CABOCHON CUT RING YELLOW GOLD ESTATE NATURAL NOT SCRAP $48.00 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 5d 9h 41m |
![]() $1999 Vintage Yellow 10k Gold 2.25ct Amethyst & I-SI Diamond Ring Size 7 $42.00 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 5d 10h 27m |
![]() Vintage 1.35ct Round Green Amethyst Solitaire Ring 10k Yellow Gold $2200 J497 $36.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 6d 12h 4m |
![]() 925 SILVER CARVED VINTAGE DESIGN REAL FIREY OPAL & AMETHYST CLUSTER RING SIZE Q $10.25 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 4h 19m |
![]() 3.5 CT. AMETHYST ANTIQUE VICTORIAN DESIGN .925 STERLING SILVER RING SIZE 10,#178 $16.19 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 4h 49m |
![]() Antique 1930's Art Deco sterling silver Elegant mercansite & Amethyst Ring..RARE $20.52 (19 Bids) Time Remaining: 7h 2m Buy It Now for only: $300.00 |
![]() Estate Sterling Silver .925 7.00ct Amethyst Ladies Ring 14.7g $12.60 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 7h 28m |
![]() NATURAL AMETHYST PEARL ANTIQUE STYLE .925 STERLING SILVER RING SIZE 5, #151 $14.35 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 8h 39m |
![]() Estate Sterling Silver Pearl Amethyst Peridot Aquamarine Band Ring 8.0G Size 8 $16.00 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 8h 50m |
![]() Stunning Antique Art Deco Sterling & Amethyst Cocktail Ring Size 7.75!!:) $36.88 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 10h 42m |
![]() ART/DECO FILIGREE RING W/.75 CT. NAT. AMETHYST SOLITAIRE! ENGAGEMENT RING $16.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 10h 43m |
![]() Estate 5ct Natural Cushion Cut Amethyst Sterling Silver Filigree Ring $21.50 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 11h 9m |
![]() Estate 6ct Natural Green Amethyst Sterling Silver Filigree Ring $13.00 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 11h 19m |
![]() VINTAGE IOLITE PERIDOT & AMETHYST STERLING SILVER RING $12.50 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 12h |
![]() VINTAGE AMETHYST STERLING SILVER & GOLD RING $18.50 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 12h 1m |
![]() VINTAGE AMETHYST STERLING SILVER RING $15.50 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 12h 2m |
![]() 5 CT. GREEN AMETHYST PEARL ANTIQUE VICTORIAN DESIGN .925 SILVER RING SIZE 7,#535 $17.90 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 12h 12m |
![]() 9ct solid gold ring bezel amethyst SLAVE ring Vintage Size Q large ring size NR $197.15 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 14h 30m |
![]() VINTAGE RING STERLING SILVER AMETHYST CRYSTAL RHINESTONES GREAT CONDITION 05 $14.60 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 17h 33m |
![]() VINTAGE RING STERLING SILVER AMETHYST CRYSTAL AMAZING LOOK GREAT CONDITION 06 $19.96 (12 Bids) Time Remaining: 17h 33m |
![]() VINTAGE HEART SHAPE CITRINE PERIDOT AQUA AMETHYST GARNET MULTI GEMS SILVER RING $22.77 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 23h 22m |
Victorian / Edwardian 1837 – 1910
Vintage amethyst rings were popular through the Romantic Period and Grand Period of the Victorian Era and somewhat fell out during the Aesthetic Period. The Romantic period represented the sentimental period. It was a time to reflect on the marriage of the young Queen Victoria. Many of the vintage amethyst rings reflected nature including plants and animals. The Grand Period was a bit darker following the death of Victoria’s husband. Dark colored gems were to be worn during this time of mourning. The Aesthetic Period, along with the Edwardian Era, ended the period of mourning and as women rose in society clothing became smaller and more flexible. Vintage ring styles followed becoming smaller and lighter. Gem value was placed lower on the list giving a rise to the less precious gems.
Art Nouveau / Art Deco 1895 – 1935
Art Nouveau and Art Deco were more about an artistic movement more than a prestigious style. These styles started during the end of the Victorian Era and during the Edwardian Era. Art Nouveau was started along with the Industrial Revolution. During this period or art movement more focus was placed on the artistic value of the jewelry and less on the value of the materials. The styles often mimicked nature having more flowing designs like vines or leaves. The Art deco styling of amethyst vintage rings had more of geometric and symmetrical style. This gave Art Deco a more streamlined appearance.
Retro / Vintage 1930s – 1980s
This is where you will find the largest number of vintage amethyst rings. Considering it is the most recent era along with the wide use of machines making mass production easy. There was more emphasis placed on the metal of the rings as opposed to the gem due to the shortage caused by Word War II. When gems were used less precious gems with brilliant colors were chosen, often being place in clusters.









































