Vintage 4 Star Ruby and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Hand crafted 18K Yellow Gold and Silver mounting. Ring size 9.5, we offer ring re-sizing.
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1923 Halo Ring natural 0.6ct Ruby 0.45ct Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS5.5 /2gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Swedish Halo Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Estate Ruby Diamond Pavé Gold Band Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
A timeless design Diamond band ring set in 18k white gold, it features a vivid natural oval Ruby in the center, weight 1.10 carat, surrounded by 1.50 carats of Sparkling Round brilli...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$824Sale Price / item|20% Off
Emerald and Ruby Minimalist Two Stone Open Ring for Her in 18k Solid Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Ruby Minimalist Two Stone Open Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald and ruby of 0.66 carats.
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Halo Ring 2.5ct Ruby 0.5ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Silver Ø5.25US /4.8 gr
Located in SE
Not hallmarked, tested 18K. Crown with Silver /or White Gold top on solid 18K Yellow Gold measures Ø 14 mm x 6 mm deep ..
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Ruby Wedding Band. 1.30ct French Cut Natural Ruby Eternity Band 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted vintage-style Material: 18k yellow gold Ring Size: The band is currently sized at 5.75 and can be made in any finger size.
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Multi-Sapphire & Ruby Panther Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Yellow Sapphire & Blue Sapphire Panther Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Multi-Color Sapphires from Sri Lanka Total Gem Weight: Approximately 6.50 Cara...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Edwardian Pearl, Ruby & Diamond Ring in Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A beautifully refined treasure from the Edwardian era, this antique pearl, ruby, and diamond ring is masterfully crafted in rich gold, showcasing the elegance and artistry that defin...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
14.35 ct Carved Emerald Cocktail Ring With Ruby & Diamonds In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.47g,D:2.24ct,SI:7.37g EMER:14.35ct,RUBY:2ct, Size: 23x17x33MM
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$1,016Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage African Ruby, Topaz & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Sil
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural African Ruby, Natural Blue Topaz & Natural Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Round Shape Center Blue Topaz 14,00 Carat Natural M...
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Sliced Geode Snake Shaped Ring with Ruby & Pave Diamonds in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18k:1.96g, Diamond:4.52ct Silver: 15.88 gms RUBY:0.1Cts, GEODE:41.6Cts Size: 34X17 MM"
Diamond, Ruby, Geode, 18k Gold, Silver
2.05 Carat Oval Cut Natural Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Made in 18K White Gold. Size 6.5 US. Style is available in different price ranges.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby Cts 0.09 Round Diamond Halo Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
All set in 18k yellow gold (2.61 grams). The ruby, sourced from Burma, is celebrated for symbolizing love and vitality—scientifically, rubies owe their fiery red hue to chromium, a...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow 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
Diamonds, Rubies, 18karat White Gold Modern Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful modern ring in 18 karat white gold structure mounted with five rubies and white diamonds. Diamonds 0.04 ct Rubies 0.86 ct - 3mm Total Weight 1.90 gr RF G GGHH RK.A...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$996Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Ruby & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold&Silv
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Natural Ruby & Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold&Silver Natural Center Ruby 5.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Multi Sapphire, ...
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Estate 18K Marquise Pavé Round Diamond & Ruby Wide Dome Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A bold and glamorous cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, showcasing a striking double row of marquise-cut diamonds that create an elegant, dimensional silhouette across th...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.43 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Halo Wedding Band Ring in 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
The ring is crafted from 18k yellow gold, is sized at a USA 7 and weighs 5.53 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,800 / item
18 Karat Gold Rosecut Diamond Ruby Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat rose gold. Handcrafted in 1.50 carats rosecut diamonds and 2.42 carats ruby. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GRS Certified 4.96 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Ring In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has a centre piece of a Burma No Heat Ruby weighing 4.00 carat approxima...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Halo Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Halo Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,554Sale Price|20% Off
Original Ruby White Diamond Band Elegant White 18K Gold Ring for Her for Him
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White 18K Gold Ring *Same Model with another stones and gold available Diamond 0,123 ct Ruby 0,123 ct Weight 10 grams This collection was created inspired by the wonderful and c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Ruby Diamond Serpentine Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With a great color tone and high level of color saturation, this eye clean ruby is of the highest quality. Accenting the center stone are 1.29 carats of VS quality diamonds, all set ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$7,900 / item
Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Gold Eternity Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This eternity ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set in 3.04 carats emerald & .98 carats ruby. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or s...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,650 / item
Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Gold Eternity Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This eternity ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and set in .57 carats emerald and .76 carats ruby. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller ...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby Princess Cts 1.47 Diamond Baguette Cts 0.88 Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted in warm 18k yellow gold weighing a substantial 7.12 grams, this engagement ring features 13 baguette diamonds (0.88 cts) arranged in clean, architectural lines around 10 prin...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Natural Opal Ruby Diamond Statement Ring Pear Dark Opal Halo Cocktail Ring 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
At its heart lies a captivating pear-shaped opal, alive with vibrant hues of red, green, and orange, nestled within substantial claw prongs adorned with radiant rubies. Encircling th...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Floral Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This floral ruby ring has been crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set in 2.42 carats rubies and 1.22 carats diamonds. The ring is a size 6.5 and may be resized to larger or sm...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold, Silver and 1.15Cts, Diamonds and Rubies Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold, Silver And 1.15Cts. Old European Cut Diamonds And Natural Rubies Trefoil Navette Ring C.1880S Additional Information: Period: Victorian Year: c.1880s Mate...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby Princess Cut Cts 0.63 Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Handcrafted in luminous 18k yellow gold (4.47 grams), this engagement ring is adorned with 58 round diamonds (0.29 cts), 2 baguette diamonds (0.08 cts), and 8 marquise diamonds (0.37...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.60 Carat Cushion No Heat Natural Ruby Halo Diamond Ring 18K Gold
Located in San Francisco, CA
In the center of the ring is set one unique natural Ruby in an 18k Yellow gold cup.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18K Pavé Diamond Bypass Carré Cut Ruby Ribbon Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking contemporary estate ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, designed in an elegant sculptural triple-bypass style that wraps fluidly across the finger.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 5.51ct Hexagonal Cut Mozambique Ruby 18k Cocktail Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful and unique ring features a GIA certified bezel set 5.51 carat hexagonal cut natural ruby from Mozambique. It is set in 18 karat yellow gold and accented by 1.15 carat ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.86 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length:0.9 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 5.24 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,107Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
This Art Deco-style ring is crafted in 18K gold and features diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Vivid Ruby Baguette Diamond Freeform Elongated Cocktail Ring 5.37ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A freeform elongated cocktail ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, showcasing a dramatic display of natural rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1925 Halo Ring natural 0.5ct Ruby 0.3ct Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS8.25/3.5gr
Located in SE
Beautiful 99 years old Swedish Halo Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Old Combination Ring Sapphire Ruby Emerald solid 18K Gold Size Ø 6.75US / 7.45gr
Located in SE
A set of four matching rings in solid 18K Yellow Gold that allows to create differently colored Gems combinations .
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
0.90 CT Champagne Diamond Art Deco Ring 18k & Natural Ruby (#9)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brilliant Art Deco Style Ring. Large bold look. 18k White Gold approx 5.70 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,800 / item
Sphere Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning two finger ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is set with 4.48 carats ruby & 2.48 carats of glittering diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may b...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$6,500 / item
Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Floral Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond GIA Certified No Heat 3.64 Carat Pear Shape Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Design Collection Metal- 18K Yellow Gold, .750. 12.70 Grams. Stones- 1 No Heat Pear Shape Ruby 0.98 Carats, 71 Round Diamonds G-H Color SI1 Clarity 2.66 Carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 18KT Gold Natural Ruby Five Stone Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
An Edwardian 18KT gold five stone ring set with a graduated line of natural rubies across the top. The stones are mounted in a traditional row, creating a classic and balanced design...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.28 Carat Channel Set Ruby Band in 18K White Gold
By SEAWAVEDIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
This ring is handcrafted in New York City by our expert jewelers. -18K White Gold -2.28CT Channel Set Rubies Handmade in New York City.
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
4 Carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf Ruby Sapphire Colorful 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A 4.43 carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf is set alongside 1.73 carat of Sapphire and 1.18 carat of Ruby. 0.52 carat of round sapphire are set in this 18K gold colorful ring.
Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold 0.31ct Ruby and Pearl Trilogy Band Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A ruby and pearl ring in gold, comprising one round cut ruby and two pearls, set to a band of 18 karat yellow gold. The round cut ruby is a gorgeous, vibrant pinkish red hue, that...
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Toi-Et-Moi Crossover Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage ruby, sapphire and diamond toi-et-moi crossover ring set in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$31,208Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Burma Ruby 2.62ct and Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 18k Gold
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This ring is crafted in a sophisticated two-tone gold setting, combining 18k yellow gold and white gold, enhancing the vivid color of the ruby and the brilliance of the diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Gypsy Ring
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Gypsy Ring Description: This three-stone gypsy-style ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a low-profile, domed mounting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Crimson Red Ruby Gemstone 1.53 cts in 18K White Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the captivating elegance of this natural Madagascar ruby ring, exquisitely set in 18K white gold and adorned with sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold 1.03tgw Ruby and Old Cut Diamond 7 Stone Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
My favourite thing about this Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, is the luxurious red of the rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,308Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vivid 9.7 Carat Ruby and Diamond Wedding Cocktail Ring in 18K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Wedding Cocktail ring in 18K White Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
1905 Antique Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 8.7.5 / 3 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with openwork crown arranged with 19 care cut Rubies and 5 natural Diamonds in Platinum clusters. Worn Swedish hallmarks: 18K, 3 crowns , maker's , year combination C7 = hand-...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Ruby, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant ring in 18 karat rose gold structure mounted with, in the central part, a ruby surrounded by diamonds. Laterally, little diamonds. Diamonds 0.36 ct Ruby 0.78 ct - Diameter 5 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.00 Carat Burmese Ruby 0.80 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Dress Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The scrolling decorated setting is embellished with a stunning claw set 1ct cushion cut Burmese ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1962 Georges Braque Gold and Ruby "Leda" Ring
By Georges Braque
Located in Paris, FR
Rare 18K gold and Ruby ring called Leda by Georges Braque (1882-1963), inventor of cubism.
Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 6.95Ct Burmese Ruby and 4.80Ct Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive Burmese ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Multi Color Gems Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Multi Color Gems Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Cluster Multi Color Fancy Gems from Sri Lanka Ruby - 7 Carat Blue Sapphire - 2 Carat ...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k...
18K Rose Gold Flower Ruby & Pink Sapphire 3-in-1 Diamond Brooch Ring Pendant
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Flower Ruby & Pink Sapphire 3-in-1 Diamond Brooch Ring Pendant 33 Diamonds - 0.61 CT 16 Colored Diamonds - 0.65 CTa 468 Pink Sapphires - 17.15 CT 209 Rubies - 7.79...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rubies, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with five rubies surrounded and alternated by diamonds. Diamonds 0.27 ct Rubies 1.07 ct Total Weight 3.10 gr RF G UORE RK.AFGO...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 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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