Yoko London South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Bangle in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
The warming combination of Ruby, Diamond, Pearl in 18K rose gold has been re-imagined by Yoko London in this glamorous bangle.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18...
Edwardian 14 Carat Rose Gold Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Pearl Bangle, c.1900
Located in London, GB
At the ends of the bangle are four cultured pearls measuring 3mm each with three rub over set rose cut diamonds to accompany them further down.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian 1.25 carat diamond ruby pearl 18k yellow gold and enamel snake bangle
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Victorian bracelet from the 1880’s combines the sparkle of six old European cut and twenty-two rose cut diamonds, totaling approximately 1.25 carats in J-K color and VS-SI clari...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Art Nouveau Amethyst and Pearl Bangle Bracelet
Located in Montgomery, AL
The center Amethyst is surrounded by a halo of 10 natural seed pearls. 8 additional seed pearls are set amongst the sinuous filigree accents along the top half of the bangle.
Amethyst, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Sold|$49,000
Ruby, Diamond, and Cultured Pearl Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
Ruby, Diamond, and Cultured Pearl Earrings This set has a bangle bracelet and pair of earrings.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Diamond and Ruby Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
additional stones: 2 round rubies weighing .30pts additional stones; 2 4mm cultured pearls color: H clarity: SI2-3 brand: custom handmade with safety chain metal: ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Multi Gem Diamond Akoya Pearl 18 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This well constructed estate cuff bracelet incorporates two strands of 40 lustrous 7.5mm cultured akoya pearls.The pearls are intersected by delicate yellow gold beads and 4 genuine ...
Emerald, Oriental Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
David Webb Platinum Gold Diamond Jade Ruby Pearl and Enamel Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb, Platinum Gold Diamond Jade Ruby Pearl and Enamel Bracelet
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby
Pair of Art Nouveau Gold, Pearl and Ruby Openwork Floral Motif Bracelets
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique openwork bangle bracelets of foliate design comprised of half-pearl flowers with ruby centers, in 18k gold.
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late Victorian Emerald, Ruby and Pearl Salamander Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
An extremely unique and rare late Victorian salamander bracelet set in 18k yellow gold. The bracelet is designed to depict an elegant looking salamander which is composed of 25 full...
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$4,800
Antique French Equestrian Bangle Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
SIZE: Fits average wrist WEIGHT: 15.4 grams STONES: .18 carats total weight of diamonds, .20 carats total weight of rubies, and pearls. HALLMARKS: French Assay M...
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
LB Exclusive 18 Karat Gold 1.33 Carat Diamond, Ruby and Mother of Pearl Bracelet
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This LB Exclusive bracelet is crafted from 18K yellow gold and embellished with diamonds, rubies, and mother of pearl. The diamonds amount to 1.33 carats and the rubies total 14.11 c...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$4,840
Pearl Sapphire Snake Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Unique Snake cuff with Pearls in center with Blue Sapphire on side with Diamonds. This cuff had intricate silver cut work on the back side and opens up on sides with safety...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Dutch Antique Gold Multi-Gemstone Pearl Harem Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An antique five-row harem bracelet comprised of rubies, diamonds, sapphires, pearls and peridots, in 14k and sterling silver. Dutch marks Inner circumference: approximately 6.75"
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Sold|$5,500
Victorian Enameled Gold Snake Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1890s, 14k, attributed to Italy. This delightful snake bracelet features a whimsically charming expression on a vibrant blue enamel head set with pearls and rubies. Inspired b...
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Moth Bracelet 14 Karat Gold Silver Chrysoberyl Fine Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
The wings are set with 1mm seed pearls. Cabochon rubies and sapphires measure 1.5mm.
Chrysoberyl, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid-Century, French, Diamond Gemstone Enamel 18k Gold Lion Hinged Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid Century French Diamond Gemstone Enamel 18k Gold Lion Hinged Bracelet. Featuring two pearls. Accented by 10 round brilliant cut rubies with a total weight of approximately 0.7...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Sold|$3,500
Victorian Ruby and Pearl Bangle Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Faceted rectangular rubies are set into a bangle of 15 karat yellow gold, with a cluster of pearls fashioned into a cross or four-leaf clover shape anchored in the center.
Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby and Pearl 9 Carat Gold Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The 9 carat gold is bright and the bangle has so much detail. Inner Diameter (hinge to clasp): 5.6cm Circumference: 17.5cm Weight: 7g
Ruby, Pearl, Gold
Easter Rabbit Bunny Turnip Natural Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Highly unusual little rabbit with a turnip on a 14K rose gold bangle. The silver rabbit, backed on gold, is covered in rose diamonds and has a ruby cabochon eye.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Sapphire & Pearl Vintage Jade Bangle Set 18K Gold&Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Sapphire Vintage Jade Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural red rubies - 4 Carats Natural Blue sapphires - 4 Carats Vintage Mint Green Jade The bangle h...
Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Baroque South Sea Pearl & Ruby set 22k Gold & Silver Bangle
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Bangle, Ruby & South Sea Pearls set in 22 Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby Cabochons - 9 carats in total, all around the bangle Shape - Oval shape Cabochon Baroque whi...
Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Bangle, Natural Ruby & South Sea Pearls set in 22 Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Bangle, Ruby & South Sea Pearls set in 22 Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby Cabochons - 9 carats in total, all around the bangle Shape - Oval shape Cabochon Baroque whi...
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Bangle, Australian Opal, Ruby & South Sea Pearls Set in 22K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Bangle, Ruby, Australian opal & South Sea Pearls set in 22 Gold & Silver Natural Ruby Cabochon - 4 carats in total, all around the bangle Shape - Oval shape Natural...
South Sea Pearl, Opal, Ruby, Gold, Silver, 22k Gold, Gold Plate
Bochic “Capri” Bangle, Australian Opal, Ruby & South Sea Pearls Set in 22k Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Bangle, Ruby, Australian opal & South Sea Pearls set in 22 Gold & Silver Natural Ruby Cabochon - 4 carats in total, all around the bangle Shape - Oval shape Natural...
Opal, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Go
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi color sapphires from Sri Lanka 3 Carat Colors: Pink, Orange, Blue, Rose, Yellow, ...
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18...
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Go
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi color sapphires from Sri Lanka 3 Carat Colors: Pink, Orange, Blue, Rose, Yellow, ...
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gr...
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Go
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi color sapphires from Sri Lanka 3 Carat Colors: Pink, Orange, Blue, Rose, Yellow, ...
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gr...
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl, Ruby & Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl, Ruby & Multi Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Beautiful Black Tahiti South Sea Pearl, gray silver color with pink tone Natural Red Ruby Ca...
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sa...
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Fancy Sapphire and South Sea Bangle
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Bangle, Ruby Fancy Sapphire & South Sea Pearl set in 22 Gold & Silver Natural Red Cabochon - 14 carats in total Baroque white south sea natural cultured pearls Whit...
Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapph...
Luise Diamonds Rubies Semiprecious Stones Pearls Amethyst Bracelet
By Luise
Located in Napoli, Campania
Bangles bracelet composed of 5 amethyst rows with rubies, one clasp mounted with diamonds, garnets, topaz, pearls and cintrine in the center of it.
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Topaz, 9k Gold, Silver
Hand Engraved Yellow Gold Open Bangle Bracelet with Pearls and Rubis
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior hand engraved 19,2k yellow gold open bangle bracelet with cultured pearls and rubis. Please check on the video how to open the bracelet. Unique piece accompanied with its own ...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Fancy Sapphire and South Sea Bangle Set in 22k Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Bangle, Ruby Fancy Sapphire & South Sea Pearl set in 22 Gold & Silver Natural Red Cabochon - 14 carats in total Baroque white south sea natural cultured pearls Whit...
Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapph...
Sold|$15,000
9k Gold Two Bangle Bracelets
Located in New York, NY
A stylish pair, comprising two 9k yellow gold bangles enhanced with rubies sapphires and pearls on one and emeralds and sapphires on the other.
Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold
Maz, Yellow Gold, Carved Onyx and Gemstone Bangle Bracelet
By Maz
Located in Chicago, IL
This fun bangle by the designer Maz, features carved twisting black onyx with cultured mabe pearl terminals decorated with four bezel set oval cabochon rubies and two round cabochon ...
Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Enamel Bangle with Multi Gemstone Surrounded by Pave Diamond in Star Fish Design
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"14kt Gold:3.28g, Diamond:2.98ct Pearl:2.72Cts, Ruby:1.73Cts Silver:103.37gm Enamel:8.59g
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
FROMENT-MEURICE 1890 Art Nouveau Bangle Bracelet 18Kt Gold With Gemstones
By Émile Froment-Meurice
Located in Miami, FL
There is embellished with a nice selection of one-hundred-two natural earth mined gemstones such; diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, rubies and pearls. Emile Froment-Meurice Emile From...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, ...
Luise Precious Stones Peridot Amethyst Pearl Diamond Lava Cameo Bracelet
By Luise
Located in Napoli, Campania
Original antique bracelet in 9kt gold and silver composed of 3 amethyst rows and mounted with lava carved cameo surrounded by diamonds, ruby, emeralds, yellow sapphires, blue sapphir...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow ...
Artisan Exclusive hand sewn Ruby Pearl Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
One of It's Kind 14K Yellow Gold Ruby & Pearl hand sewn 2 inch broad bangle with beautiful hand carved gold design inside the bangle.
Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Artisan Exclusive Hand-Sewn Ruby Pearl Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
One of It's Kind 14K Yellow Gold & Silver Ruby & Pearl hand sewn 2 inch broad bangle with beautiful hand carved gold design inside the bangle.
Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby & Blue Opal Bangle Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Natural Oval Shape Red Rubies - 7 Carats Natural Blue Australian Opals - 5 Carats South Sea White Baroque Pearl Multi color Sapphires This Bangle is from the "Capri" traveling c...
Opal, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Sold|$18,560
Mid-Victorian Pearl Ruby Bangle
Located in London, GB
A mid-Victorian ruby and pearl bangle, the bangle set with a central row of ten oval-shaped faceted rubies, estimated to weigh a total of 1.70 carats, alternately set with nine pearl...
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Sold|$15,860
A Victorian Ruby, Diamond And Pearl Bangle
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl, ruby and diamond bangle, consisted of three rows, the central one set with ten old brilliant-cut diamonds graduating from the centre, alternating-set with nine ov...
14k Gold
Sold|$12,500
Persian Pearl Ruby Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
Intricate Persian ruby and Persian Gulf pearl bangle.
Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold
Sold|$22,400
Mother of Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Bangle
By Maurice Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This unusual bangle was inspired by the mother of pearl that ended up in our graces.
Pearl, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$4,070
Gold Ruby Pearl Bangle Bracelet
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Metal:14K Yellow Gold Marked / Tested:14K, 585 Gemstones/Diamonds:Rubies Pearls - 5.4mm To 6.6mm In Diameter Clarity: n/a Color: n/a Measurements:Bracelet Comfortably Fits Up To 7" W...
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Ruby and Diamonds Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style - Bangle Metal - 14k Yellow Gold Stones - Pearl, Ruby & Diamonds Weight - 33.9 Grams - Fits a 6.5" wrist 8665-2aee
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Victorian 18k Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, and Pearl Enameled Cherub Bangle
Located in Narberth, PA
The centerpiece is decorated with an intricate, hand painted enamel depiction of two winged cherubs holding up an etched basket, which contains flowers and fruits represented by bead...
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
An Antique Deccan Double-Sided Bangle Set with Rubies
Located in London, GB
Fine Indian ruby pearl gold bangle
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold
Victorian Turquoise, Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Enameled Hand Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely breathtaking bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in vibrant 18kt yellow gold, this gorgeous piece displays a 3-dimensional motif of a hand holding an elo...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel
Sold|$27,000
Antique Indian Bangle
Located in Greenwich, CT
An antique Indian bangle, designed as a continuous band of flat cabochon emeralds and rubies within arched gold settings and running seed pearl detail, mounted in high carat gold
Ruby, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Akoya Pearls and Rubies 18K Rose Gold thin Bracelet by Frederique Berman
By Frederique Berman
Located in Geneve, Genf
DEVA : Akoya Pearls and Rubies 18K Rose Gold thin Bracelet by Frederique Berman Deva is a collection of thin rose gold bracelets set with Akoya pearls centered by precious stones.The...
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian 15ct Yellow Gold Ruby, Diamond, and Pearl Etruscan Style Bracelet
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fantastic Victorian 15ct yellow gold ruby, diamond, and pearl Etruscan style bracelet. Dating from the period 1860-1870 when the gold granulation process was developed by jewellers...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$2,753
Multi Gem Set Hollow Elephant Bangle
Located in Tetsworth, GB
A multi gem set hollow elephant bangle, intricately pierced and slightly tapering form with continuous starburst motifs and terminals in the form of elephant heads with intertwined t...
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby
Sold|$27,000
Antique Indian Bangle c1820s
Located in Greenwich, CT
An antique Indian bangle, designed as a continuous band of flat cabochon emeralds and rubies within arched gold settings and running seed pearl detail, mounted in high carat gold
Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Swallow Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A beautiful Etruscan Revival bangle dating from the 1870s. The centrepiece as a pearl and ruby set swallow, wonderfully adorned by the applied rope goldwork that's typical of the sty...
Natural Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold
Contemporary Multi Gemstone Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
The ensemble of stones includes turquoise, ruby, emerald, and pearls. The bangle is hinged and has a push clasp on the side with a safety chain for added security.
Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, 14k 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.
Today, it would be tough to track down a jewelry lover who doesn’t have a stack of vintage bangles and other bracelets ready to go for any occasion.
People have worn bangles and other bracelets for centuries. Examples can be found in the wide range of personal adornments favored by the Ancient Egyptians, some of whom wore bracelets and armlets made of gold and flecked with gemstones such as lapis and turquoise.
Fashion has evolved over the years, but the popularity of bangles has remained the same. Jewelry makers have created cuffs in all manner of styles, and no matter what your taste, you can find antique and vintage diamond bangles, ruby bangles, emerald bangles and more to suit you and to pair with any of your favorite ensembles. And although “bracelets” and “bangles” are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two.
Bangles are solid, one-piece bands that are always characterized by their rigid ring shape. Today, they’re made of metal, plastic, wood or other materials. Because this cuff is a solid piece, you have to slide it over your hand. Bracelets, however, are flexible pieces. Whether they’re charm bracelets, link bracelets, beaded bracelets or another variety, you open and close a bracelet at its ends, where it locks around your wrist with a clasp.
Bracelets and bangles suit most anyone, and there’s a style of bangle for every occasion, whether you’ve opted for an Art Deco bangle, a Victorian-era bangle or another kind. And their versatility doesn’t end there. Jewelry lovers know that when it comes to bangle bracelets (and other kinds of bracelets), you never have to choose just one. Just as you might wear a vintage tennis bracelet by itself or pair it with other thin bracelets, you can opt for a simple pared-down look with a single bangle or go big and stack your sculptural modern bangles to deepen their impact or double up your classic gold bangles and pair them with a T-shirt and jeans or a comfortable cotton day dress.
Browse an extensive collection of vintage bangle bracelets and other bracelets on 1stDibs. Find extraordinary works by iconic jewelry houses such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and David Webb, or peruse the array of link bracelets, cuff bracelets and diamond bangle bracelets for innumerable accessorizing options.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
As elegant as they are versatile, these jewels have become chic staples.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.