Seeking amethyst RHR

[LJsapphire]

I posted recently about finding one on Instagram (antique jewellery dealer), but I thought it was expensive for what it was. I'd like to get myself a RHR for my 40th this year, or drop enough hints so that DF buys me one

I'm not sure about reputable places over here (UK) so I'm looking for advice, recommendations and inspiration. Specifications:
It should not overshadow my E-ring.
I like antique styles, oval,cushion & emerald cut, halo or trilogy. Possibly heart shaped...?
Originally I was thinking I didn't want it to look like an engagement ring but there is so much diversity in E-rings these days that's difficult to do.
It should be white metal, and I'm thinking so that it doesn't end up being too expensive it will need to be WG.
As I don't want it to overshadow my e-ring the size should be around 10mm or less (my e-ring including halo is 12mm x 11mm)

 

[T L]

I would make sure I buy one from a highly reputable dealer or lapidary. Unfortunately, there's tons of synthetic amethyst on the market and it's virtually impossible to tell it from a natural stone. It's also found in that Siberian purple blue that is highly coveted.

 

[dk168]

Personally I would contact Jeff Davis of eBay fame (seller ID jeffdvs101) and ask if he has any stones available that may suit (he does not have any listed currently in his shop), or ask if he can cut you one to your specifications.

Then look for an inexpensive ring setting separately, or have one made (my go-to setting vendor is diamondmounts on eBay).

Either send the stone to the setting vendor for it to be set, or have it set by a local jeweller once you have both the stone and setting in hand.

It cost me 100 GBP (I am in UK too) to have my EC diamond taken out of its original setting and set into its new forever home, both platinum and bezel setting (a pic of the EC in its original setting along with its new setting):



I did it this way with my EC as I did not want to send it to China where diamondmounts is based in the post.

However I had sent many less expensive stones for setting into custom made settings in the past, including my Richard Homer concave cut Amethyst:



Sorry, can't do links to eBay shops.

DK

 

[dk168]

It's Jeff Davies BTW.
DK

 

[LJsapphire]

Thank you for the replies and recommendations, will start to have a hunt. I'd been looking on etsy but like @T L mentioned, its hard to tell which are synthetic and even whether the stones look like they do or whether they are photoshopped.

 

[Bron357]

Have a look at the settings from Ivy& Rose (or “mydiamondzone” on eBay). They have the most beautiful vintage style rings at very good prices. A few PSers have bought there and been very happy with the result. They are in the US. This is the one I’m coveting,

 

[LJsapphire]

I follow them on Instagram as well , so I'm glad that they are reputable. I will have a search for threads for reviews

 

[Bron357]

I follow them on Instagram as well , so I'm glad that they are reputable. I will have a search for threads for reviews

Check “Fabulous CS rings under $1250” - Cockatiel has the setting l love set with her spess. It looks fabulous.

 

[Funnyface850]

Hello not sure of your budget but I love the designs of Kiki McDonough, out of England. I have an amethyst, oval shaped, RHR by her and it’s one of my favorite pieces. I wanted a lighter color amethyst more of a lavender and she definitely delivered.

 

[suzanne2]

oh comeon @Funnyface850, how can you tease us without providing a picture?

 

[LJsapphire]

Hello not sure of your budget but I love the designs of Kiki McDonough, out of England. I have an amethyst, oval shaped, RHR by her and it’s one of my favorite pieces. I wanted a lighter color amethyst more of a lavender and she definitely delivered.

Her collections are lovely, but I think they are just a touch outside my budget for now. Ideally I'd like to keep it under £1000 unless we have some good news beforehand! But I'll favourite her site for future.

 

[LJsapphire]

I like this one : it's not very old and I think maybe a little on the large side

https://www.georgianjewelry.com/items/show/18262-vintage-amethyst-diamond-halo-ring

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I've added a few others to my pinterest

 

[Funnyface850]

I’ll share but please disregard my nails . First photo is full sunlight and second is in the shade.

oh comeon @Funnyface850, how can you tease us without providing a picture?

 

[Funnyface850]

I like this one : it's not very old and I think maybe a little on the large side

https://www.georgianjewelry.com/items/show/18262-vintage-amethyst-diamond-halo-ring

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I've added a few others to my pinterest

I definitely like the style of that ring and the color of the amethyst. That ring does have a lot of finger coverage though. I’ve had my eye on few listed on Etsy. Do you have an etsy account? Here’s one but still on the larger side

http://etsy.me/1V6hLZB

 

[LJsapphire]

That's pretty too, but yes probably a little on the large side.

Here's a more contemporary one that took my fancy on etsy. Quite inexpensive as well.

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/515061791/new-design-amethyst-engagement-ring6x8mm

and this one

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/511851537/emerald-amethyst-engagementwedding-ring

 

[Bron357]

Here are my two, both vintage, both on my daughters slim fingers because I can’t wear them anymore - sad face.

 

[Stone Hunter]

That's pretty too, but yes probably a little on the large side.

Here's a more contemporary one that took my fancy on etsy. Quite inexpensive as well.

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/515061791/new-design-amethyst-engagement-ring6x8mm

and this one

https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/511851537/emerald-amethyst-engagementwedding-ring

I haven't seen any really nice loose stone amethysts except in sizes too large for a ring. So preset may be the way to go.

Those both have a color I find very pleasing! Since you have a halo for your e ring do you really want another halo for your RHR? And another halo of an elongated stone? Just something to think about. HTH

 

[LJsapphire]

I haven't seen any really nice loose stone amethysts except in sizes too large for a ring. So preset may be the way to go.

Those both have a color I find very pleasing! Since you have a halo for your e ring do you really want another halo for your RHR? And another halo of an elongated stone? Just something to think about. HTH

That's a really good point, I should go towards a three stone or similar.
Does anyone know anything of the seller of the first ring? They have excellent reviews

 

[suzanne2]

I’ll share but please disregard my nails . First photo is full sunlight and second is in the shade.

Beautiful amethyst ring! So simple and dainty. It looks so right on your hand.

 

[Acinom]

Mine is an amethyst cabochon by acstones. The setting is from Brilliantly engaged.
Happy search!

 

[LJsapphire]

That is a beautiful colour

 

[LJsapphire]

Haven't bought one yet - also like this from Lord of Gem Rings on ebay

 

[Heidi2101]

I’ll share but please disregard my nails . First photo is full sunlight and second is in the shade.

This is so pretty. May I ask where you got it?

 

[leukolenos]

@LJsapphire have you browsed Dear Rose with Love on Etsy or gembank 1973 on IG/eBay? They are both in the UK and have pretty reasonably priced antique and vintage pieces. I haven’t purchased anything so can’t personally vouch for them, but I always have fun browsing their inventories!

 

[dkata]

I was browsing Etsy, and I have found a Seller in UK with a few amethyst rings. Have a look at the items:

https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TheJewelleryBoxGB

 

[LJsapphire]

@LJsapphire have you browsed Dear Rose with Love on Etsy or gembank 1973 on IG/eBay? They are both in the UK and have pretty reasonably priced antique and vintage pieces. I haven’t purchased anything so can’t personally vouch for them, but I always have fun browsing their inventories!

Not yet, but I'll have a look. Thank you

 

[Funnyface850]

Haven't bought one yet - also like this from Lord of Gem Rings on ebay

Have you ever wore anything with a point? I wonder, since it overhangs the band if it would irritate the finger? I do love the band and design how it’s open with the diamonds. Very pretty stone!

 

[Funnyface850]

This is so pretty. May I ask where you got it?

Thanks I do love my ring . I had this ring made by a designer out of England named Kiki McDonough.

 

[stracci2000]

Here are some of my amethyst rings that I made. All sterling silver.
They are designs that I came up with myself. Just to show you some ideas!

 

[missy]

Here are some of my amethyst rings that I made. All sterling silver.
They are designs that I came up with myself. Just to show you some ideas!

Stracci you are so talented. Love this. Beautiful.