Elegant Lab-Created Ruby & CZ Teardrop Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
rubies and cubic zirconia set in a rhodium-plated base. The piece boasts a captivating array of teardrop
Ruby, Rhodium, Base Metal
18K Gold With Oval Ruby and Natural Diamond Teardrop Smile Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Gold Oval Ruby and Natural Diamond Teardrop Smile Necklace Elevate your style with this
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,550 / item
H 0.16 in W 0.28 in L 0.63 in
10K White Gold Red Ruby and Diamond Accent Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Discover elegance encapsulated within the 10K White Gold Red Ruby and Diamond Accent Teardrop
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Emma Chapman Sterling Silver Gold Plated Pink Opal Ruby Teardrop Pendant
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
have been hand-cut into teardrop shapes and embedded with rubies. The pendant is made in sterling
Opal, Ruby, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Cocktail pendant in gold with teardrop-shaped ruby and 40 diamonds
Located in MADRID, ES
Cocktail pendant in gold with teardrop-shaped ruby and 40 diamonds (brilliant cut). The pendant was
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
$9,998
H 1.6 in W 0.86 in
Vintage Platinum GIA 3.76ctw Burma Ruby Diamond Large Teardrop Enhancer Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Pear Cut - Burma - Prong Set - ** See Certification
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$235Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.43 in D 0.21 in L 0.91 in
Silvorra Genuine Ruby & Diamond Cluster Teardrop Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant in 925 sterling silver showcases 4 genuine oval-cut rubies, each measuring
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Oval Cut Ruby and Pavé Diamond Teardrop Pendant in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant pendant centers on a vivid oval Burmese ruby that immediately draws the eye with its
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,150Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.75 in L 2 in
AJD Pendant of Magnificent Teardrop Opal Flashing Red & Green Surrounded by Ruby
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Magnificent 16.98ct Opal Pendant with Red and Green Flashes – Surrounded by Rubies and Zircon This
Opal, Ruby, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Ruby Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire pendant features a pear-shaped ruby secured in a prong setting. A brilliant
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$172Sale Price / item|50% Off
W 0.39 in D 0.2 in L 1.17 in
Silvorra Art Deco Teardrop Pendant with Natural Ruby and Emerald in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite 925 sterling silver pendant features a striking blend of genuine ruby and emerald
Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$789
H 0.36 in W 0.24 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.24 in L 0.36 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
beautiful teardrop necklace features a brilliant-cut White Diamond total weight of 0.04 Carat and is hung
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
Ruby Bead Drop Necklaces Seed Pearls Sapphire Doubled 14 Karat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These teardrop Ruby beads are two necklaces put together,or worn individually. One is set with
Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Platinum Diamond and Ruby Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
elegant appeal to this gorgeous platinum necklace. The pendant is set with 1.38 carats of diamonds and
Diamond, Platinum
18K Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond & Ruby Teardrop Dangle Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
gold pendant necklace is swoon-worthy. A total 1.00 cttw prong-set diamonds with an approximate G-H
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roberto Coin Mauresque Teardrop Pendant Necklace, 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Ruby
By Roberto Coin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Mauresque Collection, this Teardrop pendant necklace is composed of luxurious 18k yellow gold and features
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Illusion Ruby and Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace14k White Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Illusion Ruby 1.37ct and Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold. 18" Length 5 Grams
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sold
H 1.03 in W 0.91 in
18ct Yellow Gold, French 1990s Teardrop Ruby & Diamond Encrusted Heart Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
French 18ct gold heart-shaped pendant features an open design with a natural teardrop ruby suspended in
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 0.93 in W 0.5 in L 18 in
New 14k Gold GIA Pear Cabochon Ruby W/ Diamond Halo Teardrop Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous, custom made, ruby and diamond teardrop pendant necklace that is newly
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Marina J One of a Kind Pearl and Ruby Necklace with Antique 18k Gold Centerpiece
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
all set into a Floral design, with a faceted Hot Pink Teardrop Ruby hanging beneath. The Necklace
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Graduated Pearl Ruby Cabochon Teardrop Gold Bridal Draped Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gemstones. Teardrop shaped and polished smooth, the rubies are the color of the heart and are beautifully
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Squared Ruby & Diamond Teardrop Shaped Cluster Pendant Necklace + Chain
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
gold. The piece is adorned with numerous squared pinkish-red natural rubies and various good quality
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Custom 14k Emerald Drop Necklace 188 carats emerald 14k gold 27gms approx
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Custom Emerald Drop Diamond Necklace 14k Gold Gross weight 80 gms approximately 14k gold 6.8 approximately 150- 250 carats Emerald approximately depending on the Emerald quality you...
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Bridal Tiara, Diamond & Sapphire, New
Located in Northampton, MA
This diamond and white sapphire bridal tiara was hand-crafted by a skilled artisan in India from gold-over-silver (vermeil). This gorgeous, elegant tiara is perfectly proportioned an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian platinum diamond set tiara. This diamond tiara is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of openwork foliate garland design sections graduating down...
Diamond, Platinum, Steel
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
Emerald and Diamond Drop Necklace
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful emerald and diamond necklace with an very important look. 12.05 carats of fine green emeralds. 28.04 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds. 18k white gold The de...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Necklace natural 25ctw. Amethyst Pearls 850 Gilt Silver/ 43cm/16.5 gr
Located in SE
Early XX cent. beautiful arrangement of 14 oval cut of natural Amethyst stones and 21 Seed Pearls framed into chained clusters of solid Gilt Silver. Hallmarks on C-lock part 850, un...
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver, Gold
Fine Georgian Citrine and Gold Parure
Located in London, GB
A fine Georgian citrine and gold parure, consisting of a necklace, a pair of earrings and a pair of bracelets, the necklace consisting of an oval-cut faceted citrine surrounded by a ...
Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara/Necklace and Earrings
Located in London, England
An extremely elegant late Victorian sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and earring set, in silver and gold, circa 1900’s. This beautifully handcrafted tiara can be effortlessly...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Harry Winston Jacques Timey Burmese Sapphire Diamond Necklace, 1980s
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
The Harry Winston Jacques Timey Vintage Sapphire Diamond Bib Necklace, crafted in the 20th century, showcases an Art Deco-inspired design in platinum, adorned with a plethora of diam...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$125,000
H 4.5 in Dm 5.75 in L 17 in
Elegant 18K White Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Encrusted Crown, Fit for a Queen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very important 18k white gold vintage crown is set with a total of exactly 60.08ct of round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds, and with thirty four panels of vintage turquoise...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vinatge 1960s Pears and Baguettes Diamond Platinum Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This spectacular platinum vintage necklace is centered with 11 genuine Pear cut Dangling Dazzling Diamonds approx: 7.45cttw, H-I color, all Pear Shapes are VS1-VS2, except one Pear S...
Diamond, Platinum
$38,000Sale Price|63% Off
NWT $105, 000 18KT Gold Magnificent Large South Sea Pearl Fancy Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT White Gold and South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Beautiful OUTSTANDING MAGNIFICE...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Circa 1920 Natural Unenhanced Burmese Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace Tiara
Located in London, GB
Burmese sapphire and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty two cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphires in open back claw settings, ranging from sma...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
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
Mikimoto Tanzanite, Diamond & Pearl Choker Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in La Jolla, CA
Mikimoto Tanzanite, Diamond & Pearl Choker Necklace in 18k White Gold Pearl and Tanzanite Choker by Mikimoto features a natural Cushion shaped Tanzanite weighing 30 carats estimate...
Diamond, Pearl, Tanzanite, White Gold, 18k Gold
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.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
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.
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Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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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.