$2,680Sale Price|20% Off
18k White Gold Diamond & Ruby Large Detailed Floral Key Pendant Wheat Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.47ctw (exact) (5) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cut - Pave Set - Red...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$438,400Sale Price|20% Off
Graff 13.63 Carat Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Motif Medallion Necklace
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
Exceptional high jewelry necklace by Graff, featuring an elaborate butterfly motif medallion executed in white diamonds and vibrant rubies. Comes with receipt and serial number the ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Invisible Set Ruby Pendant Heart-Shaped Diamond Halo V1210
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 18K White Gold Invisible Set Ruby Pendant Heart-Shaped Diamond Halo Clip-On Enhancer Bail Go On Any Necklace V1210 ♥ The overall setting measures 15mm wide, 18.8mm in length w/ba...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
French 20th Century Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Car Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum. Original and mischievous antique necklace, it is formed of a thin filed convict mesh chain, which holds on the fro...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.50 carat with Diamond 0.70 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.7 cm Length: 4.8 cm Total Weight: 4.56 grams "We first opened do...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold Pink Sapphire Floral Necklace
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Internationally patented, Waltzing Brilliance technology is an innovative jewellery invention patented by MOISEIKIN, in which a diamond facet gem is secured by two points and enables...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pradera Jewels 18k White Gold Pendant With Diamonds and 5 Rubies
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18kt white gold pendant with a total weight of 1.71 grams, 20 diamonds with a total weight of 0.24 carats, and 10 treated corundum rubies with a total weight of 2.50 carats. Irama P...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Heart Art Deco Style Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Captivating and deeply romantic, this Ruby Heart Pendant centers a sparkling diamond framed by a vibrant halo of French cut rubies. The geometric heart motif brings timeless sophisti...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Stunning 75.13 Carat Red Ruby & Diamond Pendant in 18k 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, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Amethyst with Ruby Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 7.87 carats with Ruby 4.98 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.6 cm Length: 4.1 cm Total Weight: 7.71 grams "We first opened...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Ruby and Diamond Studded Cross Pendant in 18kt Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Ruby Cross Pendant in 18K Gold studded with round cut ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Ruby improves mental strength. ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
18.83 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Mixed Cut Cross Necklace in 18k Solid Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An intricate statement necklace with meticulous attention to detail. The pattern of white and yellow gold bezel set gemstones offer excellent color contrast.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$71,600Sale Price|20% Off
Picchiotti Festoon Necklace In 18Kt Gold With 40.21 Ctw In Diamonds And Rubies
By Picchiotti
Located in Miami, FL
It was crafted with impeccable details in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby, Sapphire & Diamond Stylised Key Pendant Necklace in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
This wonderful pendant necklace is crafted in warm 18 carat yellow gold and shaped as an elegant, stylised key, a distinctive piece for any fine jewellery collection. The circular o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, G...
$8,640Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 5.17 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
A Dazzling Display of Ruby Elegance This exquisite pendant features a stunning 5.17-carat oval-shaped ruby, set in a classic four-prong setting. The ruby's intense purplish-red color...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Solid 14k White Gold Tortoise Pendant Pave Diamond Natural Ruby Gemstone Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k White Gold Tortoise Pendant Pave Diamond Natural Ruby Gemstone Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- FI-34-WG Material - 14K Solid White Gold Diamond Weight - 0.55 Carat Gross We...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,689Sale Price|20% Off
Unique Diamond White 14k Gold Pendant Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Diamond 33-RND-0,19-G/VS1A Diamond 3-RND-0,11-G/VS1A Size 45 cm Weight 3,01 grams It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold 1 carat Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This innovative pendant necklace made in 18 karat white gold, with over 1ct diamonds and vibrant rubies, is mounted in MOISEIKIN's Waltzing Brilliance technology, in which gemstones ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Red Ruby and 3/8 Cttw Diamond Alternating Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Envelop your neckline in a cascade of opulence with this exquisite necklace, artfully crafted in lustrous 14K yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Onyx Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond, Ruby, Onyx Necklace by Cartier.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold
Artisan Made Natural Ruby and Diamond Halo Cluster Pendant in 18K White Gold
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A classic round ruby takes center stage in this Artisan Made Natural Ruby and Diamond Halo Cluster Pendant, crafted in cool, lustrous 18K white gold. The natural ruby, individually s...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Rossella Ugolini Tiger Rubies Eyes 18K Yellow Gold Fire Opal Pendant Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Details: Presenting the One-of-a-Kind Rossella Ugolini Tiger Pendant Necklace, an embodiment of strength and artistry. Crafted from 18K yellow gold, adorned with rubies, white diamon...
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby and Diamond Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Byzantine Style Cross is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and has Granulation work and a mat beautiful finish. It features a center emerald cut Emerald total weigh...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 15.03 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
A Dazzling Display of Ruby Elegance This exquisite pendant features a stunning 15.03-carat mixed-cut ruby, a rare and highly sought-after gemstone. The ruby is set in a classic 3-pro...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Ruby and Diamond Necklace 2.45 Fancy Shaped Ruby in 18 Karat
Located in Wailea, HI
Modern Ruby and Diamond Necklace 2.45 Fancy Shaped Ruby in 18k One Fancy Shaped Ruby Weighing 2.45 Carats [bright with no imperfections visible to the naked eye] Forty One Round Br...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$16,400Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Certified 11.03 Carat Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Prepare to be captivated by the allure of this IGI Certified 11.03 Carat natural Ruby pendant, showcasing a captivating intense purplish-red color in a captivating oval shape. Set ag...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rhodium Two-Tone Round Ruby Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer pendant is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold custom-made. This gorgeous pendant is microscopically decorated - it has granulation work all the way arou...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, White Gold
$3,832Sale Price|20% Off
French 1900 Edwardian Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Condition: The overall condition of this necklace is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...
$930Sale Price / item|20% Off
Charming Oval Ruby Pendant with Diamond Set in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Pendant with Diamond in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut ruby with diamond that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represent love and pro...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
39.14 Carat Opal, Ruby, and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Suspended on a thin 18k white gold chain. Opal weighs 39.14 carats. Rubies weigh 4.05 carats total.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 27.03 Carat Opal Ruby Diamond 14k Two Tone Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
The rubies are GIA certified simple heat only. 1 pear shape cabochon opal, approx. 27.03cts GIA Certificate # 2225454815 1 trilliant cut diamond, G SI approx. .50cts 11 bright red ...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade, Ruby and Diamond Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Jade 3.60 carats, Ruby 0.58 carat and Diamond 0.10 carat Pendant set in 18K White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.3 cm Length: 3.4 cm Total Weight: 2.42 grams "We firs...
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jacobean Style Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold with Natural Ruby and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Jacobean style 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and detachable natural ruby, 0.7 carats, 6.7x4 mm. This jewelry collection was featured i...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White...
Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fine pendant featuring a 1.18 carat pear-shape ruby! It has a rich vivid red color and is shaped beautifully in terms of the stones proportions and cut. It is accented by 0.29 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.55 Carat Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Accents 10K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant is crafted from 10-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace Pendant. This Pendant is made up of 6x4 mm Oval-Cut Ruby (1Pcs) 0.55 Carat, 2.0 mm ...
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, White Gold
39.13 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby And Diamond Necklace In 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond necklace showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Round Red Ruby and White Diamond .35 Carat TW Rose Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose Gold setting with a natural round cut red ruby. The ruby is surrounded by natural round cut white diamond melee...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
Burmese Ruby & Diamond Baguette Cut Necklace 16.50ct Art Deco
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal Purity: platinum, 18k white gold clasp (security) Diamond Carat: 12.16ct Burma Ruby (heated) Total: 4.34 Carat Weight: 35.4 Grams Place of Origin: New York Circa: late 21st Cen...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
ARAYIAN Ruby, Tsavorite and Diamond S-Shape Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Tsavorite, Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold A graceful S-shaped pendant set with vivid tsavorite garnets and rich rubies, accented by fine diamonds. The fluid design highli...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Butterfly Pendant White Zircon 2.02 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 1.98 Carats (Treatment: Filling) White Zircon: 0.04 Carats Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silver...
Ruby, Zircon, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
40.89 Carat Round Ruby and Diamond Halo Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a star-burst / floral motif. Made in 18k white gold. A magnificent necklace that has a nice and elegant drop on the chest.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Red Ruby and White Diamond 1.47 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic ruby pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K White Gold setting with a natural oval cut red ruby and natural pear cut red rubies. The ruby's are surrounded by natu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$324Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Ruby Cross Pendant Handcrafted in 18k Solid White Gold Unisex Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid White Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone Weight - 0.47 cts Gemstone Shape - Round Gemstone pcs - 16 Gemstone size - 1.8 mm Gross Weight - 0.9 Gram...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Topaz Diamond Arabic Design Necklace by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
It truly embodies the artistry of jewellery, where every detail tells a story. 18K White Gold Minara Necklace 18K Gold Necklace Size 60cm Weight : 21.29 gr. 11 Blue Topaz 36.59...
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.60 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Pendant 18K White Gold Floral Design
Located in New York, NY
1.60 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Cluster Halo Pendant 18K White Gold Floral Design Ruby Weight: 1.60 Carats Total Diamond Weight: 0.38 Carats This luxurious 18K White Gold Ruby and Dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rose Gold Sapphires Pendant Necklace with Pink Rubies and Malaya Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tobacco Flower contemporary pendant necklace is made of 18 karat rose gold. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,95 c...
Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sa...
$3,180Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Theo Fennell Diamond Ruby Heart Lips Charm 18 Karat White Gold
By Theo Fennell
Located in London, GB
A vintage Theo Fennell diamond and ruby heart lips charm pendant in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Coin Pendant of Athena
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Pendant all handmade and features a Gold Coin of Athena the Goddess and protector of Athens, and also known as the symbol of knowledge (...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,950Sale Price|38% Off
Contemporary 18k Yellow and White Gold Butterfly Pin/Pendant w/Ruby & Diamond
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a gorgeous contemporary ruby butterfly and diamond pin or pendant made with both 18k yellow and white gold. This pin is very versatile as it features a pin as well as a clasp...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Augis More Than Yesterday Heart 18K Yellow White Gold Ruby Love Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold, enamel and ruby love charm pendant with a rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorrow") - a lin...
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Four-Strand Red Coral Necklace with 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Clasp, Rubies, and
Located in Bergamo, BG
Key Features: Material: 18K yellow gold Gemstones: Natural red coral beads (5mm diameter) Rubies: Carré-cut, approx. 14 ct total weight Diamonds: Natural white diamonds, navette and...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Topaz Diamond Arabic Design Necklace by MOISEIKIN
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
We believe that jewellery art lies in the smallest details, reflecting our commitment to craftsmanship and elegance. 18K White Gold Minara Necklace Weight 17.37 gr. Size 60cm 62 D...
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eighteen Karat Gold Sapphires Pendant Necklace with Pink Rubies and Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tobacco Flower contemporary pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,...
Tourmaline, Blue Zircon, Purple Sapphire, Mandarin Garnet, Zircon, Green...
Rose Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Pink Rubies and Malaya Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tobacco Flower contemporary pendant necklace is made of 18 karat rose gold. This piece can be personally signed. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,...
Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sa...
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 1.59 carats with Diamond 0.03 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 0.6 cm Length: 2.1 cm Total Weight: 1.46 grams "We firs...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby with Diamond Heart Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.26 carats with Diamond 0.27 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.8 cm Length: 2.7 cm Total Weight: 4.37 grams "We first opened d...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,997Sale Price|20% Off
Art Nouveau Style Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold Flowers Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
We can ship every piece of our 1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Necklace is made of 14K Yellow Gold but we can make it also in 9 or 18K Yellow or White Gold.
Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ga...
Tanzanite 21ctw Ruby 0.45ctw And Diamond 1.36ct Pendant 18K Yellow & White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful bold and chunky pendant showcases a big oval cut tanzanite in the center in prong setting weighing 21 carats with three round cut rubies studded in bezel setting weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Ruby Necklace Two Tone Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and ruby necklace features 3 perfectly nestling rows of drop shape rubies interspersed with round diamonds. The rows are clasped together and taper into a double and then...
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 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.
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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.