Deep Red Oval Ruby Eternity Band in 18K White Gold, 3.78 Carats
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Whether as a special occasion gift or a personal treasure, this eternity band captures attention with its vivid color and refined craftsmanship. Details Name: Deep Red Oval Ruby Ete...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$415Sale Price / item|47% Off
Flower red, purple gemstone silver, gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Lab ruby, sapphire ring. Flower ring. Material: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 2.25 g. depends from size Gemstones: Lab ruby, weight: approx 0.45-0.50 ct, cut - tr...
Ruby, Sapphire, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
$415Sale Price / item|47% Off
Flower red purple gemstone silver, gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Lab amethyst, ruby ring. Flower ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 2.25 g. depends from size Gemstones: Lab amethyst, weight: approx 0.45-0.50 ct, cut - tr...
Amethyst, Ruby, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
An Heirloom Ignited: The Pigeon Blood Ruby & Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Be the first to claim this breathtaking Vivid Red Ruby and Diamond Solitaire Ring, a piece where classic elegance meets passionate, untamed color.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1.50 Ct Red Ruby 1.60 Ct F VVS Diamond 18 Kt
Located in Napoli, IT
This very charming vintage ring is 1970 circa Skilfully hand crafted as unique of solid 18 Kt gold Marvelous chic design with octagonal head set with Ruby and Diamonds An exceptional...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.28 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Emerald Cut with Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
This ring from our Luxuria collection boasts of 1.28 carat of fancy light yellow emerald cut along with 2.02 carat of vivid red Mozambique rubies.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,020 / item
Natural Oval Heated Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ruby Ring Ruby Engagement Ring Red Gemstone Ring Unique Engagement Ring Oval Ring Raw Stone Gemstone Ring Birthstone Ring Item Features • Gold KT: 18K White Gold • Gemstone ...
18k Gold
GIA Certified .75 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Octagonal red ruby and diamond engagement ring. Center ruby with 8 round accent diamonds along the shank, in a 14k white and yellow gold setting 1 octagonal step cut purplish red Ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Natural Red Round Ruby and White Diamond .62 Carat TW Gold Wedding Band
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful wedding band. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with a natural round cut red ruby's complimented by natural round white diamond melee. This band ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite GIA Certified No-Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring Size: 8 1/4 (resizable at no extra cost). Detailed Description: This exquisite ring showcases a rare and highly sought-after Burma ruby, known for its rich, vibrant red color a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Ruby Diamond Cluster Band Ring
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat yellow gold oval ruby diamond cluster band ring This enchanting vivid pinkish red oval burma ruby diamond band ring is magnificent.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Red Round Ruby and White Diamond .85 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Band
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful cocktail band. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose and White Gold setting with a natural round cut red ruby's complimented by natural round white diamond melee. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Diamond Ring Set 18K Yellow Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Red Ruby & Diamond Ring Set 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby - 1,50 carats Natural Diamonds - 0.45 carats This Ring is from the "Orient"...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1940’s 18ct Gold Aquamarine, Diamond & Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
The stones are set in yellow gold, the colours combined catching the eye, with a lovely pop of ruby red. Face of The Ring Measures Approx Height 20.5mm & Width 23.5mm Aquamarine M...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
AGL Certified Red Sapphire & Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified Red Sapphire & Diamond Flower Cocktail Ring 1 round cut red sapphire surrounded by pear shape & round cut diamonds. Sapphire Weight: 5.32 cts Ring Size: 6 Resizab...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.70 Ct Impressive Natural Untreated Ruby & Natural Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.70 Carats Impressive Natural Untreated Ruby and Natural Diamond 14K White Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is Approx. 1.50 Carats Ruby Treatment: Untreated Center Ruby Measures: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.8Ct Madagascar Ruby Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 9x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A rich red Madagascar ruby commands this ring, encircled by earth-mined diamonds in solid 14K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 4.07 Carats Oval Burma Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ring features a beautiful fiery Oval beautiful red ruby that is gracefully set in between four double "Eagle Claw" prongs.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Princess Cut Ruby Diamond Ring Stacking Stack 14 Karat Gold Wedding Engagement
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Princess Cut Ruby and Diamond Ring. The 15 vivid red Rubies are Princess Square Cut and channel set creating magical bands of red across the ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Red Round Ruby and White Diamond 1.69 Carat TW Gold Cocktail Band
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic cocktail band. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with a natural round cut red ruby's complimented by natural round white diamond melee. This band i...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian old European cut diamond ruby 18k yellow gold platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The interplay of shimmering white diamonds and vivid red rubies gives the ring a regal yet intimate presence on the hand.
Blue Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Crown V – Dynasty - Natural Burma Ruby Heat Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood GRS Cert
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crown V – Dynasty Imperial red. Diamond authority. A ring where Burmese ruby becomes a bold, dynastic crown of brilliance.
Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,749Sale Price|20% Off
Retro / Vintage 1970s Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Gold
Located in London, GB
Red ruby flower cluster genuine retro ring, hallmarked London 1976.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AIGS Certified 1.07 Carat Natural Pink No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Red Prime Ruby Ring 1.07ct. Natural AIGS Certified Ruby Ring Full cut oval brilliant, Transparent Even Pink, No Heat. .40ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Opal, Diamond & Ruby Domed Cluster Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Gemstones: Opals, diamonds, and rubies Opal Total Carat Weight: 6.30 CTW Opal Shape & Cut: Oval cabochon cut Opal Color: Displaying play of colo...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald & Ruby Serpent Ring In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Green Emerlad & Red Ruby Serpent Ring In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby & Green Emerald - 2 Carat This Ring is from the "Orient" traveling...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
18 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Solitaire Eternity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Solitaire Eternity Band Ring This incredible pigeon blood red ruby and diamond ring is sensational.
Ruby, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GRS Certified 0.88 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A ‘Pigeon Blood’ red ruby and diamond solitare ring made in 18 Karat gold made by Rewa The ring ships from the US, there are no tariffs or import tax to buyers in the US..
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
2.37 Carat Diamond and Ruby Flower Statement Fashion Ring in Victorian Style
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
2.37 Carat Diamond and Ruby Flower Statement Fashion Ring in Victorian Style This Victorian era art-deco style floral enchanting pink-red ruby and diamond ring is eternal.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver
18 Karat White Gold Red Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Eternity Band
Located in Troy, MI
Brand new and made for CAMPANELLI & PEAR this Art Deco inspired band boasts 0.80 Cttw square step cut lively blue sapphires and 0.40 Cttw round brilliant fine diamonds channel set in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Opal and Ruby Vintage Style Cocktail Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The fiery play-of-color of the opal paired with the deep red of the rubies makes this ring a captivating and unique statement piece.
Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1930s Red Gem 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This thin antique ring is composed of a synthesis ruby of barrel shape, crimped closed and decorated on both sides of openwork arab...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1ct Oval Ruby Engagement Ring with Marquise Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ruby Ring Ruby Engagement Ring Red Gemstone Ring Unique Engagement Ring Oval Ring Raw Stone Gemstone Ring Birthstone Ring Item Features • Gold KT: 18K Yellow Gold • Gemstone...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby and Diamond Halo Band Ring in 18K Gold, 4-5 Carats
Located in jaipur, IN
Real ruby diamond emerald cut eternity band ring gold Natural octagon cut ruby with diamond ring red ruby eternity band ring gold GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Ruby ✦ Gemstone Typ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 0.73 Carat Burma No Heat Red Ruby with Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring features a rare 0.73-carat heart-cut red ruby from Burma, certified by GIA as untreated to preserve its natural beauty (certificate number GIA7508603695).
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Red Pink Round Floral Flower Cluster 14K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A stunning and beautiful design of the iconic Edwardian style flower cluster ring, featuring round ruby for its center and six round cut striking pink tourmaline beautifully set into...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Opal & Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue Opal & Red Rose Ruby Cluster Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Rose Cut Natural Red Rubies - 7 Carats Natural Blue Opal - 14 Carats This Ring is from the "Capri"...
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
GIA Certified .80 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Estate 1960 bright red ruby 18k yellow gold cocktail ring. GIA certified natural ruby simple heat only surrounded by marquise and baguette diamonds. 1 oval red ruby SI, approx. .80...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 2.98 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
These round brilliant-cut diamonds have a substantial total estimated weight of 0.80 Carat, forming a shimmering halo and adorning the shoulders of the band to maximize the ring’s ov...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold 0.77ctw Diamond Red Gemstone Cluster Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 0.77ctw Diamond Red Gemstone Cluster Ring This stunning 0.77ctw Gemstone Cluster Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Style: Cluster Ring Material: 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$18,800Sale Price|20% Off
Modern Round Sapphires, Rubies & Diamonds Ring Set in 18K Yellow Gold
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Multi Color Sunset Fire Eternity Patterns Ring Red Ruby Orange Yellow Sapphire Diamond Eternity Band 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Jewels inspired by the colourful Art Deco movement.
Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ruby Ring Sz 5.5 Platinum Navette Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The navette designed ring highlights glittering pave set old European cut diamonds, framed with rich red rubies.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Platinum Diamond GIA Certified 1.56 Carat Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite ring showcases a GIA certified 1.56 carat natural ruby in an elegant oval cut, displaying a vibrant red color with excellent transparency.
AGL Thai Certified 1.98 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Presenting a creation from Rewa Jewelry, this ring showcases a 1.98-carat red ruby. The ring is certified as 'Reddish Purple' from American Gemological Laboratories (AGL) Thai, Certi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 1.26 Carat Unheated Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Whether it's a special occasion or just to indulge yourself, this IGI Certified 1.26 Carat intense pink red UNHEATED Natural ruby ring in cushion shape & 0.31ct natural round brillia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Black Diamond & Ruby Serpent Ring In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Black Diamond & Ruby Serpent Ring In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Black Diamond and Red Ruby - 2 Carat This Ring is from the "Orient" traveling collection ar...
Ruby, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
22 Karat Gold Handcrafted Cabochon Emerald, Ruby, and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
It’s not easy to define the skillfulness encapsulated in the handcrafted design of the ring by our experienced artisans. Inspired from the florals at the time in 22k solid gold bezel...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold
Peter Suchy Gia Certified 2.76 Cart Ruby Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Purple red ruby and diamond engagement ring. 1935-1940's GIA certified oval 2.76cts ruby set in a 18k white gold diamond halo setting with accent diamonds along the shanks.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 2.35 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
These round brilliant-cut diamonds form a magnificent halo, with a combined total estimated weight of 0.56 Carat, providing a brilliant white contrast that dramatically enhances the ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Owl Bird Ring Lapis Lazuli Ruby Retro Midcentury 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
The eyes are two round fire engine red Rubies. The ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold has an elegant bamboo form to the shank which I just love.
Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$119,107Sale Price|20% Off
18 Kt Gold No Heat 6.15 Ct Burmese Ruby Cabochon & Intense Fancy Diamonds Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant 18 Kt. Gold No Heat Burmese Ruby Cabochon & Intense Fancy Diamonds Ring Ruby: Red, Cabochon cut, natural corundum, No heat Burmese Ruby 6.15 ct , Looks like Pigeon Blood !
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Bochic Vintage Ruby, Tanzanite & Fancy Sapphire Candy Ring Set 18K Gold & Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Vintage Ruby, Tanzanite & Fancy Sapphire Candy Cocktail Ring Red Natural Ruby Cabochon 11 Carats Oval shape tanzanites Color - deep purple 14 Carats Round brilliant fancy N...
Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Silver, 18k Gold
7.70 Carat Cabochon-Cut Emerald, Diamond, and Ruby Cocktail Ring in Art-Deco
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
7.70 Carat Cabochon-Cut Emerald, Diamond, and Ruby Cocktail Ring in Art-Deco Style This Victorian era art-deco style enchanting forest green emerald, brick red ruby and diamond ring...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
Certified 4.30 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This exquisite ring features a remarkable 4.30 carat octagon-shaped ruby, radiating an intense red hue that captures the imagination.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.76 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring in Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A ‘Pigeon Blood’ red hue ruby and diamond solitare ring made in 18 Karat gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Oval Cabochon Opal Cocktail Ring with Rubies in Textured 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Opal and Rubies Opal Total Carat Weight: 1.66 CTW Opal Cut: Oval cut Opal Color: Multiple colors Opal Variety: Opal Rubies Cut: Round cut Rubie...
Ruby, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire & Ruby Panther Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphire & Ruby Panther Vintage Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka Multi Red Ruby, Topaz 6.50 carat This Ring is from...
Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold 2.70 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby and Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Yellow Gold 2.70 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby and Diamond Solitaire Ring This glorious wine red ruby and diamond ring is sensational.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Citrine Cocktail Ring with Ruby and Peridot in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Citrine, Rubies, and Peridot Citrine Count: 1 Citrine Cut: Oval Citrine Total Carat Weight: 4.5 carats Citrine Color: Orange/Yellow Peridot Co...
Citrine, Peridot, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kai Snake 1.82 ctw Garnet Ruby East-West Ring in 14K Solid Gold
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Product Details: 14K Solid Gold 7 x 9 mm Natural Garnet｜Red｜Oval｜Eye Clean Garnet CTW: 1.80 2 Pieces Natural Ruby｜Red｜Eye Clean Ruby CTW: 0.02 Ring Size: US 6 or customized size Bea...
Ruby, Garnet, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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