$2,435Sale Price|20% Off
Fine Jewelry Ruby Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Bracelet
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Bracelet White Gold 14 K (Also Available in Black Diamond and Tsavorite) Size 18.5 Diamond 1-Round 57-0,03-4/6A Diamond 18-Round 57-0,11-4/6A Ruby 8-Round-0,06 Т(4)/3C Pink Sapphire ...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
1960 Chantecler Capri GIA Certified 19.2ct ruby 19ct sapphire bracelet
By Chantecler Capri
Located in Capri, IT
1960 Chantecler Capri GIA Certified 19.2ct ruby 19ct sapphire bracelet 111.15 gr of 18kt gold Corundums set in yellow gold 18kt bracelet, gross wt 111.51 g, 48 pieces round diamonds...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bracelet-GIA Certified 15.00 Carats Burma Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
This exceptional Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold GIA Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Bracelet is a striking display of classic contrast and high-jewelry refinement.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$400Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade Natural Red Ruby Beaded Bracelet with 22k Gold Accents
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
Indulge in the vibrant beauty of nature with this exquisite natural red ruby beaded bracelet. Handcrafted with precision, this dainty bracelet features small, faceted, deep red ruby ...
Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold
18K Rose Gold Turtle Woven Bracelet with Rubies & Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Turtle Woven Bracelet with Rubies & Diamonds 18 Rubies - 0.26 CT 26 Diamonds - 0.12 CT This exquisite braided bracelet features a stunning turtle made of rubies, set ...
Diamond, Ruby
Ruby Heart Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Gold Stacking Cuff
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Heart Bangle Bracelet Black Enamel Gold Stacking Cuff Designer: J DAUPHIN The Ruby Heart Bangle is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass with a hand inlaid black enamel surface...
Ruby, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
9.02 Carat Purplish Red Ruby & Diamond Bracelet In Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
You can have rubies as the central focus of the bracelet or use them as accents alongside diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
11.24 ct Natural Burma Ruby & Diamond Bracelet in Platinum
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite bracelet showcases a remarkable 11.24 carats of natural emerald-cut Burma red rubies, celebrated for their vibrant color and exceptional rarity.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
23.65 Carat Natural Rubies 7.40 Carat Diamonds Gold Bracelet
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Additionally, the tactile sensation of wearing them can provide comfort and serve as a reminder of personal strength. Magnificent bracelet come in 14k multi-tone gold with Natu...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Faceted Natural Ruby Beads & 22k Gold Vermeil Beads Mala Bracelet
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
Why You’ll Love It The natural variation in these semi-precious stones ensures your bracelet is a one-of-a-kind treasure. Whether you're using it for meditation practice or as a styl...
Ruby, 22k Gold, Vermeil
Contemporary 4.50 Carat Ruby & Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Line Bracelet
Located in Towson, MD
This contemporary 14K yellow gold line bracelet alternates thirty round brilliant rubies with thirty single cut diamonds along a single continuous row.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Diamond and Ruby Station Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This vintage station link bracelet is a delicate and highly wearable gemstone design, combining 0.06ctw of diamonds with 0.09ctw of rubies in a refined white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14.31 Carat Ruby Diamond Baguette Enamel Bracelet Cuff
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bracelet handmade in 10K gold & sterling silver. It is set in 14.31 carats ruby & 2.03 carats diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Slider Tennis Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bracelet handmade in 18K gold. It is set in 1.28 carats ruby & .5 carats diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Exquisite Invisible-Set Ruby & Diamond Platinum Flexible Tennis Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A contemporary creation from the 21st century, this platinum bracelet showcases a captivating array of square rubies, each uniform in size and displaying a rich red hue, totaling app...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Gold Snake Bracelet with Ruby Eyes, circa 1880
Located in Berlin, BE
A stunning snake bracelet crafted in 14k yellow gold, dating to around 1880.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Elegant vintage bangle bracelet crafted in 14K yellow gold, featuring a striking design of channel-set square-cut rubies totaling approximately 3.00 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$40,000Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman Platinum 12.26 Carat Square Ruby Tennis Bracelet
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
This elegant Oscar Heyman platinum line bracelet contains 12.26cts of square rubies. It is stamped with the makers mark, IRID PLAT, and serial number 804167.
Ruby, Platinum
Pink Bracelet Heart Cuff Ruby Truth Faith J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Cuff Bracelet Ruby Diamond Pink Enamel Gold Plated J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Truth & Faith Cuff is a 14k gold-plated brass open bracelet featuring hand-painted pa...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet Statement 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A timeless symbol of elegance, this ruby and diamond bracelet is masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crescent Moon Cuff Star Bracelet Celestial Silver Tanzanite Ruby
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crescent Moon Cuff Star Bracelet Celestial Silver Tanzanite Ruby Designer: J DAUPHIN The Crescent Moon and Star Cuff is an open bangle handcrafted in solid sterling silver, with f...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver
$4,138Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent Ruby Diamond Fine Jewelry Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Bracelet Yellow Gold 14 K Diamond 84-RND-0,42-G/SI1A Ruby 14-2,69ct Weight 10,18 grams Size 18 With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Victorian ruby diamond 18k yellow gold and platinum bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center stone: 4 cabochon cut rubies Weight: Approximately 2.00 carat Accent stone: 10 old European cut diamonds Weight: Approximately 1.60 carat Color: G-H Clarity: VS-SI Accent sto...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18kt White Gold Paolo Piovan Cabro Bracelet Diamonds, Tsavorite, Ruby
By Paolo Piovan Gioielli
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt White Gold Paolo Piovan Cabro Bracelet Diamonds, Tsavorite, Ruby, Amazing, original Paolo Piovan bracelet set with 10.94 carat Tsavorite, 17.03 carat round brilliant icy diam...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 133 Cttw. Ruby and Blue Sapphire Station Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Step into a world of opulence and elegance with our Victorian Ruby and Blue Sapphire Station Bracelet, a captivating piece that exudes sophistication and luxury.
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Snake Bracelet White Diamond Serpent Chain Ruby J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Snake Bracelet Serpent Chain Ruby Gold Plated Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN Small to Medium: 18 cm / 7 inches The Snake Link Bracelet is handcrafted with a serpent in ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
14K Gold Bracelet with 13.05ct Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald Gems
Located in jaipur, IN
We pay tax and shipping expenses. This bracelet features a graceful design crafted in 14-carat gold, adorned with sparkling BLUE sapphire, EMERALD, and RUBY.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
8.20 Carat Ruby Tennis Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and timeless, this refined ruby tennis bracelet is crafted in luxurious 18K white gold and set with a continuous line of vivid natural rubies totaling approximately 8.20 cara...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bracelet with GIA Certification
Located in Wailea, HI
Exquisite Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bracelet with GIA Certification Indulge in timeless elegance with this breathtaking bracelet, featuring: 38 Oval Burmese Rubies: A stunning arra...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Tennis Bracelet 18K Rose Gold and Natural Red Rubies
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
At the heart of this enchanting bracelet lies the allure of Red Rubies, totaling 1.43 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Platinum 2 Carat Diamond and Star Ruby Estate Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful and unique bracelet features 5 oval shaped cabochon star ruby and approximately 2.00 carats of white diamonds in an art deco inspired setting.
Ruby, Platinum
Diamond Snake Bracelet Pavé Ruby Serpent Chain Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sparkle Companion — pavé diamond snake link bracelet Diamond Snake Link Bracelet Pavé Ruby Serpent Chain Sterling Silver Designer: J Dauphin The Sparkle Companion Snake Link Bracel...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold
18KT Yellow Gold Diamond 3.24Ct. & Ruby 5.18Ct. Tennis Bracelet
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
18 karat yellow gold tennis bracelet. This bracelet is designed with a center row of round brilliant cut rubies, and two rows of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baroque Revival Ruby and Marcasite Sterling Silver Bracelet, 7.25 inch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a ruby and marcasite sterling link bracelet. This hinge bracelet links with 13 prong set ruby and marcasite flower shaped segments with a fold over clasp.
Marcasite, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Diana M 12.77ct Oval Ruby & 4.08ct Diamond Fashion Bracelet
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold bracelet adorned with 12.77 cts tw of oval cut rubies surrounded and separated by 4.08 cts tw of diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Platinum Art Deco French bracelet with diamonds and rubies
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The hallmark of Art Deco design, a striking geometric pattern, takes form as a zigzag line of unheated, baguette-cut, deep red Burma rubies (app. 8.6 carats), adorning the middle of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet, 14kt White Gold, Art Deco style
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet, Art Deco style SIZE 6 3/4 inches 62=1.8 x 1.8MM Princess Ruby, Weight: 19 grams
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
5.96 Carat Natural Ruby Diamonds Alternating Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Alternating Tennis Bracelet. 3.40ct. Natural Round Rubies & 2.56ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pearls, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Carriage Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beaded bracelet composed of two pearls rows connected with 5 silver structures studded with a ruby .
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Platinum Mystery-Set Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A triumph of craftsmanship and elegance, this exquisite bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels is a masterpiece of their signature Mystery-Set technique.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Leaf Motif Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite vintage Tiffany & Co. bracelet crafted in richly textured 18 karat yellow gold, showcasing an elegant leaf motif design accented by a continuous line of vivid natura...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid century 9.00 carat ruby diamond 18k white gold bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The rubies bring rich red color and a bold, luxurious presence to the bracelet.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
It features a plaque style motif that is set with 16 chunky old cut diamonds and nsurrounded by a border or calibrated rubies. The bracelet is crafted in 18ct yellow gold and platinu...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold with Rubies 9.80 Carat Tennis 7.00" Bracelet. (New)
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
18k Yellow Gold with Rubies 9.80 Carat Tennis 7.00" Bracelet. (New) Bracelet Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold.
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Floral Bracelet by Riker Brothers
By Riker Brothers
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Upon purchase, your bracelet will arrive elegantly packaged, ready for gifting or as a special treat for yourself.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Ruby and RBC Diamond Gold Bit Link Vintage Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Ruby and Diamond Bit Link Gold Bracelet. Hand set with 0.85tcw Rubies and Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.90tcw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Natural Ruby & Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold bracelet with round natural rubies weighing 4.08 carats total and natural diamonds weighing 2.00 carats total.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique French Bloodstone and Ruby-Set Gold Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
This fine 19th-century French bracelet, with its understated goldwork and ruby-set bloodstone, makes a spectacular au courant statement.
Agate, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2 Carat Marquise Ruby with Diamond Accents Tennis Bracelet
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Tennis Bracelet Description ♥ Main Stone: Ruby & Diamonds Approx.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Rose Gold Bee Ruby Woven Bracelet with Diamonds
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Bee Ruby Woven Bracelet with Diamonds 2 Rubies - 1.77 CT 44 Diamonds - 0.24 CT This exquisite braided bracelet features a stunning bee made of rubies, set in 18K gold...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Natural Ruby 12.06ct Asscher Cut Tennis Bracelet in 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS RUBY: 12.06CTS G. WT: 12.55 GRAMS N. WT: 10.14 GRAMS 18K GOLD We encourage you to examine all the images provided for this item. To accurately represent the stone's...
Ruby, 18k Gold
HARRY WINSTON Cabochon Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Set throughout with Cabochon-Cut Sapphires, Emeralds, and Rubies framed with Brilliant-Cut and Marquis-Cut Diamonds. Circa - 1960's Approximate Length - 7.5" Approximate Width - 1.2...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Bulgari Exquisite Burma Ruby Diamond Estate Bracelet in Platinum
By Bulgari
Located in Dallas, TX
Dazzling Bulgari bracelet crafted in noble platinum and featuring approximately 10 carats of fine white diamonds and 20 carats of vivid red Burma rubies across its three sections.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Drawstring Rainbow Gemstone Bracelet with Ruby, Emerald, and Sapphire Beads
By 15DEGREESLONDON
Located in Boostedt, SH
Introducing our Rainbow Gemstone Bracelet, a stunning fusion of color and energy. Made with slightly opaque beads of ruby, emerald, and sapphire, each gemstone brings its unique attr...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver
$8,116Sale Price / item|20% Off
12.37 CTW Floral Ruby & Diamond Bracelet with Pear Cut Rubies in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This floral bracelet features pear cut ruby totaling 12.37 carats, set in rich 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$48,000Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond 13 Carat 18K White Gold Bracelet
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Ruby and Diamond 13.00 Carat 18K White Gold Bracelet A striking creation of fine goldsmith artistry, this bracelet is set in 18K white gold and showcases an extraordinary combinatio...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
$10,160Sale Price / item|20% Off
12.37 CTW Floral Ruby & Diamond Bracelet with Pear Cut Rubies in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This floral bracelet features pear cut ruby totaling 12.37 carats, set in rich 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1960s 18k Gold Organic Shaped Bracelet With Rubies and Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This is an unusually delicate bracelet made of 18k gold and adorned with round cut rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Tricolor 18K Gold Bracelet with Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies & Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Bracelet come in 18K gold with 2 pieces of natural Carving Zambian Emeralds, fine quality, of 25 carats; 13 pieces of natural Carving Sapphires , fine quality, of 19 carats; 15 ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This show stopping bracelet is adorned with glittering deep pink rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, White 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.
Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.
Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.
In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.
Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)
While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.
One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.
Find a diverse collection of bracelets that you can sort by style, stone cut and more on 1stDibs.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
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The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
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The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.