Silvorra Marquise Cut Ruby & Diamond Band Ring with Milgrain Detailing in Silver
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous marquise cut ruby and diamond eternity style band ring is expertly crafted in 925 sterling silver.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Contemporary Oval Ruby Ring with Emerald Cut Diamond Spacers in 18k White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Three vivid oval rubies set in a graceful row anchor this Three Stone Ruby Ring, crafted in cool 18K white gold, separated by sparkling baguette diamond spacers.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
2.20ct NATURAL ruby ring with diamonds unisex 14gr
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This ring is special because it gives Art Deco vibes yet presents an elegant sophisticated style!
Retro-Inspired Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring with Layered Diamond Halo in 18K Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A vivid oval ruby takes center stage in this Retro-Inspired Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring, crafted in warm 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Certified Natural Emerald Zambian Pear Shape Ring With Oval Ruby And Diamonds
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* Crafted in 18K white gold, this unique ring features a 0.51 carats of round-cut diamond pavé set, a 0.58 carat oval-cut ruby on one side and a natural Zambian pear-shaped emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
14K Gold Snake Ring with Diamonds, Ruby, Sapphire by Meghna Jewels
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold and hand set with .11 carats sapphire, .03 carats ruby and .49 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Heart Shaped Ring with Diamond, Sapphires and Rubies, circa 1902
Located in London, GB
Hallmarked in 1902, thia Victorian ring features a diamond, sapphire and ruby all set to centre.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Minimalist Ruby Ring with Earth Mined Diamonds: Solid 14K Gold, Oval 4.5x3.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A dainty east west ring is perfect for the minimalist in your life or for giving someone their first piece of jewelry :) This ruby presents a mixture of red hues which is perfectly a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
HUGE natural ruby ring 16.9mm custom designer ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Designer ring with natural rubies weighing 5.80 carats, 100% natural and untreated and diamonds weighing 0.34 carats in 18KT yellow gold, ring is size 6 with width of 16.9mm This rin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate 18K White Gold Bold Ring with 2 Oval Rubies, 2.26ct Diamonds
Located in Derby, NY
Estate Bold Ring, 2 Oval Ruby 3.00 cttw, Round Diamond 2.26 cttw G-H VS2-SI2, 18K White Gold 6.44g Jewelry Type : Ring Jewelry Style : Bold Metal Type : 18K White Gold Metal Weight ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Pear Shaped Ruby and Diamond Ring with Salt and Pepper Diamond Center
By Chris Correia
Located in Stamford, CT
This Unique Platinum ring with an elongated hexagonal Salt & Pepper center stone is surrounded by a halo of pavé-set diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Luxury Panther Ring with 1.24 Carat Rubys, Emeralds Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Prestigious luxury stands out panther ring featuring diamonds, Rubys and Emeralds all hand crafted in 18k gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$940Sale Price / item|44% Off
Round ruby flower 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 k gold Star Anise Flower ring with genuine ruby and diamond. Ruby gold ring. 14 Karat Gold Star Anise Flower Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
Japanese Scenery Ring with Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Enamel 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A richly detailed Japanese Scenery Ring unfolds like a miniature work of art, combining sparkling diamonds, vivid rubies, emeralds, sapphires, and black enamel within a geometric pan...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, E...
2.20 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k white and yellow gold ring with a center approx. 2.20ct ruby (measuring 8 x 7.6 x 4.1mm), surrounded with approx. 0.76ctw in diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Platinum & 1.80 Carat Diamond Baguette Cocktail Ring with 1.26 Carat Oval Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Three oval cut rubies highlight the center. Total diamond weight 1.80 carats Total ruby weight 1.26 carats Ring size 6.5 sizing options are available Stamped PLAT
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
【Conchéa】Flamingo Pink Conch Pearl Bow Ring with Diamonds & Rubies — 1.91 ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This ring features a natural conch pearl in a vivid flamingo pink hue, distinguished by clearly visible flame structure and a well-balanced, regular oval form.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold
Mozambique Ruby Ring with Natural Diamonds Accents: Solid 14k Gold, Oval 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A stunning Solid 14K Gold ring featuring a vivid 7×5 mm oval Mozambique ruby elegantly accented with sparkling natural diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels 7.77ct Ruby Ring with 4.00ct Diamond Halo — Signed
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A striking and rare creation by Van Cleef & Arpels, this exquisite ring centers a vivid oval-shaped ruby weighing approximately 7.77 carats.
Diamond, Ruby
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Asian Dragon with Ruby Eyes Chasing Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
The dragon’s eyes are set with vibrant rubies that add a sharp, lively contrast to the warm gold tone.
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.3cts Madagascar Ruby Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: 14k Solid Gold, 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Accented with natural diamonds, this elegant ring delivers timeless luxury and brilliance. "This ruby ring doesn’t whisper luxury—it shouts it, diamonds and all."
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,620Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ring 18kt Gold Spring & Ruby Oval
Located in Miami, FL
The Spiral ring, crafted in lustrous 18kt rose gold, features a captivating oval-shaped Thailand ruby.
Ruby
1.5Ct GIA Certified Burma Ruby Ring with Earth-Mined Diamonds: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
It is accompanied by a GIA report. A rare ring. "A burma ruby ring with diamond accents in solid 14K yellow gold."
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Ruby Platinum Gold Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
18k gold and platinum ring. Set with GIA certified ruby - 9.28 x 7.08 x 5.04mm, and diamonds approx. 1.00ctw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ruby Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Design Cluster with Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ruby Ring circa 1970's Flower Design Cluster Center Stone round shape 5.0 mm Ruby Gemstone (approx 0.60ct) Total Ruby with the small stones all approx 1.60 carat All stones ...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Fashion Oval Ruby Solitaire Ring with Encircling Diamonds
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Fashion Oval Ruby Ring with Round Diamonds. 1.50 total diamond weight. 1.25 total ruby weight Size 7.25 Height: 20 mm Width: 14 mm 6.21 grams total weight.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
C1900 18K Ruby Gypsy Ring with Buckle Design and Carved Flower Stems
Located in Baltimore, MD
What makes this gypsy ring unique? So many things! We could start with the wonderful burma rubies.
Ruby, 18k Gold
No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Heart Ring with Pavé Diamonds, Gübelin & GRS
Located in Roma, IT
Striking and exquisitely rare, this bold dome ring features a 2.52 carat heart-shaped ruby of exceptional pedigree and color.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt White Gold Ring with Heart Shaped Ruby and Diamonds , CGL Certified
By Orologio / Joël Glecer
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt White Gold Ring With Heart shaped Ruby and Diamonds Ruby: Intense red Heart shaped Siam ruby 1.79ct Diamonds: 2 heart shaped diamonds together 0.92ct and 42 brilliant cut diam...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$2,724Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K White Gold Oval cut Ruby Flower Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Oval cut ruby flower cocktail ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
11 Carat Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 11.55 carats with Diamond 1.38 carats Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 3.1 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 11.54 grams "We first opened doors in 1980...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,552Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K White Gold Emerald and Ruby Floral Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and ruby flower cocktail ring in 14K gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Hand-Made Ruby Ring in 14K Yellow Gold With Two Pcs Diamond
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Hand-Made Ruby Ring Material: 14K Yellow Gold Main Stone :Ruby Ruby 4.90ct Diamonds: .16ct Diamond Clarity VS Color Grade G Ring Size: 7 Condition: Mint Condition Retail Price: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.8cts Madagascar Ruby Ring with Natural Diamonds Accents: 14k Solid Gold, 8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Elegant 2.8-carat Madagascar ruby ring set in solid 14k gold, featuring an 8mm round-cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.32ct Oval Ruby and Diamond Platinum Dress Ring with Reversed Diamond Shoulders
Located in London, GB
Ruby and diamonds come together in an intricate design with a subtle twist. At the centre sits a 2.32ct oval ruby, showing a rich pinkish-red tone, securely held in a four claw, ope...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1980s 1.00 Carat Ruby & 0.90 Carat Emerald Hearts Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a Heart-Shaped Ruby weighing approximately 1.00 carat and a Heart-Shaped Emerald weighing approximately 0.90 carat.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Modernist 18K White And Yellow Gold Dome Ring With Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald
Located in North Miami, FL
It is a fabulous ring!
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Solitaire ring. Platinum PT900 Genuine Ruby Diamond Eternity band.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Ruby Solitaire with Diamond Band ring. Genuine Ruby bezel set with Diamond set eternity shank. 5.4grams total weight Details: Size 5 1/2ct Genuine Ruby 1/3 ctw diamonds Wonderful...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$2,624Sale Price|20% Off
Star Ruby with Blue Star Sapphire Ring Set 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Star Ruby 3.68 carats with Blue Star Sapphire 3.72 carats Ring set 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7.15 grams "We first opene...
Ruby, Star Sapphire, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Solid Yellow Gold Tibetan Ring with Natural Ruby and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat yellow gold contemporary ring an art object. It is encrusted with: colourful sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and cushion red vivid ruby.
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
18K, Fine Colored Stone Bypass Ring with 1.7 ct., Ruby & 1.40 ct. Emerald
Located in Aspen, CO
Contemporary ring featuring a cabochon-cut ruby and emerald. The ruby, weighing 1.7 carats, displays a vivid red hue.
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Free Form Ruby Center with Diamond Accents Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Free Form Ruby With diamond Accents Ring Size 7 2.46 grams total weight.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
CRIERI Classic Eternity Ring Band 18Kt Blackened Gold With 0.84 Cwt Red Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
An eternity ring with Vivid red rubies designed by Crieri. This is a classic full-set eternity band created in Milano, Italy by the jewelry house of Crieri.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$32,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certificate 5.01 Ct Natural unheated Mogok Burma Ruby Red color with Ring
Located in bangkok, TH
E040 GRS Certificate 5.01 Ct Natural unheated Mogok Burma Ruby Red color with Ring platinum Gold 1-Main stone : 5.01ct Natural Ruby Unheated Mogok burma Gemstone GRS 2-Surroundi...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
David Yurman Ruby Column Ring with Cable Shank in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A vertical column of rich red rubies anchors this David Yurman ring, channel-set within a sleek, ribbed gold bar that runs across the center of the design.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rosecut Ruby Ring With Diamond Butterfly Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:7.911g,D:0.78ct, Ruby:6.08ct,
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 1.18ct GIA Certified Ruby Ring With 1ctw Diamond Accents In 18kt Gold
Located in Lafayette, LA
Beautiful Natural 1.18ct GIA Certified Ruby Ring Set In Heavy 11.84g Gold With 1ctw Diamond Accents 1.18ct Ruby & Diamond Ring 1ctw Diamond Accents 18kt two tone gold Size 6.75 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
French Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Platinum ring, with French cut rubies and diamonds, surrounded with round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold Three-Stone Ruby Ring Band with Diamond Accents
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Three Stone Ruby Ring With Diamond Accents 0.04 total diamond weight.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.5Ct GIA Certified Burma Ruby Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold
Located in Columbus, OH
A GIA-certified Burma ruby glows in a rich, saturated red at the centre of this solid 14K white gold ring, surrounded by fifty-four earth-mined diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Intricate 3.20ct Ruby Spiral Ring with Side Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Presenting our 18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring – a captivating masterpiece that exudes elegance and extravagance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oltremare Gioielli Modern Twisted Gold Ring with Natural Rubies 18k Gold Italy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Care Instructions: To preserve the brilliance of your 18k gold ring and rubies, avoid contact with harsh chemicals.
Ruby, 18k Gold
Marquise Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.04 carats with Diamond 0.43 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 0.6 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 55 "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store was then...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 10.30 carats with Diamond 0.05 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 2.2 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 10.19 grams "We first opened ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Ring, Set With 0.40ct Oval Natural Fine Quality Ruby
Located in London, GB
New made by Jewellery Cave 18ct yellow gold single stone ring, set with oval 0.40ct fine quality natural ruby, The ring is a perfect complement to any ensemble and can be worn on a...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,640Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k White and Rose Gold Stackable Rings with Diamonds and Rubies
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white and rose gold stack-able rings; stones: 42 round diamonds color: G clarity: VS weight: .90pts. additional stones: 21 rubies weight: .47pts. gold: 14k size: 6.5 *pick color...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Statement Ring with Natural Opal Ruby and Diamond, featuring Pear
Located in Jupiter, FL
Introducing our exquisite Natural Opal, Ruby, and Diamond Statement Ring, a testament to unparalleled beauty and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique, Royal Gold Ring with Rose Cut Trillion Diamond, Rubies and Ornaments
Located in Berlin, DE
Magnificent, antique, royal gold ring with rose cut diamond, rubies and ornaments.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
1920 Art Deco Platinum Ring with 3.00 Cts in Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Aventura, FL
The exceptional quality of the baguette diamonds, with their premium F-G color and VVS-VS clarity grades, ensures maximum brilliance and fire that beautifully complements the rich re...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18ct Rose Gold Eternity Ring Set With Ruby, Pink Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A vibrant and feminine eternity ring crafted in luxurious 18ct rose gold, set with an exquisite combination of rubies, pink sapphires, and natural diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose 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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