It’s said that cocktail rings are making a big comeback, and one can see why. After several years of hiding behind (or in front of) our computer screens, we need to get our hands some proper attention again.
Take a look at any recent red-carpet event and you’ll have all the proof you need—Lizzo’s Grammy rings are just one excellent example—but the reemergence of statement jewelry goes well beyond celebrity-studded celebrations.
For the average consumer, a cocktail ring might take the form of costume jewelry—not a lot of everyday buyers are seeking those red-carpet investment pieces on a whim. But for those looking for something made with precious materials, this month’s birthstone is a fantastic option for a cocktail ring.
Often more affordably priced than other gems, amethyst has the bang-for-your-buck factor that a lot of other colored gemstones don’t, and its purplicious presence is pretty undeniable.
See all the evidence below—a range of pieces with varied styles, sizes, and prices, all shining examples of amethyst cocktail rings at their finest.
Ring in 18k rose gold with amethyst and tourmaline cabochon, price on request; Dale NovickBubble ring in 14k yellow gold with amethyst, $2,000; Ashley ZhangReina ring in 9k yellow gold with amethyst, £1,750 ($2,170); Olivia Madigan-SheaLollipop ring in 18k yellow gold with pear-shape amethyst and carnelian, price on request; RetrouvaíKoko ring in 18k yellow gold with 50.76 ct. amethyst, $3,850; MisaharaSatellite ring in 18k rose gold with 5 ct. amethyst and pear-shape diamond, price on request; Andrew GeogheganCocktail ring in 14k yellow gold with enamel and 10.8 ct. amethyst, $5,100; Tara HirshbergAndromeda ring in 18k yellow gold with 10.5 ct. amethyst and 0.89 ct. t.w. diamonds, $6,835; Jenny DeeSignature cocktail ring with marquise amethyst and diamonds, $6,475; John AtencioRing in sterling silver with gold vermeil and amethyst, $258; Jorge RevillaAmphora ring in 14k green gold with amethyst, price on request; Judi PowersCocktail ring in 14k white gold with amethyst and diamonds, €2,759 ($2,990); BreuningRing in white gold with amethyst and diamonds, price on request; Supreme JewelryRing in 14k Strawberry Gold with 5.25 ct. Grape Amethyst, 0.125 ct. t.w. Nude Diamonds, and 0.1 ct. t.w. Chocolate Diamonds, $2,348; Le Vian
Top: Cocktail ring in 14k rose gold with amethyst and diamonds, $2,587; Effy Jewelry
