CARTIER Vintage Byzantine Cross Sapphire Ruby Pendant Brooch Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Cartier Vintage Byzantine cross pendant brooch necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with faceted rubies, sapphires, and emerald.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ellipse Yellow Gold Ring Two Crossed Heads with Rubies
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Crafted from 18-karat yellow gold, the ring features Cartier’s signature two crossed heads motif — a sculptural and harmonious design that evokes both strength and fluidity.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Byzantine Multicolor Gemstone Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Cartier cross is made in 18k yellow gold and set with faceted rubies, sapphires, and emerald.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 1.75 in L 2 in
Vintage Cartier Byzantine Cross Pin Pendant 18k Gold Diamonds Rubies Sapphires
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
This Vintage Cartier Byzantine gem-set cross is in excellent condition. -- Solid 18k yellow gold set with colorless round diamonds, pear-shaped sapphires, square rubies and a squar...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vizantija Cross Sapphire Ruby Emerald Gold Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vizantija Cross Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald Pendant by Cartier.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
CARTIER Vizantija Cross Sapphire Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vizantija Cross Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald Pendant by Cartier.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Vizantija Sapphire Ruby Emeral Cross Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vizantija Cross Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald Pendant Brooch by Cartier.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Vizantija Cross Sapphire Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vizantija Cross Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald Pendant And Chain Necklace by Cartier.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Vizantija Emerald Sapphire Ruby Diamond Large Gold Cross Brooch Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vizantija Large Cross Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Pendant Brooch by Cartier.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
An 18k Gold Cartier Chain and Cross
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18k gold cross pendant set with sapphire, ruby and emeralds, signed numbered and dated: Cartier, model Byzantine on a woven Cartier chain weight: 16 g dimensions 3 cm length chain...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Byzantine Cross
By Cartier
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This charming gold cross was made by Cartier in the 1990s. Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold the cross is set with four square cut blue sapphires, four pear shape rubies and a centra...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s CARTIER Byzantine Multicolor Gemstone Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Cartier cross is made in 18k yellow gold and set with faceted rubies, sapphires, and emerald.
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Byzantine Multi-Color Gemstone Yellow Gold Small Cross Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Cartier small cross pendant is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with faceted rubies, sapphires, and emerald.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Byzantine Multi-Color Gemstone Yellow Gold Medium Cross Pendant Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Cartier medium cross pendant brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with faceted rubies, sapphires, and emerald.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Contemporary Ruby Cross Necklace in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Estate cross necklace by legendary maker Cartier! The lovely piece is made of platinum and forms the shape of a delicate cross.
Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1990s Cartier Byzantine Cross Pendant with Diamonds and Rubies
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Square cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.50 carat and Round cut Rubies weighing approximately a total of 0.15 carat. Signed by C...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier Vizantija Sapphire, Ruby & Emerald Cross Necklace 18 Karat In Stock
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vizantija Diamond & Ruby Pendant Cross Necklace This exquisite necklace features a beautifully crafted cross adorned with sapphires, emeralds, and rubie...
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Sapphire Ruby Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Byzantine Cross Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Cross Pendant is a striking and luxurious accessory, designed to captivate with its bold and polished appearance.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Sapphire Ruby Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Byzantine Cross Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Cross Pendant is a striking and luxurious accessory, designed to captivate with its bold and polished appearance.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.88 in W 1.63 in
1993 CARTIER Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Gold Byzantine Cross Pendant Pin Clip
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Colorful and chic, the cross is a great holiday gift. It comes in an original Cartier box.
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Byzantine Cross MM Brooch Pendant Top 18 Karat Yellow Gold, 1993
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:Cartier Name:BYZANTINE CROSS MM Brooch Pendant Top Material :4P Ruby, 4P Sapphire, 1P Emerald, 750 18K YG Yellow Gold Comes with:Cartier Box, Pouch, Repair Certificate (Jan 201...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Contemporary Ruby Cross Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful Estate cross necklace by legendary maker Cartier! The lovely piece is made of 18kt yellow gold and forms the shape of a delicate cross.
Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier Sapphire Ruby Emerald Cross Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Sonoma, CA
Cartier multi gemstone cross pendant featuring sapphires, rubies, and emerald, set in 18 karat yellow gold, suspended from an 18 karat yellow gold 17 inch rope chain.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Gemstone Gold Cross Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Cross pendant, set with a square-cut emerald at center surrounded by four small pear-shaped rubies and four square-cut sapphires, mounted in polished 18k yellow gold, circa 1993, num...
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s Cartier Ruby Diamond Platinum Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and diamond cross pendant set in platinum, with diamond bail.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Cartier Sapphire Ruby Emerald Cross Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Sonoma, CA
Cartier multi gemstone cross pendant featuring sapphires, rubies, and emerald, set in 18 karat yellow gold, suspended from an 18 karat yellow gold 17 inch rope chain.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Diamond and Ruby White Gold Cross Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Cartier Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Stones: 12 Rubies and 11 Diamonds Total Carat Weight: 0.8 carat Diamond Color: E Diamond Clarity: VVS - VS Length: 0.41 inches Width: 0.35 i...
Agate, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Vivid Red Ruby Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Oval Cut Solitaire Ring K
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with a vivid red ruby. Fine jewellery houses like Cartier only use the finest of ge...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
A sculptural band in yellow gold, its softly domed profile curves gently to follow the natural contour of the finger. The surface is set with a mosaic of gemstones in varied shapes, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Ruby Cross Pendant and Chain Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 12.8 Grams Chain Length: 20" Pendant Diameter: 1.5" x 1.0" Stamped: "750" "Italy" Gemstones: sapphires and...
Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Sapphire Cross Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brilliant Red sapphire - Vintage Gold Cross Vintage but never used. 18k Yellow Solid Gold approx weight 1.90 grams the gold is mat (not shiny) and has Brushed texture. Natural Red(a ...
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k Gold Ruby Ellipse Bypass Band Ring, 1995
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Cartier ring in 18k yellow gold, set with two oval rubies in a bypass design. This crossover shape leaves the ring open at the top, a look tied to Cartier's ellipse-style d...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,380
H 1.42 in W 0.91 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.91 in L 1.42 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Emerald Sapphire Ruby Multi-Color Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Presenting S.Georgios designer byzantine style cross pendant enhancer is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and features 9 Princess cut Rubies, 2 Princess cut Sapphires, and 4 ...
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold Maltese Cross Multi-Stone Pendant Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a stunning Contemporary Maltese Cross Pendant Necklace set in 18K Yellow gold featuring Amethyst, Citrine, and Aquamarine! This pendant necklace demands attention in the most...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Cross Pendant with rainbow gemstones
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold Cross pendant with natural colored stones: amethysts and tsavorite (green garnet). Rainbow cross pendant. Gold cross necklace. Weight: 1.9 g. Gold: 14kt solid yell...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
$701Sale Price / item|35% Off
H 0.75 in W 0.44 in
18k Solid Gold Cross Diamond Necklace Cross Charm Pendant Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cross Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold / Rose Gold / White Gold. Delicate dainty cross charm necklace with natural diamond set in 18k solid gold. This modern minimalist necklace ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,958
H 2.09 in W 1.26 in Dm 1.26 in L 2.09 in
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Multi-Color Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios Designer Byzantine Style Cross Pendant Enhancer is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and features 2 Rubies, 4 Emeralds, and 12 Sapphire all total weight of 2,9...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Vintage Cartier Diamond Ruby Daphne 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Domed Ring EU52
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Diamond & Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Daphne Ring. Stunning yellow gold Cartier ring set with a beautiful 4mm centre diamond with F/G Colour and VVS cl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Cartier Large Red Ruby Ellipse Oval Cut 18k Gold Bypass Split Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Oval Cut Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Split Bypass Ring. Large ruby size. Stunning yellow gold ring set with 2 fine deep red oval cut rubies. Fine jewellery houses ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$609Sale Price / item|35% Off
H 0.75 in W 0.44 in
14k Solid Gold Cross Diamond Necklace Cross Charm Pendant Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cross Diamond Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. Delicate dainty cross charm necklace with natural diamond set in 14k solid gold. This modern minimalist necklace ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Filigree Byzantine Cross Pendant with Enamel & Ruby in 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine cross pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a round tourmaline center and two colours of enamel, red and green. This pendant is braided using the ancestral tec...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 22k Gold
23 Kt Gold and Garnet Early Byzantine Cross Pendant c. 400-600 AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine), circa 400 – 600 AD This restrained Byzantine hollow cross pendant is finely crafted in almost pure gold (approximately 23.11 kt). The cross is form...
Garnet, Gold
CARTIER Gypsy Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This classic vintage Cartier gypsy ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and bezel-set with a round brilliant E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamond and a pair of round rubies. Made in France circa 1980...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Belle Epoque Colombian Certified Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Antique 18Kt rose Gold and silver Ruby and Diamond ring. The cluster style ring is centered with a stunning oval natural emerald, accented by an halo of sparkling old mine cut diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
$54,849
H 8.27 in W 9.26 in D 4.73 in
Hermès Birkin Cargo 25 Noir/Black Canvas Swift Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, BE
Hermès Birkin Cargo 25 in noir and canvas swift leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set. Stamp U (2022)
$21,500
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$7,199Sale Price|20% Off
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano 2001 Chris 1947 Cadillac Denim Saddle Bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
A very rare Cadillac denim bag designed by John Galliano for Christian Dior Fall 2001 collection Featured on the runway and in the AD campaign Special piece, produced in a very limit...
1960s Vintage Victoria Royal Pink Silk Beaded Cocktail Dress US 4 UK 8
By Victoria Royal
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the softest shade of pale pink shantung silk and embellished with bright gold beads, pearlescent beads and pink claw set rhinestones, in a swirling paisley pattern, this ...
A Star Set Multi Gem and Diamond Wide Band, by Cartier, France
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Of wide design set with star set circular shaped sapphires, rubies, emeralds and diamonds, mounted in 18K gold, weighing approximately: 16 grams. Signed Cartier, France, numbered, a...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire
$5,806Sale Price|30% Off
1994 Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Ring Vintage Size 7.75
By Cartier
Located in Conroe, TX
A striking vintage Cartier ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, showcasing a vibrant geometric arrangement of a square-cut ruby framed by pear-cut emeralds and sapphire accents. The...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$170,000
W 0.05 in L 0.11 in
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18k Gold/Platinum Diamond Ruby Seal Brooch Historical!
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Amazing, Unique Piece by Tiffany & Co. Features Round/European Cut Diamonds and Rubies Sculpted Seal Brooch on Drum with Ball on Nose Reverse/Underside of Setting has intricate h...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$49,900
H 7.6 in W 11.7 in D 3.9 in
Chanel Purple Alligator Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag with Gold Hardware
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
AN EXQUISITE JUMBO CHANEL PURPLE ALLIGATOR CLASSIC DOUBLE FLAP BAG WITH GOLD TONE HARDWARE CHANEL. 2013-2014 Year. Crafted with precision using rare alligator leather, and touched wi...
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Alligator Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Alligator Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG129 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: (U) Age: 1991 ...
$118,597
H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermès Blue Tempete Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Blue Tempete Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Sellier Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG142 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial N...
French 1925s Art Deco Diamonds Verneuil Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A charming antique ring, it features a flat oval setting, with a synthetic verneuil ruby set in the center, surrounded by rose-cut ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$208,250Sale Price|65% Off
Rare Important 18KT Gold Large Gorgeous Fancy 180CT Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains over 180CTS of Beautiful Ra...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Vintage Cartier Sapphire Diamond Mimi 18k Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Mimi Dome Ring. A very rare 1980's yellow gold Cartier ring set with a top grade natural sapphire with a fine royal blue colour ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Antique Art Deco 1930s Cartier 17.90 Carat Diamond Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 14.00 carats and Single cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 3.90 carats. Signed...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Sapphire and Diamond Byzantine Cross Pendant
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful little Byzantine cross pendant from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This vintage piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold a...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories 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.