Rudolf Trudel 18 Carat Gold Ring with Ruby and Diamonds
By Trudel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A small 18 carat gold ring set with a facetted oval natural ruby (app. 1.27 carat, unheated Burma) surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds set in white gold (app. 0.22 carat), signed: T...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Gorgeous ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with rubies and sapphires surrounded by diamonds and,between of them, leaves in rose gold. This ring was totally handmade by Itali...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage ruby sapphire 18k yellow gold architectural hammered ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking vintage ruby and sapphire ring is a bold 1970’s design, full of texture, color, and sculptural presence.
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VINTAGE 18k Yellow Gold, Wood, Diamond & Ruby Cocktail Ring Vintage 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1970s 18k Yellow Gold, Diamond, Wood & Ruby Cocktail Ring Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer cocktail ring. Truly a great piece...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold vintage ring centered around an impressive oval cabochon ruby weighing approximately 14.36 carats. The ruby displays a vivid pinkish-red hue with rich internal character, enha...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Burmese ruby Trombino ring, circa 1980.
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari Burmese ruby Trombino ring. Set to centre with one oval mixed cut natural no heat Burmese ruby in an open back claw setting with a weight of 1.88 carats, flanked to either si...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Solitaire Ring with Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful 3-stone ring . 1.20 ct oval ruby. 4 diamonds, approximately 0.10carats each, G color, Vs clarity. Finger size 6.5 US (can be made any size).
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Snake Ring with Ruby and Sapphire - VHK#640c
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Snake Ring with Ruby and Sapphire - VHK#640c Year: 1970s Item Details: Ring Size: 7 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18k yellow gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] We...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Ruby and White Diamonds - Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: A beautifully crafted 18 karat yellow gold ring featuring a captivating ruby and dazzling white diamonds. This elegant piece showcases a harmonious blend of vibrant colo...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Ruby and White Diamonds - Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: A stunning 18 karat yellow gold ring featuring a vivid ruby and sparkling white diamonds. This exquisite piece combines the warmth of yellow gold with the vibrant red of...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl, Sapphires, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, 14 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic retrò ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a yellow pearl surrounded by a frame of diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires. This ring was totally hanmdade by It...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A dramatic and sculptural vintage statement ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, centering a vivid oval-cut ruby weighing approximately 1.89 carats. The ruby’s intense crimson hue is acc...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.70tcw Ruby & Diamond Floral Ring 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A charming vintage ruby and diamond floral ring crafted in solid 14K white gold. The center ruby displays a vivid deep red hue, weighing approx. 0.55ct (4.25 × 5.42 × 2.33mm), beauti...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage cocktail ring crafted in 14K yellow gold, featuring a vivid oval-cut ruby weighing approximately 4.27 carats. The ruby is framed by an elaborate double halo of 59 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Band Ring in Diamonds Yellow Gold, Drop Cut Rubies and Emeralds
Located in Palermo, IT
18 kt yellow gold band ring with diamonds and precious stones. Diamonds total 2,15 ct drop cut rubies 0,96 ct and emeralds 0,35 ct italian size 19
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 0.50 Carat Cabochon Ruby and 0.69 Carat Diamonds Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14K yellow gold with a Cabochon Ruby weighing approximately 0.50 carat, accented by six Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.60 carat. C...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Italy, 1970s
Located in Marcianise, IT
Elegant and full of vintage charm, this ring is a true piece of fine artisanal jewelry. Crafted in 14-karat yellow gold with a top setting in 800 silver, it features a refined combin...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Ring with Diamonds, 1970s
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and regal statement piece, this vintage ring showcases a magnificent oval-cut ruby weighing approximately 14.46 carats, set in a rich 14K yellow gold bezel. The ruby’s deep, v...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Cat's Eye Moon Stone and Ruby Halo Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Cat's Eye Moon Stone and Ruby Halo Ring. This beautiful vintage estate cat's eye moonstone and ruby halo ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold. ...
Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies, Emeralds, Stones, Pearls, Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Beautiful retrò ring in 9 karat rose gold and silver structure mounted with flower shape white stone in the central part, surrounded by flowers shape stones, emeralds, rubies,sapphir...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Ruby Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Design Cluster with Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ruby Ring circa 1970's Flower Design Cluster Center Stone round shape 5.0 mm Ruby Gemstone (approx 0.60ct) Total Ruby with the small stones all approx 1.60 carat All stones ...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Citrine 14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald And Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
The Scala Gioielli & Figli is pleased to announce to all its customers who purchase outside the European Community an additional 10% discount from the list price on all its items. Th...
Citrine, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby 2.00 Carat and Diamond Ballerina Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
An impressive ballerina cocktail ring crafted in solid 18-karat yellow gold, featuring a richly colored natural ruby weighing approximately 2.00 carats. The cushion-shaped ruby is se...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 3.00 carat Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with an AGL Certified Oval cut Ruby weighing approximately 3.00 carats, and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 2.50 carats. Cir...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.30 Carat Ruby and Diamonds Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.30 Carat Ruby and Diamonds Ring. The ring features baguette cut Ruby gemstones along with round brilliant cut diamonds for a total carat weight of 1.30 approx by formula. T...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and Opal 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The mix of rubies and opals makes the perfect pretty and feminine colour way. The rubies measure 4pts each. Ring Size: L 1/2 or 6 Cluster Diameter: 9mm Height Off Finger: 5mm Wei...
Opal, Ruby, Gold
White Pearl, Green Agate, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing ring in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central pearl surrounded by diamonds, rubies, emeralds and sapphires. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsm...
Agate, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Baguette Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, centered with an oval ruby weighing approximately 1.27 carats. The ruby displays a rich red hue and is secured in a classic p...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.18 Carat Ruby and 1.38 Carat Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.18 carat ruby and 1.38 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cluster ring; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections This stu...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.35ct Pink Ruby Cluster Flower-Shaped Cupola Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, c1970's.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Of stunning floral motif, this cluster ring is exquisitely crafted in yellow gold decorated with a cluster of gemstones, forming a cupola Featuring a cluster of 16 Natural Rubies...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1970s Oval Thai Ruby and 1.56ct Diamond 18k White Gold Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.13 carat Thai ruby and 1.56 carat diamond, 18k white gold cluster ring; part of our ruby jewellery collection.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Yellow Topaz, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Retrò Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic restrò ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a central topaz and laterally two gold flowers studded with rubies,sapphires and diamonds. All around,leaves studded ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Gorgeous retrò ring in 14 karat rose gold structure mounted qith a gold flower in the central part studded with an emerald surrounded by diamonds. Around, leaves of sapphires and tw...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Swiss Modern Ruby Band Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, Swiss. This Swiss Modern ruby band is brilliant everyday chic. Stylish and versatile, it is fabulous on its own or perfect mixed with other bands. Set with 1.0ctt...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,465Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 18K Gold Multi-Gemstone Flower Cluster Ring, Natural Ruby, Emerald
Located in Marcianise, IT
A magnificent and highly vibrant vintage multi-gemstone statement cluster ring, masterfully crafted in solid 18-karat yellow gold. This fine estate piece beautifully evokes the roma...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 2.50 Carat Ocal Cut Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold with an Oval cut center Ruby weighing approximately 2.50 carats, accented by Baguette cut and Cabochon Rubies weighing a total of approxim...
Ruby, 18k Gold
1.12 Carat Ruby and 1.33 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.12 carat ruby and 1.33 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cocktail engagement ring; part of our varied range of vintage ruby rings.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Bulgari Burmese Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring.
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari Burmese ruby and diamond ring. A natural unenhanced oval old cut Burmese ruby is set horizontally to centre in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 2.80...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1978 0.40ct Ruby & 0.60ct Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18k Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.40 carat natural ruby and 0.60 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewe...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k rose gold and black enamel ring with an approximately 3 carat natural ruby
Located in London, GB
This is a bold ring from 1970s made of 14k rose gold. The ring is adorned with black enamel. A pear shaped natural ruby which weighs approximately 3 carats is in stark contrast with ...
Ruby, Rose Gold, Enamel
Aquamarine Sapphires Rubies Emeralds Diamonds Rose Gold and Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver, (length 3.1 cm x 2.7 cm width), studded with 0.50 ct of diamonds, 1.92 ct of sapphires, rubies, emeralds and 3.30 g of milk aquamarine. ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold
Vintage Ruby and Opal 9 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The mix of rubies and opals makes the perfect pretty and feminine colour way. The rubies measure 5pts each. hallmarked London 1979. Ring Size: R or 8 3/4 Cluster Diameter: 14mm He...
Opal, Ruby, Gold
GIA No-Heat 10ct Cabochon Ruby and 3.45ct Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring, Circa 19
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 10-carat oval cabochon ruby commands the center, its domed surface catching light as a soft glow rather than a sharp sparkle; the natural result of a translucent stone cut without ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are three Diamonds and two Rubies. The three diamonds total 60pts and the rubies total 50pts. The stones are set in simple claw settings and sit qui...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Vintage Engagement Ring: Untreated Burmese Ruby, Diamonds, White Gold, c. 1975
Located in Berlin, DE
Rose Red Vintage Cluster Ring With Untreated Burmese Ruby & Diamonds in White Gold, c. 1975 A natural ruby of fantastic colour, sparkling with wonderful purplish-red reflections...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.36 Carat Ruby and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Ruby & Diamond Band Ring The ruby stones are channel set and give it a very luxurious look. Diamonds total carat approx weight 0.36 Ruby total carat approx weight 1.00 Size 6...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Five Stone Burma Ruby Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-20th century five stone Burma ruby ring, with graduated round cut ruby, approximately 1.3cts in all, claw set in 18kt yellow gold. Size: 7 1/4 Weight: 5.88gr.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Rubies, Oval Emeralds, Navette Blue Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Unique fashion design cluster ring realized in 18K white gold mounted with 7.12 ct of different size ovalshape rubies, oval shape emeralds and navette cut blue sapphires. The ring is...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s Cabochon Ruby & Sapphire Diamond Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow and white gold with a Cabochon Ruby weighing approximately 4.00 carats and a Cabochon Sapphire weighing approximately 4.00 carats, surrounded by approxim...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
English Vintage 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Snake Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking vintage ring is crafted in rich 18k yellow gold and designed in an elegant three snake motif, with each serpent forming a graceful, sculptural coil across the finger. T...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,998Sale Price|20% Off
CRIERI Classic Eternity Ring Band In 18Kt Black Gold With 1.47 Cwt Red Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
An eternity ring with Vivid red rubies designed by Crieri. This is a classic full-set eternity band created in Milano, Italy by the jewelry house of Crieri. The ring has been carefu...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium
Vintage 18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Baguette Cocktail Ring, Circa 1980
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A dramatic vintage ruby and diamond cocktail ring crafted in 18K white gold, centered by an impressive oval faceted ruby displaying a rich pinkish-red hue. The substantial center sto...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby and Pearl Harem Ring - Size 7 1/2
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby and Pearl Harem Ring - Size 7 1/2. This gorgeous Vintage estate diamond, ruby and pearl harem ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.30Ct Ruby and 0.39Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.30 carat ruby and 0.39 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our vintage ruby jewellery collections. Th...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,438Sale Price|20% Off
ETERNITY Ring In 18Kt White Gold With 1.10 Ctw In Vivid Red Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
An eternity ring band with Natural Rubies. This is a beautiful eternity ring carefully crafted in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish and embellished around with...
Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
1970s Custom-Made Diamond Ruby White Gold Floral Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant estate ring features a floral cluster of 20 marquise-cut faceted 2.0mm rubies and 11 square-cut diamonds beautifully prong-set into 18k white gold. Measurements: 0.98" (...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Signed DRA Vintage 14K Gold Pearl, Ruby & Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A signed DRA vintage 14K gold floral cocktail ring centered with a luminous 6.55mm cultured pearl, displaying soft iridescence and elegant luster. Surrounding the pearl is a refined ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Bold 1970s 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamonds, 1.15ct
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage cocktail ring crafted in richly textured 14K yellow gold, centered with a vivid 1.15-carat round-cut ruby in a secure bezel setting. Surrounding the ruby are 28 ro...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 9 grams. Tot...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Rubyes Sapphires Emeralds Diamonds Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing ring in 14 kt rose gold, it is a rose 4 cm long, 3.3 cm wide, with petals all enriched with sapphires, rubies and emeralds from ct 19.18 and a frame of 0.77 ct diamonds. Tota...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k 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.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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