18K & 24K Gold Ring with 22.15 Carat Cabochon Ruby & Diamonds by Victor Velyan
By Victor Velyan
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The 18K and 24K Yellow Gold Ring with 22.15 Carat Cabochon Ruby and Diamonds exemplifies his dedication to creating luxurious, one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
Oval Cabochon Red Ruby Diamond Bow Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.3 Grams Ring Size: 6.75 Ring Height: ~10 mm tall Ruby Specifications: Ruby Count: 1 oval red ruby Ruby Measuremen...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Oval Cabochon Opal Cocktail Ring with Rubies in Textured 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.75 A mesmerizing display of color and elegance, this opal and ruby halo ring is a statement of refined luxury. At its center, an enchanting oval-cut opal glows with a c...
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14.06 ctw No-Heat East African Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Tysons, VA
A remarkable statement of rarity and refinement, this vintage style ring showcases a captivating 12.66 carat East African ruby in a smooth cabochon cut, celebrated for its rich red h...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 48 Carat Star Ruby Cabochon & Diamond in 18K Rose Gold Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS-certified ruby cabochon ring featuring 48.17 carat oval ruby with no indication of heating in 18K rose gold diamond halo setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold 1940s Citrine & Cabochon Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
The citrine stone is accented with cabochon rubies that add a touch of elegance to the piece.
Citrine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring Burma No Heat 2.87 Carat Cabochon in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring from Rewa Jewels features a 2.87-carat cabochon ruby as its centerpiece.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Opal Ruby Halo Ring - 14k Oval Cabochon 2.28ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Opal Carat(s): 1.16ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Natural Ru...
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cabochon Ruby and Double Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This amazing ruby and diamond ring is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and features an oval cabochon ruby at its center.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Rubies Diamond Dome Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
With 9 cabochon rubies and a total weight of 16.78 carats, this piece will look great with any outfit.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,492Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Cabochon Oval Cut Ruby Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has 3.90 Carats of Cabochon Oval Cut Rubies.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
COCKTAIL RING 6.00 Carat Oval Ruby Cabochon & 1.15 CTW Diamond Halo in 18K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
This is an elegant estate halo ring centered around a massive 6.00-carat natural ruby cabochon.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby & Peridot Byzantine Ring in Sterling Silver with 18K Vermeil
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Cabochon oval ruby set in sterling silver byzantine style ring with 18K vermeil, round peridot stones and heart design accents on the sides.
Peridot, Ruby, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cabochon Ruby with Black Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 9.16 carats with Black Sapphire 2.10 carats and Diamond 1.19 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 2.2 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 14.7...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Band Ring 18k Gold Cabochon Ruby Diamond AGL Certificate
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Bulgari band ring made 18k gold, featuring cabochon ruby and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 kt. Gold Ring With 1.20 ct. Cabochon Sapphire & Ruby & Diamond
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sapphire: Cabochon sapphire 1.20 ct. Ruby: 4 mini ruby cabochon, 4 mini square cut ruby Material: 18 kt yellow gold Ring size: 53 EU / 6.5 US ( ring size can be changed for free )...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
$4,640Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K white Gold, Emerald Cabochon, carved Ruby & Diamonds Toi et Moi Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Toi et Moi Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$961Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k gold ring with opal cabochon: Crescent Moon Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Crescent Moon Ring Opal. Half moon opal ring. 14 kt solid gold ring with opal cabochon.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold
$1,667Sale Price|25% Off
Victorian 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 ct. The diamond is has H color and s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.19 ct. Ring size is US 6.75 We can make a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$600Sale Price|25% Off
9K Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby Vintage Style Floral Motif Band Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add timeless elegance to your collection with this Cabochon Ruby Vintage-Style Floral Motif Band Ring.
Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,887Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.60 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 1.28 carat. Ring size is US 4.3 We c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.29 Carat Cabochon Cut Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is ornamented with a feature bezel set 1.29 Ct cabochon cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.07ctw Ruby Cabochon and 0.63ctw Diamond Unique Chevron Stacking Band Ring
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 2.07ctw Ruby Cabochon and 0.63ctw Diamond Unique Chevron Stacking Band Ring Platinum PT900 9g+ V1154 ♥ The item measures 15.4 mm in length (North South direction), 20.4 mm in width...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18k White Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Metal - 18k White Gold Stones - Natural Diamonds and Rubies (Approx 10 and 65 Carats) A bold and luxurious 18k white gold cocktail ring featuring approximately 65 carats of rich ru...
Abstract Studio Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with 3.5 Carat Ruby Cabochon
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
It features a high-dome natural ruby cabochon (approximately 3.5 carats) embedded in a freeform openwork, multi-elevation band.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
10.30 Carat Ruby Cabochon Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified No-Heat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning piece featuring a large 10.30 carat cabochon ruby which as been certified by the GIA. Rubies of this size are rare, especially ones that are free of any treatment such as ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Yellow Gold Lab-Created Ruby Solitaire Ring 14k Oval Cabochon 8.00ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $80 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Lab-Created Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 8.00ct Cut: Oval C...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,023Sale Price|30% Off
Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring Triangle Diamond Cabochon Burma Ruby 4.10 Carat
Located in New York, NY
This platinum masterpiece features a mesmerizing Cabochon Burma Red Ruby as its center stone, weighing a magnificent 3.70 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4.93 Carat Cabochon Cut Ruby & Oval Cut Diamond Three Stone 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
4.93 carat cabochon cut deep pink ruby ring. Adorned with 2 oval cut diamonds on each side of the shank, 0.40 cttw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Bombe' Band Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
The timeless Bombe' style of this ring will never go out of style! Comprised of 18 karat yellow gold centered around a gemmy oval cabochon ruby = 5.22 Carat & 64 rbc diamonds pave' s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 4.43 Carat Oval G/I1 Diamond & Cabochon Ruby Platinum Vintage Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A GIA-certified 4.43 carat oval brilliant diamond in G color and I1 clarity is four-prong set in a platinum 900 wide dome ring featuring two rows of channel-set cabochon rubies flank...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3.15 Carat Natural Burma Cabochon Ruby and 1.79 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
3.50 Ct Natural Burma Cabochon Ruby & 1.8 Ct Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Three & Half Carat of very clean natural Burma Ruby Cabochon , Beautiful Color and very clean Ruby The...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$1,097Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 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
Estate 18K Rose Gold Diamond Cabochon Ruby Falcon Bypass Cocktail Ring 6ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Details: * Metal: 18K rose gold - 12g * Diamond Weight: Approximately 3.50 carats total weight * Diamond Quality: G–H color, VS1–VS2 clarity * Center Stone: Cabochon ruby, appro...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona Cabochon Ruby White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona Design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat white gold ring centering a 2.75 carat cabochon ruby and 0.20 carats of white diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Roman Malakov 3.76 Carat Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring in Two-Tone Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning dome cocktail ring, showcasing a 3.76 carats cabochon ruby, set on a four prong setting and surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut yellow diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...
Vintage 0.60 Carat Diamonds and Sapphire Ruby Cabochon Ring 18 Karat 750
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.60 Carats Diamonds & Sapphire Ruby Cabochon Ring. The diamonds weight approx 0.20 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Engraved Oval Shape Natural Amethyst Round Ruby Cabochon Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique style ring with a Big Natural Engraved Oval Shape Amethyst ,measuring 22 mm. x 18 mm x 14 mm. and weighing 41 Carats with a nice Round Ruby Cab measuring 6 mm in diameter set...
Amethyst, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,060
18k Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Bold and Elegant. Set with a Cabochon-Cut Ruby. Encircled by Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds. Gold Setting. 21st Century. Size - 3.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Sunburst Ring – 1ct Cabochon Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire Ac
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This bold and colorful sunburst-style ring is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and showcases a vibrant 1.00 carat cabochon emerald at its center.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$3,700 / item
14k Gold Bezel Cabochon Gemstone Statement Ring
Located in Missoula, MT
A celebration of color, light, and intention — this ring features five luminous 5mm cabochon gemstones, each bezel set to create a smooth, harmonious flow around the band.
Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$961Sale Price / item|44% Off
Ruby 14k gold ring. Strawberry ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Strawberry 14 kt solid gold ring with natural ruby and diamonds. July birthstone ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Band
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A wide ruby and diamond band with unique serpent scale design. .84 carats of Ruby .50 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds Approximately 14.5 mm wide set in 18k white gold
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby Cabochons Cts 0.88 Diamond Engagement Ring Set in 18k White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted to elegantly wrap around your finger, this ring showcases mesmerizing overlapping lines adorned with 10 Ruby Cabochons, totaling 0.88 carats, and accentuated by 38 dazzling R...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,400
Ruby ring
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
3 stone ruby cabochon ring. in 22 karat gold and 20 karat gold band.
Ruby, 22k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl w/ Diamond, Cabochon Ruby & Sapphire Wrap Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 13.20 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring - please let us know prior to purchase for sizing inquiries) Ring...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,579Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.65 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs1-vs1 clarity. Ring size is US 7.5 We can make any size. The box is...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
18 Carat Natural Ruby Oval Cabochon Gold Full Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
8 carat burgundy color oval Ruby cabochon ( 15 mm x 12 mm) set with 4,5 grams of 14 kt.white gold, 16 round full cut diamonds of 0,05 ct each = 0,8 ct total diamond weight Ring Sha...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Australian Opal Diamond Ruby Ring 14k Oval Cabochon 1.25ctw Halo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Australian Opal Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Natu...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Sapphire, Cabochon Ruby and Onyx Dog Ring set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Black Sapphire, Cabochon Ruby and Onyx Ring set in Silver Settings Width: 3.0 cm Length: 3.5 cm Ring Size: 59 Total Weight: 36.0 grams *Please note that the silver setting is pla...
Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver
Seaman Schepps 14K White Gold 1970's Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
"This ring by Seaman Schepps is of cluster design, set with cabochon and variously-cut rubies, and a pavé-set round brilliant-cut diamond leaf 14k white gold Signed P.S.V. of Seaman ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Carved Amethyst Ball Ruby Cabochon 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Melon cut Amethyst Round Bead of 20 mm. in diameter and 16 mm. thick with a round Ruby cabochon of 8 mm. in diameter in the center is mounted on top of a 14 Kt. yellow gold shank. I...
Amethyst, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Big Cabochon Ruby and Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Ring
Located in Crema, Cremona
18kt yellow and white gold ring with estimated over 10 cts cabochon ruby and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rock Crystal Flower Natural Ruby Cabochon Solid 14 Karat Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Flower carved Natural Rock Crystal (White Quartz) of 30 x 25 mm size with in the center a Natural Ruby Cabochon oval shape 11 x 9 mm size set in solid 14 Kt yellow gold is mounted on...
Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Rock Crystal Flower Natural Ruby Cabochon Solid 14 Karat Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Flower carved Natural Rock Crystal (White Quartz) of 30 x 25 mm size with in the center a Natural Ruby Cabochon oval shape 11 x 9 mm size set in solid 14 Kt yellow gold is mounted on...
Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Rock Crystal Flower Natural Ruby Cabochon Solid 14 Karat Gold Fashion Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Flower carved Natural Rock Crystal (White Quartz) of 30 x 25 mm size with in the center a Natural Ruby Cabochon oval shape 11 x 9 mm size set in solid 14 Kt yellow gold is mounted on...
Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Star Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring, 18k Gold Certified Ruby
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A striking and substantial star ruby and diamond cluster ring centred on a large oval cabochon natural star ruby weighing approximately 8.50 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Star 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.
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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