Oval Burma Ruby with Heart Diamonds White Gold Ring with Certificate
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Oval Burma Ruby with Heart Diamonds White Gold Ring with Certificate. Elegant Innovative Design for this Ring with a Stunning Oval Ruby (ct. 3.27 Certificate GRS 2017-121190 vivid re...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.78 Carat Burma Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant pair of ruby and diamond earrings from Rewa Jewels is made in 18 karat white gold. There are 218 pieces of natural untreated Burmese rubies weighing approximately 3.78 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.88 Carats Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Earrings in 18K W/G
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These exceptional earrings feature GIA-certified Burma Pigeon Blood rubies, totaling 1.88 carats (Certificate number GIA5503162431). The vivid red hues of the no-heat oval-cut rubies...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1.13ct Burmese Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This refined antique pendant necklace is crafted in luminous 18k white gold, showcasing a vivid 1.13 carat Burmese ruby of exceptional color and presence.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly beautiful ruby and diamond cluster ring. At the centre of the face we find an oval shaped natural Burmese ruby possessing a vivd red colour tone with no evidence...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Oval Burma Ruby with Round Diamonds White Gold Ring with Certificate
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Oval Burma Ruby with Round Diamonds White Gold Ring with Certificate. Classic Design for this Ring with a Stunning Oval Ruby (ct. 3.02 Certificate 11.15x8.27x3.72 faceted gemstone re...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Bowtie Designer Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ring, never used. Unique Burma Natural Ruby Gemstones Unique Invisible setting bowtie design Square Natural Ruby's and center Oval Natural Diamond 18k Yellow Gold 10.0 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
AGL Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Ring size: 8 1/2 Metal: 18 Karat yellow gold Stamp: (maker's mark) 18K Gross weight: 8.50 grams AGL, 2024, Report No. 1138653, Natural Corundum, Ruby, Burma, Heated Diamond Charact...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,392
H 0.18 in W 0.21 in L 6.69 in
1930s 3.30 Carat Burmese Ruby and 1.00 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Line Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique ruby and diamond line bracelet has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.49 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.49 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring This charming Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring is a modern cocktail ring that is sure to get a lot of attention with ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Certified Unheated Burmese Ruby & Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from a combination of platinum and 18 karat gold, each earring features two magnificent unheated Burmese cabochon rubies, renowned for their rich color and clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$19,985 / set
H 0.52 in W 0.52 in L 0.87 in
CARTIER Paris Magnificent Cufflinks In Solid 18Kt Gold Burmese Rubies & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of gems-set classic cufflinks designed by Cartier. This is a fabulous pair of gems set of cufflinks, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the late 2...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
0.69 Carat Burma Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat 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. It has 24 pieces of square shaped Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 0.69 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.06 ct. No-Heat Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring Spectra
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Ruby 5.06 ct. & 3.94 cts. diamonds Color/Clarity: Burma No Heat, F-G VS Certifications: SSEF & AGL Size: 6 Creator: Spectra Fine Jewelry Metal: 18K White gold Weight: 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
28.70 Carat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Features vibrant red oval cut rubies weighing 28.70 carats, set in an open-work design accented with round brilliant diamonds. Diamonds weigh 8.99 carats total and are approximately ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Price Upon Request
Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Burmese Ruby White Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Golden shank is carved delicately as if it's a tree branch, and more some more diamonds are hidden inside so that the owner will find different views newly as she wears. 18K Gold ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
18K White Gold Square French Cut Burma Natural Rubies Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Addison, TX
Presenting a: 18K White Gold Square French Cut Burma Natural Rubies Diamond Tennis Bracelet 7" Featuring altering groups of three rubies by a diamond The rubies are natural and ap...
45.00ct Diamond 31.00ct AGL Burma Ruby Gold Necklace Earrings and Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning 18k yellow gold necklace, earrings and ring set. The set features sparkling marquise, baguette and round cut diamonds that weigh approximately 45.00ct. The color o...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Unheated Burmese Briolette Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Certified Unheated Burmese Briolette Ruby and Diamond Necklace A vintage necklace adorned with a natural Burmese briolette ruby and round-cut diamonds. Accompanied with a AGL labo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified Burmese Ruby and Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring, 1.45 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Burma, now known as Myanmar, is one of the premier sources of the world's finest rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Rare Tiffany & Co. NO HEAT Burma Ruby Cocktail
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, this bold piece showcases a natural oval-cut Burma ruby of remarkable provenance.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unheated Burma 1.09ct Pigeon’s Blood Ruby & Diamond Ring GRS
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply magnificent and utterly unique Jewel set in solid 18k yellow gold, and featuring a stunning, completely unheated and untreated pigeon’s blood Ruby from Mogok in Burma weighi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
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. The earrings have 8 rubies that weigh a total of 13.53 carat, approximately. The largest two weigh a total of 4.01 carat....
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified Trilliant Cut Burma Ruby and Diamond Long Frame Toi Et Moi Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Details: - Metal: 18K White Gold - Weight: 6.84 Grams - Ring Type: Long Frame, Toi Et Moi Ruby Details: - Carat: 0.83 - Color: Red - Cut: Trilliant (Triangular) - Origin: Burma ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Diamond Burma Ruby Bombe Earrings GIA Certified in 18 Karat Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional and highly collectible 1980s Bulgari earrings of bombe design, each centering on a vivid-red Burma ruby (approximately 2.5 carats each) and showcasing another 6 carats of...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 5.04 Carat Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
This ring is both a bold statement piece and a timeless investment. Details: Metal: 18K White Gold Center-Stone: Ruby - 5.04 Carats Shape: Oval...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring GRS Certified 1.51 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a brand new ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels. This ring has been inspired by classic themes through it's symmetrical designs and traditional shaped such as rounds and...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$15,200Sale Price|20% Off
2.25 ct GIA Certified Burma Ruby and diamond ring
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite ring features a GIA Certified Burma Ruby 2.25-carat center cushion cut, GIA #2231255803.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Burma elongated cushion Ruby 7.19 ct Vintage Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 18k white gold and weighing 8.40 grams, the ring balances timeless elegance with bold glamour.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
3.43 Carat No Heat Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a pair of earrings featuring a 3.43 carat No Heat Burma Pigeon Blood ruby, renowned for its rich color and rarity.
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. The earrings have 50 rubies that weigh a total of 6.45 carat, approximately. They are from Burma and are natural, no heat...
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. The earrings have 48 rubies that weigh a total of 12.37 carat, approximately. They are from Burma and are natural, no hea...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.58 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
The centre ruby has been set with four claw prongs. The stones were unearthed from Burma - one of the oldest ruby mines in the world.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Cabochon Burma Ruby and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Opulent Cabochon Burma Ruby & Diamond Earrings set in 18kt Yellow Gold. Hugging close to the Ear and bordered on each side by a row of Diamonds while having five diamonds sprinkled a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 24 Carat Burmese Rubies Diamond Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
These diamonds are of exceptional quality, graded E-G in color and VS in clarity, providing a sparkling contrast to the rich reds of the rubies. The bracelet is elegantly set in a bl...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring GRS Certified 2.19 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ruby and diamond ring by Rewa Jewels features a timeless design, suitable for any occasion. The center stone is a 2.26-carat Burmese ruby, certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GR...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.33 Carat Burmese Ruby Tsavorite Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring by Meghna Jewels
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Centered on a vibrant 2.33 carat Burmese ruby, this striking ring displays a richly saturated pinkish-red hue with lively brilliance and depth. The gemstone’s vivid color creates a c...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold
0.28ct Ruby Burma Solitaire Stud Earrings In 18ct White and Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
0.28ct Ruby Burma Solitaire Stud Earrings In 18ct White and Yellow Gold These stunning 0.28ct Ruby Burma Solitaire Stud Earrings are a must-have addition to your jewellery collection...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,275Sale Price|25% Off
Burma Ruby and Diamond Earrings Studded in 18 Karat Rose & White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Burma Ruby and Diamond Earrings Studded in 18 Karat Rose & White Gold These are an exclusive earrings with ruby & diamonds features 28 pieces of rubies weight 8.47 carat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring by Péclard in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This stunning ring by reknown Swiss jeweller Péclard features an oval-shaped, vibrantly coloured 2.36 carat Burma ruby. Flanked by two oval-shaped equally lively rubies of approximat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$52,000Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $130, 000 Fancy 18KT Gold 22CT Gorgeous Burmese Flower Ruby Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Rare Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bracelet. Bracel...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$20,700Sale Price|55% Off
NWT $46, 000 Fancy 18KT Gold 11CT Gorgeous Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Rare Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bracelet. Bracel...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
NWT $115, 000 Fancy 18KT Gold 27CT Rare Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold and Platinum Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Rare Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Br...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
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. Accompanies a GIA Report indicating Burma (Myanmar), No Heat. Cabochons meas...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Burmese Ruby and Multi Gemstone Flower Brooch Set
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite pair of antique brooches crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold into individual flower designs. Each identical piece features a centralised natural pinky red ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$17,487
W 0.6 in D 0.32 in L 1.03 in
IGI Certified Pendant with Burma Ruby and Diamonds in 18 karat Yellow Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Chain not included This sophisticated IGI certified pendant features a rare 2.1 carat natural ruby from the historic Mong Hsu mines of Myanmar, formerly Burma. The center stone exhi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gubelin Certified 11.85 Carat Burma Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat 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. It has 2 centre pieces and 18 more pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies Pigeon...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Burmese Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.20 carats with Diamond 0.21 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (GIT Certified, The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand) Width: 1.3 cm Length: 0.7 cm Ring Siz...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Diamonds Burma Ruby & Diamon Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Diamond and Ruby cuff bangle bracelet crafted in 18 karat white gold, featuring 15 Oval rubies weighing approximately 15.93 carats total and round brilliant cut diamonds wei...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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. It has 2 centre pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 2.48 carat appro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$92,000Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $230, 000 Fancy 18KT Gold 45CT Rare Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold and Platinum Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Rare Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bra...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$61,250Sale Price|65% Off
NWT $175, 000 Rare Fancy 18KT Gold 40CT Gorgeous Burmese Ruby Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Rare Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bracelet. Bracelet conta...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 8.61 Carat Burma Ruby Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship with this Ruby Diamond Necklace, a piece that defines elegance and versatility. Crafted in radiant 18 karat white gold, this neckla...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unheated Burma 1.36ct Pigeon’s Blood Ruby & Diamond Ring GRS - Mag
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply magnificent and utterly unique Jewel set in solid 18k white gold, and featuring a stunning, completely unheated and untreated pigeon’s blood Ruby from Mogok in Burma weighin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Burma Ruby Oval 4 Cts Engagement Ring with Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
So certainly value-wise, it is a stone to acquire. The ruby and diamonds are encased in 18 K white gold weighing 6.96 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
8.73 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A classic elegance for your jewels collection with these stunning ruby and diamond earrings made by Rewa jewels crafted in 18 karat white gold. The centre stones are two Burmese ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White 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.
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