Diana M. 1.70 Cts. Ruby and Diamond Fashion Cocktail Ring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
14 kt yellow gold ruby and diamond ring featuring a center 0.50 ct oval cut ruby surrounded by 4 sections adorned with 1.20 cts tw of micropave diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 3.20 Carat No Heat Natural Ruby Diamonds Ring 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Halo Cluster Diana Prime GIA Certified 2.00Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 6197270663 Oval Brilliant Transparent, Purple - Red. 8.16 X 7.38 X 3.79mm No Heat / No Enhancement...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Unheated Burma Star Ruby and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Ring size 6.75. GIA certificate included.
White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold
1.30 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Gem Report
Located in Pasadena, CA
The ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold, ring size is approximately size 5.5.
18k Gold
From $4,534 / item
5.78 TCW Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
5.78 TCW Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 14k White Gold features oval cut ruby in center with two tapered diamonds each set beside it making a three stone style ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
From $5,668 / item
5.78 TCW Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
5.78 TCW Ruby Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring 18k White Gold features oval cut ruby in center with two tapered diamonds each set beside it making a three stone style ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Levian, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Ring signed by Levian made in 18k yellow gold. The ring weighs 6.24 grams. The ring size is US 6.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
AIGL Certified 2.38ctw Ruby Art Deco Style Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Certified & Appraised by American International Gemological Laboratories This Burma Ruby is Beyond Rare! Ring Size: US 6.5 (Free sizing available) Natural Ruby: 1.56ct Cut: Oval T...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 5.25- This elegant ring features one genuine oval ruby (7 mm x 5 mm) surrounded by 16 rose cut diamonds a...
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Morning Glory Red Pink Ruby & Round Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
With a gorgeous design that includes a diamond center and ruby petals of morning glory flower design, this antique-style ring will make you beam with happiness. 14K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Oval Carat Weight: 0.90 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1900s Size: P
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$16,093Sale Price|20% Off
Rose Gold Floral Cocktail Pink Rubies Ring with Sapphires and Malaya Garnet
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tobacco Flower contemporary floral cocktail ring is made of 18 karat rose gold. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,...
Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sa...
Rose Gold Cocktail Sapphires Custom Made Ring with Rubies and Malaya Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tobacco Flower contemporary cocktail ring is made of 18 karat rose gold. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,95 cara...
Zircon, Blue Zircon, Purple Sapphire, Mandarin Garnet, Tourmaline, Green...
Victorian 0.90 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Oval Cut Carat Weight: 0.90 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s Size: O
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Edwardian 0.30ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Oval Cut Carat Weight: 0.30 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: N
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
4.22 Carat Yellow White Diamond Oval Shape Halo Platinum GIA Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This Spectacular GIA Certified 3.16 Carat Yellow Oval Diamond Color N Clarity SI1 which is set in the center with 0.93 Carat of White Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the Outer Halo f...
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pink Diamond, Eme...
AGL Certified 1.30 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K YELLOW GOLD 6 DIAMONDS 0. 11 CARATS 1 NO-HEAT BURMESE RUBY 1.30 CARATS AGL LAB CERTIFIED Experience the timeless elegance of our Meandros Legacy ring. This exquisite piece c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Garnet and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A rich Garnet takes center stage in this Art Deco–inspired step ring, glowing with deep, captivating warmth. Encircling the gem, sparkling Diamonds enhance its brilliance, while diam...
Diamond, Ruby, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Burma Unheated Ruby and Burma Unheated Blue sapphire ring in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
Features: Main Gemstone (2pcs) - Sapphire, Ruby Weight (Main Gem) - 0.49ct + 0.49ct (approx) Measurement - 5.40 x 4.10 x 2.66 mm (Sapphire) / 5.20 x 4.10 x 2.76 mm (Ruby) Cut - ...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 1.30Carat Natural Vivid Red Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Coil Wrap*
Located in New York, NY
Vs-2 clarity, G color. 18kt. white / yellow gold. 8.8 grams. Ring is .32 Inch wide current ring size: 7 can be resized please inquire $12,000 appraisal certificate will a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Ring with Diamond Halo and Ruby Dragonfly Motif 14K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
It comes with an appraisal card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Ethiopian Opal, Diamonds, Rubies Opal Shape: Oval Cab...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
2.26 Carat Emerald 10.51 Carat Ruby Diamond Colorful Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A scintillating mix of 2.26 Colombian Emerald , 10.51 carat old mine ruby and 0.32 carats of white round brilliant diamond are set together in this eye catching ring. The details of ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Mozambique Ruby & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Ruby Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring with Pink Rubies, Rubellite and Malaya Garnet
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tobacco Flower contemporary floral cocktail ring is made of 18 karat rose gold. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval ruby 0,98 carats, 7x...
Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Zirco...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Ruby Floral Petal Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer floral ring crafted from solid 18 Karat White Gold. This gorgeous piece features a 0.60 Carat oval cut Ruby center and flower petals decorated with 0.65-carat bri...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in an openwork design with exceptional detail, this ring is perfect for any collection. Ring size: 8 1/2 Metal: 18 Karat yellow gold Stamp: (maker's mark) 18K Gross weight: 8.5...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 0.55ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Oval Cut Carat Weight: 0.55 Age: 1910s Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Size: Q
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 5.11 Carat Ruby and Diamond 3-Stone Engagement Ring in 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perfectly matched, fine diamonds faceted as stylish yet sophisticated trapezoid shapes are set on either side of this gorgeous ruby. Handmade of 18k white and yellow gold by our Mas...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 0.85ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Oval Cut Carat Weight: 0.85 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1970s Size: M
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Mario Buccellati 5.00 Carat Ruby Ring
By Mario Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white and yellow gold with a center Oval cut center Ruby weighing approximately 3.00 carats and two Oval cut side Rubies weighing approximately a total of 2.00 ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
GGTL Certified Blue and Pink Sapphire Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Harajuku contemporary ring is made of 18 karat yellow gold with natural gems on your choice custom made. This piece can be personally signed for the same price. The gems are: Ov...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Spinel, Tanzanite, Gold, 1...
Hemmerle 5.40 carats Ruby Cabochon Ring, Munich Germany, 1980s
By Hemmerle
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Maker: Hemmerle, Munich Period: 1980s Material: 18 karat yellow gold, stamped 750 Stones: Three oval ruby cabochons, approximately 5.40 carats total Ring size: EU 55.5 / US 7.5 / UK ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
"Octopus" Ring in Textured 14K Gold with Star Ruby and Parti & Star Sapphires
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
The ring is a freeform delivery system in hammered 14 karat yellow gold -- unapologetically substantial but comfortable to wear.
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold,...
12 Carat Green Onyx 4.5 Carat Carved Ruby Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Retro to Art Deco 12 Carat Green Onyx and 4.5 Carat Carved Ruby Ring. The ring is 14 Karat Gold. The sparkling oval Green Onyx cabochon cut gem, also...
Ruby, Chalcedony, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous three-stone ring taken from the Victorian period. At the centre of the face we find an oval faceted ruby of Burmese origin. This striking principal stone show...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Old Cut, Oval Carat Weight: 0.65 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: Edwardian, 1910s Size: L
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
GIA 2.30 Carat Natural Red No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Unheated Cluster*
Located in New York, NY
1.12ct. Natural GIA "No Heat" Ruby Diamonds ring. Ruby No Heat Classic Vintage Cluster Deco Class. Ruby, Clean Clarity Vivid red color. Brilliant sparkles from all angles Prist...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintaged Style 0.82Ct Burma Unheated Ruby ring With Diamond
Located in Singapore, SG
Features : Main Gemstone (1pc) - Ruby Total Carat Weight (1pc) - 0.82Ct Natural Diamonds (18pcs) - 0.16Ct Measurement of ruby - 6.8x6.2mm ( Approx) Cut - Mixed Oval Cut Clarity...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3.6 Carat Burma Ruby Minor Heat and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 3.6 Carat of very clean natural GIA Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring GIA report 3215496405 Burma Ruby is Minor Heat Gold: 10 Gm Yellow gold Diamonds:...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2.64 Carats Red Ruby and Diamonds - Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
Ring Size: UK - N, US - 7 Centre Stone: 2.64 Carats Oval Ruby Shank Width: 2.2mm
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
It has beautiful detailing on the shoulders and is intricate in design. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Old Oval Cut Carat Weight: 0.20 Main Total Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s Size...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
0.34 Carat Ruby 0.12 Carat SI/H Diamond Ring 10 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details Item Code :- STR-2170 Gross Wt. :- 1.11 gm 10k White Gold Wt. :- 1.02 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.12 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Natural Ruby Wt. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphires Diamonds Emeralds Rubies 18 Karat White Gold Cockatil Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful 18 karat white gold colorful cocktail ring mounted with green yellow and blue sapphires,rubies,emeralds and diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Daffodil Floral Ring with Amethyst and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Daffodil ring is in 18 karat yellow or rose gold with natural oval cut amethyst.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gol...
18 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Red Sapphire Ring with Rubies and Malaya Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tobacco Flower contemporary cocktail ring is made of 18 karat rose gold. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,95 cara...
Zircon, Blue Zircon, Purple Sapphire, Mandarin Garnet, Tourmaline, Green...
Victorian 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Each stone is claw set into an expertly hand crafted ring crafted entirely in 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Ruby & Diamond Stone Shape: Oval cut Carat Weight: 1.00ct Certificatio...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AIG 2.0 Carat Ovale Ruby and 1.13 Carat Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Crema, Cremona
An 18 Kt Yellow and White Gold Band Ring with: - a 7x9 mm Oval Faceted Natural Ruby of estimated weight of over 2.00 cts, Purplish Red and Transparent.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval and Pear shape Color Diamonds 3.65 ct Contemporary Ring in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Make a statement with this breathtaking floral-inspired masterpiece. Crafted in warm gold, it features a captivating duet of oval-cut Natural Fancy Color Diamonds, canary yellow and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
3.15 ct Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring, GRS Certified, No Heat
Located in Roma, IT
Its brilliance and color saturation make it an extraordinary centerpiece. Surrounding the ruby is a halo of round brilliant-cut diamonds, further enhanced by trapezoid-cut diamond sh...
Diamond, Ruby
Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Three Stone Ring in 9K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 9K Yellow Gold Total weight: 3.14 g.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval White Icy Jade Marquise Diamond Unique Engagement Ring in Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Alternating Oval white jade, round brilliant diamonds and marquise rubies create an alluring pattern across the top of this elegant and distinctive ring.
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cabochon Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Bypass Ring Description: This magnificent cocktail ring is crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18k
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A BVLGARI Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring made in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
From $6,448 / item
2.13 Carat Natural Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Celebrate your forever with a ring that speaks of love, purity, and trust. Our natural diamond engagement ring, available in solid 18K gold, is crafted with unmatched precision and p...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$35,400Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $88, 500 Fancy Large 18KT Gold Glittering Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Radiant 18KT Yellow Gold Large Ruby Diamond Ring. Ring is comprised of A Gorgeous Fancy Fiery Oval Ruby surrounded with Exquis...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,750Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 14k White Gold Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Choose from: Different gemstone types (e.g., sapphire, ruby, tanzanite) Custom shapes, sizes, and settings Metal options (yellow gold, rose gold, white gold) Engraving for personal m...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Chaumet Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1980
By Chaumet
Located in London, GB
Chaumet Burmese ruby and diamond cluster ring. Set with six oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese rubies in open back claw settings with a combined approximate weight of 2.50 carat...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.18 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring Crafted in 18K
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 1.18 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this striking cocktail ring centers a vivid oval Pigeon Blood ruby, certified by GIA (Re...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A. Jaffe Ladies 18K Green & White Gold Sapphire Rubies Diamond Cocktail Ring Set
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: A. Jaffe Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Green & White Gold Ring 1 Size: 6 Shank Maximum Width: 2.10 mm Weight: 3.40 grams Ring 2 Size: 6 Shank Maximum Width: 10.30 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
Set in platinum and 18k yellow gold. Currently a size 6.5, this ring can easily be resized.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
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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