$3,839Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Filigree Band Ring with Ruby and Diamonds, Circa 1980
Located in Perugia, IT
Pierced band ring in 18 k yellow gold with ruby and diamonds. Expertly crafted by master Florentine goldsmiths who were themselves inspired and inspired by master Buccellati, the rin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 1940s 18k White Gold Ruby Diamond Eternity Ring, Women's
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Retro 18k white gold eternity ring features three vivid rubies and two sparkling diamonds in an alternating pattern, blending bold color with vintage charm.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.07 Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Surrounding the ruby are 24 meticulously set baguette diamonds, totaling 0.56 carats, adding a brilliant sparkle and accentuating the ruby’s beauty.
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, P...
IGI Certified 0.31 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.31 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 18K Gold This ring is built around a 0.16 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents for a total gemstone weight of 0.31 carats.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 0.23 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.23 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 18K Gold This ring is built around a 0.15 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents for a total gemstone weight of 0.23 carats.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
$4,184Sale Price|20% Off
Oval Ruby & Diamond Halo Split Shank Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted from lustrous 18k white gold, the precious metal beautifully complements the fiery tones of the ruby and the icy brilliance of the diamonds, creating a harmonious and eye-cat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.62 Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Mix Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stylish cocktail ring showcasing a 3.62-carat color-rich oval cut Ruby, surrounded by a row of round brilliant diamonds in a halo design. 56 Diamonds weigh 1.27 carats in total.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 6.06 carats with Diamond 0.24 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 59 Total Weight: 10.12 grams "We first opened doors in 198...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 4.13 carats with Diamond 0.29 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 12.33 grams "We first opened doors in 198...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 1.86 carats with Diamond 0.17 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.25 grams "We first opened doors in 1980...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 6.09 carats with Diamond 1.74 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 2.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 11.57 grams GIA 2486558183 "We first ope...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unheated Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Ruby 2.02 carats with Diamond 0.71 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.91 grams "We first opened doors in 1980...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
Exquisite 18K White Gold Ring with Diamond and 8.73 Carat IGI Approved Ruby
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 18K white gold ring showcases an impressive 8.73-carat ruby, enhanced by a 0.74-carat diamond accent.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Rose Gold Pave Diamond with 1 Ruby Band Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Rose Gold Pave Diamond with 1 Ruby Band Ring This stunning Diamond Ruby Band Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby and Sapphire Pear Shape "Vous et Moi" Crossover Diamond Gold 18K Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Ruby and Saphir Pear Shape "Toi et Moi" Crossover baguette-cut Diamond on yellow gold 18K Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.62 carats with Diamond 0.52 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.3 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 59 Total Weight: 8.58 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 7.77 carats with Diamond 2.02 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 17.55 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an impressive, vintage ruby and diamond ring. The focal point of the ring is a rich red ruby which is bezel set and surrounded by well matched smaller rubies and diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late-20th Century Tailored 18k Yellow Gold, Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely and stylish late-20th century 18k yellow gold cocktail ring is transverse set with one center oval faceted deep red ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K 750 Solid White Gold Natural Diamond and Ruby Toi et Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K Solid White Gold Natural Diamond and Ruby Toi et Moi Ring Metal Type: 18k White Gold Total Item Weight: 8.4 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Resizable) Both Ring Together Dimensions: Lengt...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian 0.28ct Diamond & 0.24ct Ruby Cocktail Ring, 18k Gold, 1905
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive Edwardian ruby ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The ring features a central Old European round cut diamond flanked by six further Old European round cut dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Diamond Burma Ruby 18k White Yellow Gold Ring. GIA
Located in New York, NY
This stylish retro unisex band is made in 18k white gold and features 5 emerald-cut 5.6mm x 4.93mm x 3.05 rubies set yellow gold and surrounded by round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby, 3.7ct Emerald, and 2ct Diamonds Ring, Italy 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 18 karat yellow gold ring, with 3.7 carats of emerald and rubies in Cabochon cut, and 2 carats of diamonds in Baguette cut, Italy 1960s Ring size US 6
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby Baguette Cts 0.42 and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ancient lore even regarded rubies as talismans of vitality and courage. Crafted in 18k yellow gold weighing 2.42 grams, this ring is perfect for proposals, anniversaries, or elegan...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k White Gold Cluster Ring Diamond Ruby 1.75ct Burma
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage 18k white gold cluster ring showcases a vivid 1.75-carat natural ruby of Burma origin.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby & Diamond 18K Rose Gold Floral Flower Clover Style Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Crafted in luxurious 18K gold and adorned with precious diamonds and gemstones, each piece is a wearable work of art.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mens Gem Quality Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring 1.70ct 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mens Gem Quality Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring 1.70ct 18K Yellow Gold Featuring a Genuine Natural Gem .50ct Round Ruby Center Ruby is Surrounded by 12 D-F VVS Round Brilliant Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Domed Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold GIA No Heat
Located in Wailea, HI
Introducing the stunning Domed Ruby and Diamond Ring, crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold and certified by GIA as having no heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 52.0ct Citrine, 0.7ct Ruby and Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ring, Circa 1940s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A massive emerald-cut citrine dominates the hand, its deep orangey-brown color pooling in broad stepped facets that hold light rather than scatter it, a cut choice suited to a stone ...
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Yellow Gold, 0.81CT Natural Ruby, Diamond Ring, Laurenti
By Laurenti
Located in New York, NY
Designed to transcend trends, this is a modern heirloom made to be treasured for generations. Details Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Center Stone: Natural Oval Ruby Ruby Weight: 0.81 Carats...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
French 18K Gold Platinum 2.01 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
Details: - 18K yellow gold and platinum - Natural Burmese ruby: 2.01 carats - Ruby: unheated - Natural diamonds - Total weight: 7 grams - French ring size: 54 - US ring size: appro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Lovely Traditional 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Cocktail Ring with Ruby and Diamonds
By Rothschilds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful Late-20th Century 18k yellow gold ladies cocktail ring is set with one center cushion shaped brilliant cut natural ruby weighing exactly 1.15ct and with 46 brilliant ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$52,140Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Carved Emerald, Ruby And Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
At its heart lies a meticulously carved Mughal emerald, radiating history and allure, further adorned with a collet-ruby that imparts a regal touch. Encased within a mount of 18K go...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond with Ruby Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond (1) 0.57 carat, Ruby 0.89 carat and Diamond 2.67 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 2.5 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 13.31 grams "We first...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 9.00 Carats Rubies 2.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Rubies , in perfect heart cut of 9,00 carats, spectacular vibrant color, common heated, and 66 pieces of Natural Diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$5,800Sale Price|24% Off
IGI Certified 4.57ct Natural Ruby and 0.36ct Diamonds 18k White Gold Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Discover an enchanting masterpiece from Top Crown Jewelry: a stunning ring featuring vivid pink-red oval natural rubies as the captivating centrepiece, beautifully enhanced by sparkl...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Natural Oval Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Natural oval ruby and diamond engagement ring hand crafted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond Cocktail Ring made in 18k.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Grandeur 1.00 Carat Ruby and Diamond Fashion Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A gorgeous and vibrant 1.00 carat 4 oval rubies set next to each other as it's complimented by a row of 61 round brilliant melee diamonds weighing 0.54 carats total. 18k white gold c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.75 carat with Diamond 0.04 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 0.4 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 3.54 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.51 carat with Diamond 0.06 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 0.6 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 4.61 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 9.58 carats with Diamond 1.03 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 10.91 grams Ruby Width: 0.9 cm Length: 1.3 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 4 Star Ruby and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage 4-Stone Star Ruby and Diamond Gold Band Ring. Hand set with 4 Star Rubies weighing approx. 3.00tcw and Diamonds, approx. 0.12tcw.
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18K Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Bombe Band Ring—21 Diamonds .70 ct, 18 Rubies .60
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
This sumptuous bombe-style band, crafted in warm 18K yellow gold (750 ‰), showcases a stunning checkerboard of 21 brilliant-cut diamonds (approx. 0.70 ct total) and 18 vibrant round ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Burmese Pigeon's Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pigeon's Blood Ruby 1.23 carats and Diamond 3.59 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 8.10 grams "We first opened doors i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,340Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Ruby Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 ct. The diamond is has G color and vs clarity. Totally is emerald ruby and Sapphire 1 ct. Ring size is US 8...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Ruby Cts 0.18 and Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Seize the moment and declare your love with our Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring today. Adorned with four round rubies totaling 0.18 carats and five round diamonds totaling 0.09 carats,...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 1.25ct Natural Burma Ruby & Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Adorn your self and adds a touch of color and glamour on your look. Stunnig ring come in 18k gold with a lustruos Natural Burma Ruby of 1,25 Ct, fine grade , Perfect cut, common heat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage emerald ruby sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold pave ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in warm 18k yellow gold and hallmarked with a purity mark and numbered, the ring has a polished and distinctive presence on the hand.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ARAYIAN Unheated Mozambique Oval Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Unheated Ruby – 1.66 carats Diamond – 1.85 carats Gold – 7.25 grams A perfect 1.66 -carat ruby engagement ring, set with a halo of round diamonds. Ideal as a gift for someone speci...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Artisan 18k Gold Ring with Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires
Located in Antwerp, BE
3 Rings ,Diamonds, Emeralds, Ruby's, Sapphires. Amazing Colors and Quality Diamonds : 2.4 Ct Sapphires : 0.58 Ct Emeralds : 0.55 Ct Rubys : 0.57Ct Total Weight : 10.6 Gram
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "125 White Diamonds 0.86 CT 1 Fancy Diamonds 0.09 CT 2 Ruby 0.05 CT 18KW 7.87 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jew...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.30x3.10x3.45cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "151 Brown Diamonds 1.30 CT 3 White Diamonds 0.02 CT 88 Fancy Diamonds 0.71 CT 2 Ruby 0.11 CT 18KR 18.58 GM (WBTT)" 18K ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA 2.00 Carat Round Ruby Baguette Diamond 18K White and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
A refined three-stone ring centered by a vivid 2.00 carat round ruby, accompanied by two baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.19 carat. The ruby is secured in a four-prong ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "122 White Diamonds 0.73 CT 2 Ruby 0.05 CT 18KW 7.66 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jewelry Our Animal and Fant...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "90 Fancy Diamonds 1.19 CT 2 Ruby 0.05 CT 18KR 9.33 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jewelry Our Animal and Fantas...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Color: 18K White Gold Materials: "126 White Diamonds 0.98 CT 2 Ruby 0.04 CT 18KW 8.03 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy Jewelry Our Animal and Fant...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring with emerald, ruby, sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds 18k gold 8.7 gram
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold ring set with ruby, sapphire, emerald, and brilliant-cut diamond (total approx. 0.40 ct – F/G – VS/SI) – ring size US 6.5 / EU 17 (53) Detailed description: The top of the...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$524Sale Price / item|30% Off
PANIM Mono Diamond Briolette & Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Dangling Ring
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM Mono Diamond Briolette & Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Dangling Ring Inspired by the beauty of a rain drop, Our eccentric Dangling diamond ring is an absolute show-stopper.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$524Sale Price / item|30% Off
PANIM Mono Diamond Briolette & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Dangling Ring
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM Mono Diamond Briolette & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Dangling Ring Inspired by the beauty of a rain drop, Our eccentric Dangling diamond ring is an absolute show-stopper.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose 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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry 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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