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Mozambique Pink Ruby Diamond Contemporary Dress Ring
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mozambique Pink Ruby Diamond Contemporary Dress Ring featuring a natural pinkish red Mozambique
Category

2010s Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Natural Pink Ruby Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Pink Ruby Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail This gorgeous estate ring is finely
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater & Pink Ruby Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” FreshWater & Pink Ruby Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Ruby Oval Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Michael Kneebone Pink Ruby White Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A pink ruby is featured in this elegant and classic cocktail ring. The ruby (origin: Sri Lanka) is
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Pink Ruby Cabochon 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bright and colorful, this modest size earring pair displays four cheerful 3.5mm pink ruby cabochons
Category

Early 2000s Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Cocktail Ring Pink Ruby & Spessartine-Orange Garnet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pink Ruby & Spessartine-Orange-Red Garnet 18k white gold 13.55 gram Total small Ruby stones 5.40
Category

1990s Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Cocktail Ring Pink Ruby & Spessartine-Orange Garnet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pink Ruby & Spessartine-Orange-Red Garnet 18k white gold 13.55 gram Total small Ruby stones 5.40
Category

1990s Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi-Strand Faceted Burmese Pink Ruby and Pave` Diamond Beaded Necklace
Located in Nantucket, MA
A lovely 5-strand faceted Burmese pink ruby necklace with pave` diamonds on the oxidized sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Black Onyx Red Pink Ruby White Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamonds. 14K White Gold 0.30 CTW Diamonds 14.70 CTS Black Onyx & Red Pink Rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate Hat Pendant in 10kt Yellow Gold - 0.08ctw Pink Ruby, 0.02ctw Diamonds
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This charming Estate Hat Pendant in 10kt yellow gold features 0.08ctw of round pink rubies and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cushion Blue Topaz & Diamond Pink Ruby Art Deco Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
, flanked at the shoulders with diamonds and pink rubies, all set in 14k white gold. The color combination
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby, Amethyst & Multi Gem Brooch Pendant Set 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby, Amethyst & Multi Gem Brooch Pendant Set 18K & Silver Can be worn as a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Pigeon Bird Peace Red Pink Ruby Rubies Diamonds Pave 14K Gold Pin Brooch
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
wings are encrusted with vibrant red pink rubies, while the body sparkles with white diamonds, creating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pink Ruby Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Natural Pink Ruby Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 22.8 carats of endlessly sparkling natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Pink Ruby Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
Natural Pink Ruby Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
$3,168 Sale Price / item
20% Off
W 0.23 in L 7 in
Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby & Emerald Earrings Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby & Emerald Earrings Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Natural Pink Rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

Red Pink Ruby Diamond Halo 14K Rose Gold Pendant Medallion Statement Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
This stunning pendant, features an intricate openwork design adorned with vibrant pink rubies. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby, Topaz & Blue Appetite Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby, Topaz & Blue Appetite Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Belle Époque Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

18Kt White Gold with White Diamonds and Pink Ruby Cocktail Classic Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
0,25 Stone : Pink Ruby round cut mm 5,00 Ring size : 14 - 54 USA 7 g.4,00 All Stanoppi Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Asscher Green Peridot & Pink Ruby and Diamond Halo Art Deco Style Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This peridot with pink ruby and diamond pendant presents a stunning example of Art Deco styling and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Red Pink Ruby Diamond 14K Rose Gold Statement Drop Dangle Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
These sophisticated earrings feature a vibrant, round-cut red pink Rubies set in a secure bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Quartz, Topaz & Pink Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Quartz, Topaz & Pink Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Topaz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

18k White Gold Natural Round Pink Ruby Diamond Anniversary Ring
Located in Portland, OR
uniqueness to your everyday memento. This ring features a round natural Sri Lanka 1.197 ct Pink Ruby. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Vintage Style Floral Drop 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A fabulous pair of Vintage drop earrings set with wonderful pink rubies and sparkling diamonds. All
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Round-Cut Hot Pink Ruby with Round-Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14K White Gold jewelry boasts with Oval-cut 5 pcs 0.19 carat Hot Pink Ruby and Natural
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Pink Ruby Cabochon Stackable Ring Handmade in 22 Karat Matte Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
A Natural pink Ruby Cabochon delicately set in 22K matte finish yellow gold. The whole ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Ruby - 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Certified Natural Pink Ruby Ring with Diamonds Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
beautiful pink Ruby weighs 1.24 carats. A classic evergreen design and a beautiful stone you wouldn't get
Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vivid Gemstone Pink Ruby Tennis Bracelet in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Gemstone Pink Ruby Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 15.5 carats of endlessly sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vivid Gemstone Pink Ruby Tennis Bracelet in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
Vivid Gemstone Pink Ruby Tennis Bracelet in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
$3,479 Sale Price / item
22% Off
W 0.15 in L 7 in
Pink Ruby & a Green Emerald Loose Gemstones Jewelry Size Lot 4.30 Ct Pear Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pink Ruby and a Green Emerald Loose Gemstones Jewelry Size Lot for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald, Ruby

Handmade Natural Pink Ruby Half Eternity Band Ring in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Handmade Pink Ruby Half Eternity Band for Promise Ring 925 sterling silver band ring, adorned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Pink Ruby Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Pink Ruby Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And has been added
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Bochic “Capri” Pink Ruby, Blue Appetite & White Topaz Necklace Set 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Pink Ruby, Blue Appetite & White Topaz Necklace Set 18K & Silver Elegant and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Scarce Antique Georgian Pink Ruby and Diamond Floral Cluster Ring c 1800 Italian
Located in London, GB
probably made in Italy. In the middle of the ring head lies a collet set and foil-backed bright pink ruby
Category

Antique Early 1800s Italian Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Blue Opal, Pearl & Pink Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Blue Opal, Pearl & Pink Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Blue Opal, Pearl & Pink Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Blue Opal, Pearl & Pink Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Peridot and Pink Ruby Art Deco Style Target Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight: 2.20 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gemstones Type: Pink Ruby Shape: French Cut Number: 20
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style Opal Diamond Pink Ruby Large Turtle Brooch Pin 8.1ctw in Silver
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Style Opal Diamond Pink Ruby Large Turtle Brooch Pin 8.1ctw in sterling silver which is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

3.50 Carat Natural Pink Ruby Loose Pear Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Ruby Weight: 3.50 Carats Dimension: 11.4 x 8.2 x 4.2 Mm Origin: Jagdalek Afghanistan Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Ruby studs 14KT rose gold natural pink rubies princess cut
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Ruby studs in 14KT rose gold, beautiful finished on the studs. Metal Type: 14KT Natural Ruby(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby & Diamond Band 14Karat White Gold Natural Pink Rubies Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Fancy band with natural diamonds and rubies made in 14KT white gold excellent craftmanship and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Stud Earrings with Pink Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary stud earrings from the Tea collection feature rectangular-cut rubies measuring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Ruby & Diamonds Butterfly Sweet 18K White Yellow Gold Clip Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Ruby 0.87 CT 18KT 5.05 GM (WBTT)"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Gold Sapphires Pendant Necklace with Pink Rubies and Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,95 carats. Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sa...

Illusion Set Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Halo 18K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
multi-shaped rubies formed one 8 mm. size circle, accented by 0.13 carat of round brilliant cut white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pink Ruby & Diamond Vintage Style Antique Inspired Unique White Gold Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A stunning mix of vibrant rubies, adding rich color and energy to the luxurious diamond bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

11 Carat Oval Cut Burma Pink Ruby & Diamond Cluster Dome Ring
Located in Miami, FL
). Ring size 7. The Ruby has a charming vivid saturation of red with pink undertones. Featuring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rose Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Pink Rubies and Malaya Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
personally signed. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sa...

Rose Gold Sapphires Pendant Necklace with Pink Rubies and Malaya Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,95 carats. Oval ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sa...

Hippo Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Pave 18K Rose Gold Animal Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Dimensions: 2.20x1.65x2.79cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "126 Fancy Diamonds 2.23 CT 2 Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
An Art Deco inspired ring, set to center a bezel set oval natural ruby, millgrain edging in typical
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Vintage Style 18K Rose Gold Huggie Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Sparkling with light to rival the season of celebration round ruby and diamonds in Art Deco
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Edwardian Style Engagement 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This Art Deco style Diamond and Ruby Ring is absolutely divine. It’s fashioned from 18k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Antique Style 14K White Gold Stud Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Beautiful rubies are surrounded by glittering halos of six-teen white diamonds on each piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Shape Red Pink Ruby Cabochon 14K White Gold Statement Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
vibrant pink red cabochon rubies, elegantly set within a delicate openwork frame. Modern elegance in every
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Pink Rubies Rubellite Malaya Garnet Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval ruby 0,98 carats, 7x5,5 mm. Oval ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Zirco...

Marquise Shape Red Pink Ruby Diamond Halo 14K Yellow Gold Statement Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
floral design adorned with vibrant pink red rubies, creating a captivating sparkle. Surrounded by halo of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Edwardian Style Circle Ribbon White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
motif. The brooch is adorned with radiant diamonds that add brilliance, while vibrant rubies enhance its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Square Pink Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style Tennis Line White Gold Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This stunning tennis bracelet features square rubies, each encircled by brilliant diamonds. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Pink Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pink ruby for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 181 vintage or 674 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect pink ruby may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A pink ruby from Georgios Collections Inc, Natkina and Mousson Atelier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pink ruby, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Pink Ruby?

Prices for a pink ruby can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $204 and can go as high as $559,178, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,674.

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.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Ruby in Jewelry Design

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.

Questions About Pink Ruby
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 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.