Rubies, Diamonds, 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant bracelet in 18 karat white and yellow gold mounted with diamonds and rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Oscar Heyman 18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Houston, TX
Oscar Heyman & Brothers bracelet composed of 18K yellow gold with oval rubies and round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, Gold
18k 750 White Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Milgrain Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Metal Type: 18k White Gold Total Item Weight: 15.2 Grams Length: 7.0 in Width: 8.5 mm Height: 3.6 mm Sizable: Yes 1: Primary Stone: Ruby Pri...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold 11.6 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet embodies timeless elegance, designed with 11.6 carats of radiant rubies and sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14.75 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Rose Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14.75 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold This magnificent Oval shape Ruby tennis bracelet is incredulous.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Vintage 20.25ctw Ruby & Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14K Gold 7 Inch
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning vintage ruby and diamond tennis bracelet crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and set with twenty-three richly saturated oval rubies totaling approximately 19.55 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$4,680Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold, Handmade in India
Located in jaipur, IN
We pay tax and shipping expenses. This exquisite bracelet is a stunning blend of luxury and elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s 52.39 Carat Ruby and 15.75 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white and yellow gold with Oval cut Rubies weighing a total of 52.39 carats, and Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing a total of 15.75 carats. Cir...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian 15k Gold Ruby Sapphire Diamond Bracelet, Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 0.23 carat ruby and 0.21 carat sapphire, 0.82 carat diamond and 15 karat rose, white and yellow gold bracelet; part of our diverse antique jewelry collec...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...
$2,799Sale Price|26% Off
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
18 Karat Gold 6.63 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet presents a masterful arrangement of 6.63 carats of radiant rubies and dazzling diamonds, meticulously crafted to embody timeless sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 8.56 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Elegance meets masterful craftsmanship in this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet, featuring a breathtaking composition of 8.56 carats of rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$4,311Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent 18k White Gold Diamond Ruby Cuff Bracelet For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
BRACELET 18K White Gold Diamond 0.67 Cts/14 Pcs Ruby 2.62 Cts/42 Pcs Weight 10,38 grams
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18k Gold, Bezel Setting
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This impressive ruby and diamond tennis bracelet features 10 fine rubies showcased in a stunning line of sparkling diamonds weighing a total of 2.65 carats.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
13.10 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Rose Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
13.10 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold This magnificent Oval shape sapphire tennis bracelet is incredulous.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
58.24 Carat Pear-Shaped Ruby and Yellow Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Hong Kong, HK
58.24 Carat Pear-Shaped Ruby and Yellow Diamond Gold Bracelet: A beautiful jewel, it features a staggering 58.24 carat of pear-shaped rubies along with 8.58 carat of yellow round br...
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K 750 White Gold Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Metal Type: 18K White Gold Total Item Weight: 16.1 Grams Length: 6.5 Inch 1: Primary Stone: Burmese Ruby Primary Carat Weight: 18.89 Ct. (14 pcs) Primary S...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Natural Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Oval Cabochon Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Completely adore the deep purplish red hue of this GIA Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Oval Cabochon Bracelet! This bracelet is majestic and romantic, showcasing 5 translucent oval cabochons.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
18 Karat Gold 11.52 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
An exquisite display of artistry and elegance, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features a stunning combination of 11.52 carats of rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Platinum Artdeco Bracelet 9.72ct Rubies & 13.69ct Diamonds Estate Sultan Oman
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum Artdeco Bracelet with 9.72ct Rubies and 13.69 ct Diamonds ,Estate to His Majesty Sultan Qaboos Bin Said Asprey London Box accompanied the bracelet, but I couldn't find any...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Certified 95.00 Carat Burma Ruby Necklace And Bracelet Set
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Necklace: Approximately 36.50 carats burma rubies eye clean all certified as intense red! and over 33.20 carats of d-f color vvs1-vs2 natural diamonds Bracelet: 13.87 carats Burma ru...
Ruby
18K Gold Heart Charm Dual-Link Bracelet with Ruby Accents
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Details: Heart Charm Link Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Gemstone Accents Bracelet Length: 7 inches + 0.75 inch extension Fine Jewelry Handcrafted in Brazil
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alluring 9.29 ct GIA Certified Ruby & Diamond Emerald-Cut Bracelet
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite GIA-certified ruby and natural diamond bracelet is a bold statement of luxury and sophistication, masterfully crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Platinum
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Cushion Shaped Yellow Diamond and Red Ruby Line Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the striking beauty of the Cushion Shaped Yellow Diamond and Red Ruby Line Bracelet. This exquisite piece features 4.71 carats cushion-shaped yellow diamonds ...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Natural Ruby Diamond Tennis Bracelet Milgrain Setting
Located in New York, NY
14k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Metal Type: 14k White Gold Total Item Weight: 17.2 Grams Length: 7.0 in Width: 7.75 mm Height: 2.75 mm Sizable: Yes 1: Primary Stone: Ruby ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diana M. 6.46 Carat Ruby Diamond Bracelet in White Gold
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold ruby and diamond bracelet with 6.46 cts tw of rubies surrounded and separated by 1.92 cts tw of diamonds
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
SeidenGang 18K Green Gold Dove Bracelet with Diamonds & Ruby Eyes
By SeidenGang
Located in Orlando, FL
Specifications Designer: Seidengang Origin: United States (New York) Metal: 18K green gold Weight: 87.1 grams Length: 6 3/4 inches Width: 1 inch Motif: Hand-detailed birds, architec...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
11.88 Carat Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Snake Bangle Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby, diamond and sapphire snake hinged bangle bracelet.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Bypass Bracelet, Stamped 750
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold statement of elegance, this 18K yellow gold bypass bracelet features alternating rows of channel-set rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, creating a striking striped pattern.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cuff Bracelet Rubies 9 Karat Rose Gold Handcrafted in Italy
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful cuff bracelet crafted in 9 karat rose gold featuring 2 oval cut rubies.
Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby and Diamond Antique Inspired Bracelet in 18 White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning mix of vibrant rubies, adding rich color and energy to the luxurious diamond bracelet.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Trifari Retro Faux Ruby Transformation Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Retro Style flexible honeycombed rose gold plated and crystal pave link bracelet. Its focal large faux faceted ruby stone is prong set in a retro floriform removeable clip br...
Gilt Metal
Retro Gold Bangle Bracelet with Rubies
Located in Darnestown, MD
Understated and elegant Retro bracelet in 14 karat rose gold. Undulating links truly have the effect of folded ribbon with rubies on the underside as well as the front.
14k Gold
Retro Oscar Heyman 18K Yellow & White Gold Ruby Diamonds Bracelet
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Flushing, NY
Retro Oscar Heyman 18K Yellow & White Gold Ruby Diamonds Bracelet Stamped With Maker's Marks & Purity: HB 18K Approximate Dimensions: 16.5 cm (Length) 1.8 cm (Width) 39.9 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Bezel-Set Flexible 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
A refined ruby and diamond bracelet crafted in 14-karat yellow gold, designed with a beautifully fluid articulated construction that follows the wrist with exceptional ease.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Tennis Bracelet with 7.00ct in Diamonds and 5.00ct in Ruby
Located in New York, NY
In addition, the bracelet showcases 5 carats of vibrant rubies, adding a rich splash of color and warmth.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Bracelet Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.05 carats with Diamond 0.20 carat Bracelet set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 0.4 cm Length: 18.0 cm Total Weight: 15.48 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$210,000Sale Price|40% Off
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 87.00 Carat Burma Ruby Necklace & Bracelet Set
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
This item has been appraised by the experts at the Gemological Appraisal Laboratory Of America, an unbiased expert independent certified appraiser specializing in high end jewels. Th...
Ruby
.80 Carat Natural Ruby .33 Carat Diamonds Vintage Bracelet 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Ruby & Diamond Baguette Vintage. .80ct. Natural ruby & .33ct Diamond bracelet.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,288 / item
11.97ct Oval Ruby Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ruby Radiance Tennis Bracelet is crafted in 14K (Custom) yellow gold, featuring a stunning row of oval-cut ruby gemstones, each securely set in a polished gold bezel.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rubies Blue Sapphires Turquoise Diamonds Yellow Gold Band Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant bracelet in 18 kt yellow gold, with a unique design, all studded sideways on both sides by diamonds and turquoise beads.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.11 cts of Ruby and 3.2 cts of Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite link bracelet is a harmonious blend of rich rubies and dazzling diamonds, exuding luxury and sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic Capri Vintage Ruby & Blue Sapphire Bracelet, 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Blue Sapphire Bracelet in 18K Gold & Silver A richly detailed and visually captivating bracelet from Bochic’s iconic “Capri” Traveling Collection, this...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18K White Gold, Handmade, India
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Bracelet is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gemstone set with a halo sparkling diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21.86 Carat Natural Fine Vivid Red Ruby Diamonds Tennis Bracelet Classic*
Located in New York, NY
Classic Oval Tennis Bracelet 19.80ct. Natural Ruby Tennis Bracelet Red, Transparent & oval cut.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Enamel and Diamond Lion Head Bracelet with Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with yellow and brown enamel, featuring Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.00 carats and two Round Brilliant cut Rubie...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
18k Gold Sapphire & Ruby Detailed Textured Engraved Snake Serpent Wrap Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Width: 44.8mm (1.7") (at the top of the bracelet, snake neck to tail) - 6.6mm (0.26")(at the bottom of the bracelet) Thickness: 8.6mm (0.34") (at the sapphires) Condition: Vintage.
Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Rachel Koen Red Ruby & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully crafted tennis bracelet features round cut Rubies and diamonds encrusted in four prong setting.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 33.86 ct Ruby & Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold – Signed Estate
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Ruby 33.86 carats Certifications: SSEF Size: 15.5 cm Creator: Bulgari Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 113.30 grams Period: 1993 Condition: Used - Previously owned, light...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,400Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18K White Gold, Handmade, India
Located in jaipur, IN
This stunning, designer-made Bracelet is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gemstone set with a halo sparkling diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
6 Carat Baguette-Cut Ruby & Diamond 14K Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
14K yellow gold multi link bracelet adorned with baguette-cut pink rubies and round brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$34,500 / item
52.82 carat Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bracelet Cuff
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning statement cuff handmade in 18K gold. It is set in 52.82 carats ruby and 5.815 carats of sparkling diamonds. Clasp Closure FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the la...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
$11,242 / item
Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, with 18K gold available upon request, this elegant hinged bangle bracelet features a refined row of vibrant red rubies set along the front curve.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flexible Snake Necklace/Bracelet 55 cm, 66 g, Ruby Eyes
Located in Berlin, BE
Length: 55 cm Weight: 66 g Details: Two rubies set as the eyes A striking and truly unique piece of jewelry with impressive craftsmanship.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,315 / item
5.56ct Round Ruby Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Crimson Ruby Tennis Bracelet is crafted in polished 14K yellow gold and features a continuous row of round ruby stones set in a smooth, refined gold bezel.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Alternating Inline Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 42 round brilliant cut = 0.67cttw Color: I Clarity: SI2 Ruby: 21 oval cut = 12.80cttw Weight: 14.40 grams Dimensions: bracelet wil...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rubies White Diamonds White and Rose Gold Waves Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing bracelet in 14K white and rose gold structure, it has waves shape studded with white diamonds and rubies row in the center Diamonds 7.59 ct Rubies 26.63 ct Total Weight 48....
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Retro 18K Rose Gold Ruby Diamond Necklace Bracelet Earrings Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Retro 18K rose gold ruby diamond set, 25ct rubies, 10ct diamonds, geometric bell links, necklace 18 inches, matching bracelet and drop earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 4.70 Carat French Cut Ruby & Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An elegant bangle bracelet showcasing a row of french-cut rubies totaling 4.70 carats, framed by two rows of round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 2.88 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White 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
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.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
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.