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Emilio Jewelry Certified Burma No Heat Ruby Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum Vault at Emilio Jewelry, located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Main stones: 1.40 carat Vivid Red (PIGEON BLOOD) OVAL, 1.36 carat Vivid Red (PIGEON BLOOD) OVAL Ma...
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Burmese Ruby No Heat Oval Cabochon & Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of oval Burmese No Heat Ruby Cabochon Earrings with brilliant-cut diamonds set in 18kt White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
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81.87 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 81.87 ct. burmese ruby (no heat) drops with ruby, natural pearls, onyx, and diamonds, set in Platinum. Accompanies a gemological report from Gubelin & GIA stating the ruby ...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
13.53 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond chandelier earrings from Rewa.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.45 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond chandelier earrings from Rewa.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
12.37 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond chandelier earrings from Rewa.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
9.49 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classy earrings featuring two oval rubies - 4.89-ct and 4.60-ct. The rubies come with a GIA Ruby Origin Report stating that the rubies are not heated and are of Burmese origin. The r...
Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
19.87 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Loop Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These rubies are natural Burmese without any heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
No-Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings, AGL Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sublime pair of vintage earrings featuring 2 rare unheated Burmese rubies. They are shaped as beautiful pears and have a bright vivid color found only in the finest of rubies. They...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4.00 ctw Diamond & No-Heat Burmese Ruby Gold-Topped Platinum Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Designed as sculptural double flowers, each earring centers a Burmese ruby certified by AGL as no heat, surrounded by pavé-set round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
6.19 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The rubies are Burmese, natural, and without any heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Important Art Deco Earrings with Burmese Rubies NO HEAT and Diamonds
Located in Milano, MI
Exceptional Art Deco earrings, crafted in platinum and 18ct gold, showcasing fine period jewelry craftsmanship. The elegant design is adorned with magnificent natural unheated Burmes...
Diamond, Ruby
GIA Certified 4.43 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
- There are two center oval rubies, with the total weight of 4.43 carat - Every ruby has been tested and certified by GIA (Gemological Institute of America) as natural rubies from ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Dazzling Sunflowers No Heat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Studs
Located in New York, NY
18K WHITE GOLD 112 DIAMONDS, 0.74 CARATS 2 NO-HEAT BURMESE RUBIES, 1.52 CARATS GIA Certified Introducing our exquisite Flower Studs, a true marvel of our craftsmanship. These stunn...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
20 carat No Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond floral Stud Earrings 18k Gold
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Burmese No-Heat Ruby & Diamond Floral Earrings in 18K Gold – 14.92 Carats A radiant pair of high jewelry earrings showcasing exceptional Burmese rubies in an elegant floral clust...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 8.00 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These rubies are natural Burmese without any heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 5.80 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Dangling Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These rubies are natural Burmese without any heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 8.51 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Dangling Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These rubies are natural Burmese without any heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 7.37 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These rubies are natural Burmese without any heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 9.27 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These rubies are natural Burmese without any heat treatment.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby White Diamond Gold Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Burma No-Heat Ruby & Diamond Gold Earrings These exquisite earrings feature a pair of GIA-certified, unheated Burmese rubies weighing approximately 1.20 car...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings with GIA-Certified No-Heat Burma Rubies
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
These 14K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings with GIA-Certified No-Heat Carved Burma Rubies offer both heirloom quality and high-fashion allure—an extraordinary addition to any jewelry portfo...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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GRS Certified Pigeon Blood 2.09 Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond earring from Rewa. The two center rubies weigh 1.05 and 1.04 carats and are certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, no heat, and 'Vivid Re...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gubelin Certified 26.20 Carat Burmese Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
. - There are rubies in center , with the total weight of 26.20carat - Every ruby has been tested and certified by Gubelin as natural rubies from Burma, without any heat treatment. ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby Hoop Earrings, No Heat, 22mm
Located in Singapore, SG
Hoop earrings are HOT! Hoops have always been trendy. Inside-out hoop earrings are the trendiest upgrade, resulting in more brilliance and a pop of color. Once you wear hoops, you'l...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gubelin Certified 6.51 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This pair of earrings by Rewa features Burmese rubies with a total weight of 6.51 carats. All rubies are certified by Gübelin Gem Lab as unheated and Burma origin, with a few noted a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 6.04 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These earrings feature two GIA Certified Pigeon Blood rubies, each weighing 3.02 carats (GIA-2447096905 and GIA-6452869461), for a total of 6.04 carats. The rubies showcase a deep ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Solid Gold GIA Vivid Red Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (36) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - No Heat - Burma - 7ctw (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 18.36 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold. This pair of earrings embraces minimalism with its simple design while still displaying elegance; a great fit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 8.16 Carat Burma No Heat Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
8.16 ct Burma No Heat Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Chandelier Earrings (GIA Certified) Indulge in commanding elegance with these breathtaking chandelier earrings, showcasing 8.16 carats...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 5.57 Carat Burma No Heat Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
These opulent drop earrings exemplify timeless sophistication, showcasing a total of 5.57 carats of GIA-certified natural Burmese rubies. Untreated and richly saturated, the rubies d...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 3.09 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A new pair of ruby and diamond earring studs from Rewa. The two rubies weigh 1.58 and 1.51 carat approximately.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.94 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A new pair of ruby and diamond earring studs from Rewa. The two rubies weigh 0.97 and 0.97 carat approximately.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.58 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A new pair of ruby and diamond earring studs from Rewa. The two rubies weigh 1.25 and 1.33 carat approximately.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.57 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
- There are two center oval Pigeon Blood rubies, with the total weight of 1.57 carat, and individual weights of 0.78 and 0.79 carat. - Every ruby has been tested and certified by G...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.10 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A new pair of ruby and diamond earring studs from Rewa. The two rubies weigh 1.01 and 1.09 carat approximately.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 3.22 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.23 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A new pair of ruby and diamond earring studs from Rewa. The two rubies weigh 1.17 and 1.06 carat approximately.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.06 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A new pair of ruby and diamond earring studs from Rewa. The two rubies weigh 1.01 and 1.05 carat approximately.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.21 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A new pair of ruby and diamond earring studs from Rewa. The two rubies weigh 1.16 and 1.05 carat approximately.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.50 Carat Burmese Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new pair of ruby and diamond earrings from Rewa. The centre stones are natural rubies from Myanmar, Burma, and are certified as No Heat 'Pigeon Blood' from GemResearch Swissl...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.98 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Earrings In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 5.96 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Four of the ten rubies in this pair of earrings were randomly selected and certified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), as Burmese no heat.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.37 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a brand new handcrafted ruby earring by Rewa Jewels. The earring’s center stones weigh 1.31ct and 1.06ct, are of Burmese origin and certified by Gemological Institute of ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AGL Certified 3.17 carat Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The rubies in these pair of earrings have been certified by the AGL (Thai), as Burmese no heat.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.63 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby earring by Rewa Jewels. The earring’s center stones weigh 0.87ct and 0.76ct, are of Burmese origin and certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natura...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.20 Carat Burmese Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new pair of ruby and diamond earrings from Rewa. The centre stones are natural rubies from Myanmar, Burma, and are certified as No Heat 'Pigeon Blood' from GemResearch Swissl...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Pigeon Blood 3.77 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These rubies are untreated. 4 rubies were chosen by random by GIA and were verified as Burmese no heat and some of them 'Pigeon Blood' color.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
7.03 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat And Diamond Earrings In 18Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
7.70 Carat Burma No Heat Spinel Cabochon Ruby White Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Presenting a pair of exceptional 7.7 carat Burma no heat spinel cabochon, ruby, and diamond earrings, masterfully crafted in 18k white gold.
White Diamond, Ruby, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.14 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon's Blood Red Ruby Diamond Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Exuding timeless elegance and gemological excellence, these GIA-certified ruby and diamond drop earrings feature a total of 3.14 carats of vivid, unheated Burmese pigeon’s blood rubi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.93 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby earring by Rewa Jewels. The earring’s center stones weigh 1.61ct and 1.32ct, are of Burmese origin and certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natura...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 1.26 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
- There are two center oval Pigeon Blood rubies, with the total weight of 1.26 carats - Both ruby has been tested and certified by GRS (Gem Research Swisslab), as natural rubies fr...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.07 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
- There are two center oval Pigeon Blood rubies, with the total weight of 2.07 carat, and individual weights of 1.03 and 1.04 carat. - Every ruby has been tested and certified by G...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 6.21 Carat No Heat Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The rubies are pigeon blood in colour. The rubies in these pair of earrings have been certified by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), as Burmese no heat.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Pigeon Blood 10.43 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These luxurious ruby and diamond earrings are handcrafted by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.91 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
At the heart of these earrings lies a captivating pair of rubies, totaling 1.91 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
Someone wanted to “modernize” the Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. masterworks, but Mahnaz Collection came to their rescue. Here, the dealer explains precisely why they’re such an extraordinary find.
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The classic circle has appeared in countless variations over the centuries.