$399Sale Price / item|35% Off
14k Solid Gold Natural Ruby Half Eternity Ring July Birth Stone Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Ruby Half Eternity Ring 14k Solid Gold Ring July Birth Stone Ring Zodiac July Stone Ring.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,620Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 2 Carat Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Each round-cut ruby is expertly arranged to form a continuous circle of dazzling crimson, creating an unbroken line of radiant color that symbolizes everlasting love and commitment.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand -Made Ruby Ring & Earring in 14K White Gold Set
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Hand-Made Ruby Ring & Earring Set Material 14K White Gold Ruby .85ct Clarity SI Color Grade G Ring Size 7 Earring dimension 19.5mm X 9.5mm Weight:10.4 Total Retail Price: $5.900
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Impressive Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Engagement Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 10 K Ruby 1.05 ct Diamond 0.38 ct Color: G-H Clarity: SI1-SI2 Ring Size: 7 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat gold Panel Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous panel style ring holds five pink rubies and there are also diamonds surrounding them. The Ruby total is 20pts and the diamond total of this ring is 75pts and all the st...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
0.50ct Natural Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring 14K Yellow Gold 95586
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Brand new natural ruby and diamond cluster ring in 14 karat yellow gold.
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold ring, set with 52 rubies for a total weight of 0.41 carats. Ring size US. 6.2, can be made to order to any sp...
Ruby, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 1.12 Carat Diamond and Ruby Statement Ring 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Ideal for collectors, statement styling, special occasions, and exclusive fine jewelry collections seeking a truly unique jewel that will never be replicated. Round Diamonds: 0.55 C...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ruby cluster ring holds a central ruby measuring 75pts. The ruby held in this ring is a deep pink colour and the sparkle of the diamonds compliment the stone beautifully. The di...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Stunning Diamond Multi Sapphire Ruby 14K White Gold Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
14K White Gold Ring Green Sapphire 3-0.16 ct Blue Sapphire 3-0,16 ct Yellow Sapphire 1-0,05 ct Pink Sapphire 2-0,1 ct Orange 1-0,05 ct Size 6 US Weight 3,14 grams It is our ho...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
Invisible set Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Bypass Bombay Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 18k Yellow Gold Bombay Bypass ring, the top measures 7/8 inch wide X 5/8 inch, invisibly set with very fine color stepped cut Rubies totaling 3 carats and round brilliant ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Ruby & Pearl Flower Ring with Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Ruby & Pearl Flower Ring with Diamonds 170 Rubies - 2.43 CT 1 Pearl - 0.27 CT (3.4MM) 39 Green Garnets - 0.36 CT 7 Diamonds - 0.14 CT 18K Rose Gold - 9.20 GM Capt...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Carved Jade, Diamond, Onyx Ruby Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
This gorgeous ring features a round-shaped plaque of hand-carved jade with an ornate oriental design, onyx, diamonds accented with 2 rubies, one on each side of the ring crafted in 1...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s 18K Gold Zebra-Inspired Enamel and Ruby Animal Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A charming and whimsical vintage late-1960s animal cocktail ring, beautifully crafted in substantial 18K yellow gold. Inspired by the distinctive markings of a zebra, this unusual st...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
12k-14k White Gold Diamond Ruby and Sapphire Waterfall Cocktail Ring 3.75CT
Located in Miami, FL
Product Specifications Metal: 12K-14K White Gold Type: Diamond Ruby Sapphire Cocktail Ring Total Gemstone Weight: 3.75CT Diamond Weight: 0.75CT (SI1–I1, G–H) Sapphire Weight: 1.50CT ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 0.84ct Diamond and Ruby Ring MF25-013026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A floral motif carved upon the 7.90 carat Ruby center stone makes this luxury ring simply unforgettable. Set in 18K Yellow Gold, a halo of Diamonds totaling 0.84 carats provides this...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Ring with Princess Cut Rubies and Diamonds. (Size 7.75)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Additional Details: This 14K white gold wide-band ring features 1.06 carats total weight of princess-cut pink rubies accented by princess-cut and round diamonds totaling 1.10 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Impressive Mid-Century Ruby Diamond and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
The ring is adorned with a total of nine (9) round mixed-cut rubies, each measuring approximately 2.13-2.30 mm in diameter, and six (6) brilliant single-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite 1.00ct Ruby and 0.75ct Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Radiating timeless glamour and refined elegance, this exquisite cocktail ring showcases the captivating beauty of a vivid round-cut ruby, beautifully complemented by a dazzling sunbu...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,599Sale Price|25% Off
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 1.49 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby= 0.89 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.60 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$442Sale Price / item|35% Off
18k Solid Gold Natural Ruby Half Eternity Ring July Birth Stone Ring
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This gorgeous Ruby eternity ring is one of our best-selling rings.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire Ring With Ruby 5.53 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Pink Sapphire: 5.30 Carats Ruby: 0.22 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Diamond: 0.01 Carats Metal: Gold ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sophia D. Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Platinum Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Art deco inspired platinum ring created by Sophia D, this ring features a 1.07 carat center round diamond with ruby stones with the total carat weight of 0.75 carats and small diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold 2.40ct Diamond and Ruby Ring MF18-020226
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A 7.50 carat Ruby cabochon adds a stylish pop of color to the center of this exquisite ring. Set in 18K Yellow Gold, Diamonds with a total weight of 2.40 carats add sparkle to the st...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 5.88 Carat Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Pomegranate Motif Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 5.88 Carat Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Pomegranate Motif Statement Ring Created as a one-of-a-kind jewel, this exceptional ring is the only example ever produced, and no...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold 1.28TCW Three-Stone Natural Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine estate ruby and diamond 3-stone cocktail ring. In 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Flower Ring with Rubies and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Rubies 0.20 carat approx. Diamonds 0.40 carat approx. Rings size US 6.5 Artfully fashioned from 18 karat yellow gold, this exquisite ring features sh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.78ctw Ruby Flower Ring 18k White Gold Stackable Size 6.5 Band
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Rubies - Total Carats - 0.78ctw Cut - Round Color - Red Treatment - Routinely Enhanced Please note there are surface reaching inclusions, fractures, c...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Sapphire Ruby Butterfly Ring 14 Karat White Gold Insect Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
The Butterfly wings are set with 20 round faceted natural mined Sapphire and natural Ruby gems.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Victorian Era Navette Style Ruby & Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
Ring Details Material: 18K Yellow Gold Era: Victorian 1840 - 1900 Halmarks: Birmingham England; 1876 Head Length: 13.7mm Head Width: 7.5mm Shank Width: 2mm Weight: 2.9 Grams Finger S...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nazarelle 18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18k white gold and features 10 round cut, prong set rubies weighing 0.35ct and 14 round cut, prong set diamonds weighing 0.38ct with a color grade (G) and clarit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Heart Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
In the center, three round treated rubies are set with prongs. On either side of the head, the ring is adorned with two rows of eight modern brilliant-cut diamonds on each of the two...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian Ruby and Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This antique Victorian ring showcases a round red ruby measuring approximately 0.25 carats, accented north and south by two seed pearls.
Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are three Diamonds and two Rubies. The central diamond measures 40pts and the two outer diamonds measure 20pts each. The rubies total 50pts. The sto...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring of Silver Topped 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A refined Victorian ring dating to 1885, featuring a 0.14-carat ruby surrounded by an oval halo of 14 old mine-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.50 carats total. The gemstones ar...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Set in this glossy 18ct gold ring are three Diamonds and two Rubies. The three diamonds total 60pts and the rubies total 50pts. The stones are set in simple claw settings and sit qui...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Freeform Contemporary Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring with Rubies and Diamonds. 0.03 total diamond weight. Size 6.5 3.57 grams total weight.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage Diamond & Ruby Ring in 18k Two tone Gold.
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Custom made 18k yellow & white gold Ring size: 9.75 Diamond: 0.08ct, VS clarity, F color Ruby: 0.1ct Retail: $2500
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three Stone Ruby & Diamond Accent Ring in 18k White Gold
By Pico Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Ring contains 3 round brilliant rubies, 1.65tcw and 66 round brilliant diamonds, 0.50tcw.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Natkina Pearl Ruby Diamond White Gold Baroque Fashion Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Diamond 64-Kr57-0.29-4 / 5A Doublet: Rock crystal Ruby 1-4.86 ct Pearl d 5,0-5,5 1-1,2 ct Pearl d 4.0-4.5 1-0.63 ct Pearl 3.0-3.5 4-0.66 ct 14 Karat White Gold It is our honour to ...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Ruby Ring, Vintage Design, Good Condition
Located in Sewickley, PA
The outer edges are lined with round ruby accents, adding texture and a subtle sparkle that contrasts with the sleek lines of the round and square cuts.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$721Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Accented Snake Bypass Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Material : 14KT Yellow Gold Gold Weight : 2.88 Gram Ring Size : EU-54, US-7, UK-N½ (Diameter-17.2mm) Set with : Diamond Stone : 39 Natural Diamonds Gem Stone : 2 Ruby Diamond Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,150 / item
Ralph Masri Arabesque Deco 18kt Rose Gold Ruby Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
18kt rose gold ring with rubies from Ralph Masri's Arabesque Deco collection, inspired by Middle Eastern patterns and motifs infused with an Art Deco touch. Available in yellow, ro...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, Designer Made, India, 3.5 Carats
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby & Diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Target Ring, Size 6.25, 0.45ct
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum Weight 3.5g Center Round Diamond Approx. 0.25ct Ruby Approx. 0.20ct Target Ring Size 6.25 Measurements 10mm x 19mm
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1960s Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Triple Serpent Ring with Ruby Eyes
Located in Miami, FL
Dating to approximately the 1960s, this exceptional 18-karat yellow gold ring features three intertwined serpents, their elegantly curved bodies wrapping around the finger in an intr...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Sapphire Ring With Ruby 5.52 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Pink Sapphire: 5.30 Carats Ruby: 0.22 Carats (Treatment: Filling) Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silve...
Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald 3 Band Ring
Located in Heemstede, NL
Material: 14K yellow gold Gemstones: 3 natural rubies (3 × ca. 0.015 ct) 3 natural blue sapphires (3 × ca. 0.015 ct) 3 natural emeralds (3 × ca. 0.015 ct) 6 natural diamonds (6 × ca....
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond ring with a distinct déco look features a round faceted African ruby of brilliant color weighing 1.50 carats.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Half Eternity 18K Yellow Gold Wedding Ring. Ruby and Diamond Band Ring 2.4mm
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted Vintage-Style Material: 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6.5 Band can be made in any finger size This elegant half eternity band features 0.30 carats of French-cut rubies...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18kt Yellow Gold 1940's Ring with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Yellow Gold Ring With Diamonds And Ruby Diamonds: 6 brilliant cut diamonds Ruby: 6 round cut ruby Material: 18kt yellow & white gold Ring size: 58.9 EU / 8.75 US (can be re...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beaded Wedding Band. Round Cut Diamond and Ruby Band 18K White Gold 1.58mm
By Estate Diamond Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Ruby Weight: Approximately 0.10 Carats Total Ruby Cut: Round Cut Secondary Stones: Diamonds Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.04 Carats Total Diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
0.93tcw AAA+ 14K Natural Ruby & Diamond Stacking Ring Band
Located in Jupiter, FL
One of natures rare beauties, a pigeon blood ruby and diamond band. This ring band is quite a luxurious work of art and a true showstopper.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver 0.63 Carats Pinkish-Red Ruby Band Ring, Size 7.5
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Please consider any applicable import duties or taxes in your country when making your offer—we’re happy to work with you to find a fair and satisfying arrangement Product Details: ...
Ruby, Sterling Silver
LeVian 14K Yellow Gold Baguette Cut Ruby and Pave Diamond Ring
By Suzy Levian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: LeVian Material: 14K yellow gold Rubies: 26 baguette cut= 0.61cttw Diamonds: 72 round cut= 0.36cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1-SI2 Dimensions: the ring measures 11.5mm wide at...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring 3.00ct 18K Yellow Gold Custom Designer Quality
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mens Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring 3.00ct 18K Yellow Gold Custom Designer Gem Quality Striking Designer-Quality Men’s Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and St...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Ruby Designer Ring
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
14K Yellow Gold Diamond, Emerald & Ruby Designer Ring Exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Diamond, Emerald & Ruby Designer Ring featuring 41 brilliant round diamonds, 2 natural round emeralds,...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ralph Masri Andromeda 18kt White Gold Diamond Ruby Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Unique diamond and ruby ring from Ralph Masri's Andromeda collection, inspired by the stars, galaxies and constellations. Also available in yellow or rose gold, and with sapphires o...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,095 / item
Medium Emerald or Ruby Tulip Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Emerald or Ruby & Diamond (Center) Band Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 2 grams Bulb Height: 10mm Tulip Dimensions: 13mm x 13mm Size: 5.25/5.5/5.7...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby Halo Flower Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Statement Ring Ring Size: 7.5 (resizing available for a fee) Total Weight: 3.5 Grams Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 8 re...
Diamond, Ruby, 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.
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.
Ancient Egyptians referred to the vibrant stone as the “gem of the sun.”
There are many ways to showcase a diamond, from traditional prongs to a smooth, streamlined bezel. Here’s everything you need to consider.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Zircon is a magnificent and underrated natural gemstone that has been worn and adored for centuries.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
If diamonds don’t seem right, what about a magnificent sapphire, ruby or emerald?
Accounting for just 1 percent of all diamonds, these marvels of nature are exceedingly rare and gorgeously complex.
Learn about these antique jewelry styles, then choose a design that speaks to you.