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
Ruby, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant modern ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with a central ruby surrounded by a crown of diamonds. Diamonds 0.09 ct Ruby 0.29 ct Total Weight 1.90 gr RF G GUEE RK....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 2 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Baguette Cut Diamond Sides in 18K Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Especially under sunlight. ✔ Gold Karat: 18K ✔ Ruby Weight: 2.12 carats ✔ Ruby Cut: Oval ✔ Ruby Dimensions (mm): 8.8 x 7.1 ✔ Diamond Weight: 0.28 carats (total) ✔ Diamond Colo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant modern ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with a central ruby surrounded by a crown of diamonds. Diamonds 0.15 ct Ruby 0.18 ct Total Weight 1.90 gr RF G GFUR ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$742Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby & Natural Multi Gem Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Ruby & Natural Multi Gem Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Oval Shape Ruby 4.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Emeralds, Topaz, Tourmalines and Multi Sa...
Citrine, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Pave Diamond Black Enamel Ring With Ruby Made In 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.12g,D:1.42ct,SI:7.78g RUBY:0.65ct,Enam:0.55g, Size: 26X17MM
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
1 Carat Ruby Engagement Love Ring 18K Gold 0.50 Carat White Diamonds Heart Cut
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Design collection One of a Kind 18 Karat White Gold 1 Carat Ruby Heart Cut 0.50 Carat White Diamonds Heart Engagement Love Ring. You can celebrate love by c...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald cut Ruby (No Heat) and Pear cut White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A refined Natural Mozambique Ruby (No Heat) and White Diamond Ring in 18K Gold, featuring a precisely cut and calibrated row of vivid red, untreated rubies at its center—valued for t...
Ruby, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Le Vian Baguette Cut Ruby Wave Detail Band Ring with Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Ruby, Diamond Ruby Cut: Baguette Cut Ruby Color: Red Ruby Mineral Type: Natural Corundum Ruby Variety: Ruby Ruby Total Carat Weight: 1.44 TCW D...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar He-man Brothers Retro 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Diamond & Ruby Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Birmingham, AL
Designer Oscar Heyman Brothers Retro Ring. The ring is made in 18K Yellow gold and has a platinum top that holds three rows of 31 pave set diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with a central ruby and,laterally, diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect co...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Grandeur 0.83 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A vibrant and colorful engagement ring that features a 0.83 carat oval cut ruby surrounded by Diamonds all over. The Ruby is set on a 4 prong white gold basket attached to a 18 kara...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.10 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby Ring Set in Platinum and 18k Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum and 18K Gold featuring a GIA Certified 2.106 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and 3.682 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,087Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cut Ruby - 2.00 carats Natural Fire Opal - 3.00 carats Natural Blue Topaz 2.00 carats Natu...
Opal, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,680Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Three Stone 0.62 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Round ruby with diamonds on 18k solid gold Metal: 18k Gold Stone: Natural Ruby Ruby Weight: 0.62 carat Center stone Dimension: 4.8mm Side Stone: Natural Diamonds Side Stone Dim...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby Pear Cts 0.64 and Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Handcrafted in radiant 18k yellow gold (2.46 grams), this engagement ring features 30 round diamonds (0.07 cts), 1 baguette diamond (0.03 cts), 3 marquise diamonds (0.12 cts), 1 prin...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 2.84ct Rubies and Diamonds in 18k White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
IGI Certified 2.84ct Rubies and Diamonds Ring in 18k White Gold A stunning blend of vivid color and high brilliance, this 18K white gold ring showcases 3 richly hued purplish red ov...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$616Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary Red Ruby Eye Pave Blue Sapphire Thin Snake Ring in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Contemporary Red Ruby Eye Pave Blue Sapphire Thin Snake Ring in 18k White Gold featuring natural ruby blue sapphire of 0.182 carat.
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Charles Krypell Ruby and Diamond Gold Ring
By Charles Krypell
Located in Darnestown, MD
Beautiful ring by Charles Krypell with two rows of rubies over which is a diagonal band of 17 diamonds. The ring is intentionally uneven in height as part of the three dimensional a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Princess Baguette Diamond Bufftop Ruby Wide Cocktail Ring 7.60ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
The result is a piece that feels both powerful and refined, with a presence on the hand that is unmistakably intentional and decidedly luxurious. Details: • Metal: 18K yellow gold...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi Color Rainbow Ruby Sapphires Garnets Diamonds 18K Rose Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite piece features a vibrant array of multicolored gemstones set in a luxurious gold band. At its center, a large, captivating red ruby is surrounded by a halo of smaller ...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
$1,087Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cut Ruby - 2.00 carats Natural Fire Opal - 3.00 carats Natural Blue Topaz 2.00 cara...
Opal, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
GIA Certified 2.68 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 Burma Ruby No Heat weighing 2.68 carat approximately a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,296Sale Price / item|20% Off
Oval Ruby Three Stone Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Oval Ruby Three Stone Engagement Ring with Diamonds in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.65 carats and diamonds of 0.35 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.53 carats, Blue Sapphire 2.14 carats and Diamond 0.50 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 0.7 cm Ring Size: 50 Total Weight: 4.44 grams "We fir...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Beautiful, Edwardian five stone gypsy ring. Set with alternating, natural rubies & diamonds. Each stone framed in its own little square with a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Hex Ring with Rubies
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Rubies 0.13 carat approx. Rings size US 6.5, can be customized on special order Exquisitely forged in 18 karat yellow gold, this exquisite ring featu...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ralph Masri Heliopolis 18kt Rose Gold Ruby Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Unique 18kt rose gold ring with rubies (0.26cts) from Ralph Masri's Heliopolis collection, inspired by ancient Roman patterns and motifs.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,608Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.09 Ct Oval Cut Red Ruby Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Black Rhodium
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire ring showcases a stunning oval-cut red ruby weighing approximately 2.09 carats, beautifully set in luxurious 18K yellow.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Fire Opal & Blue Topaz Flower Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cut Ruby - 2.00 carats Natural Fire Opal - 3.00 carats Natural Blue Topaz 2.00 cara...
Opal, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Vivid Pear-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Specifications Dimensions: Ring Size-7.5. Top 19*14 mm Gross Weight: 6.07 gms Gold Weight: 4.452 gms Gold Purity: 18K White Gold RUBY Weight: 7.49 cts DIAMOND Weight: 2.84 cts thi...
Diamond, 18k Gold
GRS 1.23 Carat Octagonal Burma Ruby and White Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade in 18k white gold. Ring size 6.75. Comes with GRS certificate.
White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Ruby & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Si
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby, Diamond & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby 11.00 Carat Natural Fancy Multi Color Sapphires 15.00 Carat Natura...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
Cartier Dragon Padlock Ring in 18K White Gold with Diamond & Ruby – US 5 3/4
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Description Celebrate Cartier’s bold artistry with this striking Dragon Padlock Ring, crafted in 18K white gold and adorned with diamonds and a vivid ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Snake Serpent Ring 0.45ct Natural Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US 8.5 /5.7gr
Located in SE
Antique Serpent Ring in solid 18K Orange Gold. Coiled body, head decorated with natural Ruby stone of fine quality measuring 5 mm x 4 mm x 2.9 mm deep / ca. 0.5ct.
Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,176Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Ruby & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Si
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby, Diamond & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby 9.00 Carat Natural Fancy Multi Color Sapphires 15.00 Carat...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
Ruby Diamond Two-Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is accented by 3.10 carats of diamonds which include rose-cuts and fancy yellow princess-cuts set on the sides of the ruby. Made in 18k white and yellow gold, ready to be worn.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,160Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.15ct Deep Red Ruby and Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
2.15 Carat Red Ruby and Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.87 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Rose Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Made in 18K Rose Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval Ruby 18 Carat Yellow Gold Geometric Ring
Located in London, GB
This vibrant ruby is set into a solid geometric designed 18 carat yellow gold band.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 2.02 CTW No Heat Burma Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Gold Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of alternating pattern of prong set cushion cut rubies and old mine cut diamonds Rubies weigh approximately 1.13 carats total - transparent medium purplish red Natural Burm...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,196Sale Price|20% Off
Fine Diamond and Ruby 18K Unusual Geometric Modern Designed Ring
Located in Aspen, CO
The ring is stamped 18K on the interior of the shank.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,096Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Multi Sapphire & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Sil
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Multi Sapphire & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby 7.00 carats Natural Multi Fancy Sapphires 5.00 carats Natural Diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...
Jubilee Cut Diamond Ruby Gold Retro Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning Retro ring created in Europe in the 1940's featuring an exceptional rare cut diamond with the characteristics of both, rose and brilliant cuts, called the JUBILEE cut. The d...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 1.60 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 in cushion cut weighing 1.60 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring Ruby 6.8 Carat in 18 Carat White Gold Triangle Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18K White Gold Ruby Ring and Diamonds 18K white gold ring set with a large composite ruby of 6.80 Carats set with 4 double claws supported on either side by a Triangle-shaped diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.27cts & Ruby 0.51cts Ring in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a diamond and a ruby.
$3,696
4.49 ctr Ruby ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold Ruby Ring Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 5.52 grams Set with- Stone type: Ruby Shape: Oval Carat: 4.49 ct Colour: Red ruby Su...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby Diamond Gold & Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made in 18k yellow gold and platinum, the ring has a stylish two-tone look and is ready to be worn.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$38,400Sale Price|30% Off
AGL Certified 3 Carat No Heated Oval Ruby 18K White And Yellow Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This AGL-certified ring features a mesmerizing, no-heat ruby of significant size, cradled in a sophisticated setting that combines the lustrous sheen of 18K white gold with the warm ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Chester 1897 Beautiful Victorian Ring. Set with Three Natural Rubies, Old Cut Diamonds & Pretty Carved Shoulders. Wid...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Pearl 0.12 Carat Ruby 0.59 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique ruby ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a platinum setting.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.88 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous 18k yellow gold engagement ring is centered with a lovely GIA certified oval cut natural ruby that weighs 1.88ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.01ct Natural Ruby and 1.43ct Yellow Diamond Toi et Moi Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted in 6.84 grams of luxurious 18K white gold, the ring features a captivating 2.01 carat ruby paired with a radiant 1.43 carat fancy yellow diamond, set in elegant pear shapes t...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Diamond Ruby Daphne 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Domed Ring EU52
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Diamond & Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Daphne Ring. Stunning yellow gold Cartier ring set with a beautiful 4mm centre diamond with F/G Colour and VVS cl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,982Sale Price|70% Off
Vintage 18kt. gold star ruby cabochon ladies ring
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 18kt. yellow gold star ruby cabochon ladies ring accentuated with six round brilliant-cut diamonds. Dimensions: Finger Size (UK) = K (US) = 5.5 (EU) = 52 Weight: 8 grams...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Georgian Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
An unusual and highly decorative Georgian ring dating to the late 18th century, set with a principal natural ruby and a principal pear-shaped diamond within an asymmetrical cluster o...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Ruby Twisted Wire Band Ring 18k Tri-Color Gold Size US 5 EU 50
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Trinity Ruby Twisted Wire Band Ring Material: 18k yellow, white, and rose gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 50 993646 Gemstones: Natural round ruby, be...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Inspired Oval Ruby Ring with Double Diamond Halo in 18K Yellow Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A vivid oval ruby takes center stage in this Art Deco-inspired Ruby Ring, crafted in warm 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
2.55 Carat Clear Ruby Half Band in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Handcrafted Round Ruby Half Band 7 Oval Ruby - 2.55 Cts 18 Karat Rose Gold - 3.00 Grams Custom Services Resizing is available. Request Customization
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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