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GIA Certified No Heat Oval Natural Ruby Weighing 1.18 Carats Gemstone
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
. Here's why you should consider adding it to your cart: 1. Genuine Gemstone: This oval-cut ruby is 100
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20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

Materials

Ruby

1.60 Carats Natural Loose Red Burmese Spine Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
British Crown Jewels, where they were initially thought to be rubies. This gemstone belongs to the spinel
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Late 20th Century Burmese Aesthetic Movement Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

Materials

Spinel

Vintage 1.60 Carats Natural Loose Red Burmese Spine Ring Gemstone
1.60 Carats Natural Loose Red Burmese Spine Ring Gemstone
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W 0.25 in D 0.18 in L 0.25 in
Vintage Neptune Ruby Gemstone Italy Drop Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Neptune Ruby Gemstone Italy Drop Earrings. Give your look a real sea change of style with
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1950s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Ruby, 14k Gold

Gemstone Cluster Earrings Dome Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Ruby
Located in Torrance, CA
rubies each total an estimated 0.72 carats (each). The charming earrings feature diamonds & gemstones
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gemstone 14K Yellow Gold Fly Earrings
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These 14K Yellow Gold fly earrings are stunning and large. The body and ear wires are 14K Yellow
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1960s Italian Artisan Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gemstone 14K Yellow Gold Fly Earrings
Gemstone 14K Yellow Gold Fly Earrings
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W 0.1 in L 0.08 in
Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings
Located in Bethesda, MD
, these ruby and diamond drop earrings are versatile enough to suit many occasions. ♦ Circa: 1960s ♦ Metal
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1960s Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings
Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings
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Diamond Drop Earrings with Multi-Color Gemstones
Located in New York, NY
A chic pair of round brilliant-cut diamond and 18 karat yellow gold earrings with removable drops
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Late 20th Century Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ruby Diamond Gold Bombe Large Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 14k Gold Gemstone: Ruby, Diamonds approx. 1.04 ctw Measurements: 27 x 25 mm Marked: tested
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1980s Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold

18k Krementz Amethyst Diamond Ruby Earrings
By Krementz & Co
Located in Austin, TX
A remarkable pair of 18k rose gold earrings featuring fancy cut amethyst, rubies, and diamonds by
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1980s Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Amethyst, 18k Gold

Vintage French 18k Gold Gemstones Earrings Signed MBM
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Colorful vintage earrings made of 18k yellow gold and set with ruby, diamond, aquamarine, turquoise
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1970s French Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Citrine, Ruby, Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Mid-Century Gold and Multi-Gemstone Bombé Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Mid-Century multi-gem and gold bombé clip earrings featuring opposing fields of emeralds
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1960s French Modern Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Mid-Century Italian Diamond Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
craftsmanship. These earrings boast a captivating array of gemstones, including 39 round cut rubies totaling
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1960s Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18...

Vintage Multi Cabochon Gemstone and Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
shaped cabochon gemstones at the centre including a rich red ruby, a bold blue sapphire and vivid green
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20th Century Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

Materials

Emerald

Antique Gemstone and 0.48 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold cluster earrings; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery collections. These exceptional, fine and
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1930s Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Moonstone, Quartz, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Gemstone and 0.48 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
Antique Gemstone and 0.48 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Earrings
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Ruby Diamonds Earrings 14K Gold Retro Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
clarity and G color. Six red Rubies in each earring are about 3 - 3.8 mm. The Rubies look like synthetic
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi-Gemstone and Diamond Earrings with Enamel in 18K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Earrings in an oval shape composed of 18K yellow gold and platinum with a black enamel frame and
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1990s Unknown Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platin...

Antique 1.00 Carat Ruby and Diamond Platinum Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
set round faceted cut rubies. The stunning earrings are each further ornamented with twenty-six
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1930s Unknown Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique 1.00 Carat Ruby and Diamond Platinum Earrings
Antique 1.00 Carat Ruby and Diamond Platinum Earrings
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H 0.17 in W 0.48 in L 0.79 in
2.80ct Diamond 0.70ct Multi Color Gemstone Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning pair of 18k yellow gold earrings. The earrings feature sparkling round cut
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20th Century Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Halo Earrings, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful and classic daisy cluster earrings centring a luscious red ruby. They each weigh 0.25
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1950s Unknown Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

22K Gold and Ruby Medallion Pendant Earrings, India
Located in Nantucket, MA
Lovely and rare 22K gold medallion earrings with highly intricate granulation and wire work. A
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Late 20th Century Indian Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Ruby, 22k Gold

Vintage 2.00ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Earrings, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1950s this eye catching pair of cluster earrings feature a 1.00 carat natural ruby in
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1950s Unknown Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Boucheron Burma No-Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
gold by Boucheron. The earrings are detachable and can be worn as studs or with another gemstone (i.e
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20th Century French Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 2.00ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Earrings, Hallmarked 1956
Located in London, GB
These stunning daisy cluster earrings centre around a pair of red, oval cut rubies. They each weigh
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1950s Unknown Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

FLAIR Earrings in Gold and Gemstones
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Earrings in Yellow Gold and Precious Stones for woman 16x Brilliant Cut Diamonds with a total
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1980s Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

1960s Ruby Sapphire and Diamond and Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat yellow gold, 14 karat white gold set earrings; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections
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1960s British Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Earrings Set in Yellow Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Vintage Earrings set in Yellow Gold with: - 2 Princess Cut Rubies weighing 0,60 ct; - 2 Oval
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20th Century Portuguese Contemporary Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Nava Ratna Enamel Precious Gemstone and 22 Karat Gold Earrings, India
Located in Nantucket, MA
Stunning pair of gemstone and 22 K gold earrings symbolizing the Nava Ratna Hindu mythology which
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Mid-20th Century Indian Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 22...

1940s Italian Multicolor Gemstone Enamel Diamond Gold Flower Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These vibrant retro clip-on earrings feature clusters of blossoming flowers with white enamel
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1940s Italian Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.88 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
Each of these earrings features a single oval-cut Thai ruby gemstone in a four-prong setting. Style
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Diamond Ruby Platinum Halo Dangle Drop Day Night Earrings
By Lili Jewelry
Located in Miami, FL
Dazzle yourself day or night with these Glamorous Red Ruby & Diamond Earrings.    Clip-on with
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1980s North American Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Sapphire Dangle Earrings With Rubies and Diamonds 36.27 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Sapphires = 27.30 Carats Rubies
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Burmese Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
your look with these beautiful Burmese Ruby and Diamond earrings. Metal - 14K Yellow Gold Gemstone
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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Dangle Earrings With Rubies and Diamonds 36.27 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Sapphires = 27.30 Carats Rubies
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Earrings Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold /5.3 gr
Located in SE
A pair of vintage bow-shaped earrings in 18K Yellow Gold decorated with Rubies and Diamonds
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1980s European Retro Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold

Sapphire Dangle Earrings With Rubies and Diamonds 36.27 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Sapphires = 27.30 Carats Rubies
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Bochic “IndoChina” Oriental Vintage Silver & Gold, Red Ruby Bird Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “IndoChina” Oriental Vintage Silver & Ruby Gold plated Earrings Rubies Vintage silver
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Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Enamel, Gold

Vintage Diamond Sapphire Ruby and Emerald Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gemstone earrings are exceptional quality set with impressive rubies, sapphires and emeralds and very high
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Topaz Gemstone Earrings Estate 18k White Gold Large Square Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Dramatic pair of estate blue topaz, diamond & gemstone earrings crafted in 18k white gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Tsavorite...

Van Cleef & Arpels Province Ruby Bombe Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Province Ruby Bombe Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold. A bejeweled pair of retro
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1970s American Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18K yellow gold earrings - estate ruby & diamond studs - Romantic gift
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this 18 K yellow gold pair of diamond and ruby earrings. This beautiful pair is set
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Late 20th Century European Modern Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Earrings Platinum 18k Gold Ruby Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
yellow gold, featuring ruby and diamond. These vintage VCA earrings were designed with top-notch quality
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1980s French Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Drop Earrings Made in 18k White Gold
Located in Webster, NY
Vintage Ruby & Diamond drop chandelier earrings made in 18k white gold. Gemstone: Diamond and
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20th Century Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carved Bone Dangle Earrings With Rubies and Diamonds 65.6 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Other Gemstones: Rubies Diamonds = 3.95 Carats Metal: 18K Gold & Silver Dimensions: 69 x 36 mm
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Ruby Round and Diamond Stud Earring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Earring feature 1.45 carats of Ruby And 0.05 carats of Diamond. The Stud Earring
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20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Bone Dangle Earrings With Rubies and Diamonds 65.6 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Other Gemstones: Rubies Diamonds = 3.95 Carats Metal: 18K Gold & Silver Dimensions: 69 x 36 mm
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Carved Bone Dangle Earrings With Rubies and Diamonds 65.6 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Other Gemstones: Rubies Diamonds = 3.95 Carats Metal: 18K Gold & Silver Dimensions: 69 x 36 mm
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage 0.80 Carat Ruby and Diamonds Stud Earrings 14k Gold Mexico
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.80 Carat Ruby and Diamonds Stud Earrings 14k Gold Mexico. Cute earrings featuring approx
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1980s Mexican Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 3.60ct Diamond and Ruby Target Drop Earrings, c.1930s
Located in London, GB
. Crafted in platinum with 18 carat yellow gold hinges these earrings are truly a one off. Gemstone
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

4 Carat Ruby and 3 Carat Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Earrings
Located in New York, NY
these beautiful earrings. Gemstone Details Type: Ruby 4 Carat Color: Red Clarity: Fine Weight: 4
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

4 Carat Ruby and 3 Carat Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Earrings
4 Carat Ruby and 3 Carat Diamond Art Deco Style 14K Earrings
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Chopard Happy Diamond Ruby Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Butterfly Stud Earrings
By Chopard
Located in Bellmore, NY
craftsmanship of the Chopard Happy Diamond Ruby Sapphire Butterfly Stud Earrings, a celebration of nature's
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1990s Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Flower Clip on Stud Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
 Ruby gemstones weighing approximately 5.78 carats in total. The complete piece weighs 20.6 grams
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1980s North American Retro Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 'Sertie Invisible' Gold Ruby Diamond Asymmetric Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A stylish pair of 'Sertie Invisible' gold, ruby and diamond asymmetric clip earrings Van Cleef
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Phosphosiderite Ruby Gold Diamonds Green Enamel Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of art deco style earrings with the upper part where we find 2 buttons of Phosphosiderite
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

1980S Diamond Ruby 18K Elephant Statement clip on Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Earring Measurements:32mm x 13mm Gemstone: Genuine Ruby Total Carat Weight Approx: 0.05 cttw Diamonds
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1980s American Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Estate 18k Gold Emerald Ruby Diamond Daisy Flower Large Colorful Button Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a truly breathtaking pair of large and colorful button earrings crafted in solid 18k
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1990s Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Hand Painted MotherofPearl 14k White Gold Diamonds Ruby Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
chinese fisherman walking near the river,suspended from a Gold bar with 2 oval Ruby cabs each measuring
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1990s Chinese Arts and Crafts Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

18K yellow gold heart earrings - estate ruby & diamond studs - Romantic gift
Located in Antwerp, BE
square is the centre of each stud. This centre exists out of 4 stunning rubies. These earrings are
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Late 20th Century European Modern Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Ruby Oval Cabs Gold Diamonds White Pear Shape Baroque Pearls Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 3 oval shape Ruby cabs of 4
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1990s Thai Contemporary Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Mother of Pearl Dangle Earrings With Rubies and Diamonds 49 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Mother of Pearl
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Mother of Pearl Dangle Earrings With Rubies and Diamonds 49 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Mother of Pearl
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

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Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage ruby earrings gemstone for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Finding the perfect vintage ruby earrings gemstone may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage ruby earrings gemstone over the years, but those made by Tutti Frutti Jewellery, David Webb and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A vintage ruby earrings gemstone of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring ruby, from our inventory of 202, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage ruby earrings gemstone, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Ruby Earrings Gemstone?

Prices for a vintage ruby earrings gemstone can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $10 and can go as high as $250,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,987.

Finding the Right earrings for You

In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.

Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.

Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.

While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.