Unheated Pigeon's Blood Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Pigeon's Blood Ruby 0.67 carat with Diamond 0.43 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 2.95 grams "We first opened...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2.28 Carat Square Ruby & Diamond Channel Set 18K Gold Multi-Row Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.20 Carat Square Cut Ruby And 1.08 Carat Round Cut Diamond Channel Set 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Row Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval shape Unheated Mozambique Ruby 2.98 ct Contemporary Cocktail Ring 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A refined Natural Mozambique Ruby (No Heat) and White Diamond Band Ring in 18K Gold, centered with a vivid oval-shaped untreated ruby prized for its rich natural red hue and exceptio...
Ruby, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 3.30 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
These brilliant accent diamonds are strategically placed, casting shimmering reflections from every angle, further enhancing the overall beauty of the ring. The 18K white gold setti...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby, Emerald, and Diamond Ring, Italy 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 18 karat yellow gold ring, with 3.7 karats of emerald and rubies in Cabochon cut, and 2 karats of diamonds in Baguette cut, Italy 1960s Ring size US 6
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
MONTH LONG SALE 18K WHITE GOLD, 0.93ct Ruby, Baguette natural Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Genuine Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold This exquisite ring features a brilliant, round-shaped genuine ruby at the center, weighing 0.93 carats (cttw).
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Half Eternity Ruby and Diamond Wedding Ring. Alternate 18K Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 6.5 US, Resizable Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Ruby Stone Cut: French Cut, Round Brilliant Cut Style: Art Deco Total Weight: 1.70 Grams Wedding Band Style: Hal...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 0.95ctw Round Ruby & Baguette Diamond High Profile Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 0.95 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 6.1 Grams Size: 7.0 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries)...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite 0.97ct Ruby and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Rose & White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Exquisite 0.97ct Ruby and Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18k Rose & White Gold - GIA Certified This 0.57-carat oval purplish red ruby is a true gem of passion, beautifully set in a lu...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
$22,264Sale Price|35% Off
AIG Certified 18.60 Carats Burma Ruby 4.60 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Ring come in 18k gold with a natural Burma Ruby in oval cabochon cut of 18,60 carats, fine quality, and round brilliant cut diamonds 4,60 carats F color and VS clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
1920s 18k gold old European cut diamond and ruby engagement ring
Located in London, GB
This elegant 1920s engagement ring is made of 18k gold. It has approximately 1.7 carats of old European cut diamonds and 1.7 carats of old European cut rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Orianne 18K White Gold Pear Cut Ruby and Round Diamond Double Halo Ring
By Orianne Collins
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Orianne Material: 18K white gold Ruby: 1 pear cut= 1.01ct Diamonds: 88 round cut= 0.31cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Size: 6.0 (complimentary sizing available) Dimensions: the...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$552Sale Price|20% Off
Tresor Collection 0.73ct Ruby Round Ring in 18K Yellow Gold, USA
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Ring feature 0.73 carats of Ruby. The Ring are an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminine hues. Their contemporary and modern des...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$915Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby, Diamond & Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby, Natural Diamond & Natural Orange Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Oval Shape Center Ruby Cabochon 9.00 Carat Natural Round Orange Sapphire ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$4,913Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary 18K White Gold Ruby and Natural Diamond Cocktail Engagement Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An absolute masterpiece of contemporary high jewelry and design, this magnificent statement cocktail ring is meticulously crafted in solid 18-karat white gold. Weighing a substantia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, White Topaz & Amehtyst Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, White Topaz & Amethyst Ring — 18K Gold & Silver 12ct Natural Ruby •5 Carat Natural Purple Amethyst • 1ct White Topaz • Signed Masterpiece A c...
Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
Exquisite 18K White Gold Ring with 11.51 Carat Ruby and Diamond Accent
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 18K white gold ring showcases an impressive 11.51-carat ruby, enhanced by a 1.5-carat diamond accent.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold & Silver Carved Ruby Knuckle Ring Adorned with Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
The combination of 18k gold and silver adds durability and longevity to the ring while the ruby and diamonds adds luxury and elegance. 18k:3.39g, Diamond:2.19ct, Silver:8.1gm, Rub...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,919Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.08 ct. The diamond is has H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire emerald and ruby 1.40 ct. Ring size ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Round Cut Ruby & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Capture the essence of timeless elegance with this stunning 18k White Gold Double Halo Ring, designed to mesmerize with its exquisite craftsmanship and captivating gemstones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 4.10 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond: 0.50 Carat — H Color — VS1 Clarity Ruby: 3.60 Carats — Natural Red Ruby Ring Weight: 0.18 t oz (5.53 grams) Metal: 18K Gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18k Gold Octagon Burmese Ruby Cts 4.17 Round Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring 32 round diamonds (0.08 cts) and 48 baguette diamonds (0.83 cts) that shimmer like starlight, framing 8 octagon-shaped rubies totaling 4.17 cts sourced from Burma. Crafted...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Toi Et Moi Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The 18k yellow gold contributes to the grandeur of this bridal ring and completes a lavish, elegant look.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,018Sale Price|33% Off
Rare Tiffany & Co. Red Ruby & Diamond 18k Gold & Platinum Flower Cluster Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ruby & Diamond 950 Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k White Gold Ruby Cabochon Cts 2.63 Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Encircling it are 46 round diamonds totaling 0.8 carats, sparkling like stars against 9.61 grams of luminous 18k white gold. Rubies, often called the “king of gemstones,” were beli...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Sparkling 18k White Gold Frog Ring with 0.39ct Natural Rubies and Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
The jewelry is made of 18k white gold with a high quality polish. It comes with a fancy jewelry box. 2 rubies main stones total of: 0.04 carat cut: round brilliant color: red sku: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Ring with 0.39ct Diamond and 1.06ct Ruby
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18k wg ring , diamond 0.39ct ruby 1.06ct, 5.20 gm, 50st
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
11 Carat Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 11.55 carats with Diamond 1.38 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 3.1 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 11.54 grams "We first opened doors in 1980...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,536Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Retro Ruby Star Sapphire Cocktail Ring, 1980s, 10.5g
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking 18 karat white gold ruby star sapphire ring showcases a bold and captivating centerpiece featuring a natural star ruby sapphire measuring 16mm x 12mm. The gemstone is s...
Ruby, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Oval Ruby and Double Halo Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Oval Ruby and Double Halo Diamond Ring Nurati Jewelry introduces this stunning 18K white gold oval ruby ring, surrounded by a double halo of natural diamonds for adde...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Steven Battelle 29.3 Carats Carved Ruby Sterling Silver/18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A large, 22 mm wide pear shaped florally carved pink ruby cabochon is held in an 18K gold bezel with 3 small corner spiral ornaments atop a wide sterling silver shank in this stateme...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Elephant Diamonds Pave Ruby Tourmaline Pearl 18K Rose & White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.00x4.30x4.60cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "177 Fancy Diamond 1.55 CT 208 Green Garnet 4.31 CT 1 Pearl 19.75 CT (15MM) 4 Ruby 8.67 CT 1 Tourmaline 0.76 CT 1 White S...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$2,704Sale Price / item|20% Off
Unisex Ruby Diamond Wedding Dome Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Ruby Diamond Wedding Dome Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.36 carats and diamonds of 0.55 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,313Sale Price|40% Off
GIA Certified 2.56 Carat Cabochon Ruby & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This 18k yellow gold delicate ring features a 2.56 Carat Cabochon Ruby bezel set East-West style.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Greek Lion with Ruby Eyes and Diamond Collar Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is designed as a sculptural Greek lion rendered in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 10.84 carat Tanzanite, Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tanzanite & Ruby Engagement Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
$19,800Sale Price|20% Off
2.14 Carat Oval Ruby and Round Brilliant Diamond 18K Gold Ring
By Charles Schwartz & Son Jewelers
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A gorgeous Ruby and Diamond ring! The 2.14 carat crimson red Ruby is set in a four prong basket mounting, with a single round brilliant Diamond on each side. The shoulders of the s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K Yellow Gold “Hawaii” Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An iconic and highly collectible VAN CLEEF & ARPELS “Hawaii” ring, crafted in richly textured 18K yellow gold and dating to the 1980s.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear shape Unheated Mozambique Ruby 2.38 ct Contemporary Cocktail Ring 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A refined Natural Mozambique Ruby (No Heat) and White Diamond Band Ring in 18K Gold, featuring vivid pear-shaped untreated rubies, celebrated for their rich natural red color and exc...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,800Sale Price|50% Off
18K White Gold 2.15ct Baguette Cut Ruby & 0.22ct Diamond Fine Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Experience timeless elegance with this exquisite 18k white gold ring featuring 2.15 carats of baguette-cut pinkish rubies paired with 0.22 carats of sparkling round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Radiant 0.65ct Ruby & Natural Diamond Pave Ring Delight in 18K Rose Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This exquisite ring is crafted from luxurious 18K rose gold, showcasing a vibrant 0.5ct oval ruby at its center, glowing with a rich red hue.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bochic Capri Vintage 18K Gold & Silver Ruby Blue Topaz Ring, 1999
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Blue Topaz Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience elevated Medi...
Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
2.37 CT Diamond & 2.06 CT Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Located in 台東区, JP
An impressive diamond and ruby three-stone ring crafted in 18K gold, centered by a substantial 2.37-carat round brilliant-cut diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Round Ruby Sapphire & Diamond Rolling Band Ring sz4
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Natural Genuine 5 Rubies, 5 Sapphires & 5 Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Very Nice Blue Sapphire & Red Ruby - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 2.3-2...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold 7ctw Ruby & Baguette Diamond Tiered Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous and large cluster cocktail ring crafted in solid 18k white gold. It features natural genuine rubies and baguette cut diamonds throughout.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Tanzanite &Topaz Cocktail Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Tanzanite & White Topaz Cocktail Ring In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby Cabochon - 7.00 carats Natural Tanzanite - 5.00 carats Natural Round Brillia...
Ruby, Tanzanite, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Old Cut Diamond & Ruby Art Deco Style Pave Ring Sunburst 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A stylish diamond and ruby ring crafted in 18k white gold. Old cut diamonds total an estimated 0.48 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Ruby & Multi-Gemstone Lilly Flower 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.00x2.30x2.40cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "2 Blue Sapphire 0.15 CT 31 Fancy Diamonds 0.25 CT 60 Green Garnet 0.47 CT 65 Pink Sapphire 0.60 CT 30 Ruby 0.21 CT 18KR ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$880Sale Price|35% Off
Bochic “Orient” Neoclassical Bull, Ruby & Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Neoclassical Bull, Ruby & Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Fantastic Oriental-style ring Iconic Neoclassical Collection Natural Dark Blue Sapphire - 3 carats N...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2.64 Carats Natural African Ruby and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.64 Carats Impressive Natural African Ruby and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: $6,500.00 Total Red Ruby Weight is: 2.04 Carats (High Quality) Ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Natural Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Estate Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Estate Ring in 18k White Gold Estate Turquoise, Diamond and Ruby Ring features a GIA certified Natural Oval Cabochon Turquoise set horizonta...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Nouveau 18k Gold Ruby & Diamond 5-Stone Crossover Ring, Circa, 1890
Located in Altrincham, GB
Its particularly nice with the crossover shoulders, that swoop over the 5 centre stones- its different to see a 5-stone in this style. Modelled in 18k gold and platinum with a knife-...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 8.50 Carat Burma Ruby 1.60 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Immerse yourself in the luxurious beauty of this elegant and refined gorgeous ring. Magnificent ring come in 18K gold with a Natural Burma Ruby, in perfect oval/cabochon cut ruby, fi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,063Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Design 1 ct Diamonds & 0.72ct Rubies 18k Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
A beautiful Art Deco-inspired ring crafted in 18k gold, featuring antique-cut diamonds and vibrant rubies, offering a perfect blend of vintage elegance and modern luxury.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Oscar Heyman Ruby Diamond Ring 18k Gold Platinum Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Oscar Heyman diamond & ruby ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Emerald Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Emerald Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby Cabochon - 9.00 carats Natural Amethyst - 2.00 carats Natural Emeralds - 4.00...
Amethyst, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Diamond Ruby Snake Bypass Ring Greek Design 18K Yellow Gold Size 5.5
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Details · Origin: Greece · Material: 18k yellow gold · Gemstones: ruby eyes and diamond accents · Ring size: 5.5 · Weight: 16.1 grams · Condition: pre-owned in gently used condition ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1980's Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Platinum Vintage Ballerina Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut diamond weighing approximately 0.93 carat - G color with VS2 clarity Prong set at an angle in yellow gold atop a cluster of round and oval cut rubies Weighing a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Mozambique Rubies & Diamonds Cocktail Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Opal & Ruby Cocktail Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Tanzanite, Opal & Diamond Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Tanzanite, Opal & Diamond Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience elevat...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
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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If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.