GIA Certified 4.94 Carat Natural Vivid Red Ruby Diamonds Ring 18 Karat Origin*
Located in New York, NY
Vs-2 clarity, G color. 18kt. yellow gold. 5.8 grams. Ring is .31 Inch wide Depth: .30 inch current ring size: 7.25 can be resized (slightly) please inquire $60,000 apprais...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Synthetic Ruby and Sapphire 0.48 Carat Zircon 0.10 Carat Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage multi-gemstone ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Zircon, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.20ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Elegant claws hold all three stones into a platinum collet. A band of 18 carat yellow gold completes the piece perfectly Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Oval Cut Carat Weight: 1.20 Meta...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$12,550Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 2.25ct Burmese Ruby & Diamond Three Stone Ring 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Approximately G/H color and VS clarity. 18k white gold with yellow gold prongs, 6.27 grams, current ring size 6.5.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Style Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This vibrant yellow gold ring will add colour to any occasion.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 0.75ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1977
Located in London, GB
The trio of stones are all claw set into a platinum collet, whilst the band is made in contrasting 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Oval Cut Carat Weight: 0.75 Meta...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$2,392Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.87 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring 14k Solid Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
1.87 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring 14k Solid Gold This ring showcases an elegant oval-cut emerald at the center, surrounded by a halo of brilliant round ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.37 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
The ring is crafted from 18k white gold, and features a two-tone 18k gold finish, with yellow gold prongs and white gold ring setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.87 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring 18k Solid Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
1.87 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Engagement Ring 18k Solid Gold This ring showcases an elegant oval-cut emerald at the center, surrounded by a halo of brilliant round ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,265Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.68TCW Natural Diamond Eternity Band Ring with Oval Cut Emerald 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Genuine 2.68TCW SI/H Natural Diamond Emerald Ring 14k White Gold Jewelry Gift. This ring features a captivating oval-cut emerald at its center — a gemstone renowned for its lush gree...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified No Heat Burma Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
The ring is Victorian, circa 1890. It presents an old cut oval ruby with very good crystal accompanied by GIA report #2193963124, stating the ruby is 1.42 carats, Burma origin, with ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Giardinetti Ring 1ct Emerald Diamond Ruby 14K Gold SilverØ 2.5US/4gr
Located in SE
Ca. middle/late 18th. century ring, 14K Rose Gold band with a 'Giardinetto' (small garden) openwork crown with Silver and Yellow Gold top.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
GIA Cert. 3.93 Carat No Heat Ruby & Diamond Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified 3.93 carat oval cabochon-cut purplish red ruby with no heat treatment in 18K yellow gold wide band ring featuring 1.00 carat channel-set diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Byzantine Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios unique designer Band Ring is 18 Karat Yellow Gold and all handmade with Byzantine bead granulation and a unique velvet background finished. This gorgeous band ring fe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sap...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Byzantine Style Multicolor Gem Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Hand Made 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring decorated with Byzantine-era style Granulation and a combination of Diamonds, Rubies, and an Emerald The Ring features Brilliant cut Di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Peacock Ring with Natural Sapphire and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peacock ring is in 18 karat yellow or rose gold with natural oval cut blue sapphire.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
Art Deco Style Engraved Bone Black Onyx Ruby Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Bone cabochon surmounted by a Round Ruby Cabochon in a Black Onyx ring and set in a 14k yellow gold bezel...The shank is also i...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Oval Shape 2.17Ct SI/HI Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural Oval Shape 2.17Ct SI/HI Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 18k White Gold Celebrate forever with our oval-Cut Diamond half Eternity Band, a sophisticated and timeless piece that...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL and GRS Certified 9.09 ct Unheated Burma Star Ruby Diamond 18KYG Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous genuine red ruby set in 18K yellow gold, this oval gemstone is a must have for all collectors.
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval SI/H 3.58Ct Diamond Eternity Proposal Band Ring 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Oval SI/H 3.58Ct Diamond Eternity Proposal Band Ring 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry The ring showcases a continuous circle of brilliant oval-cut diamonds that wrap seamlessly around the...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,542Sale Price / item|20% Off
Oval SI/H 3.58Ct Diamond Eternity Proposal Band Ring 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Oval SI/H 3.58Ct Diamond Eternity Proposal Band Ring 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry The ring showcases a continuous circle of brilliant oval-cut diamonds that wrap seamlessly around the...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified Yellow Diamond and White Diamond in 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
By HYT Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This timeless 18K gold ring features a lustrous Yellow diamond surrounded by small Yellow diamonds as a halo, and delicate arrangement of pear shape and round shape white diamonds.
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,742Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Oval Cut Diamond 2.17Ct SI/HI Half Eternity Band Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural Oval Cut Diamond 2.17Ct SI/HI Half Eternity Band Ring 14k White Gold This ring features a continuous row of dazzling oval-shaped diamonds, set in half band.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$8,640Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in a sophisticated combination of platinum and 18K yellow gold, the ring features a stunning natural oval-cut ruby at its center, weighing approximately 0.55 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$2,046Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist Two Stone Oval SI/H Diamond Open Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Minimalist Two Stone Oval SI/H Diamond Open Wrap Ring 18 Karat White Gold This contemporary bypass-style ring features two stunning oval-cut diamonds, placed gracefully at each end ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,796Sale Price|43% Off
Georgian Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring Dazzling & Rare
Located in Northampton, MA
And numerous tiny single-cut diamonds trim the outside edge. Six oval rubies complete the ring. The rubies together weigh approximately 1.68 carats.
Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver
Carrera Y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds Eagle Head Ring
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Two oval Ruby cabachons are set as eyes. The detail of the feathers continues all the way around the ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Engraved Jade Black Onyx Ruby Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Jade cabochon measuring 19x28mm surmounted by a Round Ruby Cabochon in a Black Onyx ring and set in a 14k yellow gold bezel...Th...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
GRS Certified 1.50 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The center stone is a 1.50 carat ruby. The stone has been certified by GRS as Burmese, without any heat treatment, and completely natur...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Natural Diamond Rubellite Ring 14K Gold Vintage Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Rubellite Ring 14K Gold Vintage Estate This lovely estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with natural Earth mined Rubellite and diamonds. The cente...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Victorian Opal, Diamond & Demantoid Garnet Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning Victorian 18ct gold cluster ring, featuring a magnificent opal at its centre surrounded by a cluster ...
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Cabochon Ruby and Sapphire "Vous et Moi" Bypass Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Ruby and Sapphire set by Outer Rails of Brilliant-Cut Diamonds and Channel Set with Ruby and Sapphire Baguette Cut Gems. Signed - VCA Made in France
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,606Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.8 Ct Oval Cut Emerald Ring with Cluster Diamond Floral 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
1.8Ct Zambian Emerald 3.23Ct Diamond Floral Halo Ring 18 Karat White Gold This elegant ring showcases a stunning oval-cut emerald at its center.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920 Anna's Ring natural 0.5 ct Ruby solid 18K Gold US6.25 / 1.35gr
Located in SE
A Ring from distant Art- Deco period, engraved band in solid 18K Yellow Gold with bezel set oval cut natural Red Ruby 5 mm x 4 mm / ca. 0.5 ct.
Ruby, 18k Gold
Marchak Natural Unenhanced Star Ruby Carved Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Marchak
Located in London, GB
Star ruby carved emerald and diamond ring. Set with a natural unenhanced oval cabochon star ruby displaying strong asterism with an approximate weight of 30.00 carats in a raised ope...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.29 ct certified Burmese cluster ruby ring in 18 k with 2 cts diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
A 2.29 ct certified Burmese ruby ring in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. This elegant ring is set with a large oval-cut Burmese ruby weighing 2.29 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Halo Ring natural Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 6.75 /2.2gr
Located in SE
Beautiful German Halo Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Imperial Russian Ring solid 56 /14K Gold Diamonds Ruby ØUS5.5 / 3gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Antique Imperial period Russian Ring featuring crown decorated with oval cut natural Rubies and rose cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Edwardian 0.40ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Twist Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A contrasting band of 18 carat yellow gold finished the ring perfectly. Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Oval Cut Carat Weight: 0.40 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1910s Size: K
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Solid Gold GIA 1.91ctw Burma Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total carat weight: 1.91 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold with White Gold Side Baskets Weight: 2.71 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (Fitted on a finger.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.45 Carat Unheated Burma Ruby Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Set in a platinum band with 18K yellow gold prongs, this ring exemplifies the elegant contrast that elevates truly fine jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$7,988Sale Price|20% Off
ITALIAN 1970 Modernist Bombe Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Diamonds Chrysoprase & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
The colorful ring was hand crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with polished finish and white gold for the diamond's settings.
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
This platinum piece features an oval faceted rich red ruby at the centre of an open face in a fine yellow gold milgrain setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$19,200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Rare Tiffany & Co. NO HEAT Burma Ruby Cocktail
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Rare Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold Oval Burma Ruby Cocktail Ring An exceptional vintage cocktail ring by Tiffany & Co., designed by the legendary Jean S...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.45 Carat Unheated Burma Ruby Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
Set in a platinum band with 18K yellow gold prongs, this ring exemplifies the elegant contrast that elevates truly fine jewelry.
Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian Paste and 15k Yellow Gold Cannetille Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique paste ring has been crafted in 15k yellow gold. The pierced decorated, cannetille style design mount is ornamented with a feature claw / prong set o...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage .96 Ct Natural Ruby .60 Ct Diamond G VVS Five Stone ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Gipsy Five Stone This beautiful Retro five stone ring is 1940/45 ca Suitable for either sex, comes in a traditional Gipsy design comprising a centre Ruby flanked by two Diamonds on e...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$132,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4.00 Carat Vivid Red “Pigeon’s Blood” Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Design & Setting: The oval-cut ruby is securely held by 18K yellow gold prongs, enhancing its rich, fiery hue.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$4,665Sale Price / item|20% Off
All Tariffs Paid 2.13Ct SI/H Oval Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural 2.13 Carat SI/H Oval Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 14 Karat White Gold Celebrate forever with our Oval-Cut Diamond Eternity Band, a sophisticated and timeless piece that sy...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,566Sale Price / item|20% Off
Real 1.32 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Oval Shape Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Real 1.32 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Oval Shape Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Celebrate forever with our Oval-Cut Diamond Eternity Band, a sophisticated and timeless piece that sym...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 1.55 Ct Natural Ruby .40 Ct Old Diamond 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold Hallmarks: English assay Gems: 3 oval faceted cut natural rubies totalling approx 1.40 Ct – 2 old European cut diamonds totalling approx .50 Ct UK size: K 1/...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Trabert & Hoeffer with Mauboussin Burmese Ruby Cocktail Ring, circa 1940.
By Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Trabert & Hoeffer with Mauboussin Burmese ruby cocktail ring. Set with a cluster of ten oval cabochon cut natural unenhanced Burmese rubies in open back claw settings with a combined...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,637Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum Jewels Oval Cut 0.50Ct SI/H Diamond White Gold Open Band Ring In Stock
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Spectrum Jewels Oval Cut 0.50Ct SI/H Diamond White Gold Open Band Ring In Stock.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 2.13 Carat SI/H Oval Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural 2.13 Carat SI/H Oval Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold Celebrate forever with our Oval-Cut Diamond Eternity Band, a sophisticated and timeless piece that sy...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Real 1.32 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Oval Shape Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Real 1.32 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Oval Shape Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Celebrate forever with our Oval-Cut Diamond Eternity Band, a sophisticated and timeless piece that sym...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bulgari Natural No Heat Burma Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
The Bvlgari ring features an oval-shaped burma ruby no heat measuring 9.85 x 7.00 x 4.28 mm and weighing 3.20 carats, flanked by oval-shaped sapphires approximately 0.75 carat, accen...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.30ct Diamond and Ruby Three Stone Ring, C.1880s
Located in London, GB
Expert handcrafted detailing is shown on the shoulders of this 18ct yellow gold Victorian ring. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old Oval Cut Carat Weight: 0.30 Colour: G Clarity: VS2 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Two-Tone Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer ring is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This gorgeous ring is microscopically decorated with gold wires - granulated details contrast with a unique Byza...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Emerald, Multi-gemsto...
1.4CT Natural Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Three-Stone Halo Engagement Ring
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
✨ Stone Details: Center Stone: Approx. 1.40ct Natural Oval-Cut Ruby, Emerald, or Sapphire Side Stones: Approx. 0.26ct Natural Round-Cut Diamonds (G/VS) Setting Style: Three-Ston...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k 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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