$3,200Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18k Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a blue and pink...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
14K Gold Ruby Dome Ring 1.80 Ct Natural Ruby Dome Ring Emerald Ruby SapphireRing
Located in Jaipur, IN
**Ruby Emerald Sapphire Dome Ring, 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring, Natural Gemstone Cocktail Ring** A bold celebration of color and craftsmanship, this handcrafted 14K yellow gold d...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, 2.25ct Rubies, New
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This captivating floral-inspired ring is crafted in 18-carat yellow gold, featuring a dazzli...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Delicate Floral Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14k Gold, 2.00cts Ruby
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. These are rings made of ruby, diamond, and 14-carat gold. Designed in a delicate floral moti...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Mozambique Ruby 1.60 cts Purplish Red 100% Natural IGI Certified Red Ruby Cut
Located in Chicago, IL
Mozambique Ruby 1.60 cts Purplish Red 100%Natural IGI Certified Red Ruby Cut Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Gemstone Type: Ruby Gemstone Shape: Pear Gemst...
Ruby
$30,400Sale Price|20% Off
108 Ct Pinkish Red Ruby Emerald Cut Necklace 925 Silver Ruby Tennis Necklace
Located in Jaipur, IN
**Ruby Tennis Necklace, Natural Ruby Necklace, Sterling Silver Ruby Necklace, Half Bezel Set Tennis Necklace** A breathtaking expression of color and elegance, this 925 sterling sil...
Ruby, Sterling Silver
$7,300
Ruby Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Regal and ornate, this exquisite pendant centers around a vivid oval-shaped ruby (1.51cts.), radiating rich crimson elegance. Surrounded by a halo of brilliant-cut diamonds, the desi...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Earring Certified 1.00ctw Burma Ruby 925 Sterling Silver Earring
Located in Delhi, DL
------------------------------------------------- *DETAILS- ( 399 ) ------------------------------------------------- - Silver Purity: 925 Sterling Silver ---------------------------...
Ruby, Sterling Silver
18K Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, 0.70ct Ruby, 0.75ct Diamond, New
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Ring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby and a di...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$312Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby diamond Earring Certified Natural Ruby 925 Sterling Silver Earring
Located in Delhi, DL
------------------------------------------------- *DETAILS- ------------------------------------------------- - Silver Purity: 925 Sterling Silver -Silver color- Oxidized silver ---...
Ruby, Diamond, Sterling Silver
Ruby Cabochons, carved Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire & Diamonds Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald, Ruby & Blue Sapphires Stud Earrings set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ruby Cabochons is 3.19 carats. The Rub...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
14k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, 5-6ct Ruby, 0.65ct Diamonds
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 14-carat white gold and features a RUBY ge...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Natural Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18K Gold, 2.71ct Ruby
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Bracelet is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gems...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$14,000Sale Price|20% Off
27.20 Ct Ruby Tennis Bracelet Three Line Ruby Tennis Bracelet 14K Gold Bracelet
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Three-Row Tennis Bracelet – 27.20 Carat Round Ruby Statement Bracelet, 7.5 Inches A remarkable expression of luxury and exceptional craftsmanship, this ...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Elegant 18K Gold Necklace with 31.28ct Ruby
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay the tax and shipping expenses. This necklace features a graceful design crafted in 18-carat gold, adorned with a RUBY. ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$6,240Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Oval Ruby Tennis Bracelet 10.50 Carats Natural Rubies Bracelet
Located in Jaipur, IN
A celebration of timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship, this exquisite ruby tennis bracelet is a true statement of enduring luxury. Set in radiant 14K yellow gold, a continuous...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
22K Gold Navratna Reversible Pendant Necklace with Gemstones, India
Located in Nantucket, MA
The following is a translation: 1. Ruby for Surya (Sun), 2. Pearl for Chandra (Moon), 3.
Blue Sapphire, Hessonite, Cat’s Eye, Yellow Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Emera...
Natural Ruby Earring in 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS Gold Purity: 18K Solid Gold RUBY: 22.02 CTS GOLD WEIGHT: 8.12 GRAMS We encourage you to examine all the images provided for this item. To accurately represent th...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
2.55 Carat Ruby Cocktail Ring Natural Mozambique Ruby 14K Gold Cocktail Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
A bold expression of movement and modern luxury, this 14K yellow gold Mozambique ruby ring is designed with an elegant flowing wave pattern that captures light, color, and attention ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.90 Carat Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring 14K Gold Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby & Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring – 4.90 Carat Ruby Floral Statement Ring Celebrate timeless elegance with this magnificent 14K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,500
22.5 carats Ruby bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Elegance and opulence come together in this stunning bracelet adorned with 45 oval-shaped rubies, each possessing a rich and fiery allure. With a total weight of 22.47 carats, these ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,960Sale Price|20% Off
10.50 Carat Ruby Minimalist Tennis Bracelet 14K Gold Red Ruby Bracelet For Women
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Tennis Bracelet – 10.50 Carat, 7.5 Inches Elevate your collection with this refined 14K yellow gold ruby tennis bracelet, showcasing approximately 7.60 ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.96 carats Ruby Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the "Eternal Radiance" Bracelet – a true embodiment of sophistication and opulence. The bracelet features a breathtaking arrangement of 64 round rubies, each boasting an ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings, 5.71ct Ruby
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made Earring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a ruby gemst...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Ruby Bangle Classic Stylish Pink Ruby Bangle Women Size 2.4
Located in Jaipur, IN
PLEASE USE THE REFRENCE IMAGE FOR THE BANGLE SIZE STANDADRD SIZE IS 2.4 IF YOU NEED SOMETHING ELSE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US This elegant channel-set bangle exemplifies sophisticated...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby 4.75cts Bracelet in 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS Gold Purity: 14K Solid Gold RUBY: 4.75CTS 18K GOLD NET WEIGHT: 6.38 GRAMS CODE: K FOLLOW Monalisa Jewelry Inc.'s storefront to view the latest collection. We...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Aadiraj Sethi 18K White Gold Ruby Floral Cocktail Ring, 12.42cts Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Delicate yet striking, this floral ring blossoms with the rich allure of ruby rose-cut slices (12.42cts. total weight), each petal radiating a soft, romantic glow. The vivid rubies a...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond Baguette Spiral Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, crafted with intricate detailing in a stunning spiral design, is a remarkable example of fine artistry. The baguette diamonds (2.09cts.) set around enhance its elegance ev...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Chevron Ruby Band Ring 0.50 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
Modern elegance meets minimalist design in this 14K Yellow Gold Chevron Ruby Band Ring, featuring a striking geometric silhouette accented with vivid natural Mozambique rubies. Exper...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby & Pave Diamond Bavna Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Ruby and pave diamond drop pierced earrings by Bavna. 0.75" width, 1.6" length.
Diamond, Ruby
Natural Ruby & Diamond Ring 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS RUBY: 1.45CTS DIAMOND: 1.4CTS G. WT: 10.08 GRAMS N. WT: 9.51 GRAMS 18K GOLD We encourage you to examine all the images provided for this item. To accurately represe...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural Ruby 6.22cts Bracelet in 14K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This exquisite bracelet is a stunning blend of luxury and elegance. Crafted in 14k yellow go...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Certified Natural Unheated Burmese Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Certified Natural Unheated Burmese Ruby Necklace A five-strand ruby bead necklace with an Indian made enameled clasp adorned with rose cut diamonds. Accompanied by a GIA certificat...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ruby Stud Earrings Natural 1.20 Carat Ruby Flower Earstuds Women
Located in Jaipur, IN
A timeless symbol of passion and elegance, these 14K yellow gold ruby stud earrings capture the essence of refined luxury in a beautifully balanced design. Radiating warmth and brill...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
1.60 Carat Ruby Ring 14K Yellow Gold Matte Finish Natural Ruby Solitaire Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
A refined statement of modern elegance, this 14K yellow gold ring features a captivating 1.60 carat natural ruby, prized for its rich, vibrant red hue and striking presence. The oval...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$880Sale Price|20% Off
14K Gold Ruby Ring with Emerald Accents Minimalist Ruby Emerald Ring Unisex
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Emerald Ring – Channel Set Square Ruby with Natural Emerald Accents Clean, modern, and effortlessly refined, this handcrafted ring showcases the timeless co...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
Handcrafted 14K Gold Ruby Band with Emerald Accents, 1.70 Ct Ruby Channel Set
Located in Jaipur, IN
**Ruby Band Ring, Emerald and Ruby Ring, 14K Yellow Gold Gemstone Band, Natural Ruby Channel Set Ring** Bold color and timeless craftsmanship come together in this handcrafted 14K y...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$880Sale Price|20% Off
14K Gold Emerald Ring with Ruby Accents Minimalist Ruby Emerald Ring Unisex
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Ruby Ring – Channel Set Square Emerald with Natural Ruby Accents Clean, modern, and effortlessly refined, this handcrafted ring showcases the timeless co...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby 2.69cts Ring in 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS Gold Purity: 14K Solid Gold RUBY: 2.69 CTS 14K GOLD GROSS WEIGHT: 2.62 GRAMS NET WEIGHT: 2.07 GRAMS code: k FOLLOW Monalisa Jewelry Inc.'s storefront to view th...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Ruby Cluster Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Ruby Retro Cluster Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Cluster Multi Color Fancy Gems from Sri Lanka Ruby - 7 Carat This Ring is from the "Orient" trave...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,112Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Ruby Cluster Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Ruby Retro Cluster Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn With or Without Pearl Cluster Multi Color Fancy Gems from Sri Lanka Ruby - 7...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
0.90 Ct Ruby Diamond Delicate Band 14K Gold HI VS Diamond Ruby Ring For Her
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Mozambique Ruby & Diamond Ring Elegant, timeless, and effortlessly wearable, this 14K Yellow Gold Three Stone Ruby Ring showcases the rich crimson be...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$5,867 / set
Moi Mila Ruby Stackable-Ring
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 11.60g Emerald (Princess-cut) : 4.10ct Yellow Sapphire (Brilliant-cut) : 2.50ct Color being the heart of the design here, these beautifully handcrafted rings are worked ...
Ruby, 14k Gold
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ruby Cocktail Ring 2.50 Carat Natural Ruby Handmade Ring Mens
Located in Jaipur, IN
This striking cocktail ring from Jewellery From Jaipur features a dynamic, undulating wave design that captures the light from every angle. Expertly crafted in solid 14K yellow gold,...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,760Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Ruby & Diamond Bracelet in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This exquisite bracelet is a stunning blend of luxury and elegance. Crafted in 18k yellow go...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural Diamond & Ruby Bracelet in 18K Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This exquisite bracelet is a stunning blend of luxury and elegance. Crafted in 18k yellow go...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Ruby 5.44ct & Diamond 0.88ct Bracelet
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This bracelet features a graceful design crafted in 18-carat gold, adorned with sparkling RU...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18K Gold Diamond 0.59ct Ruby Stud Earrings, New
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay the tax and shipping expenses. This stunning designer-made Earring is crafted from 18-carat gold and features a diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Ruby 3.71ct & Diamond 0.39ct Bracelet
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This bracelet features a graceful design crafted in 18-carat gold, adorned with sparkling RU...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Ruby 9.75ct & Diamond 0.43ct Bracelet
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This bracelet features a graceful design crafted in 18-carat gold, adorned with sparkling RU...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,360Sale Price|20% Off
14K Gold Ruby Emerald Anniversary Band 0.70 Ct Natural Ruby Channel Set Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
**Ruby and Emerald Band Ring, 14K Yellow Gold Gemstone Ring, Unique Designer Band, Natural Ruby and Emerald Jewelry** Distinctive, elegant, and thoughtfully crafted, this 14K yellow...
Ruby, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
A Rare Mughal Style Gem-Set Jade Hand Mirror and Comb India, Late 19th Century
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Rare Mughal Style Gem-Set Jade Hand Mirror and Comb India, Late 19th Century An exquisite and highly refined Mughal style toilet ensemble, comprising a hand mirror and matching co...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 24k Gold
$4,560Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Bangle Bracelet H VS Diamond Bangle Ruby Bangle
Located in Jaipur, IN
A refined expression of modern elegance, this exquisite bangle is meticulously handcrafted in luminous 14K yellow gold, designed to wrap the wrist in understated sophistication. The ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,530 / item
Ruby & Diamond Studs in 14kt Gold
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
Ruby & Diamond Studs in 14kt Gold Total wt- 11.400gm, Gold 14KT- 9.036gm, Natural Diamonds Round-112/0.96cts, Ruby-142/10.86cts
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$8,500 / item
Ruby & Diamond Huggies in 14kt Gold
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
Ruby & Diamond Huggies in 14kt Gold Total wt- 13.160gm, Gold 14KT- 9.544gm, Natural Diamonds Round-32/1.17cts, Ruby-124/16.91cts
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Lucea New York Ruby & Leather Bracelet
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Combination of Icy Ruby and Leather is stylish way to add playfulness and color pops to your every day wardrobe, as well as being chic and elegant. It is handmade with Silver plated ...
Ruby, Silver Plate
Antique Indian Ruby, Pearl & Diamond Necklace — 18 Natural Burma Rubies No Heat
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Indian Ruby, Pearl & Diamond Necklace — 18 Natural Burma Rubies No Heat, Christie's Important Jewels King Street London 2017, Lot 116 OLD BURMA (MYANMAR) UNTREATED, UNHEA...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold
3.53 carats of Ruby earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Flower-Inspired Drop Earrings, a stunning tribute to nature's beauty. Inspired by the delicate petals of a blooming flower, these earrings boast a captivat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,850 / item
Ruby & Diamond Huggies in 14kt Gold
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
Total wt- 14.200gm, Gold 14KT- 11.456gm, Natural Diamonds Round-112/2.38cts, Ruby-94/10.89cts
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Necklace with 40.08ct Ruby, New Design
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay the tax and shipping expenses. This necklace features a graceful design crafted in 18-carat gold, adorned with a RUBY. ...
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.
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