Amethyst Engagement Rings

Amethyst engagement rings are designs that feature this beautiful purple gemstone as the center stone instead of a traditional diamond. The most popular amethyst engagement rings feature one purple amethyst gemstone in a solitaire style, but other trendy designs also include additional gems or diamonds for a brilliant contrast.

Amethyst is considered the stone of peace, and it is associated with soothing energy. Amethyst is also the birthstone for February. The most popular amethyst engagement ring meaning is love.  

The beautiful, versatile range of colors seen in amethysts make them a stunning choice for all our metal options, including dramatic rose gold. We also offer amethyst wedding rings and engagement styles in white gold and yellow gold.

Engagement rings with amethysts are a great value for their beauty, bringing affordable prices when compared to other styles such as solitaire diamond engagement rings of the same carat size and quality.

Both natural and lab diamonds are the hardest stones, ranking at 10 on the Mohs scale. Amethysts, which are quartz stones, clock in at 7 on the Mohs scale. This makes amethysts considerably softer than diamonds and more prone to scratches and fractures with daily wear. But proper care and amethyst-specific settings can help keep these stones in great shape. 

Engagement rings with amethysts can symbolize sincerity, peace and genuine love between partners. As February's birthstone, amethyst engagement rings can also symbolize a relationship with special ties to this romantic month. Some people also simply choose these gemstones for purple engagement rings because they like its color. 

Amethysts rank a 7 on the Mohs scale, meaning they’re softer than diamonds but harder than gemstones such as opals. Amethyst engagement rings should not be worn for strenuous activities, and they should not be exposed to chemicals or lotions. 

Amethyst engagement rings are best cleaned using a specialized jewelry cleaning solution or a combination of gentle soap and water. Visit our gemstone care guide for more tips on cleaning amethyst engagement rings.  

Depending on the wearer’s personal style, amethyst rings can be a great fit. If you are considering an amethyst wedding ring or engagement style for your partner, take their personal style into consideration to determine if this gemstone is their best fit.

Because amethysts are softer than diamonds, the setting you choose is important for both style and strength. Consider gold or platinum for the ring. Styles with multiple gemstones, such as an amethyst and diamond ring, are best in neutral or complementary metal tones. Platinum and white gold offer a soft shaded background for amethysts while rose gold and yellow gold bring contrasting hues.

Many people can safely wear their amethyst engagement rings every day. Take special precautions to avoid knocking the ring into any rough surfaces and avoid wearing the ring when cooking, cleaning or engaging in other strenuous activities.

You can use our free ring sizers to easily measure ring size at home and find the perfect fit. If you’d prefer, you can also visit our local jewelry stores for expert help in finding the right ring size.

Purple is the signature color for our amethyst engagement rings. We offer settings in a variety of violet shades for every budget and style.