Sybarite Bird Earrings in White Gold with White Diamonds, Rubies & Sapphires
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
This recreation of the bird in jewellery form brings to mind ideas of positivity, enthusiasm and vigour.
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Ruby and Diamond Halo Eternity Band in 18K White Gold, 5.01 Carats
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Details Creator: ADA Jewelry Metal: 18K White Gold Stone: Natural Rubies & Natural Diamonds Stone Shapes: Oval (center), Round Brilliant (halo) Total Carat Weight: 5.01 Carats C...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGL Certified 2.70 Carat Burma Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
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. The 2 centre pieces are of natural untreated cushion cut Burmese rubies weighing appro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.07 Karat Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
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. The 2 centre pieces are natural Burmese rubies weighing approximately total of 3.07 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 87.00 Carat Burma Ruby Necklace & Bracelet Set
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Emilio Jewelry is proud to be rated a 5 star dealer. Our goal is deliver the best quality jewelry, at fair prices.
Ruby
GRS Certified 0.87 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 0.87 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.29 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Fine timeless ruby and diamond bracelet made in 18 Karat gold by Rewa jewels. This unique bracelet embraces minimalism with its simple design while still displaying elegance; a grea...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 95.00 Carat Burma Ruby Necklace And Bracelet Set
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Emilio Jewelry is proud to be rated a 5 star dealer. Our goal is deliver the best quality jewelry, at fair prices.
Ruby
10.11 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Radiant and exquisite ruby and diamond earrings hand curated by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. The exclusive rubies are originally from Burma. They are untreated and no heat. T...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 8.80 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Main Stone: 7.60 carats Red OVAL" Matching: white diamonds totaling abo...
Ruby, Platinum
10.75 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These luxurious ruby and diamond earrings are handcrafted by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. The main highlights are the 4 pieces untreated Burmese rubies weighing approximately...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Rose Gold .10ct Ruby Baguette Stud Earrings for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
These are Unique and Beautful Baguette Ruby Bar Earrings crafted of 14K Rose Gold featuring approximately 0.08cts of Baguette Rubies. 14K Gold 0.15cts Baguette Rubies Gift Box...
Ruby, Rose Gold
GRS Certified 2.16 Carat Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood And Diamond Earrings In 18K WG
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. The 2 centre pieces are of natural untreated cushion cut Burmese rubies weighing approx...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Aenea 64.6ct. Enhanced Ruby Black Diamonds White Gold Sterling Silver Earrings
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
One of our more "fashionista" Earrings, the MEDUSA Collection Earrings. Great for everyday use, for an amazing evening out and about or at home! Featured in Vogue Portugal: March Ar...
Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
22.25 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Bracelet In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond bracelet showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It is studded with 42 vibrant oval shaped Burmese rubies weighing 22.25...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Contemporary Earrings with Red Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary earrings with red rubies (11x9 mm each, rectangular cut) belong to Tea collection, which was featured in Vogue UA published issue. These earrings are made of 18 Ka...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Sybarite Sceptre Earrings in Blackened Gold with Black Diamonds, Rubies & Pearl
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Sybarite Jewellery is a brand and ethos inspired by that single, creased rose petal.
Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Mi...
Emilio Jewelry Certified No Heat 6.00 Carat Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry New York, This exceptional No Heat ruby is a stunning embodiment of nature's untouched beauty, featuring an alluring deep Vivid Red color that captivates the eye.
Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Ruby Halo Stud Earrings
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Earrings with Halo diamond jackets in Platinum Centers: 1.20ct Round Ruby GIA#5191369644 1.16ct Round Ruby GIA#2191369668 Removable jackets , can be worn as studs Total carat...
Ruby, Platinum
4.67 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has 4 pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 4.67 carat approximate...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sybarite Smiley Ring In Love in White Gold With White Diamonds & Rubies
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Sybarite Jewellery is a London-based luxury brand crafting outstanding pieces, incomparable both in design and in execution.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sybarite Sceptre Drop Cross Earrings in Blackened Gold with Rubies
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Sybarite Jewellery is a brand and ethos inspired by that single, creased rose petal.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k ...
3.27 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add a touch of classic elegance to your jewels collection with these stunning ruby and diamond earrings made by Rewa jewels crafted in 18 karat white gold. The centre stones are two...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
12.35 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has 12 pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 12.35 carat approximat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Gold Cufflink and Stud Set Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Comprising Finely detailed pair of Cuff links and three matching shirt Studs. Hand set with faceted Natural Ruby Gemstones and Diamonds. Hand-crafted crafted in 14...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Ruby Diamond Gold Leaf Heirloom Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking 1950s Retro signed Ruby and Diamond Stylized Furled Leaf Runway Brooch with cinched center set with twenty-one round faceted Rubies and eight single-cut Diamonds; handmade 1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 4.06 Carat Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood And Diamond Earrings In 18K WG
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has 2 centre pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies Pigeon blood in colour we...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sybarite Sceptre Earrings in White Gold with White Diamonds, Rubies & Pearls
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Sybarite Jewellery is a London-based luxury brand crafting outstanding pieces, incomparable both in design and in execution.
Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.23 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
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. The centre piece is of natural untreated Burmese rubies weighing approximately 2.07 c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Rose Gold Crab Diamond Pendant Necklace with Rubies and Abalone Shell
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Crab Diamond Pendant Necklace with Rubies Length: 16.5"/18" 7 Abalone Shells - 0.51 CT 18 Colored Diamonds - 0.17 CT 2 Rubies - 0.03 CT 18K Rose Gold - 5.56 GM Crab i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
5.26 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has 2 centre pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 2.12 carat appro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Earrings with Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These elegant earrings with rubies are part of the Tea collection, which was featured in Vogue UA.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
16.96 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant and sophisticated ruby and diamond chandelier earrings presented to you by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. This piece is decorated with 46 pieces of Burma rubies weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 7.88 Carat Burmes Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has 2 centre pieces of oval shaped Burma No Heat Rubies Mogok origin, Purpl...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sybarite Sceptre Drop Earrings in White Gold with White Diamonds, Rubies & Pearl
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Sybarite Jewellery is a London-based luxury brand crafting outstanding pieces, incomparable both in design and in execution.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
13.44 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has 14 pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 13.44 carat approximat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold Ruby Diamond Tulip Dangle Earrings Elegant Estate Jewelry
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Details: Metal: 14K White Gold Stones: 4 Natural Oval Rubies (5 × 4 mm) + 16 Brilliant Round Diamonds (8 per Earring) Dimensions: 7/8" Long × 3/8" Wide Weight: 6.7 Grams (Pair) Desig...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 2.50 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From The Vault At Emilio Jewelry New York, Main stone: The nicest ruby you will ever see!
Ruby, Platinum
3.59 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A classic elegance for your jewels collection with these stunning ruby and diamond earrings made by Rewa jewels crafted in 18 karat white gold. There are 14 Burmese rubies without a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.62 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A classic elegance for your jewels collection with these stunning ruby and diamond earrings made by Rewa jewels crafted in 18 karat white gold. There are 4 pieces of Burmese rubies ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
20.87 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18 karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add a touch of classic elegance to your jewels collection with these stunning ruby and diamond earrings made by Rewa jewels crafted in 18 karat white gold. These are Burmese rubies ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
12.66ct Ruby & Diamond Ring – Dual Certified AGL & GIA, Fine Jewelry
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Centering a 12.66 carat natural no-heat ruby of East African origin, this elegant cocktail ring features an oval double cabochon displaying rich red saturation and a luminous glow. C...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14.04 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These luxurious ruby and diamond earrings are handcrafted by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. The main highlights are the 14 pieces untreated Burmese rubies weighing approximatel...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 4.00 Carat Untreated Ruby Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular Ruby is near Flawless on a Ruby grading scale, with a true Pigeons Blood color.
Ruby
3.00 Carats Octagon Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond Earrings with Rubies in 18K W/G
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Surrounding these stunning center stones are 24.92 carats of vibrant rubies, 0.86 carats of marquise-cut diamonds, 1.27 carats of round-cut diamonds, and 0.73 carats of additional di...
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 7.89 Carat Untreated Burma Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, GRS certified as vivid red pigeons blood. No Heat and untreated. Burma M...
Ruby
7.75 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These luxurious ruby and diamond earrings are handcrafted by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. The main highlights are the 20 pieces untreated Burmese rubies weighing approximatel...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
7.63 Carat No Heat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant and sophisticated ruby and diamond chandelier earrings presented to you by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. This piece is decorated with 2 pieces of Burma rubies weighi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 6.00 Carat Untreated Pigeons Blood Ruby Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Emilio Jewelry Museum Vault, Showcasing a stunning pair of Grs certified 6.00 carat natural vivid red-pigeons blood clean rubies set in the center.
Ruby
Ruby Birthstone Sterling Silver Elephant Pendant Gifts, 925 Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS: Metal - 925 Silver Gemstone name - Ruby Gemstone shape - Round, Pear, Oval Gemstone pcs - 10 Gemstone weight - 3.6 cts Gross Weight - 3.61 grams Length - 12 mm Wid...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Emilio Jewelry Certified 7.00 Carat Vivid Red Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the Museum vault at Emilio Jewelry, Located On New York’s Iconic Fifth Avenue: Showcasing a magnificent pigeons blood Mozambique ruby set in The center.
Ruby, Platinum
15.64 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat And Diamond Bracelet In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond bracelet showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has 15 pieces of a Burmese Rubies, square shaped weighing 15.64 car...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Grs Certified Pigeon Blood Vivid Red Untreated Ruby Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Please refer to the international jewelry brand CHAUMET, a 2.67-carat Mozambique ruby ring, priced at NT$11 million.
Ruby
GIA Certified 6.51 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold. This pair of earrings embraces minimalism with its simple design while still displaying elegance; a great fit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.88 Carat Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood And Diamond Earrings In 18k WG
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has 2 centre pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 2.04 carat appro...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
10.40 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant and sophisticated ruby and diamond chandelier earrings presented to you by Rewa jewels in 18 karat white gold. This piece is decorated with 10 pieces of Burma rubies weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.64 Carat Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood And Diamond Ring In 18K W. Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond ring showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has a centre piece of Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 2.64 carat approximat...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.95 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a timeless treasure from Rewa: a captivating ruby and diamond ring designed for effortless everyday elegance. Crafted with a minimalist and modern aesthetic, this piece s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.28 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat And Diamond Earrings In 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. It has 24 pieces of square shapped Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 2.28 c...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.88 Carats Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Earrings in 18K W/G
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These exceptional earrings feature GIA-certified Burma Pigeon Blood rubies, totaling 1.88 carats (Certificate number GIA5503162431). The vivid red hues of the no-heat oval-cut rubies...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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.