$7,200Sale Price|20% Off
18K Gold Ruby Diamond Bracelet with 16.06ct Ruby and 5.24ct Diamonds
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Ruby Diamond Bracelet is contemporary but just beautiful. There are 8 oval Ruby stones weighing in at 16.06 carats plus Diamonds of 5.24 carats to total 16.00 carats total wei...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Élan 18K Gold Diamond Ruby & Onyx Swirl Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and sculptural vintage bracelet by Élan, crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold and designed in a dramatic swirling motif.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Ruby Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Rose Cut Diamond and Ruby Bracelet Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
ZYDO Ruby & Diamond Domed Stretch Bracelet 18K Rose Gold
By ZYDO
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite stretch bracelet is colorful and eye-catching. The bracelet is 18K Rose Gold There are 12.81Carats of beautiful rubies, There are 0.77Carats round diamonds Diamond Qua...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,780Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Ruby & Diamond Bracelet in 18k Rose Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, it features rich ruby & diamond gemstones set evenly across its surface.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Pear Shaped Ruby Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 18K white gold bracelet features stunning pear-shaped ruby centers and 0.75 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold and platinum bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center stone: 4 cabochon cut rubies Weight: Approximately 2.00 carat Accent stone: 10 old European cut diamonds Weight: Approximately 1.60 carat Color: G-H Clarity: VS-SI Accent sto...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$34,200Sale Price|20% Off
10.06 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
10.06 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Gold This magnificent round shape Ruby bracelet is incredulous.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tennis Bracelet 18K Rose Gold and Natural Red Rubies
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Step into the realm of timeless elegance with our "TIMELESS" Tennis Bracelet, a masterpiece crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet Statement 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A timeless symbol of elegance, this ruby and diamond bracelet is masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$677Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Gold Birthstones Bracelet Jewelry For Her Emerald Ruby Sapphire Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Genuine Emerald / Ruby / Sapphire bracelet with diamonds in 18k Gold.
Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
Natural Ruby 12.06ct Bracelet in 18K Gold, Designer Made, India
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Bracelet is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural Ruby 12.50ct & Diamond 1.68ct Bracelet in 18K Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Bracelet is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby and diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural Ruby 2.28ct & Diamond 5.08ct Bracelet in 18K Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Bracelet is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby and a diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 2.41cts Diamond & 5.34cts Ruby Bracelet in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Bracelet is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gem...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Important Heavy French 18K Gold Diamond & Ruby Bracelet 10 Carats
Located in Media, PA
These are accented by approximately 2 carats of vibrant, square-cut rubies, set in geometric "lozenge" motifs that provide a striking contrast against the rich 18K yellow gold.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
8.20 Carat Ruby Tennis Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and timeless, this refined ruby tennis bracelet is crafted in luxurious 18K white gold and set with a continuous line of vivid natural rubies totaling approximately 8.20 cara...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby And Diamond Bracelet In 18K White Gold.
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous ruby and diamond bangle beautifully handcrafted in 18k white gold. The details are as follows : Ruby weight : 5.70 carats ( 19 rubies) Diamond weight : 1.10 carats ( G...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Mid century 9.00 carat ruby diamond 18k white gold bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Graded G-H color and VS clarity, the diamonds add soft sparkle and refined contrast, beautifully enhancing the vivid ruby design with graceful brilliance. Crafted in 18k white gold a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond 13 Carat 18K White Gold Bracelet
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Ruby and Diamond 13.00 Carat 18K White Gold Bracelet A striking creation of fine goldsmith artistry, this bracelet is set in 18K white gold and showcases an extraordinary combinatio...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Tricolor 18K Gold Bracelet with Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies & Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Bracelet come in 18K gold with 2 pieces of natural Carving Zambian Emeralds, fine quality, of 25 carats; 13 pieces of natural Carving Sapphires , fine quality, of 19 carats; 15 ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bracelet in 18K white gold with diamonds and rubys
Located in Berlin, BE
Bracelet in 18K white gold, set with 24 natural diamonds, each approx. 0.02 ct, and 32 Burmese rubies, each approx. 0.03 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Sapphire Diamond Cuff Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Accents
By Bulgari
Located in Fairfield, CT
Bulgari Sapphire Diamond Cuff Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Accents This Bulgari cuff bracelet is made in 18K yellow gold and features two cabochon-cut blue sapphires totaling appr...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby 12.06ct Asscher Cut Tennis Bracelet in 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS RUBY: 12.06CTS G. WT: 12.55 GRAMS N. WT: 10.14 GRAMS 18K GOLD We encourage you to examine all the images provided for this item. To accurately represent the stone's...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate Oscar Heyman 18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Houston, TX
Oscar Heyman & Brothers bracelet composed of 18K yellow gold with oval rubies and round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
2.56 Carat Ruby Tennis Bracelet 18k White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
In natural lighting, they are a deep red ruby. As with all of our tennis bracelets, this ruby tennis bracelet is made of 18k solid White gold and rubies.
Ruby, White Gold
Judith Ripka 18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
By Judith Ripka
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Judith Ripka 18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Diamonds 1.11ctw 15 Baguette Rubies Size 6 Retail $22080
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$71,200Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Ruby & Diamond Flower Design Tennis Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
18K White Gold Ruby & Diamond Flower Design Tennis Bracelet This exquisite tennis bracelet is crafted in 18K white gold with a timeless 3D flower motif.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Bracelet 18k
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald & Diamond Bracelet In 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Pradera Jewels 18k Rose Gold Bracelet With Diamonds & Rubies
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18Kt rose gold bracelet with a total weight of 14.27 grams, diamonds with a total weight of 2.020 carats and rubies with a total weight of 11.54 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,290Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond Chain Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Ruby and Diamond Chain Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 0.94 carats of endlessly sparkling natural ruby and 0.04 carats of diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Leaf Motif Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite vintage Tiffany & Co. bracelet crafted in richly textured 18 karat yellow gold, showcasing an elegant leaf motif design accented by a continuous line of vivid natura...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.0ct Diamond and Ruby Bracelet MF42-020326
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury bracelet is perfectly understated. Channel-set Diamonds with a total weight of 1.0 carats sparkle from their place within the delicate 18K Yellow Gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$21,470Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Handmade Ruby Tennis Bracelet with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Handmade Ruby Tennis Bracelet with Diamonds in 18K gold showcases 7.5 carats of endlessly sparkling natural ruby and 1.65 carats of diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide 18k Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in La Jolla, CA
Wide 18k Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond Bangle Bracelet Bangle Bracelet features seven flower stations set with Marquise-shaped Rubies, Sapphires, and Emeralds and acc...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,529Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM Diamond Briolette & Ruby 18K White Gold Dangling Bracelet
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM Diamond Briolette & Ruby 18K White Gold Dangling Bracelet Bracelets are worn to enhance the look.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Natural Ruby Briolette Double Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Natural Ruby Briolette Double Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold Elegant and refined, this pre-owned vintage bracelet features a series of natural AA-quality rubies beautifully fac...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19.22 Carats Ruby Pave Bangle Bracelet in 18k Rose Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
19.22 Carats Total Weight Ruby Pave Oval Bangle Bracelet in 18k Rose Gold Oval Shaped Pave Bangle Bracelet features 19.22 carats Round Rubies Pave set in 18k Rose Gold.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Ruby Color Shade Tennis Bracelet 18k 750 Rose Gold Natural Rubies MXHM
By Maximilian Hemmerle
Located in München, DE
Crafted in 18k 750 rose gold whose alloy was specifically developed to mirror and enhance the gemstone colors, the bracelet achieves an exceptionally harmonious and luminous overall ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Yellow Gold Ruby Wide Cuff Bracelet, 7.5 inches - 33.4g
Located in Providence, RI
This striking 18k wide cuff bracelet captivates with its celestial-inspired design and intricate craftsmanship.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fascinating 14.60ct Rubies and Diamonds Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Fascinating 14.60ct Rubies and Diamonds Bracelet in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Adorn your wrist with the captivating elegance of this breathtaking bracelet, crafted in luxurious...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Art Deco Inspired Diamond & Ruby Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 27.9 Grams Stone: 1.20ctw Diamond, 1.5ctw Ruby Size: 6 3/4" Hallmark: 750 Metal: 18k White Gold Item #: BR-1929-061626-08
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s 18k Gold Organic Shaped Bracelet With Rubies and Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This is an unusually delicate bracelet made of 18k gold and adorned with round cut rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Emerald Cut Link Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 6.27 ct. ruby emerald cuts. Total of 13 stones. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Length is 7".
Ruby, Yellow Gold
$4,050Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 2.90ct Pear Ruby & 0.74ct Diamond Fine Chain Bracelet
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A refined study in color, fire, and feminine elegance, this handcrafted 18k gold bracelet showcases six exceptional pear‑cut rubies totaling 2.90 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k 750 White Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Milgrain Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Metal Type: 18k White Gold Total Item Weight: 15.2 Grams Length: 7.0 in Width: 8.5 mm Height: 3.6 mm Sizable: Yes 1: Primary Stone: Ruby Pri...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Heart Charm Dual-Link Bracelet with Ruby Accents
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Details: Heart Charm Link Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Gemstone Accents Bracelet Length: 7 inches + 0.75 inch extension Fine Jewelry Handcrafted in Brazil
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
16.50-Carats Ruby Line Bracelet 18k c1970s
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k. Colorfully elegant, this gorgeous line bracelet is all about the 16.50 carats of rich red rubies.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K 750 White Gold Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Metal Type: 18K White Gold Total Item Weight: 16.1 Grams Length: 6.5 Inch 1: Primary Stone: Burmese Ruby Primary Carat Weight: 18.89 Ct. (14 pcs) Primary S...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 5.20ct Ruby and 7.02ct Diamond Hinged Bracelet
Located in Broomall, PA
This stunning bracelet features a sophisticated and symmetrical design set in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Bypass Bracelet, Stamped 750
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold statement of elegance, this 18K yellow gold bypass bracelet features alternating rows of channel-set rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, creating a striking striped pattern.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Oscar Heyman 18K Yellow & White Gold Ruby Diamonds Bracelet
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Flushing, NY
Retro Oscar Heyman 18K Yellow & White Gold Ruby Diamonds Bracelet Stamped With Maker's Marks & Purity: HB 18K Approximate Dimensions: 16.5 cm (Length) 1.8 cm (Width) 39.9 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SeidenGang 18K Green Gold Dove Bracelet with Diamonds & Ruby Eyes
By SeidenGang
Located in Orlando, FL
Specifications Designer: Seidengang Origin: United States (New York) Metal: 18K green gold Weight: 87.1 grams Length: 6 3/4 inches Width: 1 inch Motif: Hand-detailed birds, architec...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18k Gold, Bezel Setting
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The hand selected rubies have gorgeous red color and are set in 18k yellow gold bezels, while the brilliant white diamonds are set in 18k white gold.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Turquoise, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A vibrant and distinctive bracelet from the 1970s, featuring rows of cabochon turquoise accented by ruby, sapphire, and diamond floral motifs. The flexible gold construction and rich...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Gold & Platinum Link Bracelet with Ruby & Diamonds, 1950
Located in The Hague, ZH
RETRO 18k gold and platinum link bracelet set with ruby and single-cut diamonds up to 0.40 ct – F/G – VS/SI – 19 cm long Detailed description The top of the bracelet is 1.8 cm wi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Ilias Lalaounis Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Double Ram Ruby Bracelet
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
A remarkable vintage bracelet by renowned Greek jeweler Ilias Lalaounis, masterfully crafted in richly textured 18K yellow gold.
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional original bracelet by Tiffany & Co., crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and weighing approximately 50 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,309Sale Price|30% Off
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Multi Fancy Sapphire & Ruby Bracelet Set In 18K Gold & Siv
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Multi Color Sapphire & Ruby Bracelet Set In 18K Gold & Silver open and close hinge and safety locks Natural Red Ruby - 15 Carats Natural Dark ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bulgari 33.86 ct Ruby & Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold – Signed Estate
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Ruby 33.86 carats Certifications: SSEF Size: 15.5 cm Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 113.30 grams Period: 1993 Condition: Used - Previously owned, light...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 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.
Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.
Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.
In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.
Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)
While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.
One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.
Find a diverse collection of bracelets that you can sort by style, stone cut and more on 1stDibs.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.