$1,580Sale Price|20% Off
1.18 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby & Diamond Cross Necklace Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite 1.18ct Ruby & Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Diamond and Ruby Cross Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This gorgeous cross enhancer features 4 Diamonds total weight of 0.16 Carat, 2 Ruby cabochon the weight of 4.20 Carat, and 4 Aquamarines total weight of 0.88 Carat.
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold...
$628Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Gold 0.13 carat Diamond Cross bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
0.13 Carat diamond sideway Cross bracelet is a perfect religious bracelet and is meant for you to feel good and protected whenever worn.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$692Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold 0.13 carat Diamond Cross bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
0.13 Carat diamond sideway Cross bracelet is a perfect religious bracelet and is meant for you to feel good and protected whenever worn.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.44 Carat Nat Ruby and Round Diamond 14K White Gold Religious Cross Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling and inspired, this diamond cross pendant is certain to be appreciated.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18ct White Gold & Platinum, 1930s French, Diamond and Ruby Cross Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
This ring is a testament to the extravagance of the era, showcasing a vibrant combination of fourteen sparkling diamonds and seven rich natural rubies arranged in a striking cross pa...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .83 Carat TW Rose Gold Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose Gold setting with natural round cut red ruby complimented by natural round cut white diamond melee. This pendan...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18.83 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Mixed Cut Cross Necklace in 18k Solid Gold
Located in Miami, FL
15.66 carat Ruby and 3.17 carat Diamond mixed cut cross pendant necklace.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine 1.10 CT Round Ruby Cross Pendant with Diamonds in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated piece features 1.10 carats of vivid pink rubies, each emerald-cut and arranged in a graceful cross formation.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sybarite Sceptre Drop Cross Earrings in Blackened Gold with Rubies
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Sybarite Jewellery is a brand and ethos inspired by that single, creased rose petal. We create jewellery that is incomparable in both design and accomplishment. Our customers seek ex...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k ...
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Briolette Amethyst and Ruby Cross Drop Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Fastenings: friction backs Weight: 14.83 grams
Amethyst, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Three-Stone Pear Ruby Criss-Cross Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The sparkling diamonds on the criss cross shank illuminate the bold red gems and augment the luxurious appeal of the ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
$3,777
Cross pendant necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
This exquisite piece features 4 Round Rubies, totaling 0.95 carats, alongside 5 Round Pink Sapphires, totaling 0.96 carats, and a Round Diamond with G color and VS clarity, measuring...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Reversible 3-D Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold geometric reversible 3-D Cross pendant is beautifully handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and finished...
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...
17th Century Cross Table-Cut Diamonds Colombian Emerald Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Iberian Peninsula 17th Century Silver Cross Table Cut Diamonds Colombian Emerald and Burma Ruby Pendant H 7.28 cm x W 5.27 cm / H 2.86 in. x W 2.1 14.75 grams Ribbon included 18th ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver
Diamond Cross Brooch Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond cross brooch features a central South Sea pearl of 16mm, 2 pear shape faceted emeralds (2.43 carats), 2 pear shape faceted Thai rubies (2.95 carats) 4 pear shape faceted ...
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Whit...
3 Carat Ruby 18 Karat Rose Gold Cross Over Ring 13 Grams Size 8
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 3 Ct Ruby and 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring Ruby approximately 3 ct 18 Karat Yellow Gold: 13 Grams Ring Size 8 ( can be altered ) Not stamped but i Tested ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Gold Sword Cross Pendant with White & Black Diamonds
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross and Chain Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer cross pendant is 18 Karat Gold with diamond and is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and finished with a unique velvet...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Gold cross pendant necklace and chain is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and is finished with a unique velv...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Necklace with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold cross pendant necklace and chain is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and is finished with a uniq...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Gold Rhombus shaped cross pendant necklace and chain is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and is finished wit...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Necklace with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold cross pendant necklace and chain is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and is finished with a uniq...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Square Cross with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios Cross is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is microscopically decorated with granulation work all the way around. The background of this gorgeous Cross...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald and Sapphire Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios solid 18 Karat Gold reversible geometric Cross Necklace is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and finished with a unique velvet ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Diamond,...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Byzantine Style Cross Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios Cross Pendant Necklace is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is microscopically decorated with Byzantine-style bead granulation work. This beautiful art...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Geometric Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold geometric Cross Pendant is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and finished with a unique velvet backg...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Diamond, Yellow D...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat yellow Gold and black Rhodium cross pendant necklace and chain are handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and a un...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Long Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Gold marquise-shaped long cross necklace and chain is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and is finished with ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold cross pendant necklace and chain is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and is finished with a uniq...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Square Small Cross and Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios solid 18 Karat Gold cross pendant Necklace is handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style bead granulation work and finished with a unique velvet backgrou...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Bro...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Greek Key Cross with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios Cross pendant is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is microscopically decorated with granulation work all the way around. The gorgeous and unique piece...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Two-Tone 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 7 Emeralds total weight of 0.40 Carat and 6 Diamonds brillian...
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White D...
Diamond and Multi-Colored Rainbow Sapphire Criss-Cross Band Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 5 Incredible pave diamond and "rainbow" sapphire criss-cross ring fills your finger with vibrant color and charm.
Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natasha Zinko 18K Yellow Gold “Crosses” Choker Necklace – Made in France
Located in North Miami, FL
A rare and collectible jewel from the celebrated “Crosses” collection. Details Designer: Natasha Zinko Origin: France Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstones: 36 White Diamonds, 8 Yellow Di...
Amazonite, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yello...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Sapphire Reversible 3-D Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold geometric reversible Cross pendant is beautifully handmade with microscopically decorated Byzantine-style granulation work and finished wit...
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond...
Early Victorian Diamond and Ruby Cross
Located in London, GB
This exquisite early Victorian diamond and ruby cross dates to the mid-nineteenth century.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$7,500
14k White Gold Diamond & Ruby Cross Necklace
Located in Pasadena, CA
14k White Gold Diamond & Ruby Cross Pendent. Ruby: 2.08cts Diamond: 1.33cts Total Weight: 6grams Please note: the chain is not included.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Two Splittable Nested Diamond Ruby Cross Pendant with 18K White Gold Chain
Located in Bangkok, TH
Come with a plain 18K white gold chain. 2 Splittable Stackable Nested Cross Pendants Gold: 18K White Gold, 8.668 g Ruby: 0.50 ct Diamond: 0.58 ct 18K White Gold Chain Gold 18K Whi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$4,800
Ruby Diamond Cross Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional emerald cut ruby cross with diamonds set in platinum. 1.25cts of rubies.
Diamond, Ruby
Unavailable|$4,600
Diamond and Ruby Coptic Cross
By Renato Cipullo
Located in New York, NY
This eye catching Renato Cipullo 18k yellow gold cross pendant features 69 .70ct diamonds and 4 .32ct rubies with a delicate hinge allowing the cross and loop to flex.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$665
Natural Ruby and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Natural 0.60 carat Ruby and 0.22 carat diamond pendant set in 18 Kt yellow gold. Gross Weight: 1.3 Grams Chain is not included.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$17,711
Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
An 18ct Cross with Rubies and Diamonds circa 1850 Single row of Calibré cut natural colour rubies framing a diamond set foliate central design.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$2,500
Vintage Ruby Diamond Cross Cluster Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
It's modelled in 18 karat yellow gold and set with a 1.10ct blood red ruby within a diamond-set cross motif; the contrast between the icy white diamonds and yellow gold is echoed dow...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$17,711
Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
An 18ct Cross with Rubies and Diamonds circa 1850 Single row of Calibré cut natural colour rubies framing a diamond set foliate central design.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$2,469 / item
Byzantine Cross Pendant with Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Our unique gold cross pendant blooms with a captivating flower design, where heart-shaped petals cradle a single diamond each, all centered around a radiant ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$2,256
Antique Ruby and Diamond Cross Panel Ring
Located in London, GB
The circular panel pavé-set with approximately 0.85cts of single-cut diamonds and set to the centre with a calibré-cut ruby Greek cross motif, all within a millegrain border, to a pl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,050
Luxury 18K Gold 0.80ct Ruby Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Kowloon, HK
Luxury 18K Gold 0.80ct Ruby Diamond Cross Pendant Ruby: 0.80ct Diamond: 0.25ct This 18K yellow gold cross pendant builds value through "the synergy of classic symbolism and gem cra...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$5,312
Carrè Ruby and French Cut Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
By Gorgoglione
Located in Milano, IT
Perfectly Modern Designed Carrè Ruby Cross composed of 20 Ruby for 2.90 Carat total, with a French Cut White Diamond in the centre.
White Diamond, Ruby
Unavailable|$7,995
Ruby Tourmaline Diamond Silver Gold Reversible Cross Ring
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
Depending on your mood, you can either wear this ring showcasing Rubies and 14 Karat Rose Gold or Organic Silver and Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$5,194
Busatti Cabochon Gold and Ruby Cross Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Bari, IT
Cabochon ruby and diamond pendant necklace in red 18kt gold made by Busatti Milano.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Unavailable|$5,650
Magnificent Vintage Untreated Sapphire Ruby Diamond Cross over Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Style in the 40's An exceptional high end example of the late 40's to impress and make an unique attraction either for the rare gemstones-set on it than for the stylish design when ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$26,561
14.23 Carat Emerald Crosses with Diamonds and Ruby Charms Necklace
By Gorgoglione
Located in Milano, IT
7 Emerald Crosses enriched with Diamonds, Ruby and Sapphire Charms Necklace Hand-Made in Italy .
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$3,167 / item
Ruby Byzantine Cross Pendant with Squares
Located in Athens, GR
This exquisite Byzantine cross pendant is a radiant masterpiece, where glistening squares intertwine with the fiery brilliance of radiant rubies, celebrating the artistry of ancient ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$7,500
Reversible Ruby and Paraiba Tourmaline Cross
By Zoltan David
Located in Austin, TX
Rubies and nine .01 ct. Diamonds. The other side is platinum with a .08 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, 24k ...
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.
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