GRS Certified 1.46 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine modern ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold by Rewa.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Chandelier Earrings with 12ct Rubies & 6.5ct Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Perfectly suited for the discerning individual who seeks a blend of everyday wear and timeless beauty, each piece is a testament to the art of fine craftsmanship. The meticulous desi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearls Diamonds Rubies 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of charm and sophistication on your look. Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with a lustrous South Sea Pearls of 12mm, fine quality an...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearls Rubies Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of sophistication and charm on your look. Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of lustrous South Sea Pearls of 11mm, in pe...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby 12.20 Carat Diamond Pendant Earrings in 18K Rose Gold
By Marina Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Ruby 12.20 Carat Diamond Pendant Earrings in 18K Rose Gold These exquisite pendant earrings showcase a total of 12.20 carats of natural rubies, glowing with vivid red brilliance, pa...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$11,800Sale Price|20% Off
18K Gold Sapphire Ruby Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Earrings
Located in Great Neck, NY
Their crisp white sparkle brings a dynamic interplay of light against the saturated primary colors of the sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. Weighing a substantial 22 grams, these ear...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow G...
$1,879Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Ruby Stud Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold 2.41 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Untreated Finely Faceted Quality Ruby and diamond Stud Earrings set in 14k Yellow Gold 2.41 TCW Certified $5,950 018661 This fine piece of jewelry is designed by Enrico Kass...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.10ct Ruby and 1.49ct Diamond 18k White Gold Floral Cluster Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of 1.10 carat ruby and 1.49 carat diamond, 18k white gold and 18k rose gold cluster earrings; part of our gemstone earrings collection.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 4.10 Carats Natural Burmese Ruby Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
We specialize in Colored Stone Jewelry and offer a wide range of products including rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Eme...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.46 Carats Natural Burmese Rubies and Diamonds Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
We specialize in Colored Stone Jewelry and offer a wide range of products including rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Eme...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.88 Carats Natural Untreated Rubies and Diamonds Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
We specialize in Colored Stone Jewelry and offer a wide range of products including rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Eme...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Graff 18K White Gold Diamond & Ruby Chandelier Earrings – 10.07 CTW Diamonds, 8.
By Graff
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
An exceptional pair of Graff chandelier earrings crafted in 18k white gold, featuring an extraordinary combination of fine diamonds and vivid rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Certified 5.00 Ct Rubies 3.00 Ct Natural Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Wearing red Burma Rubies and Diamonds earrings , can make a person feel confident , elegant and stylish.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 4.43 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fine Quality Edwardian Tribute Earrings with Diamonds and Red Spinel Tassels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Borrowing from Edwardian design, these 18K white gold earrings feature beautiful open work against a background of diamonds. Hanging from each earring are seven strands of spinel bea...
Diamond, Ruby, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Gold Ruby, Diamond, and Pearl Drop Earrings - Fei Liu
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, .
- Metal: 14ct gold - Rubies: 0.43ct - Diamonds: 0.12ct - Pearl: 13 x 12mm - HxW: 26 x 12mm - Weight / earring: 3.9g Fei Liu Fine Jewellery is an independent jewellery designer bra...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral Ruby and Diamond Earrings Studs in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine modern ruby and diamond floral earrings made in 18 Karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.60 Carat Ruby 2.00 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings Circa 2000
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of 3.60 carat ruby and 2.00 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold earrings; part of our ruby jewelry collection.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
AIG Certified 68.50 Ct Emeralds Rubies Tanzanites Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Earrings come in 18K with 2 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds , in perfect oval /cabochon cut of 22,00 carats, fine quality, stunning color , 2 pieces of Natural Tanzanites , in i...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 68.50 Ct Emeralds Rubies Tanzanites Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Earrings come in 18K with 2 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds , in perfect oval /cabochon cut of 22,00 carats, fine quality, stunning color , 2 pieces of Natural Tanzanites , in i...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 10.00 Carat Burma Rubies 3.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent earrings come in 18k gold with 12 pieces of lustrous Burma Rubies of 10,00 carats, fine quality and grade, spectacular vibrant color, in perfect cut, and Natural Diamonds...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 31.00 Ct Burma Rubies 9.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent pair of earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Burma Rubies , in perfect oval cabochon cut, vibrant color, of 31 carats, fine quality . and 78 pieces of Natur...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 31.00 Ct Burma Rubies 9.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent pair of earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Burma Rubies , in perfect oval cabochon cut, vibrant color, of 31 carats, fine quality . and 78 pieces of Natur...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond Earrings and Ring Set 18 Karat White Gold Parure
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent matching set of fine red Ruby and Diamond Earrings and Ring in 18 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.04 Carats Vivid-Red, Burmese Rubies Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
We specialize in Colored Stone Jewelry and offer a wide range of products including rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Eme...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
AIG Certified 11.00 Carats Siam Rubies 3.90 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent earrings comein 18k gold with 14 pieces of lustrous Natural Siam Rubies of 11,00 carats, in perfect oval cut, spectacular vibrant color, extra fine quality and grade, an...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 9.50 Ct Burma Rubies 3.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your look and adds a touch of color on your outfit. Gorgeous earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Burma Rubies, fine quality and grade, spectacular vibrant colo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 19.00 Carats Burma Rubies 6.40 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Earrings come in 18k gold with 4 pieces of Natural Burma Rubies, fine quality, in perfect cabochon cut ,of 19,00 carats and round brilliant cut diamonds of 6,41 carats, F/VS.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 5.20 Carat Burma Rubies 1.70 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Burma Rubies , in perfect heart/cabochon cut , of 5,20 carats, fine quality and grade, and 116 pieces of Natural Diamonds in round...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 7.50 Natural Burma Rubies 3.60 Natural Diamonds 18k Gold Earring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Gorgeous earring come in 18k gold with 2 pair of Natural Burma Rubies, extra fine quality, in perfect oval/cabochon cut, spectacular red, of 7,50 carats, and 182 pieces of Natural Di...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.6Ct Natural Marquise Ruby& .80 Ct Diamond Clip on Earring 18 KYG
Located in New York, NY
1.6Ct Natural Marquise Ruby& .80 Ct Diamond Clip on Earring 18 KYG This exquisite pair of earrings are beautifully crafted in 18 Karat Yellow gold Weight of 18 Karat gold is 10 Gr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 5.80 Ct Burma Rubies 3.60 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Mined exclusively from the legendary mines of Burma , each stone carriers a sense of mystique and rarity. Stunning pair of earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Burma Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 11.08 Carats Burma Rubies 7.83 Carats Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Earrings come in 18k gold with 8 pieces of natural Burma Rubies in perfect oval cut, extra fine quality, spectacular color , of 11,08 carats, and natural diamonds in special cut o...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 8.40 Carats Burma Rubies 3.90 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Introducing this breathtaking Rubies and Diamonds earrings, adorned with lustrous Burma Rubies and dazzling Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 13.00 Carats Burma Rubies 3.50 Carats Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exculsive Art Deco design , so exquisite , elegant , very glamour collection for sophisticate ladies. Earrings come in 18k gold with 4 pieces of Natural Burma Rubies of 13 carat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.40 Carat Natural Untreated Ruby and Diamond Pierced Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
We specialize in Colored Stone Jewelry and offer a wide range of products including rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Eme...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.73 Carat Natural Untreated Ruby and Diamond Pierced Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
We specialize in Colored Stone Jewelry and offer a wide range of products including rings, pendants, bracelets and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Eme...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
5.10 Carat Mozambique Ruby 5.38 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
These stunning, fine and impressive vintage ruby earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
AIG Certified 11.00 Carat Burma Rubies 3.60 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Gorgeous earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Burma Rubies, extra fine quality, spectacular color, in perfect oval/cabochon cut , of 11,00 carat, and 174 pieces of Natu...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 10.90 Cts Burma Rubies 4.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Add a touch of class and charme on your look. Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with 4 pieces of Natural Burma Rubies , in perfect heart cut , spectacular vibrant color , extra fine...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Gubelin Certified 26.20 Carat Burmese Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 5.30 Cts Burma Rubies 1.40 Cts Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Adds a touch of class and sophistication on your look. Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Burma Rubies , in perfect oval cabochon cut, in vibrant red color, ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vinatge 2000s 2.45ct Ruby and Diamond White Gold and Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
These fine and impressive ruby earrings have been crafted in 18k white gold with a 18k yellow gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 18.36 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy .58 Carat Ruby Diamond Halo White Gold Stud Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Fine bright red ruby and diamond earrings. 2 bright red round rubies mounted in three prong 18k white gold settings with a halo of full cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold Flower Earrings with Indian Jasper, Ruby & Yellow Sapphire - Fei Liu
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, .
- Metal: 14ct gold - Jaspers: 17ct, Indian - Rubies: 0.64ct - Sapphires: 1.02ct, yellow - Diameter: 23mm - Weight per earring: 3g - Earring Fittings: 10ct gold butterflies Fei Liu...
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Jasper, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 1.9 Carat Ruby and 2.2 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
These fine and impressive vintage ruby earrings have been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold fastenings.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3.14 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon's Blood Red Ruby Diamond Earrings
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Exuding timeless elegance and gemological excellence, these GIA-certified ruby and diamond drop earrings feature a total of 3.14 carats of vivid, unheated Burmese pigeon’s blood rubi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.57 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold by Rewa.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.26 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 5.00 Cts Natural Burma Rubies 3.70 Cts Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Add a touch of glamour and class on your look. Magnificent earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Natural Burma Rubies, in perfect oval cabochon cut , of 5,00 carats, fine qualit...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.6 Ct Natural Marquise Ruby & 1.5 Ct Diamond Clip on Earring 18 KYG
Located in New York, NY
1.6 Ct Natural Marquise Ruby & 1.5 Ct Diamond Clip on Earring 18 KYG This exquisite pair of earrings are beautifully crafted in 18 Karat Yellow gold Weight of 18 Karat gold is 10.8 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
3 Ct Natural Marquise Ruby & 0.70 Ct Diamond Clip on Earring 18 KYG
Located in New York, NY
3 Ct Natural Marquise Ruby & 0.70 Ct Diamond Clip on Earring 18 KYG This exquisite pair of earrings are beautifully crafted in 18 Karat Yellow gold Weight of 18 Karat gold is 14.0 G...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 15.51 Ct of Burma Rubies 4.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Earrings come in 18k gold with 2 natural Burma rubies in perfect oval cut of 15,51 carats, fine quality, spectacular color, and natural diamonds in round and baguettes cut of 4,90 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sunita Nahata Ruby 129.65ct. Dangle Earrings in 14Karat Rose Gold with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An exclusive collection of designer and unique dangle earrings by Sunita Nahata Fine Design. Ruby Dangle Earring in 14 Karat Rose Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
AGL Certified 2.52 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 3.17 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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