9.3 Gram Ring Natural Unheated Tween Ruby Emerald Carving Topaz Platinum Gold
Located in bangkok, TH
E050 9.3Gram Ring Natural Unheated Tween Ruby Emerald Carving Topaz Platinum Gold 1-Main stone : 0.39ct Natural Ruby no heat red color 0.25ct Natural green Emerald 2-Surrounding...
Emerald, Ruby, Topaz
Ruby Regalia - Natural Burmese Ruby set with Rosecut Diamonds in Designer Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings command presence. Ruby Regalia stands as a jewel of royal grandeur. At its center burns a magnificent 6.23‑carat Burmese ruby, GRS‑certified — an oval gem glowing with de...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Handmade Natural Ruby & Diamond Halo Statement Ring, 1.52ct in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This halo statement ring showcases a vibrant 1.52 carat natural ruby, set in 14K Yellow Gold.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 4.10 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 4.10 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 18K Gold This extraordinary statement ring showcases the timeless elegance of a 3.60 carat natural ruby surrounded b...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
0.68tcw 14K Natural Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Band Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a romantic ruby and diamond ring. Created in solid 14 karat gold, this ring showcases numerous princess cut ruby's in a channel setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Natural Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Estate Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Estate Ring in 18k White Gold Estate Turquoise, Diamond and Ruby Ring features a GIA certified Natural Oval Cabochon Turquoise set horizonta...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,462Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 18K Gold Multi-Gemstone Flower Cluster Ring, Natural Ruby, Emerald
Located in Marcianise, IT
📊 Item Details (Technical Specifications) Period: 20th Century / Vintage Style: Classical Target Floral Cluster / Victorian Revival Item Type: Statement / Cocktail Ring Metal: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Solid Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Floral Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Enchanting, this vintage-style floral ring features a brilliant round-cut diamond set at the center, gracefully surrounded by natural rubies arranged like delicate petals.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond and Ruby Crescent Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct rose gold diamond, pearl and ruby ring. The ring consists of two crescent moons, one of which is set with diamonds and the other with rubies. There is also a spear go...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold
2.64 Carats Natural African Ruby and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.64 Carats Impressive Natural African Ruby and Diamond 18K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: $6,500.00 Total Red Ruby Weight is: 2.04 Carats (High Quality) Ruby...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.55 Carat Cushion Cut Natural Ruby Pavé Cocktail Ring, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
A bold cocktail ring centred by a large cushion-cut natural ruby in a rich pinkish-red hue.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.47 Carat GIA Certified Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Bridal Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.47 Carat GIA Certified Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Bridal Ring Beautiful Ballerina Ruby Diamond Ring with a natural Oval Cut 1.66 Carat Ruby which is surrounded by ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Genuine Ruby and Marquise Diamonds Ring Made in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Item Features • Gold KT: 14K Yellow Gold • Gemstone Cut: Oval natural heated Ruby // Round Diamonds // Marquise Diamonds • Number of Ruby and Size : 1 Ruby around 7x5MM in Size • N...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,080Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Oval Ruby and Marquise Diamond Butterfly Engagement Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Each piece is designed with graceful curves, organic movement, and luminous stones that reflect light with depth and elegance. • Gold KT: 18K Solid Yellow Gold • Gemstone Cut: Oval ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Ring, Set With 0.40ct Oval Natural Fine Quality Ruby
Located in London, GB
New made by Jewellery Cave 18ct yellow gold single stone ring, set with oval 0.40ct fine quality natural ruby, The ring is a perfect complement to any ensemble and can be worn on a...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Captivating 0.25ct Ruby and Natural Diamonds Cluster Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Indulge in the allure of our sophisticated 18K Yellow Gold ring, featuring a captivating 0.19ct oval ruby that radiates rich red hues.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 1.22 Carat ''Pigeon's Blood'' Burma Natural Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: New Composition: 18K White Gold Primary Stones: Round ''Pigeon's Blood'' Natural Ruby Origin: Burma Carat Weight: 1.22 Carats GIA Certified: 6227421831 Accent Stone: Thirt...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Ruby Gemstone Solid 14k Rose Gold Jewelry Genuine White Diamond Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Both sides are embedded with a seamless track of brilliant-cut micro-pavé white diamonds that wrap gracefully around the gemstone edge Metalwork & Band: Crafted from a polished rose...
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
3.74 Carat Oval Natural Ruby Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
A statement cocktail ring centered with a large oval-cut natural ruby secured in a four-prong setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
From $3,640 / item
Spectrum 18K White Gold Oval-Cut Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Design Style: Oval-Cut Ruby and Marquise-Cut Diamond Statement Ring Item Code :- SER-24073 Gross Wt. :- 3.37 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 2.67 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.43 Ct. ( AVERAG...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Mozambique Natural Ruby & Diamond Floral Halo Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This floral halo cocktail ring showcases a 0.49 carat ruby set in 18k white gold.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Sparkling 18k White Gold Frog Ring with 0.39ct Natural Rubies and Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
A beautiful frog ring with a dazzling 0.04 carat round brilliant natural ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ring natural Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 3.37gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Vintage Ruby and Diamonds Ring hand-made in Italy ca. 1960s - 1970s. Italian hallmarks, logo of maker, 750. Three natural 4x3 mm x 2.55 mm deep / 0.25 ct each Two natural ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14kt Yellow Gold 10.90ct Natural Ruby 1.67cttw Diamond Ring, Appraisal, 8.2 Gr
Located in San Diego, CA
**14kt Yellow Gold 10.90 ct Natural Ruby and 1.67 ct Diamond Ring with Appraisal, 8.2 g** This stunning ring is crafted from 14kt yellow gold and features a breathtaking 10.90 ct ov...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
9K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Duo Stones Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Celebrate classic romance with this Natural Ruby and Diamond Vintage-Style Duo Stones Snake Ring.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Gold
2.06tcw 18K AAA+ Natural Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Expertly handcrafted in gleaming 18k solid, yellow gold; this ring features a 100% genuine, AAA+ quality, Burma ruby that is set in a strong four prong setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Radiant 0.65ct Ruby & Natural Diamond Pave Ring Delight in 18K Rose Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This exquisite ring is crafted from luxurious 18K rose gold, showcasing a vibrant 0.5ct oval ruby at its center, glowing with a rich red hue.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
0.67 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond 14k Gold Vintage Cluster Rosette Ring
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Technical Details Primary Gemstone: Natural Red Ruby (Round Brilliant Cut, 0.67 Carats, 5.30 mm x 2.10 mm) Secondary Gemstones: 14 Round Brilliant Cut Natural Diamonds (0.1...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
3.95 Carat Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Halo Solitaire Ring, 14k White Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
A substantial oval-cut natural ruby forms the centerpiece of this classic halo cocktail ring, surrounded by a graduated frame of round natural diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 1 Carat 'Natural & Untreated' Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Gemdaia Jewellery
Located in London, GB
An extraordinary piece for any fine jewellery lover — this ring features a stunning 1 carat natural, untreated ruby in the rare and coveted “Pigeon’s Blood” red hue. Graded AAA quali...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, carved natural Emerald, carved Ruby & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Emerald Cut Natural Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring, 5.91Ct 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Natural Thai Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring – 5.91 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby, 18K White Gold Metal: 18k White Gold 750 Stone Weight: 5.91 ct Thai-Ruby Diamond Weight: .83 ct An exception...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
Natural Ruby Gemstone Cocktail Ring Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite ring is handset with 14.24 carats ruby gemstone and 0.90 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$16,370Sale Price|25% Off
Certified 1.96 Carats Natural Ruby Diamonds Yellow Gold 18 Carats Cocktail Ring
Located in Vannes, FR
Certified 1.96 Carats Natural Ruby Diamonds Yellow Gold 18 Carats Cocktail Ring This stunning vintage ring is made entirely of 18k yellow gold, featuring a magnificent natural ruby ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,520Sale Price|20% Off
3.41 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby & Black Onyx Ring in 18k Solid Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent ruby, Black onyx ring. High brilliance, Round faceted, natural 3.41 carats ruby mounted in high profile , accented with Black onyx.
Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
Baguettes Diamonds & Princess Cut Natural Burma Ruby Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Baguettes Diamonds & Princess Cut Natural Ruby Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold , Ring size 6.5 perfect Ring with high quality Natural Burma ruby made in 14 Karat Yellow gold .
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 8.17 carats, natural Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ruby & Black Onyx Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
1937 Ring natural Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Platinum 8.75US / 3.3gr
By GD&Co
Located in SE
Fine cluster Ring decorated with three natural old European Diamond cut Diamonds and four square cut and faceted Rubies in Platinum clusters. Band with carved shoulders. Swedish h...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, natural, Mozambique Ruby, Black Onyx & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Ruby & Black Onyx Engagement Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
Majestic 9.61ct Ruby and Natural Diamonds Ring in 18K Two-Toned Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
A perfect addition to a distinguished jewelry collection, this ring truly embodies luxury at its finest. Original Price: S$ 4,800 Metal: 18K Two-Toned Gold Main stone: 1 stone Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Shape Natural Siamese Ruby & Diamond Flower Halo 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A breathtaking Siamese ruby and diamond flower ring, it’s artfully handmade of luxurious 18k white gold, and high-polished for shimmering smooth finish.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Minimal 14K Yellow Gold Pear Cut Natural Ruby Solitaire Ring Everyday Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This ring features a vibrant pear-cut natural ruby, weighing 0.71 carat set in a sleek 14K yellow gold prong setting.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
MONTH LONG SALE 18K WHITE GOLD, 0.93ct Ruby, Baguette natural Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Genuine Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold This exquisite ring features a brilliant, round-shaped genuine ruby at the center, weighing 0.93 carats (cttw). The ruby's vibrant re...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Sapphire Emerald Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Sapphire Emerald Ring In very good condition.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Solid 18K White Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Floral Cluster Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
A beautifully crafted vintage ruby and diamond ring in 18K white gold, showcasing an elegant floral-inspired design rich in colour and character. Approximately 0.80 carats of vivid r...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Mesmerizing 0.65 carat Ruby Ring with Natural Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This captivating 18K yellow gold ring features a stunning 0.65-carat cushion-cut ruby, surrounded by a halo of 27 round brilliant diamonds totaling 0.81 carats. The ring boasts a vib...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.5Ct GIA Certified Burma Ruby Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A GIA-certified Burma ruby glows in a rich, saturated red at the centre of this solid 14K white gold ring, surrounded by fifty-four earth-mined diamonds. Burmese rubies are the most ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alluring 0.38ct Ruby and Natural Diamonds Cluster Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
This stunning piece of jewelry is crafted from 14K yellow gold, known for its warm luster and enduring charm. At its center lies a striking 0.38-carat oval ruby, radiating a vibrant ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Oval Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring 13.29ct 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified 13.29 Carat Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold An extraordinary jewel of distinction, this GIA-certified 13.29 carat natural Mozambique ruby captures t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.90tcw 14K Natural Ruby & Diamond Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elegantly displayed is a vintage ruby and diamond ring. Expertly handcrafted in gleaming 14K white gold; this ring features numerous natural rubies that follow the length of the fing...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 9.63 carats, natural Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ruby Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,020 / item
Natural Oval Heated Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ruby Ring Ruby Engagement Ring Red Gemstone Ring Unique Engagement Ring Oval Ring Raw Stone Gemstone Ring Birthstone Ring Item Features • Gold KT: 18K White Gold • Gemstone ...
18k Gold
4.80 Carat Natural Ruby Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ballerina Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.80 Carat Natural Ruby Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ballerina Ring This ring is truly a remarkable piece that will surely add value to ones collection of jewels!
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring 2.51 cttw in 18K White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Natural Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring in 18K White Gold Beautiful Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring features a Vibrant red 1.94 carat Oval shaped Ruby in the center surrounded by a halo of pave...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond And Ruby Strong Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Baguette Cut Diamond And Ruby Strong Ring In very good condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural Ruby Victorian Style Three Stone Cluster Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Graceful and timeless, this Ruby Cluster Ring showcases three circular ruby clusters arranged across a polished 9K yellow gold band.
Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,840Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 11.84 carats, natural Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Ruby Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
3.72 Carat Cluster Oval Natural Ruby & Diamond Floral Ring, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
This natural ruby and diamond statement ring features an oval-cut ruby at its center, secured in a four-prong yellow gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Unheated 3.01 ct Natural Red Ruby in Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in La Jolla, CA
AGL Unheated 3.01 ct Natural Red Ruby in Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring Ruby and Diamond Ring features an AGL certified natural oval Red Ruby weighing 3.01 carats set in a dome style ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.50 Carat Natural Burma Ruby Vintage 14k White Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover this exquisite 1.50 carat natural Burma ruby eternity band ring, crafted from 14k white gold in the captivating Mid-Century Modern style of the 1950s.
Ruby
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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