IGI Certified 1.12 Carat Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.12 Carat Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no identical piece w...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
IGI Certified 2.68 Carat Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.68 Carat Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 18K Gold Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no identical piece w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
.35 Carat Art Deco Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size : 5 Metal Type: 18 Karat White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.0 grams Center Stone Details: Type: Ruby Weight: .35 carat Cut: Old European brilliant Color: Red ...
Diamond, White Gold
Antique 1920s Ruby and 1.88 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Marquise Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning Art Deco 0.62 carat Mozambique ruby and 1.88 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set marquise ring; part of our diverse antique jewellery collectio...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Emerald Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.82 carat, Ruby 1.34 carats and Emerald 0.98 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 56 Total Weight: 5.54 grams "We first opened ...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.01 carats, Ruby 2.09 carats and Diamond 0.81 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.4 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 7.97 grams "We first opened ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.03 CT Art Deco Yellow Diamond Ring 18K Gold Cocktail with Blue Sapphire (#27)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large Art Deco Style Ring Bold Impressive Statement Ring Center is Natural Yellow Diamond surrounded with Blue Sapphire. All stones are Natural 18k Two Tone Gold (White and Yellow) ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby Cabochon and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18 carat gold ring holds a glossy ruby cabochon stone with sparkling 35pt diamonds either side. The stones are set in platinum claws. The ruby dimensions are 9x6.5mm. F...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
$3,199Sale Price|20% Off
Eye Catching Mozambique Ruby Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Eye Catching Mozambique Ruby with Diamond 1 Oval shape ruby in 0.83 CTS 42 Diamond 0.33 18 K Rose gold in 3.47 GMS SIZE-6.5 us can be resize
Ruby, 18k Gold
1.11 Carat Square Cut Ruby 14K White Gold Wedding Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring features square-cut Thai rubies in a row in channel settings. Gin & Grace ring is crafted of 14-karat White gold with a highly polished finish. Gemstone colors: Pink Gemsto...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring in 18kt Solid White Gold Statement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamonds Set in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 2.05 carats and diamonds of 1.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Ruby improves...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.82 carats with Diamond 1.81 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.2 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 13.15 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 w...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 5.10 carats with Diamond 1.20 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 1.9 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 7.45 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 w...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.07 carats with Diamond 0.49 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.4 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 6.55 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.82 carat with Diamond 0.42 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 4.61 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.26 carats with Diamond 2.58 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 0.7 cm Length: 0.8 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 11.2 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 w...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.35 carats with Diamond 0.28 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 2.0 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 8.42 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.40 carats and Diamond 0.83 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 9.39 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald-Cut Ruby and Diamond Starburst Cocktail Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this bold cocktail ring centers around a vibrant emerald-cut ruby, encased in a shimmering diamond halo. Flanked by an architectural starburst fr...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Ruby & Diamond Vintage Inspired Style Statement 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An absolutely breathtaking ruby and diamond Art Deco inspired ring, featuring French cut rubies that surrounded a central oval one.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Edwardian Style Engagement 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Art Deco style Diamond and Ruby Ring is absolutely divine.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval, Square-cut Ruby Diamond accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 6x4 mm Oval-Cut (1 pcs) 0.56 carat, 2.0 mm Square-cut (2pcs)...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k gold ring with rubies and diamonds, circa 1970s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage ring set in 18-karat yellow gold (0.750 fineness). The geometric ring is decorated with two faceted square rubies and 6 brilliant-cut diamonds with a total weight of approx....
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Three stone White Diamond Ruby Halo RIng in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Experience timeless elegance with this exquisitely crafted halo ring, designed to captivate with its refined aesthetics and flawless detailing. At the center, a radiant round ruby (0...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mauboussin Vintage Ring. Diamond and Ruby Sapphire Ring 18K Yellow Gold 1980
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stones: Rubies and sapphires Ruby Weight: ~0.40ct Total Ruby Cut: Cabochon Cut Sapphire Weight: ~0.40ct Total Sapphire Cut: Cabochon Cut Secondary Stones: Di...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Colombian Emerald Ruby and Diamond Ring 18K yellow Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
**Made to order, custom options are available(Yellow, white 18K, 14K gold, or platinum), don't hesitate to inquire! Estimated Production Time: 2-4 weeks** *Please check the Images a...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Half Eternity 18K Yellow Gold Wedding Ring. Ruby and Diamond Band Ring 2.4mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 0.30 Carats Total Center Ruby Cut: French Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: 0.15 Carats Total Diamond Cut: Round...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Sophia D. 18K Yellow Gold Ring with Blue Sapphire and Ruby
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold ring with blue sapphire and ruby. Sophia D has been known world-wide for over 40 years because of its rich history of design and quality craftsmanship.
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 5.49 carats with Diamond 0.42 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 6.86 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Ruby
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 6, 1980s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This vibrant ladies' ring features a striking combination of five rich red rubies totaling 0.30 carats. Beautifully alternating with the vibrant gemstones are twelve brilliant round ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 0.40 Carat Diamond and Ruby Serpent Motif Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.40 Carat Diamond Natural Ruby Serpent Ring – 8K Gold, 11.96g / 0.38 t oz
Ancient, enigmatic, and laden with symbolic power, the serpent has captivated jewelry des...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.80 carat and Diamond 0.43 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 3.86 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gin & Grace 10K Yellow Gold Genuine Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully crafted ring showcases a stunning ruby center with diamonds on both sides. A high polish finish completes the look of the ring with a radiant shine. Gemstone colors: Red ...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Diamond-set Snake Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1929, 18k, London, England. The double snake rings speak of "the two of us", and traditionally signal fidelity, friendship, and trust. Featuring a sleek design underscored by ....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Channel-Set Band Ring, Size 6.75
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Beautifully crafted in 14K yellow gold, this elegant ladies' band features a timeless alternating pattern of vibrant rubies and sparkling diamonds. Five princess-cut rubies are chann...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3 Carat Square Ruby and Diamond 18K Gold Button Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural 3 carat total weight square cut ruby and 0.30 carat round diamond button-style cocktail ring in 18K yellow gold, featuring concentric rings of invisibly channel-set rubies su...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A timeless tribute to vintage elegance, this exquisite ring features a rich, fiery ruby at its heart, weighing 0.83cts., symbolizing passion and strength. Surrounding the center ston...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Crimson Sovereign - Burma Ruby Ring with Burmese Rubies & Diamonds in 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings shine. Crimson Sovereign commands. This regal masterpiece centers a magnificent 1.99‑carat Burmese Ruby (GRS‑certified) — a stone revered for its rich, imperial red hue. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.50 Carat Ruby Engagement Ring. Oval Ruby Old Mine Diamond Halo Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 1.50 Carats Center Ruby Cut: Oval Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.50 Carats Diamond Cut: Old M...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Meghna Jewels Ruby Pink Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This exquisite ring is handcrafted in 18-karat gold. It is set in 1.93 carats ruby, 1.87 carats pink sapphire and .67 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront t...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring. 1.10ct Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Center Ruby Weight: Approximately 1.10 carats Center Ruby Cut: Oval Cut Center Ruby Setting: Prong Set Secondary Stones: Diamond Secondary Stone ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 7.08 carats with Diamond 0.35 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 10.6 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Ruby and Diamond Open Statement Ring in 18K Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Make a striking statement with this contemporary open-style bypass ring, crafted in warm 18K rose gold. Featuring two vibrant central motifs framed by geometric baguette and round br...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald Flower Cluster Ring with Sapphire and Ruby Accents Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Emerald Flower Cluster Ring with Sapphire and Ruby Accents A vibrant celebration of color and craftsmanship, this handcrafted flower cluster ring is centered around ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$27,500
Ruby Carving Cabochon Ring
Located in New York, NY
A stunning burmese ruby carving, weighing approximately fifteen carats accented with diamonds. Set in 18kt yellow gold and platinum. Ring Size 5 1/2 US.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
IGI Certified 8.40 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 8.40 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the luxurious harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemston...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 1.34 Carat Diamond and Ruby Leaf Motif Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.34 Carat Diamond Natural Ruby Leaf Ring – 18K Gold, 6.5g / 0.21 t oz
Nature's elegance takes center stage in this sculpted leaf-motif ring, where two delicately v...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 2.32 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 2.32 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the elegant harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemstones...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 6.22 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 6.22 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the captivating harmony of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18k 750 White Gold - Pear Shape Ring: Natural Diamond and Ruby
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Natural Diamond & Ruby Ring Metal Type: 18K 750 White Gold Total Item Weight: 4.6 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Sizable) Dimensions: Width 13.5mm X Height 15mm X Depth 6mm 1: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Exquisite Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover the epitome of elegance with this breathtaking engagement ring, showcasing a mesmerizing 1.50ct natural ruby. The ruby's rich red color exudes warmth and luxury, perfectly c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Pear Cut Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pear Cut Ruby Cocktail ring in 18K Gold with diamonds which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality. Designed with pear cut ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 7.41 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 7.41 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases a luxurious combination of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 8.28 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 8.28 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 8K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases a luxurious combination of natural diamonds and vivid ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Diamond French Cut Ruby Halo Statement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K White Gold Total weight: 5.00 g.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 6.37 Carat Ruby, Emerald and Multigem Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 6.37 Carat Ruby, Emerald and Multigem Statement Ring 14K Gold Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no identic...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
Heirloom 3.7cts Statement Madagascar Ruby Ring: Natural Diamonds, 14K Solid Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Elegant 14k gold ring featuring a stunning 3.68-carat oval Madagascar ruby (10x8mm), enhanced with fissure filling for added brilliance. The vibrant ruby, known for its exceptional h...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,291Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Bracelet Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...
$1,279Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$4,832Sale Price|20% Off
Dome Ring with 16.78 Cabochon Rubies, 0.19ct Diamonds, 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This dome ring is the perfect way to add a touch of glamour to your wardrobe. With 9 cabochon rubies and a total weight of 16.78 carats, this piece will look great with any outfit. T...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
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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.
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Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
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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.
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