Mellerio ruby and diamond dress ring, French, circa 1945.
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in London, GB
Mellerio ruby and diamond dress ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 0.75 carats, flank...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
This vintage 1970s era ring is set in hand-engraved 18 carat yellow gold with an enticing combination rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s 2.50 Carat Ocal Cut Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold with an Oval cut center Ruby weighing approximately 2.50 carats, accented by Baguette cut and Cabochon Rubies weighing a total of approxim...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Huge Cabochon Ruballite Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Rubellite Diamond Statement Ring Make a statement with this stunning Estate 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Rubellite Diamond Statement Ring. Showcasing a magni...
Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Platinum
Bulgari Burma Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
Complementing the AGL-graded ruby is a 4.58-carat old cut oval diamond of H color and SI1 clarity, accompanied by a GIA report, and two tapered baguette cut diamonds totaling 0.80 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Diamond GIA Certified 6.69 Carat Ruby Engagement Ring
By DeKaraDesign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Latest handmade ring of expertly crafted in 18K yellow gold. This exceptional ring showcases a GIA certified 6.69 carat natural red ruby as its centerpiece.
$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
Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in London, England
The diamonds then lead to a solid 2mm yellow gold band. The ruby in this ring is simply beautiful.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 3.43 NO HEAT Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
🔥 Exquisite Rarity: 3.43 Carat GRS-Certified Red Unheated Ruby & Diamond Ring 🔥 Indulge in the epitome of luxury with this exceptional 3.43-carat GRS-certified Red unheated Ruby, ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage GIA 14K Yellow Gold 1.12 ct Unheated Burmese Ruby Diamond 3 Stone Sz 5.5
Located in Addison, TX
Details: GIA Ruby Origin Report Included GIA Report Number: 5232958767 Report Date: May 26 2026 Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Main Stone: Natural Ruby Species: Natural Corundum Geographic O...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Burma Ruby Ring in 18k Solid Gold, Designed and Crafted in Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to fit natural Burma Ruby Ring. The approximate weight of the ring in an average size 7 US is 13 grams. A beautifully well-crafted 18k solid gold ring with a combination of san...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$26,400Sale Price|20% Off
2.02 Carat Unheated Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Beautiful handcrafted wide cocktail ring design, set in high polished 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian Synthetic Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold synthetic ruby and diamond ring from the Edwardian era. The vibrant rich red of the rubies is highly complimented by the contrasting bright white sparkle ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA 8.89 Carat Oval Pyrope Almandine Garnet Six Prong 18K Yellow Gold Solitaire
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage GIA-Certified 8.89 carat oval pyrope almandine garnet solitaire ring set in an 18K yellow gold six-prong open filigree gallery mounting with a slim polished shank.
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
2.33 Carat Burmese Ruby Tsavorite Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring by Meghna Jewels
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Details Center Stone: Burmese Ruby, Oval Cut, 2.33 Carats Accent Stones: Diamonds, approx. 0.77 Carats total Additional Stones: Green gemstones and yellow accents Metal: 18 Karat Gol...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold
Octagonal Frame Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Octagonal Frame Diamond and Ruby Ring Description: This architectural statement ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a central 1-carat oval ruby with a vibrant red ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k 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
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
Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Bowtie Designer Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ring, never used. Unique Burma Natural Ruby Gemstones Unique Invisible setting bowtie design Square Natural Ruby's and center Oval Natural Diamond 18k Yellow Gold 10.0 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Natural Diamond Sapphire Ruby Dome Band Ring 18k Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Sapphire Ruby Dome Band Ring 18K Gold Vintage This gorgeous vintage ring is made in solid 18K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed) and set with Natural Diam...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,465Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 2.20 Carat White Diamond Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Size ITA: 14.5 USA: 7 This Ring is available also in 14 or 18K Yellow or White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,282Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring has a 1.00 Carat Blue Oval Cut Sapphire. Size ITA: 14 USA: 6 3/4 This Ring is available also in 14 or 18K Yellow or White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...
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. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
Colour: Light Yellow , Clarity: VS-SI Tested As: 18ct Gold Box: The Vintage Jeweller Ring Box
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby Diamond Band Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond band features a faceted oval-cut ruby of brilliant color (4.16 carats) flanked by a design with round diamonds (0.52 carats).
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$40,250
Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
2.97 carat certified Fine Burma Ruby. .38 carats of size diamonds. Set in platinum and 18k yellow gold Currently a size 6.5, this ring can easily be resized. Certified by Chr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Bulgari Burmese Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring.
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari Burmese ruby and diamond ring. A natural unenhanced oval old cut Burmese ruby is set horizontally to centre in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 2.80...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 1.60 carat Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
A romantic classic, this Antique Victorian 1.60 carat Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring is a timeless treasure. This ring features a deep red ruby, elegantly accented by a halo of dazzling ...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Style Pear Shape Pink Tourmaline & Ruby Rhodolite Cluster 9K Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A perfect gift for a friend or family member, this red gemstones ring is fashioned in popular 9k yellow gold and features a cluster of rubies and rhodolite surrounding the center pea...
Ruby, Rhodolite, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Festive Elegance: The "Merry Christmas" Ruby & Emerald Ring
By Terrell and Zimmelman
Located in Wailea, HI
Whether worn as a festive statement or a year-round pop of color, this ring is a true conversation starter. Specifications Center Stone: 1 Oval Cut Ruby (approx. 0.94 cts) Accent ...
Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Vintage Style 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Pasadena, CA
This certified ruby and diamond cocktail ring features a natural oval shaped ruby weighing approximately 0.70 carat, surrounded by diamonds totaling approximately 1.65 carats.
$8,400Sale Price|20% Off
1.60 Carat Rich Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
stunning ruby and diamond ring features a rich red 1.60 carat ruby accented by bright white diamonds. The ruby’s red hue is absolutely fantastic, and stands out strikingly against th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pigeon blood Burmese ruby and diamond ring, late 19th Century.
Located in London, GB
Pigeon blood Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set to centre with a rare cushion shape old cut natural no heat Pigeon blood Burmese ruby in an open back grain setting with a weight of 1...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Guild Certified 7.02 carats Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Gold - 6.87 grams Ruby - 7.21 carats Diamonds - 0.84 carats A classic 7.02 carats Ruby and diamond ring. Rubies are known as the king of gems, and this ring features an unheated ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 4.94 carat Ruby And Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* A spectacular oval shaped red heated Burma Ruby commands attention in this extraordinary 18K yellow gold r...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 6.00 Carat Spinel Cabochon, Rubys and Diamonds Ring 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Retro 6.00 Carat Spinel Cabochon, Rubys and Diamonds Ring 18k solid Gold. Very impressively made by designer. The square Rubys and sapphires on the side of the ring are channel set a...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Invisible Setting Ruby and Diamond Ring 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Invisible setting Square Natural Ruby's and center Oval Diamond 18k Yellow Gold 8.0 grams. Total Ruby 5.25 carat AAA very nice red. Center oval Diamond approx 0.50 carat H-I ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.00ct Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
I am happy to quote you the price. This oval yellow diamond ring can be made of Platinum, 14K, 18K in yellow gold, white gold or rose gold.
Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ring natural 7ctw Ruby Diamonds solid 9K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 4.4gr
Located in SE
Band hallmarked 375 / made of solid 9K Yellow Gold. Openwork dome shaped six - pointed crown measures 22 mm x 22 mm X 10 mm deep with Back side concave shaped for best fit. 18 ova...
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold
Victorian Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a captivating three-stone ring meticulously crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold during the Victorian period.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Floating Black Opla Star Ruby Open Shank Toi et Moi Ring Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Supreme open ring mismatched pair of Star Ruby and Australian Black Opal oval, mounted in this exclusive yellow-gold ring.
Ruby, Star Ruby, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Kai Snake 1.82 ctw Garnet Ruby East-West Ring in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Discover the mesmerizing Kai Snake 1.82 ctw Garnet Ruby East-West Ring in 14K Solid Gold, a perfect blend of vibrant luxury and artistic craftsmanship. The rich natural garnet, with ...
Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal, Diamond & Ruby Domed Cluster Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Gemstones: Opals, diamonds, and rubies Opal Total Carat Weight: 6.30 CTW Opal Shape & Cut: Oval cabochon cut Opal Color: Displaying play of colo...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Made with exceptional detail, this ring is perfect for any collection. Ring size: 6 Metal: 18 Karat yellow gold Stamp: (maker's mark) 18K Gross weight: 12.00 grams GIA, 2025, Repor...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Burma Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Double Snake Ring in 18k Gold, C. 1890
Located in Altrincham, GB
This fantastic Victorian period double snake ring is crafted in 18 karat buttery yellow gold. Each snake is set with a gemstone "brain"—one with a Burma ruby, the other with a Burma ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$3,200Sale Price|20% Off
Ring 18kt White Gold gem quality Ruby Cabochon & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
If you have any specific questions or need more information about such a ring, please feel free to ask. Ring 18kt White Gold Oval Ruby Cabochon 2.30 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage 2.5 Carat Coral RBC Diamond and Ruby Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Coral, Diamond and Ruby Gold Ring. Centering a securely nestled Oval Coral, weighing approx. 2.5 Carat, surrounded by Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, weighing approx....
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15.34Ct Natural Aquamarine Ruby Diamonds Patriot Cluster Cocktail Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
12.58ct Natural Aquamarine & 1.70ct ruby cocktail ring. 1.06ct natural diamonds: G-color vs-2 clarity. 14kt, yellow gold.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Large Cabochon Burmese No Heat Ruby Diamond Gold Ring GIA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Large 11ct Burmese No Heat Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Ruby, Tourmaline, Black Enamel & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Ruby, Tourmaline & Black Enamel Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Gubelin Certified 5.62 Carat Mogok Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The center stone is a 5.62 carat ruby. The stone has been certified by Gubelin as Burmese, without any heat treatment, and completely n...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,199Sale Price|20% Off
1.05 Carat Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
1.05 Carat Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Gold Apart of our carefully curated collection, this ring proudly displays a 1.05 carat Mozambique ruby crowning a 18k Matte Fi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Ruby & Polki Cocktail Ring Made In 14Kt Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This ring is made with 14K yellow gold and silver. Ring Size: 6.5 14Kt: 8.73gms Diamond: 2.22cts RUBY: 5.58Cts
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
18K Gold Diamond and Ruby Three-Stone Ring with GIA Report
Located in Ocala, FL
Crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold, this elegant three-stone ring showcases a stunning 0.70 carat oval brilliant-cut diamond as its captivating centerpiece.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
8.3Ct Star Ruby Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 12x10mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Fissure-filled to enhance clarity, as is common for ruby. A bold, mesmerising statement ring. "A bold 8.36ct Madagascar star ruby in 14K gold."
Star Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Oval cut color diamonds 5cts Contemporary Band ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Style: A bold, contemporary "cocktail" design that celebrates a rich spectrum of natural fancy colors. IGI Certified Ring. - Center Oval cut Natural Yellow Diamond-1.36 cts - Natura...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
12.5Ct Star Ruby Cabochon Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
Fissure-filled to enhance clarity, as is common for ruby. A bold, mesmerising statement ring. "A bold 12.57ct Madagascar star ruby in 14K yellow gold."
Diamond, Star Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.8Ct Star Ruby Cabochon Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
"A six-rayed Madagascar star ruby in 14K yellow gold." Item Type: Ring Center Stone: Star Ruby Treatment: Fissure Filled Weight: 7.87cts Head Size: 11x9mm Shape: Oval Cut: Cabochon ...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby Cts 0.62 Marquise Diamond and Baguette Diamond Cts
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A baguette diamond (0.05 ct) elegantly accents the marquise cluster, while twelve round diamonds (0.12 cts) sparkle along the shoulders. All set in warm 18k yellow gold (2.35 grams)...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Georgian Regard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
A Georgian Regard 18 karat yellow gold ring, circa 1820 In this original 18 karat gold acrostis Regard ring the first letter of each bezel set old oval cut stone spells out the word...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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