Ring with ruby and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.51ct 18k gold 7.9 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with a ruby and a brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.51 ct – G/H - SI - ring size US 7 – EU 17.25 (54) Detailed description: The top of the ring is oval, 1.7 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Halo Engagement Ring A striking blend of elegance and bold design, this vintage ring showcases a dazzling old Rose Cut diamond at its heart, radiating...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Oval Opal & Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Set Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Step into a world of vintage elegance with our exquisite opal with ruby and diamond art deco style ring in yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Charles Krypell Ruby and Diamond Crossover Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Charles Krypell
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds, Rubies Diamond Shape & Cut: Round brilliant cut Diamond Measurements: 2.500 – 2.100 mm Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.64 CTW Diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Claris-A Certified Cushion-Cut Ruby and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This ruby and diamond ring is a striking choice, ideal as a cocktail ring or even a distinctive engagement ring for those seeking a unique and luxurious statement piece.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18-Carat Gold Pompadour Engagement Ring with 0.91ct Pink Ruby and 0.15ct Diamond
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
It is surrounded by a refined halo of diamonds totaling 0.15 carat, enhancing its brilliance and giving the ring an elegant, romantic look.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
French 2 Carat Unheated Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in MONTMORENCY, FR
An elegant French ruby and diamond cluster ring crafted in solid platinum 950.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.92ct Marquise Ruby Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Tustin, CA
Surrounding the ruby, you'll find a dazzling array of 0.24ct round and 0.22ct baguette diamonds, meticulously arranged to enhance the ring's brilliance and sparkle.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$505Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 3.2 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Floral Ring in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Surrounding the rubies are sparkling diamonds totaling 0.35 carats, approximately 1.7 mm each, enhancing the ring’s brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Butterfly Heart Ring with Rubies & Diamonds
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Their deep red hue contrasts beautifully with the warm gold, enhancing the ring’s romantic appeal. Accenting the gold butterfly motif are three sparkling 1.72mm diamonds, adding 0.06...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Victorian ruby diamond cluster 18k yellow gold silver ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The rubies bring warmth and vitality to the design, enhancing the ring’s visual richness while reinforcing the romantic symbolism so beloved during the era.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Natural Ruby 1.18ct & Diamond 0.44ct Ring in Handmade 18K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby and a diamond gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
8.32 ctw No Heat Ruby & Diamond Modern 18K Gold Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 2.07 carats enhance the ruby’s rich color and brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Silver Diamond Ruby Topaz Cameo Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Cameo ring in 9kt yellow gold and silver embellished with oval rubies and a crown of diamonds and topazes.
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Oval Cut Ruby 3.15Ctw And Diamond 0.75Ctw Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold Size 5
Located in New York, NY
The ruby is clarity enhanced and lead glass filled. Can be worn as a cocktail ring or an engagement ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k 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
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 6.01 Carat Oval Cut Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
The diamond frame enhances the ruby’s intensity while adding brilliance, contrast, and architectural balance to the design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintaged Style 0.82Ct Burma Unheated Ruby ring With Diamond
Located in Singapore, SG
Features : Main Gemstone (1pc) - Ruby Total Carat Weight (1pc) - 0.82Ct Natural Diamonds (18pcs) - 0.16Ct Measurement of ruby - 6.8x6.2mm ( Approx) Cut - Mixed Oval Cut Clarity...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k 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
$144,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.00 Carat Vivid to Deep Red Ruby and Diamond Ring NO HEAT
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 5.00 Carat Vivid to Deep Red Ruby and Diamond Ring An extraordinary treasure of nature, this ring showcases a rare 5.00 carat oval ruby of vivid to deep red color, cer...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
3.07 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring NO HEAT
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking and highly saturated 3.07 carat natural Mozambique ruby set in a refined platinum mounting with diamond pavé shoulders.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified 2.42 Carats Unheated Burma Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
The diamonds are expertly set to enhance the ruby’s vibrant red hue and deep tone, creating a stunning contrast that highlights the gem’s brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 1.94 Carat Ruby and 1.74 Carat Diamond Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Warszawa, PL
Ruby ring, 1.94 carats, diamond ring, 1.74 carats, 14K yellow gold, GRS certified.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
8.40 ctw Mozambique Ruby & Diamond Halo 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The vibrant center stone is encircled by a halo of brilliant white diamonds, adding sparkle and enhancing the ruby’s depth and brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct White Gold & Platinum, 1930s French, Diamond and Ruby Cross Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
This ring is a testament to the extravagance of the era, showcasing a vibrant combination of fourteen sparkling diamonds and seven rich natural rubies arranged in a striking cross pa...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$16,871Sale Price|20% Off
Cocktail Ring Ruby White Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
The beauty of the ruby is enhanced by the presence of six sparkling white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fine GCI-Certified 3.17 ct Natural Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring – 18K Gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Its color glows from within, revealing the depth and richness only found in untreated stones of fine quality. The ruby is framed by two baguette-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
GIA 1.75 Carat Oval Cut Heated Tanzanian Ruby Ring. Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Ruby Ruby Weight: Approx 1.75 Carats Certification: GIA Certified Ruby Cut: Oval Cut Ruby Origin: Tanzania Treatment: Heated Secondary Stones: Diamond...
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Pink Sapphire Ruby Diamond Snake Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Yellow Gold Pink Sapphire Ruby Diamond Snake Ring This stunning Ruby Diamond Snake Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship!
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,137Sale Price|25% Off
Exquisite 18K Gold Double Split Cocktail Ring with Fine Burma Rubies and Diamond
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Their rich color and superior clarity make them highly sought-after gemstones, symbolizing passion and prosperity. Pavé Set Diamonds 0.50 Carats Total Weight: Surrounding the magnifi...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 1930 18kt Yellow Gold Ring with Diamond, Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds
Located in Aventura, FL
Period: 1930´s Style: Art Deco Metal: 18Kt yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Ring size: 7 1/4 (sizable).
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Ye...
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
1950's Ruby Diamond Cocktail 18k White Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Presenting a mesmerizing ruby and diamond ring that captivates with its stunning design, featuring a brilliant pear-shaped ruby encircled by a vibrant double halo of diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage jade diamond ruby 14k white gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The interplay between the cool white gold, luminous diamonds, and vibrant rubies creates a dynamic composition that is unmistakably of its era.
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Amwaj Jewellery 18 Karat White Gold Ring with Ruby and Heart Cut Diamond
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
A Classic Beauty, this 18 karat white gold ring by Amwaj jewellery presents the lovers’ promise of a future together featuring heart shape diamond that sit ever so beautifully and is...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Oval Halo Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
At its center, a rich oval ruby set in a sleek bezel draws the eye, surrounded by a sparkling halo of diamonds that enhance its fiery glow.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Toi et moi - Functional Rings - Wear 1 or 2 - Burmese Ruby & Diamond Rings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Encircling this regal duo is a constellation of 60 Round Brilliant Diamonds (0.91 cts), adding crisp brilliance that enhances the ruby’s imperial glow and the diamond’s sunlit warmth.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 0.40 Carat Vintage Style 14K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The diamond is beautifully accented by a scalloped double halo of vibrant, custom-cut natural rubies and sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.05 Carat Unheated Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Their crisp brilliance adds dimension and light, enhancing the fiery glow of the center gem. The ring is meticulously crafted with a yellow gold bezel and claw-style double prongs t...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
24k Gold Ring for Woman with Bee Engravings, Marquise Cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (1.03) and Diamonds (0.18) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where empires like the...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 2.03 Carat Unheated Cushion Ruby Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined and timeless jewel, combining a GIA-certified unheated ruby with a sophisticated diamond surround, suitable for collectors or for those seeking a distinctive high-jewelry r...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 4.03 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Highlights: GIA Certified 4.03 carat cushion-cut natural ruby Origin: Burma (Myanmar) Treatment: Heated (moderate residues) Measurements: 8.61 x 8.47 x 6.01 mm Rich, saturated r...
Ruby, Platinum
1.80 Carat Baguette Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Introducing a mesmerizing Ruby and Diamond cocktail ring. The uinique piece captures the essence of timeless elegance. set with 15 baguette shaped rubies with a total carat weight of...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Style 0.75Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Art Deco Style 0.75Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond 14k White Gold Ring A radiant bright oval ruby centers this striking and sparkling Vintage Art Deco style ring expertly crafted...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Nigaam 1.7Cts. Ruby and Diamond Crimson Halo Ring Size 7 in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This ring features a mesmerizing oval ruby center, surrounded by a halo of sparkling diamonds and flanked by two ruby-encrusted domes.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Rhodium
1981 Classic Collection Ring: 0.33ct Diamonds and 0.5ct Ruby in 18K White Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Gemstone Total Carat Weight: This exquisite 1981 Classic Collection wedding band ring features a total carat weight of 0.33 carats for 5 round diamonds and 0.5 carats for 6 round rub...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
1981 Classic Collection Ring: 0.33ct Diamonds and 0.5ct Ruby in 14K White Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
Gemstone Total Carat Weight: This exquisite 1981 Classic Collection wedding band ring features a total carat weight of 0.33 carats for 5 round diamonds and 0.5 carats for 6 round rub...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
COCKTAIL Ring with opal, ruby and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.50ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring with a heart-shaped pink opal, ruby, and brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.50 ct – G/H - VS/SI - ring size US 5.5 - EU 16 (50) Detailed description The top of the ...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage Synthetic Ruby and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive synthetic ruby and 0.07 carat diamond dress ring in 18 karat yellow gold; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1981 Classic Collection Ring: 0.22ct Diamonds and 0.36ct Rubies in 14K Rose Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
The 1981 Classic Collection ring is a timeless masterpiece that combines the sparkle of diamonds with the rich allure of rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1981 Classic Collection Ring: 0.22ct Diamonds and 0.36ct Rubies in 18K Rose Gold
By ZIORO
Located in Paramus, NJ
The 1981 Classic Collection ring is a timeless masterpiece that combines the sparkle of diamonds with the rich allure of rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Pavè Setting Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Ring total weight 14 grams Diamonds weight 0.90 karat Ruby weight 0.60 karat Ring Size 16 ITA 7.50 US
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Toi et Moi Crossover Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Each shoulder is masterfully pavé set with high quality round brilliant cut diamonds, mounted in white gold to enhance their sparkle.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,740Sale Price|30% Off
GRS Certified Unheated 3.93 Carat East African Ruby and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
The center stone is set in platinum and framed by a refined pavé-diamond band, enhancing the vibrancy of the ruby while maintaining a clean, timeless aesthetic.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Heart-Shaped 18K White Gold Emerald Ruby Diamond Ring, 1.02ct
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made, HEART-SHAPED ring is crafted from 18-carat white gold and features an EMERALD AND RUBY gemstone set within a halo of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco, Rose Cut 8.25ct, Burmese Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring, 8.25 Carat Ruby, Rose Cut Diamonds, 18K White Gold Metal Purity: 18k Diamond Carat: 3.50ct Colored Stone: Ruby 8.25 ct Weight: 11.8 Grams...
Sapphire, White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Certified 3.50 Carat Ruby 1.50 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
From statement pieces to delicate adornments ,wearing jewerly allows individuals to express their unique personally and taste. A stunning Burma Ruby and Diamond ring in 18k gold with...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14k White Gold 0.50ct Rubies and 0.20ct Round Brilliant Diamonds in a Wave Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 0.50ct Rubies and 0.20ct Round Brilliant Diamonds in a Wave Ring Band Style: Wave Ring Band Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: This ring features approximately...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid Century Old European cut diamond ruby platinum buckle ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Accented by three vivid step cut rubies, the ring gains a refined pop of crimson contrast that enhances its bold silhouette.
Blue Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$208,000Sale Price|20% Off
SSEF Certified 4.05 Carat Unheated Mozambique Ruby Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
The center stone is set in an elegant diamond halo design, surrounded by round brilliant-cut diamonds that enhance the ruby’s intensity while adding balanced brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ring with ruby up to 0.90ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.24ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold entourage ring set with a central ruby up to 0.90 ct and an entourage brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.24 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5 (55) Detailed ...
Diamond, Ruby, 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.
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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