Aquamarine Snake Ring Emeral Ruby Gold Plated Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Snake Cocktail Ring 14k Gold Plated Silver Designer: J Dauphin The Aquamarine Snake Cocktail Ring by J Dauphin is a definitive piece from the Eternal Renewal collection,...
Ruby, Emerald, Aquamarine, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k 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
Certified Natural Pave Diamond Ruby Sterling silver bridal wedding necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This beautiful ruby diamond necklace consists of: Diamond- Pave diamonds Diamond color- white with a tint of grey Diamond origin- Natural Diamond weight- 8.30ct Gemstone- Ruby Gems...
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Natural diamonds Pearl Ruby oxidized silver hinged bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
Diamond- 0.75cts Diamond type: Pave diamonds Diamond color: White Metal: Silver Metal Purity: Sterling Silver or 92.5% Pure silver Color of Metal- Oxidized silver Gemstone= Pearl an...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
2.55 Carat Clear Ruby Half Band in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Round Ruby Half Band 7 Oval Ruby - 2.55 Cts 18 Karat Rose Gold - 3.00 Grams Custom Services Resizing is available. Request Customization
Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold 4.48 Carat Ruby Eternity Cocktail Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Crafted with sophistication and opulence, the 18 Karat Gold 4.48 Carat Ruby Eternity Cocktail Ring unveils an unspoken narrative of grace and allure. A harmonious symphony of eleganc...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$10,664Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire & Ruby Cocktail Ring Studded in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
This is a designer floral pattern ring studded in 18k gold 1pc piece Sapphire 1.73 Carat with 16 pieces of Ruby weight 1.63 carat with Baguette shaped diamond weight 0.38 carat, thi...
Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.85 Carat Ruby Eternity Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Embrace a symbol of eternal love with our 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.85 Carat Ruby Eternity Ring—a meticulously crafted masterpiece that encapsulates the essence of timeless beauty. Each...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Contemporary 22kt Gold Ring with 0.91ct Old Cut Diamond & Rubies
Located in Jaipur, IN
Bold yet beautifully refined, this 22kt gold ring is a combination of both contemporary elegance and timeless craftsmanship. Sculpted in a smooth, rounded silhouette with a rich matt...
Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Star Ruby 6 Line Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Star Ruby 6 Line - 20.39 Carat 18KT White Gold
Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Carat Cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Unparalleled Brilliance Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Ruby Red. M...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
23.48 Carat Natural Oval Cabochon Star Ruby GIA Certified No Heat With Ring Mold
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
This item is offered on consignment on behalf of a client; all serious and reasonable offers are presented for consideration, and we work diligently to achieve a mutually agreeable o...
Ruby, Star Ruby
6.72ct Diamond and Ruby Cluster Ring in Silver, Contemporary Design
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The 6.72 Carat Diamond and Ruby Cluster Ring epitomizes luxury and refined craftsmanship, combining the timeless allure of diamonds with the vibrant beauty of rubies. This ring featu...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver
5 Carat Cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Refined Grandeur Ring
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 5 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Built for clients who judge a ring in motion, not only in perfect studio light. Colour family: Ruby Red. The si...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Round Brilliant Statement Ruby and Diamond Ring Brilliance Modern Classic
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A modern classic that balances presence with polish, engineered for long-term wear. Colour family: Ruby Red. It wears with authority wi...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
10.06 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
10.06 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Gold This magnificent round shape Ruby bracelet is incredulous. Round-shaped Ruby are beautifully With Diamonds making the bracelet ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Snow Flake Ruby & Diamond Pendant Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:1.538gms,,Dia:0.48cts RUBY:0.58cts,size-10MM
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
PANIM 18k White Gold Diamond Beads & Ruby Necklace
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM 18k White Gold Diamond Beads & Ruby Necklace Diamond Beads & Natural Red Rubies are used to embellish a delicate necklace ,everything fluidly flowing among one another, their ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$10,125Sale Price|25% Off
Ruby Diamond Earring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Rose Cut Ruby 13.17 carats Round Diamonds 1.69 carat 18K Rose Gold 21.04 grams
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red 14K White Gold Pure Sophistication
Located in Mumbai, IN
Round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. Created for those who prefer quiet power—brilliance without chaos. Colour family: Ruby Red. The setting prioritises stability and comfo...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby & Diamond Oval Drop Earrings In 14K Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Command attention with these striking Ruby and Diamond Statement Earrings. Blending bold modern geometry with vintage-inspired craftsmanship, these oversized drops feature a large, s...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
10 Carat Cushion Brilliant Statement Ruby Red Collector’s Grade Grandeur
Located in Mumbai, IN
Approximately 10 carats, round brilliant, statement ring, diamond ring. A collector-facing piece where proportion and light return are treated as non-negotiable. Colour family: Ruby ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,360Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby & Diamond Bracelet Studded in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant ruby bracelet features 6 pieces of rose cut rubies 2.54 carat Diamond 0.85 carat, this bracelet entirely made in 18 karat yellow gold weight 5.09 grams, this is a ...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace, 18K Gold, Diamonds & Rubies, 2026
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Details: Designer: Bhavya Gems & Jewels Edition: Limited Production Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstones: Rubies, Diamonds & Diamond Polkis Techniques: CAD design, lost-wax casting, hand...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Horseshoe Charm Bracelet — Ruby & White Diamond — Victorian Talisman Jewelry
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Horseshoe Charm Bracelet — Ruby — White Diamond — Heavy Chain Cuff — 14k Gold Plated — Victorian Talisman Jewelry Designer: J Dauphin Material: 14k Gold Plated Brass Gemsto...
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Diamond Marquis Snake Ring Emerald Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J DAUPHIN “Eternal Renewal” White Sapphire Snake Ring – Victorian Ouroboros Design with Emerald and Ruby Eyes A symbolic and timeless creation by J DAUPHIN, the “Eternal Renewal” ri...
Emerald, Ruby, Diamond, Gold Plate
$2,325Sale Price|25% Off
4.81 Carat Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
4.81 carats of Red Pear Ruby 10 pcs 0.07 carats of white diamonds 2 pcs Set in a custom made 18k Rose gold mounting 3.19 Gm
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Snake Cuff Bracelet Opal Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Opal Ruby Snake Cuff Bracelet 14k Gold Plated Victorian Bangle Designer: J Dauphin The Opal and Ruby Serpent Cuff is a slender, coiled bangle handcrafted in 14k gold-plated ...
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass
14K White Gold Oval Ruby And Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This timeless piece features a vibrant oval-cut ruby as its centerpiece, framed by a shimmering halo of round-cut diamonds. Crafted in polished 14K white gold (hallmarked "585"), the...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$546Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Oval Ruby And Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This timeless piece features a vibrant oval-cut ruby as its centerpiece, framed by a shimmering halo of round-cut diamonds. Crafted in polished 14K yellow gold (hallmarked "585"), th...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,480Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby 1.08 Carat & Diamond Ring in 18 kt Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 18K Yellow Gold Ruby 1.08 , Diamond 0.34 Ring. This incredible ring is crafted in 18kt yellow gold. The center holds a beautiful Ruby with an incredible play of color patte...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Aquamarine Snake Ring Emerald Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Double Snake Head Aquamarine Emerald & Ruby Gold Ring Designer: J Dauphin Materials: 14k Gold-Plated Brass Stone: Aquamarine (Marquise-cut), Emerald (2), Ruby (2) Category...
Aquamarine, Ruby, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold Plate
18 Karat Gold 1.36 Carat Ruby & Diamond Mini Hoop Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Discover the epitome of refined elegance with our 18 Karat Gold 1.36 Carat Ruby & Diamond Mini Hoop Earrings, a testament to exquisite craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Each pair is...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sterling Silver Ruby Cabochon Cricket Ball Bat Enamel Cufflinks
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Eye catching ruby cabochon cricket ball and bat enamel cufflinks made in sterling silver. These cufflinks are a tribute to the Cricket Lovers all around the globe. Capturing the sp...
Ruby, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$2,099Sale Price|30% Off
3.41 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby Ring in 18k Solid Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent ruby High brilliance, Round faceted, natural 0.99 carats ruby mounted in high profile. Handcrafted masterpiece design set in high polished 18 karats Yellow gold. Statemen...
Ruby, Gold
18 Karat White Gold 0.4 Carat Ruby Infinity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Discover an enduring symbol of elegance with our 18 Karat White Gold 0.4 Carat Ruby Infinity Band Ring—a harmonious blend of meticulous craftsmanship and timeless allure. Immerse you...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.4 Carat Ruby Infinity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Discover an enduring symbol of elegance with our 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.4 Carat Ruby Infinity Band Ring—a harmonious blend of meticulous craftsmanship and timeless allure. Immerse yo...
Ruby, 18k Gold
White Sapphire Double Snake Ring Emerald Ruby Gold Plated
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Sapphire Snake Ring Gold Plated Emerald and Ruby Eyes Designer: J Dauphin — "Eternal Renewal" Collection The “Eternal Renewal” Serpent Ring is a symbolic sculptural piece by J...
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Gold Plate
Lucea New York Ruby, Moonstone and Emerald Earrings
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Life in color Collection Color combination of Ruby, Moonstone and Emerald with diamonds all set in Sterling Silver. Ruby: 5.00ct total weight. Moonstone: 4.92ct total weight. Emera...
Emerald, Moonstone, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Heart Earrings White Diamond Ruby 14k Gold J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Heart Earrings with Ruby Blood Drop 14k Gold J Dauphin Designer: J Dauphin The "Higher State of Fear" Heart Earrings by J Dauphin are handcrafted solid 14k gold hoops ...
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
Floral Color Ruby, Emerald , Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, originating from the early 20th century, is a beautiful amalgamation of precious gemstones, featuring a total diamond weight of 1.08 carats and an additional 0.85 carats o...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold 0.4 Carat Ruby Infinity Band Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Discover an enduring symbol of elegance with our 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.4 Carat Ruby Infinity Band Ring—a harmonious blend of meticulous craftsmanship and timeless allure. Immerse your...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Lucea New York Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Lucea New York
Located in New York, NY
Life in color collection Bright Passion Cabochon Ruby and diamonds cocktail ring set in sterling silver and yellow gold. Ruby : 5.76ct total weight. Diamond : 0.79ct total weight. ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ruby Snake Ring Gold Plated Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k Gold Plated Snake Ring Sculptural Ruby Diamond Emerald Serpent Statement Jewelry Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted as a definitive statement piece, this structural coiled ring is c...
Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.01 Carat Ruby Flower Stud Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Elevate your elegance with our exquisite 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.01 Carat Ruby Flower Stud Earrings—an epitome of timeless sophistication. Each piece is meticulously crafted, embodyin...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Chain Cuff Bracelet Ruby Cross Gold Plated Brass J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Cross Chain Cuff Bracelet 14k Gold Plated Statement Jewelry Designer: J Dauphin The Ruby Cross Chain Cuff is a symbolic sculptural piece by J Dauphin, drawing inspiration from...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
18 Karat White Gold 0.19 Carat Ruby Cocktail Stud Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Step into an aura of refined charm with our 18 Karat White Gold 0.19 Carat Ruby Cocktail Stud Earrings – a perfect blend of classic design and subtle luxury. These earrings are a tes...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold 0.19 Carat Ruby Cocktail Stud Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Step into an aura of refined charm with our 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.19 Carat Ruby Cocktail Stud Earrings – a perfect blend of classic design and subtle luxury. These earrings are a test...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.19 Carat Ruby Cocktail Stud Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Step into an aura of refined charm with our 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.19 Carat Ruby Cocktail Stud Earrings – a perfect blend of classic design and subtle luxury. These earrings are a te...
Ruby, 18k Gold
4.11 carats of Sapphire and Ruby Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our striking Fusion Gemstone Earrings, a harmonious blend of vibrant hues and timeless elegance. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these bold statement studs f...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s 14K Gold Ruby and Sapphire Openwork Mandala Brooch-Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
A striking vintage 14K gold pendant-brooch masterfully crafted in an intricate openwork filigree design and set with a vibrant array of sapphires and rubies. The medallion-style piec...
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$10,300
W 0.6 in D 0.4 in L 1.38 in
Hand - carved Tourmalines, Emeralds, Blue Sapphires, Rubies & Diamonds Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Rubellite, Blue Sapphires, Emeralds & Rubies Chandelier Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Tourmalines ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold 1.01 Carat Ruby Flower Stud Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Elevate your elegance with our exquisite 18 Karat Rose Gold 1.01 Carat Ruby Flower Stud Earrings—an epitome of timeless sophistication. Each piece is meticulously crafted, embodying ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold 1.01 Carat Ruby Flower Stud Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Elevate your elegance with our exquisite 18 Karat White Gold 1.01 Carat Ruby Flower Stud Earrings—an epitome of timeless sophistication. Each piece is meticulously crafted, embodying...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Handcrafted 18KT Gold Green Onyx Flower Ring with Ruby Center
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate the vibrant beauty of nature with this exquisite, handcrafted floral ring. This piece features a meticulously carved Green Onyx flower, showcasing five lush petals that rad...
Onyx, Ruby, Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold 0.96 Carat Ruby Solitaire Stud Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Indulge in the allure of understated luxury with our 18 Karat Rose Gold 0.96 Carat Ruby Solitaire Stud Earrings—a testament to the artistry and refinement that defines our collection...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold 0.96 Carat Ruby Solitaire Stud Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Indulge in the allure of understated luxury with our 18 Karat White Gold 0.96 Carat Ruby Solitaire Stud Earrings—a testament to the artistry and refinement that defines our collectio...
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.