Late-20th Century Tailored 18k Yellow Gold, Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This luxurious colored center stone is surrounded, both in the design area and in the ring walls, with brilliant cut and princess cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Deep Rich RedMain Stone Shape: RoundMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 1.5mmMain Stone Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1.20ct Natural Ruby (x3) & 0.20ct Diamond Half-Hoop Vintage Ring in 9K Rose Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This exquisite piece of jewellery is vintage from circa 1980’s it's in beautiful condition & of timeless half-hoop design A genuine eye-catcher, the piece features 3 graduating Na...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Angara Natural Shared Prong Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Ring 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Deep Rich RedMain Stone Shape: RoundMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 2.5mmMain Stone Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
$2,550Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage 18K Gold Cushion Burma Ruby Weighing 2.10 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Key Features: Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstone: Cushion Burma Cabochon Ruby Ruby Weight: 2.10 Carats Accent Stones: Diamonds Total Diamond Weight: 0.30 Carats Ring Size: 7 (Resiza...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rose Quartz Ring with Yellow Gold inlay set with Rubies and Diamonds
By Bonebakker
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Ring sculpted in top quality rose quartz with floral decoration executed with high carat yellow gold inlay and set with faceted rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Oval Ruby Engagement Ring with Diamond in 14K Solid Gol
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium Pinkish RedMain Stone Shape: OvalMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 6x4mmMain Stone ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Natural Square Ruby and Princess Diamond Half Eternity Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium RedMain Stone Shape: SquareMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 1.9mmMain Stone Carat ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Angara Natural Art Deco Inspired Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium RedMain Stone Shape: RoundMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 3.8mmMain Stone Carat W...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Angara Natural Round Ruby and Diamond Eternity Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium RedMain Stone Shape: RoundMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 2mmMain Stone Carat Wei...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18k Yellow Gold 1.46ctw Channel Oval Ruby w/ Round Diamond East West Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (3) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - Deep Red Color - 1.20ctw (exact) (8) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - Nice ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Tourmaline & Ruby Diamond Halo Cut Art Deco Style Statement White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
French cut rubies surround the center stone while the glittering diamonds are set upwards out of the ring shanks both right and left.
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 1ct Oval Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Engagement Ring - 18K Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Primary Stone: Approx. 1.00ct Natural Oval-Cut Red Ruby Accent Stones: 0.75tcw Natural Tapered Baguette & Round-Cut Diamonds (G/VS) Metal: Solid 18K White Gold (Approx. 3 grams...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Halo Ring natural Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 6.75 /2.2gr
Located in SE
Note: I will not be responsible for any physical/color changes that may occur as a result of heating of the stones during the process of resizing. We will not be responsible if in th...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Imperial Russian Ring solid 56 /14K Gold Diamonds Ruby ØUS5.5 / 3gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Antique Imperial period Russian Ring featuring crown decorated with oval cut natural Rubies and rose cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Purple Violet Amethyst & Ruby and Diamond Halo Set Art Deco Style Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This beautiful and striking amethyst ring features an approx. 2 carats emerald cut amethyst stone at the heart, surrounded by French cut rubies and round brilliant cut diamonds in 2 ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1.30 Carat Ruby 1 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive ruby and diamond cluster ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card*.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Palladium
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Cocktail Dome Band 14k Rd 1.80ctw Stripes Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.10ctw Cut: Rou...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Channel Square Ruby and Diamond Eternity Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Deep Rich RedMain Stone Shape: SquareMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 2.4mmMain Stone Car...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
New 14k White Gold 1.95ctw Ruby & Round Diamond Wheat Engraved Sides Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (14) Natural Genuine Rubies - Calibre French Cut - Channel Set - Vivid Red Color - 1.13ctw (exact) (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - F/G ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18 Karat Gold Ring, 1.53 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire, with Rubies and Diamonds
By effe
Located in New York, NY
The 3 stones are set amid 3 rows of Calibre (square) cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Octagon Dark Pink Rhodolite & Ruby Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Shoulder Gemstones I Type: Ruby Shape: Oval Size: 4 x 3 mm. Number: 6 Weight: 1.20 Carat (approx. total weight) Shoulder Gemstones II Type: Diamond Shape: Round Average Color: H Aver...
Diamond, Ruby, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Cocktail Halo Ring - 14k Round 1.15ctw Floral
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 11 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $25 or Down 7 sizes for $25 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.10c...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald and Sapphire Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This beautiful piece features 3 Brilliant Cut Diamonds total weight of 0.10 Carat and Marquise-Cut Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald with a total weight of 0.15 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18...
GIL Certified 0.77 Carat Ruby Ring
Located in บางรัก, TH
18kt white gold ruby ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight: 3.953 grams Set with- Stone type: Ruby Shape: Octogon Carat: 0.77 (3 Pcs) Col...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Colorful Pink Sapphire Ruby Diamond Cocktail White 14 Karat Gold Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring White 14K Gold Diamond 32-RND 57-0,09-4/6 Ruby 37-RND-0,33 Т(4)/3 Ruby 1-Oval-0,38 Т(4)/3 Pink Sapphireір 2-0,63 1/2 Size 6.5 Weight 2.68 It is our honour to create fine jewelr...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
$2,728Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ruby and Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Ruby , Blue Sapphire Gemstone Weight - 2.48 ct Stone Shape - Marquise Gemstone Pcs - 9 Stone Size - 6 x 3 mm Diamond ...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$976Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Round Natural Ruby & Diamond Half Eternity Band Ring in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 14K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 0.63 cts Gemstone shape - Round Gemstone Size - 3 mm Gemstone Pcs - 4 Diamond Weight - 0.08 ct...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Non Heated 1.03 Carat Thai Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The Thai ruby ring is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card for the diamonds, in addition to a ruby report card and certificate supplied by the Gemmological Certif...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Angara Natural Princess Diana Inspired Ruby Ring with Diamond Halo in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium Pinkish RedMain Stone Shape: OvalMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 6x4mmMain Stone ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Floating Ruby and Diamond Semi Eternity Wedding Ring in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium RedMain Stone Shape: RoundMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 2.2mmMain Stone Carat W...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Andy Gotz Ruby Diamond Contour Cluster Cocktail Band White Gold 14k 4.60ctw Ring
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 Sizing Fee: Up 1/2 a size for $80 or Down 1/2 a size for $60 Brand: Andy Gotz Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heated Carat(s): 4...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum 1920s Original Art Deco Ruby & Diamond Plaque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Framing the diamonds are calibrated natural rubies, enhancing the ring's allure with their rich colour and brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
AGL Certified 3.04 Carat Pigeon’s Blood No-Heat Ruby with Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Women's Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 6 (adjustable) Weight: 5.95 Grams Center Stone Details: Type: Ruby Carat: 3.04 Color: Red “Pigeons Blood” Cut: Oval ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring 3.01-ct GIA Report
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A dazzling diamond emerald platinum ring. This timeless ring has a classic three stone design often used for anniversary rings.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18 Karat Gold 0.45 Carat Diamonds and Invisible 5.05 Carat Ruby Square Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Top: 14.5 mm Band Width: 3 mm Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 6 Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 7 Grams Stone Type: 0.45 Ct Diamonds VS2 G-F & 5.05 CT Natural Ruby Condition: New Stock Numb...
Ruby
18 Karat Gold 0.29 Carat Diamonds and Invisible 6.85 Carat Ruby Flower Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Top: 15 mm Band Width: 3 mm Metal: 18K White Gold Size: 6.5 Hallmarks: 18K Total Weight: 6.8 Grams Stone Type: 0.29 Ct Diamonds VS2 G-F & 6.85 CT Natural Ruby Condition: New Stock Nu...
Ruby
0.60Ct Natural Invisible set Ruby & Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Pinky Ring Size 4
Located in New York, NY
0.60Ct Natural Invisible set Ruby & Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Pinky Ring Size 4 Invisible set 14 K Rose Gold: 5.7 gram Ring Size 4 3 Square cut Natural ruby Stone set in a r...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Two Tone Gold 1.60ctw Bezel Oval Ruby & Diamond 14.9mm Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.30ctw (approx.) (3) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Bez...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring - 18k Round .50ctw Fleur-de-lis Crown
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 8 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $60 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Note: If sized up, the ring's shank will become oval in shape.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Heart Ruby and Diamond Chevron Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium RedMain Stone Shape: HeartMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 5mmMain Stone Carat Wei...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Gleaming 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pave Ring w/1.09 ct - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Gleaming 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pave Ring w/1.09 ct - IGI Certified The centerpiece of this pave ring is a captivating 0.71 carat oval cut ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.02 Carat Cushion Cut Burma Ruby & Round Diamond Ring in Platinum & 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
3.02 carat cushion cut Ruby and round diamond ring. The 3-carat center stone is certified by Gubelin Gem Lab to be natural, transparent, of Burmese origin, and have traditional heat ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Pear Shape Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This lovely pear cut ruby engagement ring is set with a 1.00ct natural ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Style 0.75Carat Oval Ruby and Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Bright and Transparent and Brilliant. The stone measures 5.18-4.0x2.60 mm. The ruby shines at the center and sparkles all over with tiny bright-white single-cut diamonds artfully acc...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
"Skybox" Ring with 1.2 Carats of Natural Diamonds & Rubies in 18 Karat Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
MARKS: The inside of the band is stamped "18K" for 18 karat gold and signed by Eytan Brandes. WEIGHTS: Ring weight: 8.5 grams Ruby weight: 0.765 carats Diamond weight: 0.44...
White Diamond, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,176Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vintage Style 14K Yellow Gold Marquise Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant vintage-inspired cluster ring features four marquise-cut natural rubies totaling 0.88 carat, each measuring 5.5 x 3 mm.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Ruby & Diamond Marquise and Dot Ring in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium RedMain Stone Shape: RoundMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 2.7mmMain Stone Carat W...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Oval Shape White Opal & Ruby Halo and Diamond Art Deco Style Halo Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite ring features a central iridescent oval cabochon opal embellished with pretty ruby stone and glittering diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Cluster Halo Cocktail Ring 18k Sq 1.17ctw Lattice Sz7
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .53ctw Cut: Square Color: Red Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .64ctw Cut: Round Bri...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,564Sale Price / item|20% Off
3.10 Carat Natural Ruby and 0.92 Carat Marquise Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Item Code: SER-29422 Category: Fine Jewelry Jewelry Type: Ring Metal: 18K White Gold Gross Weight: 4.33 Grams Natural Ruby Weight: 3.10 Carats Natural Diamond Weight: 0.92 Carats Dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Cocktail Band - 18k Square 1.80ctw Ring Sz 7
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.40ctw Cut: Square Color: Pinkish Red Natural Diamonds Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold 1.35 Carat Deep Red Ruby Oval-Cut and Diamond Cluster Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 1.35 Carat Deep Red Ruby Oval-Cut and Diamond Cluster Ring This classic scarlet red ruby and diamond halo ring is regal.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
0.91 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond and 0.71 Carat Ruby Band Ring 14K Rose Gold
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A refined diamond and ruby band ring crafted in warm 14K rose gold, showcasing a clean, architectural rhythm of emerald cut stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$9,400Sale Price|20% Off
KURT WAYNE Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 4.22 Ctw Vivid Rubies And Diamonds
By Kurt Wayne
Located in Miami, FL
Traditionally, the jeweler used 18K gold and precious stones – emeralds, diamonds, sapphires, rubies, etc.
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Oval 1.92 ct Ruby Ring with Diamond in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Details:Metal and Purity: 14K Solid GoldMain Stone: RubyMain Stone Color: Medium Pinkish RedMain Stone Shape: OvalMain Stone Creation:NaturalMain Stone Size: 8.97x6.95x3.69mm...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
A. Jaffe Ladies 18K Green & White Gold Sapphire Rubies Diamond Cocktail Ring Set
Located in Houston, TX
Ladies 18K green gold diamond sapphire and ruby cocktail wedding rings with a soft-square shank.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k 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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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