Natural Pear Diamond Halo Ruby Bridal Necklace in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This elegant necklace features a double-drop pendant with pear-shaped natural diamonds framed by vivid natural ruby borders and round diamond halos.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Natural Ruby & Oval Diamond Stack Chain Necklace in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This oval pendant necklace showcases a brilliant natural diamond at the center, framed by a vivid halo of natural ruby stones set in 14k solid gold.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 11.90 Carat Emeralds Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Spectacular 1950's Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond cluster brooch pendant. Large 14k yellow gold brooch witch can be worn as a pendant also. The oval center emerald which has a w...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Spark GIA Certified .50 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By Spark Creations
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby Diamond gold pendant necklace. GIA certified .50cts oval red ruby center stone with a halo of 12 round cut diamonds that are framed by a flower style 18k yellow gold halo.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
GIA Certified Burma Ruby Diamond Halo 18K Two Tone Gold Necklace & Earring Set
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified oval cut Burma Ruby and Diamond halo necklace and earring set.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
AGI Certified Natural Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This Necklace made out of 18 Karat white gold . Necklace consisting of 2 Pear shape and 5 Oval shape natural Burma ruby having a total weight of 7.48 carats set with 8.4 carats of ro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$47,200Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 26.58 Carat Burma Ruby & 18.85 Carat Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Prepare to make a statement with this breathtaking IGI certified 26.58ct Ruby & 17.85ct Natural Diamonds Necklace in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified Burmese Ruby and White Diamond Necklace, 67. 14ct 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
GRS Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold 43.64 Carats of Rubies, 23.50 Carats of Diamonds A jewel of cinematic beauty and timeless grandeur, this GRS-certifie...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Paraiba, Padparad...
CERTIFIED 7.52 Carat Pear shape Burma Ruby Diamond Drop Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A classic Certified pendant necklace showcasing a pear-shaped Burma Ruby weighing 7.52 carats total.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 50.19 Ct Ruby & 3.06 Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This luxurious tennis necklace features 71 emerald cut rubies totaling 50.19 carats set in 18K solid yellow gold. Each vibrant ruby measures approximately 6 x 4 mm and is securely se...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$38,800Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5 carat Ruby Pendant Necklace with Diamonds in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
This Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace features a captivating oval-shaped red ruby, weighing 5.01 carats, sourced from Mozambique and certified by GRS (please see copy of the certifi...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 8.31 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby And Diamond Necklace In 18K WG
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond necklace showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 45 Carat Natural Burma Ruby & Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
GIA Report 2225836480 NATURAL CORUNDUM Burma ( Myanmar) Moderate residue of heat GIA Certified 45 Carat Natural Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Necklace consistin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 27.03 Carat Opal Ruby Diamond 14k Two Tone Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Opal, ruby and diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified 27.03 carat pear shape opal with a halo of 11 round diamonds and 11 round rubies.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$232,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 73 Carat Oval Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby & Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Oval Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby & Diamond Riviera Necklace – 38.8 Carats Rubies, 35 Carats Diamonds A magnificent Riviera necklace crafted in solid 18K yellow gold (92 grams), measurin...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 10.98 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Pendant
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES. Make a statement by wearing this stunning pear shape, 10.98 carat natural Mozambique Ruby pendant, surrounded by 1.45 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 9.50 Carat Ruby 2.70 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This captivating pendant includes a vibrant allure of the brilliant red ruby , enhanced by the radiant sparkly of diamonds. Immerse yourself in the luxurious beauty of this mesmeriz...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$52,500Sale Price|30% Off
Certified Jade, Ruby, Diamond & Enameled Dragonfly Pendant / Brooch. Exquisite!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. This st...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
14K Gold Multicolor Sapphire Ruby and Diamond Pendant Certified #23709
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Multicolor Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Pendant- This 14k yellow gold geometric design pendant features 17 square cut multicolor sapphires and three square rubies chan...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.14 Carat Unheated Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine gem quality unheated ruby takes center stage! Graded by the GIA as natural with no treatments, this 4.14 ruby is exceptional. Rubies over 3 carats are scarce, especially unhea...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 27.33 Ct Burma Rubies 8.31 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite necklace in Art Deco design , chic and elegant , a very piece of art. Necklace come in 18k gold with 7 pieces of Burma rubies in oval cabochon cut ,fine quality, of 27,3...
18k Gold
Platinum Certified 3.85 Carat Natural Diamond & Pink Sapphire Thai Ruby Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent Platinum Certified 3.85 Carat Natural Diamond & Pink Sapphire Thai Ruby Pendant. The certified centerstone is a 3.25 carat Cushion Shape Natural (Untreated) Pink Sapph...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1.03 Carat N0-Heat Ruby Diamond Drop Platinum Pendant, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A natural and un-heated pear-shape ruby certified by the GIA. It weighs 1.03 carats and has a bright intense red color and is free of inclusions allowing the stone to shine. It is co...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified Burma Unheated Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
1.01Ct Burma Unheated Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18k solid gold *Note: The gemstone has a surface-reaching inclusion that is not visible to the naked eye. Features: Main Gemston...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 40.00 Ct Burma Ruby Zambian Emerald Tanzanite Diamond Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
I really adore this new pendant. Big gems are always eye-catching! Their vibrant colors are often associated with love and compassion, making them a popular choice for jewelry. The c...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite
AIG Certified 40.00 Ct Burma Ruby Zambian Emerald Tanzanite Diamond Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
I really adore this new pendant. Big gems are always eye-catching! Their vibrant colors are often associated with love and compassion, making them a popular choice for jewelry. The c...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite
18KT White Gold IGI Certified Ruby and Diamond Pendant with Chain
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pendant features a 1.25 carat oval cut genuine ruby, beautifully set in 18KT white gold. The vibrant ruby is surrounded by 0.88 carats of round cut diamonds, with G-H c...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$59,600Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Heart-Cut NO HEAT Ruby and Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Romantic and refined ring centered by a GIA-certified natural ruby cut suggests a heart shape, weighing 2.36 carats, with a rich red color and excellent transparency. According to th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified 40 Ct Ruby 8.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A piece of Art . A perfect addition to your jewelry collection. This breathtaking piece is crafted with exquisite attention to detail, ensuring that it capture everyone's attention. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Pendant GRS Certified 10 ct. Ruby & Diamonds, Estate
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18kt Yellow Gold pendant Set with GRS Certified 10 ct. Ruby and Diamonds , Estate His Majesty the Sultan of Oman Qaboos Bin Said Ruby: Red Oval shape, Brilliant cut Siam Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Burma Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl , Ruby and Diamonds Pendant. Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of charm and class on your look. Magnificent pendant come in 18k gold with ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
$8,640Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 5.17 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
A Dazzling Display of Ruby Elegance This exquisite pendant features a stunning 5.17-carat oval-shaped ruby, set in a classic four-prong setting. The ruby's intense purplish-red color...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 15.03 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
A Dazzling Display of Ruby Elegance This exquisite pendant features a stunning 15.03-carat mixed-cut ruby, a rare and highly sought-after gemstone. The ruby is set in a classic 3-pro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,400Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 11.03 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Prepare to be captivated by the allure of this IGI Certified 11.03 Carat natural Ruby pendant, showcasing a captivating intense purplish-red color in a captivating oval shape. Set ag...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 4.10 Ct Burma Ruby 4.80 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Burma Ruby and Diamonds pendant. Crafted with meticulous attention on details and with extremely care on manufacture. The contemporary design captivating , attracts atte...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds Siam Ruby 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl, Siam Ruby and Diamonds pendant, so chic and refined design. Adorn your self and adds a touch of class and charm on your look. Stunning pendant come in 1...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 15.80 Carats Burma Ruby 2.80 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite pendant in classic design, so original and sophisticated style, a very impressive piece of art . Pendant come in 18K gold with a central natural Burma Ruby , fine quali...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co Certified Jade, Burma Rubies & Diamond Brooch Pendant. 1950's
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. This b...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$54,800Sale Price|20% Off
GRS & GIA Certified 2 Ct Vivid Red Unheated Ruby Heart Bezel Set Necklace in 18K
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and refined necklace showcasing a 2.01 carat natural ruby, exquisitely cut in a romantic heart shape and set in a smooth bezel mounting crafted in 18K yellow gold. The cle...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Pear Shaped Bezel Set Burmese Ruby Diamond Pendant
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified 2.00 Carat Pear Shaped Bezel Set Burmese Ruby Diamond Pendant The ruby, a heart-centered gemstone that symbolizes love and vitality, positivity and prosperity. Forty...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG certified 2.20 Ct Diamonds 1.45 Ct Burma Rubies 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive pendant, in flower design, so elegant and refined design, a very stunning piece. Adorn your neck and adds a touch of class and charme on your look. Magnificent pendant c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Leon Mege Scalloped diamonds halo pendant with certified oval ruby in platinum
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
A luminous natural ruby certified by AGL weighing 1.04 carats takes center stage in this exquisite diamond cluster pendant, its intensely saturated crimson hue radiating the coveted ...
Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 105 Ct Natural Oval Turquoise, Ruby & Diamond Pendant, Sleeping B
Located in New York, NY
GIA Report 6223835231 Natural Turquoise Vintage Huge 105 Ct Natural Oval Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, Ruby & Diamond Pendant white shiny dots in the picture is just the reflection from...
Turquoise, Diamond, Ruby, Gold
IGI Certified 6.10 Carat Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Indulge in the vibrant elegance of this exquisite pendant, showcasing a magnificent 6.10 carat natural ruby. The classic oval cut beautifully displays the gem's rich and captivating ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 10.30 Carat Red Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K Black Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Collectible unique black gold ruby pendent. The ruby weighs an impressive 10.30carat and has a beautiful oval shape along with an deep purlish-red color that makes it so special. It ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
GRS Certified 2.03 Carat No Heat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A 2.03 carat No Heat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Pendant in Platinum. Diamond Weight: 0.45 carats. With Chain, Total 6.70 grams. GRS Certificate Available.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
IGI Certified Pendant with Burma Ruby and Diamonds in 18 karat Yellow Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Encircling the ruby is a premium halo of 14 natural diamonds totaling 1 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 2.00 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Discover the allure of this magnificent 18K White Gold Pendant, officially certified by the International Gemological Institute. This pendant, weighing 2.25 grams in total, showcases...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 13.74 Carat Opal Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Opal, diamond and ruby pendant necklace. GIA certified 13.74cts square opal with a halo of 19 round diamonds and 19 round rubies set in 18k yellow gold. 18 inch chain.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 1.89 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Presenting an exquisite 18K White Gold Pendant, a breathtaking piece certified by the International Gemological Institute. This luxurious pendant, weighing a total of 2.17 grams, fea...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.12 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby Diamond Pendant 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond pendant by Rewa Jewels. The centre ruby is a 2.12 carat ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as Burmese, No Heat, and of 'Pigeon Blood' status. ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$10,400Sale Price|20% Off
AIG Certified 7.62 Carat Unheat Burma Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Surrounding the ruby is a halo of sparkling diamonds, adding a touch of elegance and enhancing the overall brilliance of the pendant.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$52,002Sale Price|25% Off
AIG Certified 47.00 Ct Burmese Ruby 8.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A piece of Art . A perfect addition to your jewelry collection. This breathtaking piece is crafted with exquisite attention to detail, ensuring that it capture everyone's attention. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage GIA Certified 5 Carat Heart Blue Sapphire, Diamond & Pearl Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage GIA Certified Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Pendant Necklace.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 1.20 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Discover the captivating charm of this elegant pendant, showcasing a beautiful 1.20 carat natural ruby from the esteemed mines of Burma (Myanmar). The unique square cushion rose cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 8.88 Carat Unheated Red Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Collectible unheated ruby pendent. The ruby weighs an impressive 8.88 carat and has a beautiful oval shape along with an deep purlish-red color that makes it so special. It is comple...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,100Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Multi Gemstone Wedding Necklace with Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi Gemstone Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut emerald , ruby , sapphire pieces and diamonds. Accessorize your look with this elegant multi gemstone beaded necklace. This...
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow ...
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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.