Tiger's Claw with 2 Carat Ruby Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Awesome! Featuring a Tiger’s Claw, Hand set with 12 Carat Ruby Hand set a 14K Yellow Gold Bezel setting. Pendant measures approx. 3" long. More Beautiful in Real time! Sure to...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian Gilt Silver Chick Pendant with Ruby Eyes, Circa 1908
Located in Chesterland, OH
We present a cute pendant in the form of a miniature gilt silver chick that is charming and detailed. The chick is made of 84 silver, and its eyes are encrusted with natural rubies. ...
Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal
14K Yellow Gold Tourmaline, Ruby, and Sapphire Floral Basket Pendant Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Marked "14K Italy," the pendant hangs from a sturdy textured gold chain, offering both craftsmanship and charm.
Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Filigree Byzantine Cross Pendant with Enamel & Ruby in 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine cross pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a round tourmaline center and two colours of enamel, red and green. This pendant is braided using the ancestral tec...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 22k Gold
Roman Temple with Imperial Marbles (Porphyry and Serpentine) and Rubies Pendant
Located in Roma, IT
This pendant, in sterling silver, was handcrafted by our goldsmiths, taking inspiration from a Roman temple ! The columns are made with an authentic Imperial marble, red porphyry, an...
Ruby, Sterling Silver
$3,307
H 0.19 in W 1.18 in L 18 in
Antique 2.90ct Opal 0.25ct Ruby and 15ct Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This Victorian ruby and opal pendant suspends from a contemporary 9k yellow gold 18' chain via a detachable tapering bale to the upper border of the design; this bale bears a further...
Opal, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Panther Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Particulars: Weight: 10.7 grams Stones: Two small marquise cut emeralds measuring approx. 3mm x 1.5mm are set into the eyes (note: small chips to one emerald). Cabochon cut ruby m...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,040Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 163.55 Carat Apatite Cat's Eye, Jadeite & Ruby Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
The jadeite and ruby accents on this pendant add an extra touch of elegance and luxury.
Apatite, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,990
W 0.63 in D 0.36 in L 1.3 in
Carved Amethyst Ruby Handmade Pendant, Lynn Kathyrn Miller, Lynn K Designs
By Lynn K Designs
Located in Oakland, CA
Hand fabricated by Lynn Kathyrn Miller of Lynn K Designs, this timeless one of a kind pendant harkens back to the Byzantine era. This unique hand fabricated pendant consists of a p...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
$3,500
W 0.47 in L 0.81 in
Antique Russian Bowenite with faceted Ruby Gold Egg Pendant by Alfred Thielemann
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a charming miniature solid-gold egg pendant crafted from bowenite and adorned with a natural, tiny, faceted rub...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$2,998
H 0.55 in W 2 in L 16.5 in
Vintage 14k Gold Platinum Diamond Chain w/ Opal Ruby Swan Charm Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a rare vintage charm necklace that is crafted in solid 14k white gold and platinum. This gorgeous chain features a stunning center row of approximately 1 carat of single...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Emma Chapman 18k Gold Silver Crystal Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This stunning one-of-a-kind Crystal Ruby Diamond 18k yellow gold and silver Statement Pendant, has been handmade in our workshops. It features a large hand etched crystal, which ha...
Crystal, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,497Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.03 in D 0.71 in L 2.68 in
Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Jade Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant has 1.80 Carats of Cabochon Cut Rubies. This Pendant has a 9.80 Carats Jade.
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,123Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.87 in L 2.76 in
Art Nouveau Emerald Ruby Blue Sapphire Turquoise Yellow Gold "Cat" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant has 0.05 Carats of Modern Round Cut Rubies.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 105 Ct Natural Oval Turquoise, Ruby & Diamond Pendant, Sleeping B
Located in New York, NY
GIA Report 6223835231 Natural Turquoise Vintage Huge 105 Ct Natural Oval Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, Ruby & Diamond Pendant white shiny dots in the picture is just the reflection from...
Turquoise, Diamond, Ruby, Gold
$7,800
H 2.9 in W 1.25 in D 1 in
Opal Ruby Strawberry Pinecone Locket Pendant Necklace Enamel Gold MidCentury 3"
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful and very rare antique Opal and Ruby Strawberry or Pinecone motif Pendant Locket in a wonderful large size of almost 3 inches.
Opal, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold
Victorian .60 Ct Natural Ruby .80 Ct Diamond 18 Kt/Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Circle This gorgeous eternity pendant is Victorian period, 1880 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 KT with silver portions Circle stands for eternity or eternal love, Ruby symbolises p...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,404Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.03 in D 0.71 in L 2.96 in
Art Deco Style Handcrafted Blue Topaz Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has 1.10 Carats of Cabochon Cut Rubies.
Jade, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
24k Pendant for Women with a Sugarloaf-Cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (0.60 carats) and Diamonds (0.16 carats) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where e...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
20.50 Carat Aqua Diamond Ruby Art Deco Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro Art Deco Cats Eye Aqua, diamond and ruby pendant necklace. 20.50 cabochon natural cats eye Aqua with a 14k rose gold bail, accented with 3 transitional cut diamonds and 7 squar...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
$1,310Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.71 in L 2.6 in
Art Deco Style Handcrafted Ruby Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has a 0.30 Carats Cabochon Cut Rubies.
Jade, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,485
H 0.97 in W 0.28 in L 16.5 in
18k White Gold 2.29ctw Star Ruby Diamond Dangle Drop Pendant Box Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Red Color - 8.6x7.2mm - 2.25ct (exact) Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong S...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,000
H 1 in W 2.13 in
Victorian Snake Serpent Brooch Ruby Eyes Pendant Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
The snake is set with two gorgeous bright red ruby eyes. These rubies are cabochon cut and are a stunning color with incredible fire.
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lavender Jade Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A custom designed 14K yellow gold pendant centered around an oval, double cabochon lavender jade.
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Onyx Red Pink Ruby White Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Pendant necklace featuring a central black cabochon Onyx framed by a border of round pink red rubies.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,850
W 1.26 in Dm 1.26 in L 1.58 in
Syna Yellow Gold Jardin Blue Topaz Pendant with Ruby and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue topaz 31 carats approx. Ruby 0.05 carat approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Chain sold separately Limited edition Expertly crafted in 18 karat ...
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,260
H 0.23 in W 0.82 in L 1.13 in
18k Rose Gold Genuine Burmese Jadeite Pendant Necklace with Diamond & Ruby
By Baikalla
Located in Portland, OR
W;0.073 ct, Ruby,0.07 ct Diamond Color: H-G Chain Length: 16-18 In ( Adjustable ) Necklace Pendant Dimensions(LWH): 28.7mm * 20.6 mm * 5.8mm Chain Style: 18 k rose or yellow solid Ro...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Lavender Star Sapphire, Ruby and Pink Sapphire Pendant Necklace in 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful 18k yellow gold pendant necklace features a lovely 3.47 carat lavendar star sapphire surrounded by a gorgeous arrangement of vivid rubies and sparkling pink sapphires.
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Gold, 18k ...
$6,276
W 1.15 in D 0.44 in L 1.3 in
Double Sided Flower Vase 18K Yellow Gold Carved Sapphire Ruby Emerald Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold double-sided pendant designed as a vase of flowers set to one side with a cultured pearl, a carved emerald, two ruby cabochons, two carved sapphires and...
Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gol...
$6,985
H 1.2 in Dm 0.76 in L 41 in
18k Gold Ruby Black & White Diamond 41" Beveled Cable Link Ball Dangle Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (16) Natural Genuine Rubies - Rondell Cabochon Cut - Purplish Red Color - 6.3mm to 7.8mm (approx.) (9) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Faceted Rondell Cut - Black Color - 4....
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,872Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.03 in D 0.71 in L 2.68 in
Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant has 1.80 Carats of Cabochon Cut Rubies. This Pendant has a 8.00 Carats Blue Topaz.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby, Sapphire & Diamond Stylised Key Pendant Necklace in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
At its centre sits a vivid pinkish-red cabochon ruby set to both the front and reverse of the pendant, weighing approximately 0.15ct in total.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, G...
18k Parrot Colorful Pendant, Necklace Brooch. Diamond Ruby Onyx Amethyst Bird
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
18k Gold Brooch and Pendant with cord necklace. Rare Colorful Parrot with custom cabochon cut Amethyst, Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, and Green agate to create beautiful collage.
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,900
W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Pendant Necklace with Ruby and Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary transformer drop pendant necklace showcases the elegance of 18 karat yellow gold, featuring a detachable amethyst gemstone in a drop cut. The pendant is adorned wit...
Quartz, Ruby, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...
$3,900
W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Transformer Drop Pendant Necklace with Red Ruby
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary transformer drop Pendant Necklace showcases the elegance of 18 karat rose gold, featuring a detachable quartz gemstone in a drop cut. The piece is adorned with a na...
Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,981
W 0.79 in L 17.33 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ruby Heart White Pearls Crystals Cabochon Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ruby Red Love Heart White Beaded Pearls Cabochon Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition.
Gold Plate
$15,329
H 1.26 in D 0.6 in L 1.34 in
Starfish White Diamond Ruby Australian Pearl 18Kt Gold Pendant / Necklace
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Starfish White Diamond Ruby Australian Pearl 18Kt Gold Pendant/Necklace Made in Italy This pendant is a starfish covered by many white diamonds, thirteen rubies cabochon cut and an A...
White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
24k Gold Pendant for Women with Blue Enamel and Sugarloaf-cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (0.66 Carats) and Diamonds (0.15 Carat) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where emp...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold, Enamel
$3,348
H 2.17 in W 1.7 in D 0.28 in Dm 1.7 in L 2.17 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Diamond and Ruby Cross Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This gorgeous cross enhancer features 4 Diamonds total weight of 0.16 Carat, 2 Ruby cabochon the weight of 4.20 Carat, and 4 Aquamarines total weight of 0.88 Carat.
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold...
18k Yellow Gold Carved Jade, Diamond, Onyx Ruby Pendant Enhancer
Located in beverly hills, CA
This gorgeous pendant features a round-shaped plaque of hand-carved jade with an ornate cut-out design, onyx, hinged clip bail decorated with diamonds accented with 2 cabochon rubies...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Emerald & Ruby Tassel Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Emerald & Ruby Tassel Necklace Very intricate gold necklace with cabochon rubies and emeralds and center diamond element suspending a flexible multistrand clasp Measure...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,095 / item
H 1.3 in W 0.46 in L 1.66 in
Oval Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Red Enamel 2 Rubies 1 Pearl 2 Star Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, red vitreous guilloche enamel, 2 diamonds, total 0.04 ct G VS, brillant cut, 2 Rubies, 1 sweet water Pearl, 2 Gold Star Paillons ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
$3,276 / item
H 1.3 in W 0.46 in
Oval Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Red Vitreous Enamel 2 Rubies 1 Pearl 2 Star Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, red vitreous guilloche enamel, 2 diamonds, total 0.04 ct G VS, brillant cut, 2 Rubies, 1 sweet water Pearl, 2 Gold Star Paillons ...
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Egyptian Revival Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
This bold necklace features a colorful, intricately crafted Egyptian Revival pendant. The design artfully combines turquoise, rubies, diamonds and enamel in a stunning representation...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage Oval Ruby Pendant in 18K Gold with Diamonds on a New Chain
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Vintage oval cabochon ruby pendant set in 18K yellow gold with round diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Cultured Pearl, Ruby & Diamond Fringe Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This elegant necklace is composed of sixty-five cultured pearls measuring 6.3–7.0 mm, culminating in a scalloped fringe of five graduated navette-shaped panels. Each panel centers an...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Ruby & Diamond Bow Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Ruby & Diamond Bow Necklace Ruby Weight: approximately 3.05 carats Diamond Weight: approximately 2.36 carats Measurements: 18" long Metal Type: 14 & 18 karat white gol...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Gold and Ruby Eye Highly Detailed Swan Bird Charm
Located in New York, NY
This estate gold charm with pinkish red cabochon ruby eyes depicts a whimsical highly detailed swan or bird charm. 3-dimensional, the sweet, quirky and classic bird is carefully desi...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Love Necklace, 18K Gold, with Ruby & Sapphire Hearts
By Seal & Scribe
Located in San Diego, CA
Love Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold, Ruby & Sapphire, Hearts MAKER: Seal & Scribe CIRCA: c. 2023 STYLE: Contemporary METAL: 18K Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver STONES: Sapphire & ruby CO...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,381
W 1.18 in L 17.5 in
Vintage Pearl and 23 Carat Ruby Strand Turquoise and Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional pendant envelops a three strand necklace, displaying two strands of pearls flanking a strand of ruby beads.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Era 18KT Yellow Gold Ruby, Diamond and Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An impressive Retro era necklace crafted in 18KT yellow gold, centered around a bold arrangement of cabochon cut rubies totaling approximately 48.00 carats. The richly saturated rubi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Multi-Gemstone Brooch Pendant Sautoir Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finley crafted in 18k yellow gold with a center Cabochon Ruby weighing approximately 28.00 carats, additional 35 Cabochon Rubies weighing approximately a total of 31.50 carats, 21 Ca...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 3 in W 2.25 in D 0.5 in
Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco Sterling Gold Ruby Necklace Compact
By Boucheron
Located in University City, MO
Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco sterling, gold & ruby jeweled compact - necklace The exquisite Boucheron compact is designed with a beautiful gold pierced cut out panel; illustrated...
Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Gemstone and Yellow Gold Bracelet and Pendant Suite
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive Victorian pendant and bracelet set. Gemstone Quality Quartz Color Smoky / Green Cut Cabochon 1...
Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal, Quartz, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$7,500
W 1.4 in D 0.5 in L 2.9 in
Bohemian Garnet Emerald Ruby Enamel Locket French Belle Epoque Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
This is one of the finest Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Locket Pendants we have seen. The early French locket pendant is adorned with a magnificent Garnet Cabochon with Emeralds...
Garnet, Ruby, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$17,480
H 0.86 in W 3.12 in L 14.51 in
Vintage Carved Opal 4.80ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Ruby Quality: Cut: Cabochon Content: 4.80 carats Diamond: Quality Colour (average grades): H Clarity (average grades): P1 Cut: Eight Content: 0.05 carat Number of Diamonds: 5 Dime...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,500
H 2 in L 19.5 in
Victorian Moonstone Ruby Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold Museum Quality Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The combination of moonstone, ruby and rose gold in the pendant design is exquisite.
Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose 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.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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