Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Silver Top Old Mine Diamond Ruby Cluster Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Silver Top Old Mine Diamond Ruby Cluster Ring. This gorgeous Victorian old mine diamond and ruby ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and si...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
TJD 0.90 Carat Natural Multi Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond 14 Karat Gold Band Ring
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Add a little luck to your attire with this enchanting multi sapphire and diamond band ring. This ring features 0.15 carat of 28 round diamonds and 0.75 carat round 7 multi sapphire, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond & Red Pink Ruby Art Deco Inspired Style Floral Cluster White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Made of dazzling round cut diamond and French cut ruby set on white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Red Pink Ruby & Diamond Vintage Style Half Eternity 18K Rose Gold Band Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
(approx. total weight) Gemstones I Type: Ruby Shape: Round Size: 1.8 mm. Number: 5 Weight: 0.22 Carat (approx. in total) Gemstones II Type: Diamond Shape: Round Average Color: H Aver...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18K White Gold Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald and Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your collection with our exquisite 18k Gold Ring. Featuring a striking trio of gemstones, the centerpiece is a vibrant blue sapphire, flanked by a rich red ruby and a lush gr...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond and Enamel Art Deco Style Ring in 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant round Ruby shines at the heart of this Art Deco–inspired ring, set elegantly in a bezel.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Star Setting Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
18 carat gold band set with rubies and diamonds. Hallmarked Birmingham. Ring Size: N or 6 3/4 Band Width: 8mm Weight: 3.3g
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18 Karat White Gold Floral Diamond Pave, Ruby and Onyx Dome Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This exceptionally feminine ring glitters with a rare and luxurious elegance. The ring is made of 18 white gold and boasts shanks accented with black onyx. Lastly, the domed portion ...
White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond & Ruby Fancy Cut Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Bombay White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A beautiful bright and shining round cut diamond sparkles from within a bezel setting embellished by bright white diamonds accented by slender stripes of French cut rubies in this fi...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,449Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM Diamond Briolettes & Ruby 18k White Gold Dangling Ring
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM White Diamond Briolettes in Ruby Band Dangling Ring in 18K WhiteGold Inspired by the beauty of a rain drop, Our eccentric Dangling diamond ring is an absolute show-stopper. it...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage GRAFF Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring 2.06 cts AGL Report
By Graff
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic and timeless cocktail ring created by GRAFF in the 1980's. Features an approximately 2.06 carat round faceted ruby accented with rubies and diamonds set in 18k yellow gold.
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 1.00CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 4.00 grams 5/16 inch in width Size 7 16 diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
Sparkling Diamond Ruby Stackable Engagement Band Ring in 18k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid Rose Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 0.36 cts Gemstone pcs - 36 Gemstone shape - Round Gemstone Size - 1.16 mm Diamond Weight - 0.85 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Alex Jona White Diamond Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold band ring, set with 3 round cut white diamonds, F-G color, VS clarity, for total carats 0.14 and 33 rubies for...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona White Diamond Ruby 18 Karat White Gold 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 0.91 carats of round cut white diamonds, E color, VVS1 clarity and 0.67 carats of...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$460Sale Price / item|20% Off
Tiny Pear Diamond Halo Ruby Ring Handcrafted in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Tiny Pear Diamond Halo Ruby Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.07 carats and diamond of 0.05 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sophia D. 1.08 Carat Diamond and 1.08 Carat Ruby Toi et Moi Platinum Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
Sophia D platinum ring is composed of Ruby and Diamond. The featured ruby is 1.08 carats and the diamond is 1.08 carats. The surrounding rubies weight totals .25 carats and the diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$3,990Sale Price|30% Off
Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Concentric Target Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
(approx. total weight) Ring size: US 3 – 8 available Center Gemstones Type: Diamond Shape: Round Average Color: H Average Clarity: SI Size: 4.5 mm.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Vintage Style Band Ring Huggie Earrings Matching 14K Rose Gold Set
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Sparkling with light to rival the season of love, round ruby and diamonds in Art Deco inspired settings giving these 14k rose gold hoops and half eternity ring timeless appeal.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Row Ruby & Diamond Band Ring Size 5.75-6 #21773
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Row Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 5.75-6 JAGi Certified- This vibrant ring features a distinctive checkerboard style design with three rows of alternating 22 nat...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Wide Band Cluster Ring, 1.88ct, USA
Located in Jupiter, FL
Brilliant round and tapered baguette diamonds accent the well-designed ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Seaman Schepps 14K White Gold 1970's Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
"This ring by Seaman Schepps is of cluster design, set with cabochon and variously-cut rubies, and a pavé-set round brilliant-cut diamond leaf 14k white gold Signed P.S.V. of Seaman ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18kt Yellow Gold, Antique Ladies Christmas
Located in Grantham, GB
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Trilogy Ring 3x Round Old Cut Rubies AAA Vibrant Red Totalling 0.54 Carats 2x Old Cut Diamonds Totalling 0.08 Carats Size: UK P - US 7.5 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,770Sale Price / item|20% Off
Indian Style Engraved Ruby Flower Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Round Cut Ruby Diamond Cocktail Engagement ring in 18K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your energy and sensuality.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Sapphire Ruby & Diamond Shark Fin Wide Full Finger Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (18) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Rich Deep Blue Color - 1.7-3.3mm (approx.) (31) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Single Cu...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
Layering 14K Solid Rose Gold Cross and Natural Ruby Eternity Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid Rose Gold Gemstone - Ruby Stone Shape - Round Gemstone Pcs - 16 Gemstone Weight - 1.28 ct Stone Shape - Round Stone Size - 2.5 mm Gross ...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold, 2.31 Carat Ruby and 1.10 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
18 karat yellow gold ring designed with alternating rows of round brilliant cut diamond and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CRIERI-MILANO Classic Eternity Ring Band In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 0.87 Ct 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, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Picchiotti 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Diamond, Ruby, and Black Onyx
By Picchiotti
Located in New York, NY
Crafted by the famed Italian designer Guiseppe Picchiotti, this ring is a perfect example of his meticulous work. Set in 18 karat yellow gold this ring features two rows of square cu...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
15.35 Carat Chrysoprase & 2.98 Carat Vivid Red Burma Ruby Unique Table Top Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A soothing green 15.35 carat Chrysoprase is set along with 2.98 carat of vivid red ruby from Burma. The ring is made in 18 K gold and is hand made in Hong Kong. Chrysoprase, chrysoph...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Alexis New York Snake Flexible Wrap Ring Silver Gold Enamel Diamond and Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Made from white enamel that are set on 18k gold and sterling silver, this ring is accompanied by precious natural stones: Marquise-shaped rubies for the eyes and classic round-cut di...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Art Deco Turquoise, Ruby and Rock Crystal 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* This exquisite piece captures the beauty of nature, combining the rich allure of rubies with the tranq...
Ruby, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Estate 18K White Gold Buff Top Invisible Ruby Diamond Wide Band Ring 5.54cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A solidly crafted contemporary cocktail ring done in 18K white gold and invisibly set with approximately 5cttw in buff top natural red rubies as well as .54cttw in G-I color Vs1-2 cl...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Three-Stone Navette Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This early Art Deco two-tone ring features a round transitional-cut diamond center stone weighing approximately 0.44 carats, F color and I1 clarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Oval Shaped Ruby and Round Diamond Wide Cigar Band 18K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Product Details: Center Stone: Oval-shaped ruby, 0.45 carats Accent Stones: Round brilliant cut diamonds, 0.40 carats total Metal: 18k yellow gold Ring Size: Currently size 3.75 (ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Floral Cluster Ring & Earring Lover White Gold Set
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Made of dazzling round cut diamond and French cut ruby set on 14k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,200Sale Price / item|25% Off
Ruby Three Stone Filigree Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Featuring a trio of radiant gemstones, this ruby three stone ring showcases a classic art deco ruby ring layout in glowing 14k yellow gold.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alfieri & St. John 18KT. Yellow & White Gold Ring with 3.95Ct. Rubies & Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A large pave diamond oval almost floats on the finger along with the two open bands. One band is set with round brilliant diamonds, the other with vibrant square cut rubies.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
TJD 0.35 Carat Ruby and 0.25 Carat Diamond Band Ring in 14K White Gold.
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Key Attributes Total Ruby Weight: 0.35 Carat Ruby Count: 5 Total Diamond Weight: 0.25 Carat Diamond Count: 8 Round Diamonds Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clarity: I2 Setting Style: Pro...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k 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 0.60 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
Vintage ruby sapphire 18k yellow gold architectural hammered ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Featuring 11 round cut sapphires and rubies weighing approximately 1.00 carat in total, the ring brings together vivid blue and red gemstone accents for a rich, eye-catching contrast.
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Ruby Ring 18k White & Rose Gold Center 1.09 ct (#1)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco Style Colorful Ring - Statement and Bold Center Diamond surrounded with Red Ruby, sides have white Diamonds All stones are Natural 18k White & Rose Gold 8.60 grams Nat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 1.25 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Buckle Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond Buckle style cocktail ring. Solid 18k yellow gold and Platinum under fine white well cut diamonds. Natural no heat untreated genuine Rubies with a GIA certified. G...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Vintage Ring - 14k Roud .42ctw Intertwinted Rope
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Byzantine Ring with Ruby Sapphire Emerald
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios design ring handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The ring is microscopically decorated - granulation work - all the way around with gold beads and wires shaped as the...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,350Sale Price|25% Off
Opal Emerald Ruby Tanzanite Diamond Vintage Style Floral Ring in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
ACCENT STONE(S) Stone: Natural Ruby Color: Green Shape: Marquise Size: 4 x 2 mm.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sacchi Ruby Emerald and Blue Sapphire Gemstone 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
The Ring is comprised of 18 Karat Yellow Gold Satin Finish, set with three blue Sappihres, Two Emeralds and Two Rubies.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sunita Nahata Ruby and Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring in 14Karat Rose Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ruby: 0.288 carat round shape. Pink Sapphire: 1.655 carat round shape.
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$385Sale Price / item|30% Off
Sterling Silver Horse Ring with a Ruby Eye and Diamonds on the Strap
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, containing 1 round ruby weighing .04pts. ring size is 9 and 15 round full cut diamonds weighing .16pts. can be size to fit for free. weighing 16 grams
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Edwardian 1900s Antique Toi et Moi Burma Ruby and Diamond Platinum 18K Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Edwardian 1900s Antique 1/2 Ct Burma Ruby and 1/3 Ct Old European Cut Diamond Ring in Toi et Moi Style 3.3 gram 18 Karat yellow Gold Platinum topped lady's ring circa 1900s, Edward...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Original Natkina Red Ruby Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White Gold 14 K (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 76-RND 57-0,47-4/6 Ruby Pink Sapphire Weight 3.84 grams US Size 7 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tradition...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
TJD 0.19 Carat Pear Ruby and 0.25 Carat Diamond Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Key Attributes Ruby Weight: 0.19 Carat Ruby Cut: Pear Shape Total Diamond Weight: 0.25 Carat Diamond Count: 44 Round Diamonds Diamond Color: H–I Diamond Clarity: I2 Setting Style: P...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Striking round rubies are alternately prong set with dazzling round diamonds on a lustrous 14k yellow gold band.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Antique Italien Pulcinella Comedia Del Arte Three Colour Gold Ruby Ring Diamond
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This is a lovely and rare Italian ring of Pulcinella in profile with a diamond eye, made out of three colour 10 karat gold. US size 7
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold
ETERNITY Ring In 18Kt White Gold With 1.10 Ctw In Vivid Red Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
An eternity ring band with Natural Rubies. This is a beautiful eternity ring carefully crafted in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish and embellished around with...
Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Ruby Bypass Promise Ring with Diamond in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 14k white gold, this stunning ruby bypass ring captivates with its enthralling red allure.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Angara Natural Vintage Inspired Ruby Ring with Diamond Halo in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Prong-set on a pinched shank and surrounded by a scalloped diamond halo is a breathtaking red round ruby. The diamonds on the shank add to the scintillating allu...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
$7,000Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Bird Bunch Pink Sapphire Ruby Diamond Yellow 18K Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 18K Diamond 125-0,9 ct Diamond 4-0,01 ct Pink Sapphire 62-0,49 ct Ruby 12-0,07 ct Weight 6,38 grams Size 7,5 US With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k 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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