Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold, Certificate
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold with Certificate Natural Center Ruby - 10.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Rubies Cluster - 30.00 Carat This Ri...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$250Sale Price|50% Off
Vintage 1.34ct Squared Ruby 3 Channel Row Sterling Silver Wide Split Shank Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Vintage sterling silver wide‑band ring set with 1.34 carats of square‑cut rubies in a bold three‑row channel design.
Quartz, Ruby, Sterling Silver
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Cartier 18K White and Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Cartier 18K White and Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring A striking vintage Cartier cocktail ring crafted in 18K white and yellow gold, showcasing a sophisticated in...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Diamond & Ruby Band Ring – 2.00 CTW – 18K Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and timeless vintage band ring by Tiffany & Co., crafted in solid 18K yellow gold The ring features a striking, wide design set with full cut diamonds and vivid natural ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The stones are gorgeous in this band. The rubies are square cut and measure 5pts each and in-between these trios of pink stones are bright round cut diamonds measuring 4pts each. R...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage Oval Ruby Marquise Diamond Floral Coronet Cluster Engagement Ring Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Vintage Oval Ruby and Marquise Brilliant Cut Diamond Floral Coronet Cluster Engagement Ring in 19.2 Karat White Gold, Portugal, 1980s/1990s.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
9K Yellow Gold Ruby and White Sapphire Vintage Style Three stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage-style three-stone ring features three vibrant rubies set in a classic arrangement.
Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Cocktail Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Cocktail Ring - 18K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem Ring One of a kind Beautiful Natural Red center Cabochon - 19 carats Surrounded by b...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Silver, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s 0.50 Carat Cabochon Ruby and 0.69 Carat Diamonds Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14K yellow gold with a Cabochon Ruby weighing approximately 0.50 carat, accented by six Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.60 carat. C...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 3.10 carat diamond ruby emerald sapphire 14k white gold flip ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking vintage flip ring from the 1980s showcases a dynamic and playful design, set with a vibrant array of gemstones totaling approximately 3.10 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.90ct Ruby and 2.95ct Diamond Bombé Ring, CF Carlman, 1971
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
1.90ct Ruby and 2.95ct Diamond Bombé Ring by CF Carlman, Stockholm, 1971 Bold, colorful, and oversized — meant to draw attention!
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 0.95ctw Round Ruby & Baguette Diamond High Profile Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 6.1 Grams Size: 7.0 (Fitted on a finger, please contact us prior to purchase with sizing inquiries) Overall Width: 7.1 (0.28") (top of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette Ruby and Diamond Vintage Gold Band Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Gold Cocktail Band Ring. Securely Hand set with high-quality Baguette Rubies, weighing approx. 1.53tcw and Diamonds weighing approx. 0.37tcw. Hand crafted in 18K ye...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald Ruby & Pink Sapphire Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby & Pink Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby - 12 carats Natural Emeralds - 1 carats Natural Pink Sapphire - 2 carats This R...
Emerald, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Orange Sapphire, Perridot Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Orange Sapphire, Perridot Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Natural Oval Shape Ruby Cabochon - 7 Carat Natural Blue Topaz - 6.50 Carat Natural Orang...
Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s 0.80 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Flower Ring with Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow and white gold with a Round Brilliant cut center Diamond weighing approximately 0.80 carats, accented by 10 Pear-Shaped Ruby "petals" weighing approximat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby, Sapphire & Multi Gem Ring 18K Gold & Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Multi Gem Cocktail Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver A bold expression of color and craftsmanship, this exceptional Bochic “Capri” cockta...
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,062Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Baguette Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.65 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.80 ct. Ring size is US 7.75 We can make...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,623Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Oval Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has F color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.45 ct. Ring size is US 7.25 We can ma...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$921Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18K Gold Handcrafted Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 1.5 grams. Totally is ruby 0.45 ct. Totally is diamond 0.10 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity. Ring size is US 6.7 We can make a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$936Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Tanzanite, Peridot & Topaz Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Tanzanite, Peridot & Blue Topaz Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cut Ruby - 12.00 carats Natural Tanzanite - 3.00 carats Natural Peridot -...
Peridot, Ruby, Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,930Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is ruby about 0.50 ct. Ring size is US 7.5 We...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,974Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Oval Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.25 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vs clarity. Totally is ruby 1 ct. Ring size is US 9.25 We can make any...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Cat's Eye Moon Stone and Ruby Halo Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Cat's Eye Moon Stone and Ruby Halo Ring.
Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Ruby Diamond Ring 18k Gold Platinum Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Oscar Heyman diamond & ruby ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,316Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Band Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.10 ct. The diamond is has G color and vs-vvs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.20 ct. Ring size is US 6.2 We can make...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,140Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Cluster Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 2.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.40 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby 0.10 ct. Ring size is US 3.75 We can mak...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Multi Sapphire Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Multi Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby - 19.00 carats Natural Multi Sapphire - 5.00 carats Natural Amethyst - 2,00 cara...
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1960s 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond 5 Stone Ring, Germany
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with a 14 karat white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 0.93 Carat Oval Cut Ruby & 1.06 Carat Diamond Flowers Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with an Oval cut Ruby weighing 0.93 carat, accented by 4 Marquise cut Diamonds arranged in a flower motif on each side, weighing a total of 1.06 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,579Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.3 grams. Totally is diamond 0.15 ct. The diamond is has G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is ruby 0.90 ct. Ring size is US 6 (We offer fre...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified No Heat Star Ruby in Vintage Platinum Ring Signed Dreicer & Co.
By Dreicer & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage ring, circa 1960. Signed by the famous New York jeweler, Dreicer and Co.
Diamond, Star Ruby, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Ruby Diamond and Yellow Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.83 carat natural ruby and 0.30 carat diamond, 18k yellow gold, platinum set, three stone/trilogy ring; an addition to our vintage jewelry and estate j...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Three stone Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Three brilliant rubies set in classic prongs, creating a bold and vibrant centerpiece.
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,136Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Ruby - 10.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Rubies Cluster - 30.00 Carat This Ring ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,336Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby 40 Carats Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver with Certificate Natural Center Ruby - 8.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Rubies Cluster - 30.00 Car...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 14k Solid Gold 0.42ct Diamond & Ruby Open Pattern Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold Total Weight: 6 Grams Overall Width: 14.7mm (0.57") (top of the ring - north to south) - 4.7mm (bottom of the shank) Overall Height: 4 mm ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 5mm Pearl & Ruby Floral Cluster 18K Gold Twisted Shank Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage floral cocktail ring showcases three creamy 5mm cultured pearls and five rubies in a textured 18K yellow gold leaf motif.
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,800Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Pear Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 In very good condition. Total weight is 4.1 grams. Totally is diamond 1.61 ct. The diamond is has G color and vs1 clarity. T...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold GIA 26.4ctw Ruby Emerald Diamond Handmade Bombe Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inquiries.) Top of the Ring Dimensions: 27.7mm (1") (top of the ring - north to south), 20.8mm (0.82") (east to west), 3.4mm (bottom of...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
$792Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Bubble Cabochon Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Bubble Cabochon Ruby Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cabochon Ruby - 17.50 Carat 2.00 Carat This Ring is from the "Orient" traveling collection ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 0.60 Carat Diamonds and Sapphire Ruby Cabochon Ring 18 Karat 750
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.60 Carats Diamonds & Sapphire Ruby Cabochon Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$942Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Vintage-Inspired 7.2 Carat Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring in Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 Sterling Silver Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring showcases a striking 11 mm round natural ruby at its center, radiating rich red brilliance and weighing an impressive 7...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
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
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Emerald Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Emerald Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Oval Shape Ruby - 15.50 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Emeralds - 3.00 Carat This Ring is f...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,168Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Diamonds Retro Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Natural Diamonds Vintage Retro Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Emerald Shape Center Ruby 15,00 Carat Natural Diamonds 1.00 Car...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Natural Diamonds Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Natural Diamonds Vintage Retro Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Emerlad Shape Center Ruby 5,00 Carat Natural Diamonds 2.00 Cara...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Platinum GIA 11.18ctw Burma No Heat Star Ruby w/ Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
We can custom size this ring.) Width: 13.4mm (0.52") (top of ring, north to south) - 17.2mm (0.67")(east to west, diamond to diamond) - 3.1mm (bottom of shank) Height: 11.6mm rise of...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage Art Deco Ruby Eternity Ring Sz 5.5 Anniversary Band Stacking Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage Art Deco era ruby ring (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 900 platinum.
Ruby, Platinum
Red Ruby Diamonds Vintage Style Vertical Three Stone 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A vintage inspired Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s 1.00 Carat Ruby & 0.90 Carat Emerald Hearts Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a Heart-Shaped Ruby weighing approximately 1.00 carat and a Heart-Shaped Emerald weighing approximately 0.90 carat. The ring features 44 Round ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,520Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 18K Gold Multi-Gemstone Flower Cluster Ring, Natural Ruby, Emerald
Located in Marcianise, IT
📊 Item Details (Technical Specifications) Period: 20th Century / Vintage Style: Classical Target Floral Cluster / Victorian Revival Item Type: Statement / Cocktail Ring Metal: ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pearl & Multi Sapphire Vintage Cluster Ring Set 18K & Silver Red natural ruby, cabochon shape - 6 carats Yellow natural sapphire Orange natural sapphire ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Sunburst Ring – 1ct Cabochon Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire Ac
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Likely crafted in the late 20th century, this ring exemplifies joyful, color-forward fine jewelry with a timeless silhouette—perfect for lovers of vintage emerald rings, sunburst mot...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Retro Horovitz Alexandrie Turquoise Ring Ruby Diamond 18k Gold Vintage Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The shank of the ring is accented with rubies as well. This vintage turquoise ring is a spectacular conversational piece.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Blue Topaz Ring - 18K Gold & Silver Circa “90s”
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Blue Topaz Ring 18K Gold & Silver – Signed Circa 90s A bold expression of color, scale, and artistry, this exceptional Bochic “Orient” ring is a st...
Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby From Burma, Oval Cut 9 Carat Natural Green Emerald from Zambia, Round Cut 3 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
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.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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