Antique 0.95ct Ruby & 0.83ct Diamond Twist Ring, 18k Gold, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
4.08 Carat Turquoise Ruby Diamond Gold Midcentury Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Oval turquoise and rubies with round diamonds in a 14k yellow gold cocktail ring setting. 6 round diamonds approx. total weight .18cts, G, VS 7 oval rubies approx total weig...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$7,672Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.5Ct Ruby Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds: Solid 14K Gold, 7x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
1.5 ct Burma Ruby ring showcasing a vivid 7×6 mm centerpiece, accented with earth-mined diamonds for radiant contrast. Crafted in solid 14K gold, this timeless piece blends rich col...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.93 Carat Cabochon Cut Ruby & Oval Cut Diamond Three Stone 18K Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Three Stone Ring Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 6 (adjustable) Weight: 3.98 grams Setting: Prong Shank: Pinched Stone Details: Gemstone: Ruby Carat: 4.93 CTTW...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Three Stone Ring Gold Ruby and Diamond Engagement
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CIRCA: Late 20th Century MATERIALS: 18k White & Yellow Gold GEMSTONE: 1.5 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond GEMSTONE 2: 0.8 Carat Oval Cut Ruby WEIGHT: 6.6 grams RING SIZE: 6.25
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$56,000Sale Price|34% Off
IGI Certified 6.03ct Burma Ruby 3.61ct Natural Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Immerse yourself in luxury with this extraordinary 18K yellow and white gold ring, featuring a magnificent 6.03-carat Burma ruby in a skilfully crafted oval mixed-cut.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,144Sale Price|20% Off
Carat Jewellery 6.58ct Glass-Filled Ruby Diamond Halo Ring, 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring is a bold statement of luxury and color, featuring a stunning 6.58-carat glass-filled ruby as its centerpiece. The ruby, measuring 12x10mm, boasts a rich, deep crimson colo...
Ruby, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
3.41 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby Ring in 18k Solid Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent ruby High brilliance, Round faceted, natural 0.99 carats ruby mounted in high profile. Handcrafted masterpiece design set in high polished 18 karats Yellow gold. Statemen...
Ruby, Gold
Natural Ruby & Diamond Halo Eternity Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
★ MATERIALS ★ Stone: Natural Ruby Shape: Oval Carat: 1.20 ct Color: Pinkish Red Stone: Natural Diamond Shape: Round Carat: 0.23 ct Clarity: SI Color: FGH ★ THE ME...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
8.08 Carat TW Art Deco Intense Yellow Diamond, Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring 18K & Plat
Located in New York, NY
APPROXIMATELY 8-12 WEEKS PRODUCTION TIME Contact designer Jan Rice to get yours started Ring Specifications: Collection Name: The Icon Designer / Creator: Jan Rice for Abe Mor Desig...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Three-Row Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold Victorian ruby and diamond three row ring. The ring consists of a central row of Burmese rubies with two outer rows of old cut diamonds. The hue of the ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Gold Rope Halo Cluster Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Ruby and RBC Diamond Gold Rope Cluster Halo Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Victorian Era Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
We always love a beautiful vintage diamond & gemstone cluster!! Ring Details Material: 14K Yellow Gold Era: Victorian 1840 - 1900 Head Width: 12.9mm Head Height: 6.7mm Weight: 4.8 G...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.19ct Oval Fancy Yellow Diamond and Marquise Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
I am happy to quote you the price. This cushion yellow diamond ring can be made of Platinum, 14K, 18K in yellow gold, white gold or rose gold.
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Blue Sapphire Red Ruby Diamond Double Heart Vintage Style Crown Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A vintage style sapphire and ruby double heart ring, set with oval shaped blue sapphire weighing .25 carats and ruby weighing .20 carats, both set to the center of round cut diamond ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.16 Carat Sapphire, 0.18 Ct Ruby, and 0.22 Ct Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Warszawa, PL
Sapphire, ruby, and diamond ring, 1.16 carats sapphire, 0.18 carats rubies, 0.22 carats diamonds, 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Experience sheer elegance with our exquisite "Bulgary style" ring. The captivating blue cabochon sapphire is complemented by two oval cut rubies, showcasing intense, rich colors. Ado...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,731Sale Price|20% Off
Heirloom Jewelry - 3.12cts Burma Ruby Ring w Natural Diamonds in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A masterpiece of fine craftsmanship, this 3.12 carat Burma ruby heirloom ring showcases a vibrant 10x8mm oval ruby surrounded by a scintillating halo of earth-mined diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,300 / item
”Aura” Ruby And Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
”Aura” Ruby And Diamond Engagement Ring This item is made by order, please let us now your desired gold colored and ring size Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Natural Ruby Diamond Ring 6.75 14k Y Gold 4.38 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gemological Appraisal Laboratory of America is a proud member of: - GIA Alumni Association - National Association of Jewelry Appraisers - International Consortium Gem-Testing Laborat...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Emerald Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold and White Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .3 Carat Natural Red Ruby Diamond Gold Victorian Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare and beautiful late 1800’s 18k yellow gold engagement ring with top gem natural rubies- GIA certified natural and no heat.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,270Sale Price|20% Off
1ct Mozambique Ruby and Earth-Mined Diamond Floral Ring in Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Say hello to your new favorite showstopper! This floral ring rocks a juicy 1-carat Mozambique ruby (7x5mm) front and center, surrounded by twinkling earth-mined diamonds—all wrapped ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
This 18 karat yellow gold, royal red ruby ring with sinuous rolled top has 1 oval ruby & 4 cabochon cut rubies = 2.82 Cttw & 12 baguette cut diamonds = 0.51 Cttw. in a size 5.75.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Oval Natural Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Pendant and Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This captivating ring features an oval natural fancy intense yellow diamond at its center, surrounded by a vibrant arrangement of natural white and yellow diamonds in a colorful, flo...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
AGL Certified 12.22 Carat Oval Ruby and Marquise Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Italian 18K Gold Lapis Coral Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Origin: Italy Period: Mid-Century Modern Date: Circa 1970 Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Center Stone: Oval Lapis Lazuli Cabochon, approximately 5.00 Carats Coral: 12 Angel Skin Coral C...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,440Sale Price / item|20% Off
Toi et Moi Ring with 4.6 CTW Natural Ruby in 18K Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Toi et Moi ring features 2 natural oval and pear cut rubies totaling 4.6 carats set in rich 18k yellow gold.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an intricately designed 18ct yellow gold ring taken from the Art Nouveau movement. This piece features a centralised pinky red ruby of Burmese origin accompanied by a fa...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,760Sale Price / item|20% Off
Toi et Moi Ring with 4.6 CTW Natural Ruby in 14K Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Toi et Moi ring features 2 natural oval and pear cut rubies totaling 4.6 carats set in rich 14k yellow gold.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This principle stone is then framed by single row of round faceted rubies possessing a rich pinky colour tone. Finally, an array of round brilliant cut diamonds around the outer edge...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,650Sale Price / item|44% Off
Mens, Unisex Ring with Genuine Ruby
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Gold signet ring for men with ruby. Ruby gold ring.
Ruby
Gold Silver Diamond Ruby Topaz Cameo Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Cameo ring in 9kt yellow gold and silver embellished with oval rubies and a crown of diamonds and topazes.
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$426Sale Price / item|28% Off
Ruby cabochon ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby cabochon 14k gold over 925 silver ring. Oval ruby cabochon ring gold.
Ruby, Black Spinel, 14k Gold, Silver
0.51ct Burma Unheated Ruby and Natural Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Singapore, SG
Features: Main Gemstone (1pc) - Ruby Total Carat Weight (1pc) - 0.51Ct (approx) Natural Diamonds (10pcs) - 0.26Ct Measurement of ruby -3x2.7mm (Approx) Cut - Oval Clarity - Eye...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
$1,084Sale Price / item|20% Off
Alternate Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Band in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone weight - 1 ct Gemstone pcs - 4 Gemstone shape - Oval Gemstone size - 3 x 4 mm Diamond weight - 0.21 cts ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,808Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.84 Ct Natural Ruby 0.20 Ct Diamond Wedding Band in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Elegantly crafted in luxurious 14K yellow gold, this natural ruby and diamond band ring showcases timeless sophistication with vibrant color and refined brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s 14K Gold 20ctw Natural No Heat Sapphire Ruby Cluster Ring GIA
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A captivating vintage cluster ring circa the 1950s, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and showcasing an impressive mosaic of natural, untreated sapphires.
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 18k Gold Platinum Ruby Diamond Bypass Engagement Ring, 2.32ct
Located in Brunswick, ME
Untreated Ruby and Diamond Vintage Engagement Bypass 18k gold and platinum Ring Natural 100% ruby antique oval cut 1.60 carats, cherry-red excellent color and brilliance, country of...
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k gold ring with ruby and diamonds, France 1970s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Vintage gold ring with ruby and diamonds, France. A French 1970s-style ring crafted from 18-karat yellow gold (0.750).
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,992Sale Price|20% Off
6cts Madagascar Ruby Ring with Natural Diamon in 14k Solid Gold OV 12x10mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This exquisite ring showcases a 5.9ct oval-shaped Madagascar ruby, measuring 12x10mm, known for its rich red hue. Set in 4.71g of 14k gold, the ruby is beautifully accented by 30 dia...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,840Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold and 14K White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Y...
Ruby Emerald Toi etMoi Ring 1.01 Ct Ruby 0.95 Ct Emerald 14KGold Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Details Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Gemstone 1: Natural Zambian Emerald Emerald Weight: 0.95 Carats Emerald Size: 5 x 7 mm Emerald Shape: Oval Cut Gemstone 2: Natural Mozambique Rub...
Ruby, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, Approximately 6 Carats Rubies
Located in Plantation, FL
The ring is centered by a richly saturated oval ruby measuring approximately 7.2 x 5.9 mm, surrounded by eighteen marquise-cut rubies and accented by a bright cluster of round and ma...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$2,461Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Emerald Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.15 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an elegant 18ct gold ring featuring a striking oval shaped ruby at the centre of the face. This vibrant red principal stone is surrounded by a duo of octagonally shaped ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style White Ethiopian Opal & Ruby Halo Set Cocktail 18K Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Ring Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 6.92 g.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.90 Carat Zambian Emerald Cocktail Ring Luxury Design Emerald and Ruby Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Zambian Emerald Ring, Emerald and Ruby Ring, 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring, Unique Designer Gemstone Ring A captivating expression of color and craftsmanship, this handcrafted 14K ...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Tow Tone Gold 1.60ctw Ruby Diamond Wide Domed Bombe Cigar Cocktail Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 1.60 (approx.) Material: 18k Solid Yellow & White Gold Weight: 17.5 Grams Width: 14.9mm (0.58")(top of the ring - north to south), 9.9mm (bottom of the shank...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
NGI certified 1.58ct Burma Heated Ruby and Natural Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Singapore, SG
Features: Main Gemstone (1pc) - Ruby Total Carat Weight (1pc) - 1.58Ct (approx) Natural Diamonds (10pcs) - 0.15Ct Measurement of ruby - 7.3x5.9mm (Approx) Cut - Oval Clarity - ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,840Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Oval Cut Opal White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 17.55 Carat Star Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural GIA Certified 17.55 carat star oval ruby ring. GIA certified oval ruby center gemstone in a classic gypsy style 18k yellow gold setting. 1 oval red MI star ruby displaying...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$976Sale Price / item|44% Off
14 k gold ring with ruby and diamonds
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 karat gold ring with genuine ruby and diamonds. 14 karat gold Total weight: 4.45 g. depends from size Gemstones (all are tested by professional gemmologist): Genuine ruby: 1.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
1.04 ct Red Ruby & Diamond Ring set in 14k Yellow Gold
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
-Center Stone: Natural oval-shaped ruby -Ruby Weight: 0.93 carats -Accent Stones: Natural diamonds -Diamond Color: F/G -Diamond Clarity: VS1/VS2 -Metal: 14k yellow gold -Ring S...
14k Gold
Certified Oval cut Natural Yellow Diamond and White diamond Platinum Ring
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The ring is a perfect creation with a unique motif. - Centre Diamond is CGL Lab Certified Fancy Yellow diamond – 0.351 ct - Round Brilliant Cut Yellow Diamonds total 0.16 carat - Ro...
Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
$3,597Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Emerald Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.15 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$976Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Ring with Opal, Ruby and Diamonds, Turtle Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural opal, ruby and diamonds. October birthstone ring. 14k solid gold Weight: 2.5 g. depends from size Central stone: Natural opal Weight: 1.10 ct appr...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 1.28 carats, natural Mozambique Ruby & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ruby Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.10 Carat Unheated Ruby Diamond Gold Ring, AIGS Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hand in a unique 18k yellow gold mounting, this ring sets itself apart in its design and gem quality stones used.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,089Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Diamond Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...
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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