Bulgari Natural No Heat Burma Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The Bvlgari ring features an oval-shaped burma ruby no heat measuring 9.85 x 7.00 x 4.28 mm and weighing 3.20 carats, flanked by oval-shaped sapphires approximately 0.75 carat, accen...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,364Sale Price|20% Off
Ladies Vintage 18K White Gold 1.04ct. Gia Oval Ruby Halo Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Size: 6.75 Halo head measurements: 14.15mm x 11.10mm Shank maximum width: 3.90mm Weight: 4.40 grams Ladies 18K white gold diamond and ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.53 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ring by REWA Jewelry which reimagines the timeless Toi et Moi style with a captivating pairing of a heart-shaped diamond and a rich ruby. The centre of the ring is a hea...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.15 Carat Natural Burma Cabochon Ruby and 1.79 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
3.50 Ct Natural Burma Cabochon Ruby & 1.8 Ct Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Three & Half Carat of very clean natural Burma Ruby Cabochon , Beautiful Color and very clean Ruby The...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Stunning Ct 3, 74 of Burma Ruby and Diamonds on Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
From love ❤️ collection, amazing design in 18k gold with heart cut Burma ruby 2,50 ct and round brilliant cut diamonds 1,24 ct E/F-VS. Handcrafted by artisan goldsmith. Excellent man...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Exceptional Burmese Ruby – Mogok Origin GRS Certified
By Eze Jewelry
Located in Bucharest, Romania
A true rarity in the world of fine gemstones, this extraordinary ruby is GRS-certified as unheated and of Burmese origin—credentials that already place it among the most coveted trea...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Certified 0.92 Carat Burmese Ruby and 0.51 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage Burmese ruby and diamond cluster ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,320Sale Price|25% Off
Burmese Ruby Diamond Flower Cluster Ring Platinum PT950 6.90ct High Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
A striking Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Flower Cluster Ring crafted in Platinum PT950. Centered by a vivid 2.90 carat Burmese ruby, this exceptional gemstone displays the rich re...
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring GIA Certified 1.94 Carat Burma No Heat in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels features a classic design that is versatile enough for any occasion. The center stone is a 1.94-carat Burmese ruby, completely untreated wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIT Certified 0.57 Carat Natural Burma Ruby Round Heated Diamond Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.743 grams Set with- Stone type: Natural Corundum (RUBY) Shape: Round Carat: 0.57 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring GRS Certified 2.19 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels features a timeless design, suitable for any occasion. The center stone is a 2.26-carat Burmese ruby, certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GR...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Pigeon Blood 0.81 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new 0.81 carat Burmese ruby ring mounted with diamonds in 18 Karat gold by Rewa. The ruby weighs 0.81 carat and is certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, no h...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$152,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified BURMESE Red Ruby 3.20 Carat VIVID RED Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing Natural 3.20 carat ruby diamond ring. The ring is an absolute marvel and has an exquisite halo of round brilliant cut diamonds. This ring is one of kind and considering the...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Burmese Mogok Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Shanghai, CN
This exceptional ring features a remarkable 3.59 carat natural Burmese ruby, certified by GRS, confirming its prestigious origin and exceptional quality.
18k Solid Gold Natural Ruby Half Eternity Ring July Birth Stone Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Shop yours now. A Genuine Burmese Ruby, A Lucky Birthstone Ring for July. Zodiac Ring.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$148,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6.30 Carat No-Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly collectible ring centered by a GRS-certified 6.30 carat natural ruby of Burmese origin (Mogok, Myanmar), set in platinum and flanked by fine white diamonds....
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.6 Carat Burma Ruby Minor Heat and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 3.6 Carat of very clean natural GIA Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring GIA report 3215496405 Burma Ruby is Minor Heat Gold: 10 Gm Yellow gold Diamonds:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AGL Certified 2.19 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby & Trapezoid Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: ✔ Item Type: Three Stone Ring ✔ Metal: 18k white and yellow gold ✔ Size: US 6 (adjustable) ✔ Weight: 3.97 grams ✔ Setting: Prong ✔ Shank: Straight Stone Details: ✔ Gems...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
6.94 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby & Diamond 18K Black Bezel Gold Ring
Located in Miami, FL
6.94 carat emerald cut natural Thai ruby and 1.65 carat baguette diamond 18K yellow gold and black gold bezel cocktail ring, featuring the vivid purplish red ruby in a yellow gold be...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 1.76 Carat Pigeon's Blood Red No Heat Classic Burma Ruby Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
AGL Certified 1.76 Carat Cushion Cut Pigeon's Blood Red No Heat Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold. Set with a round cut diamond halo and two trillion cut side stones.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,925
Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k yellow gold and ready to be worn! Ring Size 4.50
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,021Sale Price|20% Off
AIG Certified Caving Emeralds Sapphire Rubies Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Add a touch of fruity fun to your style with Fruiti Tutti Jewelry. Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with 6 pieces of Carving Zambian Emeralds, Burma Rubies and Ceylon Sapphire of 6,...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
GRS 1 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A ‘Pigeon Blood’ red hue ruby and diamond solitaire ring made in 18 Karat gold. A classic design with a unique triangle shaped ruby. This ring is a good fit for everyday use and for ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 2.01 Carat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* A beautiful 2.01 carat, pigeon blood oval Burmese Ruby and fancy cut Diamond three-stone engagement ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
6.45 Carat No-Heat Burma Ruby Oval Cut & Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 7 (adjustable) Weight: 7.14 grams Setting: Prong, Halo Center Stone Details: Type: Ruby Carat: 6...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$13,440Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Burma Red Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Gem Crystal, N.O.S.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Here is a nice vivid red Ruby and diamond ring. The ring is set in 18k white gold and white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite Certified Ct 9, 70 of Burma Ruby and Diamonds on Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
From ❤️ love collection, exclusive design in 18k gold with heart cut Burma ruby ct 8,60 and round brilliant cut diamonds ct 1,10 F/VS. Handmade by artisan goldsmith. Excellent manufa...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.28 Carat GRS Certified Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A beautiful and rare ring, it features an exquisite GRS Lab certified "pigeon's blood" red Burmese ruby weighing 1.28 carat with a halo of white round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.7...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgian Circa 1780 18K Gold Silver Ruby Diamond Urn Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent Georgian period Urn ring set with natural untreated Ruby and Diamond, possibly Burma, in 18 KT and silver Elaborate scroll work with the Urn in the middle beautifully ado...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian 0.95ct Ruby & Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
- Victorian antique ruby & diamond cluster engagement ring - 0.90ct untreated ruby of Myanmar (Burma) origin - Twelve Old European Cut diamonds, total approx 0.45ct (G-H, VS2-SI...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 0.88 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A ‘Pigeon Blood’ red ruby and diamond solitare ring made in 18 Karat gold made by Rewa The ring ships from the US, there are no tariffs or import tax to buyers in the US.. This rin...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 0.82 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Meticulously crafted with a gross weight of 2.86 grams, the ring is a lightweight yet luxurious accessory. Fashioned from 18K white gold, the metal setting provides a modern and eleg...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 2.79 Carats No Heat Burmese Ruby & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous engagement ring, featuring a vibrant 2.79 carats oval cut ruby certified by AGL as having a Burmese origin with no indications of heat treatment and SI clarity, set with a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$625Sale Price|50% Off
18K White Gold 0.69ct Oval Clear Ruby & 0.11ct Brilliant Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Please consider any applicable import duties or taxes in your country when making your offer—we’re happy to work with you to find a fair and satisfying arrangement Product Details: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,560Sale Price|20% Off
AIG Certified 3.03 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Enhancing the beauty of the Burmese Ruby is a glamorous halo setting. Encircling the center stone, this design features 42 pieces of round brilliant diamonds carefully set in 18K whi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 1.54 ct No Heat Burmese Ruby Mens Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K YELLOW GOLD 18 DIAMONDS 0. 69 CARATS 1 BURMA NO HEAT RUBY 1.54 CARATS AGL CERTIFIED Introducing the Ruby Screw Ring, a captivating piece that seamlessly combines classic be...
Ruby
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 5.50 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Whether worn as a celebration of a milestone or as a treasured heirloom, this IGI certified 5.50 carat vivid pink-red Natural Burma ruby and 2.62 carat natural diamond ring in 18K Wh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$62,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.52 Carat Oval BURMESE NO HEAT Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
At its heart lies a resplendent 4.50-carat oval Burma ruby, a gem of rare allure and intense vibrancy.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$300,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 6.5 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A truly exceptional and rare gemstone ring centered by a magnificent natural ruby of extraordinary pedigree, accompanied by a Gemological Institute of America report confirming its m...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.02 Carat Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Passion personified! This beautiful ring features a top-quality Burmese ruby with a bright, vivid red hue. It is accompanied by Gemological Institute of America Report #2151860794 st...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.64 Carat Gubelin/GRS Certified Burmese Ruby and White Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A rare ring, it features an elegant Gubelin as well as GRS certified oval natural Burmese red ruby weighing 2.64 carat, with white fancy-cut diamonds on both sides of the ruby weighi...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Burma No Heat Red Ruby Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The ring ships from the US, so there are no import duties or tariffs for US buyers. The center stone is a 1.21 carat ruby. The stone has...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.51 Carat Oval Cut Burma Ruby & Diamond 18 Karat Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful ring showcases a natural GIA certified 3.51 carat oval cut Burma ruby, elegantly accented with 0.90 carat total weight of sparkling round and tapered baguette diamonds...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cellini 13.26CT Cushion Burmese Ruby Three-Stone Ring with 2.37 Carat Diamonds
By Giovane
Located in New York, NY
A truly magnificent classic ring. The cushion shaped Burmese ruby center stone is flanked by trilliant diamonds in a handmade platinum and 18 kt yellow gold mounting. Ruby total weig...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
NTE Burma Ruby & Sapphire "Toi et Moi" Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Introducing the exquisite "Toi et Moi" ring, a timeless style dating back to the late 18th century, symbolizing the beautiful union of two souls. Crafted with care, this ring holds ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Burmese Ruby (6.00TW) and Diamond (3.50TW) "Trombino" Ring Circa 1935
By Bulgari
Located in Carmel, IN
Conceived by Giorgio Bulgari in 1932 the very first Trombino Bulgari Ring was entirely set with diamonds as an engagement ring for his future wife, Leonilde Gulienetti. The ring's p...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18kt Gold Ring GRS 2.19 Ct Burmese Pigeon Blood Vivid Red Ruby & 1.5ct Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous fine 18kt White Gold Ring With 2.19ct Burmese Mogok Pigeon Blood Ruby and 1.5ct Diamonds, With GRS Swiss certificate! Ruby: Natural Burma Ruby, 2.19ct, Oval shape, Brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 1.70 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Experience the allure of this IGI Certified 1.70 Carat Ruby in an intense pinkish purplish red color, encased in an elegant 6-prong setting with exquisite natural diamonds, all set i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 2.91 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This extraordinary gemstone takes center stage in a modern-style ring crafted from 18K White Gold. The Ruby is encircled by a mesmerizing firework setting, surrounded by 24 dazzling ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL and IGI Certified 1.27 Carat Burma Ruby Three-Stone Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Classic Three-Stone Ring The ring is 18K White Gold. The center stone is 1.27 Carat Heated Burma Ruby.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.88 Carat Vivid Red Burma Ruby Colombian Emerald Christmas Color Cocktail Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
The ring has been hand made in Hong Kong and set in 18K Gold
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
18k White Gold Ruby Cts 10.61 Rose-Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sourced from Burma, this ruby is flanked by 12 rose-cut diamonds (4.73 cts) that shimmer with an ethereal glow, all set in a luxurious 18k white gold band weighing 9.57 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA 1.29Ctw Ruby & Diamond Halo Twisted Band Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold. Total ruby weight: 1.29 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 2.89 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Set in a luminous 18K white gold setting, this exceptional vivid red Ruby captivates the eye with its rich color and exceptional clarity, exuding a sense of passion and mystery that ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unheated 1.73ct Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring No Heat GRS Certificate - Stunning
Located in bangkok, TH
A Simply stunning Unheated 1.73ct Burma Ruby from the famed gem mines of Mogok in Burma (Myanmar), set in this gorgeous classic platinum and diamond setting. The colour of this magni...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
3.31 Carat Oval Ruby & Diamond Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
3.31 Carat Oval Ruby & Diamond Statement Ring in 18K White Gold This striking statement ring showcases two natural oval-shaped Pigeon Blood Burma rubies with a combined weight of ap...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$108,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Switzerland 6.30 Certified Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Antinori Fine Jewels is proud to show this exclusive cushion mixed-cut Burma ruby exhibits its ideal red hue in this ring. For centuries, rubies from Myanmar, Burma has ranked among ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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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