VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K Yellow Gold “Hawaii” Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An iconic and highly collectible VAN CLEEF & ARPELS “Hawaii” ring, crafted in richly textured 18K yellow gold and dating to the 1980s. This bold bombe-style design exemplifies the ma...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Yellow Gold Ruby and White Sapphire Vintage Style Three stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage-style three-stone ring features three vibrant rubies set in a classic arrangement.
Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Lovers Knot Unisex Snake Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as two entwined snakes with grooved looping bodies and dimensional heads One head is bead set with a single cut diamond and the other a round cut ruby Diamond weighs approxi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Granulata Style Oval Ruby and 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
$1,350 / item
Ruby Filigree Three Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Designed with timeless elegance, this Ruby Three Stone Ring in 14K yellow gold showcases three vivid rubies across an elongated setting with graceful filigree details.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K 750 White Gold Natural White VVS Diamond & Ruby Ring Size 7
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Natural Diamond & Ruby Ring Metal Type: 18K 750 White Gold Total Item Weight: 8.3 Grams Ring Size: 7 (Resizable) 1: Natural Diamond Weight: 0.29 Ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
70s Ilias Lalaounis Ring Ruby Stacking Band Sterling Silver 18k Gold Signed
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish & finely detailed vintage Ilias Lalaounis ruby ring, crafted in sterling silver & 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s). Designed in Greece by the famous jewelry house...
Ruby, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$5,520Sale Price|20% Off
1 Carat Ruby and Diamond Band Ring in 14k Yellow and White Gold
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This sophisticated multi-row band ring features a vibrant display of natural rubies and sparkling diamonds, crafted in a striking combination of 14k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Mixed Metal, White Gold
3.41 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby & Black Onyx Ring in 18k Solid Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Magnificent ruby, Black onyx ring. High brilliance, Round faceted, natural 3.41 carats ruby mounted in high profile , accented with Black onyx.
Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Mens Emerald Diamond Ruby Ring Vintage 14K Gold Band
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Two 5mm natural Earth mined Emeralds and one 5mm Ruby totaling 1.61 carats. Ten round cut diamonds range from VS2 to SI2 clarity and I to K color.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond 5 Stone Ring, Germany
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Ruby Quality Color Natural Cut Round mixed Content 0.65 carat Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Modern brilliant round Content (total) 0.28 c...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3+ Carat Ruby and Light Fancy Yellow Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful ring set in 14K yellow gold that features a delicious 3+ carat vibrant ruby complimented by glittering light fancy yellow diamonds. The warm yellow gold metal pai...
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,044Sale Price|33% Off
Rare Tiffany & Co. Red Ruby & Diamond 18k Gold & Platinum Flower Cluster Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
This is a beautifully made cluster ring set with a top grade 4.5mm deep vivid red round cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 27.13 Carat Natural Pink Kunzite Ruby Diamonds Ring 14 Karat Gold*
Located in New York, NY
Subtle Pink & Reds Clustered 27.13ct. Natural Kunzite Ring 19.6 X 15.15 x 10.54mm Cabochon cut. Light Purple Pink Strong, even tone. .80ct Natural Round Red Rubies .30ct s...
Diamond, Kunzite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
0.51 Carat Ruby and 0.39 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Ring Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage ruby ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The full eternity setting is ornamented with eleven round faceted cut rubies, totalling 0.51cts, alte...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.51ct Oval Diamond and 2.10ctw Ruby Two Row Cocktail Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 1.51ct Oval Diamond and 2.10ctw Ruby Two Row Cocktail Ring Style: 14k Yellow Gold Oval Diamond and Ruby Two Row Cocktail Ring Material:14k Yellow Gold Style: 14k Y...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.28 Carat Ruby and 0.10 Carat Diamond Solitaire Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Key Attributes Total Ruby Weight: 0.28 Carat Center Stone: Natural Ruby Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carat Diamond Count: 36 Round Diamonds Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I2 Sett...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Three stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
*Pictures have been enlarged to show details* GEMSTONE(S) I Stone: Natural Ruby Color: Red Shape: Round & French Cut Size: 2.5 – 3 mm.
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$636Sale Price / item|20% Off
Handcrafted Natural Ruby Stackable Band Ring in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 0.43 cts Gemstone pcs - 17 Gemstone Shape - Round Gemstone size - 1.2 mm Gross Weight - 2.573 ...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.35 Carat Ruby and 0.10 Carat Diamond Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Key Attributes Total Ruby Weight: 0.35 Carat Ruby Count: 7 Total Diamond Weight: 0.10 Carat Diamond Count: 29 Round Diamonds Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I2 Setting Style: Pr...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Diamond & Ruby Engagement Halo Set 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The shoulders feature French cut rubies. The ring is unique and will be one you will be pound to wear.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 3.48 CT Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Rhodolite Garnet Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 3.48 Carat Diamond Natural Yellow Sapphire Natural Ruby Natural Emerald Natural Rhodolite Garnet Ring – 14K Gold, 4.49g / 0.14 t oz
An extraordinary celebration of ...
Rhodolite, Sapphire, Ruby, Garnet, Emerald, Diamond, Gold
Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brilliant round diamond takes center stage, while French-cut rubies accent the design with rich, vibrant color.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Dinner Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Number: 1 Weight: 0.35 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gemstones Type: Ruby Shape: French Cut Number: 16 Weight: 0.84 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gemstones Type: Diam...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
$1,428Sale Price / item|20% Off
Handcrafted 1.75ct Natural Ruby Solitaire Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire ring features a 1.75 carat round-cut natural ruby set in 14K yellow gold.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$942Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Vintage-Inspired 7.2 Carat Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring in Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 Sterling Silver Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring showcases a striking 11 mm round natural ruby at its center, radiating rich red brilliance and weighing an impressive 7...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Le Baiser Du Dragon Diamond Ruby Ring by Cartier. With 56 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. 1.68ct 1 round ruby Details: Ring ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Julius Caesar 18K Two-Tone Gold Men's Ring, Guilloché Enamel & Rubies
Located in London, GB
Julius Caesar men's signet ring in solid 18K white and yellow gold, featuring translucent red guilloché vitreous enamel, a sculptural gold portrait of Caesar and two natural rubies t...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Enamel
$4,489Sale Price|20% Off
Crown Ruby Elegant White 18K Gold Ring for Her for Him
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White 18K Gold Ring *Same Model with another stones available Ruby 0,73 ct Weight 7,5 grams This collection was created inspired by the wonderful and controversial Castel Del Mo...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Invisible set Rubies, Yellow Diamond & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Ruby & Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds.
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sapphire and Ruby Alternating Eternity Band Ring, 2.20 Carats Yellow Gold 14K
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Style: Alternating Gemstone Eternity Band Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Band Width: 3.4 mmRing Finger Size: US 7.25 Gemstones: Natural, Sapphires: 10 Round-Cut Cabochon Ceylon Sapphires, a...
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified .81 Carat Diamond Ruby Halo Art Deco Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond ruby engagement ring. GIA certified .81 round cut center European Ideal cut diamond, mounted in a Platinum setting with a halo of 8 calibre cut sapphires, accented with 8 rou...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18ct Gold Edwardian, Acrostic ADORE Ring: Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Emerald
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1910 Introducing this stunning 18ct yellow gold antique ADORE ring, a true epitome of elegance and charm. This fabulous...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 1.62 Carat Diamond and Black Diamond and Ruby Eagle Motif Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.62 Carat Black Diamond Diamond Natural Ruby Eagle Ring – Gold-Plated Gold-Plated, 18.02g / 0.58 t oz
Bold, powerful, and unmistakably singular, this eagle-motif r...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1.00 Carat Red Rubies Stackable Eternity Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A classic beauty never ending, 1 carat of red rubies set to perfection in a hand crafted stackable 18k yellow gold eternity band, 2.3 mm wide, stackable collection, made in New York ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby 1.15 carats with Diamond 0.22 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.15 carats with Diamond 0.22 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 3.15 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
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. The harmonious blend of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sonia B 1.10 Carat Ruby Rose Gold Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Sonia B
Located in Stamford, CT
Sonia B. ruby eternity wedding band. 12 round rubies in a 18k rose gold eternity band. 12 round rubies approx. total weight 1.10cts. Size 8 Weight: 2.4 grams 18k rose gold Stampe...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby and Pearl Ring Hallmarked Birmingham Circa 1870
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Pearl & Ruby Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1870 Hallmarked Birmingham Crafted in solid 18ct gold, this ring features three pearls spaced evenly across the band, ...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$315Sale Price / item|50% Off
Unisex Genuine Ruby and Diamond Sterling Silver Ring Custom Jewelry for Gifts
Located in New York, NY
This Unisex Genuine Ruby and Diamond Sterling Silver Ring striking 925 sterling silver ring centers on a vibrant round-cut ruby presented within a shimmering halo of white cubic zir...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natkina Precious Sapphire Tsavorite Ruby Star Diamond Band Cocktail Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Diamond 9 Round-0.08ct-VS1 A Tsavorite 21 - Round-0,29ct 2 / 2A Ruby 11 - Round-0.16ct T (5) / 3A Sapphire blue 22 - Round-0,35ct T (5) / 3A Multisapphire 30-0.42 ct Rose/ Yellow/Wh...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...
Natkina Precious Sapphire Tsavorite Ruby Star Diamond Band Cocktail Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Diamond 9 Round-0.08ct-VS1 A Tsavorite 21 - Round-0,29ct 2 / 2A Ruby 11 - Round-0.16ct T (5) / 3A Sapphire blue 22 - Round-0,35ct T (5) / 3A Multisapphire 30-0.42 ct Rose/ Yellow/Wh...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...
Vintage 1960’s French 18K Ruby Sapphire & Diamond Floral Bouquet Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Bursting with exceptionally vibrant natural rubies, sapphires, and emeralds, the design is elegantly centered by approximately 0.60 carat total weight of round brilliant-cut diamonds...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$297Sale Price|20% Off
German Kabirski Paradisa Claw Design 18K Gold Plated Silver Ring with Ruby
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Four claw-like talons curve round to create this highly dramatic ring. Quirky yet tantalising it really makes an impact.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
$3,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Cluster Ruby and Diamond Wedding Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 4.54 cts Gemstone pcs - 28 Gemstone shape - Round Diamond Weight - 0.59 ct Diamond size - 1 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Ruby White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold ring, set with 0.62 carat of white brilliant cut diamonds, F color, VVS1 clarity and 1.40 carats of square cu...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring by Marcus & Co.
By Marcus & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring by Marcus & Co.
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Floral Cluster Engagement 14K White Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Look at this stunning ruby and diamond floral cluster ring! Set in rose gold, this vintage inspired ruby and diamond ring features a unique floral design.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Rosior one-off Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring set in 950 Platinum
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior by Manuel Rosas Contemporary 950 Platinum Ring. The Ring Design represents a "Lace" that is set with: - 200 Diamonds (F/G-VVS) with 2,20ct; - 25 Rubies with 1,17ct. Easily Siz...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Rhodium
18K White Gold Snake Blue Sapphire Green Garnet & Ruby Ring
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Snake Blue Sapphire & Green Garnet Diamond Ring US Size: 6.5 148 Blue Sapphires - 3.45 CT 20 Green Garnets - 0.45 CT 2 Rubies - 0.11 CT 18K White Gold - 8.71 GM ...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fred of Paris 18K Yellow Gold 1.95ct Diamond and Ruby Ring FP16-031626
By Fred Paris
Located in Southampton, PA
A unique design makes this Fred of Paris ring instantly captivating. Rows of Diamonds totaling 1.95 carats add texture, dimension, and sparkle to the overall design. At the center, a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pinkish Red Ruby & Diamond Floral Motif Ring in 14K White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
0.91 carat round cut pinkish red color natural ruby in 14k white and yellow gold floral motif ring.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Ruby & Pearl Ring With Pretty Carved Shoulders
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Victorian Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1898 Gorgeous Victorian Ring. Set with Four Natural Seed Pearls, Two Natural Rubies & Pretty Carved Shoulders. Width 5.7...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
2.36ct NATURAL RUBY DIAMONDS 4 TIER 3d COCKTAIL PETAL DIAMOND RING 18KT
Located in New York, NY
3D Petal Leaf 4 tier cocktail ring 1.06ct round diamonds G-color vs-2 clarity 1.30ct natural pear shaped rubies clean clarity, transparent and vivid red. 18kt. white gold 19...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.80 Carat Natural Ruby Eternity Band Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
2.80 Carat Natural Ruby Eternity Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Rubies 2.80CTW Red SI 14K Yellow Gold Prong style, 3.30 grams 2.5 mm in width Size 7 23 rubies MM40YR ALL OU...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ruby butterfly ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold
Platinum 14K Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Buckle Ring, Unisex, USA, 0.15ct
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Platinum 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Buckle Ring. The ring features a belt buckle design with a bead set center diamond and two accent square-cut rubies bezel-set along the insid...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Carrera Y Carrera 18k Gold Panther Ring Ruby Eye & Diamonds. Leopard Pounce
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
The ring is captivating and a rare example of the Spanish designer Carrera Y Carrera's work. Extremely rare ring. Only one currently for sale. The ring is stamped 256803 for its in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
1950s French 2.05 Carat Diamond and Oval Cut Ruby Color Doublet Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine French vintage cluster ring been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The feature oval cut ruby colored doublet* is bezel set in subtle relief in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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.
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