$600Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Pink Tourmaline Rose Baroque Pearl Enamel Gold Diamonds Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
White Gold elements with 2 small round Ruby cabochons, 12 full cut round Diamonds and Red Enamel.
Tourmaline, Pearl, Diamond, Enamel, 14k Gold, Gold
SCALA GIOIELLI 14K Yellow Gold Malachite Turquoise Ruby Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Completing the composition are three refined ruby cabochons, positioned at the top of the setting.
Diamond, Malachite, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 18K Gold Toggle Bracelet with Cabochon Rubies
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elizabeth Locke Toggle Chain Bracelet 52.7 grams 18kt Yellow Gold 2 Cabochon Rubies on The Toggle 19mm Wide Fits a 6.5-7 Inch Wrist 8.5 Inches Long From The Early 2000's The Bracelet...
Ruby, 18k Gold
17 Carat Cabochon Star Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
17 carat Cabochon Star Ruby & Diamond Ring Center star ruby approximately 17.85 cts 36 tapered baguette diamonds, approximately 2.26 carat 28 round diamonds total carat .84 carat...
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Orange Sapphire, Perridot Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Orange Sapphire, Perridot Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Natural Oval Shape Ruby Cabochon - 7 Carat Natural Blue Topaz - 6.50 Carat Natural Orang...
Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby Cabochon - 7.00 carats Natural Amethyst - 3.00 carats Natural Round Brillian...
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Cabochon Ruby with Ruby Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 5.38 carats with Ruby 1.59 carats Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 0.6 cm Length: 4.9 cm Total Weight: 7.39 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when i...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Emerald, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Scarab Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of antique yellow gold, silver, emerald, ruby, diamond, and pearl earrings, each comprising two cabochon rubies, one cushion shaped emerald, twelve square shaped emeralds, twe...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Round Ruby Fuchsia Emerald Sapphire Statement Brooch
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL by Robert Goossens Haute Couture Vintage 1980s Unisex Huge Massive Large Ruby Cabochon Crystals Fuchsia Emerald Green Sapphire Navy Blue Citrine Yellow Marquis...
Gold Plate
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Blue Topaz - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Multi-Gem Cabochon Vintage Bangle Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Blue Topaz-Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Sapphire Natural Blue Topaz Cabochon — 7 carats Natural Red Ruby...
Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Earrings / Double Clips
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with two Cabochon Rubies and Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 5.50 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
New Art Deco Style Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Total weight of the main ruby : 4.92 carats approximately. Total weight of the cabochon rubies : 0.50 carat approximately.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Ruby and Textured Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Ruby and Textured Diamond Cluster Ring Description: This vintage cocktail ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a central 4.63-carat oval cabochon ruby with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Sapphire and Ruby Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Sapphire and Ruby Earrings Yellow gold dangle earrings set with 2 cabochon sapphires, 6 cabochon rubies, and 30 round cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 3.05 carats Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.9 cm Length: 2.0 cm Total Weight: 4.79 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the v...
Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant Vivid Ruby with Diamond Accents – Timeless Luxury This exquisite three-stone ring features a GIA-certified 5.39-carat heated ruby, beautifully cut in a striking oval cabocho...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Champagne and White Diamond Lizard Brooch with Ruby Eyes in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The diamonds, set in alternating tones, define the reptilian silhouette with a lifelike glimmer. Two ruby cabochons form the watchful eyes, adding a subtle yet vivid pop of red to th...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Vintage Ceylon Sapphire Multi-Gem Platinum 18K Hummingbird Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized hummingbird with yellow gold fanning outstretched wings and high polished beak Featuring a fancy orangy pink cushion cut sapphire weighing approximately 11.99 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cabochon Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond Cluster Earrings Description: A striking pair of earrings showcasing vivid oval cabochon rubies at the center, surrounded by an ornate arrangeme...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Platinum Cabochon Star Ruby Baguette & Round Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking estate cocktail ring crafted in platinum and centered by a 1.89 carat natural cabochon-cut star ruby displaying a vivid purplish-red body color.
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
Amazonite Butterfly Brooch
Located in MADRID, ES
The eyes are formed by two ruby cabochons, while the gold antennae end in delicate spirals, precisely executed and subtly soldered to the central structure.
Amazonite, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bee Brooch Pin Golden Pearl Yellow Sapphire Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The eyes are accented with ruby cabochon. All of our pearls are untreated: their natural color and luster have not been enhanced in any way.
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphir...
18K White Gold Diamond and Cabochon Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Length: 16.5 inches Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 12.10 grams Diamonds: 1.90 carats Ruby: 17.01 carats (11 Cabochon Rubies)
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Cabochon Blue Sapphire Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 5.03 carats with Cabochon Blue Sapphire 5.96 carats Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 2.7 cm Length: 3.4 cm Total Weight: 32.28 grams "We first opened d...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Cabochon Blue Sapphire with Cabochon Ruby Earrings Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Blue Sapphire 7.46 carats with Cabochon Ruby 3.71 carats Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.9 cm Length: 1.9 cm Total Weight: 21.96 grams "We first opened d...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k 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
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace This majestic 18K yellow gold link necklace is a symphony of opulence and sophistication, featuring an elegant arrangement of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 1.61 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.54 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situat...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,225Sale Price / item|24% Off
Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold ruby and diamond ring containing 1 cabochon cut ruby weighing .98pts. and 36 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .30pts. set in a 4mm wide ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Dragon Bangle Set 18k Gold & Silver Ruby & Sapphires
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Bangle set 18K Gold & Silver Ruby & Sapphires Natural Multi Color Sapphire from Sri Lanka - 3 carats Sapphire colors, Red, Orange and Pink Red Natural Ruby...
Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Ancient Roman Coin Necklace
Located in Bethesda, MD
The coin rotates freely on its setting, revealing intricate historical details with every movement. A lustrous ruby cabochon crowns the piece, adding a rich pop of color and timeless...
Yellow Gold
54.97 Carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Ruby Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of chandelier earrings showcasing two sugarloaf cabochon rubies suspended on a delicate row of vibrant fancy shape rubies.
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$973Sale Price / item|44% Off
Oval cabochon ruby and pearl 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Depends from size Gemstones: Natural ruby, color - red Weight: approx 1.00 ct, oval cabochon cut Clarity: Transparent with inclusions Pearl: 6.5 mm, round, white color, Akoya culture...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Retro Pair Of Platinum And Cabochon Ruby Ear-studs
Located in Firenze, IT
Round earstuds earrings in platinum and centered a cabochon ruby. Diameter 12mm Weight: 7.38gr.
Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Harry Winston Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Cabochon Rubies weighing a total of 9.34 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 1.74 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Ruby Red Stone Wire Gold Pendant Openwork Brooch
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Robert Goossens Vintage Large Ruby Cabochon Stone Round Circle Interlocked Openwork Brooch, Gold Plated Very excellent condition.
Gold Plate
Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Gypsy Ring
Located in New York, NY
Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone: Cabochon Ruby & Brilliant Cut Diamonds Measurement: Ring Size 8.25
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon 6.31 Carat Untreated Burma Ruby Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
A rare Burma cabochon ruby positively captivates amid a halo of diamonds in this extraordinary ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby Tentacle Ring // Cabochon Ruby with Yellow Sapphires in Sterling Silver and
Located in New York, NY
This artisan ring centers on a glowing natural cabochon Ruby, bezel-set in radiant 14K gold, and surrounded by a constellation of faceted yellow sapphires.
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
$2,197Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Multi Gem Bangle - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Multi-Gem Cabochon Bangle Ruby, Multi Sapphire & White Topaz 18K Gold & Silver Signed A luminous expression of color, craftsmanship, and Riviera sophisti...
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Oval Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Red Enamel 2 Rubies 1 Pearl 2 Star Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Reference: V1222/RT/AH/00/102_V1376/00/00/00/10242 Brand: VICTOR MAYER Collection: Romance Material: 18k yellow gold, matt vintage finish Vitreous Enamel: red guilloche enamel with ...
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Oval Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Red Vitreous Enamel 2 Rubies 1 Pearl 2 Star Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Reference: V1222/RT/AH/00/102 Brand: VICTOR MAYER Collection: Romance Material: 18k yellow gold, matt vintage finish Vitreous Enamel: red guilloche enamel with two 18k gold star pai...
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond and Cabochon Blue Sapphire Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 5.76 carats with Diamond 2.03 carats and Cabochon Blue Sapphire 0.83 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 2.3 cm Length: 2.7 cm Total Weight: 23.04 gr...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl, Ruby & Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl, Ruby & Multi-Sapphire Bangle Set in 18K Gold & Silver** Black Tahitian South Sea Pearl Silver-gray body color with soft pink overtones — a signature...
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sa...
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Multi Sapphire & Ruby Bangle - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Multi-Gem Cabochon Bangle Natural Ruby, Sapphire & Peridot • 18K Gold & 950 Silver Indulge in elevated Mediterranean luxury with this Bochic “Capri” ...
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k G...
Platinum Cabochon Ruby, Diamond and Calibré Ruby Bombé Ring
Located in Miami, FL
A beautifully crafted platinum bombé ring centered by a vivid cabochon ruby weighing approximately 0.50 carat. Rich in color and elegant in form, the ruby is framed by a meticulously...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Alex Jona Amethyst Ruby White Diamond Pink Sapphire 18 Karat Rose Gold Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat rose gold ring band, set with, cabochon rubies, cabochon amethysts, pink sapphires and 0.12 carats of white diamonds.
Amethyst, White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold vintage ring centered around an impressive oval cabochon ruby weighing approximately 14.36 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,019Sale Price / item|60% Off
Oval cabochon ruby 14k gold ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
1 ct oval cabochon ruby 14k gold ring. Ruby solitaire. Plain ruby ring.
Ruby, Topaz, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Bvlgari Cabochon Emerald and Ruby Earrings with Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Cabochon Emeralds weighing approximately a total of 3.00 carats, Cabochon Rubies weighing approximately a total of 3.00 carats, and Round Brill...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Seaman Schepps Cabochon Ruby Diamond Earrings in 18K Gold
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
These Seaman Schepps earrings from the 1960s center on richly hued cabochon rubies, their softly domed surfaces revealing depth rather than sparkle.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s 5.00 Carat Cabochon Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with a Cabochon Ruby weighing approximately 5.00 carats and pave-set Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 3.0...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cabochon Ruby, Ruby and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 5.96 carats, Ruby 0.89 carat and Diamond 0.70 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 9.93 grams "We first...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Steve Battelle 5.0 Carats Cabochon Ruby 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A luminous pink 9 x 10 mm oval cabochon ruby is set in an artisan crafted "spirals and jawan" setting with matching wire on the bail in this ancient-insipred pendant design.
Ruby, 18k Gold
11 Ruby Heart Cabochons Cts 9.17
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A symbol of love and passion, these 11 ruby heart-shaped cabochons radiate a deep, fiery red hue that captures the essence of romance.
Ruby
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Clip on Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Clip on Earrings These elegant Van Cleef & Arpels clip-on earrings showcase a central cabochon ruby, framed by a stunning arra...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Butterfly Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Pearl Pendant Brooch Necklace Victorian
Located in New York, NY
The eyes of the insect are two round Ruby cabochons. The diamonds and pearls are set in silver as was the custom of the period in order to show off the diamonds to greater brillian...
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Humming Bird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This charming gold brooch from the 1880's features a real South American Violetear hummingbird head with etched gold wings and ruby cabochon eyes. The Victorians were obsessed with n...
10k Gold
Antique Cabochon Ruby Pearl and Diamond Fly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A duo of additional tiny cabochon rubies can be found at the eyes before the piece is made complete by a single rounded natural pearl at one end.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
44.22 Carat Ruby Faceted Pan Cabochon Pair Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Ruby Faceted Cabochon Pair Gemstone. 44.22 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent clarity.
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.