Certified natural real uncut diamonds sterling silver round ruby drop earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
Stunning diamond silver ruby earrings consists of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver Color of metal- Yellow gold plating Diamond- Natural uncut diamonds Diamond origin- ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Olympus Art Certified, White Gold, Diamond, Tsavorite, Ruby, Clematis Earrings
By Olympus Art
Located in Istanbul, TR
Olympus Art Certified, 18K 750 White Gold, 2.13 ct. Diamond Round, 0.23 ct. Diamond Round Brown, 0.18 ct. Tsavorite, 0.89 ct. Ruby Clematis Cup-shaped, white and mauve flowers app...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, White Gold
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Natural Imperial Jade Peapod, Ruby & Diamond Earrings, Super Glow
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These icy imperial green jade earrings are certified by 2 labs. The earrings are set in 18k white gold, rubies and white diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified natural fancy color diamonds sterling silver tear drop ruby earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
Stunning diamond silver ruby earrings consists of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver Color of metal- Yellow gold plating Diamond- Natural fancy colored diamond Diamond o...
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
IGI Certified 13.20ct Ruby, Salt Water Pearl, and Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in רמת גן, IL
IGI Certified 13.20ct Ruby, Salt Water Pearl, and Diamonds Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold Exuding timeless sophistication, these exquisite drop earrings feature two oval rubies to...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$44,000
W 1.44 in L 3.5 in
GIA Certified 35.27ct Natural Ruby Diamonds Dangle earrings 18kt Posh Priemeir
Located in New York, NY
Posh Dangle Premier Elegance. Ruby Diamonds Cluster & Bead set Dangle Earrings. 6.80ct natural round brilliant rubies (Upper Cluster) & 22.00ct. smaller bead set Rubies throughout.
Ruby, White Gold
GIA Certified 37.86 carats Yellow Diamond Ruby Earrings
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Gross Weight 37.67 gms 18k Gold weight 30.098 96 Diamonds - 37.86 carats GIA Certified Please message for details. Please compare our price to the current 1st Dibs listings- it is ...
GRS Certified 2.08 Carat Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood And Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant pair of ruby and diamond earrings from Rewa Jewels is made in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified Pigeon Blood Vivid Red Untreated Ruby Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Two center rubies: 2.13 carats Vivid Red OVAL, 2.08 carats Vivid Red OVAL Setting: 4 fancy-cut marquise white diamonds with a total of about 0.47 carats, 2 fancy-cut water drop white...
Ruby
Certified 2.10 Carat Natural Rubies 1.70 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Rubies and Diamonds earrings in a modern design, so elegant and refined style . Elevate your timeless of beauty and adorn yourself. Stunning earrings come in 18k gold wi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 1.22 Siamese Rubies 1.15 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Siamese Rubies and Diamonds earrings, in fabolous modern design , so elegant and refined style. Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with 2 Natural Siamese Rubies of 1,22 ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Certified 1.16 Carat Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Acquire a piece of geological history with this exceptional Natural Ruby Corundum earring, a treasure that transcends mere jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
Important Certified Jade, Ruby & Diamond Earrings, Best Imperial Green. XXL
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. These ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 8.00 Ct Rubies 6.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This stunning pair of earrings features Natural Rubies and dazzling Diamonds, exuding a sense of elegance and sophistication. The vibrant color is beautifully complemented by sparkl...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Burma A.G.L Certified Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Drop Earrings
Located in Bethesda, MD
A truly magnificent pair of oval ruby and diamond drop earrings, The earrings are a real show stopper with vivid red rubies and sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 4.43 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
- There are two center oval rubies, with the total weight of 4.43 carat - Every ruby has been tested and certified by GIA (Gemological Institute of America) as natural rubies from ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 4.10 Carats Natural Burmese Ruby Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A gorgeous pair of Rubies weighing a total of 4.10 Carats , natural, Burmese rubies. The diamonds are a further 1.04 Carats. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 2.19 Carat Burmese Ruby Diamond White Gold Earring Studs
Located in New York, NY
These stunning earrings feature beautifully set diamonds encircling oval shaped rubies, one weighing 1.00 carat and the other longer oval weighing 1.19 carats. The longer oval stone ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$148,000
H 2.37 in Dm 0.38 in L 0.24 in
GIA Certified 11.15 Carat Interchangeable Diamond and Ruby Dangling Earring Set
By Be Jolie
Located in New York, NY
Jewel details: Pair of interchangeable diamond earrings 42 diamonds round brilliant cut 0.43 Carat Total Diamond Weight E-G / VS 2 raw diamonds 8.68 Carat Total Diamond Weig...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold
GRS Certified 8.00 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new pair of ruby and diamond loop earrings from Rewa Jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2.34 Carats Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Earrings, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, these earrings feature a captivating design. At the center, vibrant red rubies are surrounded by 1.93 carats of round-cut white diamonds, creating a stunn...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$533Sale Price|39% Off
H 0.71 in W 0.32 in
Certified Natural Ruby Sterling silver Studs white gold-plated Earring Studs
Located in Delhi, DL
Royal Floral ruby 925 silver Earring consists of: Gross weight- 3.600grams Gemstone name- Ruby Gemstone type- Natural real Gemstone color- Deep red Gemstone Lab Certificate- Yes Me...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Exclusive Certified 8, 33 of Burma Rubies and Diamonds on Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite design, so chic and refined for this amazing earrings in 18k with two natural Burma rubies 4,43 ct and natural diamonds 3,90 ct . Handcrafted by artisan goldsmith. Excel...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Certified 5.00 Ct Rubies 3.00 Ct Natural Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Wearing red Burma Rubies and Diamonds earrings , can make a person feel confident , elegant and stylish. They can add sparkly and glamour to any outfit , and can be a way of express...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 3.04 Carat Ruby & Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Unveil the essence of passion and power with this spectacular jewelry featuring a Natural Ruby, a gemstone long revered as the "King of Precious Stones". This piece is not merely an ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Ruby Diamond Halo Stud Earring in 14K Yellow/White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
1 Carat Natural Oval Cut Ruby and Round Cut Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 14K Solid Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
5mm Ruby studs 14KT gold natural rubies certified
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Certified natural rubies 5mm size set in 14KT yellow gold, nice wine color in rubies slightly pinkish red. Certificate of authenticity comes with purchase! ABOUT US We are a family-...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$9,000
W 0.61 in L 0.54 in
GIA Certified 3.77ct Natural Heat Ruby Diamond Cluster Earrings 14kt Unheated
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Cluster Glamour GIA Certified: .95 & .96ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$30,929 / set
W 0.79 in L 1.58 in
GIA Certified Georgian Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Earrings 18th/19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
GIA Certified Georgian Ruby Cabochon (Untreated, Unheated) & Diamond Earrings 18th/19th Century Set with two purplish red cabochon pear shape Rubies (Natural Corundum), No indica...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
IGI Certified Paolo Costagli Brilliante 27 CT Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Westport, CT
A magnificent pair of IGI certified Paolo Costagli inspired Brillante style 18K yellow gold natural ruby convertible earrings.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AIG Certified 68.50 Ct Emeralds Rubies Tanzanites Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A multicolored pair of earrings, in sophisticated design, so fashionable and particular design, very adorable style. Earrings come in 18K with 2 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds , ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 68.50 Ct Emeralds Rubies Tanzanites Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A multicolored pair of earrings, in sophisticated design, so fashionable and particular design, very adorable style. Earrings come in 18K with 2 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds , ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 4.24 Carat Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This pair of 18K White Gold Earrings, certified by the International Gemological Institute (IGI), is a striking statement of natural color and bohemian elegance.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 5.80 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Dangling Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new pair of ruby and diamond dangling earrings from Rewa Jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 8.51 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Dangling Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new pair of ruby and diamond dangling earrings from Rewa Jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 7.37 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new pair of ruby and diamond chandelier earrings from Rewa Jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 9.27 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new pair of ruby and diamond chandelier earrings from Rewa Jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.3 Carat Oval Ruby & Round Diamond Halo 18K Stud Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These GIA-certified Burma heated oval ruby stud earrings feature two vivid red rubies totaling approximately 2.30 carats — each individually certified from Burma — set in yellow gold...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 2.46 Carat Burma Ruby & Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This pair of 18K White Gold Earrings, certified by the International Gemological Institute (IGI), represents a pinnacle of luxury and geological rarity.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 6.04 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These earrings feature two GIA Certified Pigeon Blood rubies, each weighing 3.02 carats (GIA-2447096905 and GIA-6452869461), for a total of 6.04 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Tourmaline Natural Diamond Halo Earrings in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
These drop earrings feature a striking combination of faceted rubies and carved pink tourmalines, each framed by a halo of natural diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
$2,118
W 0.49 in L 0.86 in
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Door Knocker Earrings JAGi Certified #22682
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Door Knocker Earrings JAGi Certified- Elegant and timeless, these 14K yellow gold earrings each feature one oval shaped natural ruby and 36 round br...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AIG Certified 5.20 Carats Burma Rubies 4.40 Carat Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Rubies and Diamonds earrings, in a glamour design, so elegant and chic style. This earrings are a true statement of elegance and luxury, perfect for those who appreciate...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$13,600Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified Pigeon Blood 2.09 Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond earring from Rewa. The two center rubies weigh 1.05 and 1.04 carats and are certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, no heat, and 'Vivid Re...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 12.71 Carat Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
An exceptional statement of luxury, these IGI Certified earrings feature a magnificent 12.71 total carat weight of natural rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,681
W 1.23 in L 1.59 in
Glamorous 5.03ct Rubies and Diamonds Earrings in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Glamorous 5.03ct Rubies and Diamonds Earrings in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified Add a touch of sophistication to your style with these exquisite earrings, crafted in radiant 18k whi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 10.00 Carat Burma Rubies 3.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
These exquisite earrings showcase the mesmerizing beauty of rubies and diamonds. Expertly designed, the rubies are delicately surrounded by dazzling diamonds, lending an elegant and ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 6.50 Ct Burma Rubies 2.20 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Rubies and Diamonds earrings, in contemporary design, so refined and elegant style. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite pair of earrings features...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 4.00 Carat Burma Rubies 3.40 Carat Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive Rubies and Diamonds earrings. These aren't just earrings - they 're a statement, a conversation, and a little slice of unforgettable style. Whether paired with a classi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 6.28 Carat Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18K White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant and sophisticated ruby and diamond drop earrings presented to you by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 31.00 Ct Burma Rubies 9.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
These exquisite earrings showcase the mesmerizing beauty of rubies and diamonds. The focal point of each earrings is a captivating oval ruby. These precious gemstones hold an undenia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Gubelin Certified 6.51 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This pair of earrings by Rewa features Burmese rubies with a total weight of 6.51 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AIG Certified 2.00 Carat Siamese Rubies 1.55 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Introducing an exquisite pair of earrings featuring striking Siamese Rubies and dazzling diamonds. This captivating piece, crafted to perfection. Immerse yourself in the luxurious be...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 4.50 Ct Burma Rubies 2.30 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Rubies and Diamonds earrings, in Art Deco design, so elegant and refined style. Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of charm and class on your look. Stunning...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 6.90 Ct Burma Rubies 3.60 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Rubies and Diamonds earrings, in particular flowers design, so unique and refined. Elevate your sophistication, and add a touch of glamour and of color on your outfit. S...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 12.00 Ct Siamese Rubies 2.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite Rubies and Diamonds pair of earrings, in original and particular design, so elegant and refined. These aren't just earrings, they're a statement, a conversation, and a l...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AIG Certified 31.00 Ct Burma Rubies 9.40 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
These exquisite earrings showcase the mesmerizing beauty of rubies and diamonds. The focal point of each earrings is a captivating oval ruby. These precious gemstones hold an undenia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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