Van Cleef & Arpels Invisible-Set Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Details: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone: Round and Baguette Diamonds Approx 3.25CT and Invisibly set Rubies approx 2.60CT Measurement: Approx 1" Weight: 11.2 Grams Size: Ring size ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphires Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphires Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Multi Color Sapphires - 1.50 carats Natural Ruby -3.50 carats This Ring is from the ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
4.76 Carats Ruby Ring with White Diamond Halo
Located in London, GB
The centre stone in this one-of-a-kind yellow gold ring is a sublime pinkish red ruby cabochon, specially selected from the Haruni vault.
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 0.50 Carat Cabochon Ruby and 0.69 Carat Diamonds Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14K yellow gold with a Cabochon Ruby weighing approximately 0.50 carat, accented by six Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.60 carat. C...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Bochic “Peacock” Vintage Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Gem Ring Set 18K Gold & Silve
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Peacock Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Multi Gems Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Multi color sapphires from Sri Lanka - 4 Carats Pink Sapphire, Yel...
Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 18k...
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold&Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold&Silver Natural Center Ruby 3.00 Carat Natural Round Brilliant Multi Sapphire, Rhodolite, Topaz ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
18k Gold Statement RIng Featuring An Unenhanced Mozambique Ruby, Onyx & Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking custom made 18k yellow gold cocktail ring is bezel set with one center transverse mounted Mozambique ruby, having a total approximate weight of 2.00ct*.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
Aquamarine, diamond and synthetic ruby cocktail ring, circa 1945.
Located in London, GB
Aquamarine, diamond and synthetic ruby cocktail ring, circa 1945. A yellow gold ring set with one central octagonal emerald-cut aquamarine in a claw setting with an approximate total...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Diamond, Ruby, Peridot & Citrine Ring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Diamond Ruby, Peridot & Citrine Ring - 18K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem Ring Beautiful Natural Blue Topaz from Sri Lanka - 12 carats Natural Multi Color...
Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$13,200Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb 18K Gold & Platinum Tiger Ring with Ruby Eyes, 1980
By David Webb
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mounted in Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold signed Webb. This ring measures 20 mm x 28mm x 16.42 depth.
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ruby Ring Cabochon Oval Ruby Gemstone & Diamonds 5.60 Carat 18 Karat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ruby & Diamonds - Hand Made in Italy 18k Two Tone Yellow & White Gold 8.40 grams - mat finish (not shiny gold) Ruby Cabochon 5.60 Carat Oval shape / Dome approx size 12 x 10...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 11.67 Carat Ruby, Citrine and Black Diamond Statement Ring 8K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Ruby: 9.65 Carats — Natural Red Ruby Citrine and Black Diamond Accents: 4.02 Carats Total Gemstone Weight: 11.67 Carats Ring Weight: 0.62 t oz (19.32 grams) Metal: 8K Gold
Citrine, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Pear Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring, 14k
Located in New York, NY
A Pear Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring made in 14k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$725Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 0.30ct Oval Vivid Red Ruby & 0.28ct Diamond Vintage Fine Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Please consider any applicable import duties or taxes in your country when making your offer—we’re happy to work with you to find a fair and satisfying arrangement Product Details: ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring by Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in London, GB
Marked yellow gold, maker's mark for Oscar Heyman Brothers, numbered '19075', American, circa 1940.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Oval Cluster Ring, 14k
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby and Diamond Oval Cluster Ring made in 14k yellow and white gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Oval Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A 1.25 carat Oval Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold.
Ruby, 18k Gold
5.60 Carat Ruby Cabochon Vintage Ring 18 Karat Oval Ruby Gemstone & Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ruby & Diamonds - Hand Made in Italy 18k Two Tone Yellow & White Gold 8.40 grams - mat finish (not shiny gold) Ruby Cabochon 5.60 Carat Oval shape and Dome approx size 12 x ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 2.00ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Ruby Stone Shape: Emerald Cut Carat Weight: 2.00 Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold, Platinum Age: 1960s Size: N
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,410Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Tanzanite Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold & Sil
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Tanzanite Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience elevated Me...
Citrine, Ruby, Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 0.38 Carat Ruby and 2.46 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage ruby ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Retro Citrine 8 Ruby 10 Diamond Butterfly Ring 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Insect
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely magnificent antique Citrine Ring with Ruby and Diamond gems creating an extraordinary Butterfly. The ring is an Art Deco - Hollywood Regency Retro ring in 14 K...
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co ruby cocktail buckle ring, circa 1945.
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co ruby cocktail buckle ring. Set with eight round old cut diamonds in open back grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.40 carats, and thirteen rectangular ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$4,000Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 1.26ct Oval Myanmar Red Ruby & 0.71ct Baguette Diamond Woven Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Product Details: Metal: 18k Solid Gold Metal Color: Yellow Gold Ruby: Natural, red, standard heat- treatment, oval cut, 1.26 carats, 6.8x5.3 mm Diamonds: Natural, baguette cut, VS2,...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
4 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Ruby Ring 14 Karat Gold Art Deco Retro Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Retro - Art Deco Four Carat Mexican Fire Opal and Ruby Ring. The ring is 14 Karat Gold. The sparkling oval Mexican Fire Opal is approximately 4 Carats...
Opal, Fire Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
18K Gold Engagement Ring, Calibrated Rubies and Diamond Paving Art Deco Style
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Details: • Metal: 18K yellow gold • Rubies: Calibrated, total approx. 1.20 ct • Diamonds: Paved, total approx. 0.53 ct • Weight: 6.26 g • Ring size: EU 54 / US 6¾ (resizing offered) ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate Sapphire Ruby Diamond Infinity Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This impressive cross over ring is mid-century Superior in all aspects this ring has been extremely well hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold Beautifully designed in fascinating You & Me...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mellerio ruby and diamond dress ring, French, circa 1945.
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in London, GB
Tested yellow gold and platinum, signed 'Mellerio dits Meller’, numbered 'G25.B', indistinct maker's mark, French, circa 1945.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eagle Ring with Diamonds
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yellow g...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Eagle Head Ring with 0.36Ct Diamond
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yellow ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald-Cut Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
Emerald-Cut Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring Description: This dramatic ballerina-style ring is crafted in a striking combination of yellow and white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rud Murbach Sixties Mod Sapphire Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Finely made in polished eighteen-karat yellow gold, this jewel is in excellent condition.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Rubies Emeralds Multi-Color Sapphires, Pearls Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion ring in 9kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, multicolor sapphires and pearls. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and solid 8...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 9k Gold, ...
Set of 2 Natural Sapphire/Ruby and Diamond Rings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Set of Two Natural Ruby/Sapphire and Diamond Rings. Ruby Size 6, Sapphire 5.75 These lovely ring each feature one oval gemstone (ruby and sapphire, 5 mm x 4 mm each) and six round b...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mauboussin Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring, French, circa 1940
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Marked yellow gold, numbered '0543', French, circa 1940, accompanied by official signed certificate of authenticity from Mauboussin Paris.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1960
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Marked 18 carat yellow gold, maker's mark 'VCA', numbered 'NY5K619-1', French, circa 1960, accompanied by VCA pouch.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Multi Color Gems Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Multi Color Gems Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Cluster Multi Color Fancy Gems from Sri Lanka Ruby - 7 Carat Blue Sapphire - 2 Carat ...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k...
5.51 Carats Ruby Cabochon Ring with a Diamond Halo
Located in London, GB
Accentuating its rich tones is the halo around it, consisting of round brilliant white diamonds set in rich yellow gold. Ring Size: UK - P, US - 8 5.51 Carats Cabochon Ruby - 11.3 x...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Multi Color Gems Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Fancy Multi Color Gems Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Cluster Multi Color Fancy Gems from Sri Lanka Ruby - 7 Carat Blue Sapphire - 2 Carat ...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k...
2.29 ct certified Burmese cluster ruby ring in 18 k with 2 cts diamonds
Located in PARIS, FR
A 2.29 ct certified Burmese ruby ring in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum. This elegant ring is set with a large oval-cut Burmese ruby weighing 2.29 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Synthetic Ruby and Sapphire 0.48 Carat Zircon 0.10 Carat Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage multi-gemstone ring has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a 14k white gold setting.
Diamond, Zircon, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
This vintage 1970s era ring is set in hand-engraved 18 carat yellow gold with an enticing combination rubies and diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Important Diamond and Ruby Dome Cocktail Ring, circa 1970
Located in Miami, FL
The dome is separated by a double row of mix cut rubies, with matched color. The ring is set in 18 karat yellow gold and has a guard inside the shank allowing for smaller size finger.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Gold Cocktail Ring 2.40 Carat Natural Cabochon Ruby and Diamond circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow & White Gold Cocktail Ring set with 2.40 Carats Natural Cabochon Ruby & Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 18k Gold Ruby Emerald Diamond Pagoda Ring, Circa 1930s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
SIZE: 6 1/2″ METAL: 18k yellow gold MAIN STONES: 3 center rubies, .30 ct; 2 additional, .16 ct each; total rubies .62 ct, color purplish red STONES: Diamonds, .30 ct, clarity SI1, co...
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
KURT WAYNE Geometric Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 1.71 Ctw Diamonds
By Kurt Wayne
Located in Miami, FL
The ring has been crafted as a geometric concretism sculpture with sharp edges and substantial weight in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Fine GCI-Certified 3.17 ct Natural Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring – 18K Gold
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
It does not affect the brilliance or overall balance of the composition. The yellow gold prong setting enhances the warmth of the ruby, while the 18K white gold shank offers a refine...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Roberto Coin Appassionata 18K Yellow White Gold Diamond Band Ring Size 6 #24744
By Roberto Coin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Roberto Coin Appassionata 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Band Ring Size 6 Bold yet refined, this Roberto Coin Appassionata band is crafted in 18K yellow gold with the collection's sign...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unique Vintage Retro 14k Gold & Platinum 2.75ctw Diamond & Ruby Insert Ring Set
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Outer Insert w/ Solid .950 Platinum Center Ring Total Weight: 8.91 Grams Ring Size: 6.5 (We can custom size this ring - Please contact us prior t...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Ring natural 7ctw Ruby Diamonds solid 9K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 4.4gr
Located in SE
Band hallmarked 375 / made of solid 9K Yellow Gold. Openwork dome shaped six - pointed crown measures 22 mm x 22 mm X 10 mm deep with Back side concave shaped for best fit. 18 ova...
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold
Estate 2 Carat Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Beautiful and important 18K Yellow and White Gold Cocktail Ring centered with a Sparkling Oval cut Natural Unheated Ruby weighing 2 carat.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Marquise Diamond and Pear-Shaped Ruby Three-Stone Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
Details: Metal: Platinum & Yellow Gold Gemstone: Center Marquise Diamonds .57CT Brilliant Cut Diamonds .85CT Side Pear Shaped Rubies 1.51CT Measurement: Ring Size 5
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Buccellati Burmese Ruby Ring, Italian, circa 1940
By Mario Buccellati
Located in London, GB
Marked 18 carat yellow gold, signed 'M. Buccellati' for Mario Buccellati, assay mark for Milan, Italian, circa 1940, accompanied by original box, accompanied by Edelsteinbefundberich...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Art Deco Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in London, GB
The piece is finished with a trio of calibrated triangular-shaped rubies above and below the centre stones in a distinctive yellow gold setting.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
16.50ct Aquamarine Gemstone Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage aquamarine & emerald cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Aquamarine, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s 2.50 Carat Ocal Cut Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold with an Oval cut center Ruby weighing approximately 2.50 carats, accented by Baguette cut and Cabochon Rubies weighing a total of approxim...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Pavé Diamond Bypass Carré Cut Ruby Ribbon Cocktail Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A striking contemporary estate ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, designed in an elegant sculptural triple-bypass style that wraps fluidly across the finger.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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