Marchak Natural Unenhanced Star Ruby Carved Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Marchak
Located in London, GB
Star ruby carved emerald and diamond ring. Set with a natural unenhanced oval cabochon star ruby displaying strong asterism with an approximate weight of 30.00 carats in a raised ope...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & White Topaz Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Cuff Bracelet Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby — 100.00 carats Natural White Topaz — 20.00 carats Mixed Cuts: Cabochon & Brillian...
Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
4 Carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf Ruby Sapphire Colorful 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A 4.43 carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf is set alongside 1.73 carat of Sapphire and 1.18 carat of Ruby. 0.52 carat of round sapphire are set in this 18K gold colorful ring.
Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Vintage GIA 9.50 carat no heat star ruby 18k yellow gold bezel stud earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Each earring features a GIA-certified oval cabochon star ruby, together totaling an impressive 9.50 carats.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand Carved Gold Bird Ring with 15 carats Emerald Ruby Diamond 22k gold custom
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Hand Carved Gold Bird Ring with 13 carats Emerald Ruby Diamond 22k gold customizable to size One of our most special pieces- This would be a custom order and will take about 60 days...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold
14K Russian Gold Sapphire, Diamond, and Ruby Organic Brooch, circa 1922
Located in Venice, CA
The circular sapphire cabochon measures 3.5mm; the smaller sapphire is 3.3 x 4mm; and the ruby is 3.5 x 2.7mm.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$708Sale Price / item|25% Off
14k Gold Ring with Ruby, Rose Sapphires, Tourmaline and Diamonds Cherry Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural ruby, rose sapphires, tourmaline and diamonds. July birthstone ring. 14k solid gold Weight: 2.2 g. depends from size Gemstones: Central stone: Na...
Tourmaline, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold
Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each features a 1 karat cabochon ruby, emerald and sapphire all set at the end of a ridge of diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Opal Ruby Flower Ring Antique Wedding Engagement Cocktail Ring Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Antique Retro Opal Ruby Flower Ring with a central round opal cabochon gem surrounded by a halo of six gorgeous round faceted Rubies of incredible color and stunn...
Ruby, Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Natural Purple Star Ruby Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Ruby and diamond cocktail ring. GIA certified cabochon oval center natural, no heat ruby set in a open work 18k white gold setting with 44 round accent diamonds. 1 oval cabo...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Ruby, Emerald and Brown Diamond Snake Bangle in Stingray and 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 1.79 carats, Cabochon Emerald 0.58 carat and Brown Diamond 13.99 carats Bangle set in Stingray and 18K Gold Settings Width: 6.0 cm Diameter: 5.5 cm Total Weight: 79.8...
Brown Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby & Amethyst Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby & Amethyst Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rubies - 4 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire - 4 Carat Natural Emerald - 4 Carat ‘ Natural Amethyst,...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 10.80 Carats Ruby & Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A ravishing antique bracelet created by Van Cleef & Arpels, featuring a solid 18K yellow gold bracelet encrusted with cabochon rubies weighing 10.80 carats total. Accented by round c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Cufflinks Round 18kt Gold with Jade, Central Ruby and Enamel Triangles
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
Cufflinks Round 18kt Gold with Jade, central Ruby and enamel triangles. Cufflinks for Business or Leisure Time to be worn on white, light blue or stripe Cuff Shirts. Design fit for m...
Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Bulgari 1980's Ruby Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Vintage Serpenti Tubogas Cufflinks
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as twisted tubogas loops comprised of alternating yellow and white gold segments Terminating with round ruby and sapphire cabochons - each measuring 4.0 mm round Transparent...
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, carved Emeralds, Blue Sapphires, Ruby & Diamonds Hoop Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Gemstone: natural Mozambique Rubies ✦ Gemstone Cut: Hand - carved & Cabochons ✦ Gemstone Weight: 6.58 ct.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Carved Flower Coral & Ruby w/ Turquoise Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Corals - Carved Flower Shape - Stem Set - Orange with White Color - 9.6mm (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Rubies- Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Deep...
Coral, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Le Saché Tiffany & Co. Art Nouveau Sapphire Ruby and Gold Cufflinks, Circa 1890
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A pair of Tiffany art nouveau sapphire and ruby cufflinks, with three cabochon sapphires set on one side and three cabochon rubies on the other, mounted on a foliate design, with an ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Bochic ‘Capri’ Vintage Natural Ruby & White Topaz Bangle In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic ‘Capri’ Vintage Natural Ruby & White Topaz Bangle In 18K Gold & Silver 18K Gold & Silver • Natural Gemstones • 49.63 Carats Ruby & 4.89 Carats White Topaz I...
Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique French 18k Gold Opal with GIA Ruby & Sapphire VERY Long Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ GIA certification for the ruby & sapphire! Stock Number: MK-100101056-24020520-EY --Sapphire Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 5234162562 Shape: Oval ...
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage 167 Carat Multi Ruby & Emerald Cuff 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage 167 Carat Multi Ruby & Emerald Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby - 167 Carats Natural Emerald - 7 Carats The Bochic "Capri" Multi Fancy Gems Brac...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
The design showcases a refined balance between cabochon and faceted gemstones, adding depth, texture, and movement to the overall composition.
Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 421 carats emerald ruby antique Pearls gold necklace, 50-100 year old
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Antique 421 carats emerald ruby and antique natural Pearls gold necklace, 50-100 year old, Old Emerald Jewelry. Museum quality heirloom necklace!! Reduced from $45,000 to $34,000 Gro...
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
The design showcases a refined balance between cabochon and faceted gemstones, adding depth, texture, and movement to the overall composition.
Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & White Topaz Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Cuff Bracelet Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby — 120.00 carats Natural White Topaz — 30.00 carats A bold statement of color and ...
Topaz, Ruby, Silver, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1920s 6.00 Carat Star Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with a Cabochon Star Ruby weighing approximately 6.00 carats, accented by a halo of Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.00 carats.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum
Star Ruby & 0.06ctw H SI1 Diamond Ring Set in 10K White Gold
Located in Sewickley, PA
This elegant 10K white gold ring showcases a striking 2.6 gram design centered by a captivating cabochon-cut star ruby. The vivid purplish-red gemstone exhibits a silky luster and a ...
Diamond, Star Ruby, White Gold
Vintage Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond 8 Carat Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This 8ct gold band has a ruby, emerald and sapphire set within it with diamonds in between. The three coloured stones measure 5pts each and the diamonds measure 3pts each. Ring Siz...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
6.22 Carat Star-Ruby with Gold Detailing & Diamonds in 14K Gold Charm Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
The captivating combination of the striking 6.22 Carat Red Star-Ruby, intricate gold side designs, and shimmering white diamond side stones creates a truly enchanting piece that exud...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 14k Gold
Tutti Frutti Cabochon Multi-Gem Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Cabochon Rubies weighing a total of 26.56 carats, Cabochon Emeralds weighing a total of 25.16 carats, Cabochon Sapphires weighing a total of 17....
18k Gold
French 1940s Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Watch
Located in Poitiers, FR
The case is supported and articulated by two rows of 8/8 diamonds and two geometric motifs set with calibrated rubies. A tubogaz mesh is connected to a double clasp adorned with a ro...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Diamond Ruby Turtle Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color - 16x14.3mm (approx.) (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - H/I Col...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,380Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rubies - 4 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire - 4 Carat Natural Emerald - 4 Carat ‘ Natural A...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
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
Set in 18K Gold, natural Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby & Diamonds Link Bracelet
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: natural Burmese Blue Sapphire ✦ Gemstone Cut: Cushion Cabochon ✦ Gemstone Weight: 5.19 ct. Approx. ✦ Gemstone: natural Burmese ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
The design showcases a refined balance between cabochon and faceted gemstones, adding depth, texture, and movement to the overall composition.
Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
GIA Natural Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Estate Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Natural Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Estate Ring in 18k White Gold Estate Turquoise, Diamond and Ruby Ring features a GIA certified Natural Oval Cabochon Turquoise set horizonta...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Flower Motif Earrings Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 16.11 carats with Diamond 0.20 carat Earrings set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.5 cm Total Weight: 8.99 grams "We first opened doors in 19...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
32 Inch Double Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond Ruby Clasp
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The square clasp is lavishly set with approximately 1.50 carats total weight of diamonds, graded H-I color and SI clarity, surrounding a richly colored cabochon ruby center that crea...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
BROOCH - French Mid Century 15.00 CTW Ruby and Diamonds Botanical Flower
Located in Miami, FL
At the heart of the blossom rests an extraordinary, dome-shaped natural cabochon ruby weighing approximately 15.00 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Important Pink Sapphire and Ruby Flower Necklace
Located in Bethesda, MD
Featuring 187 pink sapphires (70 carats) and 29 cabochon rubies, the detachable pendant adds 33 more pink sapphires, rubies, and sparkling diamonds.
Ruby, Pink Sapphire
W.A. Bolin 18k Ruby and Diamond Floral Brooch, Stockholm 1944
By BOLIN
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Measuring approximately 60 × 50 mm and weighing 22.6 grams, the sculptural flower is richly articulated, its pistils delicately set with cabochon-cut rubies and rose-cut diamonds tha...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Snake Triple Coil Flexible Bracelet
Located in London, GB
The top of the snakes head is bezel set with a cabochon sapphire of rich lively blue weighing 1.10ct approximately and finished with bezel set cabochon ruby eyes.
Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 37.55 Carat Star Ruby and Sapphire 14K Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A real statement piece - 37.55 Carat Star Ruby and Multicolored Sapphire Cocktail Ring in 14K Rose Gold This ring has a gorgeous 34.96 Carat Round Cut Star Ruby that is unheated. T...
Sapphire, Ruby, Star Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose 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 vibrant red color of the ruby complements the yellowish-green of the apatite cat's eye, creating a truly eye-catching piece.
Apatite, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
French 18 K yellow Gold Vintage Heart earclips Sapphire Ruby Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
These colorful earclips feature 2 lovely blue Sapphire Cabochons weighing 2.50 ct, 2o finely calibrated Rubies weighing 5.43 ct and Diamonds weighing 0.63 ct, G, color, vs.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,701Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau 15.37 Carat Ruby Aquamarine Citrine Yellow Gold Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
These Earrings have 0.32 Carats of Rubies. These Earrings have 2.80 Carats of Aquamarines.
Aquamarine, Citrine, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine, Ruby and Diamond Victorian Dome Ring in 18k/925 Gold
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine Wt.: 29.85 CT Approx. Ruby Wt.:4.37 CT Diamond Shape Cut: Round Full Cut Diamond Color: HI, GH Diamond Clarity:I1, I3 Aquamarine Shape Cut: Mix Cabochon Ruby Shape : R...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Diamond Ruby Moonstone 18 Karat White Gold Vintage Baby Chick Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a baby chick hatching from a carved moonstone cabochon shell Moonstone is bezel set and measures approximately 10.0 mm round Translucent colorless body with vivid blue ad...
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Gorgeous "Bulgari style" earrings featuring captivating blue cabochon sapphires and pear-shaped rubies, every gemstone has been selected for its lively and intense, rich color.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Silver Topped 10k Yellow Gold 1.75tcw Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique ring is crafted in silver topped 10k yellow gold and features vibrant rubies totaling approximately 1.75 carats accented by rose cut diamonds. An additional 0.23 carats ...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ian Dessin 18k YG Figural Coral/Cultured Pearl Golfer Brooch w/ Dia, Sapp, Ruby
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Unique Golfer Brooch Mid-Swing Features Cultured Pearl and Coral accented with Diamonds, Sapphires and a 0.20ct Ruby Made in Paris by Ian Dessin Appx Total Length = 2 1/4" Total Mass...
Coral, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Drop Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Drop Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red & Pink Rubies – 21 Carats Natural White Topaz – 17 Carats Set in 18K Gold...
Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
The necklace features cabochon natural rubies, beautifully complemented by crisp white topaz and vivid green peridot—all set in rich 18K gold and 950 silver.
Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Ruby and Diamond Ring – 18K Gold & Platinum
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
This bold ring by David Webb is crafted in the house’s signature combination of 18K gold and platinum and showcases a striking central ruby framed by natural diamonds. The design ref...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Star Ruby Sapphire Pearl Diamond Tutti Frutti 1950's Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
The diamonds and colored gems are natural and untreated. 6 cultured creme pearls, approx. 6.5 -6.9mm 34 round diamonds, VS SI H/I approx. .24cts 18 cabochon blue sapphires, approx...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Star Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,624Sale Price|20% Off
Star Ruby with Blue Star Sapphire Ring Set 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Star Ruby 3.68 carats with Blue Star Sapphire 3.72 carats Ring set 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 1.1 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7.15 grams "We first opene...
Ruby, Star Sapphire, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$6,400Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Sugarloaf Emerald, carved Blue Sapphires, Rubies & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Sugarloaf Cabochon ✦ Gemstone Weight: 25.58 ct. Approx. ✦ Gemstone: Natural Burmese Blu...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Boris Le Beau 18k Gold Detailed Green Enamel Ruby Eye Large Frog ClipOn Earrings
By Boris Lebeau
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Vibrant Red Ruby - 0.60ctw (approx.)
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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.
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