Sold|$995 / set
Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings Featuring 6 Round Rubies Totaling Approximately 1.00 Carat Accented by 16 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds of SI Clarity and H Color Totaling 0.16 Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Stud Earrings with Heart Shaped Ruby
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Fourteen karats yellow gold heart-shaped stud earrings Six round ruby weighing 0.60 carat Ruby hue tone color is rose red New Earrings The 14 karat gold earrings are hanging gold s...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade 14k Yellow Gold Dangle Post Earrings with .66 Carats Natural Rubies
Located in Greeneville, TN
The "Jade" earrings are an exquisite pair of 14k yellow gold dangle earrings, featuring .66 carats of vibrant natural rubies complemented by .08 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Jade, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Natural Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
Ruby & Natural Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Stud Earrings Metal: 14k yellow gold Weight: 2.32 grams Diamonds: Approx. .80 CTW H-I VS natural diamonds Rubies: Approx. .50 CTW Diameter: 8....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Moonstone Ruby Earrings, Circa 1950's
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage Moonstone and Ruby flower earrings finely crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with pear shape moonstones and round ruby centers.
Moonstone, Ruby, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Stud Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These LB Exclusive earrings are made of 14K yellow gold and embellished with rubies.
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Panther Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14k yellow Rubies: 52 rubies= 1.00cttw Diamonds: 18= .10cttw Color: H Clarity: SI Fastenings: post with Omega back Dimensions: each earring is 19.4...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3ct Ruby Earrings w Natural Diamond Halo in 14K Dual Yellow and White Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
These beautiful stud earrings feature a pair of 3.0 carat weight emerald cut ruby gemstones with a halo of natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K dual yellow and white go...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Ruby Floral Stud Earrings Gift For Her Set in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Red Ruby Floral Pushback Stud Earrings in 14K Gold to make a statement with your look.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 0.48 TCW Diamond & Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings 17.0 x 16.5 mm
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 6.6 Grams Stone: Approx 0.48 TCW (0.06 ct) I SI1 Diamonds Measurements: 17.0 x 16.5 mm Hallmarked: 14K ITEM #: BR-1066-100523-06
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings - 0.85ctw Rubies, 0.10ctw Dia.
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Add a pop of color and elegance to your jewelry collection with these Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings in 14kt Yellow Gold. Featuring 0.85 carats of luscious pinkish red rubies and 0.1...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980's Pearl Stud & 0.80 Carat Ruby Jacket Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage 80's Pearl Stud & Ruby Jacket Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold, a versatile and elegant pair that offers two stunning looks in one.
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.10ct Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings EL4-10371YRU
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Crafted from 14K Yellow Gold, Diamond accents with a total weight of 0.10 carats provide the perfect amount of sparkle.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ruby Diamond En Tremblant Yellow Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic, feminine and wearable earrings that are a great addition to your jewelry collection. Created by Cartier in New York. Made of 18 and 14 karat (tested) yellow gold and set with...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Sold|$938 / item
Ruby Solitaire Stud Earrings in Solid 14K Gold Cushion 7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Let us know the gold color you would prefer. Available in solid 14k - yellow gold, white gold & rose gold.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Earrings These lovely earrings each features one oval ruby (6 mm x 4 mm) surrounded by 14 round brilliant cut diamonds and set in class...
Ruby, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Flower Stud Earrings
Located in McLeansville, NC
A pair of 14 karat yellow gold and ruby flower stud earrings. These earrings feature prong set, round cut rubies set in a tulip mounting and with push backs. Stones: - rubies - roun...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, Rubies, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Shiny Dangle Earrings
Located in Napoli, Campania
Gorgeous pair of shiny dangle earrings in 14k yellow gold structure, studded with beautiful diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby 0.63 Carats set in 14K Yellow Gold Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Delight in the allure of these Natural Ruby Earrings, featuring 0.63 carats of captivating rubies set in a dual-tone 14K White and Yellow Gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
These lively three row earrings feature natural sapphires, rubies and diamonds bead set into 14 karat yellow gold clips with posts.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Stud Earrings w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Yellow Gold Oval 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
These cute stud earrings feature a pair of 1.77 carat weight oval ruby gemstones with natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K gold. These earrings can be a beautiful July ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$694 / item
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.36 Ct Diamond and Ruby Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These earrings have an undeniable sense of luxury. A shimmering 14K yellow gold setting beautifully highlights the arrangement of diamonds totaling 0.36 carats.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold 3.56ctw Turquoise Diamond & Ruby Cluster Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a gorgeous vintage pair of turquoise, ruby, and diamond cluster earrings crafted in solid 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.15 Ct Diamond and 0.25 Ct Ruby Hoop Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These beautiful LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.15 ct Diamond 0.25 ct Ruby Hoop Earrings are made with 14K yellow gold and are set with 0.15 carats of round-cut diamonds and 0.25 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Sold|$1,495 / set
Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald Earrings
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings Featuring 10 Marquise Cut Rubies, 10 Marquise Cut Sapphires, & 12 Marquise Cut Emeralds Accented By 20 Round Diamonds Of I1 Clarity & H/I Color. Pierced...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$513
Ruby Diamond Gold Dangle Earrings
By Lee Brevard
Located in Dallas, TX
These amazing dangle earrings each feature two rubies and two diamonds in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Snake Ring
Located in New York, NY
Make a statement with this with 2 emerald eyes on a pave diamond polished solid gold band. The ring features a unique and edgy design with a snake that wraps around the finger. "...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Sapphire Yellow Roe Gold Parachute Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Ruby, diamond and sapphire 14k yellow gold Parachute dangle earrings, with 12, 14k rose chains. 2 round red rubies, approx. .8cts 2 round diamonds, H VS approx. .4cts 2 roun...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: earrings measure 8.35mm in length Diamond: round brilliant cut = .17cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ruby: 2 oval cut = 1.55cttw Fas...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: earrings measure 8.35mm in length Diamond: round brilliant cut = .17cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Ruby: 2 oval cut = 1.55cttw Fas...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Infused Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K yellow gold Gemstone: 2 Ruby’s = 10.25cttw Diamonds: 138 round brilliant cut = .90cttw Color: H Clarity: SI Dimensions: earrings measure 11.6mm...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 1ctw Ruby Swirl Earrings, 14KT Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A pair of retro 14 karat yellow gold ruby swirl earrings. These classic earrings feature a swirl motif of gold marquise accents with round cut rubies weighing approximately 1 total c...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby & Natural Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby & Natural Diamond Halo Stud Earrings Metal: 14k yellow gold Weight: 2.01 grams Diamonds: Approx. .16 CTW H-I VS round natural diamonds Ruby: Approx. .30 CT...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$1,600 / item
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings featuring 1.87 Carats of Diamonds Underline your look with this sharp 14K Yellow gold shape Diamond Earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold
Sold|$2,080
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings featuring 1.58 Carats of Diamonds Underline your look with this sharp 14K Yellow gold shape Diamond Earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Yellow Gold and Ruby Brooch and Earrings
Located in Napoli, Campania
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Huggie Hoop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Ruby: 8 round cut = 0.40cttw Diamond: 6 round brilliant cut = 0.20cttw Color: I Clarity: SI2 Weight: 1.66 grams
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
4.04 Carat Ruby Stud Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 2 grams 9 millimeters length x 7 millimeters width Ruby Details: Cut: Oval Carat: 4.04 carat total weight Color: Red Item Features...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby Earrings 2.04 Carat 14 Karat Yellow Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Untreated Finely Faceted Quality Ruby Diamond Earrings 2.04 TCW 14k Yellow Gold Certified $2,690 018667 This is a One of a Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$689 / item
Hoop Earrings with Rubies. Ruby earrings in 14 karat gold.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 k gold hoop earrings with rubies Metal: 14kt solid gold Earring size: 12 mm.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Oval Ruby Bezel Set Yellow Gold Twisted Design Stud Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Fourteen karats yellow gold twisted designed stud earrings Two matched bezel-set oval faceted Burma ruby weighing 2.00 carats Ruby hue tone color is of rose red New Earrings Handmad...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Earrings- These lovely earrings each features eight marquis rubies and six round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K yell...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Earrings These lovely earrings each feature one round ruby (5 mm) surrounded by 12 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K yell...
Ruby, Gold
Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings with Six Marquise Rubies and Diamonds
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Fourteen karats yellow gold hoop drop earrings Diamonds weighing 0.20 carat Six marquises shaped Burma red rubies weighing 2.00 carats Rubies hue tone is rose red Earrings measuring...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Flies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Ruby Dangle Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Sold|$5,700
Ruby Emerald Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Simply Stunning Ruby and Diamond Dangle Earring in 14K gold and silver with pear shape emerald in center. Earring closure: Push Post 14kt:10.76gms Diamond:4.16cts Silver:20.81gms E...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Flower Stud Earrings #17842
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Flower Stud Earrings- These lovely earrings each feature six round natural rubies and one round brilliant cut diamond set in classic 14K yellow...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings #20633
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Half Hoop Earrings- These exquisite hoop earrings are each adorned with three round natural rubies and two round brilliant cut diamonds set in ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond and ruby dangle vintage earrings crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The earrings feature 8 round brilliant cut diamonds and 6 round natural ruby gemstones. The diamonds weigh a...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Earrings- These lovely earrings each features 15 rubies and 13 round brilliant cut diamonds set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Serpentine Diamond & Sapphire Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A symbol of power—rendered in light and precision. These contemporary serpent earrings reinterpret an ancient emblem with refined modernity. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, each earring...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Sold|$2,015
Tiffany & Co. Moonstone Ruby Gold Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Stamped Tiffany & Co and a known Tiffany design. The earrings are 14k. The posts are stamped T&Co 750. We believe them to be from a later Tiffany conversion or repair. 10 oval cab...
Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.10 Carat Diamond and Ruby Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These show-stopping LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.10 ct Diamond and Ruby Earrings are made with 14K Yellow Gold and set with 0.10 carats of round-cut diamonds and nine beautiful rou...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Handmade Ruby Gold Double Swirl Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade 1950’s double swirl design earrings. Made from folded sheets of 14k gold. This technique shows a huge degree of talent and skill as well as artistic design. 4 round rubi...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LB Exclusive 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.10 Carat Diamond and Ruby Earrings
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
These LB Exclusive earrings are made of 14K yellow gold and embellished with rubies and a total of 0.10 carats of diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Hoop Earrings, Hinged, Channel Set, .15 & .48cttw
Located in San Diego, CA
14kt yellow gold ruby and diamond channel-set hinged hoop earrings.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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