Vintage Engagement Ring: Untreated Burmese Ruby, Diamonds, White Gold, c. 1975
Located in Berlin, DE
Material: One natural Burma ruby, untreated (no heat), approx. 2.30 ct, 8.68 x 7.45 x 3.82 mm Ten brilliant cut diamonds, total approx. 2.50 ct, G, vvsi – vsi White gold 750/000, equ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Ruby 0.80cts & Fancy Diamond 0.52cts Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a RUBY gemstone set with a diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Keiko Ikeda Platinum 18K Gold Ruby Diamond Enamel Band Ring
Located in 台東区, JP
A contemporary designer ring by Japanese jewelry artist Keiko Ikeda, crafted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold with vibrant enamel detailing.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
$572Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Oval Ruby Halo Ring with Diamond Heart Accents
Located in Antwerp, BE
Often referred to as the "King of Gems," the ruby represents passion and courage, while the flanking hearts make this an ideal choice for an anniversary gift, a promise ring, or a ro...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.50 Carat Natural Rose Cut Diamond Double Halo Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful double halo ring featuring a 0.50 Carat Natural Rose Cut Diamond and 0.59 Carats Diamond accents Ring set in Platinum. Diamonds have been adorned and cherished throughout...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 1.63cts Diamond & Ruby 0.84cts Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gemstone set with a diamond.
Diamond, Ruby
Burmese ruby and diamond three stone ring, early 20th Century.
Located in London, GB
Marked 18 carat white gold and settings tested palladium, early 20th Century, accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services report #5785-2564.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 0.89 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ships from USA. No Tariffs. This ring features a rare 0.89-carat GIA-certified heart-cut ruby from Burma, prized for its "pigeon blood" color and untreated natural beauty.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
From $6,448 / item
2.13 Carat Natural Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond engagement ring, available in solid 18K gold, is crafted with unmatched precision and p...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Contemporary 18K Vivid Red Emerald Cut Ruby And Diamond Geometric Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A bold contemporary cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat white gold and centered with approximately 2.40 carats total weight of natural vivid red emerald-cut rubies, arranged in a stri...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late Deco 0.60ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
This elaborate 1930s cluster ring centres around a 0.60 carat, oval cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 1.40ct Diamond and Ruby Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
The ring is crafted from 18 carat yellow gold and features elegant detailing across the gallery.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Gold 2.8ct Ruby Infinity Ring by Designer Gems Paradise, India
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Inspired by the concept of eternal elegance, the 18 Karat Gold 2.8 Carat Ruby Infinity Ring embodies a seamless flow of vibrant beauty and luxury.
Ruby, 18k Gold
$572Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Oval Ruby Halo Ring with Diamond Heart Accents
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT White Gold Gold Weight : 2.69 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamonds Stone : 18 Natural Diamonds Gem Stone : 1 Ruby Diamond Car...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Stackable Marquise Natural Ruby Half Eternity Band 18 Karat Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stackable Natural Ruby Half Eternity Band Set in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape repr...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Marquise-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1890s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Carat Weight: 0.35 centre Stone Shape: Oval Age: Victorian, 1890s Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Size: R1/2
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late Deco 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
Beautifully crafted open basket work allows plenty of light under the stones allowing them to look their best. Crafted from 18 carat white gold this ring is a stunning example of 193...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$910Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Ring with Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, 1960s
Located in Vannes, FR
Antique 18 Carat Gold Ring Set With Precious Stones This yellow gold ring, dating from the 1960s, celebrates the beauty of nature with timeless elegance.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,832Sale Price|20% Off
Dome Ring with 16.78 Cabochon Rubies, 0.19ct Diamonds, 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
US 6.5 Resizing is available 9 Rubies 16.78 Carat Diamonds 0.19 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,200 / item
Antique Style Ruby Diamond Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold & sterling silver.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
18kt White Gold Ring 4.05ct Burma Ruby, 5.76ct Diamonds, CGL Certified
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt White Gold Ring 4.05ct Burma Ruby, 5.76ct Diamonds, CGL Certified Elegant big ring full of diamonds and a ruby in the centre.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring, Late 20th Century
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Classy wide solid 18 Karat yellow gold ring channel set with square rubies and white diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18kt White Gold Ring Set Bracelet Tsavorite, Diamond, Ruby, Paolo Piovan
By Paolo Piovan Gioielli
Located in Antwerp, BE
Tsavorite: 10.94 carat Diamonds: 17.03 carat Ruby: 0.73 carat Material: 18 kt white gold Total weight: 102.1 gram Size: Max length around the arm: 18 cm To open the bracelet, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.20 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby 18 Karat Solid White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
10.20 Carats Natural Diamond & Ruby 18K Solid White Gold Men's Ring Amazing looking piece! Total Natural Round Cut Diamonds Weight: Approx. 0.70 Carats (color G-H / Clarity SI1-SI2...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 0.95ct Diamond and Ruby Five Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Each gem has been firmly claw set into platinum collets, with a gently tapered band of 18 carat yellow gold completing the ring. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Dilys' Certified Natural Jadeite and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Dilys'
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This natural A-grade, lush green 'peace buckle' jaidete centre stone is set with 24 rubies and 443 diamonds, totaling 3.28 carats, in 18 karat white and black gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold 2.8ct Ruby Infinity Ring by Designer Gems Paradise, India
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Inspired by the concept of eternal elegance, the 18 Karat Gold 2.8 Carat Ruby Infinity Ring embodies a seamless flow of vibrant beauty and luxury.
Ruby, 18k Gold
1.80 Ct Round Shape Ruby and Diamond Three Row Band Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A unique and fashionable ring showcasing two rows of round-shape 18 diamonds and one row of 10 vibrant rubies in the middle, set in a band design. Rubies weigh 1.80 carats and Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,500 / item
Ruby Rosecut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold & sterling silver with blackened finish.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian 0.35ct Sapphire and Ruby Double Heart Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
The ring’s head is crafted from aged silver, which gives the ring wonderfully antique character, while the band is made from 18 carat yellow gold, creating a beautiful contrast betwe...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Natural Ruby 3ct Round Cut Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, India, New
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a Diamond gemstone.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Herbert Rosenthal, Ruby and Diamond Bee Ring, 18K Yellow and White Gold
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Chicago, IL
The body and wings are artfully set with 20 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.10 carats total, their bright scintillation contrasting beautifully against 18 round...
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Marquise Ruby & Diamond Basketweave Cocktail Band Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Details: • Metal: 18K yellow gold • Gemstones: Natural marquise-cut rubies and round brilliant-cut diamonds • Ruby Weight: Approximately 2.56 carats total • Diamond Weight: Appr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
South Sea Pearl with Tsavorite and Cabochon Ruby Frog Ring Set in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Tsavorite 1.75 carats and Cabochon Ruby 0.25 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 2.1 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 22.16 gra...
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire 0.32cts & Diamond 0.43cts Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features an emerald, RUBY, BLUE SAPPHIRE & diamond gemstones.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural 1.55 Carat SI Clarity GH Color Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SER-28949 Gross Wt. :- 2.80 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.49 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.55 Ct. ( SI Clarity & GH Color ) Ring Size :- 3 to 13 US ✨ Customization A...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Blue Sapphire Matte Finished Ring In 18 kt Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Ring in 18 kt gold studded with Blue sapphire. Accessorize your look with this elegant Blue Sapphire Ring. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy o...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Natural 0.98 Carat SI Clarity GH Color Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SER-29230A Gross Wt. :- 2.95 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.75 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.98 Ct. ( SI Clarity & GH Color ) Ring Size :- 3 to 13 US ✨ Customization ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.21 Carat SI/G Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- SER-210162D Gross Wt. :- 1.75 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 1.71 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.21 Ct. ( SI Clarity & GH Color ) Ring Size :- 3 to 13 US ✨ Customization...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tresor Paris 0.30 Carat Round White Diamond 18 KT Gold Claw Set Band Signet Ring
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
Round brilliant white color G-H clarity SI Diamond claw set ring set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This ring has a total Diamond weight of 0.30 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Pl...
18K Rose Gold 5.39ct Ruby Solitaire Ring by Gems Paradise, India
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Step into timeless romance with our 18 Karat Rose Gold 5.39 Carat Ruby Solitaire Ring, a perfect blend of cozy rose gold and a stunning 5.39 carat ruby.
Ruby, 18k Gold
Bespoke 2 Carat Round Diamond GIA Certificate 18 Karat Gold Halo Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Halo & Sides: 0.50 Carat, total weight. Precious Metal: 18 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Two-Tone Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer ring is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This gorgeous ring is microscopically decorated with gold wires - granulated details contrast with a unique Byza...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Emerald, Multi-gemsto...
Natural Ruby Oval cut 2.52cts & Diamond 0.68cts Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a RUBY gemstone set with a diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K White Gold 7.5ct Ruby & 1ct Diamond Oval Cut Ring, Designer Made
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby & Diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,500 / item
Ruby Diamond Armour Knuckle Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and sterling silver.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$1,600
Diamond and Ruby Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
The stones are set in 2.5 grams of 18 karat white gold. Ring Size 6.5.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Granulata Style Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond & Ruby Vintage Inspired Edwardian Style Openwork Dome White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Number: 1 Weight: 0.07 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gemstones Type: Ruby Shape: French Cut Number: 18 Weight: 1.10 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gemstones Type: Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 8 Carat No Heat Kashmir Sapphire, Burma Ruby, & Diamond Stack Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: ✔ Item type: Detachable Stack ring ✔ Metal: 18k white and yellow gold ✔ Design: Toi Et Moi ✔ Size: US 6 (adjustable) ✔ Weight: 7.42 grams ✔ Setting: Prong, Channel Cent...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Number: 18 Weight: 0.14 Carat (approx. total weight) This ring will be made to your order in 3-5 1weeks, contact us to find out more.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcrafted Round Cut 0.50 Carat Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
By Atelier Molinari
Located in Paris, FR
Handcrafted Round Cut 0.50 Carat Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring.
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Round Cut 0.50 Carat Pink Tourmaline 18 Karat White Gold Solitaire Ring
By Atelier Molinari
Located in Paris, FR
Handcrafted Round Cut 0.50 Carat Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring.
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Diamond Ruby Platinum 18K Gold Checkerboard Vintage Band Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a band ring centering a curving concave channel With two rows of square step cut rubies and diamonds Bead set in platinum as alternating checkerboard pattern Rubies weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
0.40 Carat Round Diamond Twisted Love 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Prong Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Rose Gold, with a total of 0.40 Carat White Diamonds.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
G.I.A. Vivid Red Ruby and Diamond Halo Handmade Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
G.I.A. Vivid Red Ruby and Diamond Halo Handmade Ring Ruby - Natural Weight - 1.16 Carats Measurements - 7.78 x 6.13 x 2.61 Shape - Oval Treatment - Heated Origin - Thailand G.I.A.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.95 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Prong Love Engagement Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Rose Gold, with a total of 0.95 Carat White Diamond.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
1.20 Carat Round Diamond Twisted 18 Karat Rose Gold 4 Prong Engagement Love Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
For a beautifully entwined journey together, this gleaming twisted vine modern classic engagement ring. Handmade in 18 Karat Rose Gold, with a total of 1.20 Carat White Diamond.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
18K Rose Gold 0.85ct Ruby Eternity Ring by Gems Paradise, India
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Elevate your collection with the allure of eternal love embodied in our 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.85 Carat Ruby Eternity Ring.
Ruby, 18k Gold
0.33 Carat Round Cut Cluster 18 Karat White Gold Halo Engagement Diamond Ring
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This Beautiful 0.33 Carat White Round Cut Diamond Cluster Halo ring is set in 18 Karat White Gold and color H clarity SI1.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k 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.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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