Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.16 carats with Diamond 1.06 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 0.8 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 11.08 grams "We first opened doors in ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gucci 1.50ct Diamond 'Le Marché des Merveilles' Ring
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
This striking creation comes from Gucci's 'Le Marché des Merveilles' collection. Featuring a bold tigers head design, this ring is a true statement piece. The tiger head centre piece...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Platinum Marquise Ruby & Diamond Clusters Geometric Platter Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (16) Natural Genuine Ruby - Marquise Cut - Prong Set - Slightly Pink Red Color - 2.51ctw (exact) (9) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice B...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.80ct Ruby marquise diamond engagement ring in 18k yellow gold.
Located in London, GB
0.80ct Ruby marquise diamond engagement ring in 18k yellow gold. Ruby marquise natural untreated gemstone vivid colour total weight 0.30ct Diamonds G colour VS2 clarity total weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$7,196Sale Price|20% Off
0.98 Carat Light Yellow Marquise Cut Diamond Platinum Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
0.98 Carat Light Yellow Marquise Cut Diamond Platinum Ruby Engagement Ring This stunning Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Style: Engagem...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
IGI Certified 1.37 Carat Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This striking ring showcases a magnificent marquise mixed cut ruby, a gem that exudes both elegance and a touch of the dramatic. The ruby, weighing 1.37 carats, is a true statement p...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Marquise Ruby and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful dome-shaped ring features a centering marquise-shaped deep purplish-red ruby, weighing approximately 3 carats, encircled by 64 round diamonds, weighing approximately 4...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby Marquise Eye Ring with Natural Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A captivating fusion of classic and modern, this 18K gold ring features a marquise-cut natural ruby of 0.26ct, enhanced by a dazzling arrangement of 0.31ct natural diamonds. The marq...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$112Sale Price / item|50% Off
Marquise Cut Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring in 925 Silver Jewelry for Women
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Cut Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring in sterling silver featuring natural ruby of 0.7 carat and diamonds of 0.08 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$175Sale Price / item|50% Off
Marquise Cut Ruby and Halo Diamond Leaf Ring Gift for Girlfriend in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Cut Ruby and Halo Diamond Leaf Ring in sterling silver featuring natural ruby of 0.9 carat and diamonds of 0.15 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. ...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Platinum 2.41ct Marquise Ruby & Baguette Diamond Scalloped 13.9mm Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (11) Natural Genuine Rubies- Marquise Cut - Prong Set - Clean Vibrant Slightly Pinkish Red Color - 1.52ctw (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamond - Baguette Cut - Chan...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.61 Carat Marquise and 0.12 Carat Square Ruby Diamond Accents 14KWhiteGold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace.This Ring is made up of 8x4 mm Marquise-Cut Ruby (1 pcs) 0.61 carat, 2.0 mm Square-cut...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Marquise Shape Red Pink Ruby Floral Flower 14K Rose Gold Cocktail Diamonds Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
A floral symphony in gold, diamonds and rubies. This striking ring features a captivating floral design. Marquise-cut rubies form the petals, each surrounded by a delicate halo of sp...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Shape Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Ruby diamond second hand ring, its shuttle-shaped setting is adorned in the center with a probably treated marquise-cut ruby, held ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
24k Gold Ring for Woman with Bee Engravings, Marquise Cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (1.03) and Diamonds (0.18) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where empires like the...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
24k Gold Ring for Woman with Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (0.32 Carat) and Diamonds (0.12 Carat) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where emp...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
Marquise diamond and ruby platinum ring
Located in Milano, MI
Elegant vintage ring set in platinum with marquise cut diamond of 0.50 ct c.a. of good commercial white. Surrounded by calibrated cut natural rubies. Highlights: - Platinum setting ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Marquise Diamond and Ruby Convertible Ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Marquise diamond and ruby convertible ring. Set to centre with a marquise shape brilliant cut diamond, D colour, IF clarity, with a weight of 1.62 carats in an open back rubover sett...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Marquise Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in London, GB
Expertly crafted from luxurious 18 carat white gold, this cocktail ring is absolutely divine! The focal point is a cluster of 9 marquise shaped rubies, estimated to weigh approximat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 2.05 Carat Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Gold
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A beautiful ring set in 18K white gold featuring a single piece weighing a total of 2.05 carat of the lege...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Marquise and Round Cut Multi-Gemstone Wide Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 8.5 This vibrant multi-colored gemstone and diamond ring is a bold statement piece, beautifully crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The design features a collection of dazzl...
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 1...
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Halo Ring - 14k Marquise 1.00ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $40 Note: If sized up three sizes, the shank will become oval in shape. Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Informa...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Red Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.4 Grams Ring Size: 6.25 Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 1 oval red ruby Ruby Carat Weight: ~ 0.52 carats Ruby M...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Red Ruby and Diamond Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.7 Grams Ring Size: 4.5 Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 1 marquise red ruby Ruby Carat Weight: ~ 0.16 carats R...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,029Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
This Art Deco-style ring is crafted in 18K gold and features diamonds and rubies. It has a weight of 5.32 grams and is sized ES 18.5 / EU 58.5 / US 8.5 / 18.75 mm. The ring is adorne...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring - 14k Marquise .78ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 1 1/2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .69ct Cut: Marq...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Marquise Cut Ruby & Round Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Miami, FL
5.1 Grams 14K Yellow Gold 6Pcs Marquise Cut Ruby & 19Pcs Round Cut Diamond Cluster Ring Size 8. Details: Item Type: Cluster Ring Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Size: 8 (adjustable) Weight: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Ruby Ring Flower 14K White Gold Band Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ruby Ring Flower 14K White Gold Band Vintage This lovely estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White and set with sparkling natural diamonds and natural rubies....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Emerald and Diamond 18-Karat Gold Dome Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Exquisite ring with an artful design and make. It is a dome ring with a vivid red marquise cut ruby in its center, from which four lines of square emeralds radiate. The whole ring is...
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 2.24 Carat Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This exquisite ring features a captivating marquise-cut Burmese ruby, weighing 2.24 carats. The ruby's vibrant red color is a hallmark of Burmese rubies, known for their exceptional ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$5,984Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified Pigeon's Blood Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.94 carats with Diamond 0.34 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings (GIA Certified) Width: 1.7 cm Length: 2.5 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 8.50 grams "We first opened d...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$8,640Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 4.95Carat Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Discover the exquisite beauty of this IGI certified 18K white gold ring, featuring a stunning 4.95-carat marquise cut natural ruby and 1.81 carats of baguette cut natural diamonds. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Platinum and Gold 7ctw Ruby & Diamond Cluster Spray Handmade Wire Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (9) Natural Genuine Rubies - Marquise Cut - Prong Set - Rich Vivid Red Color - 2.50-3.0ctw (approx.) Magnificent rubies. (27) Natural Genuine Diamonds - 24 Round Brilli...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Granulation Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Ring handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. It is microscopically decorated all the way around with yellow gold beads and wires and is made with a unique velve...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.92ct Marquise Ruby Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
Introducing our exquisite 0.92ct Marquise Ruby Diamond Ring, a true embodiment of elegance and sophistication. This ring comes in a size 6.25 Crafted in luxurious 14k Yellow Gold,...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$620Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ruby Flower Ring with Marquise Cut Ruby Set in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Flower Ring with Marquise Cut Ruby Set in 14K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.77 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Ruby improves mental strength. Des...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.14 carats, Diamond 0.91 carats and Diamond 0.72 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 8.01 grams "We first ope...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy .76 Carat Marquise Ruby Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Bright red marquise .76 carat ruby in a bezel set solitaire 14k yellow gold engagement ring. With a current size of 6.75 and a distinctive textured finish. This ring is such an eye-c...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 6 #17427
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 6 This lovely ring features three marquis cut natural rubies (6 mm x 3 mm) and eight round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring - 14k Marquise .79ctw Five-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .63c...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$123,750Sale Price|44% Off
2.05 carat “vibrant” red, no-heat Mozambican Ruby and D IF Marquise Diamond Ring
By SONYA K.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Award-winning masterwork of rarity and refinement. This toi et moi ring from the Passion & Strength collection received dual recognition in the Evening Wear category of the 2024...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful ruby and diamond navette ring dating back to the Victorian era. The ring's face showcases a central marquise cut ruby with three old cut diamonds set above a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.5 Ct Natural Marquis Ruby & 1 Ct Dancing Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ring Size 6
Located in New York, NY
2.5 Ct Natural Marquis Ruby & 1 Ct Dancing Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ring Size 6 Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat Gold Ring, featuring a stunning 1 carat natural Marquise Ruby with ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy .33 Carat Marquise Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique diamond and ruby 14k yellow gold engagement ring. The ring begins with a .25ct diamond marquise center stone which is haloed by 14 round cut rubies. 12 round brilliant cut dia...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold 2.85ctw GIA and AGL Burma Marquise Ruby & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large and dramatic cocktail ring features a Burma originated marquise cut ruby that has a fine and truly exceptional vivid red color. It is certified by both GIA and AGL as havi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
12 Ct Natural Marquis Ruby & 0.75 Ct Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ball Ring Size 6
Located in New York, NY
12 Ct Natural Marquis Ruby & 0.75 Ct Diamond 18 Kt White Gold Ball Ring Size 6 Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat Gold Ring, featuring a stunning 12 carat natural Marquise Ruby and a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.66 Carat Marquise Ruby Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
Twelve marquise rubies are artistically crafted with brilliant cut white diamonds to form floral motifs. A delightful combination of ruby and diamond give this ring a stunning look! ...
White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Marquise Ruby Floral Cluster Ring with Diamond Accents
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Ruby & Diamonds Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Shape: Marquise Diamond and Gemstones are Natural. Not enhanced, simulated or lab-created
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Marquise 1.50ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.18ct Cut: Marquise ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,308Sale Price / item|20% Off
Unisex Designer Ruby and Diamonds Wedding Band Ring in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Designer Ruby and Diamonds Wedding Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.13 carats and diamonds of 0.56 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Mozambique Genuine Ruby Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Ring is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Ring is made up of 7x3.5 mm Marquise-Cut Ruby (1 pcs) 0.41 carat and Round-cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.86 carats with Diamond 3.08 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 3.0 cm Ring Size: 50 Total Weight: 9.91 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Bypass Ring - 10k Marquise .51ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Down 2 sizes for $30 or up 2 sizes for $35 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Genuine Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .35...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Marquise and Diamonds Paradizia Ring
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Your discerning eye has just landed on an extremely rare marquise Ruby enhanced with pave diamonds set in a double step fashion. Far from being a traditional cabochon sha...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Sophia D, 1.51 Carat Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in Platinum
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
The platinum Art Deco style ring by Sophia D features a total of 1.51 carats rubies and 4 marquise cut diamonds that weigh a total of 1.85 carats and .37 carats of small round diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Marquise Cut Rubies & Pearl Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Marquise Cut Rubies & Pearl Ring in 14K Yellow Gold, a timeless piece that combines classic charm with graceful elegance. At the heart of this exquisite ...
Pearl, Ruby, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Marquise Diamond Twist Band 14K Gold 3/4 Carats, MADE TO ORDER, LR52021
By Gabriel & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
Beautifully slender and comfortable, this low-profile ruby and diamond twist ring is perfect for any and every day wear! Wear it alone or stacked for a lovely look any time! Rubies a...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry 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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