Antique Indian Ruby, Pearl & Diamond Necklace — 18 Natural Burma Rubies No Heat
Located in OVIEDO, AS
The Rubies — Burma's Finest The necklace is set with 18 natural oval-cut rubies of Burmese origin, certified by the Gem & Pearl Laboratory, London (Report No. 14073, 16 April 201...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold
Sautoir Ruby and Precious Stones on Silver 925 Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Sautoir Ruby and Precious Stones on Silver 925 Necklace. Length: 43.31 inches (110.00 centimeters). Total weight: 31.18 grams
Ruby, Silver
Leon Mege Scalloped diamonds halo pendant with certified oval ruby in platinum
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
A luminous natural ruby certified by AGL weighing 1.04 carats takes center stage in this exquisite diamond cluster pendant, its intensely saturated crimson hue radiating the coveted ...
Ruby, Platinum
30.00 Carats Ruby and 14.50 Carats Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning necklace boasts 19 oval mixed cut natural rubies weighing approximately 30.00 carats total, surrounded by clusters of round brilliant and marquise cut diamonds weighing...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Long Ruby, Sapphire & Diamond By the Yard Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Long Ruby, Sapphire & Diamond Long Strand Necklace This vibrant 42-inch necklace features a playful mix of oval-cut sapphires and rubies in deep blue and rich pink tones, accent...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold 3.22ctw Oval Ruby & Diamond Cluster Scalloped Flower Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Natural Genuine Ruby - 1 Oval & 11 Round Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Rich Red Color - 7.5x6mm (oval) - 2.73ct (exact, stamped) (93) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Amethyst Ruby Owl Pendant - 14k Oval 1.26ctw Wise Bird
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 1.20ct Cut: Oval Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .06ctw Cut: Round Total Carats: 1.26ctw ...
Amethyst, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel 1 Peridot 3 Rubies 2 Stars
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, blue Guilloche vitreous enamel, 1 Peridot, 3 Rubies, 2 Gold Star Paillons About Victor Mayer Sensual, exotic, urbane and confid...
Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold Necklace A striking ruby and diamond pendant necklace beautifully crafted in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Natural Diamond Ruby Pendant Necklace Hallmark Sterling Silver
Located in Delhi, DL
This Stunner Pendant defines class. It completes your everyday look and will also attract special attention on special occasions. This piece of beauty comprises of Certified Natural ...
Ruby, Sterling Silver
GIA 67.20 Carat No Heat Ruby Diamond Necklace Bracelet Earrings Unheated*
Located in New York, NY
The Ruby Limit. Necklace + Earrings + Bracelet 45.20ct.
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.13ct Burmese Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This refined antique pendant necklace is crafted in luminous 18k white gold, showcasing a vivid 1.13 carat Burmese ruby of exceptional color and presence. Celebrated for their rarity...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified Vivid Red 31.99 Carat Burma Ruby & Diamond Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Delicately handcrafted in platinum, this extraordinary necklace presents a breathtaking arrangement of 35 fine GIA-certified Vivid Red Burmese rubies, revered in the trade as “pigeon...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14Kt White Gold 18 inches Necklace with Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Stamford, CT
14Kt White Gold 18 inches Necklace with Ruby and Diamonds 3.8 grams total weight
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Contemporary Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Cluster Halo Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Contemporary Oval-Cut Natural Ruby & Diamond Halo Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold A refined display of timeless elegance, this Natural Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant is masterfully crafted...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Halo Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Style: Pendant with Chain Design: Ruby Diamond Halo Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.2 Grams Pendant Measurements: 7 mm x 7 mm Chain Length:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Two Tone Diamond and African Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K Two Tone Diamond and African Ruby Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Length: 15.50 inch long chain, 2.25 inch pendant Metal: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 95.00 Carat Burma Ruby Necklace And Bracelet Set
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, This is a necklace and bracelet sold together, however we are happy to s...
Ruby
Grima Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Gold Necklace, 1980s.
By Andrew Grima
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Andrew Grima ruby, emerald and diamond gold necklace. We just adore this descreet and elegant necklace. Confident without overstating. Playful and still serious. Width ca 3.5 - 5....
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Butterfly Necklace With White Zircon 2.32 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 2.18 Carats (Treatment: Filling) White Zircon: 0.14 Carats Metal: Sterling Silver
Ruby, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Angara 14K Solid Gold Natural Oval Ruby Pendant with Diamond, 0.6ct
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Crafted in 14K Solid Gold, this classic solitaire ruby pendant personifies elegance. The purplish red oval ruby is topped by a sparkling diamond for added allure.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
$367Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 7.71ct Oval Cut Star Ruby and Diamond Halo 925 Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant showcases a 7.71 carat oval star ruby accented by 0.37 carats of round diamonds, expertly handcrafted in 925 sterling silver. Designed in a timeless halo motif, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ruby and Diamond Necklace with Labradorite Spacers, 17 Inch Length
Located in Atlanta, GA
We used diamond like micro-faceted labradorite as spacers. A 14mm ruby pear shaped drop is connected to a 17x13mm black gold CZ bezel oval shaped ruby focus piece.
Ruby, Labradorite, Diamond, Mixed Metal
Beautiful 18K White Gold 19.28 Carat Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 18K white gold necklace features an impressive combination of rubies and diamonds arranged in a graceful fringe design. Well-made and substantial in hand, it is a striking piece...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Red Enamel 2 Rubies 1 Pearl 2 Star Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, red vitreous guilloche enamel, 2 diamonds, total 0.04 ct G VS, brillant cut, 2 Rubies, 1 sweet water Pearl, 2 Gold Star Paillons ...
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Oval Opal Miraculous Medal Red Ruby Gold Chain Pendant
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oval Opal Miraculous Medal Red Ruby Gold Chain Pendant Description: Crafted in 14k gold-plated brass with a gold-plated silver chain, this necklace features an oval Miraculous Medal...
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Sterling Silver
Burma Ruby and Diamond Cluster Necklace Platinum and 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular necklace is built around 22 oval-cut Burma rubies ranging in size from approximately 2.50 carats to 0.95 carats totalling approximately 38 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Style Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Halo Cluster Pendant in 18k White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A vivid oval ruby anchors this Antique Style Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Halo Cluster Pendant, crafted in cool, lustrous 18K white gold. The natural ruby, individually selected for its...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18K White Gold Regency Chandelier Necklace with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in LA, CA
Item # 8249 18K White Gold Ruby & Diamond Necklace A sophisticated high jewelry necklace showcasing 29.78 carats of vivid natural rubies, elegantly arranged in graduated oval cuts a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Oval Ruby, White Diamond, and 18 Karat White Gold Halo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Made of 18 karat white gold, this pendant showcases a 0.50 carat, oval cut luminous red ruby at the center. The colorful center stone is brought to life by 0.20 carats of round cut w...
White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Briony 14k Rose Gold Necklace with 0.32ct Rubies & Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
Romantic, radiant, and rich in color—Briony is where passion meets elegance. 💖 Crafted in glowing 14k rose gold, this exquisite necklace features 0.32 carats of natural rubies, deli...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 1.48ct Natural Ruby Diamond Necklace 14kt Gold 47711*
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Natural Ruby & Diamond Necklace Report # 2215529102 8.09x 6.03 x 3.49mm Heated .51ct Natural Diamond. GIA Report # 6237463562 E-color Vs-1 Clarity. Side diamonds:...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
0.55 Carat Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Accents 10K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant is crafted from 10-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace Pendant. This Pendant is made up of 6x4 mm Oval-Cut Ruby (1Pcs) 0.55 Carat, 2.0 mm ...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
$472Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Natural Diamond Ruby Pendant Necklace Hallmark Black Sterling Silver
Located in Delhi, DL
This Stunner Pendant defines class. It completes your everyday look and will also attract special attention on special occasions. This piece of beauty comprises of Certified Natural ...
Ruby, Emerald, Sterling Silver
$1,836Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Oval Cut Natural Ruby Pendant Double Layer Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Ruby Pendant with Diamonds around studded in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.60 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Pendant 18K White Gold Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
1.60 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Pendant 18K White Gold Floral Design Ruby Weight: 1.60 Carats Total Diamond Weight: 0.38 Carats This luxurious 18K White Gold Ruby and Dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,700Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Oval Cut Natural Ruby Pendant Double Layer Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Ruby Pendant with Diamonds around studded in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$930Sale Price / item|20% Off
Charming Oval Ruby Pendant with Diamond Set in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Pendant with Diamond in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut ruby with diamond that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represent love and pro...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mikimoto Pendant. 18k Yellow Gold Mikimoto Pearl Ruby Necklace.
By Mikimoto
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
An amazing addition to your collection. Very rare 18k Yellow Gold MIKIMOTO Pearl and Ruby Drop Pendant. Pendant is 18k Mikimoto Hallmarked appropriately. Details: 15in length chain...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.47 Carat Ruby & Diamond Halo Floating Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified Burma Heated 0.83 Carat Oval Ruby and 10 Round Brilliant Diamond Halo 18K White and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace 3.31 Grams This GIA-certified Burma heated oval ruby p...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.74 carats with Diamond 0.40 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 44.0 cm Total Weight: 8.09 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 65.2 carats with Diamond 2.82 carats Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 40.6 cm Total Weight: 67.0 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Oval Ruby Pendant
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold fashionable round pendant is from Timeless Collection. This piece of jewellery is made of natural white diamonds in total of 0.4 Carat and oval shape natural ruby in t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.77 carats with Diamond 0.25 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.5 cm Length: 48.0 cm Total Weight: 11.71 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Luxury Burmese Ruby, Diamond Drop Necklace, 92.36ct, 18K White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Featuring richly saturated oval and pear shape rubies, this exceptional ruby diamond necklace displays the vivid red color and brilliance that have made fine Burma rubies among the m...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Oval Shaped Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This gorgeous pendant features 4 Brilliant cut Diamonds total weight of 0.14 Carat, Center 3.10 Karat Oval Shape Ruby. It can be worn with an S. Georgios rope necklace or with a chai...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 34.81ct Burmese Ruby & Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite necklace celebrates the timeless allure of Burmese rubies, showcasing thirty-three luminous oval gems with a combined weight of 34.81 carats.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA certified Unheated Ruby Necklace in 22k solid gold chain
Located in Singapore, SG
Features: Main Gemstone (1pc) - Unheated Ruby from Tanzania Weight of Ruby (1pc) - 2.3ct (approx) Measurement of Ruby - 9.84 x 6.65 mm (approx) Cut - Oval Treatment - None (No H...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage 1.47 Carat Ruby 0.10 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pierced decorated frame displays an asymmetrical array of five individually four-claw se...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Art Nouveau Necklace with 34.74ct Ruby & Diamonds
Located in LA, CA
Item # 8248 18K White Gold Ruby & Diamond Necklace An exceptional high jewelry necklace featuring 34.74 carats of natural oval-shaped rubies, gracefully complemented by 16.36 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.15 Carat Pinkish Red Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum 850 Chain.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
White Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Pendant - 18k Oval 5.23ctw Ribbon Heart MIlgrain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 4.64ctw Cut: Oval, Pear, & Round Color: Pinkish Red Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .59ctw C...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.00ctw Ruby in a Paper Clip Chain Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 1.00ctw Ruby in a Paper Clip Chain Necklace Style: Paper Clip Chain Necklace Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone Details: Features 1.00 carats total weight of rubies...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Ruby Diamond Milgrain Pendant 17" Chain Necklace Royal Jewelry
Located in Addison, TX
Details Brand: Royal Jewelry (RJM) Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Weight: 3.3 Grams Hallmarks: 14K, RJM Style: Pendant Necklace Design: Drop / Chandelier Pendant Chain Length: 17 In...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A timeless expression of elegance, this handcrafted ruby pendant necklace showcases a vivid natural oval-cut ruby surrounded by a refined halo of brilliant natural diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K YG Pendant Necklace 13ct Round & Tapered Baguette Diamonds and 4.45ct Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a captivating design, it showcases a 10x8.4 mm oval-cut ruby and a 9.1x8 mm pear-shaped ruby, complemented by 4.85 carats of tapered baguette diamonds and 8.15 carats of ro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold .50 CTW Ruby and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
14k yellow gold .50 CTW ruby and diamond halo pendant necklace. The diamonds are all round and the ruby is oval, pendant comes on a 16 inch diamond cut cable chain, has a lobster cla...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ross Pennell Art Deco 6.30 Carat Untreated Burma Ruby Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Striking in both elegance and rarity, this refined necklace centers a floating oval briolette cut Burmese ruby weighing 6.30 carats, a gemstone prized for its vivid color and excepti...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Doris 14k White Gold Necklace with Natural Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
The Doris Necklace is an exquisite display of elegance, crafted in radiant 14k white gold and set with six vibrant natural rubies totaling .11 carats and five sparkling natural diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Oval Cut Ruby and Pavé Diamond Teardrop Pendant in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant pendant centers on a vivid oval Burmese ruby that immediately draws the eye with its rich red glow. The ruby is framed by a delicate halo of diamonds that add soft brill...
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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.