1.2 Ct Fine Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire + 1.5 Ct Diamond 18 KWG Ring S 7
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat Gold Ring, featuring a stunning 1.2 carat natural oval Ruby, Emerald, and Sapphire along with approximately 1.5 carats of brilliant cut diamonds. T...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Rose Gold Eternity Ring Set With Ruby, Pink Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A vibrant and feminine eternity ring crafted in luxurious 18ct rose gold, set with an exquisite combination of rubies, pink sapphires, and natural diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2 Matching Moon Shape Pigeon Rubies 0.66ct in 18ct Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
2 Matching Moon Shape Pigeon Rubies , 0.66ct Set In 18ct Yellow Gold Ring This elegant Ruby ring features two matching pigeon cut Rubies of 0.66ct set in an 18ct Yellow Gold band.
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby and Pearl Ring Hallmarked Birmingham Circa 1870
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Pearl & Ruby Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1870 Hallmarked Birmingham Crafted in solid 18ct gold, this ring features three pearls spaced evenly across the band, ...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
0.32ct Ruby And Diamond Ronette Antique Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Crafted from 18ct yellow gold, it is a ring of the highest quality and will make a wonderful addition to any jewellery collection.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
ALGT Certified 18 kt Gold 3.21 Ct Pear Rose Cut Fine Color Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent ALGT Certified 18kt Gold 3.21 Ct Pear Rose Cut Fine Colour Ruby & Diamond Ring Ruby: Pear shape, Rose cut Intense purplish red Ruby 3.21ct Diamond: 3 Rows of Brilliant ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Fine Quality 0.75ct Ruby and Victorian Cut Diamond Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
Fine Quality 18ct Yellow Gold 0.75ct Ruby and 0.52ct Victorian Cut Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Stamped, Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Boat Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 This exquisite Edwardian-era ring showcases a stunning boat-shaped design, crafted from 18ct gold and adorned with vibrant rubies ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Rubelite 1.66 Carat Ruby 0.37ct with Diamond 0.66 Ct Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A Classic setting of Rubelite 1.66 carats, surrounded by 0.37 carats of Ruby and Diamond (0.66 carat)set in 18 karat White Gold, is quite a perfect style for the lady who embraces u...
Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,608Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.09 Ct Oval Cut Red Ruby Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Black Rhodium
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire ring showcases a stunning oval-cut red ruby weighing approximately 2.09 carats, beautifully set in luxurious 18K yellow. The ruby measures about 8x6 mm and is secured ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 18K 1.01 Ct Burma Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood Ruby&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 1.01 Ct Burma Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood Ruby&Diamonds Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Burma Vivid Red ( Pigeon's Blood ) Ruby weighing 1.01 ct set on the 18K yellow gold band...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA 18K 1.08 Ct Burma Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood Ruby&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 1.08 Ct Burma Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood Ruby&Diamonds Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Burma Vivid Red ( Pigeon's Blood ) Ruby weighing 1.08 ct set on the 18K yellow gold ...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1940s, 18ct Rose Gold, Three Row Ruby & Diamond Tank Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 18ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1940s Introducing a stunning vintage 18ct stamped rose gold cocktail ring, adorned with natural rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1940s, 18ct Yellow & White Gold Ruby & Diamond Set Buckle / Belt Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Buckle Style Cocktail Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1940s This vintage 18ct gold cocktail ring is a true statement piece.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Original Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Introducing an exquisite original Art Deco Target Ring, a true testament to timeless elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, 1920s Original Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
The rubies are beautifully secured in warm yellow gold, while the base of the ring features a smooth 18ct yellow gold band, ensuring comfort and style.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Natural Ruby Diamond Halo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold, With GIA Gem Report. 2.42 CT.
Located in Honolulu, HI
The scalloped design around the diamonds resembles a flower shape around the center ruby. The ring is masterfully crafted in 18k yellow gold and the sides of the ring are set with on...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Deco Calibrated Ruby and Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1920s Step back into the elegance of the 1920s with this stunning 18ct yellow gold Art Deco cocktail ring, an original piece that perfe...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18ct White Gold Pave Set Black Diamond Skull With Ruby Eyes Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
18ct white gold, pave set black diamond skull ring is definitely jaw dropping, literally.
Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.25 CT Diamond Multi Stone 18 KT Yellow Gold Sapphire Emerald Ruby Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Multi Stone Ring includes 0.25 Carat Round White Diamond as well as Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Orange Sapphire / Citrine, Emerald, Star Sapphire, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire / Citrine and Garne...
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire,...
0.31 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Crescent Moon Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crescent Moon Diamond and Gemstone Ring / Minimalist ring / Gold crescent moon ring / Lucky ring / moon ring / Gift for her / Pave setting ring Crescent ring, Moon ring, Handmade je...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1982 18ct Yellow Gold ADORE Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby & Emerald Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham Circa 1982 Makers Mark B A O Introducing the stunning 18ct Yellow Gold ADORE ring, a true epitome of elegance ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum 1920s Original Art Deco Ruby & Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Art Deco Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Introducing a stunning 18ct Gold Art Deco Plaque Ring, a true statement piece for any jewellery lover.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1.50 Ct Red Ruby 1.60 Ct F VVS Diamond 18 Kt
Located in Napoli, IT
This very charming vintage ring is 1970 circa Skilfully hand crafted as unique of solid 18 Kt gold Marvelous chic design with octagonal head set with Ruby and Diamonds An exceptional...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co., AGL 2.00 Ct Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring, Platinum and 18K
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautifully classic ring by Tiffany & Co. boasts a beautiful 2 carat cushion cut Unheated Burma Ruby flanked by two pear shaped brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18ct Rose Gold Edwardian Clover Crossover Ruby Diamond Sapphire Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Clover Ring 18ct Rose Gold Tested Circa 1900 Beautiful, Edwardian ‘Red, White & Blue’ Clover Ring.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,639Sale Price|20% Off
0.82 Carat Ruby Cuff Ring 1.10 Ct SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SER-21604 Gross Wt :- 9.26 gm 18k White Gold Wt :- 8.88 gm Diamond Wt :- 1.10 ct ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Ruby Wt :- 0.82 ct Ring Size :- 7 US & ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Art Deco Calibrated Ruby and Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Target Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Step into the elegance of the Art Deco era with this stunning original target ring, crafted from 18ct yellow gold and ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18ct Comp Sapphire Natural Emerald Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
14.00ct. Composite Sapphire ring. Full cut brilliant Cushion cut Clean clarity Transparent and vibrant top Bright Gem Royal Blue 13.2 X 13.8mm Lab Created .50ct. Natural Diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,500Sale Price / item|30% Off
Pink Rubelite Tourmaline and Ruby Forget Me Knot Ring in 18ct Rose Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Featuring a 6ct Pink Tourmaline Burmese ruby set band Made to order 18ct rose gold Made to order in your size Unisex style Comes in luxury packaging
Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Gems Are Forever Three Stone GIA Certified 3.02 ct. Natural Ruby Ring 18k Gold
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
This gorgeous 18kt yellow and white gold ring is centered with GIA certified 3.02 ct cushion cut no heat ruby accented with two princess cut fancy yellow diamonds 1.10 carats and rou...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct White Gold & Platinum, 1930s French, Diamond and Ruby Cross Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cocktail Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum- French Hallmarked Circa 1930s Step into the elegance of the 1930s with this stunning Art Deco cocktail ring, a true masterpiece ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
GIA 18K 2.57 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Red Ruby Art Deco Design Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 2.57 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Red Ruby Art Deco Design Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Red Ruby weighing 2.57 ct set on the 18K white gold band wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct White Gold, 1930s French Stamped, Two Row Diamond & Ruby Tank Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Crafted in 18ct white gold, this exquisite ring features two rows of dazzling French white diamonds and an oval-faceted ruby, adding a touch of timeless elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 18K 3.08 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Red Ruby 3-Stone Design Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 3.08 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Red Ruby 3-Stone Design Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Red Ruby weighing 3.08 ct set on the 18K white gold band with...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.29 ct certified Burmese cluster ruby ring in 18 k with 2 cts diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
A 2.29 ct certified Burmese ruby ring in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique German Halo Ring natural 0.7 ct Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum Ø3.75US
Located in SE
Beautiful old German Halo Ring from ca. 1920s -1930s, with great stones and parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 18ct Yellow And White Gold Ruby And Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Art Deco Target Ring Circa 1920’s 18ct Yellow & White Gold Set with a Beautiful, Old Brilliant Cut Centre Stone- Approx 0.75cts Surrounded in a Target Design of Calibrated Rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.4 ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 6US/ 2.7 gr
Located in SE
A Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold band with braided shoulders holding old diamond cut natural Rose Red Ruby and 2 old diamond cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$1,396Sale Price|40% Off
Representative 2.50 ct Ruby Diamond Ring of a special kind 18 kt 22x23 mm
Located in Viena, Viena
Italian way of life, a representative ruby diamond ring of a special kind, looks beautiful on the hand, 32 full-cut diamonds set in leaf-shaped settings totaling approx. 0.40 ct, W (...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,680Sale Price / item|43% Off
Eternity band wedding band in 18ct Rose Gold with Rubies
Located in Brisbane, AU
The prestigious name of OHLIGUER blazes across the surface of our namesake ring. It appeals to bold minimalists and the lavish alike with its powerful form and opulent adornment of m...
Ruby, Rose Gold
18 Kt Bi Color Ring, 0.85 Carat Diamonds & 2.47 ct Heart Cut Rubies and Sapphire
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Bicolor Ring With 0.85 Carat Diamonds & 2.47 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Mid Victorian Heart Locket Lover's Ring with Rubies, Emeralds, and Diamonds
Located in London, GB
The knot motif and concealed locket reflect the era's fascination with tokens of affection, making this an evocative and collectible piece of period jewellery. Mid Victorian 18ct go...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
1964 Nordic Ring 0.3 ct Ruby 0.22ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 7.5 US/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
Elegant Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters holding oval cut natural Rose Red Ruby and 2 brilliant cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$2,309 / item
Ada Diamond 18ct Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Mayveda Jewelry
Located in London, GB
Crafted in 18ct yellow gold, The Ada Petite Ring is a refined and smaller interpretation of The Ada Ring.
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Pe...
18k Yellow Gold Ring w/ 1.42 ct with Gems & Natural Diamonds IGI certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
Gorgeous 0.42 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond and Sapphire/Ruby Ring with Side Stones This stunning ring features a dazzling 0.42 carat round brilliant diamond, set in 18K yellow gold...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.03 CT Art Deco Yellow Diamond Ring 18K Gold Cocktail with Blue Sapphire (#27)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large Art Deco Style Ring Bold Impressive Statement Ring Center is Natural Yellow Diamond surrounded with Blue Sapphire. All stones are Natural 18k Two Tone Gold (White and Yellow) ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.69ct G/H/SI Pear Shape Natural Diamond and 1.48ct Round Ruby in 18ct Gold
Located in London, GB
0.69ct G/H/SI Pear Shape Natural Diamond + 1.48ct Round Ruby, Set In 18ct Gold 18ct Yellow Gold Pear Shape Natural Diamond and Natural Round Ruby Ring The Ruby is a lustrous, deep re...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold
Unique Freeform Ruby Cocktail Ring in 18k Gold & Ruby by Kelvin J. Birk
Located in Geneve, CH
Dimensions: W 1.2 x D 0.7 x H 2.4 cm. Materials: 18ct gold and oval ruby. This freeform ring is cast in 10.3g of 18ct gold and features a prominent 8mm x 10mm oval ruby set on the t...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Gold Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Ring, 18K Gold
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Early 20th Century 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Half-Eternity Ring Approx. 1.00ct Diamonds — Size P/Q UK, 7.75 US size appx.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold 1.50ct Ruby Art Deco Ring MF34-031726
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Its surface is a continuous field of round diamonds, crossed by a bridge of rubies. A larger, bezel-set ruby sits at the center, flanked by paired rubies that taper in size as they e...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Three-Row Diamond Across Finger Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Three Row Diamond Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning Edwardian-era ring crafted from 18ct white gold and platinum.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18ct White Gold, Diamond Three Stone Crossover Trilogy Engagement Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Engagement Ring 18ct White Gold Hallmarked London 1978 Discover this stunning 18ct white gold engagement ring from the 1970s, showcasing a captivating three-stone design ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Gold 1920s Art Deco Octagonal Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Art Deco Aquamarine Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1920s Introducing a stunning 18ct yellow gold ring from the glamorous 1920s, epitomising the elegance of the Art Deco era.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Patterned Ruby Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an antique 18ct yellow gold ruby ring. The band of the ring features a delicately hand engraved pattern which goes the whole way around the band.
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Star Set Old Cut Diamond Band Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 This 18ct yellow gold band ring is a stunning Edwardian piece that exudes elegance and charm.
Diamond, 18k 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.
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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