$6,000
H 0.57 in W 1.08 in L 1.87 in
Antique Silver Topped 14k Gold Rose Cut Diamond, Pearl, and Ruby Scarab Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique scarab brooch is a wonderfully distinctive piece, combining symbolic design with the rich texture and craftsmanship that make antique jewelry so collectible.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 15K Gold Amethyst Scarab and Serpent Scepter Ruby Pin
Located in New York, NY
The scarab is accented with rough-cut diamond eyes set in platinum, adding a touch of old-world intrigue.
Amethyst, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Base Metal
$6,764
W 1.13 in D 0.24 in L 1.23 in
Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Emerald, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Scarab Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of antique yellow gold, silver, emerald, ruby, diamond, and pearl earrings, each comprising two cabochon rubies, one cushion shaped emerald, twelve square shaped emeralds, twe...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$8,500
W 16.93 in L 18.12 in
Antique Egyptian Scarab Brooch Ruby Sapphire Diamonds Citrine Garnet Gilt Silver
Located in SE
Antique Egyptian Revival sacred Scarab Beetle Brooch made of Gilt / Fold Filled Silver decorated with 15 natural Rubies, 11 natural Sapphires , 28 natural Diamonds, one Citrine and a...
Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold-filled, Silver
Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold .38Ct Diamond Scarab Brooch with .06Ct Rubies
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Pave diamonds .38 carats and 2 cabochon rubies .06 carats are set as the head. The scarab brooch measures 1".
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$1,375
W 7.09 in L 12.21 in
Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch 1ctw Ruby 1ctw Emeralds 0.56 ctw Diamonds /7.6gr
Located in SE
Vintage Egyptian Revival sacred Scarab Beetle Brooch made of Gilt Silver decorated with 15 natural Rubies, 13 natural Emeralds and 15 natural Diamonds, both bezel and pave set.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Gold-filled
$3,967
W 1.15 in L 2.37 in
Vintage Red Coral Green Tourmaline Natural Diamond Scarab Beetle 14K Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Technical Details Period: 20th Century / Mid-Century Retro Design: Figurative Insect / Scarab Beetle (Animalier) Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 19.20 grams Centerpiece Ma...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1900 Silver and Gold Pendant with Scarab Beetle
Located in Paris, FR
Silver and 14k gold-mounted pendant featuring a winged scarab beetle. The body of the beetle is decorated with square-cut emeralds, and a large, ruby cabochon is set above its head.
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Diamond Ruby Scarab Brooch
Located in MIAMI, FL
Vintage Ruby and Diamond vintage scarab brooch. This piece is truly exceptional.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Ruby Diamond Scarab Brooch Pendant
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This brooch has 3 large Rubies .60 ct each for a total of 1.80 Carats, 1 Ruby of 0.20, 5 Rubies at 0.15 each, 8 Rubies grading down from .20 points to 0.1 point.
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold
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W 1.62 in L 1.74 in
Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Diamonds Ruby Sapphire Turquoise 18 Karat Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Diamonds Ruby Sapphire Turquoise 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian Egyptian Revival Ruby Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a glossy turquoise enamel Egyptian scarab flanked by green striped enamel wings Topped by a bezel set round cut ruby, purplish-red in color, and at its base a bezel set ro...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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H 0.69 in W 2.4 in
Antique Victorian French 18K Gold Diamond Ruby Garnet Pearl Scarab Beetle Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a very well made, antique, pin/brooch that was crafted in France from solid 18k gold and silver during the Victorian era. The brooch features a large beetle design that ...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Mid-Century 1.32 CTW Diamond Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Gold Antique Scarab Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized scarab with spindly legs flanked by lotus motif shoulders Featuring bead set single cut diamonds in rows along back and across lotus Weighing approximately 0.6...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Egyptian Revival Peacock and Scarab Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
This particularly fine winged brooch is fashioned in 18k yellow gold and set with a faience scarab, rubies and diamonds. Excellent condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold And Diamonds scarab-like Pendant
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL
An big antique gold pendant combined with silver, with a very unique filigree work and beautiful goldsmith work, set with a central gemstone with a very special scarab-like polish, a...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Antique Scarab and Gemset Brooch, Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Antique Faience Scarab, Diamond, Ruby and Emerald, Silver topped Gold Mounted Brooch, Circa 1860.
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sterling Silver, 15k Gold
Yellow Gold Scarab Lapel Watch, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Taking the form of an exotic scarab, the enchanting timepiece is formed of meticulously worked 18K gold with exquisite guilloché enameling.
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold "Scarab" Bug Turquoise Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold turquoise scarab ring, containing 1 oval turquoise surrounded be 20 round full and single cut diamonds approx. weight .50pts. and 1 ruby and 1 emerald approx. weight ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique French Diamond Emerald Sapphire Pearl Scarab Brooch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This unusual and highly coveted scarab brooch is set with Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies, and Freshwater Pearls.
White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Carved Moonstone and Gem-Set Scarab Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Each cuff link is designed as a carved moonstone scarab with circular-cut emerald markings and ruby eyes, joined by trace link chain to rounded bars, with 2 rubies having an approxim...
Emerald, Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau 14k Gold Scarab Bangle Bracelet Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Made of 14 karat yellow gold, the bangle features two carved carnelian scarabs and accented with rose cut diamonds, ruby and enamel.
Carnelian, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Diamond and Gem-Set Scarab Bracelet
Located in Kingston, NY
Early 20th Century Egyptian revival Silver and gold Diamond and gem-set scarab bracelet. Centered on a scarab, set with rose-cut diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, joining an...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Pendant with Scarab Beetle Gold Mounted, Art Deco Period 1920-1930
Located in Paris, FR
Rectangular gold and silver pendant depicting a winged beetle in a fine pearl frame, the corners of which are decorated with lotus leaf motifs. The beetle is entirely set with sapphi...
Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Silver
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W 1.38 in D 0.63 in L 2.38 in
Edwardian Art Nouveau 1900 Scarab Brooch Gold Silver Diamonds And Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
The body of the scarab is embellished with applications of blue, red, black and green enamels and is mounted with a great selection of sixty-one earth mined natural gemstones such: b...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Ye...
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W 0.6 in L 1.19 in
18K solid gold Egyptian scarab charm - good luck amulet - Lucky beetle pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this unique and powerful Egyptian charm which is one of our new favourites! It is crafted in 18 ct yellow gold and depict a magnificent scarab, in ancient Egypt, the scar...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Ruby Scarab Beetle Brooch Pin
Located in Troy, MI
Scarab beetles have been regarded as very important in Egyptian jewelry for centuries!
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.57 in W 2.44 in L 2.4 in
Vintage 2.75 Carat Diamond Ruby Sapphire Onyx Yellow Gold Scarab Beetle Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This stunning gold scarab beetle brooch is excellent quality, set with impressive rubies and sapphires displaying fine color and brilliance.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Scarab Pendant with Onyx and Rubies
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Smooth black onyx and 2 cabochon rubies .03 carats are set as the head. The scarab measures 3/4" and is attached to an 18" yellow gold chain.
Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Multi Gem 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scarab Brooch Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
THIS COMES WITH A CERTIFICATE OF APPRAISAL DATED DECEMBER 6, 2010 FOR $6,500.00 METAL: 18K Yellow Gold WEIGHT: 28.5 Grams, Scarab weight without Chain 24.0 Grams STONES: Diamonds G...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, 1...
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H 0.47 in W 1.65 in L 2.04 in
SPRITZER & FUHRMANN 1960 France Enameled Scarab Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A scarab brooch designed by Guy Freres for Spritzer & Fuhrmann.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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W 1.26 in D 0.47 in L 1.73 in
Roman 1880 Etruscan Revival Mechanical Scarab Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Opals
Located in Miami, FL
This magnificent brooch has been made in the shape of a scarab, with patterns of Etruscan and renaissance revival.
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Plisse Crepe Clutch
Located in New York, NY
A sterling set paste clasp with rose pate de verre molded scarabs and ruby and emerald pastes accents the closure. 10" x 6" silk satin. 1930s France.
Egyptian Revival Enamel Sapphire Ruby Gold Scarab Brooch
Located in London, GB
This brooch follows in that tradition, and features a stunning cabochon-cut sapphire that makes up the body of the Scarab, studded with diamonds and flanked by wings of enamel and ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An incredible Victorian Egyptian Revival winged scarab brooch dating from the 1880s. It's expertly crafted, and set with an array of coloured gemstones, including emerald, ruby, and ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Silver
Antique French Egyptian Revival Sapphire Bracelet
Located in San Francisco, CA
Two red, white and blue scarabs (rubies, diamonds and sapphires, of course) are facing off over a tasty 2 carat, emerald cut sapphire.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Rubellite 147.6 Carat with Gold Bale "Scarab Beetle Pendant"
By Susan Lister Locke
Located in Nantucket, MA
Susan designed this Hand Carved Rubellite Scarab Beetle Pendant set in an 18kt Gold Bale Frame. With a well engineered clasp, the Scarab Beetle can hang from a chain or beaded neck...
Ruby, 18k Gold
1980s Lapis Lazuli Turquoise Citrine Diamond Figural Scarab Large Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
One Handmade Unisex Ring In Form Of A Figural Scarab Secada. Ring Is Embellished With A Lapis Lazuli Stone For Its Body And With Four Cabochon Citrine Stones.
Citrine, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
18 White Gold Flower Ruby Invisible Stud Earrings
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely ruby stud earrings that you can use as everyday.We use the top quality Ruby for our invisible setting.It is deep red and very sparking. The invisible is a highly technique ....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Diamond Pearl Ruby Enamel Gold Brooch by Carlo Giuliano
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in London, GB
Highly Important Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Portrait Brooch by Carlo Giuliano recognized to be arguably the most significant 19th century Egyptian Revival jewel. An important Egyptian...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
$65,200
W 1.13 in L 18.9 in
Antique French Ch. Fontana & Cie Diamond Tiara Necklace Silver Upon Gold, c 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique, French, diamond fringe tiara necklace, by Ch. Fontana & Cie, with the front section comprising a fringe of graduating pendants, linked at the top with rose-cut diamonds, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Line Vautrin Flying Bird Resin Talosel and Pink Mirrors Brooch
By Line Vautrin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a rare Line Vautrin Talosel 3D bird brooch. The exceptional piece was handcrafted in France circa 1950. The sand-beige resin is encrusted with antique pink-colored mirrored g...
Victorian 14 Karat Gold 0.02 Carat Ruby 0.25 Carat Diamond Snake Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a beautiful Victorian snake pin brooch crafted in 14K gold and 950 platinum. Circa 1880. The piece features: - blue paste - 2 rubies, round cut, TW 0.02ct, R 2/2, SI - 36 di...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number of elegant foliate scroll motifs, com...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
55.44 Carat Diamond Tiara / Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Pear-Shaped, Marquise, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of 55.44 carats. The center 3 Pear-Shaped Diamonds are GIA certified; 1.65 ca...
Diamond, Platinum
$3,650
W 0.75 in D 0.4 in L 7 in
20 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival Hieroglyphics
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare and wonderful antique Egyptian Revival Bracelet with eight graduated Scarab Beetles set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold with Hieroglyphics on the reverse of the Scarabs. ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are exceptionally delighted to offer this spectacular Victorian diamond star tiara made c.1890. The tiara will come in a fully fitted presentation case as photographed. Upon pond...
Diamond, Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut 15.93 Carat Diamond earrings in Yellow Gold. GIA
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Step into the glamour of a bygone era with these breathtaking antique style diamond earrings, showcasing a remarkable GIA Certified 15.93 total carats of old mine cut diamonds. Each ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Platinum-Topped Diamond and Emerald Pin, France, Circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
A refined example of Art Deco craftsmanship, this exquisite platinum-topped diamond and emerald pin embodies the geometric precision and glamour of the 1920s–1930s. The top portion, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, Base Metal
Antique Grand Tour 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Grand Tour 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Double Drop Earrings 1.5" length from base of ear wire 11 grams in weight for both earrings Made in Italy c.1860s Embark on the tradition of t...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Art Deco tutti frutti Inspired 579 carat Carved Gemstone Dia Necklace set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Estate Art Deco tutti Frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace, This 579 carat necklace set is hand set in 136 gm 14k solid yellow Gold with 11.15 carats of diamond, 120 ...
Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond,...
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.