Black Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Bull Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Black Sapphire 3.29 carats, Ruby 0.10 carat and Diamond 1.67 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.6 cm Length: 2.9 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 14.08 grams "We f...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Weston, MA
This handcrafted platinum and yellow gold ring centers on a substantial bezel-set cabochon ruby in concentric circles of old mine cut diamonds bisected by lines of square cut rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
26.88 ctw Mid-Century Burmese Ruby & Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18K Setting Style: Prong Band Style: Plain Finish: High Polish Gemstone: Natural Ruby Origin: Burma (Mya...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Athenas Ring in 18k Gold with Centered Sapphire, Rubies & Diamonds
By NIBIRU Collection
Located in Miami, FL
The Athenas ring is a absolute byzantine design, that weight 14 grams of solid gold 18k, with a center sapphire of 0,25 carat, two rubies of 0,10 carat and two diamonds of 1 point.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
10.89 ctw Diamond & Tanzanian Cabochon Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Halo Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Mid-Century jewel offers both rarity and timeless appeal. Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18K Setting Style: Prong Band Style: Plain Fi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Ruby Ring. 7.40ct Oval Cut Burma Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold 1970
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 7.40 carats Center Ruby Cut: Oval Cut Gemstone Origin: Burma Secondary Stones: Diamonds Stone Setting: Bezel-set Jewelry Type...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$1,778Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
A vintage navette ring in silver-topped 18k gold, circa 1980s, set with natural rubies totaling approximately 0.40 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,106Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1960s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
A vintage ring in silver-topped 18k gold, circa 1960s, set with natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.53 carats (H-I-J-K color, VS clarity) and natural rubies totaling approximat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Ruby Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k yellow gold and ready to be worn. Ring Size 6.75 Weight: 11.6 grams
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Lizard White Diamond Green Garnet & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.00x3.30x2.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "28 White Diamonds 0.11 CT 42 Green Garnet 0.63 CT 2 Ruby 0.07 CT 18KR 6.39 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gem...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ring with ruby and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.82ct 18k gold 7.4 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k red gold band ring with a harp motif set with a central ruby of 1.00 ct and a ring of brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.82 ct - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5 (55) Detailed descript...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Tiger Fancy Diamond Onyx & Ruby 18K Rose Gold Panther Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.19x1.58x2.72cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "78 Fancy Diamonds 0.61 CT 14 Onyx 0.40 CT 2 Ruby 0.03 CT 18KR 7.48 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone An...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rabbit Bunny Fancy Diamond Ruby & Garnet 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.30x1.20x2.70cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "125 Fancy Diamonds 1.08 CT 7 Green Garnet 0.06 CT 2 Ruby 0.09 CT 18KR 7.90 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gem...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Swirl Ring, G Color, VS+ Clarity
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this ruby and diamond 18k yellow gold ring, designed with a sculptural swirling motif in polished yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with ruby and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.28ct 18k gold 7.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with ruby and brilliant-cut diamond 0.28 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 5.25 - EU. 16.0 (50) detailed description the top of the ring is 1.0 cm wide by...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural Pear Shape Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications: Gemstone at the centre: Very high quality Heated Pear shaped Natural Pigeon Blood Ruby 38 round brilliant cut diamonds with total carat weight of 0.38ct Qual...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 4.06 g.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Colour: H, Colour: SI1 Total Ruby Weight: Approx. 0.48ct Rose Cut Diamond Dimensions: 24 (1mm - 0.5mm) Tested As: 18ct Gold Box: The Vintage Jeweller Ring Box
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.02 carats with Diamond 0.16 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7.61 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18k Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.23 carats with Diamond 0.75 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 2.2 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 12.81 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
AGL Mozambique Ruby and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Ring size 4.25. AGL certificate is included.
White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Fine GCI-Certified 3.17 ct Natural Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring – 18K Gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
It does not affect the brilliance or overall balance of the composition. The yellow gold prong setting enhances the warmth of the ruby, while the 18K white gold shank offers a refine...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Blue Sapphire with Diamond and Cabochon Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 9.46 carats with Diamond 0.57 carat and Cabochon Ruby 0.75 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 2.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 13.81 grams ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Elegant Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Favero
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous ring by Favero features one 0.49ct Round Brilliant Cut Ruby set with 16 Round cut Diamonds with a total approximate weight of 0.31cts in an 18Kt White Gold setting. The weig...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
0.6 Carat Round Brilliant Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in London, England
This Fabulous ring features a Regal Round Brilliant Ruby weighing 0.6 carats surrounded by a cushion of Glittering Halo Diamonds and set in 18k Rose Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 1.35Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Enhancing the allure of the ruby is an art deco-inspired design, meticulously crafted in radiant 18K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcrafted 18K Solid Yellow Gold Pear Cut Ruby and Diamond Wrap Around Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted 18K Solid Yellow Gold Pear Cut Ruby And Diamond Wrap Around Ring which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
18k Yellow Gold Genuine Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.5 carats and diamonds of 0.03 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique-Style Ruby Diamond 18K White Gold Double Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Framing the center gem is an inner halo of sparkling round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 4.00 carats. Crafted in solid 18K white gold, the ring offers impressive presence...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Salvini Ruby & Diamond Swirl Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold Size 6.75
By Salvini
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Salvini swirl cocktail ring is crafted in 18k white gold. Adorned with 7 prong set round cut rubies and pave set round cut diamonds in a spiral swirl pattern.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 1.13 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This exquisite ring is a masterclass in classic luxury and vibrant color, centered around a magnificent 1.13-carat natural ruby. Originating from Burma (Myanmar), a region historical...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct and ruby 18k gold 8.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with ruby and brilliant-cut diamond total 0.80ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6.5 – EU 17(53) detailed description: The top of the ring is 9.8 mm wide ...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Reversible Band Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Art Deco period, this unusual cocktail ring is crafted in 18 carat gold and features an ingenious hinged design that allows the appearance of the ring to be changed. T...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spectacular Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, 18k, American. Set with 4.0 carats of superb rubies and 2.0 carats of fine white diamonds (F color and VS clarity), this spectacular ring is all about amazing color and...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring with ruby and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.64ct 18k gold 4.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold ring with ruby and brilliant cut diamonds 0.64ct F/G VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.25 (54) Detailed description top of the ring is 5.5 mm high and 1.0 cm wide ri...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval Ruby and Diamond Double Halo 18K Yellow & White Gold Octagonal Dress Ring
Located in London, GB
This ruby and diamond cocktail ring has a softly defined octagonal shape, giving it a bit more presence than a traditional cluster. At the centre, an oval ruby of vivid pinkish-red ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Italian Ruby Ring with Diamond Accents
Located in Firenze, FI
This elegant Italian white gold ring features a vibrant 0.80 ct natural ruby at its center, framed by an impressive array of brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds with an approximate t...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
IGI 0.82 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The rose gold band is adorned with diamonds along its length, lending a continuity of sparkle that wraps around the finger. 18K Rose Gold Ruby 0.82ct Diamond 0.76ct
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.57 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Showcases an emerald cut ruby weighing 0.57 carats, surrounded by a single row of round brilliant diamonds all over in a seamless design. Set in an 18k white gold, Colorless Diamonds...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 6.0 grams Band Width: 3mm Size: K (50) - Resizable Face Dimensions: 23mm x 13mm Total Ruby Weight: Approx. 1.00ct Diamond Dimensions: 18 (1mm) Tes...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$630Sale Price|55% Off
18K Gold 0.29ct Squared Ruby & 0.20ct Diamond Contemporary Band 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: ...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,944Sale Price / item|20% Off
Designer Ruby Cluster Diamond Ring in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby cluster diamond band ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Burmese 4.03ct Ruby and 1.49ct Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold, Asia
Located in Macau, MO
This extraordinary natural ruby and diamond ring is set with a magnificent 4.03-carat oval-cut Burmese "pigeon's blood" ruby, elegantly surrounded by 1.49 carats of round brilliant-c...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
1.40 Carat Emerald Cut Thai Ruby and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful ring features a 1.40 Carat Emerald Cut Thai Ruby bezel set in 18 Karat yellow gold. It is accented with a stepped halo of natural baguette and trapezoid diamonds. It i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.89 Carat Brilliant cut Flower Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stunning well-crafted flower ring showcasing a 0.44 carat of briiliant cut 4o diamonds and 0.89 carat of 5 lush red rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 2.04Ct Ruby and 0.96Ct Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with platinum settings.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cat Kitten Ruby & Diamond Pave and Pearl 18K Rose White Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.30x1.80x3.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "13 White Diamonds 0.07 CT 120 Fancy Diamonds 2.64 CT 1 Pearl 13.15 CT (11.6MM) 2 Ruby 0.06 CT 18KR 11.55 GM (WBTT)" 18K...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Cat Kitten Ruby & Diamond Pave Pearl 18K Rose and White Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.80x1.70x3.60cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "15 White Diamonds 0.12 CT 118 Fancy Diamonds 2.00 CT 1 PE 12.45 CT (12MM) 2 Ruby 0.08 CT 18KR 9.12 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Cabochon Diamond Ring, circa 1995
Located in Palm Desert, CA
An extraordinary statement of elegance and provenance, this circa 1995 ruby and diamond ring is a striking example of refined craftsmanship and timeless design. Rendered in 18 karat ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.70 Carat Pear Shape Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Diamonds weigh 0.35 carats total. Set in a polished 18K white gold mounting.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cat Kittens Ruby & Diamond Pave and Pearl 18K Rose White Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.20x1.50x3.10cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "92 Fancy Diamonds 1.29 CT 6 Ruby 0.03 CT 18KR 8.34 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Animal & Fantasy J...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage GIA 2.58 carat ruby diamond 18k white gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k white gold and hallmarked with purity and makers marks, the ring has a polished, refined finish that complements both the ruby and diamonds.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 2.84ct Rubies and Diamonds in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
IGI Certified 2.84ct Rubies and Diamonds Ring in 18k White Gold A stunning blend of vivid color and high brilliance, this 18K white gold ring showcases 3 richly hued purplish red ov...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 3.10 carat diamond and ruby 18k white gold three stone ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage diamond and ruby three stone ring is a beautifully balanced composition of brilliance and color.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold Ruby Blessing Goldfish Ring with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Ruby Blessing Goldfish Ring with Diamonds 24 Diamonds - 0.09 CT 2 Green Garnets - 0.03 CT 137 Rubies - 1.44 CT 18K Rose Gold - 5.49 GM This is a vibrant red goldfish ...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 3.05Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
The modern style of the ring is accentuated by the 18K white gold band, which provides a sleek and contemporary foundation.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Astonishing Oval Cut Ruby Gemstone and Diamond Ring in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Diamond ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Three stone White Diamond Ruby Halo RIng in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
The seamless blend of stones results in a stunning light-catching effect, making this piece a standout addition to any fine jewelry collection. Expertly fashioned in 18K gold(6.74gm...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Pink Sapphire Ruby & Diamond Lilly Flower 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 4.10x4.10x3.20cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "74 White Diamonds 0.57 CT 7 Fancy Diamonds 0.34 CT 206 Pink Sapphire 4.91 CT 79 Ruby 1.94 CT 18KR 19.83 GM (WBTT)" 18K ...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Ruby Oval cut 2.52cts & Diamond 0.68cts Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a RUBY gemstone set with a diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
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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