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CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.

Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.

This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.

Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.

Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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Gemstone: Ruby
Style: Contemporary
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Agate Lapis Lazuli Malachite Turquoise Onyx Cufflinks
Located in Milano, IT
This set of cufflinks is made of three different pair of cylindrical elements that can be mixed and matched to create colorful and elegant combination...
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2010s Italian Contemporary More Jewelry

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Turquoise, Tiger's Eye, Ruby, Onyx, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Carnelian, ...

Flag of the United States Brooch Rubies Sapphires Diamonds 14K Gold
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Rubies = 1 Carats Sapphires = 0.50 Carats Diamonds = 0.60 Carats ( Color: F, Clarity: VS ) Metal: 14K Gold Dimensions: 27 x 43 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Diamond and Ruby 18-Karat Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Featuring two exquisitely engraved emerald leaves and a dainty flower on a branch, this brooch exemplifies the stunning beauty of nature. The intricate ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Leopard Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Leopard Cufflinks, These come from my Feline Collection. I am fascinated with all kinds of wild cats. The leopard can reach...
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2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oscar Heyman Platinum Texas Flag Pin with Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum Texas "Lone Star" Flag lapel pin contains rubies, sapphires and diamonds. It is stamped with the OHB makers mark, IRID PLAT, and a unique serial number. Flag ...
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2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Marvel x ECG 1.86 Carat Reality Stone Ruby Limited Edition #12 of 300
Located in New York, NY
This striking Reality Stone oval cut ruby has phenomenal clarity and depth of color. It was cut and polished by the finest gem-cutters for Marvel and East Continental...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Vintage 1.67 Carats Ruby & Diamond Heart Pendant Charm in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Austin, TX
This gorgeous vintage heart pendant shows off your sweeping romance. The double row of pink-red rubies are protected by the prongs that nestle th...
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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold

Oscar Heyman Platinum American Flag Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond Lapel Pin
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum American Flag lapel pin contains rubies (4.87cts), sapphires (2.40cts) and diamonds (0.52cts). It is stamped with the makers mark, IRID PLAT, and a unique seria...
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2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold Keshi Pearl Ruby Cufflinks
Located in Milano, IT
These sophisticated cufflinks are timeless and elegant and made with four Keshi pearls in a charming oval shape, two for the front faces and two for the toggles. Each pearl is adorne...
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2010s Italian Contemporary More Jewelry

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Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Whimsical Gazelle Vintage Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a stylized leaping gazelle with grooved textured body. Featuring notched curling horns and gold granulation throughout. Accented by a prong set round cut ruby e...
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1960s American Vintage Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cufflinks
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
These refined 18 Karat yellow gold cufflinks are composed of four square rubies with a diamond nested in their midst in a stylish square design. On the back end, to hold the cufflink in place, three diamonds are set in three squares. These very well-made cufflinks bear the french state...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Jewelry

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

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.84 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Pear Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.31x7.13x2.87 Weight 0.848 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of c...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.82 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Pear Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 4.18x7.93x2.70 Weight 0.82 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of co...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.90 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.34x6.66x2.46 Weight 0.901 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of c...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.86 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pear Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.35x6.36x2.75 Weight 0.868 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of colore...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.78 Ct G-ID Certified Octagon Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Octagon Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 4.60x4.62x3.67 Weight 0.785 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique jour...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.00 Ct G-ID Certified Octagon Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Octagon Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 4.47x5.68x3.42 Weight 1.008 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique jour...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.87 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Pear Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.01x6.84x3.02 Weight 0.871 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of c...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.05 Ct G-ID Certified Heart Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Heart Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.58x6.52x3.42 Weight 1.057 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of ...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Money Clip 18kt Yellow Gold with Brown Diamonds and Rubies Unique Gift for Him
Located in Athens, GR
Money clip 18Kt Yellow gold, Circle Matte Finish set with brown diamonds and rubies. A unique masterpiece that gives a view about man's different day times, and expresses the majority of men. Ready to go and unshaved. A statement ONE-OF-A-KIND moneyclip, that gives a uniquness to your style. Title: Alter Ego Nicofilimon 2012 Metalloplasies Collection : Fragments of creativity, representing all different paths Nicofilimon has walked on during his career. Occasion: Anniversary / Wedding / Engangment Information: One of a kind - in stock ARTISAN BODY PARTS Moving parts on a body map. Valuable materials. Cosmic symbols. Processed by an attitude, dimension and motion giving hand...
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2010s Greek Contemporary More Jewelry

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Brown Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.20 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Pear Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.80x6.87x3.45 Weight 1.205 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of c...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.87 Ct G-ID Certified Octagon Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Octagon Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 3.93x6.73x2.93 Weight 0.874 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique jour...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.86 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Pear Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.02x6.87x3.00 Weight 0.861 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of c...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.83 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Pear Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.16x7.51x2.42 Weight 0.836 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of c...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.67 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Pesr Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 3.82x7.72x2.38 Weight 0.672 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of c...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.89 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Pear Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.43x6.50x3.41 Weight 0.895 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of c...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.04 Ct G-ID Certified Pear Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Pear Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.20x8.14x2.67 Weight 1.044 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of c...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

14 Karat Gold Waving "American Flag" Pin with Diamonds, Rubies and Sapphires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold Waving "American Flag" pin with diamonds, rubies and sapphires Product Details Metal: 14K WHITE GOLD Measurements : Width: 18.8MM Height: 15.8m...
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2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.88 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 5.02x6.52x2.90 Weight 0.883 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.04 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 6.94x5.12x2.86 Weight 1.042 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.94 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 5.23x6.98x2.86 Weight 0.944 cts. GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey of colored gemstones, experi...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.02 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 5.11x6.71x3.04 Weight 1.020 cts. Country of Origin Mozambique GEM RARITY: UNEARTHLY THE RAREST GEM Witness the unique journey...
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Italian Brilliant Cut Diamond Ruby 18 Carats White Gold Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, CE, IT
Exceptional and elegant Italian brilliant cut diamonds (3.09 carats), ruby (22.93 carats) and 18 carats white gold (36.9 grams) bracelet.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Ruby with Diamond 0.46 Carat Tuxedo Buttons Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.01 carats with Diamond 0.46 carat Tuxedo Buttons set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (set of 4) Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Total Weight: 11.28 grams "We first opened doo...
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Jade Ruby Oval Cufflinks
Located in Milano, IT
These elegant cufflinks are entirely made of jade, the font face has an oval shape with a smooth, bulging surface and are adorned in the center with a cabochon ruby, while the post i...
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2010s Italian Contemporary More Jewelry

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Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.50 Carat Total Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald & Diamond Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This precious gemstone bouquet showcases a bonanza of color and luxury! This brightly polished 14k white gold bouquet features rubies, diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds mixed into bu...
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2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry

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

Goshwara Ruby and Diamond Web Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This unique Ruby and Diamond Web Pendant in 18K White Gold with Black Rhodium, from 'G-One' Collection is an outstanding piece of jewelry to have in your personal collection. * Ston...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Italian Brilliant Cut Diamond Ruby Opal 18 Carats Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, CE, IT
Elegant Italian brilliant cut diamond (0.12 carats), ruby (29 carats), opal (14 carats) and 18 Carats Yellow Gold (7.1 grams) earrings.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry

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

1970s Flamingo Pin featuring Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond Weight: 2 grams Measures 1.25 inch. (length) x .50 inch (width) Gemstone Details: Ruby: 0.12 carats Sapphire: 0.10 carats Emerald: 0.10 carats Diamond Details: Cut: Round Carat: 0.08 carats Color: G-H Clarity: VS-SI Item Features: This beautiful "Tutti Frutti" Flamingo pin...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Contemporary More Jewelry

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

Polished Heart Pendant Locket 18k Yellow Gold 14 Diamonds 0.14ct H VS 28 x 32 mm
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable polished heart-shaped pendant locket 18k yellow gold, Hallmark Collection, 14 diamonds, total 0.14 ct, H VS, Measurements app. 28.0 mm x 32.0 mm About the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1950s Moonstone and Ruby Spider Pin in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Gemstone: Moonstone & Ruby Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Item Features: This very cute spider pin was made in the 1950s. It features a C...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Contemporary More Jewelry

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Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Brilliant Cut Diamond Ruby Opal 18 Carats Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, CE, IT
Elegant Italian brilliant cut diamond (1.15 carats), ruby (87.24 carats), opal (39.55 carats) and 18 Carats Yellow Gold (24.5 grams) bracelet.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry

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

Italian Brilliant Cut Diamond Ruby Opal 18 Carats Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, CE, IT
Elegant Italian brilliant cut diamond (1.17 carats), ruby (86.56 carats), opal (36 carats) and 18 Carats Yellow Gold (27.5 grams) necklace.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry

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

14k Yellow Gold Ruby Lion Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla has hand sculpted these for the guy who knows who is in charge. Great as a gift or a personal purchase. 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Lion Cufflinks. The gr...
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2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby, 14k Gold

18 Karat Gold Ruby High Heel Shoe Pendant with Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
An elegant and very special high heel shoes pendant, set with ruby weighing 0.52 carats, mounted in 18 karat gold. O’Che 1867 was founded one and a half centuries ago in Macau. The ...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique Victorian Mars Cameo Sardonyx Gold Stick Pin France
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The oval cameo shows a profile carving of Mars in an 18k gold mount and pin. This piece of jewellery was made in France around 1870-1880.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Ruby Lion Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
14K White Gold Ruby Lion Cufflinks. The great lion. Ruler of the jungle, brave, and fearless. The best subject matter for guys. Who wants to see one of these live? AA grade diamond ...
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2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby, 14k Gold

Goshwara Oval Ruby Pendant
Located in New York, NY
'Pave' Oval Ruby Pendant in 18K White Gold with Cable Chain, from 'Sugar-loaf' Collection. Please allow 2-4 weeks for this item to be delivered. Stone S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby, 18k Gold

Le Vian Couture Three-Stone Oval Ruby and Half Moon Diamond Ring 6.40ct Center
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning One of a kind Ring from Le Vian Couture. AGL certificate included. Copy of original Levian certificate included. This Le Vian ring is made of 18K white gold. It contains an...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary More Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Wendy Brandes 18K Yellow Gold Snake Tiara with South Sea Pearl, Diamonds, Rubies
Located in New York, NY
Two twisting 18K yellow gold and diamond snakes kiss in the center of this darkly romantic serpentine tiara, forming a heart that embraces a large, baroque South Sea pearl. In creating this piece, Wendy paid as much attention to function as to form: the tiara is engineered with space for hair pins that will secure it for a full day of celebration. This wearable art was created in New York City by our top-notch goldsmiths. The design is the latest addition to Wendy's snake-themed Queen of Scots Collection. That motif was inspired by Mary Queen of Scots, cousin to Elizabeth I. Elizabeth's advisors referred to Mary as "the bosom serpent" -- close to the queen of England, and dangerous. More details below: 18K yellow gold totaling 2.3 oz, satin finish. 18K blackened rose gold. 12.8 x 14.3 mm South Sea Pearl. 76 white diamonds, totaling 1/2 carat. 9 points of rubies. Made in New York City. One-of-a-kind. Worn by Victoria's Secret Angel and supermodel Elsa Hosk...
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2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry

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White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

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