18k White Gold 1.25ctw Oval Half Bezel Bright Red Ruby w/ Pave Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 1.25 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 4.27 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) W...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Enamel Ram Cocktail Ring with Rubies, 14K/18K Yellow Gold, USA, 1960
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This enamel Rams ring is very special. It is enameled in Green with Ruby accents throughout.
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$5,806Sale Price|30% Off
1994 Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Ring Vintage Size 7.75
By Cartier
Located in Conroe, TX
A striking vintage Cartier ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, showcasing a vibrant geometric arrangement of a square-cut ruby framed by pear-cut emeralds and sapphire accents.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.10 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Revival Style Ring The ring is 18K White Gold There are 0.55 Carats in Diamonds H SI There are 0.55 Carats in Rubies The ring is a size 6.50, sizable The ring weighs 4.4 gra...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,778Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.6 grams. Diamond is totally 0.85 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.40 carat. Ring size is US 7.2 We ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
18k Solid Gold 1.35ct Bezel Oval Ruby Diamond Open Work Wide Cigar Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 1.35 (approx.) Material: 18k Solid Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Accents Weight: 8.34 Grams Width: 14.3mm (0.56")(top of the ring - north to south), 2.4mm (bottom of...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$832Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Square Cut Ruby Sea Wave Ring with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby diamond three stone ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
18k White Gold 2.36ct Square Ruby w/ Round & Princess Cut Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely outstanding wide band ring crafted from solid 18k white gold. It features 4 fine rubies neatly invisible set at its center in which gives the look of one s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gin & Grace 18K Yellow Gold Mozambique Genuine Ruby Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 18-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 6x4 mm Pear-Cut (1 pcs) 0.44 carat Ruby and Round-cut White ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Multi Fancy Sapphire Ring 18K Gold & Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Multi Color Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Cluster Multi Color Fancy Gems from Sri Lanka Natural Ruby - 7 Carat Natural Multi Fancy ...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Sap...
C1820 18K Diamond Cluster Ring with a Ruby Center
Located in Baltimore, MD
Impressive silver set Georgian diamond cluster ring mounted in an 18K ornamental gold band and dating to 1820.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold 3.85ct Gia Burma No Heat Ruby Baguette Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This elegantly and well refined ruby and diamond cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a gorgeous, GIA certified, ruby solitaire neatly bezel set at the rais...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Twisted Wire Detailed Ram's Head Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Accents Weight: 13.87 Grams Ring Size: 10.0 (Fitted on a finger.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
15mm South Sea Pearl Ruby Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k white gold and ready to be worn. Ring Size 6.50 Weight: 15.9 grams
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Red Ruby Baguette Cut 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Baguette Cut Vivid Red Ruby Three Stone Band Ring.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Red Ruby White Diamond White Gold Band Ring for Her 18k
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K White Gold Diamond 2.05 Cts/30 Pcs RUB 4.27 Cts/14 Pcs
Ruby, White Gold
Classic Red Ruby White Diamond White Gold Band Ring for Her 18k
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
RING 18K White Gold Diamond 2.05 Cts/30 Pcs RUB 4.27 Cts/14 Pcs
Ruby, White Gold
1.45 Carat Round Shape Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Made in 18k white gold. Size 6.5 US (Sizable). Style available in different price ranges.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eternity 18K Gold Alternate Ruby Diamond Band. French and Round Cut Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted Vintage-Style Material: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 5.75 Resizing: Can be made in any finger size.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
French Belle Epoque Antique Ring Diamond Ruby Emerald Sz 7.5 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Charming French antique Belle Epoque ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1900s). 7 small rose cut diamonds, 6 rubies and 6 emeralds adorn the mount.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified Rare 11.96 Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Crafted in 18K white gold, this ring exudes a sense of elegance and refinement.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Antique Ring natural Ruby Diamond Emerald solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.25 / 1.15 gr
Located in SE
Art Nouveau period European Ring made ca. early 1900s with twisted band in 18K Yellow Gold decorated with three bezel set gems.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
2.82 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A color-rich engagement ring style showcasing a 2.82 carat oval cut red ruby, accented by a double row of round brilliant diamonds set in a 18k white gold setting. 90 Diamonds weigh ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold&Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold&Silver Natural Center Ruby 3.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Multi Sapphire, Rhodolite, Topaz ...
Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire,...
Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond and Ruby Lozenge Shaped Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco diamond, ruby, platinum and yellow gold ring, comprising two old cut diamonds, two rose cut diamonds and two round cut rubies, set in platinum, to a band of 18 karat yell...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Retro-Inspired Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring with Layered Diamond Halo in 18K Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A vivid oval ruby takes center stage in this Retro-Inspired Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring, crafted in warm 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$3,720
Oval Ruby Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ruby ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.25 grams Set with- Stone type: Ruby Shape: Oval Carat: 0.66 Colour: - Cla...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and diamond cocktail ring 18KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18KT yellow gold cocktail ring with natural untreated rubies and diamonds. The ring is a combination of 3 in one, year is unknown, size 6. **All items leave our premises with a cert...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Contemporary Oval Ruby Ring with Emerald Cut Diamond Spacers in 18k White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Three vivid oval rubies set in a graceful row anchor this Three Stone Ruby Ring, crafted in cool 18K white gold, separated by sparkling baguette diamond spacers.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Retro 1940s Invisible Set Square Ruby and Diamond Dome Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A stunning Retro ring showcasing a cluster of pigeon blood colored rubies, invisible set in a concave dome, ribbon like mounting 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,848Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.95 Carat Authentic Ruby Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
2.95 Carat Authentic Ruby Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 2.95 carats and diamonds of 0.28 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,176Sale Price / item|20% Off
Cluster Ruby Heart Ring with Halo of Diamonds in 18k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Cluster Ruby Heart Ring with Halo of Diamonds Set in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.97 carats and diamonds of 0.23 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bochic “Peacock” Vintage Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Gem Ring Set 18K Gold & Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Peacock Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Multi Gems Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Multi color sapphires from Sri Lanka - 4 Carats Pink Sapphire, Yel...
Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 18k...
18k White & Yellow Gold 3 Row 4.85ctw Ruby Natural Asscher Cut Diamond Ring Band
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White and Yellow Gold 3 Row 4.85ctw Ruby and 2.96ctw Natural Asscher Cut Diamond Ring Wide Band This stunning 3 Row Ruby Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gleaming 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pave Ring w/1.09 ct - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Gleaming 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pave Ring w/1.09 ct - IGI Certified The centerpiece of this pave ring is a captivating 0.71 carat oval cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,250
Ruby Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Dome Ring in 18k Rose Gold Round Diamonds are 0.66ct - 130 stones Rubys totaling 9.03ct - 150 stones size 6.75
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Estate 18K Vivid Ruby Baguette & Princess Diamond Heavy Bamboo Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
An impressively well-made estate cocktail ring, circa 1990s, crafted in substantial 18K yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 0.95 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Meticulously set in a mix of round and tapered baguette shapes, these VS clarity and H-I color diamonds create a captivating dance of light, while remaining subtle enough to let the ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Engagement Art Deco Ring Diamond and Ruby 18k Solid Gold 0.61 art deco(#5)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Art Deco Style Ring Great for Engagement Center is with a pint of Yellow all around sides have natural white Diamonds All stones are Natural 18k White Gold approx weight 4.80...
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamonds Rubies White Gold Lily Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Spectacular ring in the shape of a lily, in 18 kt white gold, with diamonds 2.50 ct and fantastic rubies inside this 0.39 ct flower. Total weight g 17.10. Diamonds ct 2.50 Rubies ct ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late Art Deco Ruby And Old European Cut Diamond 18K Gold Ring Circa 1940
Located in Roma, IT
A striking Late Art Deco / Transitional ring, dating to approximately 1935–1945, distinguished by its bold architectural design and sophisticated combination of antique-cut diamonds,...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Horse Stallion Pony Diamond Pave & Ruby 18K Rose White Gold Black Diamond Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.00x2.80x3.10cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "84 Brown Diamonds 0.86 CT 36 Black Diamonds 0.35 CT 2 Ruby 0.10 CT 18KR 9.00 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & G...
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Black Spinel Slice Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold with Rubies by Eytan Brandes
By Eytan Brandes 1
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Measurements: Spinel: 15mm wide and 4mm thick; the height varies but averages about 12mm Rubies: the rubies range in diameter from about 1mm to 2mm Elevation of ring face: 10.5mm B...
Ruby, Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.06 ctw No-Heat East African Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Tysons, VA
Details: Style: Vintage Style Center Stone: East African Ruby (Cabochon Cut, No-Heat) Center Stone Weight: 12.66 ct Accent Stones: Diamonds Estimated Diamond Weight: 1.40 ct Total Ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
BENJAMIN FINE JEWELRY 3.16 cts Baguette Ruby 18K Eternity Ring
By Benjamin Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Our creations span from diamonds and emeralds to rubies and sapphires. 3.16 CTS BAGUETTE RUBY WITH WHITE DIAMOND PAVÉE ETERNITY RING 18K, Yellow Gold Main Stone : Ruby White Diamon...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Calla Lily Burma Ruby Pink Sapphire Diamond Open Cocktail Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Calla Lily Burma Ruby Pink Sapphire Diamond Open Cocktail Ring US Size: 6.5 3 Diamonds - 0.03 CT 78 Pink Sapphires - 0.86 CT 13 Rubies - 1.43 CT 18K Rose Gold - 3.87 G...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Knuckle Ring with Ruby in Center & Pave Diamonds Made in 18K Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt Gold:4.58g, Diamond:3.01ct, Silver:14.15gm, Ruby:11.15ct US-6.75
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 3.10 carat diamond and ruby 18k white gold three stone ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The saturated hue of the rubies pairs elegantly with the cool tone of 18k white gold, creating a striking interplay between warmth and luminosity.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Ruby diamond cocktail ring 18Kt gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning pink ruby cocktail ring, 100% natural pink ruby accompanied by fine diamonds VS clarity and F color made in 18KT white gold. Such a bright ring for that gala night! Diamonds...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Carre Square Baguette Diamond Ruby Onyx Cocktail Ring GIA
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A stunning vintage ring hand made in 18K yellow gold and topped with polished black onyx and centered by a 1.12ct natural oval ruby.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dangle Ruby Dimond Pink Sapphire 18K Rose Gold Exclusive Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring 18K Rose Gold (Matching Earrings Available) Weight 3,9 GMS Ruby-1/5.13 Cts Pink Sapphire-88/0.6 Cts Diamond-30/0.12 Cts Size 52 Discover the epitome of elegance with our ...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold, White Gold
18k Gold & Silver Top GIA 1.53ct Emerald Cut Collet Set Ruby Solitaire Low Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Emerald Cut - Collet Set - Purplish Red Color - Heated - 1.53ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Material: So...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 2.33 Carat Red Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
It is complemented by 0.32 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds adding sparkle and light to the piece. Hand-fabricated in 18K white gold and ready to be worn. Comes with original I...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Anniversary Band
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Diamond and Ruby anniversary band set on 18k yellow gold. Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Stone: Ruby and Diamond Stone Size: 3mm Stone Weight: Diamond 0.55 total carat weight, Ruby 0.60 tot...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby and Pearl Harem Ring - Size 7 1/2
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby and Pearl Harem Ring - Size 7 1/2.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Diamond & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Si
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby 8.00 Carat Natural Fancy Multi Color Sapphires 15.00 Carat Natural ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique ring with ruby and rose cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 18k gold 5.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold ring set with a central ruby verneuille surrounded by rose-cut diamonds totaling 0.25ct – G/H - SI - ring size U.S. 8.5 – EU. 18.5(58) detailed description: The...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,152Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Designer Multi Wrap 5.1 CTW Ruby Cocktail Ring Gift for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Designer Multi Wrap 5.1 CTW Ruby Cocktail Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 5.1 carats.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Cocktail Ring with 14.70 CTW in Opal, Diamond & Ruby
Located in Aventura, FL
SPECIFICATIONS: Metal: 18K White Gold Stones: Natural Opal, Natural Rubies & Natural Diamonds Ring Size: 7 1/4 (sizable) Ring Width: 1.10 inches (27.9 mm) Total weight: 13.3 grams /...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.7 Carat Princess Cut Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
Made of a stunning princess cut blood red Ruby weighing 0.70ct, the centre stone of this beautiful masterpiece is elevated by scintillating Diamonds weighing 0.06cts set in 18K White...
Diamond, Ruby, White 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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