Vintage Ruby Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Pair of Vintage Ruby Emerald Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Earrings. Featuring two cabochon cut rubies of approximately 6.80 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.54ctw Diamond Ruby Dangle Earrings 14k Yellow & Oxidized Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.20ctw Cut - Double Rose Color - Champagne Clarity - VS2 - I1 - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.10ctw Cut - Baguette ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Stud Earrings .25ct Round 14K Yellow Gold July Birthstone
Located in Dearborn, MI
Ruby Stud Earrings .25ct Round 14K Yellow Gold July Birthstone Featuring 2 Beautiful Natural Round Ruby Gemstones Classic Stud Earrings Backs Do Not Match 100% Natural Gemston...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Flower Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate14K Yellow Gold Ruby Flower Earrings. This pretty pair of earrings feature rubies inside each flower that is constructed in yellow gold.
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby Leaf and Diamond Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Earring Diameter: 28 mm x 15 mm Total Weight: 7.9 Grams Ruby Setting: Prong Ruby Total Count: 42 Ruby Carat Weight: ~2.00 carats...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Clover Earrings
Located in Derby, NY
Elevate your look with these elegant 14K yellow gold Alhambra earrings. Featuring a stunning clover design adorned with sparkling rubies and diamonds, these earrings exude luxury and...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.06ct Diamond and Ruby Earrings MF06-070825
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These earrings are secured by classic omega backs.This pair of 14K Yellow Gold 0.06 ct Diamond and 0.50 ct Ruby Earrings is offered in estate condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant 14k Yellow Gold Triple Oval Ruby Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings feature sets of oval cabochon-cut African Ruby adorned with round Brazilian citrine, handset in 14k yellow gold.
Citrine, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$3,500 / item
Ruby And Diamond Flower Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold 1.38Cttw
Located in New York, NY
These stunning diamonds and ruby flower stud earrings are crafted in lustrous 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Ruby Stud Earrings, Late 20th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
In a fun 14 karat yellow gold, birds nest style mounting - these beauties are centered with bright red rubies!
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Single Stud Earring .35ct Round 14K Yellow Gold July Birthstone
Located in Dearborn, MI
Ruby Single Stud Earring .35ct Round 14K Yellow Gold July Birthstone Featuring a Beautiful Natural Round Ruby Gemstone Classic Single Stud Earring This is for a Single Earring, N...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$850 / set
Marina J. Solid 14k Yellow Gold and Faceted Ruby Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking set of earrings is made up of entirely solid 14k Yellow Gold and Faceted Rubies.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.88 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Style: Stud Gemstone colors: Pink Gemstone shapes: Oval Two prong-set oval-cut Thai rubies each measure 4 mm wide and 5 mm long Total gemstone weight: 7/8 carats Metal: 14k Yellow go...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Style Ruby Filigree Dangle Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Information Style: Filigree Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Width: 16 mm. Length: 35 mm. Weight: 5.28 g.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$235 / set
Marina J. Ruby, Pearl & 14k Yellow Gold Lever Back Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple yet bold pair of Earrings by Marina J. Measuring 1.5 inches long, these Earrings feature all solid 14k Yellow gold Lever Backs and wiring, from which a round high luster Pearl...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Flower Stud Earrings, Unisex Design
Located in Dallas, TX
Ruby and diamond earrings in 14 karat yellow gold!
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Ruby Diamond Earrings 14k Yellow Gold 2.45 Tcw Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Ruby Diamond Earrings 14k YG 2.45 TCW Certified $3,950 111300 This is a one of a Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.39 Ct Diamond and Ruby Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Take any ensemble to the next level with these luxury earrings. Each hoop-style earring is made from measures .55” long, .25” wide, and is crafted from 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold 0.40ctw Ruby Love Knot Trefoil Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Rich Purplish Red Color - 3.5mm each - 0.40ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.2 Gra...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.74ctw Gia Certified Oval Cabochon Ruby Petite Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
This elegant pair of ruby stud earrings was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold and features 2 beautiful, prong set, oval cabochon cut rubies that have been certified by GIA.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Halo Single Stud Earring 1/2ct 14K Yellow Gold Oval Cut
Located in Dearborn, MI
Ruby Diamond Halo Single Stud Earring 1/2ct 14K Yellow Gold Oval Cut Features a Gorgeous .35ct Lab Grown Oval Cut Ruby Gemstone This is for a Single Earring, Not a Pair.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Earrings
Located in Montgomery, AL
Earring Details Material: 20K Yellow Gold; 14K Yellow Gold Posts & Backs Length: 5/8 Inch Width: 1/2 Inch Weight: 2.8 Grams Accented by the following gemstones 18 - 4mm X 3mm Oval C...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$1,200
Yellow Gold Marquise Ruby Stud Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 karat yellow gold pair ruby stud earrings Two marquise rubies measuring 6 by 3 millimeters each Ruby hue tone color is rose red Rubies weighing 0.80 carats New Earrings Handmade ...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dazzling 2.01ct Rubies and Diamonds Drop Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 2.01ct Rubies and Diamonds Drop Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold - IGI Certified These exquisite drop earrings feature 22 tapered rubies, collectively weighing 1.50 carats, disp...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Preowned 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Earrings - Clip On
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Preowned 14K yellow gold clip on button earrings featuring two oval shaped cabochon rubies measuring approximately 14.2x11mm and weighing approximately 15 carats total.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Burma Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Bezel Set Stud Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Expression of Elegance and Craftsmanship Step into a world of exquisite luxury with these 14K Yellow Gold Burma Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Renaissance 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Topaz Hoop Earrings
By David Yurman
Located in Southampton, PA
Add color, character, and class to your basics with the David Yurman 14K Yellow Gold Ruby & Topaz Renaissance Hoop Earrings.
Ruby, Topaz, Yellow Gold
Sold|$338 / item
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.10 Ct Diamond and Ruby Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These lovely LB Exclusive earrings are made with 14K yellow gold and set with two rows of gemstones set parallel over the face of each earring.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Ruby Locket Earrings Star Enamel 14k Yellow Gold 1.5" Drops
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of antique Victorian star drop earrings (circa 1870s to 1880s) crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Sold|$477 / item
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.06 Ct Diamond and Ruby Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The 14K Yellow Gold setting measures 0.25” round.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.10 ct Diamond and Ruby Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
There’s something undeniably opulent about these exquisite earrings. Crafted from 14K Yellow Gold, the circular setting beautifully showcase radiant rubies totaling 0.50 carats withi...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Sold|$622 / item
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.14 Ct Diamond and Ruby Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Add a touch of opulence to any occasion with these fabulous 14K Yellow Gold earrings. The lustrous setting measures 0.45” long, 0.25” wide, and features delicate millegrain accents a...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Sold|$4,650 / item
Round Cut Ruby & Diamond Halo Long Drop Earrings 14K Yellow Gold 1.5 In
Located in New York, NY
Elevate any attire with these dazzling drop earrings, perfect for any occasion. Crafted in fine 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.1 to 1.20 Ct Oval Gemstone Ruby Stud Earrings - 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone: 1.10 to 1.20 Carat Material:14K Yellow Gold Secure it today and experience the unparalleled beauty of this exceptional piece.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.14 Carat Emerald-Cut Ruby Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Hoop Earring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Earring is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace Earring. This Earring is made up of 6x4 Emerald-cut (2 pcs) 1.14 carat Ruby and Ro...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic 14K Yellow Gold 1.60ctw Pear Ruby w/ Diamond Halo Teardrop Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
These beautiful and classically styled stud earrings are very well crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and feature a pair of stunning, pear cut rubies with a matching and super attracti...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Bezel Set Ruby Stud Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 karats yellow gold oval shape ruby stud earrings Stud earrings measuring 6 by 4 millimeter; Two oval shape ruby weighing 0.40 New Earrings Handmade in USA
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold and Silver 1.29ct Diamond and Ruby Dangle Earrings MF02-020124
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These dramatic earrings are exquisite from every angle. Opulent 14K Yellow Gold and Silver are beautifully juxtaposed on each earring, creating a subtle two-toned design.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Beautiful Red Ruby Solitaire Stud Earrings in Solid 14K Yellow Gold Round 9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
These beautiful stud earrings feature a pair of 8.20 carat weight round Ruby gemstones set in solid 14K gold. These Ruby earrings make a lovely July birthstone gift for your loved on...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$4,995
1.00 Carat Ruby Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique 1940's Dynamic movement retro vintage ruby clip post dangle earrings. 10 round rubies totaling 1.00cts set in 14k yellow gold sloped tops with double dangles.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Sold|$1,480
Gemstone 14K Yellow Gold Fly Earrings
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These 14K Yellow Gold fly earrings are stunning and large.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 2.40ct Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Clip-On Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Incredibly luxurious, each one features a 14K Yellow Gold setting measuring 1.15 long by 1.0 wide.This jewelry piece is offered in estate condition and includes a gift box.
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.01ct Diamond & Ruby Flower Earrings ER4-15657YRU
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Polish your ladylike looks with these floral earrings decorated with marquise-cut rubies. Each 14K yellow gold stud has a floral basket mounted with marquise ruby petals and a diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Marina J White Pearl and Ruby Graduated Tassel Earrings with 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pair of Tassel Earrings by Marina J. This lovely pair features two large oval cabochon Ruby stones (9mm x 10mm), bezel set in 14k Yellow Gold.
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Retro Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby and Diamonds Statement Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These striking earrings feature a dynamic interwoven design, showcasing vibrant rows of calibre cut sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. Each gemstone is meticulously set in a gleaming g...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Halo Earrings in 14k Gold
Located in Towson, MD
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold earrings displaying .50 Total Carat Weight Rubies surrounded by .25 Total Carat Weight Diamonds with H-I color and I1-I2 clarity. The portion of each ...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.17ct Diamond & Ruby Stud Earrings ER4-15272YRU
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Each stud features a faceted ruby with a vivid pinkish-red tone. Surrounding the ruby are bead prongs in yellow gold, followed by a pear-shaped halo of round diamonds that bring a su...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Ruby Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Ruby: 2 oval cut = 0.50cttw Weight: 0.85 grams
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sophisticated 0.90ct Ruby and Diamond Dangling Earrings set in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Introducing our exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Earrings, a captivating fusion of elegance and sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Lovely 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings w/1.15 ct - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lovely 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings w/1.15 ct - IGI Certified These earrings feature a harmonious arrangement of 8 round rubies, totaling 0.80 ct, their hues trans...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.17 Ct Diamond and Ruby Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These luxury hoop earrings are positively radiant. A 14K Yellow Gold setting provides a beautiful backdrop for an array of diamonds totaling 0.17 carats and rubies with a total weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.11 Ct Diamond and Ruby Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Add color, sparkle, and elegance to any ensemble with the help of these classic hoop earrings. Along with a shimmering 14K Yellow Gold setting, they include diamonds totaling 0.11 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Midcentury 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Stud Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful pair of mid-century stud earrings in 14k yellow gold featuring bright red ruby centers!
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$2,250
Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Aspen, CO
Diamond and ruby dangling yellow gold fine contemporary earrings. The rubies are natural, vibrant red and clean. The oval cut, prong set suspended rubies at the bottom weigh an est...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.25 Ct Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A stunning arrangement of precious gemstones make these luxurious earrings incredibly captivating. Each one measures 0.25” round and features a circular setting crafted from opulent ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Vivid Ruby & Diamond Disc Shaped Lever Back Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (2) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant - Milgrain Bezel Set - Vivid Red Color - 0.43ctw (approx.) (6) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant - Milgrain Bezel Set - ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 1.30ct Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
The bold and bright drop earrings to wear for a refreshed style. This pair in white gold features multiple leaf-shaped settings embellished with diamonds on shared prongs. The sparkl...
Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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