$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby & Diamond Ring Studded in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Its an elegant ring studded in 18k gold with Mozambique natural ruby weight 1.74 carat & Diamond 0.35 Carat , this entire ring studded in 18k gold weight 5.21 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Channel Set Square Ruby Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Rubies: 9 square cut= 1.07cttw Dimensions: the ring measures 15.2mm wide at the top Size: 7.5 (complimentary sizing available) Weight: 12.9...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 24.70ct Ruby Ring MF25-043026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This ring exudes vintage elegance. Opulent scrollwork accents the 18K Yellow Gold setting, while a captivating 24.70 carat Ruby cabochon makes a statement at the center.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, Designer Made, India, 1.45ct Ruby
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby & Diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby & Diamond 18K White Gold Men's Ring
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
The ring is made of 18K white gold and features a bold ruby cabochon surrounded by a cluster of sparkling diamonds.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Ruby Stacking Ring 4
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Ruby Stacking Ring 4 Metal: 18K yellow gold Size: 4 Band Width: 4.5mm Ruby: two emerald cut rubies, carat total weight .30 Hallmark: ©1997 TIFFANY&C...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Yellow and White Gold Cabochon Ruby Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This piece is bold and eye-catching, featuring a central cabochon-cut ruby surrounded by baguette-cut rubies. The design is complemented by side diamonds and crafted in 18K gold, ref...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring with 2.33ct Pear-Cut Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Discover the allure of modern elegance with our exquisite Ruby and Diamond Ring. This captivating piece, set in 18K yellow gold, features a striking 2.33-carat pear-cut ruby, radiat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,936Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold Crafted in 18k white gold, this ring features an oval ruby center framed by a sparkling halo of round diamonds totaling 0.51 carats total weight.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby set in 18K Gold in Ceramic Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.28 carats set in 18K Gold in Ceramic Ring Width: 2.3 cm Length: 0.5 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 5.21 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in t...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Edwardian Ruby & Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Refined yet full of character, this Edwardian 18k yellow gold ring showcases a vivd blue sapphire nestled between two vibrant rubies.
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.87ct Ruby 1.61ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Make an unforgettable statement with this magnificent architectural cocktail ring, meticulously crafted in rich 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby 1ct & Diamond Ballerina Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Floral 18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, 1.00ct Ruby, 0.17ct
Located in jaipur, IN
Specifications Dimensions: Ring Size-6.25 US, Top Width- 16 MM Gross Weight: 4.330 gms Gold Weight: 4.096 gms Gold Purity: 18K White Gold DIAMOND Weight: 0.17 cts RUBY Weight: 1.00 ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Henderson, NV
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the ring showcases a crossover design with alternating baguette-cut rubies and diamonds over pave set round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 8.33ct Ruby Ring in 18K Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a RUBY gemstone.
Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.70ct Diamond and Ruby Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A deep-hued 1.66 carat Ruby makes a statement at the center of this impressive luxury ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, 0.70ct Ruby, 0.75ct Diamond, New
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby and a diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Diamond and Ruby Buckle Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This is an 18k gold finely crafted buckle ring with rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$560Sale Price / item|35% Off
18K Gold Ring Natural Ruby Cluster Ring July Birthstone Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Brilliant Ruby ring in 18k Solid gold featured with a natural sparkly Ruby Gemstone.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$468Sale Price / item|35% Off
18k Gold Natural Ruby Ring Thin Bar Stacking Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
DON'T HESITATE TO ASK FOR ADDITIONAL DISCOUNTS ON TOP OF THE CURRENT DISCOUNT *** Details *** - Gold:- 18k Solid Gold - Gold Color:- Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold (WRITE A ME...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby, Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold, India, 6.06ct Ruby
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby, EMERALD & Diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Synthetic Ruby & Diamond Ring 5.4g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' 18k white gold ring with ruby and diamonds. Stamped 18k, 75,0 and weighs 5.1 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
French Retro Buckle 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold retro ring designed as a buckle with a double-level spray of pear-shaped natural rubies.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Ruby Stacking Ring 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Ruby Stacking Ring 5 Metal: 18K yellow gold Size: 5 Band Width: 4.5mm Ruby: two emerald cut rubies, carat total weight .30 Hallmark: ©1997 TIFFANY&Co...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond Sapphire Ruby 18k Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The diamond's white brilliance is enhanced by a cluster of round blue sapphires, totaling 0.5 carats. Accents of vibrant rubies add a touch of color and contrast. Crafted in 18k yell...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.06ct Diamond 1.80ct Ruby 18k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A bold and luxurious ring crafted in 18k white gold, stamped Br2.06 R1.80 18Kt, featuring an opulent pavé design of diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Swirl Ring, 0.50ct Ruby
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Graded F color and VS clarity, the diamonds add bright sparkle and refined contrast, enhancing the graceful swirl design with luminous movement and dimension. Crafted in 18k yellow g...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring size: 6.75 Markings: "T864" "750" Metal: 18k White Gold Weight: 5.8 grams Diamonds: 0.07 carats Ruby: 1.14 carats
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold silver ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold and silver, the ring carries a total gram weight of 2.18 grams and is offered in size 5.5, with the option to be resized.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18k Yellow Gold 1.79ct Mozambique Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This 18k yellow gold ring is centered by a vivid 1.79 carat Mozambique ruby, a gemstone prized for its lively color and growing importance in the modern ruby market.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
The overall design feels bold yet wearable, with a continuous flow that wraps naturally around the hand. Rubies and diamonds set in 18K yellow gold, with a total weight of 6.45 g fi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Eternity Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.80 carats Eternity Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.1 cm Length: 0.4 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.15 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situat...
Ruby, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Ruby Stacking Ring 4.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Ruby Stacking Ring 4.5 Metal: 18K yellow gold Size: 4.5 Band Width: 4.5mm Ruby: two emerald cut rubies, carat total weight .30 Hallmark: ©1997 TIFFANY&am...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,600 / item
Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold 0.74 Cts of Natural Ruby, & 0.45 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 4.5 Grams of 18K Yellow/White Gold Available in other colo...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Floral 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, 2.25ct Rubies, New
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This captivating floral-inspired ring is crafted in 18-carat yellow gold, featuring a dazzli...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$5,500 / item
Master Piece Ruby Ring in 18k Solid Gold
By NIBIRU Collection
Located in Miami, FL
This highlight piece is one of a kind, its design is from royal persian antique legacy, its have a 1 carat ruby in the center that is suspended and attach to its estructure that is 1...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Ruby Cabochon and 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Denver, CO
An impressive natural red ruby cabochon weighing approximately 3.75 carats and measuring approximately 9.88mm centers this late Victorian ring.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby & Diamond Eternity Ring 18k Gold - 1990s
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
A classic expression of everlasting love and elegance, this vintage eternity ring (circa 1990) is crafted in solid 18k gold. The band features a continuous, shimmering pattern altern...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This bold and glamorous cocktail ring features a vivid, oversized ruby at its center, accented by two radiant flanks of tapered baguette-cut diamonds set in 18K white gold.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted in white gold with Art Deco-inspired styling, this Oval Ruby Ring offers enduring sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted entirely in rich 18k yellow gold, the ring radiates warmth and elegance, with a lightweight yet refined construction typical of Edwardian jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,000 / item
Ruby & Yellow Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby & Yellow Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold 1.45 Cts of Natural Ruby, 0.75 Cts of Yellow Diamond, & 0.14 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity 5.0 Grams 18K Yellow/White Gold ...
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Pave Ruby and Diamond Ring, 4.38ct Ruby, Unisex
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the exquisite elegance of our Heavy Dome Shape Pave Ring, crafted from luxurious 18k white gold. This stunning piece features a captivating arrangement of Rubies and white...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Gold and Ruby Italian Buckle Ring
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the 1950’s or 1960’s, this Italian 18k gold ring is a modern take on the buckle ring, a jewelry motif that has been repeatedly seen in various iterations since the Victorian era.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,384Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby Ring Set in 18k Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 6.08 carats Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 2.7 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 9.69 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated i...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby and Diamond RIng in 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A new Ruby and Diamond ring by Rewa made in 18K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian diamond ruby 18k yellow gold platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum and hallmarked with a purity mark and maker's mark, the ring has a gram weight of 3.09 grams and is sized 4.25, with resizing available.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold cluster ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique Victorian ring centers on a richly saturated 1.00 carat oval cut ruby, embraced by a glowing cluster of nine old European cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
A striking blend of elegance and everyday luxury, this 18KT yellow gold cocktail ring is designed to make a statement while remaining effortlessly versatile. Featuring a beautiful ar...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Dome Ring 18k Gold French Diamond Ruby
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful vintage dome ring, crafted in 18k gold, features diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier 18k Gold Ruby Ellipse Bypass Band Ring, 1995
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Cartier ring in 18k yellow gold, set with two oval rubies in a bypass design.
Ruby, 18k Gold
Monkey Fancy Diamond Ruby 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.00x2.30x1.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "191 Fancy Diamonds 1.81 CT 2 Ruby 0.03 CT 18KR 8.97 GM (WBTT)"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Charles Krypell Ruby & Diamond Signature Knot Ring 18K Gold
By Charles Krypell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles Krypell Crossover Ring 55 Brilliant Round Diamonds 33 Beautiful Round Rubies Size is 7.75 and Can be Sized One Size Smaller The Top is 12mm Wide 10 grams 18kt Yellow Gold ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring, 1.06ct, New
Located in jaipur, IN
GEMSTONE DETAILS Gold Purity: 18K Solid Gold RUBY: 1.06 CTS DIAMOND: 0.50 CTS 18K GOLD NET WEIGHT: 4.88 GRAMS GROSS WEIGHT: 5.19 GRAMS FOLLOW US ON INSTA (divinejewellerylounge)...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Stunning 18K Gold Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring, 4.04ct, New
Located in jaipur, IN
GEMSTONE DETAILS Gold Purity: 18K Solid Gold RUBY: 4.04 CTS DIAMOND: 0.81 CTS 18K GOLD NET WEIGHT: 8.07 GRAMS GROSS WEIGHT: 9.04 GRAMS FOLLOW US ON INSTA (divinejewellerylounge) ...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Bezel Set Round Ruby Solitaire Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Ruby: 1 round cut= 0.46ct Dimensions: the ring measures 6.40mm wide at the top Size: 4.5 (complimentary sizing available) Weight: 8.9 grams
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 1.61 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.54 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situat...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Ruby Halo Ring with 0.47ct Diamonds
Located in jaipur, IN
GEMSTONE DETAILS Gold Purity: 18K Solid Gold RUBY: 1.67 CTS DIAMOND: 0.47 CTS 18K GOLD NET WEIGHT: 3.37 GRAMS GROSS WEIGHT: 3.80 GRAMS FOLLOW US ON INSTA (divinejewellerylounge)...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Ruby Halo Ring with 0.39ct Diamonds
Located in jaipur, IN
GEMSTONE DETAILS Gold Purity: 18K Solid Gold RUBY: 1.78 CTS DIAMOND: 0.39 CTS 18K GOLD NET WEIGHT: 3.86 GRAMS GROSS WEIGHT: 4.29 GRAMS FOLLOW US ON INSTA (divinejewellerylounge)...
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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