0.12 Carat Square-Cut Ruby With Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Ring with 0.60 Ct Natural Ruby Size 7 2.8 grams
Located in New York, NY
Natural Ruby 14k Yellow gold ring Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold Total Item Weight: 2.8 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Resizable) 1: Natural Stone: Ruby Carat Weight: 0.6 Ct.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic Marquise-Cut Ruby with Round-Cut Diamond 10k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.29 Carat Square-Cut Ruby with Diamond Accents 18K White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Ring is made up of Square-Cut Ruby (12 pcs) 2.29 carat and Round-cut White Diamond (16 Pcs) 0.16 Carat.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.28 Carat Marquise-Cut Ruby with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.98 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby with Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Ring is made up of Oval-Cut Ruby (1 pcs) 0.98 carat and Round-cut White Diamond (28 Pcs) 0.24 Carat, Baguette-cut White Diamond (2 pcs) 0.09 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cluster Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Cluster Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 14K Gold featuring natural ruby of 1.74 carats and diamonds of 0.4 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
CRIERI Classic Eternity Ring Band In 18Kt Gold With 0.60 Cwt Diamonds & 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.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
CRIERI Classic Eternity Ring Band In 18Kt Gold With 1.10 Cwt Diamonds & 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.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
CRIERI Classic Eternity Ring Band In 18Kt Gold With 0.72 Cwt Diamonds & 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.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium
Alfieri & St. John 18KT. Yellow & White Gold Ring with 3.95Ct. Rubies & Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow and white gold ring is a perfect example of their unique style.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Ruby Diamond Dome Ring, 1.84ct Ruby, Italy 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18 karat white gold ring with a central large ruby of 1.84 carats, and surrounding diamonds of 0.80 carats in color H, with carat engraved / Made in Italy 1970s Ring size US 9
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Designer Hand Carved Ruby, Emerald Ring with Diamonds in Gold and Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind this Designer Hand Craved Ruby, Emerald Ring with Diamonds in Gold and Silver is lovely for any occasion.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Mozambique Ruby and Pink Opal Ring with Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This Ring is made up of 5*7 oval-cut Ruby (1 pcs) 1 carat Ruby, pink opal free mix (1 Pcs) 7.18 Carat, Round Cut Diamond (30 Pcs) 0.28 Carat.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nino Verita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Diamonds, Rubies and Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold ring was designed by Nino Verita of Italy. The setting alternates bagutte cut stones of diamonds, rubies, and blue sapphires set in a pyramid style setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby Cluster Ring Silver and 18k Gold Cluster Design Natural Ruby
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Brilliant Ring with a Cluster of Natural Ruby Stones Approx ruby area size 17 x 13 mm Mostly Sterling Silver 925 and the bezel is Real 18k yellow gold.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver
$2,160Sale Price|20% Off
Sunita Nahata Ruby 0.90ct. Fancy Ring in 14Karat Yellow Gold with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Classic rings with precious gemstones. We present a collection of everyday rings with either blue sapphire, emerald, or ruby that are accented with diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,152Sale Price / item|20% Off
Authentic 14k Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring with Marquise Ruby and Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Set with a striking total of 4.09 carats of vivid marquise-cut ruby, the ring radiates playful sophistication. A halo of 0.79 carats of dazzling round-cut diamonds frames the sapphir...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.5 Carat Sapphire & Ruby with Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Crossover Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.5 Carat Sapphire & Ruby with Diamond 18K in Yellow Gold Crossover Statement Ring in size 6 Details: Item Type: Gemstone and Diamond Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Size: 6.5 Weight: 8...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sybarite Sceptre Ring in White Gold with White Diamonds, Rubies & Pearl
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
The ultimate symbol of regality crafted in the finest 18ct gold with an accent of rare South Sea pearl, this Sybarite Sceptre ring is fit for a queen. 18K White Gold Pearl Charm Dang...
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yel...
Natural Thai Ruby Stone 0.93 carats in Platinum Ring with Diamonds / GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the elegance of this platinum ring, centered with a vivid natural Thai ruby weighing 0.93 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.93 carats with Diamond 0.19 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 5.92 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Sunita Nahata Pink Sapphire and Ruby Cocktail Ring with Diamond in 14KRG
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These gems are architecturally set to form a stunning unique ring. Pink sapphire and ruby ring in 14K rose gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pretty, Solid 18 Karat Gold Ladies Ring with Diamonds, Sapphires and Rubies
By Christian Bauer
Located in Berlin, DE
Pretty, solid 18k gold ladies ring with diamonds, sapphires and rubies. The ring is set with four diamonds, four rubies and four sapphires of the highest quality.
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata GRS Certified Ruby 3.29ct. cocktail Ring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Regal ring for a special occasion. Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Solid White Gold Dainty Round Ruby with Halo Diamond Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Minimal Round Ruby Halo Diamond Engagement Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.24 carats and diamonds of 0.32 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fabulous Twirl Snake Ring in 18kt White Gold Set with Diamonds, Tsavorite, Ruby
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Fabulous Twirl Snake ring in 18kt white Gold Set with Diamonds, Tsavorite, Ruby Eyes Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds together 1.24ct, 4 Baguette cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold 56.81 Ct Star Ruby Solitaire Ring with Diamond Accents Size 7
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Ring With Star Ruby and Diamonds Set in 14k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Star Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lotus Arts de Vivre 18K Yellow Gold & Carved Jade Ring with Diamonds and Rubies
By Lotus Arts De Vivre
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Discover the 18K Yellow Gold and Carved Jade Ring with Diamonds and Rubies by Lotus Arts de Vivre, an expression of artistic luxury and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-Century Bombé Ring with 1.91ct Fancy Yellow-Brown Diamond & Rubies
Located in Great Neck, NY
The Epitome of a True 60's Mid Century, Cocktail Ring A dazzling vintage treasure, this Antique 14K Yellow Gold Bombé Cocktail Ring showcases a rare 1.91 ct Fancy Yellow‑Brown Diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k G...
14K Yellow Gold Ring with 0.60 Ct Natural Ruby Size 7 2.8 grams
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Gold Band Ring Metal Type: 14k Yellow Gold Total Item Weight: 2.8 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Resizable) 1: Natural Stone: Ruby Carat Weight: 0.6 Ct.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,440Sale Price|20% Off
Sugarloaf Shaped Mozambique Ruby Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.732g,D:0.22ct, Ruby:8.18ct, US-7
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Channel Set 8 Row Ruby Flower-Cut Cocktail Ring with Marquise Diamonds, 18K
Located in New York, NY
An Invisibly Set 8 Row Ruby Flower-Cut Cocktail Ring with Marquise Diamonds made in 18K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Inspired Oval Ruby Ring with Double Diamond Halo in 18K Yellow Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A vivid oval ruby takes center stage in this Art Deco-inspired Ruby Ring, crafted in warm 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
CRIERI Classic Eternity Ring Band In 18Kt Blackened Gold With 0.66 Cwt in 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
24k Gold Ring for Women with Sugarloaf Cabochon Cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (1.49 Carat) and Diamonds (0.05 Carat) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where emp...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
Sunita Nahata Rubellite 5.73ct. Cocktail Ring in 18KYG with Ruby and Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rubellite Cocktail Ring in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Ruby and Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,312Sale Price|20% Off
4.45 Ct Ruby Band Ring With Center Diamond Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:5.46g, Diamond:0.27ct Ruby:4.45ct"
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$6,492Sale Price / item|20% Off
Statement Ruby Cocktail Ring with Halo of Diamonds in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pear Cut Ruby Diamond Cocktail ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Victorian Style Ring with Diamonds & Ruby Set Made in 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14kt Gold:5.5g Diamond:3.27ct RUBY:0.6Cts US-7
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage 14K Two Tone Gold Cocktail Ring with 0.2 Carat Ruby & Citrine Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Vintage 14K Two Tone Gold Citrine and Ruby Ring Size 7 DESCRIPTION: This vintage ring captures timeless elegance with its striking design and ...
Citrine, Ruby, 14k Gold
3.23 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby Ring set with 24 Round Diamonds in 18K Rose Gold
Located in London, England
3.23 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby Ring set with 24 Round shaped Diamonds in 18K Rose Gold Discover the enchanting beauty of this exquisite 3.23 Carat Emerald cut Ruby Ring, elegantly cra...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata Rubellite 6.37ct. Cocktail Ring in 18KYG with Ruby and Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rubellite Cocktail Ring in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Ruby and Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sunita Nahata Rubellite 7.86ct. Cocktail Ring in 18KYG with Ruby and Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rubellite Cocktail Ring in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Ruby and Diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,536Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stackable Half Eternity Ruby Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.47 Carats Oval Cut Ruby Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring features a 0.47-carat oval-cut ruby, glowing with vibrant red hues.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
22 Karat Gold Hammered Ring Set with Step Cut Ruby 4.17 Carat
By Malcolm Betts
Located in London, GB
22ct gold 6mm flat hammered ring set with step cut ruby 4.17cts handmade in Notting Hill London by British jewellery designer Malcolm Betts.
Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cocktail Ring with 1.00 Carat Oval Ruby and 1.46 Carats of VS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
his exceptional ballerina-style cocktail ring, created circa 1980, is a masterclass in mid-century architectural jewelry design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Sybarite Smiley Ring In Love in White Gold With White Diamonds & Rubies
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
This piece envelops both the joy of giving and receiving- life is a precious thing, and with Sybarite every day is a celebration. 18K White Gold Poesy Ring set with 0.30cts of roun...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire with Diamond and Cabochon Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 9.46 carats with Diamond 0.57 carat and Cabochon Ruby 0.75 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 2.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 13.81 grams ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ring with pearl, ruby and brilliant cut diamonds 0.23 ct, 14k gold 3.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold entourage ring with a central pearl and as entourage ruby and brilliant cut diamond 0.23ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 8.5 - EU 18.5 (58) detailed description: th...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire Silver Detachable Ring with Diamonds Band for Her Gift
Located in New York, NY
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire Sterling Silver Detachable Ring with Diamonds in sterling silver featuring natural emerald , sapphire, ruby of 2.17 carat and diamonds of 0.26 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
12Ct Star Ruby Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold, 13x11mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This stone is fissure-filled to enhance clarity, as is common for ruby. A rare ring. "A star ruby ring with diamond accents in solid 14K yellow gold."
Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
"Octopus" Ring in Textured 14K Gold with Star Ruby and Parti & Star Sapphires
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This one-of-a-kind ring by Eytan Brandes features five natural sapphire and ruby cabochons, each with interesting color and light characteristics.
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold,...
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct and ruby 18k gold 8.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with ruby and brilliant-cut diamond total 0.80ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 6.5 – EU 17(53) detailed description: The top of the ring is 9.8 mm wide ...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Ruby ring black silver Large Statement Christmas gift idea Ruby wedding gothic
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
A ring from Ivy collection - wide ring with 6 oval-cut natural Rubies Ruby origin - Burma gemstones total weight 2.1 carats weight of the ring - 17 grams size of the ring - 8 1/4 US...
Ruby, Silver
40 Carat Ruby Cabochon Gold Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive 18k yellow gold cocktail ring, set with an approx. 40cts ruby cabochon (measuring approx. 21.3 x 16.5 x 10.5mm) , diamonds approx. 1.90ctw. ring size - 8, ring top is 30m...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
2.40ct Burma Emerald Cut Ruby with 1.30ctw in Emerald Cut Diamond Accents Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This elegant, sophisticated ring features a 2.40ct, emerald cut, natural Burma ruby (GIA Report #1172411353), with 1.30ct total weight in emerald cut natural diamonds accenting the s...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$1,032Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Bypass Cocktail Ring with 1.59 Natural Ruby, Emerald & Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this elegant bypass cocktail ring features a 1.59ct natural ruby (emerald-cut) and a vivid pear-cut emerald, accented by round brilliant diamonds weighing...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.7cts Star Ruby Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14k Gold, Oval 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Stunning 6.7ct star ruby ring in solid 14K gold, featuring a 10×8 mm oval cabochon with natural diamond accents.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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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