Vintage 1980s 12.00 Carat Rubellite Ring with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with a Cabochon Rubellite weighing approximately 12.00 carats, Round cut Rubies weighing approximately a total of 2.00 carats, and Round Brilliant cu...
Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late Deco 1.20ct Ruby and Diamond Trilogy Ring, c.1940s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1940, this stunning trilogy ring features a central ruby flanked by a pair of glittering diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby, 2.65 Carat, Burma, No Heat, and Diamond Ring, France
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A ruby and diamond ring in 18k yellow gold, France.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
đź’Ž Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K White Gold .45ct Ruby and Diamond Band Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
Vintage 14K white gold ruby and diamond ring. The ring features a genuine earth mined round pinkish-red ruby weighing .45cts.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Burmese Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring.
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bulgari Burmese ruby and diamond ring. A natural unenhanced oval old cut Burmese ruby is set horizontally to centre in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 2.80...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.95ct Burma Ruby And Old Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
The ring is also accompanied by a CAG certificate declaring the Burmese origin of the ruby, which shows no signs of heating and attests to the weight of 1.95 carats of the stone and ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unique Vintage 14k Rose Gold Diamond and Ruby Owl Ring
Located in Houston, TX
Adorned with approximately 1.3 carats of old European cut diamonds (G-H color, VS2-SI1 clarity) and 0.75 carats of vibrant rubies, this piece radiates charm and character.
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage RBC Diamond and Ruby Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Ruby and Diamond Gold Opposites Ring. Hand set with 2.00tcw Rubies, and 1.50tcw Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 2.70 Carat Ruby and Diamonds Engagement Ring 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 2.70 Carat Ruby and Diamonds Engagement Ring 14k Gold. What a beauty!
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 6 Row Ruby and Diamond 11mm Gold Band Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! 6 Row Ruby and Diamond Scattered 12mm Band Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Five Row Ring, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A Five-Row Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Ruby weight: 3.84 carats, Diamonds: 1.54 carats, Ring Size US 6, Total Weight: 12.60 grams.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.00ct Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Ruby and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely Hand set 1.00 Carat Oval Ruby, surrounded by Baguette Diamonds, weighing approx. 1.32tcw.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Cluster Ring with Ruby and Diamond Halo, 20th Century
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This refined vintage cluster ring showcases a richly colored oval ruby at its center, its warm hue drawing the eye with quiet intensity.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Unique Vintage Concave Diamond and Calibre-set Ruby Sunburst Plat Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
This ring is an amazing piece, the diamond as the sun, and the rays of invisible set rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Twist Ring, 0.24ct
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Condition This impressive vintage 1940s twist ring is fine quality set with a ruby and a very high color graded old cut diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Square Cut Ruby Cluster Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A striking ring, set with sparkling diamonds and cherry-red rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Italian Ruby Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Elegant 18k white Gold, Ruby and Diamond cluster Ring. It is set in the center with a Bright oval-cut Natural Ruby weighing ,80 carats of extraordinary color and clarity, flanked by...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Gold, By Designer Unknown, 1990
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
An exceptional Ruby and Diamond ring exemplifying the highest standards of fine jewelry craftsmanship.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1.75ctw Diamond and Ruby Band Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 6.25, Baguette
Located in McLeansville, NC
This 14k yellow gold diamond and ruby band ring is a stunning and luxurious piece of jewelry.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby Cabochon and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous 18 carat gold ring holds a glossy ruby cabochon stone with sparkling 35pt diamonds either side.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18K Rose Gold, Diamond, Ruby, and Pearl Butterfly-Form Ring
Located in Queens, NY
18K Rose & White Gold Diamond Ruby Pearl Butterfly Ring, designed as a butterfly, featuring twenty one white gold pave and bezel set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing a total of ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
18k Yellow Gold GIA No Heat 2.16ct Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Substantial, elegant, and full of visual impact, this is a standout ruby ring with a highly individual design. Weight: 11.4 Grams Stone: 2.16ct GIA No Heat Ruby Stone: 0.66ctw I SI1...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AGL Certified 2.00ct Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite AGL Certified ring showcases approximately 2.00 carats of richly colored rubies, beautifully complemented by approximately 2.00 carats of round and baguette-cut diamon...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.53 Carat Ruby and 1.03 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive marquise ruby and diamond ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
3.17 Carat Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A unique and modern design showcasing a vibrant emerald cut ruby, set in a ribbon style mounting. This is achieved by flanking the center stone with inverted tapered baguette diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.70Ct Ruby and 1.14Ct Diamond, Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.70 carat ruby, 1.14 carat diamond and platinum cocktail ring; part of our diverse collection of vintage cocktail rings.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 18k gold ring with natural rubies and diamonds, France.
Located in ChorzĂłw, PL
Exceptional 18K Gold Ring with Rubies and Diamonds We present a unique ring crafted from high-quality 18-karat yellow gold (hallmark 0.750), combining timeless design with the charm...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1950 French Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
Ruby and diamond cocktail ring. Set with fifty three tapered baguette cut natural unenhanced rubies in open back channel settings with a combined approximate weight of 7.50 carats, f...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 4.5
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 4.5 GAI Certified- This lovely ring features one oval ruby (7 mm x 5 mm) and 42 round brilliant cut diamond set in classic 14K white g...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Tambetti Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Tambetti
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tambetti 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 6.75- This spectacular ring features three genuine cabochon rubies (6 mm x 5 mm) and four round brilliant cut diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1.60 Carat Marquise Ruby, Onyx and Diamond Platinum Navette Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Marquise-Cut Red Ruby, Onyx and Diamond Platinum Navette Statement vintage cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
14 Karat White Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring Size This stunning ring features one oval ruby (9 mm x 7 mm) surrounded by eight round brilliant diamonds set in classic 14...
Ruby, White Gold
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/Ä°stanbul, 34
đź’Ž Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
12ct Gold Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring, 2.25ct Ruby
Located in Braintree, GB
A vibrant cocktail ring set with a cushion-cut natural ruby of 2.25 carats in a swirling 'ballerina' surround of round brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds.
Yellow Gold
4.08 Carat Cushion Thailand Ruby and Trilliant Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A striking testament to timeless elegance, this luxurious ring features a vivid 4.08-carat cushion-cut Thailand ruby at its heart.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cameo, Diamonds, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Retrò ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central cameo surrounded by a frame of diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring with AGL Certificate
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold vintage ruby and diamond ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, stamped 750, centered with an oval ruby weighing approximately 2.00 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, Late 20th Century
Located in Sewickley, PA
This yellow gold ruby and diamond ring features a classic cluster of gemstone design with vibrant color and sparkle.
Diamond, Ruby
Sapphires, Tsavorite, Ruby, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Elephant Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
All the body is studded with diamonds, ruby, sapphires and tsavorite. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and solid 800 silver in a sophisticated design.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Tiffany and Co 1.08 Carat Ruby And 0.23 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Tiffany and Co Title: Tiffany and Co 1.08 Carat Ruby And 0.23 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: Platinum Gemstone 1: 1.08 Carat RUBY Number of...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Brothers ruby and diamond ring, American, circa 1940
By Oscar Heyman
Located in London, GB
Oscar Heyman Brothers ruby and diamond ring. Set with twenty four square baguette cut diamonds in open back channel settings with rubover border and an approximate combined weight of...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
0.28 Ct Central Diamond, Rubies, Diamonds, Platinum Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing retrò ring in platinum structure mounted with a central diamond surrounded by a frame of rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Pink Agate, Coral, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central pink agate surrounded by a frame of corals, rubies and diamonds.
Agate, Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2.38 Carat Round Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A timeless engagement ring style showcasing a round ruby flanked by tapered baguette diamonds on either side.
Diamond, Ruby
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Wide Band Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1980s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 15.8 grams Diamond Details: Natural Diamonds, Round Brilliant, H Color...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This 1970's design ruby and diamond ring features 16 round diamonds weighing approximately 0.85 carats and 9 rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage French 1940s Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage oval cut ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Mid Century 18k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, 1970s
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
You'll love how bold and bright this ring feels. Condition: Very Good Era: Mid Century Year: 1970s Metal: 18k White Gold Diamonds: 9 Carat Weight: 0.90 Cut: Round Brilliant Color R...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.02 Carat Burma Ruby Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent cocktail ring features a 3.02 carat oval no heat Burma ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 16k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Retro Geometric Hump Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Retro ring is crafted in 16k yellow gold and features 0.45 carat total weight of rubies accented by sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Oval Red Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 2.4 Grams Ring Size: 6.25 Gemstone Specifications: Gemstones: 1 oval red ruby Ruby Carat Weight: ~ 0.52 carats Ruby M...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
18k Yellow Gold Diamonds, Lapis Lazuli and Rubies Cocktail Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18K yellow gold diamonds, Lapis lazuli and rubies cocktail ring. The top of the ring forms a flower.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Floral 14K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring, SI1 Clarity
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Ruby Ring 14K White Gold Band Vintage Floral This absolutely stunning vintage ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White gold and set with Natural Earth-mined Ruby an...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold
An 18 Carat Gold French Cocktail Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat cluster ring set with a cluster of brilliant cut diamond (app. 1.4 carat in total) with around a swirl of a double row of rubies (app. 4 carat in total), French master ma...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring 1940s 14 Karat
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 1940s Ring. 15 diamonds total 1.5 carts, as well as 10 prong set graduated in size rubies. 13 prong set diamonds as well.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Rudolf Trudel 18 Carat Gold Ring with Ruby and Diamonds
By Trudel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A small 18 carat gold ring set with a facetted oval natural ruby (app. 1.27 carat, unheated Burma) surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds set in white gold (app. 0.22 carat), signed: T...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Coral, Emeralds, Rubies, Diamonds, Sapphires, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with seven flowers of coral in the central part surrounded by a frame of diamonds, emeralds, rubies and sapphires.
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
14k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring – 2.31 ct
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 14k white gold ring showcases a vibrant 1.70 ct ruby at its center, beautifully accented by 0.61 ct of smaller rubies and sparkling 0.25 ct of round diamonds.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Bull With Ruby Eye and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Distinctive and expressive, this is a memorable vintage figural ring with strong decorative appeal. Weight: 6.6 Grams Stone: 0.06ctw Ruby, 0.05ctw Diamond Measurements: 20.17 x 18.2...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.Â
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.Â
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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