$941Sale Price / item|44% Off
Ruby Cocktail 14k Gold Ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Metal: 14k gold Weight 2.38 gr depends from size Gemstones Ruby: oval cabochon shape, color red, VS transparent clarity, weight 1 ct approx Diamonds: 4 pieces (4x0.01 ct - 0.04...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$133,900
David Webb Ruby Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Geneva, CH
David Webb 18K gold, ruby and diamond bracelet. The wide openwork strap set with oval rubies weighing approximately 5.00 carats cabochon rubies and round diamonds weighing approximat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tutti Frutti Earrings Natural Ruby Carved Leaves & Diamond Earrings in 18 KWG
Located in New York, NY
Tutti Frutti Earrings Natural Ruby Carved Leaves & Diamond Earrings in 18 KWG Tutti Frutti Earrings/ Natural Ruby Earrings/ Carving Leaf 18 Karat white Gold. Discover elegance ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
No-Heat Burmese Star Ruby Ring, AGL 11ct, Art Deco Platinum Setting
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An 11-carat star ruby commands this ring, cut as an oval cabochon and bezel-set in platinum to protect its domed surface while showcasing the strong six-rayed asterism confirmed on t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.41 carats with Diamond 0.92 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 10.54 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mauboussin Art Deco Love Birds Ruby and Diamond Pin, ca. 1920s
By Mauboussin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Mauboussin Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Lovebirds Pin, ca. 1920s A very romantic Art Deco pin from the 1920s by the Parisian jeweller Mauboussin. This pin features two beautiful love b...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
AIG Certified 3.40 Cts Natural Burma Rubies 1.50 Cts Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent ring come in 18k gold with a Natural Burma Ruby , in perfect oval cabochon cut , of 3,40 carats, vibrant color, very spectacular, fine quality, only heated, and 93 pieces...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Tourmaline, Ruby, and Sapphire Floral Basket Pendant Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The cabochon and faceted stones are arranged to create a playful bouquet effect, making this piece both whimsical and elegant.
Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Star Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Star Ruby 9.85 carats with Diamond 0.77 carat Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.3 cm Length: 1.9 cm Ring Size: 58 Total Weight: 20.32 grams "We first opened do...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald and White Gold Jardiniére Brooch, 1960
Located in London, GB
A vintage Jardiniére multi-gem brooch, set with carved rubies, in claw settings and cabochon-cut sapphires, emeralds and round brilliant-cut diamonds, in rub over settings, depicting...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
1900s Seed Pearl and Ruby Yellow Gold Chick and Egg Bar Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The chick is ornamented with an impressive cabochon ruby eye. The antique chick and egg brooch secures with a safety pin style fastening, and is hallmarked to the side of bar settin...
Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
1925 Opal Calibrated Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Sublime antique ring, it is decorated with an Australian opal cabochon set with claws, surrounded by calibrated synthesis rubies.
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$39,200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum GIA Graded Star Ruby Ring, 17.29 ct & 3.0 ct of fine Diamonds
Located in Aspen, CO
This Star Ruby displays a 6 sharp and distinctive rays as light passes through it, called an asterism.
White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Sapphire Ruby Round Disc 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earclip Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Ruby & Blue Sapphire Disc Ear Clips featuring an elegant circular design accented with richly colored cabochon rubies and blue sapphires.
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.50ct Opal 0.72ct Diamond 0.90ct Sapphire and Ruby 9k Yellow Gold Swan Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The swan's head incorporates a pavé set Old European round cut diamond to a single 0.01ct cabochon cut ruby, representing the eye. The lower portion of the brooch bears sinuous inte...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
BOUCHERON, 1940s-1950s Beauty Kit Gold Silver Rubies with Bag and Box
By Boucheron
Located in Paris, FR
BOUCHERON, 1940s-1950s Rectangular beauty kit in 800 thousandths grooved silver, the lid decorated with a pierced plate in 750 thousandths pink gold decorated with chiseled flowers a...
Ruby, Gold, Silver
French Victorian 39.00 Ct Australian Opal 6.00 Ct Rubies Large Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
(h. x w.) with 19.7 grams gross weight Very good condition keeping with age Stunning piece of the antique jewellery Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt gold Hallmarks: French assay ...
Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Retro 1940s 9.0ct Ruby and 0.75ct Diamond Butterfly Pendant Necklace, 18K Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro butterfly takes shape in openwork 18K gold, its wings built as skeletal lace rather than solid metal so light passes straight through the wire-thin cells. Thirty-two rubies...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Chalcedony Quartz Sapphire Ruby Diamond Snake Ring Band
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
14K white gold designer ring featuring a large polished chalcedony quartz center stone (~14mm), accented with natural sapphires, rubies, and brilliant round diamonds totaling 0.4 car...
Chalcedony, Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Elegant Vintage 18 K Yellow Gold Brooch Meister Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
The brooch festures 3 top quality colored stones like Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire. It is very rare to find this intense and deep color in Cabochons.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
Rose Gold Ladybug Brooch with Cabochon Ruby and Rosé Diamonds
Located in Napoli, IT
Refined figurative brooch in the shape of a ladybug, made of 18K rose gold, an example of fine jewelry with vintage taste and strong decorative value. The body of the insect is embe...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified No Heat Star Ruby in Vintage Platinum Ring Signed Dreicer & Co.
By Dreicer & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Signed by the famous New York jeweler, Dreicer and Co. This double cabochon cut star ruby is a true miracle of nature.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Ruby, Platinum
$1,999Sale Price|37% Off
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19K Yellow Gold and Silver Opal and Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking and ornate ring featuring a central oval opal with a captivating play of colors. The opal is surrounded by marquise-cut rubies, adding a vibrant contrast, and accented by ...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby
Vintage Carved Opal 4.80ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The sinuous hair setting extends from the feature design and is embellished with four impressive round cabochon cut rubies; three are surmounted with an individual impressive eight c...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unique Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Mother Of Pearl Diamond and Ruby Chocker Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Necklace Features: 14 Natural Mother of Pearls Color: White 100 Square Cut Natural Rubies Estimated Total Carat Weight: 7.50 ct. Color: Intense Red 9 Cabochon Cut Natural Rubies ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 41.23ct No-Heat Natural Star Ruby & 2.5ct Diamond 18K White Gold Cocktail Ri
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A double cabochon cut keeps the dome high and the base flat, maximizing both the visible star and the stone's presence on the hand.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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
Ruby with Diamond Earrings Set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Checker Board Cut Ruby 7.50 carats with Diamond 0.82 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.8 cm Total Weight: 6.5 grams "We first opened doors...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
4.6Ct Star Ruby Ring with Earth-Mined Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A 4.62-carat star ruby displays a soft six-rayed star across its domed cabochon, set in solid 14K rose gold with eight earth-mined diamond accents.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Yellow Gold Large Intaglio Glass Ruby & Pearl Twisted Wire Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
) (2) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Deep Red Color - 3.7mm each (approx.) (1) Genuine Cultured Pearl - Round Shape - White Color - 7.5mm (approx.)
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19.9ct Star Ruby Ring with Natural Diamond Accents: Solid 14K Gold, Round 15mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A remarkable 19.91-carat star ruby displays a striking six-rayed star across its large round cabochon, set in solid 14K yellow gold with six earth-mined diamond accents.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emma Chapman Limited Edition Sterling Silver Pink Opal Ruby Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
A lovely limited edition handmade pink opal and ruby ring. This ring is made in sterling silver and the top of the ring has been coated in gold micron plating. The opals and rubies...
Opal, Ruby, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
very rare beetle pendant watch adorned with enamel, diamonds and rubies
Located in PARIS, FR
An exquisite and very rare beetle pendant watch in 18 carat gold, set with diamonds and rubies and decorated in blue enamel. A simple press of the button spreads the wings to reveal ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
18-22K Gold Pendants and Ruby Red Spinel, Diamond Rondelles, Hand-Rolled Chain
Located in Nantucket, MA
The center pendant features cabochon ruby red spinel gemstones and is embossed on the reverse side.
Diamond, Spinel, Ruby, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
David Webb Ruby Emerald and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
These earrings are made with a bezel set cabochon Ruby on top, a bezel set cabochon Emerald on the bottom, and round brilliant Diamonds in between the two.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold GIA 26.4ctw Ruby Emerald Diamond Handmade Bombe Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-970385646 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2235400709 Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Double C...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
Multi-Armed Shiva Brooch in 18K Gold with Turquoise, Ruby, Enamel & Diamonds
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
At its center sits an oval cabochon turquoise (~14x10mm), surrounded by 53 brilliant and single-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.22 carats.
Ruby, Turquoise, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Blooming Radiance: 1940’s Ruby and Diamond Floral Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
At the heart of these earrings lie eleven cabochon rubies, totaling approximately 2.00 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.2Ct Star Ruby Ring with Natural Diamonds: Solid 14K Gold, Marquise Cut 16x7mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A dramatic 8.22-carat star ruby displays a six-rayed star across an elongated marquise cabochon, set in solid 14K yellow gold with six earth-mined diamond accents.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
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
22K and 18K Yellow Gold, Silver & Ruby Bracelet by Victor Velyan
By Victor Velyan
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Victor Velyan's meticulous craftsmanship and timeless styling make this bracelet a remarkable investment for those seeking fine ruby jewelry, designer gold bracelets, cabochon ruby b...
Ruby, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
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
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Opal 1.10 Carat Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Opal Quality Cut Cabochon Content 0.65 carat Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 1.10 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) J Clarity (average grades) P1 Cut Modern Bril...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Poodle Brooch with Ruby Eyes, Circa 1960, UK
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine vintage 18 karat yellow gold brooch in the form of a poodle; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine 18k yellow gold brooch has been realistical...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Mozambique Rubies & Diamonds Cocktail Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: Ethiopian Opal ✦ Gemstone Cut: Oval Cabochon ✦ Gemstone Weight: 4.47 ct. Approx. ✦ Gemstone: natural Mozambique Ruby ✦ Gemstone...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,999Sale Price|37% Off
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AIG Certified 2.50 Carat Burma Ruby 1.20 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning Art Decô design ring, so chic and refined, in 18k gold with a cabochon cut Burma ruby of 2,50 carats , and diamonds in baguettes and round brilliant cut of 1,20 carats,F/VS.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL and GRS Certified 9.09 ct Unheated Burma Star Ruby Diamond 18KYG Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Details Ring Overview SKU 4367 Center Stone Ruby Side Stones Diamonds Metal Type 18K Yellow Gold Metal Weight 13.38 gr Report GRS Report Size 9.5 Center Stone Quantity 1 Total W...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1952 Ring Ruby solid 18K Yellow Gold Ø 7.75US / 3.2 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Retro Ring for every day with carved shoulders decorated with emerald cut lab made rosy Red Ruby 11 mm x 9 mm x 4.65 mm deep / circa 4 ct . Swedish hallmarks, 18K and make...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18k Gold Ruby Emerald Sapphire Diamond Earclips, 1970s
By David Webb
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
At the center of each earring rests a luminous oval blue sapphire cabochon, framed by brilliant round white diamonds and accented by vibrant cabochon emeralds and rubies.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Trabert & Hoeffer with Mauboussin Burmese Ruby Cocktail Ring, circa 1940.
By Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Trabert & Hoeffer with Mauboussin Burmese ruby cocktail ring. Set with a cluster of ten oval cabochon cut natural unenhanced Burmese rubies in open back claw settings with a combined...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,999Sale Price|37% Off
Ruby Ring With Diamonds 2.01 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ruby = 1.76 Carat 16 Diamonds = 0.25 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 7* US *It can be resized...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.