Coloured gemstone rings beyond diamonds
Antique gemstone rings set with coloured stones rather than diamonds cover a wide range of materials: amethyst, citrine, garnet, peridot, tourmaline, topaz and turquoise all appear regularly among antique gemstone rings, alongside less common stones depending on the period and fashion. Victorian gemstone rings favoured garnets and turquoise for their symbolic associations, while Art Deco gemstone rings brought a taste for stronger colour contrasts and unusual combinations, often pairing a coloured stone with diamond accents in a geometric mount.
Unlike sapphire, ruby and emerald, many of the stones used in our antique gemstone rings were rarely subjected to the treatments common in the modern trade, so a genuinely antique gemstone ring often gives you a naturally coloured stone with no need to ask about enhancement.
Styles in our gemstone ring collection
Our antique gemstone rings collection includes single stone rings, clusters and Art Deco gemstone rings across a wide range of coloured stones, each sourced individually and checked for stone security and setting condition before sale. Vintage gemstone rings from the Victorian and Edwardian periods sit alongside bolder Art Deco gemstone ring designs with geometric settings and calibre-cut accent stones.
Every listing in our antique gemstone rings collection states the gemstone identification and, where relevant, notes anything about treatment or condition worth knowing. Whether you are drawn to a Victorian garnet cluster ring, an Edwardian amethyst ring, or an Art Deco gemstone ring with striking colour contrast, our collection offers a genuine range of antique gemstone rings to choose from.
Buying a gemstone ring: what to look for
If you are drawn to a particular gemstone for its meaning or its colour rather than as a diamond alternative, our team can talk you through what was fashionable in each period and help you find an antique gemstone ring that fits both your taste and your budget. We check setting security on every gemstone ring individually, since coloured stones vary considerably in hardness and durability.
Ask us about the specific gemstone in any ring you are considering - some antique gemstone rings suit daily wear better than others depending on the stone's hardness, and we would rather guide you to the right piece than sell you one unsuited to how you plan to wear it.
Visit us or browse online
Our antique gemstone rings collection changes regularly as new pieces come in. If you are searching for a specific gemstone or period, contact us directly or visit our shop at 29 High Street, Battle, East Sussex, open Monday to Saturday, 10:15 to 17:00.
