Antique Victorian Gold 3.5ctw GIA Old Mine Cut Diamond Cushion Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Old Mine Cushiony Cut - Prong Set - Great Red Color - No Heat - Natural Inclusions - Thailand - 1.50ct (approx.) ** See Certification Details...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold GIA 1.85ctw High Quality Oval Ruby & Diamond Cluster Sides Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Deep Red Color - Heated - Thailand - 1.25ct (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info *...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Platinum Large GIA 6.37ctw Oval Ruby w/ Rose Cut Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-910854133 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 6237646021 Stone Shape: Oval Cutting Style: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum GIA Certified Oval Ruby Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ring features a beautiful fiery Oval GIA Certified Ruby that is Thai in origin. The ruby is gracefully set in between four "Eagle Claw" prongs.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
MAGNIFICENT 18k Yellow Gold GIA 12.5mm Pearl 42.5ctw Ruby & Diamond Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ Original GIA certification for the pearls & the rubies. Stock Number: MK-4901722519 --Pearl Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 6237373437 Shape: Butto...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum GIA 1.86ctw Clean Cushion No Heat Ruby w/ Baguette & Round Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-46089090 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2235667865 Stone Shape: Cushion Cutting Style...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Late 19th century 2.05 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Antique 18Kt rose Gold and silver Ruby and Diamond ring. The cluster style ring is centered with an approximately 2.05 carats stunning oval ruby, Thailand origin, accented by an halo...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
White Gold GIA 1.16ct Oval No Heat Ruby w/ Diamond Petite Halo Illusion Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Rich Purplish Red Color - No Heat- Thailand - 1.16ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
$15,600Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold 2.75 Carats Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Ring size 52 1/2 (EU) / 6 1/4 (US) Origin and treatment of the ruby: Thailand, heat treated Color and clarity of the brilliant-cut diamonds: G / VVS - VS Assay mark: 750
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
GIA 5.91 ct Natural Unheated Oval Ruby Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18k YG
Located in La Jolla, CA
The ruby originates from Thailand and has not been heat treated.
Ruby, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$7,017Sale Price|40% Off
Long Moonstone Ruby White Gold Earrings Natural Gems Art Deco Style
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold earrings with natural Moonstones and Rubies moonstones origin - Sri-Lanka rubies origin - Thailand moonstone measurements cabochon - 0.2 x 0.24 x 0.24 in / 5 х 6 х 6 mm moon...
Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.80 Carat Ruby, 0.50 Carat Diamond 9k Rose Gold Crescent Brooch Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
NOTE: * This documentation accredits the rubies originating in Thailand/Cambodia and certifies that the gemstone shows no indications of heating.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
0.75 Carat Ruby and 0.83 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Twist Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
NOTE: * The Gemmological Certification Services (GCS) lab has verbally (report number 5786-0969) accredited the ruby bearing geological occurrence common to Thailand/Cambodia and ver...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
New 18k Gold 3.37ct GIA Elongated Cushion Ruby & Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This ring comes with the original GIA certification which indicates that the ruby stone is 100% natural and originated from Thailand.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Platinum GIA 3.52ct Long Oval No Heat Ruby w/ Dual Halo Diamond Platter Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-190209003 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2231742569 Stone Shape: Oval Cutting Style: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$1,024Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphire & Ruby Panther Vintage Ring Set In 18 K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Multi Sapphire & Ruby Panther Vintage Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka Multi Red Ruby, Topaz 6.50 carat This Ring is from...
18k Gold, Silver
18k Gold Gia 7.78ctw Pear Ruby & Diamond Moi Et Toi Bypass Interlocking Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ the original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-7801016531-24051810-PAR --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 5234271279 Shape: Pear Cutti...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond and Ruby Necklace Two Tone Gold Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The custom-cut faceted rubies originate from Thailand and display fiery pigeon-blood red color and crystalline texture, for an approximate total weight 21 carats.
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Elegant 18k Yellow Gold GIA 12mm Pearl 5.25ctw Ruby & Diamond Omega Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ the original GIA certification for both pearls & the rubies. Stock Number: MK-210212656 --Pearl Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 6234373453 Shape: Ne...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Sapphire, Ruby & Rose Cut Sapphire Earrings Set In
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Aquamarine, Opal & Rose Cut Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver From the “Capri” collection Natural Blue Aquamarine - 10 carats Na...
Aquamarine, Opal, Topaz, Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
18k Yellow Gold GIA 2.25ctw Ruby & Baguette Diamond Wide Cocktail Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes w/ original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-16085090 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 1232478616 Shape: Round Cutting Style: Crown: B...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum Old Euro Diamond and No Heat Ruby Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Item #R1970 Metal: Platinum Weight: 5.4 Grams Size: 7 Ruby: 1.13 cts - Thailand / No Heat - GIA # 7235289488 Side Diamonds: Approximately 1 cts Color: H Clarity: I1 Measureme...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18k Gold GIA High Quality 2.81ctw Oval Ruby w/ Diamond Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the center ruby. Stock Number: MK-160126003 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 1232601940 Stone Shape: Oval Cutting ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Ring Cocktail Vintage 4.40 Carats 18k Gold Mid-Century Certified
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Accompanied by GCS London certificate no. 5786-1622 confirming: • Natural corundum (ruby) • Thailand / Cambodia origin • Indications of heating • Approx. 4.40 carats • Mid-Century Vi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Solid Gold GIA 1.25ctw Bezel Ruby & Diamond Dual Finish Burst Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
The earrings come with the original GIA certification for the rubies. Stock Number: MK-410147360 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Type: Ruby Origin Report Report Nu...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.20ct Natural Ruby (x3) & 0.20ct Diamond Half-Hoop Vintage Ring in 9K Rose Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This exquisite piece of jewellery is vintage from circa 1980’s it's in beautiful condition & of timeless half-hoop design A genuine eye-catcher, the piece features 3 graduating Na...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
18k Yellow Gold Platinum GIA 2.18ctw Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Bezel Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the center ruby. Stock Number: MK-170150360 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2235567242 Stone Shape: Oval Cutting ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$39,840Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 3.11 Carat Natural Oval Ruby Marquise Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This ring features a natural oval cut red ruby from Siam (Thailand) with a weight of 3.11ct, the red color of the ruby adds a touch of elegance and luxury to the ring.
Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Claris-A Certified Cushion-Cut Ruby and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
At the center is a 1.83-carat natural cushion-cut ruby from Siam (Thailand), a deep red, exceptionally shiny gemstone.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,017Sale Price|40% Off
Long Moonstone Ruby Gold Earrings Natural Gemstones White Lotus gift wedding art
Located in Berlin, DE
14K gold earrings with natural Moonstones and Rubies moonstones origin - Tanzania and Sri-Lanka (Ceylon) rubies origin - Thailand moonstone measurements cabochon - 0.2 x 0.24 x 0.24 ...
Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold GIA Bezel Triangular Ruby Solitaire Pave Diamond Dome Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with the GIA certification for the center stone which insures it is a 100% natural ruby with minor heat treatment and originated from Thailand.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold GIA Square Step Cut Channel Set Ruby 2.9mm Eternity Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Come w/ GIA certification for 1 randomly picked ruby. Stock Number: MK-17032514 --Certification Details :-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 5232570645 Shape: Square Cutting Style: St...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1935 Austrian GIA Natural 1.20ct RUBY 14K Rose Gold Flower Vintage Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Features: Metal : 14k Rose and Yellow Gold Gemstone : Natural Red Ruby, Siam ( Thailand) origin, commonly heated. Very Clear!
Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French 18k Gold Opal with GIA Ruby & Sapphire VERY Long Bar Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Cambodia B. Thailand Treatment: No indications of Heating Weight: 12.07 grams (gross) Measurements: A. 10.96 x 6.87 x 3.19 mm and B. 10.07 x 6.15 x 2.52 mm --Ruby Certification Deta...
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
J.E. Caldwell & Co. 2.52 Carat Cushion Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
✔ Metal: Platinum ✔ Ruby Weight: 2.52 carats ✔ Ruby Origin: Siam (Thailand) ✔ Ruby Cut: Oval (modified cut) ✔ Ruby Cut: Purplish red ✔ Enhancements/treatments: None; no heat, ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Pearl and Diamond Necklace Earrings Ruby Leaf Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The total weight of faceted rubies in the set is 27.87 carats. The rubies originate in Thailand and were selected for their beauty and homogeneous color.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k G...
18k Yellow Gold GIA 1.26ctw High Quality No Heat Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-160135133 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 5222822044 Stone Shape: Cushion Cutting Styl...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold 4.12ctw GIA Pear Ruby & Diamond Halo Pendant By the Yard Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
The pendant slides on a fancy diamond by the yard cable link chain. The ruby comes with the original GIA report that ensures it is 100% natural earth mined stone, originated from Tha...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pair of 18k Gold Gia 5ctw Square Channel Set Ruby Matching Guards Bands Sz 4
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stock Number: MK-16085963-24042714 --Certification Details #1:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 2235243369 Shape: Square Cutting Style: Step Cut Transparency: Transparent Color: Red...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$400Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold 0.10 Ct Gemstone Open Circle Bracelet with Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate and Minimal Gemstone open Circle Bracelet is our best seller made of 18k solid gold available in Rose gold, yellow gold, and white gold. With natural genuine round-cut Gemst...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$546Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Gold 0.10 Ct Gemstone Open Circle Bracelet with Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate and Minimal Gemstone open Circle Bracelet is our best seller made of 14k solid gold available in Rose gold, yellow gold, and white gold. With natural genuine round-cut Gemst...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
74.87 Carat Total Ruby Bead and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Each piece is final; once sold, it will not be restocked. This pendant drips rubies. The ruby gem source is Thailand. 74.87 carats of ruby beads tassle is significant.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold GIA 2.55ctw Pear No Heat Red Ruby Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-460188599 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 5232637450 Stone Shape: Pear Cutting Style: ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
NEW 14k Rose Gold GIA Emerald Cut Ruby Solitaire w/ Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
It comes with the original GIA certification for the ruby in which insures it is 100% natural and originated from Thailand.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
18k Gold & Silver Top GIA 1.53ct Emerald Cut Collet Set Ruby Solitaire Low Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Comes with original GIA certification for the ruby. Stock Number: MK-160120750 --Certification Details:-- Laboratory: GIA Report Number: 6237569931 Stone Shape: Octagonal Cutting St...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$6,734Sale Price|40% Off
Gold Ring with Natural Raw Ruby Crystal Size 7.75 US unique engagement lotr
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Stone: Natural Ruby (Thailand) Stone Measurements: 3 × 9 × 11 mm (0.12 × 0.35 × 0.43 in) Stone Weight: 7.10 carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Weight: 6.51 grams Ring Size: 7.75 US /...
Crystal, Ruby, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
$771Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.31 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Crescent Moon Diamond Ring in 14K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crescent Moon Diamond and Gemstone Ring / Minimalist ring / Gold crescent moon ring / Lucky ring / moon ring/ Gift for her / Pave setting ring Crescent ring, Moon ring, Handmade jew...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$854Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.31 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Crescent Moon Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crescent Moon Diamond and Gemstone Ring / Minimalist ring / Gold crescent moon ring / Lucky ring / moon ring / Gift for her / Pave setting ring Crescent ring, Moon ring, Handmade je...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Crossover GIA 1.10ct Ruby & Old Mine DIAMOND Three Stone 14K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Natural Bright Full of Life Rich Red Transparent Rubies from Thailand (formerly Siam) estimated 0.55ct , well saturated, with great clarity and typical inclusions, accompani...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
KURT WAYNE Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 4.22 Ctw Vivid Rubies And Diamonds
By Kurt Wayne
Located in Miami, FL
Collateral: The ring is accompanied by a laboratory report prepared by Stone Group Laboratories, certificate number 241114L-NT, stating the gemstones are natural deep red rubies from...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Roman + Jules Fine Quality Ruby and Diamond Halo Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Roman + Jules Fine Quality Medium Dark Red Ruby Origin Thailand and Diamond Halo Earrings in 18 Kt White Gold. 6 mm Round Ruby stones 2 Round Rubies Equal 2.21 cts. tw. 44 Round Bri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
German Kabirski Vitra 14K Gold Ring with Bezel Set Diamonds & Baroque Pearl
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This ring features a band composed entirely of natural, high-grade ruby crystals in their raw form, connected by solid 14K gold. Atop this unique assembly sits a lustrous, irregularl...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
MOISEIKIN 18 Karat White Gold 1 carat Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Symbol of remembrance and eternal love, the Forget-Me-Not flower has become an everlasting flower. This innovative pendant necklace made in 18 karat white gold, with over 1ct diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Coomi Uncensored "Bitch" Diamond Pendant Set in 20 Karat Gold
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
"Bitch" middle finger pendant set in 20K yellow gold with 0.72cts diamond and 0.43cts rubies. Back features stained glass-like mosaic design that spells "I am" with signature COOMI p...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
MOISEIKIN 18K White Gold Heart Shape Diamond Angel Wing Necklace
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Angel Moi ( My Angel) Necklace from MOISEIKIN captures the beauty of light in motion. At its centre, a 0.52-carat F/VS1 heart-shaped diamond is embraced by heart-inspired angel w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.18 carat Red Sapphire — Cushion Cut
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Red sapphire is a durable corundum gemstone valued for its strong red colour and suitability for fine jewellery. The cushion cut offers a balanced outline with softened corners, allo...
Ruby, Sapphire
Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold 2 carat Diamond Flower Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Symbol of remembrance and eternal love, the Forget-Me-Not flower has become an everlasting flower. This innovative pair of earrings made in 18 karat white gold, over 2ct diamonds and...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Unheated Star Pink Sapphire, Diamond Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Star Pink Sapphire 4.09 carats with Pink Sapphire 0.32 carat and Diamond 0.25 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings (GIT Certified, The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand)...
Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bochic Capri Vintage Multi-Gem Bangle in 18K Gold & Silver, 1998
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Multi Sapphire, Ruby & Tiger Eye Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Fancy Sapphire, Ruby, Peridot & Peridot 15.00 Carats Indulge in elevated Mediterra...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Diamond Puppy Brooch set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 0.33 carat Brooch set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 2.6 cm Length: 2.6 cm Total Weight: 11.56 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the vicinity ...
Diamond, Ruby, 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.