French 1980s Sapphires Rubies Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Two faceted emerald pearls and two faceted ruby pearls feature the same corollas and adorn the bracelet.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Necklace and Bracelet Set
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A spectacular vintage 18K yellow gold ruby and diamond set, rich in timeless allure. This exquisite duo features a 7.5” bracelet adorned with 19 carats of fiery rubies and 13.5 carat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 7.5 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond gold tennis bracelet. Set with 25 oval shaped rubies that alternate with 50 round brillint cut diamonds in a double formation.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphires Diamonds Rubies Emeralds 18 Karat Gold Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing bracelet made entirely by hand mounted in 18 carat white gold that presents a real storm of colors with all kinds of natural stones, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds in ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Golden Sapphire Ruby Diamonds Bracelet Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The clasp consists of a flower design with fancy shape rubies. The total weight of sapphire is approximately 14 carats, with 3.47 of ruby and 0.30 carats of round diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White...
Golden Sapphire Ruby Diamonds Bracelet Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The clasp consists of a flower design with fancy shape rubies. The total weight of sapphire is approximately 16 carats, with 2.33 carats of ruby and 0.30 carats of round diamonds.
White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White...
$9,990Sale Price|22% Off
18 Karat Rose Gold 13.82 Carat Natural Ruby Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Rose Gold 13.82 Carat Natural Ruby Tennis Bracelet This masterful piegon-blood ruby tennis bracelet is glorious.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet Leather Strap Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond bracelet features an oval 18 carat gold design set with 2 oval cabochon rubies and top quality round diamonds set en pavé (1.34 carats, F/VVS).
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Red Ruby Gold Link Bracelet in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstones: red rubies Red Ruby Carat Weight: 2.80 carats Red Ruby Count: 96 Bracelet Length: ~6.5 inches Bracelet Width: ~ 5.68...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Twisted Rope Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fancy chain comprised of twisted rope motif links Featuring cushion cut rubies prong set on centers Rubies weigh approximately 3.25 carats total Transparent medium purp...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearls, Rubies, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Frog Bracelet.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion bracelet mounted with two strands of pearls and, between of them, silver structures studded with a ruby.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Ella Gafter 12.70ct Multicolor Ruby Sapphire Diamond Bracelet, Italy
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The bracelet features 6 sections set with custom cut calibrated square rubies, and princess cut cabochon blue and yellow sapphires.
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, ...
Multicolor Bracelet Sapphire Ruby Diamond Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The bracelet features 6 sections set with custom cut calibrated square rubies, and princess cut cabochon blue and yellow sapphires.
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, ...
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...
Ruby with Diamond Bracelet Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 6.01 carats with Diamond 2.93 carats Bracelet set In 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 18.7 cm Total Weight: 35.81 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it wa...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
July Birthstone Ruby Diamond Heart Bracelet 14K Gold by Meghna Jewels
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This bracelet makes a meaningful gift for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, Mother's Day, milestone celebrations, or as a lasting symbol of love and home.
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
$48,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- > Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold > Gemstone - Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire > Stone Weight - 15 ct > Stone Shape - Square > Stone Pcs - 100 > Stone Size - 2.5mm...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Enamel Hand Painted Turquoise Ruby Diamond Maharaja Bangle Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
It is set with 2.45 carats rubies and 4.18 carats of sparkling diamonds. Clasp closure.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Enamel, 14k Gold
5.30 Carat Natural Princess Cut Ruby Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Modern Edge. 3.00ct. Natural Ruby Bangle bracelet. Princess cuts, Fully Faceted.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.25ctw Diamond Ruby Flexible Bangle Tennis Bracelet 14k White Gold 6.75"
Located in McLeansville, NC
Closure: Snap Inner Circumference: 6 3/4" Width: 2.5 - 2.1 mm This bracelet has a titanium core with a "flexie" design with a lifetime warranty for its structure.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Kt White Gold Bracelet.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful retro bracelet in 14Kt white gold composed of little flowers covered in diamonds with a center of blue sapphire, rubies and emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Burma Ruby and White Diamond Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Burma ruby ovals with good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k white gold. Length is 7.75". Comes with GIA certificate.
White Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
7.34ct natural ruby diamonds bracelet regency deco 14kt double row cluster*
Located in New York, NY
Double Row Regency Deco 3.44ct. Natural Ruby Tennis bracelet. Oval cuts, Fully Faceted.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$8,960Sale Price|20% Off
Italian 18k Two-Tone Gold Pavé Diamond and Ruby Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed with a bold geometric rhythm, the bracelet alternates pavé diamond sections with sleek ruby accents, creating a striking interplay of sparkle and rich color.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Contemporary Ruby and Diamond Line Tennis Bracelet in White Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful contemporary ruby and diamond line tennis bracelet set in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 7.67tcw Ruby and Diamond Tennis Line Bracelet in White Gold
Located in London, England
A stunning vintage ruby and diamond bracelet set in 14k white gold.The bracelet features a continuous line of alternating 26 round mixed-cut rubies and 25 round brilliant-cut diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$695Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Whimsical Square Cut Ruby Sterling Silver Elephant Link Charm Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This charming link bracelet features a delightful series of elephant motifs adorned with 2.22 carat square cut natural rubies and sparkling diamond accents.The bracelet showcases 0.0...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$76,800Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in Platinum and 18K Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Trellis Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in Platinum and 18K Gold A magnificent creation from Tiffany & Co., this Trellis bracelet is a true celebration of color and ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold Prong Set Graduated Round Ruby Inline Bracelet 7.0"
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Material: 14K yellow gold Rubies: 45 round cut: 13.64cttw Dimensions: the bracelet measures 7.0” inches in length Weight: 11.7 grams
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Sapphire Frog Woven Bracelet with Diamonds & Rubies
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Sapphire Frog Woven Bracelet with Diamonds & Rubies 2 Rubies - 0.02 CT 20 Sapphires - 0.20 CT 37 Diamonds - 0.16 CT This exquisite braided bracelet features a stunni...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA 12.99 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and Diamond tennis bracelet. Set in 18k yellow gold, the bracelet is adonred with 21 emerald shaped purplish red Rubies, certified by the GIA as natural, no heat with a total ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Outstanding Ruby & Diamond Marquise Heart Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Outstanding Ruby & Diamond Marquise Heart Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet truly exquisite diamond and ruby bangle The item comes without the box in the photos but will be pre...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$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...
Ruby Diamonds and Pearls 18 Kt. Necklace and Bracelet Set
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
A graceful ruby and diamond Necklace and bracelet set consisting each of a very well made 18 Karat gold element set with lively rubies and diamonds on three stands of white pearls.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Adjustable "Buckle" Bracelet with Diamond and Rubies, Vintage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning retro "buckle" bracelet is crafted in 14k yellow gold and set with brilliant natural diamonds and sparkling rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 67.20 Carat No Heat Ruby Diamond Necklace Bracelet Earrings Unheated
Located in New York, NY
The Ruby Limit. Necklace + Earrings + Bracelet 45.20ct.
Ruby, Yellow Gold
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
Paul Flato Gold, Multicolored Enamel, Ruby, and Diamond Dragon Bracelet
By Paul Flato
Located in New York, NY
The bracelet’s movable tail and adjustable inner circle offer versatile wear, allowing it to suit any occasion.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
$1,275Sale Price|29% Off
Fine Austro Hungarian Ruby Turquoise Flower Etched Silver Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Finely made Austro Hungarian Empire Bangle Circa 1872-1921 This exquisitely made bangle silver etched bangle has three bezel set turquoise flowers with ruby centers. The bangle ed...
Ruby, Turquoise, Silver
Wide Art Deco Style Diamond and Ruby White Gold Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning .84" wide Art Deco style diamond and ruby 18k white gold bracelet featuring three rectangular section that each have 3 bezel set oval rubies surrounded by bead set diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Bracelet set in 18K Rose Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 22.22 carats with Diamond 7.82 carats Bracelet set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 18.5 cm Total Weight: 89.07 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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...
6-Strands Bracelet with Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires and Magnetic Silver Closure
By 15DEGREESLONDON
Located in Boostedt, SH
Experience the allure of timeless elegance with our six-strand bracelet, a luxurious blend of rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, accented by delicate Chinese Akoya pearls.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver
$9,460Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.75 ct Ruby Diamond Link Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Ruby Diamond Link Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 2.75 carats of endlessly sparkling natural ruby and 1.01 carats of diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
16.30Ct Natural Red Ruby & Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
16.30Ct Natural Red Ruby & Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Bracelet Total Natural Ruby Weight is: 15.90 carats Ruby Measures: Approx. 6 x 4 mm Ruby treatment: Heat Total Natural...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.70ct Natural Ruby Emerald Sapphires Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14kt Gem Line*
Located in New York, NY
Gemline Tennis Bracelet. 8.70 carat natural multi-color gems. Ruby's, emeralds, blue and multicolor sapphires.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
18.28ct Natural Ruby Emerald Sapphires Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14kt Gem Line*
Located in New York, NY
Gem Line. Natural Sapphires, Ruby, & Emeralds bracelet. 5.36ct Rubies 4.62ct Emeralds 6.30ct Sapphires Ovals Cut, Clean Clarity & Transparent Average 6 x 5mm 2.00ct N...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
14.50Ct Natural Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14.50Ct Natural Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Bracelet Total Natural Ruby Weight is: 13.90 carats Ruby Measures: Approx. 6 x 4/8 x 6 mm Ruby treatment: Fracture Fillin...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18KT YG Butterfly Charm Bracelet with Diamonds, Sapphire, Ruby, Emeral
By Sabbadini
Located in New York, NY
Created by the famed jewelers Sabbadini of Italy, this 18KT yellow gold charm bracelet is quite the unique piece.The blue sapphire bracelet is adorned with five butterfly charms, eac...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Star Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby Bangle Bracelet by Cartier. With round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, F-H color Round rubies, emeralds and sapphires This bracelet...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Ruby Charm Cuff Heart Bracelet Chain Open Bangle White Diamond Cupid
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Charm Cuff Heart Bracelet Chain Open Bangle White Diamond Cupid Designer: J DAUPHIN The Cupid Heart Bracelet is handcrafted in gold plated brass, a substantial oval link chain...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Crimson Majesty - Fine Mozambique Rubies set with Oval Diamonds in 18K Bracelet
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Certified by Guild and crafted in 18K gold, Crimson Majesty is bold, elegant, and undeniably regal — a bracelet designed for the woman who embraces strength, luxury, and the timeless...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
French Faux Pearl and Ruby Clasp Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Faux Pearl and Ruby Clasp Bracelet from the 1950's. 3 strand faux pearls with large ruby paste and crystal clasp.
Rhodium
Etruscan Revival High Karat Yellow Gold Ruby & Sapphire and Pearl Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Bold yet elegant, this bracelet is a standout addition to any fine jewelry collection.
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Belgian 18kt White Gold Bracelet with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The "Modern Belgian 18kt White Gold Bracelet with Diamonds and Rubies" is a luxurious piece of jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.40 ctw Vintage Style Ruby & Diamond 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Tysons, VA
An antique rose gold bangle dating to circa 1900, set with nine oval rubies totaling approximately 4.40 carats, interspersed with sixteen small old-mine cut diamonds. The rubies disp...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Cellini Jewelers Platinum 21.35Ct. Burmese Ruby and 3.86 Carat Diamond Bracelet
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
AN IMPORTANT RUBY AND DIAMOND BRACELET. The graduating bracelet is designed with two rows of oval Burmese Rubies with single Marquis Diamond connections.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Lucky Cuff Horseshoe Bracelet Black Enamel Open Bangle Ruby J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lucky Cuff Horseshoe Bracelet Black Enamel Open Bangle Ruby Designer: J DAUPHIN The Lucky Cuff is a cuff in 14k gold over brass, the word LUCKY worked across the center in raised ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
14K White Gold Ruby & Diamond Tennis Bracelet by Spectrum Jewels
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Alternative 3.81Ct Ruby 0.84Ct Diamond Thin Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold Featuring alternating vibrant ruby and diamonds, this bracelet offers a timeless design with a modern ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Rosior Classic "Tennis" Bracelet set in Yellow Gold with Rubies
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
A Rosior Classic "Tennis" Bracelet Manufactured in 19,2k Yellow Gold and set with: - 51 Round Cut Rubis with 6,55 ct. Easily Sizable. This unique piece comes with a Certificate of Au...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold
Emilio Jewelry 21.00 Carat Emerald Cut Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Bracelet
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District. A truly special bracelet being that fin...
Diamond, Ruby
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.