Cougar Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Make a fierce statement with this exceptional panther-shaped ring, expertly crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. This bold and charismatic piece captures the essence of power and eleganc...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$2,480Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Snake Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Snake Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 6.6 grams. Total...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,369Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 9.7 grams. Tota...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1ct Diamond & Ruby Cocktail Ring in Platinum, Italy 1970
Located in Marcianise, IT
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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Handcraft Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
14 Karat yellow gold and 800 karat silver cocktail ring. Handmade with ruby and rose cut diamonds. Rose cut diamonds weight 0.14 karat Ruby weight 0.23 karat Ring total weight 2.60 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Handcraft Diamonds 9 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold
18kt Yellow Gold 1940's Ring with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Yellow Gold Ring With Diamonds And Ruby Diamonds: 6 brilliant cut diamonds Ruby: 6 round cut ruby Material: 18kt yellow & white gold Ring size: 58.9 EU / 8.75 US (can be re...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Owl Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Owl 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver cocktail ring. Handmade by our artisans assembled with diamonds,rubies and white enamel Ring total weight 16.60 grams Diamonds we...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Diamond and Ruby 18 karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The name "Ruby" has been applied to a number of red gemstones throughout history including garnets and spinels. It was only through the development of the chemistry and mineralogy th...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$21,500 / item
10.62 Carat Emerald Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold. It is hand set in 10.62 carats emerald, .74 carats ruby and illuminated with 2.1 carats of glittering diamonds. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Rope Ring with Ruby & Yellow Sapphire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handcrafted ring have yellow sapphire 057 carat and rubies 0.66 carat weight.
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Kt Yellow Gold Ruby & Tapered Baguette Cut Diamonds Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
YELLOW GOLDEN RING WITH RUBY, TAPERED BAGUETTE & BRILLIANT CUT DIAMONDS MATERIAL: 18 kt yellow gold WEIGHT: 5.3 grams / 0.185 oz / 3.40 dwt SIZE: eur 53 1/2 / us 6 3/4 ( Can be r...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Emeralds Rubies 18 Karat White Gold Cockatil Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful 18 karat white gold colorful cocktail ring mounted with rubies,emeralds and diamonds. Ring handmade by our artisans, it reflects all the quality of a classic jewellery.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GAI Certified 3.12 Carat Ruby Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
Inspired by modern glamour, this pigeon blood square cut ruby ring is adorned with two tapered baguette diamonds on the sides. Crafted in 18K white gold symbolizes luxury and grace. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Meghna Jewels Ruby Blue Sapphire Diamond Butterfly Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring is crafted in 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 3.96 carats ruby, 2.08 carats blue sapphire and 1.37 carats of diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefro...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Aquamarine Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
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Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$6,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ruby and Pink Sapphire Flower Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
18ct yellow gold Custom made to order please contact our designer with your finger size to start the design process Combination of Burmese red rubies and pink sapphires set in 18ct...
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Antique 14k Gold Double Snake Knot Ring with Diamond & Ruby Eyes
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This snake ring is a lovers knot as it depicts 2 snakes wrapped together. The center holds a Diamond and the snakes have 4 Ruby Eyes not tested. There are 4 bands together and the ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold 5.40ct Lab Grown Ruby Signet Ring IGI Certified
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Yellow Gold Lab-Grown Ruby Signet Ring is a stunning example of modern elegance and timeless design. Crafted in luxurious 18kt yellow gold, this ring features a magnificent 5.40...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing 18 karat white gold cocktail ring.Handmade by artisans assembled with ruby,white and yellow diamonds Ring weight 9.70 grams Diamonds total weight 4.02 karat Ruby weight 1.02...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.01 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond Vintage Style 18K Gold Ring by Meghna Jewels
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This elegant vintage-style 18 karat gold ring centers a vivid 1.01 carat oval-cut Burmese ruby displaying richly saturated raspberry-red color and lively brilliance. The ruby is fram...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
18kt White Gold Cocktail Ring with Diamonds & Rubies, Italy 1980
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing 18 karat white gold cocktail ring.Handmade by artisans assembled with rubies and diamonds Ring weight 9.60 grams Diamonds weight 0.93 karat Rubies total weight 3.86 karat Ri...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Pear Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 In very good condition. Total weight is 4.1 grams. Totally is diamond 1.61 ct. The diamond is has G color and vs1 clarity. T...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$2,808Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.5 grams. Totally is diamond 0.40 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.45 ct. Ring size is US 6.5 The box ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
VÄ°ntage Navette 18K Gold Natural Marquise Cut Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 4.69 grams. Totally is diamond 1.80 ct. The diamond is has s1-s2 clarity and K-L-M color. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. Total is ruby 0.35 ct....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Handcraft Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Emerald Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
14 karat yellow gold and 800 karat silver cocktail ring. Handmade by artisans assembled with old cut diamonds, ruby and emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
14kt Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring, Italy, Circa 1970
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite ring, designed in an elegant floral motif, is a perfect blend of classic sophistication and masterful craftsmanship. Made of 14-karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths s...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$1,170Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Band Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Band Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 2.7 grams....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$8,132Sale Price|20% Off
Ring Certified Ruby "Pigeon Blood" White Gold 18 carats, Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
Ring Certified Ruby "Vivid Red" "Pigeon Blood" White Gold 18 carats, Diamonds This 18-carat white gold ring is set with a natural "Vivid Red" "Pigeon Blood" ruby, certified by GIL ...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 kt. Gold Ring With 1.20 ct. Cabochon Sapphire & Ruby & Diamond
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant 18 kt. Gold Ring With Cabochon Sapphire and Ruby and Diamond Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds together 1.16 ct. Sapphire: Cabochon sapphire 1.20 ct. Ruby: 4 mini ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage French Rose Gold Band Ring with Rubies and Emeralds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Vintage French Rose Gold Band Ring is an exquisite piece of artistry, crafted in 18kt rose gold with a captivating blend of rubies and emeralds, inspired by a medieval design. Th...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Estate Natural Diamond An Oval Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Estate Natural Diamond An Oval Cut Ruby Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 4 grams....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Handcrafted 18K Gold 0.60Karat Sapphires 0.35C Ruby Turtle Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Handcrafted 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.60 Karat Sapphires 0.35 Karat Ruby "Turtle" Cocktail Ring A Turtle shaped cocktail ring finely handcrafted in 18 karats rose gold by expert artisans ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Ruby Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
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Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Rubies 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing 18 karat white gold cocktail ring.Handmade by our artisans assembled with rubies,sapphire and diamonds Ring weight 5.60 grams Diamonds weight 0.46 karat Rubies weight 0.50 k...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcrafted Natural Star Ruby One of a Kind Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
Round cabochon cut star ruby is the main stone along with smoky topaz and orange onyx which are set in asymmetric design. Multi-layer work on the sides enhances the beauty of this ri...
Ruby, Star Ruby, Sterling Silver
18 carat white gold ring, 4 ruby hearts and diamond paving
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Luminous 18 carat white gold ring Set with four rubies of very pretty sustained color, for about 2 carats, surrounded by a paving of sparkling diamonds for 0.50 carat for all. Th...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Rope Design Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Rope Design Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 4....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Leto Lama Ruby Heart, Rubies, Diamonds 18 Ct Gol
Located in London, GB
One Of A Kind Handmade in London 1.47 Carats Ruby Heart, Untreated, Vibrant Medium Red - Pink Hues and Natural Inclusions 1 Carats of Baguette Rubies & Rounds 0.12 White Diamonds B...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Emerald Ruby Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set with 10.0 carats emerald, ruby, blue sapphire & .55 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 a...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Handcraft Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emeralds Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Multi Color Emerald, Ruby & Blue Sapphire 3 Rings in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat white gold and features an EMERAL...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
SCALA GIOIELLI 14K Yellow Gold Malachite Turquoise Ruby Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This extraordinary 14-karat yellow gold ring is a truly unique piece of jewelry, crafted for those who appreciate refined design with strong character and personality. Its solid and ...
Diamond, Malachite, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,256Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.1 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.75 carat. Totally is ruby about 0.50 carat. The diamond is has F-G color and vs clarity. Ring size is US...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique-Inspired 14K Gold & Silver Snake Ring with Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Marcianise, IT
A jewel with strong symbolic value and a distinctive design, this snake-shaped ring combines the elegance of precious materials with the charm of antique-inspired craftsmanship. Made...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
3.21 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a brand new ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels. There are 1.88 carat of rubies and 1.33 carat of diamonds. Crafted in 18-karat white gold, the ring weighs 9.26 grams...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,293Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Sapphire Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Sapphire Emerald Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 4.6 gr...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$3,276Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.7 grams. Totally is diamond 1.40 ct. The diamond is has F color and vvs1 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.50 ct. Ring size is US 5.25 We can make...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
IGI Certified Cocktail Ring Yellow Gold with Diamonds and 11.50ct Ruby
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Top Length: 1,75 cm Top Width: 1,8 cm Top Height: 0,9 cm This IGI certified cocktail ring is a magnificent expression of high-jewelry artistry, expertly crafted in 18kt yellow gold ...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Granulata Style Oval Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophisticated hand engraved design that blends traditional granulation technique with a modern twist. This handcrafted ring have ruby 0.67 carat and diamonds 0.88 carat weight of F/G...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18k white Gold Ruby & round cut Diamond Statement Ring, made in uae
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Crafted in 18K white gold, this striking fashion ring is centered around a vivid ruby weighing 2.30 carats, radiating rich color and timeless allure. The centerpiece is elegantly fra...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 5.5...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
6.66 Carat Oval Ruby Split Shank Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This bold split-shank ring by Bracken Jewelers features a striking 6.66 carat faceted oval ruby. Crafted from 18K yellow gold, the ring's sculpted design accentuates the center stone...
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby 18kt Yellow Gold Swiss Vintage Ring
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby 18kt Yellow Gold Swiss Vintage Ring is a stunning piece of jewelry that combines precious gemstones with a classic yellow gold setting. The ring fea...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,544Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Navette Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 2.8...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18kt White Gold Ring with Heart Shaped Ruby and Diamonds , CGL Certified
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt White Gold Ring With Heart shaped Ruby and Diamonds Ruby: Intense red Heart shaped Siam ruby 1.79ct Diamonds: 2 heart shaped diamonds together 0.92ct and 42 brilliant cut diam...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$3,088Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1980s Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 6.8 grams....
Diamond, 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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.