GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Natural Purple Star Ruby Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Ruby and diamond cocktail ring. GIA certified cabochon oval center natural, no heat ruby set in a open work 18k white gold setting with 44 round accent diamonds. 1 oval cabo...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst 1 Carat Rubies Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Weight: 12 gr Oval Amethyst: 1.5 x 1.2cm h: 0.7mm Rubies: 5mm h: 0.2mm Ring Height: 0.8mm Ring Width: 2 cm Size: 7 USA
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Gia Certified 78.67 Carat Star Ruby and Diamond Bombe 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
At its heart lies a breathtaking 78.67-carat round cabochon star ruby, certified by GIA (Report No. 2205820791), showcasing a mesmerizing star effect that shifts gracefully with the ...
Ruby, Diamond, Star Ruby, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Tanzanite Rubies Yellow Sapphires 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring Handcrafted
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful cocktail ring inspired by fire, the 18 karat white gold encases a bold navy blue cabochon tanzanite as if protecting it from a fire, precious gemstones of rubies and yellow...
Ruby, Tanzanite, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Blue Sapphires, Emeralds, Ruby & Diamonds Cocktail Cluster Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Gemstone: natural Mozambique Ruby ✦ Gemstone Cut: Cabochons ✦ Gemstone Weight: 5.45 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,988Sale Price|20% Off
ITALIAN 1970 Modernist Bombe Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Diamonds Chrysoprase & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Ruby: Mount in the center in a four-prongs setting, with 1 oval cabochon cut (12 x 10 x 6 mm) of a natural red ruby with a weight of about 7.78 carats.
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
GIA Certified 37.55 Carat Star Ruby and Sapphire 14K Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A real statement piece - 37.55 Carat Star Ruby and Multicolored Sapphire Cocktail Ring in 14K Rose Gold This ring has a gorgeous 34.96 Carat Round Cut Star Ruby that is unheated. T...
Sapphire, Ruby, Star Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s ‘Toi et Moi’ Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond 18kt Gold Ring.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Set with a 0.7ct cabochon Ruby, a 0.8ct cabochon Sapphire and both shouldered with 40 brilliant cut diamonds in total 0,8ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Cert. 9.72 Carat No Heat Star Ruby & Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: Platinum (PT900) Size: 6 1/4 (adjustable) Weight: 9.72 Grams Center Stone Details: Type: Star Ruby Carat: 9.72 Carat Cut: Cabochon Color: Pu...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
3.3 ct Sugarloaf Emerald , Ruby and Diamond 18kt Gold Cocktail Ring.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
The ring is strong and geometrical. Clear gold lines, complementing gemstone shapes.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,104Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Coral, Crystal, Ruby & Diamonds Victorian/ Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful Coral, Crystal & Ruby Victorian style Art Deco Cocktail Ring set in 14k Gold & 925 Silver. The weight of the Coral is 0.80 carats. The weight of the Cry...
Coral, Crystal, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
$1,576Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Natural Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cabochon Ruby - 17.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Emeralds - 4.00 Carat This Rin...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Art Deco 1920s 6.00 Carat Star Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Cabochon Star Ruby weighing approximately 6.00 carats, accented by a halo of Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.00 carats...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Burmese 12.00ct Star Ruby Cocktail Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, One-of-a-Kind
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
This distinctive cocktail ring showcases a 4.00-carat oval cabochon Burmese star ruby as its centerpiece, complemented by a surrounding halo of seven untreated star rubies totaling a...
Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$959Sale Price|30% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage African Multi Ruby Ring Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural African Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver African Natural Gem cut Ruby - 47 Carat Shape - Cabochon shape Bold, exotic, ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Opal, Diamond & Ruby Domed Cluster Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Gemstones: Opals, diamonds, and rubies Opal Total Carat Weight: 6.30 CTW Opal Shape & Cut: Oval cabochon cut Opal Color: Displaying play of colo...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Cocktail Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Hand-crafted in 18K gold and silver, this exquisite ring features an extraordinary ensemble of natural Ruby and Sapphire cabochons totaling around 20 carats.
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Silver, 18k Gold
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 4.35 Carat Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ring Comes With GIA Certificate. GIA Report Number 2235134057 Stones- GIA Certified Heat Treated Cushion Cut Sugarloaf Cabochon Burmese Ruby 4.35 Carats, Six Baguette Diamonds F-G C...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Silver Topped 10k Yellow Gold 1.75tcw Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique ring is crafted in silver topped 10k yellow gold and features vibrant rubies totaling approximately 1.75 carats accented by rose cut diamonds. An additional 0.23 carats ...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Hand Carved Gold Bird Ring with 15 carats Emerald Ruby Diamond 22k gold custom
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Hand Carved Gold Bird Ring with 13 carats Emerald Ruby Diamond 22k gold customizable to size One of our most special pieces- This would be a custom order and will take about 60 days...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold
Round Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Set 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite ring features a central iridescent opal embellished with pretty ruby stone and glittering diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Blue Sapphire, Ruby and pearl Bypass Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Natural Blue Sapphire, Ruby and pearl Ring in 18 Karat Gold. This is a striking and ornate ring with a bold, colorful design.
Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,624Sale Price|20% Off
Star Ruby with Blue Star Sapphire Ring Set 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Star Ruby 3.68 carats with Blue Star Sapphire 3.72 carats Ring set 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7.15 grams "We first opene...
Ruby, Star Sapphire, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2.98 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond Halo 18k Yellow Gold Ring, AGL Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking 2.98 carat ruby takes center stage in this contemporary designed ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.85 Carat Natural Star Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.85 Carat Natural Unheated, Burmese Star Ruby and 1.27 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit m...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.51 Carat Burmese Star Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a GIA certified 3.512 Carat Natural Burmese Star Ruby and 0.66 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning th...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Multi Sapphire Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
At the center sits a striking natural ruby weighing approximately 19.00 carats, presented in a luminous cabochon cut that reveals deep, saturated crimson tones with remarkable depth ...
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$952Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby - 10.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Diamonds - 1.00 Carat This Ring ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Multi Tourmalines Ring Set In 18K Gold &
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Multi Tourmalines Ring Set In 18K Gold & Natural Oval Shape Center Ruby 12.00 Carat Natural Emeralds 2.00 Carat Natural Yellow Sapphires 5...
Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Blue Opal Vintage 2 Gem Ring Set 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Blue Opal Vintage 2 Gem Ring Set 18K & Silver Red natural Ruby, Oval cabochon shape - 4 carats Blue Natural Opal - 2 carats This Ring is from the...
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb 1950s 18 Carat Ruby Gold and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
David Webb 1950s 18K Gold and Diamond Statement Ring A bold and iconic piece from the 1950s, this David Webb ring exemplifies the brand’s legendary craftsmanship and distinctive des...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
$1,180Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage African Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Yellow Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural African Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Yellow Gold African Natural Gem cut Ruby - 7 Carat Shape - Cabochon shape Rose cut Natural Diamonds - ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Yellow Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Yellow Sapphire Retro Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby 16.00 Carat Natural Yellow Sapphire 3.00 Carats This Ring is from ...
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Nini 18k White Gold 5.51ct Ruby and 1.65tcw VS1 E-F Diamond Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring by Nini is crafted in 18k white gold and features a bold combination of rich red rubies accented by sparkling diamonds. The design has a strong presence on the ha...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ring 16ct natural Ruby solid 14K Gold Ø 5.5US / 8.1 gr
Located in SE
Antique cluster / cocktail Ring, German of Danish made with nine clusters boasting natural Ceylon Rubies cut cabochon.
Ruby, 14k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Multi Tourmalines Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Multi Tourmalines Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby - 1.00 carats Natural Multi Tourmalines - 2.00 carats This Ring is from the "Capri" tr...
Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
Ruby with Diamond Flower Motif Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 12.66 carats with Diamond 0.16 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 2.2 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 8.68 grams "We first opened doors in 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.04 Carat Star Ruby No-Heat Burma & Diamond 18K Gold Sunburst Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Cocktail Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Size: US 7.5 (Adjustable) Weight: 11.23 grams Shank: Split Shank Center Gemstone Details: Type: Natural Star Ruby Carat: 3.04...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Sugarloaf and Diamond Baguette Stackable Eternity Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
The Rubies in the ring are all natural and good quality diamond baguettes.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Solange Azagury-Partridge Ruby and 18k Gold Two Finger Heart Ring, 2002
By Solange Azagury-Partridge
Located in New York, NY
A cabochon ruby and 18 karat yellow gold double finger ring, by Solange Azagury-Partridge, 2002.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare GIA Certified 7.91 No Heat Afghanistan Ruby 18K Pave Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring features a beautiful and large cabochon NO HEAT RUBY that is from Afghanistan.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 1.94 Carat Ruby and 1.74 Carat Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Warszawa, PL
This exquisite ring is crafted from 14-karat yellow gold and showcases a natural pear-shaped cabochon ruby weighing approximately 1.94 carats and measuring 10.82 × 6.98 × 2.69 mm.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Rutilated Quartz & Natural Ruby Halo Style Ring Size 7 #19024
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Rutilated Quartz & Natural Ruby Halo Style Ring Size 7 This stunning statement ring features one round cabochon cut rutilated quartz with a natural ruby halo featuri...
Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unique Solid Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond & Green Onyx Big Bold Bombe Ring Size 7.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby- Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Red Color - 10x8.5mm (approx.) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brillian...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro-Inspired 13.91 Carat Burmese Ruby Sugarloaf Statement Ring in 14K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Description:Make an unforgettable impression with this magnificent Retro-style cathedral solitaire ring. Commandingly centered is a monumental 13.91-carat Burmese ruby, expertly carv...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18K White Gold Sugarloaf Ruby Diamond Clover Cocktail Ring 6.91cttw Sz 7
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A contemporary gemstone cocktail ring crafted in 18K white gold centered by a 4.65ct natural cabochon sugarloaf cut vividly red ruby (heat only) surrounded by another 1.03ctw in natu...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920 Estonian Ring 0.8 ct Ruby Diamonds 56/14K Gold ØUS7.75 / 4.3gr
Located in SE
Old Estonian cluster natural Ruby and Diamonds Ring made between 1919 -1924.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
12 Carat Certified Natural Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful no heat, natural oval shape ruby cabochon weighing over twelve carats, accented with two tapered trapezoid shape step-cut diamonds, set in Platinum. The ruby accompanies ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Owl Bird Ring Lapis Lazuli Ruby Retro Midcentury 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Owl Motif Ring with Lapis Lazuli feathers and Ruby eyes in this fabulous Cocktail Fashion Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold.
Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Star Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Star Ruby 11.24 carats, Pink Sapphire 1.74 carats, Purple Sapphire 2.29 carats and Diamond 0.92 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 2.0 cm Length:...
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat White Gold Ring with No Heat Star Ruby 6 Carat, Diamonds 1.83 Carat
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing 18kt White Gold Ring With No Heat Star Ruby 6.11ct, Diamonds 1.83ct Ruby: Intense Purple Red, Cabochon Star Ruby, No indications of heating.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hand Carved Gold Bird Ring with 15 carats Emerald Ruby Diamond 22k gold custom
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Hand Carved Gold Bird Ring with 13 carats Emerald Ruby Diamond 22k gold customizable to size One of our most special pieces- This would be a custom order and will take about 60 days...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold
$1,335Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Sapphire & Ruby & Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Emerald & Ruby & Rings Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Ring 1 - Natural Cabochon Ruby - 17.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Emeralds -...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Carved Jade, Diamonds And A Ruby Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The center jade is crowned with a striking cabochon ruby, adding a burst of vibrant color and sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Natural Topaz Retro Ring Set In 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Natural Topaz Retro Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Oval Shape Ruby 9.00 Carat Natural White Topaz 3.00 Carat This Ring is ...
Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & South Sea Pearl 2 Gem Ring Set 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & South Sea Pearl 2 Gem Ring Set 18K & Silver Natural Ruby - 13 Carat South Sea Pearl This Ring is from the "Orient" traveling collection are the epitome of...
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Chrysoprase with Ruby, Diamond and Tsavorite Lobster Ring Set in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Chrysoprase 9.72 carats with Ruby 5.75 carats, Diamond 1.42 carats and Tsavorite 0.14 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.5 cm Length: 4.0 cm Ring Size: 56 To...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 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.
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.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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