Victorian 2.50 Carat Ruby 4.70 Carat Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.50 carat ruby and 4.70 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and silver set necklace; part of our diverse ruby jewelry and estate je...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Ruby and 14k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.01 carat ruby and 14 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewellery collections.
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.02ct Ruby and 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch, Circa 1980, Italy
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An fine and impressive vintage 0.02 carat ruby and 18 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Snake Ring Silver Marquise Ruby Eyes J DAUPHIN
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Solid 925 sterling silver Gemstone: Marquise-cut emerald Accent gemstones: Natural ruby eyes Color: Silver, green, red Design: Sculptural coiled serpent ring with marquise...
Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
1.29 Carat Cabochon Cut Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1980s 1.29 carat ruby and 0.42 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold trilogy ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Oval Ruby and Diamond Halo Fashion Ring, 0.71 Carat Ruby
Located in Covington, LA
The contrast between the white diamonds and vivid red ruby helps emphasize the center stone while creating the classic color combination associated with fine ruby jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
2 Ct Blue Sapphire Ruby Band 0.46 Ct Mozambique Ruby Band 14K Gold Sapphire Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
The combination of natural blue sapphire and Mozambique ruby makes this a compelling choice for collectors of colorful fine jewelry and distinctive gemstone rings.
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
1910s Antique Pearl Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive pearl and 0.55 carat ruby, 0.30 carat diamond and 12 karat yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Gold 1.51ctw GIA No Heat Cushion Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Flower Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This ring comes with the original GIA certification for the ruby. It is very wearable and is the perfect piece for your everyday dose of hot red ruby jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
ADA Jewelry Natural Oval Red Ruby Station Bangle, 1.80 Carat, 14K Yellow Gold
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This elegant natural diamond and red ruby flexible station bangle by ADA Jewelry is handcrafted in New York using exclusively natural diamonds and natural red rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco No-Heat Cabochon Ruby Diamond Platinum Double Clip Brooches, Pair
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The reverse reveals the beautifully engineered clip mechanisms typical of fine period jewelry. The rubies are natural and show no indications of heat treatment, an especially desirab...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 1.00 Carat Ruby and Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique 1.00 carat ruby and 0.70 carat diamond, platinum and 18 karat white gold earrings; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewe...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage French Ruby and Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage French 0.15 carat ruby and 0.03 carat emerald, 18 karat yellow gold bird brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewellery and estate jewelry ...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 0.25ct Diamond & 0.13ct Ruby 18K White Gold Ring, 2003
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine contemporary princess cut 0.25 carat diamond and 0.13 carat natural ruby, 18 karat white gold ladies ring; part of our ruby jewellery collections.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 0.68 carat ruby and 0.24 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s 2.68 Carat Cabochon Cut Star Ruby Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of ruby jewelry/estate jewelry. Item Ref. SKU: A8110
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14K Sapphire Ruby Bridal Band 3.36 Ct Blue Sapphire Channel Set Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Details - Metal: 14K Yellow Gold - Primary Gemstone: Natural Blue Sapphire - Sapphire Weight: Approximately 3.36 Carats - Sapphire Cut: Square Cut - Sapphire Setting: Channel Setting...
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
0.51 Carat Ruby and 0.39 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Ring Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage ruby jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 0.51 carat Diamond Quality ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
5.10 Carat Mozambique Ruby 5.38 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of 5.10 carat Mozambique natural ruby and 5.38 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set drop earrings - boxed; part of our...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring, 0.15ct Ruby
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine 0.15 carat ruby and 0.30 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Ruby and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique ruby jewellery/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Color Red Cut Round Faceted Content 0...
Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Pearl Ruby and Diamond and Yellow Gold Sword Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage ruby jewelry/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 0.22 carat D...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 7.35 Carat Diamond and 1.95 Carat Ruby Platinum Brooch, circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage ruby jewellery/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 1.95 carats...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1950s Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage French 0.21 carat ruby and 0.08 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold bracelet; part of our diverse ruby jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Ruby Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 0.65 carat ruby, 0.60 carat emerald and 0.90 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold bracelet; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry and estate jew...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive 0.28 carat ruby and 0.39 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold twist design cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Royal Antwerp Gem GRA Certified Natural Ruby 0.88 Ct Cushion Cut
Located in Temse, BE
⸻ ⸻ DEALER NOTE Elegant ruby with vivid pinkish red tones and classic cushion cut, suitable for fine jewelry or gemstone collections
Ruby
1940s Vintage 0.30ct Ruby & 0.28ct Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of ruby jewellery/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Colour Red Cut Cushion Content 0.30 carat Dim...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Falconer and Sons 18k Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace, Circa 1970
Located in Greenville, DE
The richly saturated rubies display the coveted smooth, domed cabochon cut, creating a vibrant glow and depth of color that has made fine ruby jewelry a timeless symbol of elegance a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1.53 Carat Ruby and 1.03 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.53 carat ruby and 1.03 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring; part of our vintage jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1.70Ct Ruby and 1.14Ct Diamond, Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage ruby jewellery/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Mixed Content 1.70 carats Diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1.45 Carat Ruby and Pearl, 10 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace 1961
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage ruby jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 1.45 carats Dimensions Leng...
Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
1.40 Carat Ruby and 0.55 Carat Diamond, Platinum Half Eternity Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage ruby jewelry/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Rectangular Content 1.40 carats Di...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1.30Ct Ruby and 0.39Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.30 carat ruby and 0.39 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set cocktail ring; part of our vintage ruby jewellery collections.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2.94 Carat Ruby Leaf Dangle Earrings Diamond 18 Karat White & Rose Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
✧✧Welcome To Our Shop Spectrum Jewels✧✧ ""Elegant 18k Rose Gold Wedding Natural Brilliant Cut Ruby Vintage Dainty Dangle Earrings For Anniversary Gift, Ruby Jewelry For Her"" .........
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1.12 Carat Ruby and 1.33 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of this fine example of vintage ruby jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Cushion Content 1.12 carats D...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
CROSSOVER Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 2.71 Cwt In Diamonds & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
The beautiful gemstones, sculptural crossover design, and superb craftsmanship make this a true statement piece, particularly appealing to collectors and connoisseurs of fine ruby je...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 0.82 Carat Ruby and 1.28 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 0.82 carat ruby and 1.28 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage ruby jewellery collection.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Rose-Cut Diamond Fringe Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold & Silver
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An investment-grade addition to any fine jewelry collection, perfect for red-carpet events, gala evenings, or connoisseurs of high-end vintage ruby jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Natural 0.95 Carat Ruby Gemstone Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Inspired by the growing 2026 USA jewelry trends of minimalist gemstone rings, vintage-inspired jewelry, and stackable luxury bands, this ruby ring blends classic elegance with contem...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring. 14K Yellow Gold Engagement J VS1
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: 1.00 carat Center Diamond Cut: Old European Cut Center Diamond Color: J Center Diamond Clarity: VS1 Secondary Stones: R...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.78Ct Ruby and 0.40Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bow Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of ruby jewellery/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Mixed Content 0.78 carat Diamond Quality...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1.17 Carat Ruby 1.56 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Bar Brooch Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of ruby jewelry/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 1.17 carats Dimension...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Antique Edwardian 1.18Ct Ruby and 0.66Ct Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique ruby jewellery. Ruby Quality Cut Round Faceted Content 1.18 carats Dimensions 5.7...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1950s Diamond and Ruby 15K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1950s 0.64 carat diamond and 0.45 carat ruby, 15 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby Bead & 14K Yellow Gold Choker Necklace 16 Inch Gemstone Statement
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this elegant Natural Ruby Bead Choker Necklace, beautifully crafted with vibrant 4mm natural ruby beads accented by polished 4mm 14K yellow gold ...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s 3.30 Carat Burmese Ruby and 1.00 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Line Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 3.30 carat Burmese ruby and 1 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold line bracelet; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05 Ct Ruby Diamond Engagement Band 14K Gold Channel Set Thick Gold Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
The rich red ruby color paired with sparkling diamonds makes this a striking ruby engagement ring, ruby anniversary band, gemstone wedding band, or statement cocktail ring for collec...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.50 Carat Ruby and 1.36 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Bangle, circa 2010
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of ruby jewelry/estate jewelry. Item Ref. SKU: A8301
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 6.95Ct Burmese Ruby and 4.80Ct Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Ring Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage ruby jewellery. Ruby Quality Origin Burma Cut Cabochon Content 6.95 carats Dimens...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Italian 1.9 Carat Ruby and 2.2 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of vintage Italian 1.90 carat ruby and 2.20 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold stud earrings; part of our diverse vintage ruby jewellery collect...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2 Ct Ruby Emerald Designer Luxury Band 0.40 Ct Emerald 14K Gold Emerald RubyBand
Located in Jaipur, IN
Ruby Band Ring, Emerald Ruby Ring, Channel Set Ruby Ring, Luxury Band Ring, 14K Yellow Gold Ring, Statement Gemstone Ring, Handmade Fine Jewelry, Natural Ruby Jewelry, Emerald Accent...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
159.98ct Pigeon Blood Ruby Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold High Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal: 18K White Gold Rubies: 159.98 Carats Total, Natural Mozambique, Oval & Pear Shapes, Pigeon Blood Red Diamonds: 22.40 Carats Total, Round Brilliant Cuts, F Color, VS Clarit...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
2.20 Ct Mozambique Ruby Diamond Bridal Bangle 925 Sterling Silver Ruby Bangle
Located in Jaipur, IN
Wear it alone for a refined look or pair it with other sterling silver jewelry for a coordinated ensemble. Whether you are searching for a natural ruby bracelet, a Mozambique ruby ba...
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
1.90 Carat Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring 14K Gold Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
Product Details Metal: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Center Stone: Natural Ruby Center Ruby Weight: 1.90 Carats Outer Rubies: Natural Oval Cut Rubies (3 x 4 mm) Outer Ruby Weight: 3.00 Carat...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.26 Carat Diamond and Synthetic Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Stud Earrings Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of vintage 0.26 carat diamond and synthetic ruby, 18 karat yellow gold stud earrings; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
4.86 Carat Thai Ruby 0.88 Carat Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Brooch Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning example of ruby jewelry. Ruby Quality Origin Thailand (Thai) Cut Round Faceted Content 4.86 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1.70 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.70 Carat Thai ruby and 0.70 Carat diamond, 18 karat white gold and platinum set cluster ring; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Ruby and 0.85 Carat Diamond Platinum Charm Bracelet Circa 1915
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique 0.08 carat ruby and 0.85 carat diamond, platinum charm bracelet; part of our antique jewelry collection.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.80 Carat Ruby, 0.50 Carat Diamond 9k Rose Gold Crescent Brooch Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Edwardian 2.80 carat ruby, 0.50 carat diamond and 9 karat rose gold crescent shaped brooch; part of our diverse jewelry collection.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose 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.