$2,700 / 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
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
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
18K Yellow Gold Ruby Stackable Band Ring by Ferrucci, 0.30ct
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow gold thin band ring, stackable rings, with approximately 0.30 carat of Rubies, hand set, comfortable fit, the band measure 1.5 mm width Wear single or multiple flat bands ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.32ct Diamond, Ruby, and Sapphire Ring MF01-070826
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Bold and architectural, this estate ring features three cabochon-cut gemstonesa central round ruby and two blue sapphire cabochonseach bezel-set within their own diamond pave halo on...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold Granulata Style Oval Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Stefano Vitolo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of a kind jewelry with excellent gemstones in a truly old world Italian craftmanship. ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k 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
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
Diamond & Ruby Vintage Inspired Edwardian Style Openwork White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Step into a world of timeless elegance with this exquisite Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Openwork Cocktail Ring in White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k 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
Antique 0.65Ct Burmese Ruby and 0.48Ct Diamond, Platinum Twist Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive 1920s engagement ring has been crafted in platinum. The ring displays a stunning feature 0.65ct round faceted cut Burmese ruby and a 0.48ct Old Eu...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14k Gold Tiger Diamond Signet Ring With Ruby Eyes
By Rose and Choc
Located in Wallingford, CT
Metal: 14k yellow gold Stone: Natural Diamond Number of stones: 32 diamonds Diamond color and clarity: GHI, SI Diamond size: 1.2mm Diamond weight: 0.25 carat Dimension: 15mm with 2 m...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Salvini Ruby & Diamond Swirl Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold Size 6.75
By Salvini
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Salvini swirl cocktail ring is crafted in 18k white gold. Adorned with 7 prong set round cut rubies and pave set round cut diamonds in a spiral swirl pattern.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White 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
Rud Murbach Sixties Mod Sapphire Diamond and Ruby Ring
By Rud Murbach
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Rud Murbach, Zurich. Charming, cheerful, and chic, this lovely sixties ring is visually buoyant! A gorgeous .80 carat ruby is surrounded by 2.0 carats of livel...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three stone White Diamond Ruby Halo RIng in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
At the center, a radiant round ruby (0.82cts.) glows with a deep, luxurious red hue, bringing life and richness to the entire piece.
White Diamond, Ruby, 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
Art Deco Platinum Ring with 0.39ct Diamond and Rubies, 21st Century
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A bold tribute to the glamour of the 1930s, this Art Deco–style ring centers on a luminous 0.39 carat transitional cut diamond. Its balanced proportions and lively sparkle bridge ant...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Hallmarked Birmingham- date letter has rubbed Makers Mark H W Ltd Lovely, Edwardian Ring. Set with alternating, natural rub...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18K White Gold 0.88ct Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Geometric Cocktail Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A bold Art Deco-inspired cocktail ring in 18-karat white gold, featuring a 1.50 carat large oval cabochon ruby at center encased in a geometric frame of calibr-cut blue sapphires and...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940’s 18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Bombe Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1940’s Fabulous, vintage Bombe shaped ring. Set with natural rubies & brilliant cut diamonds. Mounted on a yellow gold, split band....
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Ruby Modern Heart Ring 925 Sterling Silver Size 4.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Paloma Picasso Modern Heart Ring. Crafted in 925 Sterling Silver. This ring comes with a tiny round cut ruby accented in the center of the heart.
Ruby, Sterling Silver
1.29c Carat Ruby and 0.60 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is embellished with an impressive feature vintage (circa 1950) 1.29ct round faceted cut ruby, flanked with an antique (circa 1900) 0.31ct and 0.29ct Old European round cut d...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold .45ct Ruby and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 14K white gold ruby and diamond ring. The ring features a genuine earth mined round pinkish-red ruby weighing .45cts.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Opal & Ruby Cluster Ring, Size 7.75
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cluster Opal & Ruby Ring! Beautifully crafted & adorned with opals & rubies. Materials: 14k Yellow Gold Condition: Pre-Owned Opal: 2.20ctw Ruby: 1.10ctw Ring Di...
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4.5 Metal: Platinum Size: 4.5 Band Width: 3mm Diamond: 4 round brilliant diamonds, total carat weight .18 Ruby: 5 round rubies, to...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Platinum 3mm Half Circle Diamond Ruby Band Ring 4 Metal: Platinum Size: 4 Band Width: 3mm Diamond: 4 round brilliant diamonds, total carat weight .18 Ruby: 5 round rubies, total ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.90 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Bow-Motif Fashion Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
It is channel set with one fine rich red natural ruby, 18 round brilliant cut and 12 baguette cut natural diamonds in 14k yellow gold
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Sapphire Turtle Ring with Rubies & Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Sapphire Turtle Ring with Rubies & Diamonds 1 Blue Sapphire - 4.60 CT 36 Diamonds - 0.31 CT 2 Rubies - 0.01 CT 18K White Gold 4.10 GM Turtle represents intuitive...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
1930s Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.60 carat natural ruby and 0.59 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold, 14 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewe...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Raja's Empire 6.1ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This magnificent statement ring is commanded by an exceptional 6.1-carat ruby, its deep, saturated crimson hue radiating intense richness and depth.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three stone sapphire emerald ruby ring 18KT yellow gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1ct center blue sapphire accompanied by diamonds, single ruby and single emerald in 18KT yellow gold. The gemstones are good-medium quality with some small inclusions seen by naked e...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.65ct Ruby Burma Solitaire Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
0.65ct Ruby Burma Solitaire Engagement Ring 18ct Yellow Gold This stunning 0.65ct Ruby Burma Solitaire Engagement Ring is crafted from high-quality 18ct yellow gold, making it a perf...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Five Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Lovely, Edwardian gold band style ring. Set with alternating, natural rubies & diamonds. The centre stones in pretty squ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Yves Saint Laurent K18 Gold Ruby Sapphire Emerald Band Ring
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in 台東区, JP
A refined band ring by Yves Saint Laurent, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and accented with vibrant rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. The sleek, polished band is punctuated by bezel-...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
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
Ruby And Diamond Band Ring In 18 Karat White Gold.
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Band Ring beautifully handcrafted in 18 Karat White Gold. The details are as follows : Ruby weight: 1.87 carat Diamond weight : 0.16 carat Metal : 18 K white go...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage Detailed Frog Diamond and Ruby Eyes Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Delightful! Awesome Finely detailed Gold Frog Gold Ring. Accented with Hand set Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.46tcw and Ruby Eyes, approx. 0.10tcw. Ring size 5.75, we offer rin...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Ruby Animal Lion Ring 14K Gold Cocktail Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This spectacular huge vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold (carefully tested and guaranteed), and made in the shape of a Lion's head. The diamond in lions' mouth i...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Yellow Solid Gold Natural Ruby Vintage Style Heart Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Passionately charming, this Ruby Vintage Style Heart Ring captures timeless romance and vibrant elegance.
Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold eternity band ring set with 1.44 carats of round cut rubies. US size 6.5.
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Rose Gold 0.45ct Diamond and Star Ruby Ring MF16-062426
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A unique design makes this ring an opulent addition to any luxury jewelry collection. The detailed 14K Rose Gold setting showcases Diamonds totaling 0.45 carats and Star Rubies with ...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Ruby Flower Cluster Ring, Late 20th Century Design
Located in Sewickley, PA
The ring features a petite yet vibrant flower-shaped cluster composed of rich red round rubies.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
.72 Carat Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Flexible Link Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage retro 1940's flexible link 18k rose gold ring with 24 round rubies and 24 round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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
Art Deco revival Platinum Ring with Onyx, Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Aventura, FL
This beautiful Art Deco revival ring is crafted in platinum and showcases a striking sugar loaf natural black onyx with approximately 4.50 carats total weight, accented with 34 natur...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
Modern Platinum Ruby and Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous ring is so sparkly. The ring is modelled in platinum and is set with five pink rubies. Surrounding the rubies are diamonds. The rubies measure 5pts each and each diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Gold Toi et Moi Ring - 1ct Unheated Ruby & 0.70ct Old Mine Cut Diamond
Located in Berlin, BE
Classic Toi et Moi ring in solid 18k white gold featuring an unheated ruby and an old cut diamond side-by-side. Gemstone: Natural Ruby (Unheated / No Heat) Ruby Weight: Approx. 1.0...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
0.81 Carat Natural Ruby Eternity Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
RUBY ETERNITY RING 14K YELLOW GOLD (0.81 CTW) Style Code# R5830YR Setting: Prongs Colorstone 1: Ruby Stone 1 Shape: Round Stone 1 Qty: 27 Stone 1 Weight Ctw: 0.81 Total Gem WT: 0.8...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Antique 22 Karat Sapphire Ruby Double Snake Ring
Located in Banbury, GB
Stunning antique victorian double snake serpent ring. 2 yellow gold snakes entwined together with ruby and sapphire gem set heads. Snakes are a symbol of everlasting eternal love, a...
Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold
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
Silver925 Ruby Pearl Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
*Pictures have been enlarged to show details** PRIMARY STONE(S) Stone: Natural Ruby Color: Red Shape: Round Size: 2.5 – 3.5 mm.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Silver
AGL Certified Ruby and Old Mine Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified Ruby and Old Mine Diamond Ring A yellow gold ring centering a round-cut ruby flanked by two old mine cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Shell Ruby Vintage Ring - 14k Carved Cameo .20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Shell Cut: Carved Cameo Natural Rubies Tr...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold 1.36ctw GIA Burma Pear Cut Vivid Red Ruby w/ Round Diamond Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red - Burma - Heated - 1.16ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (2) Natural Genuin...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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
$2,500 / item
Opal Ruby Diamond Double Halo Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This romantic Opal Halo Ring features a luminous cabochon opal surrounded by French cut rubies and a brilliant diamond halo in 14K White Gold.
Ruby, Opal, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
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
14k Yellow Gold Simple Burnished High Bezel Set Ruby Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This pretty and simple ring is a burnished yellow gold, set in the center with a round faceted ruby, approximately 0.23 CTS, set into a high bezel and finished ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond & Ruby Halo Cocktail Statement Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond & Ruby Halo Cocktail Statement Ring Metal: 18k white gold Weight: 8.68 grams Diamonds: Approx. 1.00 CTW round G-H VS natural diamonds.Center diam...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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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