2.25ct Ruby and diamonds stud earrings and pendant necklace set in 18k gold.
Located in London, GB
2.25ct Ruby and diamonds stud earrings and pendant necklace set in 18k gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
29.16 Carat Ruby, 5.54 Carat Diamond 21k Yellow Gold Necklace and Bracelet Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive, vintage 29.16 carat ruby, 5.54 carat diamond, 21 karat yellow gold and 21 karat white gold set necklace and bracelet jewelry set; part of our dive...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Set 18 kt. Gold Necklace, Earring, Ring, Bracelet, 116Ct Rubies & 105Ct Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rubies and together 104.94 ct. Diamonds This set comes in a grand customized box Necklace: Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds together 45.71 ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Shape Ruby Diamond Necklace and Earrings Set Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The heart shape ruby and diamond necklace and earrings set is constituted by 17 faceted rubies of homogeneously brilliant quality, especially cut from larger Mozambique rough to obta...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond Father, Mother and Child Necklace Set 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 3.53 carats, Ruby 3.72 carats with Diamond 0.79 carat Necklace set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.5 cm Length: 37.0 cm Total Weight: 20.26 grams "We first...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angara 0.34ct Round Natural Ruby Bezel-Set Necklace in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire ruby pendant's beautiful design makes the centre stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The purplish red gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted in P...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$315Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Channel Set Double Row Ruby Bar Necklace Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This refined necklace showcases 2.81 carats of square cut rubies, expertly channel set in 925 sterling silver.
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
14 Karat White Gold 0.09 Carat Diamonds 2.90 Carat Invisible Set Ruby Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 16" Pendant:14 mm * 18 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Stone Type:Diamonds 0.09 CT G VS2 - 2.90 Ct Natural Ruby Hallmarks: 14K Total Weight: 5....
Diamond, Ruby
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace & Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace & Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Beautiful Necklace with matching ring This Necklace has all precious stones All are Big size and best q...
Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.16 Carat Diamonds 10.54 Carat Invisible Set Ruby Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wearable Length: 16" Pendant Measurement: 23 mm Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Stone Type: Diamonds 0.16 CT G VS2 and 10.54 Ct Natural Ruby Hallmarks: 14K Total Weight: 10.9 Grams Condition:...
Diamond, Ruby
18 Karat Yellow Gold Channel Set Ruby Baguette Diamond Linear Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
We pay tax and shipping expenses. 18 karat yellow gold channel set ruby baguette diamond linear pendant necklace.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Burma Ruby Diamond Halo 18K Two Tone Gold Necklace & Earring Set
Located in Miami, FL
GIA Certified oval cut Burma Ruby and Diamond halo necklace and earring set. Mounted in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1900s set Necklace Pendant natural 2ctw Ruby 2ctw Tourmaline Pearl Gilt Silver
Located in SE
Rare ca. 1900 -1920s Renaissance Revival Swedish Jewellery Set comprised of matching Necklace and a removable Pendant in original period box with marks of C.G.
Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Silver, Gold Plate
Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Pendant and Necklace Set
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.5 grams Ruby Details: Natural, .50ct, Deep Red, Oval Shape Diamond Details: .25ct,total weight. G-H VS Cl...
Rose Gold
$1,212Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Prong Set Heart Ruby Chain Necklace Girlfriend Gift in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Prong Set Heart Ruby Chain Necklace Girlfriend Gift in 18K Gold studded with heart cut ruby set in prong setting.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
Channel Set Square Cut Ruby Single Strand Necklace in White Gold 18.25" Long
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely stunning contemporary single strand ruby necklace in lustrous white gold. Designed to mesmerize and inspire, this simple yet refined necklace offers bold color, timeless e...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Beads, Ruby with Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald beads 129.91 carats, Ruby 5.0 carats with Diamond 2.28 carats Necklace set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 9.3 cm Length: 49.0 cm Total Weight: 44.83 grams "We fir...
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18kt Gold Pearl Ruby Diamond Necklace & Earrings Set, 1977
Located in Napoli, IT
Elegance Spotlight This unique vintage Pearl Ruby & Diamond suit is the epitome of timeless elegance, hand crafted 18 kt gold components bearing English hallmarks for London 1977 The...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Three-Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace Ruby-Set 18K Gold Clasp Circa 1960’s
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
An elegant circa 1960s necklace comprising three graduated strands of creamy Akoya cultured pearls, finished with a finely chiselled 18K white gold floral clasp set with small rubies.
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bezel Set Ruby and Diamond Station Necklace in Two Tone 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning chain station necklace features alternating diamond and ruby bezel stations set in luxurious 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
$4,440Sale Price / item|20% Off
8.88 Carat Pear Cut Ruby Bezel Set Station Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 8.88 carat pear-cut ruby station necklace is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features a graceful arrangement of graduated pear-cut natural rubies.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,394Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pear Bezel Set Ruby Fringe Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gift for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pear Bezel Set Ruby Fringe Necklace in 18K Gold studded with pear cut ruby.
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Afarin Collection Classic 1 Row African Ruby Heart Shape Necklace Set in 18k Whi
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Afarin Collection Classic 1 Row African Ruby Heart Shape Necklace Set in 18K White Gold and Black Rhodium Finish. 16 Round Rubies =0.67 cts t.w. 18" Long 0.61 mm Diamond-cut Cable Ch...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Ruby Diamond Earrings & Pendant Set 10.98ctw Ruby 5.35ctw
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to present this 18k White Gold Ruby & Diamond Earring and Pendant Necklace Jewelry Set.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Diamond and Ruby Open Heart Pendant Necklace Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This enchanting necklace is a testament to love and sophistication. Crafted in 14 karat white gold, it features an open heart design adorned with alternating rubies and diamonds, cre...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Indian Ruby, Pearl & Diamond Necklace — 18 Natural Burma Rubies No Heat
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Over 95% of all rubies on the market have been heat-treated; a certified set of 18 unheated Burma rubies of this quality, mounted in a complete necklace, represents an extraordinary ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold
Antique Edwardian Silver and Gold Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Edwardian silver and 14k gold necklace, set with rubies and rose cut diamonds. Necklace comes in box.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Natural Ruby and Diamond Polki Choker Necklace Set in 14k Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
We pay tax and shipping expenses. This exquisite necklace set features a traditional design adorned with uncut diamonds (polki), vibrant RUBY, and pearls, all set in 14k gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold
$150,000Sale Price|60% Off
NWT $375, 000 18KT Gold Fancy Elaborate Ruby and Diamond Necklace Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering are these Extremely Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Fine Fancy Diamond and and Ruby Necklace and Earrings set with approx 60CTS of Diamonds!!!
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Carved Ruby, Cabochon Ruby and 8 Gems, Diamond Buddha Pendant set in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Carved Ruby 8.45 carats with Cabochon Ruby and 8 Gems 3.35 carats,Diamond 0.48 carat Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 3.5 cm Length: 4.2 cm Total Weight...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT by Robert Goossens Gunmetal Ruby Necklace Earring Set
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT by Robert Goossens Gunmetal Ruby Necklace Earring Set Measurements: EARRINGS Height: 1 4/8 inches Width: 1 4/8 inches NECKLACE Height: 1 3/8 inches Weara...
Vintage Celine Flower Diamond and Ruby Pendant Necklace in Platinum
By Celine
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Celine diamond and ruby floral pendant necklace set in platinum.The necklace features a floral motif set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, accented with rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
.75 Carat Natural Ruby Diamonds Dangle Heart Necklace 18 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
Red Ruby & Diamonds Heart Necklace Bead set, Sparkling Brilliance. .15ct. natural round ruby Clean Clarity, Vivid Red. .60ct.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Channel-Set Sculptural Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ruby Channel-Set Sculptural Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold A graceful pendant crafted in polished 14K yellow gold with a softly sculpted openwork form. Flowing, dimensional curves sweep...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.16 carats Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.7 cm Length: 2.7 cm Total Weight: 2.61 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 11.81 carats with Diamond 0.06 carat Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.0 cm Length: 3.9 cm Total Weight: 8.62 grams "We first opened doors in 198...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamonds Rubies Yellow Gold 14 Karat Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Set in 14 Karat yellow gold and silver with rose-cut diamonds and rubies set Special necklace for women who love retro taste or for collectors.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Trifari Bezel Set Ruby Chain
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Trifari Bezel Set Ruby Chain from the 1950's. Antique gold settings with twisted wire work bezel. 28" x 5/8".
Gilt Metal
Ruby Cross Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 13.50 carats Cross pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 5.1 cm Length: 8.0 cm "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store was then situated i...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 6.86 carats with Diamond 1.61 carats Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.4 cm Length: 2.4 cm Total Weight: 10.11 grams "We first opened doors in 19...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Buddha Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 30.31 carats with Diamond 0.53 carat Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.5 cm Length: 4.0 cm Total Weight: 14.27 grams "We first opened doors in 19...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Pigeon's blood Burmese ruby and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty six oval old cut natural unenhanced Pigeon's blood Burmese rubies in open back claw settings, ra...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum
Ruby and Pink Sapphire Pendant set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Ruby and Pink Sapphire Pendant set in Silver Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.0 cm Length: 2.0 cm Total Weight: 6.54 grams *Please note that the silver setting is plated wi...
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Silver
Ruby diamonds art deco jewellery set 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Ruby diamonds art deco jewellery set 18k white gold Composed of ruby and diamond cluster jewellery set in 18k white gold. 0.90ct Ruby natural gemstone and diamond cluster stud and ea...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tourmaline, Tsavorite and Ruby Pendant set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Tourmaline, Tsavorite and Ruby Pendant set in Silver Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.5 cm Length: 3.2 cm Total Weight: 6.77 grams *Please note that the silver setting is p...
Ruby, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Silver
Ruby and Diamond Cluster Pendant Set In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous ruby & diamond pendant is set with a oval natural ruby and 8 round brilliant cut diamonds in 18ct white gold setting. The pendant is suspended from a 18ct white gold c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby, Tsavorite and Diamond Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.57 carats, Tsavorite 1.55 carats and Diamond 0.10 carat Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.1 cm Length: 2.3 cm Total Weight: 2.69 grams "We firs...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Vintage Givenchy Ruby Crystal Riviere Necklace 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning jewelled Vintage Givenchy Ruby Necklace. Featuring a riviere design set with emerald cut ruby crystals, clear baguettes and chatons.
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Cross Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 2.97 carats with Diamond 0.10 carat Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.9 cm Length: 4.7 cm Total Weight: 5.93 grams "We first opened door...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 6.27 carats with Diamond 0.58 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.5 cm Length: 2.2 cm Total Weight: 7.16 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.10 carats with Diamond 0.03 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.4 cm Length: 2.1 cm Total Weight: 2.94 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.70 carats with Diamond 0.06 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.1 cm Length: 2.0 cm Total Weight: 2.36 grams "We first opened doors i...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.90 carat with Diamond 0.03 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.2 cm Length: 1.8 cm Total Weight: 2.08 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 3.95 carats with Diamond 0.47 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.4 cm Length: 2.8 cm Total Weight: 4.71 grams "We first opened doors ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.44 carat with Diamond 0.15 carat Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.9 cm Total Weight: 1.47 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.50 carat with Diamond 0.13 carat Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.5 cm Length: 2.3 cm Total Weight: 1.97 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.41ct Cushion Shape Ruby Pendant Set in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
This beautiful pendant rubover setting is set with a 0.41ct cushion-shaped ruby gemstone. The setting is a simple 18ct yellow gold bezel on a 16" 18ct yellow gold chain. Total Ruby ...
Aquamarine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.50 carats with Diamond 0.12 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.3 cm Length: 2.7 cm Total Weight: 6.1 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Elegant Invisibly Set Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Gold Buckle Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
Exquisitely designed and made 18 karat gold pendant with invisibly set rubies and sapphires framed by diamonds. The pendant is in a buckle design measuring 1 1/4 inches in length and...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.89 carat with Diamond 0.68 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.7 cm Length: 2.3 cm Total Weight: 5.77 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.