Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking pair of vintage earrings crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, featuring richly colored cabochon rubies totaling approximately 9.90 carats. Each earring centers on an oval cab...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,936Sale Price|33% Off
Rare Tiffany & Co. Red Ruby & Diamond 18k Gold & Platinum Flower Cluster Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Likely Burmese origin (as I have personally seen one other with a GIA report) This fine ruby is accented by 10 natural marquise and round brilliant cut white diamonds of graduating ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Pinkish Red Ruby & Diamond Floral Motif Ring in 14K White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Item Details: - Type: Ring - Metal: 14K White, Yellow Gold - Weight: 4.48 Grams - Setting: Prong - Size: 6 (adjustable) ___________________________ Center Stone Details: - Type: Rub...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Siam Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cluster Ring, circa 1960
Located in London, GB
Siam ruby and diamond ballerina cluster ring. Set to centre with one oval old cut natural unenhanced Siam ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 2.10 carats,...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Angara Natural Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Bypass Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Deep Rich RedMain Stone Shape: RoundMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 3mmMain Stone Carat ...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold
Mellerio ruby and diamond dress ring, French, circa 1945.
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in London, GB
Mellerio ruby and diamond dress ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 0.75 carats, flank...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$10,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Mesh Bracelet 4 Carats Elegant Design
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautifully crafted vintage bracelet in 14K yellow gold, this piece showcases a refined balance of brilliance and color through its elegant mesh design. The bracelet is adorned wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k 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
Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet Statement 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Details Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstones: Natural Rubies (Square Cut) Accent Stones: Round Brilliant Diamonds Setting: Channel and Pavé Length: Approx.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Checkerboard Earring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking pair of vintage 18K yellow gold earrings designed in a bold checkerboard pattern, each set with alternating square-cut rubies and round brilliant-cut diamonds. The gemston...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.02 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified oval center ruby with 2 round brilliant cut side diamonds and 2 full cut accent diamonds in Platinum setting. 1 oval bright clear r...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
.67 Carat Ruby Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Oval ruby and diamond halo engagement ring. GIA certified .67 carat natural corundum oval center ruby with a halo of baguette and around diamonds in a custom-made platinum setting. ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
IGI Certified 1.02 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.02 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 14K Gold
This ring centers a 0.95 carat natural ruby, a gemstone prized for its deep red saturation and association with passion and vit...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
2.06tcw 18K AAA+ Natural Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Provided with certificate of appraisal. Setting Style: Cocktail Gold Weight: 7.7 Grams Setting Material: 18K Yellow Gold Main Stone: Natural Burma Ruby Grade Quality: AAA+ Shape: O...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring. GIA 1.20ct Old European Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Set in a handcrafted platinum setting, the center stone is encircled by a striking square halo of meticulously calibrated French-cut rubies, creating a vivid contrast that enhances t...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Victorian 3.11 Carat Diamond Synthetic Ruby 15k Yellow Gold Bee Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The thorax of the insect is ornamented with an old round cut synthetic* ruby, encircled with eleven diamonds in a combination of Old Dutch and Old round cut.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Diamond Earrings in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.44 carat, Blue Sapphire 0.40 carat, Yellow Sapphire 0.30 carat, Tsavorite 0.35 carat and Diamond 0.11 carat Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 2.6 cm To...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Contemporary Ruby and Diamond Alternating Baguette Wedding Band in White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Metal: 18K White Gold Design: Alternating Baguette Ruby and Round Diamond Half Eternity Band Ruby Cut: Baguette Cut, Channel Set Ruby Weight: 0.8 ctw Accent St...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Moira Ruby, Diamond, Plique à Jour Enamel, Silver and Gold Calla Lily Necklace
By Moira
Located in London, GB
A modern, ruby and diamond calla lily floral wreath necklace, which is part of the MOIRA Collection, featuring calla lilies, in a graduating wreath, which are pavé set with rubies an...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 11.71 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified 11.71ct natural untreated 8 sided Trapiche ruby set in 18k yellow gold setting with a halo of 16 round red rubies and 4 round bezel s...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 1.01 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.01 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 14K Gold
This ring combines diamond, ruby for a total gemstone weight of 1.01 carats. With a total gemstone weight of 1.01 carats, the p...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 1.49 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.49 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 14K Gold
This ring combines diamond, ruby for a total gemstone weight of 1.49 carats. With a total gemstone weight of 1.49 carats, the p...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 1.95 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Floral Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.95 Carat Ruby Diamond Floral Ring 14K Gold
This floral ring combines diamond, ruby for a total gemstone weight of 1.95 carats. The floral motif gives the 1.95-cara...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 1.89 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.89 Carat Diamond Ruby Ring 14K Gold
This ring combines diamond, ruby for a total gemstone weight of 1.89 carats. With a total gemstone weight of 1.89 carats, the p...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 1.58 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.58 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 14K Gold
This ring combines diamond, ruby for a total gemstone weight of 1.58 carats. With a total gemstone weight of 1.58 carats, the p...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 0.95 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.95 Carat Diamond Ruby Ring 18K Gold
This ring combines diamond, ruby for a total gemstone weight of 0.95 carats. With a total gemstone weight of 0.95 carats, the p...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Ruby and Diamond Cushion Halo Ring 1.30ct in 14K Rose Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Rich in color and contrast, this cushion-halo ring features a vibrant grid of round rubies framed by brilliant diamonds, all set in warm 14K rose gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
IGI Certified 1.15 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.15 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 14K Gold
This ring is built around a 1.00 carat natural ruby, complemented by diamond accents for a total gemstone weight of 1.15 carats...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Oval Ruby and Diamond Fancy Ring
Located in New York, NY
The vibrant red rubies are complemented by 0.11CT-TW of round-cut diamonds (G-H/SI clarity), adding sparkle and contrast to the setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 1.4 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.4 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 14K Gold
This ring combines diamond, ruby for a total gemstone weight of 1.4 carats. With a total gemstone weight of 1.4 carats, the piec...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$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
Art Deco Burmese 2.08 carat ruby diamond ring
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set with a cushion shape step cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 2.08 carats, flan...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1970s 18k White Gold Ruby Diamond Full Eternity Ring, UK Size 4
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is a very good gauge of gold and is in excellent condition. Ruby Quality Color Red Cut Round Content 0.20 carat Diamond Quality Color (average grades) G Clarity (average...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 5.01ct Natural Oval Ruby & Diamond Ring, 14k Rose Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Certified 5.01 ct Natural Oval Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14k Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring features a GRS certified natural oval shaped red Ruby, weighing 5.01 carats, set in 14k R...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
IGI Certified 0.23 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.23 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 18K Gold
This ring is built around a 0.15 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents for a total gemstone weight of 0.23 ca...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 0.31 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 0.31 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring 18K Gold
This ring is built around a 0.16 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents for a total gemstone weight of 0.31 ca...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
IGI Certified 1.28 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Statement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.28 Carat Diamond Ruby Ring 14K Gold
This ring is built around a 1.23 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents for a total gemstone weight of 1.28 ca...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond 12 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning ruby pendant suspends from an 18" contemporary 18k gold trace chain via a ring loop to the reverse of a claw set Old European round cut diamond, situated to the apex of...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby Diamond Gemstone Stacking Bracelet in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
This tennis bracelet features an alternating sequence of round-cut natural rubies and brilliant natural diamonds, each secured in a sturdy four-prong basket setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
This beautifully made ET band ring features 2mm round brilliant cut natural diamonds and rubies of excellent quality.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Cluster Ring, GII Certified, UK M Size
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k yellow gold diamond and natural ruby cluster ring. The ring is set to the centre with an oval ruby in a rubover setting weighing 5.03ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6.01 Carat Oval Cut Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A classic yet bold jewel, this ring highlights the beauty of a fine Mozambican ruby paired with an elegant diamond setting, making it suitable for a collector, a statement piece, or ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 1930s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Unisex Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The ring is ornamented with a stunning feature collet set 0.83Ct pear faceted cut ruby. The ruby is flanked on either side by bezel set Old European round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Onyx Ruby Diamond 18k White Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This black onyx, ruby and diamond pendant necklace, crafted in 18k white gold in an Art Deco style. The pendant is built around a geometrically carved black onyx frame, giving the pi...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,480Sale Price / item|20% Off
Impeccable Ruby and Diamond Circle Pendant Encrusted in 14K Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid Rose Gold Gemstone - Ruby Stone Weight - 0.55 ct Stone Shape - Round Stone Size - 2.5 mm Stone Pcs - 11 Diamond Weight - 0.3 ct Diamond Pcs ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Gorgeous 3.00 Carats Ruby & Pavé F/VS1 Diamonds Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
By Rich Jewels
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning cocktail ring features a vibrant natural ruby weighing 1.40 carats, beautifully complemented by Round Brilliant Cut pavé diamonds totaling 1.60 carats, graded F color a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Six individually four claw/prong set round mixed cut rubies, six round mixed cut emeralds and six round mixed cut sapphires each surround a central modern brilliant round cut diamond.
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Channel Set Band Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ruby & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Channel Set Band Curve Ring. A beautifully made yellow gold curved ring set with a 3.6mm centre ruby with deep purplish red colo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Style 1950s Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The pierced decorated, Art Deco style design is embellished with a total of twenty pavé set round cut rubies totalling 1.38Cts. The central ruby arrangement is flanked to the upper ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Sapphire Quality Cut Baguette Content 0.28 carat Ruby Quality Cut Baguette Content 0.28 carat Emerald Quality Cut Baguette Content 0.25 carat Diamond Quality Color (average grades)...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
9K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Duo Stones Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Celebrate classic romance with this Natural Ruby and Diamond Vintage-Style Duo Stones Snake Ring.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Gold
Late Art Deco GIA 1.50 carat ruby diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in platinum, the setting provides a cool, luminous backdrop that beautifully enhances the vivid ruby and bright diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$3,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Classic Design Ruby and Diamond Engagement Tennis Bracelet in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 4.76 cts Gemstone Shape - Round Gemstone Size - 2.5X2.6 mm Gemstone pcs - 62 Diamond weight - ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Retro Style Bold Cocktail Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant round ruby set in a vertical setting, drawing the eye with its rich, romantic hue.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$7,524Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural Diamond and Ruby Shield Earrings 2.18 Carats in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Deira, AE
A striking geometric composition of natural diamonds surrounding vivid natural rubies creates exceptional contrast and visual depth.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
9.00 Carat Aqua Ruby Diamond Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro Art Deco Aqua, diamond and ruby pendant. 9.00ct oval natural aqua set in 14k rose gold setting with two round rubies and two full cut round diamonds. circa 1930-1940. 1 brigh...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
IGI Certified 4.08 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18K Rose Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
A truly magnificent find, these IGI Certified earrings showcase a remarkable 4.08 total carat weight of natural Burma rubies. Sourced from the world's most coveted origin, these rubi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose 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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.