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
$1,704Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style 2.10 Carat White Diamond Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Size ITA: 17 USA: 8 This Ring is available also in 9 or 18K Yellow or White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
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.
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
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
$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
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
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
Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Cluster Ring with Rubies and Garnet
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tobacco Flower cocktail ring is made of 18 karat rose gold and features a stunning array of natural gems including: Oval ruby 4.27 carats, dimensions: 11.16x9.36 mm Oval ruby 0...
Blue Zircon, Mandarin Garnet, Zircon, Garnet, Tourmaline, Green Sapphire...
$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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 ...
Ruby, Garnet, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, 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
$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
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...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
4.79ct Oval Multi-Color Sapphire 14K Gold Eternity Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning eternity ring showcases a spectrum of beautifully set oval multi-color sapphires, meticulously arranged in 14K gold (or 18K custom option).
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
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
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
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
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
$2,406Sale Price|20% Off
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
$1,747Sale Price|20% Off
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
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
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, 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
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
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
Real 2.55 Carat Ruby 0.45 Carat Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or smaller upon request. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique German Ring natural 0.7ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 7.25 / 3.6gr
Located in SE
Old German Ruby and Diamonds Ring hand - made in ca. 1920s- 1930s.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$5,000
Ruby You and Me Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ruby You and Me Ring A yellow gold ring set with two oval rubies and two round-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Cabochon Ruby and Textured Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Ruby and Textured Diamond Cluster Ring Description: This vintage cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a central 4.63-carat oval cabochon ruby with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unheated 2.03ct Pigeon’s Blood Ruby Ring GRS Certificate - Stunning!
Located in bangkok, TH
The beautifully made ring contains a delightful array of pear/marquis diamonds of excellent quality with a feint yellow tint possibly, totalling 1.37ct.
Ruby, Platinum
1.05 Ct Ruby Diamond Engagement Band 14K Gold Channel Set Thick Gold Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
Make a bold statement with this 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Engagement Band, a distinctive designer ring featuring a vivid 1.05-carat natural ruby in a 5x7 mm oval cut at the ce...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 0.45 Ct Ruby Band 0.35 Ct Emerald Band 14K Gold Ruby Emerald Band unisex
Located in Jaipur, IN
**Ruby Emerald Sapphire Wedding Band Ring, Mixed Gemstone Ring, 14K Yellow Gold Wedding Band, Mozambique Ruby Ring** A vibrant celebration of color and craftsmanship, this handcraft...
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Unheated Burma 1.09ct Pigeon’s Blood Ruby & Diamond Ring GRS
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply magnificent and utterly unique Jewel set in solid 18k yellow gold, and featuring a stunning, completely unheated and untreated pigeon’s blood Ruby from Mogok in Burma weighi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond cocktail ring features an oval cut faceted ruby of brilliant color weighing 2.25 carats. The ruby's origin is Thailand. The center stone is flanked by custom cut...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Flower Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This characterful, vintage flower ring, features a central diamond surrounded by oval cut rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Fine GCI-Certified 3.17 ct Natural Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring – 18K Gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
An exceptional natural unheated ruby of 3.17 carats, displaying a vivid, fiery red hue, the most coveted shade among connoisseurs. Its color glows from within, revealing the depth an...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bora & Co GIA Certified 2.06ct Ruby and Diamond Two-Tone 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bora & Co GIA Certified 2.06ct Pink Sapphire and Diamond Two-Tone 18K Gold Ring A refined expression of elegance and passion, this Bora & Co ring showcases a 2.06-carat GIA-certifie...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
18k Solid Gold 2.98ctw Ruby & Diamond Wide Bombe Domed Cigar Cocktail Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 2.98 (approx.) Material: 18k Solid Yellow & White Gold Weight: 19.2 Grams Width: 15.7mm (0.62")(top of the ring - north to south), 9.5mm (bottom of the shank...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 0.92 Carat Burmese Ruby and 0.51 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 0.92 carat ruby and 0.51 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cluster ring; part of our vintage estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Princess Diana Inspired Ruby Ring with Diamond Halo in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It is crafted in 14k yellow gold and bespeaks glamour and elegance.July Birthstone Ring for Women: Ruby is the July birthstone and the traditional gemstone gift for the 15th & 40th w...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian 10/18K Gold Burma Ruby Old Euro Diamond Three Stone Ring - AGL
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 10/18K Gold Burma Ruby Old Euro Diamond Three Stone Ring - AGL. This incredible Victorian natural Burma ruby and old European cut diamond three stone ring...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Citrine Diamond Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Large Citrine diamond and ruby silver and gold cocktail ring. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-DJ69F. Scroll down for detailed specifications. This ring showcases a very large and vibrant ci...
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$2,556Sale 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
Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Pavé Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Pavé Dome Ring Description: This statement dome ring is crafted in solid 18kt yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Schlumberger For Tiffany & Co. No Heat 6 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. 5.94 Carat Oval Cut No Heat Ruby and 1 Carat Total Diamond Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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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