Retro Modern, circa 1940s Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Wailea, HI
Retro Modern Circa 1940's Ruby and Diamond Ring Four Square Cut Rubies weighing .55 carats approximately Ten Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing .35 carats approximately The Rubi...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Solitaire Ring with Ruby and Diamond Accents
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Solitaire Ring With Ruby And Diamond Accents 0.10 Total diamond weight. Size 8 3.36 grams total weight.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
$1,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring in an Art Deco Style Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold ruby and diamond ring, containing 1 oval cut ruby of fine quality weighing .50pts. and 12 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .35pts. in an "Art Dec...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
White Gold Diamond Band Ring with Ruby Accents
Located in San Francisco, CA
Whether worn as part of a stack or solo, this unique diamond band ring is destined to become a favorite. Featuring 5 incredibly white natural diamonds weighing .60 carats total weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Gorgeous retrò ring in 14 karat rose gold structure mounted qith a gold flower in the central part studded with an emerald surrounded by diamonds. Around, leaves of sapphires and tw...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Retrò Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Elegant vintage ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with an oval ruby and,laterally, two drop rubies surrounded by a crown of diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Itali...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K 1.57ct Ruby Ring GIA Burmese Pigeon Blood
Located in Big Bend, WI
Top color GIA natural Burmese vivid red pigeon’s blood ruby weighing 1.57 carats set in 14K white gold with 1.5 carats of round diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
stunning ruby and diamond ring has an eye catching look with bright sparkle, gorgeous color, and a glamorous vintage inspired design!
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Pear-Shaped Diamond with French-Cut Ruby Halo and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Pear-Shaped Diamond with French-Cut Ruby Halo and Diamond Ring Description: This ring is crafted in solid 14k white gold and features a sophisticated pear-shaped design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Classic Cushion Ruby Ring with Diamond Halo in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Drawing inspiration from elegant vintage patterns, the cathedral set ruby ring is crafted in 14k white gold. The bold red ruby is surrounded by a halo of glimmer...
Diamond, Ruby, 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
For a luxurious vintage-inspired look, this 14k white gold ruby halo ring is finished with milgrain borders.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Edwardian Diamond and Faux Ruby Ring
Located in Riverdale, NY
Edwardian Diamond and Faux Ruby Ring circa 1900. A diamond shaped motif is set with knife edge collet set diamonds surrounding a large bezel set synthetic ruby. Period silver topped ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Retro Gold Cocktail Ring 1.4 Carat Natural Ruby, Diamond and Pearl, circa 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, 1.40 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond & 12.5mm Pearl.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Marquise Diamond with French-Cut Ruby Halo and Diamond Border Ring
Located in New York, NY
Marquise Diamond with French-Cut Ruby Halo and Diamond Ring Description: This ring is crafted in solid 14k white gold and features a vintage-inspired marquise design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Band Ring with Eight Round Gemstones
Located in Heemstede, NL
Discover the beauty of this pre-loved 14k gold ring, set with 8 stunning rubies. The play of color in these gemstones is truly captivating.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Black Onyx and Pink Opal Round Beads Rubies Black Diamonds Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and elegant Art Deco Style ring composed of a flat oval ring in solid 14 Kt yellow gold with 3 round black onyx beads with small faceted rubies set on one side and 3 pink op...
Black Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Roman + Jules Ruby and Diamond Band Set in 14k White and Yellow Gold
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Roman + Jules Ruby and Diamond Band set in 14K White and Yellow Gold This antique-inspired wide Ruby and Diamond band design has milgrain detailing on the yellow and white gold, high...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Rubellite Ring 14K Gold Vintage Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Rubellite Ring 14K Gold Vintage Estate This lovely estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with natural Earth mined Rubellite and diamonds. The cente...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3cts Ruby Ring with Sapphire Accents Ring: Solid 14k White Gold, Oval 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This exquisite ring features an oval ruby at its center, accented by shimmering sapphires and set in 14K solid white gold.
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro Gold 1.15 Carat Natural Marquise Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold 2 Carat Natural Marquise Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring, Circa 1960.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
1.99 Ct. Ruby Cabochon and 0.45 Cts. Yellow Diamond Ring, 14K
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby Cabochon accented with two Yellow Diamonds Ring made in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The Ruby Cabochon weighs 1.99 carats and the diamonds weigh 0.45 carats. Ring Size 6.75 US.
Yellow Diamond, Ruby
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Ruby Ring with Diamond Accents 0.50 TDW
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow And White Gold Ruby Ring With Diamond Accents 0.50 TDW. Size 7 4.43 grams total weight.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Old Mine Cut Diamond, Ruby, and Rectangular Diamond Art Deco Ring
Located in New York, NY
Old Mine Cut Diamond, Ruby, and Rectangular Diamond Art Deco Ring Description: This striking antique-style target ring is crafted in 14k gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
6.75 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Ring Band 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
6.75 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Ring Band G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Rubies 6.75CTW G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold, Prong style Size 7 diamonds - 1.37ct, rubies ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.80 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Ring Band 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
0.80 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Princess Cut Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Rubies 0.80CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Channel style, 3.20 grams 3mm width Size 7 5...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Enlightenment Celestial Crown Tiara Diamond Baguette and Ruby Ring
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing the "Enlightenment Elegance" Fine Jewelry Collection – an exquisite ensemble meticulously crafted from the timeless allure of baguette diamonds and the resplendent radian...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Oval Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.06 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Oval Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 1.06CTW G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold Prong style, 4.30 grams 3/8 inch in width Size 7 18 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.55 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Ring Band 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
0.55 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Round Cut Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Rubies 0.55CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Channel style, 1.90 grams 2.5 mm in width Size ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.70 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Ring Band 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.70 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Round Cut Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Rubies 1.70CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 3.00 grams 3 mm in width Size 7 3 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.70 Carat Natural Oval Ruby and Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.70 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Oval Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 1.70CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 3.10 grams ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.65 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.65 Carat Natural Diamond and Round Cut Ruby Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 1.65CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 3 grams ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,824Sale Price / item|20% Off
VR Jewels 14K Yellow Gold 1.48Ct Emerald-Cut Ruby & Diamond Three Stone Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This ring is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features a 1.48 carat emerald cut ruby at the center, flanked by two round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.54 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Gold Cocktail Ring 4.5 Carat Natural Ruby and Baguette Diamond, circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, approximately 4.5 Carat Natural Ruby & Diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Rose and White Gold Ring, 1940s Art Deco
Located in Wallkill, NY
14k Rose and White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$5,000
Ruby You and Me Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ruby You and Me Ring A yellow gold ring set with two oval rubies and two round-cut diamonds. Approximate Ruby Weight: 4.48 carats Approximate Diamond Weight: .77 carats Approxima...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Sunita Nahata Ruby 0.40ct. and Diamond Heart Ring in 14Karat White Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The pieces in this collection are exclusively curated by Sunita to present unique items that incorporate fancy and exclusive gemstones cuts and color combinations. Ruby Heart Ring i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Ruby Sapphire Ring 6.5 14k W Gold 3.64 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Magnificent Natural Ruby and Sapphire Ring 6.5 14k W Gold 3.64 TCW Certified $4,950 310635 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14ct White Gold, 1980s Diamond & Ruby Snake Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Ring 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1980s This striking 1980s snake ring is expertly crafted from 14ct white gold, showcasing a mesmerising design that captures the essenc...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Ruby Sapphire Ring 6.5 14k Y Gold 2.51 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Ruby and Sapphire Quality Ring 6.5 14k Y Gold 2.51 TCW Certified $3,950 310636 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry Nothing says, “I Love you” more than ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rubellite Tourmaline, Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring Textured 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 6 Discover a masterpiece of elegance with this enchanting rubellite, ruby and diamond ring, a true celebration of timeless luxury. At the heart of this design lies a capt...
Diamond, Ruby, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1900s Ruby and Old Mine Diamond Navette Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1900s Item Details: Ring Size: 5.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.3 grams Diamond Details: 1.25ct total weight Ruby Details: .90ct,...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Burma Ruby Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Platinum Old Mine Diamond Burma Ruby Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Round Diamond Baguette Ruby Wedding Ring. Half Eternity Alternate Band 14K White
Located in New York, NY
Era: Handcrafted Vintage-Style Material: 14k White Gold Ring Size: 5.25 This elegant half eternity band features 0.40 carats of natural baguette-cut rubies paired with 0.15 carats o...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Snake Ring Serpent Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Double Cocktail
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Serpent Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Double Cocktail Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring, Eternal Renewal, is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, two serpent heads framing...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold...
Diamonds Sapphires Rubies Pearl Rose Gold Spiral Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Solid Yellow Gold Tibetan Ring with Natural Ruby and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat yellow gold contemporary ring an art object. It is encrusted with: colourful sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and cushion red vivid ruby. Siz...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, ...
13.10 Carat Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
13.10 Carats Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring Total Red Ruby Weight is Approx. 12.00 Carats (Lead Glass Filled) Ruby Measures: Approx. 14.00 x 11.00mm N...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Free Form Ruby Ring with Round Diamonds
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Free Form Ruby Ring with Round Diamonds Size 7.75 10 piece round diamond with 0.75 total diamond weight. 8 grams total weight. *This ring can be resized at your...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of 2 Natural Sapphire/Ruby and Diamond Rings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of Two Natural Ruby/Sapphire and Diamond Rings. Ruby Size 6, Sapphire 5.75 These lovely ring each feature one oval gemstone (ruby and sapphire, 5 mm x 4 mm each) and six round b...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$864Sale Price / item|20% Off
Elegant Ruby & Sapphire with Halo Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
A captivating blend of color and brilliance, this exquisite ring is crafted in 14k white gold and features a 0.97 carat pear-cut pink gemstone at its heart.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.70 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Ring Band 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.70 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Round Cut Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Rubies 1.70CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 3.00 grams 3 mm in width Size 7 3 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.70 Carat Natural Oval Ruby and Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.70 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Oval Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 1.70CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 3.10 grams ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.65 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.65 Carat Natural Diamond and Round Cut Ruby Ring G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Ruby 1.65CTW G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style, 3 grams ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
.54 Carat Red Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond ring. Oval ruby center stone set in a 14k yellow gold semi split shank setting with 27 round brilliant cut accent diamonds. 1 oval red ruby, approx. .54cts 27 roun...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
The Ring of The Future" Circa 1940s Ruby and Diamond Ring in White Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
The Ring of The Future" Circa 1940s Ruby and Diamond Ring in White Gold A visionary piece from the 1940s, aptly titled "The Ring of The Future," this extraordinary handmade statem...
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.80 Carat Baguette Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
The warm glow of the gold enhances the vibrant hue of the ruby, creating a harmonious blend that is both captivating and sophisticated. 15 baguette ruby Approximate 1.5 carat 10 ro...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Beautiful ring in 14 kt rose and white gold structure mounted with a central coral surrounded by a frame of rubies and diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master gold...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$3,247Sale Price / item|20% Off
Italian Ruby Black Diamond White Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Diamond 36-RND 57-0,25-4/6 Ruby 5-Oval-1,37 ct Ruby 2-RND-0,08 (4)/3 Weight 3.19 gram Size 6.8 With a heritage of ancient fine Sw...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
10 Carat Oval Ruby Cab 1 Carat Diamonds Red Enamel 14k White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classy Art Deco 14 White Gold Ring with a 10 Carats Oval Ruby Cabochon measuring 9x11 mm surrounded by 16 full cut brilliant cut diamonds for a total weight of 1,06 Carat...In the o...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
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.
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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