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Vintage 1940s 14ct Gold Square Amethyst Ring
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Vintage 1940s 14ct Gold Square Amethyst Ring

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Corvidae Antique
Description

A beautiful retro gold cocktail ring with a step-cut purple amethyst set into a scalloped openwork mount.

SIZE: N (UK), 6 and three quarters (US). The square face of the ring measures 1.6 x 1.7cm and the amethyst is approximately 12 x 9mm.

WEIGHT: 5.8g.

MATERIALS: 14-carat (585) gold, amethyst.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None found, the metal tests as 14-carat gold.

CONDITION: The ring is in excellent vintage condition, although the stone does have a chip under one claw if you look under magnification, see photos.

ERA: Estimated late Art Deco, c.1940s.

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Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this 1940s Gold Amethyst Ring to the 1940s.

Independent Date Check ID 09519357
Dealer's Item Date1940s
Sellingantiques Date1940s
Sellingantiques agingItem 65-95 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1940s:
Bold geometric openwork gallery: typical mid-century cocktail ring design.
Step-cut rectangular amethyst with corner claws: setting style of the 1940s.
Broad stepped shoulder mounts: architectural styling typical of the retro period.
Soft rubbing and fine handling marks across the gold: natural gentle wear.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217051
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Description
A beautiful retro gold cocktail ring with a step-cut purple amethyst set into a scalloped openwork mount.

SIZE: N (UK), 6 and three quarters (US). The square face of the ring measures 1.6 x 1.7cm and the amethyst is approximately 12 x 9mm.

fig 1. A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery.
fig 1. Vintage 1940s 14ct Gold Square Amethyst Ring

WEIGHT: 5.8g.

MATERIALS: 14-carat (585) gold, amethyst.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None found, the metal tests as 14-carat gold.

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CONDITION: The ring is in excellent vintage condition, although the stone does have a chip under one claw if you look under magnification, see photos.
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ERA: Estimated late Art Deco, c.1940s.

FREE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING! 🇺🇸 US 10% tariffs are prepaid by us 👍.

Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this 1940s Gold Amethyst Ring to the 1940s.

Independent Date Report ID 09519357
Dealer's Item Date1940s
Sellingantiques dating1940s
Sellingantiques agingItem 65-95 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1940s:
Bold geometric openwork gallery: typical mid-century cocktail ring design.
Step-cut rectangular amethyst with corner claws: setting style of the 1940s.
Broad stepped shoulder mounts: architectural styling typical of the retro period.
Soft rubbing and fine handling marks across the gold: natural gentle wear.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217051
Corvidae Antique
Corvidae Antique
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2020

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Archive I A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery.

Vintage 1940s 14ct Gold Square Amethyst Ring

Archive II A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery. View II
Archive III A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery. View III
Archive IV A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery. View IV
Archive V A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery. View V
Archive VI A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery. View VI
Archive VII A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery. View VII
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A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery.
Vintage 1940s 14CT Gold Square Amethyst Ring
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A vintage 14-carat yellow gold cocktail ring featuring a rectangular emerald-cut amethyst set in a raised geometric openwork gallery.
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  • ObjectRings
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleRetro Modern
  • Material14ct Gold, Amethyst
  • ColourGold, Purple
  • MotifsEmerald cut gemstone, Pierced architectural gallery, High-profile claw setting

This vintage 1940s cocktail ring dates from the late Art Deco era and is formed from 14-carat yellow gold. The piece displays a large, rectangular emerald-cut purple amethyst held securely within a high-profile claw setting. Beneath the central gem sits a sculptural square mount decorated with pierced architectural cut-outs and geometric openwork. The metalwork exhibits a polished finish and a rich gold tone, contrasting with the deep violet hues of the stone. Viewed closely, the construction reveals scalloped edges along the mount and four sturdy corner claws holding the amethyst in place. The square face measures 1.6 x 1.7 cm with a stone size of approximately 12 x 9 mm, and the entire piece has a weight of 5.8 g. Suitable for daily or evening wear, the ring slides onto the finger to add a bold splash of colour to any modern outfit. The high-profile setting makes it an eye-catching statement piece for cocktail parties, formal dinners or special gatherings. It pairs well with other vintage or contemporary gold jewellery, worn alone on the hand to draw full attention to the geometric gallery and vibrant central gemstone. Maintenance requires careful storage in a dedicated jewellery box and occasional cleaning with a soft cloth to preserve the bright polish of the gold and the clarity of the amethyst.

FAQs

Clean using warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush, avoiding chemical cleaners or ultrasonic baths that could compromise quartz crystals or pierced gold mountings.

A vintage cocktail ring is best worn as a singular accent piece on the hand, paired with neutral tailored clothing to highlight its structural metalwork and gem colour.

Authentic pieces feature hallmark stamps indicating metal purity, alongside hand-pierced or cast geometric galleries and prominent claw-set emerald or cushion-cut gemstones.

Rings from this era were commonly crafted in 14ct or 18ct yellow gold, featuring oversized quartz minerals like amethyst or citrine held within openwork metal frames.

Retro Modern jewellery from the 1940s is defined by bold geometric forms, elevated architectural settings, and prominent step-cut gemstones set in yellow or rose gold.
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