1940 Ruby Ring

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French Gold 1940 Jewelry

Buccellati Burmese Ruby Ring, Italian, circa 1940

$68,454

Buccellati Burmese Ruby Ring, Italian, circa 1940

By Mario Buccellati

Located in London, GB

Buccellati Burmese ruby ring. Set with an oval mixed cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 1.20 carats, to an impressive s...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Synthetic ruby and diamond buckle ring, circa 1940.

$4,332

Synthetic ruby and diamond buckle ring, circa 1940.

Located in London, GB

Synthetic ruby and diamond buckle ring. Set with three rectangular baguette cut synthetic rubies in open back rubover settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.30 carats, furt...

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Vintage 1940s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Mauboussin Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, French, circa 1940

$40,746

Mauboussin Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, French, circa 1940

By Mauboussin

Located in London, GB

Mauboussin ruby and diamond cocktail ring. Set to centre with four round old cut diamonds in open back individual grain set box collets with an approximate combined weight of 0.80 ca...

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Vintage 1940s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

$13,950

$23,361

$3,200

Retro Citrine Ruby Gold Ring

Located in Studio City, CA

18k yellow gold cocktail ring set with an emerald cut citrine, measuring 19mm x 13.9mm x 9.5mm, and further accented with channel set round cut rubies; overall weight 11.4 gm. Ring s...

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage 1940s Mario Buccellati 5.00 Carat Ruby Ring

$42,000

$57,045

$3,950

TIFFANY & CO. Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Tank Cocktail Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Tiffany & Co. Retro 14k Yellow Gold, Diamond & Ruby Tank Cocktail Ring 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer ring. Tiffany &a...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Fashion Rings

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Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman Natural Yellow Cushion Shaped Sapphire Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring

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18kt Gold Blue Sapphire and Ruby Egyptian Headdress Crown Ring

Located in Atlanta, GA

This unique ring depicts an Egyptian Pharaohs headdress crown and features blue sapphires and rubies set in solid 18-karat gold. The ring shank is solid 14-karat gold. Truly a beauti...

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum, Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring circa 1940 with Box

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Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum, Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring circa 1940 with Box

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in London, GB

The Van Cleef & Arpels platinum cocktail ring from the 1940s is an exquisite piece of jewelry that embodies the elegance and artistry of the era. Crafted with meticulous attention to...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1960

$15,212

$1,875

$38,500

Bulgari Burmese Ruby (6.00TW) and Diamond (3.50TW) "Trombino" Ring Circa 1935

By Bulgari

Located in Carmel, IN

Conceived by Giorgio Bulgari in 1932 the very first Trombino Bulgari Ring was entirely set with diamonds as an engagement ring for his future wife, Leonilde Gulienetti. The ring's p...

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman 1980's 3.60 CTW Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Bombé Ring

$5,775

Oscar Heyman 1980's 3.60 CTW Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Bombé Ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering an oval mixed-cut rubyweighing 0.70 carat - transparent purplish red in color with medium saturation Prong set in basket with a bombé shaped surround pavé set with round br...

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Vintage 1980s Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

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Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring

$5,700

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Bethesda, MD

This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels ruby and diamond cluster ring is crafted in 18kt yellow gold. The stunning center ruby, weighing .25cts, is surrounded by six dazzling diamonds with...

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Vintage 1980s Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring

$7,459

Vintage Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This elegant cocktail ring has been set with a rectangular aquamarin in stepcut. It is mounted in a 14 kt whitegold shank . The ring shoulders have been set with small diamonds. The ...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1990s Ralph Lauren Pink Silk Maxi Dress with Crystal Straps

$3,500

Size: 10

1990s Ralph Lauren Pink Silk Maxi Dress with Crystal Straps

By Ralph Lauren

Located in London, GB

This Y2K Ralph Lauren silk maxi dress is just about the closest design we have ever seen to the brand's custom made gown for Gwyneth Paltrow to attend the 71st Academy Awards where s...

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1990s American Evening Dresses

Georgian Boxed Woven Pearl Starburst Tiara, Circa 1780

$23,500

$2,975,000

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, One of the rarest and only diamonds of its size and color. Please inquire for details.

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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond

Boucheron Diamond Platinum Necklace And Brooch

$1,200,000

Boucheron Diamond Platinum Necklace And Brooch

By Boucheron

Located in New York, NY

A truly magnificent 1950's Boucheron diamond necklace. Designed as a stylised, flexible ribbon set with graduated and tapered baguette & step-cut diamonds, suspending an articulated ...

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Vintage 1960s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

$2,648

Antique 18ct White Gold & Platinum, 0.35 Carat Art Deco Sapphire & Diamond Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Target Ring 18ct White Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s Introducing an exquisite and authentic Art Deco ring crafted from 18ct white gold and platinum. Thi...

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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1970s Cartier 13.00 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Panthere Ring with Diamonds

$435,000

Vintage 1970s Cartier 13.00 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Panthere Ring with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in platinum with an AGL certified Oval cut Ceylon non-heat treated Sapphire weighing approximately 13.00 carats, Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds, and Cabocho...

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Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1920s Diamond & Pearl Drop Earrings

$2,105

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1920s Diamond & Pearl Drop Earrings

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Drop Earrings 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1920s Step back in time with these stunning antique drop earrings, crafted from 18ct yellow gold and dating back to the enchanting 19...

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Early 20th Century European Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterle Paris Natural Unenhanced Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Ring

$56,501

Sterle Paris Natural Unenhanced Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Located in London, GB

Cabochon sapphire and diamond ring by Sterle Paris. Set to centre with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced Ceylon sapphire in an open back collet setting with an approximate weight o...

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Vintage 1950s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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1940 Ruby Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 1940 ruby ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 535 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 1940 ruby ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 1940 ruby ring from Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and Boucheron — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes emerald cut and old european cut alternatives. Most of our 1940 ruby ring for sale are for women, but there are 99 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 1940 Ruby Ring?

On average, a 1940 ruby ring at 1stDibs sells for $3,795, while they’re typically $394 on the low end and $365,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

The Legacy of Ruby in Jewelry Design

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

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.