18KT White Gold Sugarloaf Ruby Ring with Baguette Diamonds, 1980s
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant and refined ruby and diamond ring crafted in solid 18KT white gold, centred with a striking natural sugarloaf cabochon ruby weighing approximately 2.00 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$27,659Sale Price|20% Off
Ring in 950/ Platinum with Sugarloaf Ruby and Diamonds
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
1 Ring in 950/ Platinum (14.45 gram), set with 1x Ruby (Sugarloaf cut, Burma GRS H(b), 3.11 carat) and 179x Diamonds (round, 1.1 - 2.0mm, 4.09 cts).
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Estate 18K White Gold Sugarloaf Ruby Diamond Clover Cocktail Ring 6.91cttw Sz 7
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A contemporary gemstone cocktail ring crafted in 18K white gold centered by a 1.03ct natural cabochon sugarloaf cut vividly red ruby (heat only) surrounded by another 4.65cttw in nat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
54.97 Carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Ruby Chandelier Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of chandelier earrings showcasing two sugarloaf cabochon rubies suspended on a delicate row of vibrant fancy shape rubies.
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Royal Antwerp Gem Natural Ruby Sugarloaf Cabochon 10.00 Ct Certified
Located in Temse, BE
DESCRIPTION This impressive natural ruby features a classic sugarloaf cabochon shape with an attractive purplish red body color and a strong translucent appearance.
Ruby
39.75 Carat No Heat Vivid Red Ruby Sugarloaf Pair
Located in Hong Kong, HK
39.75 Carat No Heat Vivid Red Ruby Sugarloaf Pair: A gorgeous and rare gem, it is a pair of natural unheated sugarloaf-cut vivid red rubies weighing 39.75 carat.
Ruby
Sugarloaf Cabochon Ruby Ring set in 14K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sugarloaf Cabochon Ruby 8.77 carats Ring set in 14K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 59 Total Weight: 4.78 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was t...
Ruby, 14k Gold
The Cheetah Embrace – 14.80ct Zambian Sugarloaf Emerald & Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Key Details: • Gold Weight: 28.19g of 18K Gold • Emerald: 14.80ct Zambian Sugarloaf Emerald • Diamonds: 2.92ct • Rubies: 2.61ct • Tsavorite: 0.02ct
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tsavorite
Set in 18K Gold, Emerald Sugarloaf, Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Sugarloaf ✦ Gemstone Weight: 6.57 ct. Approx. ✦ Gemstone: natural Mozambique Ruby ✦ Gems...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
$6,400Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Sugarloaf Emerald, carved Blue Sapphires, Rubies & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the carved Rubies & Blue Sapphires is 5.47 carats. The Rubies and Blue Sapphires are completely natural, without any treatment and are of Mozambique and Burmese origin ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
24k Pendant for Women with a Sugarloaf-Cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (0.60 carats) and Diamonds (0.16 carats) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where e...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
Rossella Ugolini Platinum Sugarloaf Cabochon Lapis Lazuli Rubies Man Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini's Castle of Italy design collection, meticulously handcrafted in Platinum featuring a striking lapis lazuli and rock crystal sugarloaf cabochon accented by two caboc...
Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Rock Crystal, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow...
3.3 ct Sugarloaf Emerald , Ruby and Diamond 18kt Gold Cocktail Ring.
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Clear gold lines, complementing gemstone shapes. The sugarloaf emerald glowing on top. Calibrated tapered rubies, all framed by brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sugarloaf Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sugarloaf Cabochon Ruby 2.31 carats with Diamond 0.20 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 57 Total Weight: 19.01 grams "We first ope...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Emerald Sugarloaf, Blue Sapphire, Ruby & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Blue Sapphires are completely natural, without any treatment and are of Burmese origin. The weight of the Rubies is 1.17 carats. The Rubies are completely natural, without any tr...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
18.52 Carats Burmese No-Heat Ruby Natural Sugarloaf For Top Fine Jewelry Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
18.52 Carats Burmese No-Heat Ruby Natural Sugarloaf For Top Fine Jewelry Gem Weight: 18.52 Carats Size: 15x13 MM Pieces: 1 Shape: Sugarloaf
Ruby
24k Gold Ring for Women with Sugarloaf Cabochon Cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (1.49 Carat) and Diamonds (0.05 Carat) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where emp...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
Sugarloaf Rubellite, Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Pink Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A truly one-of-a-kind Cabochon Sugarloaf-cut Rubellite 24.19 carats, Ruby 5.0 carats with Diamond 1.34 carats Ring Set in 18 Karat Pink Gold Settings Width: 2.3 cm Lenght: 2.3 cm ...
Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
24k Gold Pendant for Women with Blue Enamel and Sugarloaf-cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (0.66 Carats) and Diamonds (0.15 Carat) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where emp...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold, Enamel
24k Gold Earrings for Women with Blue Enamel and Sugarloaf-cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (1.27 Carats) and Diamonds (0.30 Carat) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where emp...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold, Enamel
24k Gold Ring for Women with Blue Enamel and Sugarloaf-cut Ruby and Diamonds
Located in İstanbul, TR
Ruby (0.65 Carats) and Diamonds (0.15 Carat) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece draws inspiration from the ancient civilizations of Anatolia, where emp...
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold, Enamel
Sugarloaf Cut Ruby, Onyx and Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 5.40 carats with Onyx and Diamond 1.61 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 16.57 grams "We fir...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,705Sale Price|20% Off
Sugarloaf Mozambique Ruby Minimal Studs With Green Enamel & Diamonds In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.270g,D:0.15ct, Ruby:6.25ct,Enam:0.07g, 12 MM
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
$23,607Sale Price|20% Off
Sugarloaf Mozambique Ruby Mounted Cuff Bracelet With Green Enamel In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:72.016g, Ruby:16.32ct,Enam:0.04g, 48X58 MM
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald Ruby & Diamond Halo Side Stone 18K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A beautiful certified 4.12 carat natural cabochon Colombian emerald is prong set in 20 French cut rubies halo. A pair of diamond weighing 0.65 carats is flanked on either side of the...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,440Sale Price|20% Off
Sugarloaf Shaped Mozambique Ruby Ring With Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.732g,D:0.22ct, Ruby:8.18ct, US-7
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,919Sale Price|20% Off
10ct Sugarloaf Mozambique Ruby Ring With Tsavorite & Diamonds In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:8.058g,D:0.74ct, Ruby:10.00ct,Tsav:4.64ct, US-7
Diamond, Tsavorite, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby Sugarloaf and Diamond Baguette Stackable Eternity Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
Stackable Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Baguette eternity band all handcrafted in 18K Yellow Gold. The Rubies in the ring are all natural and good quality diamond baguettes. The simple y...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1940s Marchak Emerald Ruby & Diamond Bracelet
By Marchak
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds, Cabochon Rubies, and a Sugarloaf Emerald in the center. Signed by Marchak Circa 1940s 8 x 1/2 inches.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 3.05 carats Earrings set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.9 cm Length: 2.0 cm Total Weight: 4.79 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the v...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Verney Paris Gold 14 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold ring by Verney Paris, set with approx. 4.50ctw in diamonds and center approx. 14ct ruby ( stone measures 12.5 x 11.9 x 8.8mm). Ring size 6m width is 18mm. Marked V...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Cabochon Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 1.61 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.54 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situat...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Rossella Ugolini Platinum Rubies Cocktail Ring Made in Italy
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini's Castle of Italy design collection, meticulously handcrafted in Platinum featuring a striking Sugarloaf Cabochon Agathe accented by two cabochon Red Rubies .
Agate, Ruby, Platinum
Untreated Burma Cabochon Ruby Ring, 6.31 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
The exceptional jewel weighs 6.31 carats and its sugarloaf cut perfectly showcases the intense red hue for which Burma rubies are so coveted.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Mauboussin Art Deco Love Birds Ruby and Diamond Pin, ca. 1920s
By Mauboussin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Mauboussin Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Lovebirds Pin, ca. 1920s A very romantic Art Deco pin from the 1920s by the Parisian jeweller Mauboussin. This pin features two beautiful love b...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Blue Chalcedony and Ruby Pendant in 22karat gold
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the bold forms of Medieval jewelry, this substantial bullet-shaped blue chalcedony—weighing an impressive 50 carats—is set in rich 22 karat gold and encircled by glowing ...
Chalcedony, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Blue Sapphire Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 8.23 carats with Blue Sapphire 5.92 carats Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 13.67 grams "We first opened doors...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$1,380Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby & Amethyst Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rubies - 4 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire - 4 Carat Natural Emerald - 4 Carat ‘ Natural A...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby & Amethyst Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby & Amethyst Cuff Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rubies - 4 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire - 4 Carat Natural Emerald - 4 Carat ‘ Natural Amethyst,...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Platinum Baguette Diamond GIA Certified 4.35 Carat Sugar Loaf Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ring features a beautiful purplish, pinkish red sugarloaf Burmese ruby that is gracefully set in between four double prongs.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
4 Carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf Ruby Sapphire Colorful 18K Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A 4.43 carat Tanzanite Sugar Loaf is set alongside 1.73 carat of Sapphire and 1.18 carat of Ruby. 0.52 carat of round sapphire are set in this 18K gold colorful ring.
Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
GIA 4.97 ct UnHeated Cabochon Ruby Necklace Halo Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Unheated Ruby Cabochon Pendant with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace features a GIA certified Cushion Sugarloaf Double Cabochon Ruby with Purple-Red...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Serpent Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Setting
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 1.89 carats with Diamond 0.06 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 1.4 cm Ring Size: 57 Total Weight: 13.5 grams "We first opened doors in...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Onyx Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 2.90 carats with Onyx 3.65 carats Ring set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 2.2 cm Length: 2.0 cm Ring Size: 53 "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our store ...
Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Italian Ruby & Emerald Necklace Set In 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Italian Ruby & Emerlads Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Chocker Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace Natural Red Pink Color Rubies - 41 ...
Emerald, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,410Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby, Amethyst & Peridot Bracelet Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby, Amethyst & Peridot Bracelet Set 18K Gold & Silver open and close hinge and safety locks Natural Rubies - 16 Carats Natural Amethyst - 9 Carats Natu...
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
CARTIER Paris Magnificent Cufflinks In Solid 18Kt Gold Burmese Rubies & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Period: Modernism, 19990-2000. Rubies: Mounted in bezel settings, with 2 fancy sugarloaf cabochons cuts (4 x 4 x 3 mm) of natural intense vivid red Burmese rubies, with a combined w...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$39,200Sale Price|20% Off
Burma Ruby No-Heat 4.75 Carats Set in Vintage Platinum Mounting, Certified
Located in Northampton, MA
An enormous, spectacular four-carat cabochon-cut vivid pinkish-red no-heat Burma ruby commands attention in this extraordinary platinum Mid-century ring. The stoplight-red ruby measu...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb 1950s 18 Carat Ruby Gold and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
David Webb 1950s 18K Gold and Diamond Statement Ring A bold and iconic piece from the 1950s, this David Webb ring exemplifies the brand’s legendary craftsmanship and distinctive des...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Certified Natural Ruby cabochon ring with diamond baguette handmade in 18k gold
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
A beautiful stackable ring Natural Ruby cabochon ring with diamond baguettes. The ring is all handcrafted in 18K Gold. Its light weight and very easy to wear with any outfit which ma...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sugar Loaf Cut Ruby with Brown Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 4.61 carats with Brown Diamond 1.39 carats Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 58 Total Weight: 13.04 grams "We first opened ...
Brown Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bee Brooch with Ruby, Diamond, Amethyst and South Sea Pearl
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
The brooch is intricately set with square cut rubies and round brilliant diamonds. The wings are set with sugarloaf cabochon amethyst and the body is a South Sea pearl.
Amethyst, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,216Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Multi Color Gem & Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Multi Color Gem & Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Aquamarine - 5 Carats Natural Red Ruby - 6 Carats Natural Whit...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$64,000Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic and substantial ring by David Webb, showcasing the bold sculptural language and rich gemstone combinations for which the house is renowned. The ring features a striking ar...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 4.88ct Ceylon Sugar Loaf Sapphire Ruby Ring in 14K White Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Featuring a captivating 3.88-carat blue Ceylon Sugar Loaf Sapphire as its centerpiece, this exquisite ring showcases the refined elegance of 14K white gold craftsmanship. Flanking th...
Sapphire, Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold
$66,304Sale Price|20% Off
11.24 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Sugar Loaf & Half Moon Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
11.24 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Sugar Loaf & Half Moon Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring Featuring a rare and large 11.24 carat sugar loaf ruby with gorgeous vivid red color certified by the ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby & Multi Color Sapphires Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby & Multi Color Sapphires Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Red Natural Ruby Cabochon - 12 Carat Multi color natural sapphires and Mix Gems 2 carats T...
Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold...
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.