AGL Certified 1.04 Carat Round Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Square Halo with Criss Cross Shank Ring The ring is 18K White Gold The Center Stone is a Round Ruby 1.04 Carats The Ruby is AGL Certified Heated There are 0.44 Carats in Di...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin - 14k Round Brilliant .20ctw Nature
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Total Carats: .20ctw Style: Brooch Fastening Type: Hinged...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.70ct Diamond and Ruby Halo Ring. Round Brilliant Diamond Engagement Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 0.70 Carats Center Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Center Diamond Color: I Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Secondary Stone...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Round Cut Natural Burmese Ruby Eternity Wedding Band Ring 6.5
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A timeless eternity wedding band style, showcasing 25-26 rich red natural Burma rubies AAA Quality stone round cut set in a shared prong setting 14k white gold, weighing 2.00 carats.
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Ruby Diamond Curved Band - 14k Round .33ctw Wavy Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .03ctw Cut: Single Color: I - J Clarity: S...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Ring - 10k Round .37ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Metal Content: 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .36ctw Cut: Round Color: Pinkish Red Clarity: I1 - I3 Natural Diamond Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Tiger's Eye Ruby Sapphire Vintage Pendant 18k Round Cabochon
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Tiger's Eye Cut: Round Cabochon Simulated Ruby Treatment: Heating Cut: Round Cabochon Simulated Sapphire Tr...
Ruby, Sapphire, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.80 Carat Natural Round Cut Ruby Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 14 Karat Flex*
Located in New York, NY
Tennis Alternated Flex 5.00ct. Natural Ruby Bangle bracelet. Round cut, Fully Faceted.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
0.75 Carat Round Ruby Bezel Set Diamond Ring Platinum in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Platinum 0.75ct Round Ruby Bezel Set Diamond Ring This stunning Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Halo Ring - 14k Round Brilliant .57ctw Flower
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $50 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .17ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G C...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.54 Carat Round Cut Ruby and Diamond Double-Row Eternity Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Eternity Band Ring Metal: Platinum Size: 7.75 Weight: 11.22 Grams Center Gemstone Details: Type: Ruby Carat: 1.54 Color: Pinkish Red Cut: Round Cut Side Ston...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$847Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Bold Round Natural Ruby Diamond Solitaire Pendant for Anniversary Gift
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 Sterling Silver Natural Ruby and Diamond Pendant features a striking 11 mm round natural ruby weighing an impressive 7.2 carats, radiating deep red brilliance and ti...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Halo Bypass Ring - 10k Round .31ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .30ctw ...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Diamond & Ruby Art Deco Style Floral Halo Set Stud Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A glamorous pair of Art Deco inspired target earrings bezel set with a round brilliant cut diamond in the center. The diamond weighs approx. 0.1 carat and its haloed by French cut ru...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Custom Cut Ruby and Round Diamond Art Deco Bracelet 7.0"
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Rubies: 104 custom cut= 2.60cttw Diamonds: 104 round cut= 1.56cttw Color: I-J Clarity: SI2 Dimensions: the bracelet measures 7.0 inches in l...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.10 Carats Total Brilliant Round Shape Burmese Ruby Stud Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classic pair of stud earrings showcasing vibrant red round cut Burmese rubies weighing 2.10 carats total.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectacular Round Ruby Pendant Mounted with 14K Gold and Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural ruby and diamond pendant in 14K Gold. It has a round cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Cut Natural Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Openable Lock Bangle Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Prong Set Natural Ruby Gemstone 14k Yellow Gold Openable Round Bangle Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- BAMJ-329 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ruby Weight - 14.70 Carat Gross ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA-Certified Pigeon’s Blood Ruby Cts 0.83 and Round Diamond Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Featuring a stunning 0.83 cts Ruby, certified by GIA to ensure authenticity and quality, heated to perfection, and boasting the coveted Pigeon's Blood hue.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
6.16 Carat Natural Round Cut Ruby Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 14 Karat Victorian*
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Ruby Cluster 5.06ct. Natural Ruby Bangle bracelet.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
AGL Certified 1.09 Carat Round Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Square Halo Two Tone Ring The ring is 18K White & Rose Gold The Center Stone is a Round Ruby 1.09 Carats The Ruby is AGL Certified Heated There are 0.54 Carats in Diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 1.05 Carat Round Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Octagon Halo Two Tone Ring The ring is 18K White & Rose Gold The Center Stone is a Round Ruby 1.05 Carats The Ruby is AGL Certified Heated There are 0.68 Carats in Diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 0.81 Carat Round Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Square Halo Two Tone Ring The ring is 18K White & Rose Gold The Center Stone is a Round Ruby 0.81 Carats The Ruby is AGL Certified Heated There are 0.52 Carats in Diamo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Textured 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings with Round Natural Rubies
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These nature inspired earrings feature a richly textured design in 18 karat yellow gold, forming an elongated organic shape that cradles a vibrant ruby at the center of each stud. Th...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Sapphire Pendant - 10k Round 1.32ctw Flower Basket
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Emeralds Treatment: Oiling Carat(s): .08ctw Cut: Round Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .16ctw...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Natural Round Pink Ruby Diamond Anniversary Ring
By Baikalla
Located in Portland, OR
Exquisite designs add details to admire and uniqueness to your everyday memento. This ring features a round natural Sri Lanka 1.197 ct Pink Ruby. The design is simplistic with ruby s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Cluster Band - 18k Round .39ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $40 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vivid Marquise Cut Ruby (GIA) and Round Diamond Halo Statement Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking cocktail ring showcases an exquisite, vivid marquise-cut ruby weighing 2.09 carats, nestled securely within a partial horizontal halo of 16 brilliant round-cut diamonds...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$1,080Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold 1.32 Carat Round-Cut Ruby Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 1.32 Carat Round-Cut Ruby Tennis Bracelet This classy and elegant crimson red ruby thin tennis bracelet is eternal.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Round Ruby & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold 6.75 Inch
Located in New York, NY
**Natural Round Ruby & Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14 Karat Yellow Gold** This exquisite tennis bracelet features prong settings that beautifully showcase the natural round rubie...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Round Ruby and Diamond Bypass Toi et Moi Ring
Located in New York, NY
The setting showcases two primary round-cut gemstones nestled closely together: one vibrant purplish-pink round ruby and one contrasting light yellow/champagne round diamond.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Cut Ruby 2.59Ctw & Diamond 0.47Ctw Tennis Bracelet 14K White Gold 7 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully crafted tennis bracelet features 69 prong set round cut rubies studded in a single line with 9 round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
J. Birnbach 0.55 Carat Round Ruby and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in luminous 14K white gold, the design centers on a vivid round ruby weighing 0.55 carats. The ruby is natural and heat-treated only, allowing its rich red hue to shine with ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Konstantino Ruby Heart Scrollwork Drop Earrings 925 18k Round .30ctw Pierced
By Konstantino
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Konstantino Metal Content: Sterling Silver & 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .30ctw Cut: Round Total Carats: .30ctw Style: Dro...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$875Sale Price|45% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Gresha, Containing 15 Round Rubies
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat yellow gold and silver, containing 15 round rubies weighing 2.25cts. The ring is made to fit 2 different fingers size 6 and 8.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Ruby Large Stud Earrings - 14k Bronze Coin Round Cabochon Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Cut: Round Cabochon Color: .40ctw Style: Large Stud Fastening Type: Omega Closures Measurements...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Bypass Ring - 10k Round .14ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $25 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .1...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Cut Pink Red Ruby & Diamond Solitaire Stud 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
(approx. in total) Backing: Push Back Center Gemstones Type: Ruby Shape: Round Size: 5.3 mm. Number: 2 Weight: 1.80 Carat (approx. in total) Accent Gemstones Type: Diamond Shape: Rou...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,750Sale Price|50% Off
18K White Gold 0.66ctw Round Ruby & 1.13ct Diamond Dangle Stud Earring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Product Details: Metal: 18k Solid Gold Metal Color: White Gold Earring face length x width= 3x1.2 cm Total weight= 8.7 grams Ruby: 4 stones, Natural, round cut, pinkish-red, heat t...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Bypass Ring - 10k Round .28ctw Flowers
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s):...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Bypass Ring - 10k Round .38ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 2 sizes for $25 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s)...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Ruby Cts 0.18 and Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Seize the moment and declare your love with our Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring today. Adorned with four round rubies totaling 0.18 carats and five round diamonds totaling 0.09 carats,...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Diamond Round Shaped Dangle Earrings Made in 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14kt Gold :2.38g, Diamond:10.23ct, Silver:31.57gm, Ruby:1.84ct
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Halo Ring 10k Round 1.66ctw Three-Stone
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.6...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.61 ct CS's Extraordinary Round Red Ruby and Diamond Halo Pendant
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful red ruby and diamond pendant, with a center brilliant shape gemstone weighing 0.61cts. The ruby is accented by collection color brilliants and baguettes styled in a share...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.07 Carat Round Ruby Hand Textured Gold Bow Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage hand textured 1940s bow design earrings with natural pink red genuine ruby centers made out of 14k yellow gold. Set with a total of 12 round sapphires with an approximate tot...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Ring - 10k Round .49ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $40 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .44ctw ...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1.86 Ct Round Ruby & 0.30 Ct Halo Diamond Post Earrings
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
The round rubies have diamond halos surrounding them.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Richard Klein Ruby Slide Charm - Yellow Gold 14k Oval & Round 1.79ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Richard Klein Design: Slide Charm Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.79ctw Cut: Oval & Round Total Carats: 1.7...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mercedes Signed 14K Gold Ruby & Diamond Art Deco Hidden Watch Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Mercedes-signed vintage 14K yellow gold Art Deco hidden-dial manual wind watch bracelet featuring a gem-set dial cover with round ruby horseshoe motif and round brilliant diamond acc...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Peter Suchy .55 Carat Round Ruby Diamond White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Each accented with a round bezel set diamond. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop 2 round red rubies, approx. .55cts 2 round diamonds, H VS approx. .5cts 18k white gold...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Petite 2.45 Carats F/VS1 Round Brilliant Diamonds Ruby Stud Earrings 14K Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
These elegant stud earrings feature a vibrant natural rubies totaling 2.05 carats, beautifully complemented by Round Brilliant Cut diamonds totaling 0.40 carats, graded F color and V...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning 3.70 Carats Round Brilliant F/VS1 Diamonds Ruby Cuff Bracelet 18K Gold
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This stunning cuff bracelet features a vibrant natural Pear Shape ruby weighing 2.30 carats, beautifully complemented by Round Brilliant Cut diamonds totaling 1.40 carats, graded F c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Roman Malakov 3.11 Carats Total Round Cut Burmese Ruby & Diamond Earrings
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish pair of earrings, featuring Burmese rubies weighing 1.39 carats total and round white diamonds weighing 1.72 carats total with F Color and SI Clarity, set on a four-prong s...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Peter Suchy GIA 1.75 Carat Round Diamond Ruby Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified round brilliant cut center stone in a platinum setting with a halo of 18 calibre French cut rubies and a halo of round pave set diamonds. 1 round brilliant cut diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Cross Pendant - 14k Round Brilliant .60ctw Faith
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): 0.12ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H - I Clarity: SI2 - I1 Natural Rubies Treatment: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Ruby Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold with Halo Diamonds & Hinged Leverback
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K white gold huggie hoop earrings with hanging halo ruby drops. The earrings have 44 round natural diamonds totaling 0.40 carats and two round faceted rubies totaling 0.44 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Round Ruby Three Stone Journey Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Channel set in an exquisite journey trail, the three graduating round rubies exude their bold and striking red hue.
Ruby, Gold
3.10 Carat Round Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A stunning bracelet set with 18 stunning Red Rubies weighing 3.10 carat total. Alternating these Rubies are 18 sparkling round diamonds weighing 2.50 carats in total.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Red Ruby Center Diamond Halo Flower Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.8 Grams Earring Diameter: ~10 mm x 10 mm Diamond Count: 16 brilliant cut Diamond Color: G Diamond Clari...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k 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.