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18k Gold 0.13 carat Diamond Cross bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire
18k Gold 0.13 carat Diamond Cross bracelet with Ruby Emerald Sapphire

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.

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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct White Gold & Platinum, 1930s French, Diamond and Ruby Cross Cocktail Ring
18ct White Gold & Platinum, 1930s French, Diamond and Ruby Cross Cocktail Ring

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...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .83 Carat TW Rose Gold Cross Pendant
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .83 Carat TW Rose Gold Cross Pendant

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Genuine 1.10 CT Round Ruby Cross Pendant with Diamonds in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
Genuine 1.10 CT Round Ruby Cross Pendant with Diamonds in 18k Solid 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.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sybarite Sceptre Drop Cross Earrings in Blackened Gold with Rubies
Sybarite Sceptre Drop Cross Earrings in Blackened Gold with Rubies

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k ...

Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant

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. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant

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. ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Briolette Amethyst and Ruby Cross Drop Earrings
14 Karat White Gold Briolette Amethyst and Ruby Cross Drop Earrings

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Angara Natural Three-Stone Pear Ruby Criss-Cross Ring in 14K Solid Gold
Angara Natural Three-Stone Pear Ruby Criss-Cross Ring in 14K Solid 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.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Reversible 3-D Cross
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Reversible 3-D Cross

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yel...

Cross pendant necklace
Cross pendant necklace

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...

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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cross Brooch Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
Diamond Cross Brooch Necklace Design by Ella Gafter

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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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
3 Carat Ruby 18 Karat Rose Gold Cross Over Ring 13 Grams Size 8

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 ...

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Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Gold Sword Cross Pendant with White & Black Diamonds
18 Karat Gold Sword Cross Pendant with White & Black Diamonds

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. ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross and Chain Necklace
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross and Chain Necklace

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Necklace with Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Necklace with Chain

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Necklace with Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Necklace with Chain

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Square Cross with Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Square Cross with Chain

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald and Sapphire Cross
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald and Sapphire Cross

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 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Diamond,...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Byzantine Style Cross Necklace
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Byzantine Style Cross Necklace

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Geometric Cross
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Geometric Cross

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Diamond, Yellow D...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

14K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Crossover Triangle Pendant Necklace
14K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Crossover Triangle Pendant Necklace

14K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Crossover Triangle Pendant Necklace

Located in Boca Raton, FL

14K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Crossover Pendant Necklace Style: Ruby and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Material: 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Details: Cross-over pendant fe...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Long Cross Pendant with Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Long Cross Pendant with Chain

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 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Square Small Cross and Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Square Small Cross and Chain

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Bro...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Greek Key Cross with Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Greek Key Cross with Chain

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Two-Tone Cross
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Two-Tone Cross

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White D...

Diamond and Multi-Colored Rainbow Sapphire Criss-Cross Band Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Diamond and Multi-Colored Rainbow Sapphire Criss-Cross Band Ring 18K Yellow Gold

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.

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Sapphire Reversible 3-D Cross
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Sapphire Reversible 3-D Cross

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond...

Diamond and Ruby Cross-Over Ring
Diamond and Ruby Cross-Over Ring

Diamond and Ruby Cross-Over Ring

Located in London, GB

A diamond and ruby cross-over ring, the old brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0.56 carats, the round faceted ruby weighing 0.78 carats, accompanied by Gem and Pearl Laboratory report st...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Early Victorian Diamond and Ruby Cross
Early Victorian Diamond and Ruby Cross

Early Victorian Diamond and Ruby Cross

Located in London, GB

This exquisite early Victorian diamond and ruby cross dates to the mid-nineteenth century.

Category

Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Diamond Ruby Cross For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the diamond ruby cross you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 65 vintage editions and 110 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a diamond ruby cross from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic diamond ruby cross over the years, but those made by Georgios Collections Inc, LB Exclusive and David Webb are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. When shopping for a diamond ruby cross, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Diamond Ruby Cross?

On average, a diamond ruby cross at 1stDibs sells for $2,853, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $138,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

The Legacy of Ruby in Jewelry Design

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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