7.30Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.30Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Pendant Natural Red Ruby Weight is: Approx. 7.10 Carats Red Ruby Measures: 12 x 10 mm (1 oval) Red Ruby Measures: 1.8 - 2....
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
6.20ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.20Ct Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Pendant Oval Cut Ruby Weight is: Approx. 5.40 Carats Ruby Measures: 13 x 11 mm Ruby Treatment: Fracture Filling Total Na...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 75.13 Carat Red Ruby & Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Large Genie Lamp 14K Yellow Gold Red Ruby Kinetic Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A large vintage 14 karat (14K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as three interlaced hoops suspending a kinetic genie lamp with a red ruby set in the spout. The ruby is estimated to...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,360Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary Red Ruby and Diamond Pendant Encrusted in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary natural ruby and diamond pendant in 18K Gold. It has a round cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,479Sale Price|20% Off
Mediterranean Red Coral Blue Sapphire Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold "Jolly" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Coral, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,109Sale Price|20% Off
Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Ster...
$1,294Sale Price|20% Off
Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Ster...
$1,999Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Red Princess Ruby and Diamond 0.72 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Yellow and White Gold setting with a natural princess cut red ruby complimented by natural round white diamonds and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 10.30 Carat Red Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K Black Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Collectible unique black gold ruby pendent. The ruby weighs an impressive 10.30carat and has a beautiful oval shape along with an deep purlish-red color that makes it so special. It ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
$1,319Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .35 Carat TW Rose Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose Gold setting with a natural round cut red ruby. The ruby is surrounded by natural round cut white diamond melee...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.03 Carat No Heat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A 2.03 carat No Heat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Pendant in Platinum. Diamond Weight: 0.45 carats. With Chain, Total 6.70 grams. GRS Certificate Available.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$2,319Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Red Ruby and White Diamond 1.47 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with a natural oval cut red ruby and natural pear cut red rubies. The ruby's are surrounded by natu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Style Target 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A glamorous pair of Art Deco-inspired target pendant bezel set with a round brilliant cut diamond in the center. The diamond weighs approx. 0.1 carat and its haloed by French cut rub...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond Red Pink Ruby Orange Sapphire Floral 18K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Perfect with everyday wear, these charming vintage Art Deco revivalist design pendant feature a brilliant cut diamonds surrounded by ruby and bright orange sapphire for rose petals f...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Red Pink Ruby Orange Sapphire Floral White Gold Earrings & Pendant Set
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Perfect with everyday wear, these charming vintage Art Deco revivalist design earrings and pendant feature brilliant cut diamonds surrounded by ruby and bright orange sapphire for ro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
30 Carats Rubies 18K Gold 0.44 White Diamonds Handcrafted Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
This enchanting 19,68 inches long Red Rubies beaded necklace, is handcrafted in 18 karats White Gold and luminous White Diamonds placed as closure giving a precious light to the face...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Red Rose Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Red Rose Pendant features a sparkling diamond at the center, representing the delicate stamen of the rose, while the rich red rubies form the bea...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,319Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Red Princess Ruby and White Diamond 1.00 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow Gold setting with a natural princess cut red ruby's complimented by natural baguette cut white diamonds. This p...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
16 Carat Natural Ruby Sapphire Yard Necklace 14 Karat Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Natural red Ruby diamonds station necklace. Handmade throughout. 5 carat natural round rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Red Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Style Geometric Motif 18K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
With a graphic line of French cut rubies and multi-shaped diamonds, the pendant is surprisingly unique of Art Deco design. The center oval ruby weight 1.5 carat and framed by total o...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,575Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Oval Red Ruby and White Diamond 0.89 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose Gold setting with a natural oval cut red ruby. The ruby is surrounded by natural round cut red ruby's & natural...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,759Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Pear Red Ruby and White Diamond .91 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's intriguing ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K White Gold setting with a natural pear cut red ruby and natural round cut red ruby's. The ruby's are surrounded by ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 8.88 Carat Unheated Red Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Collectible unheated ruby pendent. The ruby weighs an impressive 8.88 carat and has a beautiful oval shape along with an deep purlish-red color that makes it so special. It is comple...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$480Sale Price / item|20% Off
Victorian-Inspired Oval Red Ruby & Diamond Halo Charm Pendant in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This halo pendant featuring a 0.28 carats oval ruby set in 14K white gold. The oval measuring approximately 4.92 x 3.37 mm. The center stone is beautifully highlighted by a sparkling...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,919Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Pear Red Ruby and White Diamond 1.36 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose Gold setting with a natural pear cut red ruby. The ruby is surrounded by natural round cut white diamond melee ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
6.70 Carat Natural Red Ruby and Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.70Ct Natural Red Ruby and Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Pendant Stamped: 14K Oval-Cut Ruby Weight is Approx. 6.00 Carats Ruby Measures: 12 x 10mm Ruby Treatment: Fractu...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Red Ruby Gemstone 1.15 carats set in Platinum Pendant with Diamonds GIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
At the heart of this pendant lies a vibrant, fiery crimson center stone, embodying energy and passion. The 1.15 carats Ruby, cut in an elegant oval shape, brings this pendant to life...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$207Sale Price / item|50% Off
Bold Red Ruby Gemstone Classic Four Prong Unisex Silver Pendant Gift for Him
Located in New York, NY
Bold Red Ruby Gemstone Classic Four Prong Unisex Silver Pendant This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Ruby enhances the intellectual capac...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Style Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Halo Set 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This Art-Deco pendant is completely spectacular! The vibrant color stone Ruby is a specialty cut to surround the excellent round brilliant cut center diamond, which is in a thin beze...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Style Marquise Shape Dangle White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This beautiful Art Deco style pendant is finished in brightly polished. Delicately set across the face of the pendant are three round diamonds surrounded by French cut natural ruby. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,496Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .70 Carat TW Rose Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose Gold setting with natural round cut red ruby. The ruby are surrounded by natural round cut white diamond melee....
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,119Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Oval Red Ruby and White Diamond 0.92 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with a natural oval cut red ruby. The ruby is surrounded natural round cut white diamond melee. T...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Inspired Style Octagon 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An gold Art-Deco design diamond and ruby octagon shaped target pendant, center diamond with an outer pendant of round diamonds an inner one of French cut rubies and finished with mil...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,628Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Oval Red Ruby and White Diamond .83 Carat TW Rose Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose Gold setting with a natural oval cut red ruby. The ruby is surrounded by natural round cut red ruby's & natural r...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,799Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .77 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K White Gold setting with natural round cut red rubies. The rubies are surrounded by natural round cut white diamond m...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,751Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond 0.77 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's intriguing ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K White Gold setting with natural round cut red ruby's. The ruby's are surrounded by natural round cut white diamond ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,319Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond 1.03 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's intriguing ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K White Gold setting with natural round cut red rubys. The rubys are surrounded by natural round cut white diamond me...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,335Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .31 Carat TW Rose Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's intriguing ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose Gold setting with natural round cut red rubys. The rubys are surrounded by natural round cut white diamond mel...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian c.1900 Silver and Ruby Paste Antique Necklace
Located in Wilmslow, England
It is set with round and pear cut, multi-faceted, colourless and ruby red paste stones. The necklace fastens with a bayonet clasp and measures 40cm in length.
Silver
$1,759Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .37 Carat TW Rose Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose Gold setting with natural round cut red ruby complimented by natural round cut white diamond melee. This pendan...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ferragamo Vintage Rare Red Ruby Beads Gold Plated Butterfly Signed
By Ferragamo
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Minimal discoloration. Featuring: Ruby glass beads Color: Red Gold-plated links Gold-plated butterfly with crystals Length 150cm Bead diameter 5mm
Gold Plate
$2,319Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond 1.45 Carat TW Rose Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose and White Gold setting with natural round cut red ruby complimented by natural round cut white diamond melee. T...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$1,296Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .34 Carat TW Rose Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose Gold setting with natural round cut red ruby complimented by natural round cut white diamond melee. This pendan...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Garnet Diamond Citrine Gold"Red Scarlett" Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Red Scarlett consists of 14k gold, 925 sterling silver, 14k gold plating, ruby, garnet, sapphire, amber, topaz, diamond, druzy crystal, polki d...
Amber, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Topaz, Druzy, Gold, 14k Gold, Gol...
$1,716Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .83 Carat TW Rose Gold Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose Gold setting with natural round cut red ruby complimented by natural round cut white diamond melee. This pendan...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$500Sale Price|20% Off
Pretty Red Ruby Pendant w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K Rose Gold Oval 9x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful pendant features a 1.19 carat oval ruby gemstone with natural earth mined diamonds, all set in solid 14K gold. A lovely pendant to add to any outfit for a pop of red a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Red Ruby Stones 10.50 cts in 14K & 18K White Gold Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by the beehive's beauty, this pendant adorned with oval-shaped Rubies forms a captivating crimson mosaic. Unenhanced and genuine, these vibrant gems define the pendant's ess...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Red Vitreous Enamel 2 Rubies 1 Pearl 2 Star Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, red vitreous guilloche enamel, 2 diamonds, total 0.04 ct G VS, brillant cut, 2 Rubies, 1 sweet water Pearl, 2 Gold Star Paillons ...
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
20.18 Carat Pear Red Gemstone Necklace 10.6 Ct Trillion Diamond 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Indulge yourself or present this extraordinary necklace as a thoughtful and meaningful gift to someone special. Its timeless beauty and impeccable craftsmanship make it a cherished p...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$23,334Sale Price|20% Off
20.18 Carat Pear Red Gemstone Necklace 10.6 Ct Trillion Diamond 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Indulge yourself or present this extraordinary necklace as a thoughtful and meaningful gift to someone special. Its timeless beauty and impeccable craftsmanship make it a cherished p...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Iconic Rare Gold Red Ruby Ribbed Omega Statement 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Square Cube Ruby Red Circle Clear Crystals Interlocked Pendant Ribbed Omega 2 Jewellery Set Elegant Modernist Necklace Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very exc...
Gold Plate
One Of A Kind Gorgeous Ruby & Rosecut Diamond Necklace Made In 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Metal Details 14k Gold: 20.01g Silver: 44.59g Diamond Details Rosecut Diamonds: 10.16ct Ruby Details Weight: — 22.65ct Product Features Style: Necklace Design: Ruby and rosecut di...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Seed Pearl & Antique-Cut Red Stone Locket Pendant
Located in Flushing, NY
A Victorian oval locket pendant crafted in 14-karat yellow gold. The front is engraved with a delicate floral spray accented by seed pearls and antique-cut red stones set within star...
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Red Ruby and Diamond Trio Bar Line Necklace
Located in New York, NY
These oiled, natural rubies, measuring an exquisite 4x2 mm, enhance the fiery depths of each stone, making the necklace not just a piece of jewelry but an heirloom to cherish.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Bezel Set 4x3 mm Oval Red Ruby Station Necklace - 18 Inches
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in the lustrous radiance of 14k yellow gold, this station necklace bewitches the senses with its procession of seven vivid red rubies, each cradled in a minimalist bezel sett...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.