Pearl And Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary European Fashion Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cuff Bracelets
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, Sterling Silver
1990s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Unknown More Bracelets
Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18th Century Georgian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Ruby, Gold
20th Century Japanese Retro Retro Bracelets
Ruby, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Silver
Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 22k Gold
Antique 18th Century Georgian Link Bracelets
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Ruby, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
Pearl, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Cufflinks
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
2010s Asian Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s British Three-Stone Rings
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Late Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique 1840s Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Silver
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches
Amethyst, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Cufflinks
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1830s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Italian Stud Earrings
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Natural Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artist Pendant Necklaces
Black Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Ruby, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Canadian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline
2010s Canadian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s English Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Ruby, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Cufflinks
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Brooches
Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
2010s Indian Art Nouveau Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver
1990s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s British Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Pearl, Coral, 9k Gold, Gold
1990s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1880s Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby
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Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship
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.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to tell if a ruby is a pigeon’s blood ruby is to take the gemstone to a licensed jewelry appraiser. Although you can attempt to identify the stone from its coloration, an expert can give you a more definitive answer. You'll find a wide variety of expertly vetted ruby gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are rubies expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, rubies can be quite expensive. Rubies of exceptional quality have recorded prices of over $1,000,000 per carat.
- What are blood rubies?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Pigeon blood rubies are brilliantly red rubies with a hint of blue undertones that are found in Burma, which is now known as Myanmar. They are thought to be some of the finest rubies in the world. Shop a range of authentic pigeon blood rubies on 1stDibs.
- What is Burmese ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Burmese ruby is a precious gemstone that ranges in color from dark pink to bright red. They come from the country of Myanmar, formerly called Burma. Find a variety of Burmese ruby gemstone jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a ruby cabochon?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A ruby cabochon refers to a type of cut with a dome top, and sometimes a dome bottom as well. The dome shape shows off the color purity of rubies and other gemstones without extinctions being present. Shop a wide range of ruby cabochon jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is Ruby used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A ruby is a common stone used in jewelry. The benefits of wearing a ruby stone includes inducating the feelings of love, warmth, and compassion in the heart.
- What is a Madagascar ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Madagascar ruby is mined from the island of Madagascar. The island is known to have a wealth of ruby deposits. The rubies found here can be quite large, have good clarity and are an intense, medium-to-deep red color. Shop a variety of Madagascar ruby jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a Thai ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Thai ruby is a deep red corundum gemstone that originates from mines located in Thailand. You will sometimes see them referred to as Siamese rubies because the country was known as Siam until 1939. Find a variety of Thai ruby gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Can Rubies be pink?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, rubies can be pink. While the most common and recognizable color for a ruby is red, a ruby can also be purple, pink, and orange.
- Are black pearls real pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, some black pearls are real pearls. Genuine black pearls typically come from Tahiti, sourced from black-lip pearl oysters. Some jewelry features synthetic black pearls created in laboratories. Explore a selection of black pearl jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There isn't a hard-and-fast rule about whether you should wear pearl earrings with a pearl necklace. While pearl earrings can complement a pearl necklace, you're free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. For example, you might join a multi-strand statement necklace with a pair of simple gold hoops or diamond studs. A dramatic gemstone necklace can be balanced with a pair of understated pearl button earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of pearl jewelry.
- Is there a fake pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Yes, there is a fake pearl. In fact, many materials can be used to make faux pearls, such as glass, plastic, mollusk shells, alabaster, bone and stone. These alternate materials typically feel smooth, and their texture sets them apart from real pearls, which have a slightly gritty or rough surface. If you'd like help determining whether a piece of jewelry has real or fake pearls, seek the opinion of an experienced jeweler or certified appraiser. Shop a large collection of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are there freshwater pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Yes, there are freshwater pearls. Certain species of pearl-producing mollusks do live in bodies of freshwater. Among them are Hyriopsis cumingi and Hyriopsis schlegeli. Most freshwater pearls come from the United States and Japan. Shop a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a pearl clasp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pearl clasp is an opening and closing device that holds a necklace together - in this case, a pearl necklace. The clasp works by hooking one end of the necklace into the other end and locking in place. Shop a collection of expertly vetted jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a coin pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Coin pearls are a type of flat rounded pearls that are almost coin shaped. They can be worn casually or as an elegant accessory. There is a range of pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Where are pearl earrings from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023No one knows for sure where pearl earrings originated, but scholars have determined that they date back to ancient times. According to surviving records, the ancient Chinese often presented members of royal families with pearls as gifts. During the 1st century B.C., Julius Caesar passed a law stating that only members of the ruling class could wear pearl jewelry. Shop a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
- What are Mikimoto pearls?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Mikimoto pearls are cultured pearls sourced from Akoya oysters located in the waters off the shores of Honshu, Japan, by the jewelry house of Mikimoto. Cultured pearls are genuine pearls produced with human assistance to encourage production and promote the development of a more attractive product. Find a variety of Mikimoto pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Why are pearls so special?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Pearls are so special because they are rare in nature. They form only when something gets inside an oyster or mussel and causes irritation. The mollusk then secretes substances similar to those found on its shell. These harden around the foreign body to create a pearl. Only about one out of every 10,000 wild oysters will ever make a single pearl, and the vast majority of the pearls that occur naturally are too small to use in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pearl jewelry.
- What is the best grade of ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The best grade of ruby is determined by a range of factors. The Four Cs of selecting the perfect diamond, which are 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 that 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. Professionals recommend that you consult with a jeweler or gemologist in order to best determine which ruby will meet your needs as well as align with your budget. Find an assortment of ruby jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is the best cut for a ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The best cut for rubies is a matter of personal choice. An oval cut is the most preferred cut for ruby; this is because an oval cut reduces waste. The cut should show off this stone’s color and clarity. According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and that the stone should be clear and inclusion free. Find a collection of ruby jewelry on 1stDibs.