Diamond Ruby Riviera Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond ruby riviera necklace features a marvelously articulated 15.5” riviera of perfectly calibrated and homogeneous round diamonds suspending 9 diamonds each weighing 0.20 car...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$6,250Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $12, 500 Rare Gorgeous 18KT Fancy Glittering Ruby Riviera Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Rare 18KT White Gold Emerald Riviera Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Finely Set Glittering Gorgeous Rubies!!!
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Multirow Ruby and Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre-owned vintage 18K yellow gold, multi row, riviera necklace with 135 round rubies, with an approximate weight of 15 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 34.22ctw Ruby & Diamond Riviera Tennis Necklace 16 Inch
Located in Miami, FL
A striking vintage ruby and diamond Riviera necklace crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and set with a full line of richly saturated oval rubies totaling approximately 32.45 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Emilio Jewelry 42.00 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Riviera Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Diamond Weight: 14.74 carats Ruby Stone Weight: 27.42 carats of gorgeous vivid red high clarity rubies Pl...
Diamond, Ruby
Vintage 1970s Oscar Heyman Ruby and Diamond Riviera Necklace
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with graduating Round cut Rubies weighing a total of 14.01 carats, center weighing 1.06 carats, and graduating Round Brilliant cut Diam...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
18K White Gold Riviera Necklace with 8.8ct Oval & Round Diamonds and 71ct Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Embrace the allure of vintage and estate jewelry with this exceptional piece. Style: Riviera Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstone 1: 71 Carat Ruby Number of Stones: 142 Shape: Oval Sh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural 8.90ct Ruby & 1.24ct Diamond Riviera Tennis Necklace in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary Riviera tennis necklace showcases 8.9 carats of rubies set in 14K white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$232,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 73 Carat Oval Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby & Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Oval Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby & Diamond Riviera Necklace – 38.8 Carats Rubies, 35 Carats Diamonds A magnificent Riviera necklace crafted in solid 18K yellow gold (92 grams), measurin...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CRIERI Riviera Bracelet In 18Kt White Gold With 3.84 Cwt Vivid Red Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
A riviera bracelet with Vivid red rubies designed by Crieri.
Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
CRIERI Riviera Bracelet In 18Kt White Gold With 1.52 Cwt Vivid Red Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
A riviera bracelet with Vivid red rubies designed by Crieri.
Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, 18k Gold
Riviera Ring in White Gold, Carré Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Cattolica, IT
A classic Riviera model band ring made of 18 kt white gold. Embellished with three rubies with a deep red color and carré cut. The central Ruby, larger than the two side Rubies, weig...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Garnet Sapphires Rubies Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Suite
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Garnet Sapphires Rubies Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Suite The name and the variety of colours in this collection are associated with the bright Italian and French Riviera, vivid and ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, 18k Gold
Garnet 2.74 Carat Sapphires Rubies Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Pendant
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Garnet 2.74 Carat Sapphires Rubies Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Pendant The name and the variety of colours in this collection are associated with the bright Italian and French Rivier...
Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Garnet 5.19 Carat Sapphires Rubies Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Earrings
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Garnet 5.19 Carat Sapphires Rubies Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Earrings The name and the variety of colours in this collection are associated with the bright Italian and French Rivie...
Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, 18k Gold
Rubellite 4.96 Carat Sapphire Ruby Tsavorite Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Suite
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rubellite 4.96 Carat Sapphire Ruby Tsavorite Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Suite The name and the variety of colours in this collection are associated with the bright Italian and Frenc...
Tsavorite, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Roberto Coin 18 Karat Gold Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Leaves Riviera Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Southampton, PA
This Roberto Coin necklace is crafted from 18K white gold and embellished with diamonds, emeralds and rubies that total 3.70, 120.20 and 72.50 carats respectively. The necklace weigh...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garnet 17.96 Carat Multi-Color Sapphires Rubies Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Ring
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Garnet 17.96 Carat Multicolour Sapphires Rubies Black 18 Karat Gold Riviera Ring The name and the variety of colours in this collection are associated with the bright Italian and Fre...
Sapphire, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
Roberto Coin 18 Karat Gold Diamond, Emerald and Ruby Leaves Riviera Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Southampton, PA
This Roberto Coin necklace is crafted from 18K white gold and embellished with diamonds, emeralds and rubies that total 3.70, 120.20 and 72.50 carats respectively. The necklace weigh...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
ART DECO 1940 Riviera Bracelet In Platinum With 12.30 Ctw In Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
The gorgeous bracelet has been carefully crafted with impeccable details in solid .950/.999 platinum with high polished finish and is embellished with a gorgeous selection of sixty e...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Ruby and Diamond Pendant Tennis Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Ruby and Diamond Pendant Riviera Necklace in 18K White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
ART DECO 1920 French Bracelet In Platinum With 11.70 Ctw In Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
The gorgeous bracelet has been carefully crafted with impeccable details in solid .900/.999 platinum with high polished finish and is embellished with a gorgeous selection of sixty e...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Bespoke 20 Carat Riviera Diamond Necklace with Peridot, Emerald and Rubies
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Details • Necklace style: Graduated Riviera • Metal: Platinum • Total carat weight: Approximately 20 cts • Diamond color: F • Diamond clarity: VS • Gemstones: Natural emerald, natura...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, Ruby, Platinum
NO RESERVE! - 5.60Ct Natural Rubies Tennis Riviera - 14K White Gold Bracelet
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A truly one of a kind natural Ruby bracelet, set with round ruby stones. The bracelet will stand out in any occasion and is a wonderful gift for yourself or your loved one. Length: ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
NO RESERVE! 4.88Ct Natural Rubies Tennis Riviera - 14kt White gold - Bracelet
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A truly one of a kind natural Ruby bracelet, set with round ruby stones. The bracelet will stand out in any occasion and is a wonderful gift for yourself or your loved one. Length: ...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1 NO RESERVE! 7.64Ct Natural Rubies Tennis Riviera - 14K White Gold Bracelet
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A truly one of a kind natural Ruby bracelet, set with round ruby stones. The bracelet will stand out in any occasion and is a wonderful gift for yourself or your loved one. Size: 18...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1 NO RESERVE! 5.04Ct Natural Rubies Tennis Riviera - 14K White Gold Bracelet
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A truly one of a kind natural Ruby bracelet, set with round ruby stones. The bracelet will stand out in any occasion and is a wonderful gift for yourself or your loved one. Size: 18...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
NO RESERVE! 4.89Ct Natural Rubies Tennis Riviera - 14 kt. White gold - Bracelet
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A truly one of a kind natural Ruby bracelet, set with round ruby stones. The bracelet will stand out in any occasion and is a wonderful gift for yourself or your loved one. Center N...
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Adina Reyter One of a Kind Ruby, Garnet + Diamond Half Riviera Necklace, Y14
By Adina Reyter
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Adina Reyter One of a Kind Ruby, Garnet + Diamond Half Riviera Necklace - Y14 14k yellow gold Riviera necklace with prong-set rubies, garnets, and diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of Seven, "Riviera Ruby Red" Art Deco Mexican Glassware
Located in Westport, CT
Set of Seven Hand Blown and Beautiful - Riviera Ruby Red; Art Deco Mexican glassware. They are uniquely hand crafted to add a slight difference in sizes - which is the intended look.
38.30ct Natural Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
38.30Ct Natural Ruby and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Necklace Natural Oval Ruby Weights Approx. 36.90 Carats Ruby Measures: Approx. 5x3 - 6x4 - 8x6 mm Total Natural Round Diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$42,330 / item
W 0.24 in L 18 in
56.83 Carats Genuine Ruby Tennis Necklace for Wedding in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
56.83 Carats Genuine Ruby Tennis Necklace for Wedding in 18K Gold studded with oval cut ruby of 56.863 carats. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dres...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,104Sale Price|20% Off
Alternating Ruby and Diamond Collar Necklace, 15.67ct
Located in Houston, TX
This collar necklace is made in 18K white and yellow gold. It features 50 rubies weighing 9.87 carats. As well as 50 diamonds 5.80 carats. Necklace has a color grade (H). and clarity...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Ruby Diamonds Necklace
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 18K Gold Ruby Diamonds Necklace Marked: 750 Approximate Dimensions: 43 (Length) 0.1 - 0.5 cm (Width) Approx.1.67 carats (Diamond) 21.1 grams in weight ** All dimensions l...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Exceptional Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Magnificent Cartier ruby and diamond necklace features 22 carats of dazzling diamonds and over 10 carats of vivid red rubies all set in 18 karat yellow gold. This vintage creation fr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$65,500Sale Price|56% Off
Rare Important Estate 18KT Gold 40CT Gorgeous Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Rare Large Triple Strand Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Ne...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Necklace A necklace with 43 oval-cut rubies separated by round-cut diamonds set in a floral motif Approximately Measures: 16" long Metal type: 18 Karat gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$7,500Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $15, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Red Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Red Ruby Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 16...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Pink Sapphire and Diamond Choker Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pink sapphire and diamond necklace features 5 flowers with drop, oval and heart shaped sapphires of lovely color crystalline texture for a total weight of 16.90 carats. The desig...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$35,000Sale Price|21% Off
L 15.36 in
IGI Certified 29.15ct Natural Burma Rubies 9.83ct Natural Diamonds Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Immerse yourself in pure luxury with this extraordinary necklace, a masterpiece showcasing nature's most precious gemstones. Expertly crafted from the finest materials, this stunning...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Shaped Rubellite Platinum and Diamond Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A breathtaking platinum necklace designed with a romantic floral motif, featuring seven vibrant heart-shaped rubellite tourmalines totaling approximately 34.19 carats. Each drop is s...
Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum
$47,200Sale Price|20% Off
L 16 in
IGI Certified 26.58 Carat Burma Ruby & 18.85 Carat Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Prepare to make a statement with this breathtaking IGI certified 26.58ct Ruby & 17.85ct Natural Diamonds Necklace in 18K White Gold. Crafted with exquisite artistry and attention to ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,750Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $13, 500 Rare Important 18KT Gold Ruby Diamond White Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Important Radiant 18KT Gold Rare Fancy Ruby White Diamond Gorgeous Adjustable Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Fancy Rubies interlocking wit...
Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Roman Malakov 18.38 Carats Total Oval Cut Ruby & Diamond Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An incredible tennis necklace, showcasing 16.89 carats total of oval cut red rubies, each evenly spaced by two round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.49 carats total with F-G color ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$61,250Sale Price|65% Off
Rare Fancy 18KT Gold Estate 75CT Gorgeous Fancy Glittering Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Estate Radiant 18KT White Gold Gorgeous Winston Style Royal Ruby and Diamond Necklace!!! Approx T.C.W for Necklace: Glitterin...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with Tapered Baguette cut and Cabochon Rubies weighing approximately a total of 5.00 carats, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
1980S MICHAEL NOVARESE Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Duster Covered In Excep
By Michael Novarese
Located in New York, NY
1980S MICHAEL NOVARESE Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Duster Covered In Exceptional Embroidery & Beaded Gold Work
22.90ct Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
22.90Ct Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace Total Natural Emeralds Weight is: Approx. 21.90 Carats Total Natural Diamond Weight is: 1.00Ct (color G-H / Clar...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate stitching, which produce an unbelievable sexy fit! Super flattering, and utterly jaw dr...
Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...
05.00 Carat Round Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Versace S/S 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Vintage Backless Light Yellow Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
NALLY GIA Pink Color Heart Shape Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
NALLY 2.02ct Fancy Purple- Pink Diamond Ring. The diamond is set in a Cartier Mounting with 2 Tapered Baguette Cut Diamonds, with an approximately total carat weight of 0.25CT, stamp...
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
$675Sale Price|22% Off
Size: Size Small
Chanel Cashmere Blue & Green Gilt Metal Logo Button Cardigan circa 1990
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Luxurious cashmere blue & green gilt logo button cardigan c. 1990 The stylish Chanel cardigan is constructed with plush double-ply cashmere The cashmere cardigan is designed...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
$745Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.2 in D 0.16 in L 16 in
Antique 55.46 Carat Natural Garnet Tennis Necklace in Silver for Wedding Gifts
Located in New York, NY
This Antique 55.46 Carat Deep Red Garnet Tennis Necklace stunning garnet tennis necklace showcases a continuous strand of vibrant, round-cut garnet gemstones, each precisely prong-se...
Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
5.03 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A G.I.A certified 5.03 carat royal blue sapphire cushion cut platinum three stone ring, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills as a refined collector jewel and meaningful alter...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
$1,675
Size: Extra Small
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay wit...
$12,920
W 17 in D 4 in L 13 in
Chanel Timeless Vintage Cc Tote Towel Rare Piece Black Terry Cloth Beach Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Beach Bag CC Tote Towel Rare Piece 1989 {VINTAGE 33 Years} White terry "CC" lettering stitched on one side Black leather lined interior Interior zippered and open poc...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas 2011 Navy Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown 42
By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI MIDNIGHT BLUE CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN DESIGNED BY PETER DUNDAS SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY WORN BY TOPMODELS AS CLAUDIA SCHIFFER, MIRANDA KERR AND MANY OT...
Bulgari Burma Ruby Diamond Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite Bulgari "Toi et Moi" ring, meaning "you and me" in French, displays both the finest gemstones and the exceptional craftsmanship of the renowned jeweler. The bypass rin...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Prada Taupe silk organza fairy pant suit, ss 2008
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada; Taupe silk organza pant suit with printed illustrations by James Jean. Loosely cut transparent blouse with black ribbon trim, choker, fabric button fastenings and caplet. Slim...
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.