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Gemstone: Ruby
Style: Victorian
Style: Retro
Style: Empire
Style: Renaissance
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Opal Ruby Snake Necklace Italian Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Ruby Snake Necklace Italian Silver Chain J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN "Transformation"
Hand made in Los Angeles
Available for immediate delivery
Hi...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian 9.00ct Ruby and Diamond Bangle, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Nine stunning Thai rubies are on display in this awe inspiring Victorian bangle. The largest ruby sits at 1.30 carat with the stones graduating down from the centre to the outer ston...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine Emerald Ruby Snake Ring Gold Vermeil Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Emerald Ruby Snake Ring Gold Vermeil Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
1 marquis Aquamarine 2 pcs Emerald 2 pcs Ruby
J DAUPHIN "Eternal Renewal"
10K Gold Vermeil
Hand made in Lo...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Emerald, Aquamarine, Vermeil, 14k Gold
Emerald Ruby Snake Ring Silver Cocktail Style Sterling
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Snake Ring Sterling Silver Cocktail Style Ruby Eyes J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN "Gypsy Wisdom" Made in Silver with Emerald on the head and Ruby eyes
This Ring can also be made with ...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early Victorian Diamond and Ruby Cross
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian diamond and ruby cross, the eleven old European-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 6.25 carats in total, surrounded by a frame c...
Category
1840s British Early Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Diamond-Set Fox Stick-Pin
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian diamond-set fox stick-pin, the realistically carved fox head set with rose-cut diamonds and cabochon-cut ruby-set eyes, all set in silver to yellow gold back and pin, circa 1890, the jewelled part measuring 1.4 x 1.1cm, gross weight 4 grams.
A whimsical and delightful stock pin featuring a fox’s head set with rose-cut diamonds. The diamonds are wonderfully characterful, catching the light well. The eyes of the fox are two glinting rubies. This handsome piece, made in the late nineteenth century, may have been worn as a reference to the fox hunt...
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Emerald Ruby Snake Bangle Arm Cuff Bracelet Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Ruby Snake Bangle Arm Cuff Bracelet Statement Piece Bronze J Dauphin
J Dauphin jewelry is hand made in Los Angeles and was created by desig...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Bronze
Late Victorian Gem-Set Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian gem-set butterfly brooch, the thorax with a round cabochon emerald, the abdomen with a pear-shaped rose-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.6 carats, the eyes set with round faceted rubies, and the wings embellished with faceted emeralds, rose-cut diamonds and two pear-shaped rubies, all millegrain-set in platinum and yellow gold mount, with gold brooch fitting, circa 1900, measuring 4.5 x 2.2 cm, gross weight 9.9 grams.
This antique brooch is in very good condition for its age. Unmarked tested as 18ct gold and platinum.
This beautiful late Victorian butterfly brooch...
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian 1.40ct Diamond and Ruby Five Stone Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A trio of old cut diamonds are set between a pair of vibrant rubies in this Victorian five stone ring. The central diamond is 0.60 carat with the two at either end weighing 0.40 cara...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Retro / Vintage 1970s Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18k Gold
Located in London, GB
Red ruby flower cluster genuine retro ring, hallmarked London 1976.
Let the fashionista in you bloom this summer and step out in style and in fanta...
Category
1970s British Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 14K Gold Victorian Sapphire, Diamond and Ruby Crescent Brooch
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate 14K Gold Victorian Sapphire, Diamond and Ruby Crescent Brooch - VHK#994
Item Details:
Year: 1880s
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and T...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Ruby Silver Rose Gold Bracelet, 1890s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous elegant antique bracelet created in Europe in the 1890's. The highlights of this unique piece are the finest quality raspberry color graduating natural rubies specially pre-...
Category
Early 19th Century European Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Edwardian 0.40ct Ruby and Diamond Double Heart Cluster Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Unique in its design, this stunning ring features a double heart cluster design. At the centre of each heart a pear cut ruby is set. Each ruby is 0.20 carat in size and is surrounde...
Category
1910s British Victorian Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GCS Certified Natural Myanmar/ Burmese Ruby 2.3 ct & Diamond Ring, Vintage 1950s
Located in London, GB
Centering blazing red ruby and from it’s four-corner, design as rubies blast out with diamonds. Handmade ring Circa 1950's, excellent quality craftsmanship set in platinum. This ult...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Victorian 0.90 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Victorian period is this navette ring featuring a lively red ruby in its centre with old cut diamonds surrounding. The ruby weighs 0.90 carat and is oval in shape....
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded with Light Blue Silk Knots in between
Choker Necklace 16"
Designer: ...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Tourmaline, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gold-filled
White Diamond Emerald Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Emerald Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Bronze J Dauphin
1 marquis White Diamond 2 pcs Emerald 2 pcs Ruby
J DAUPHIN "Eternal Renewal"
Hand made in Los Angeles
This ring i...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Bronze
Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Bronze Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Bronze Victorian Style J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors"
Hand made in Los Angeles
Inspired by Memento Mori, medieval Latin Christian ...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Bronze
Rare Antique "Regard Ring" 12ct Yellow Gold English C/1868
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A fun and beautifully handmade ring fashioned in the "R.E.G.A.R.D." motif. The ring is set with ruby, emerald, garnet, amethyst, ruby, and a diamond. In this sequence when you take t...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond & Ruby Channel Set Three Row Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
A striking band ring featuring 0.28 carats of princess cut diamonds, graded H color and VS2 clarity. The diamonds are elegantly set between vibrant sq...
Category
1980s Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Diamond Emerald Ring Snake Ruby Gold Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Marquis Emerald Ruby Eyes 14k Yellow Gold Snake Cocktail Ring Victorian Style J Dauphin
This is our best seller Snake ring, Can be made in yellow or white gold.
1 Mar...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Sapphire Victorian Style Double Snake Ring Emerald Ruby Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire Victorian Style Double Snake Ring Emerald Ruby Bronze J Dauphin
1 marquis Sapphire 2 pcs Emerald 2 pcs Ruby
J DAUPHIN "Eternal Renewal"
Hand made in Los Angeles
This ri...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Bronze
Emerald Ruby Snake Bangle Arm Cuff Bracelet Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Ruby Snake Bangle Arm Cuff Bracelet Statement Piece Bronze J Dauphin
Hand made in Los Angeles
Made to order 3-4 weeks to be completed
Vid...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Bronze
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire Three Stone Ring. This incredible ring features an old mine cut diamond, natural ruby, and natural sapphire surround...
Category
18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
White Diamond Snake Necklace Sterling Silver Ruby Eyes Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Snake Necklace Sterling Silver Ruby Eyes Chain J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN "Transformation"
Hand made in Los Angeles
Available for immediate delivery
Historically, serpents...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
14ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Necklace
Located in London, GB
14ct 585 Gold & Silver 925 15.75" Necklace
Back & Chain is 14ct Gold and I believe the front is possibly silver or platinum
11 X GENUINE old mine cut DIAMO...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Vintage Ruby Diamond Gold Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in Napoli, NA
Pretty pair of vintage diamond cluster earrings set in solid 18k Yellow Gold. They are set with Natural Ruby and with two large Round Old European cut Diamonds in the center graded c...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Snake Ring White Diamond Emerald Ruby Gold Vermeil Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring White Diamond Emerald Ruby Gold Vermeil Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
1 marquis White Diamond 2 pcs Emerald 2 pcs Ruby
J DAUPHIN "Eternal Renewal"
Hand made in Los Angeles
...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Vermeil, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Crest Signet Skull Gold Memento Mori Style Emerald Ruby
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Skull Ring 14k Yellow Gold Memento Mori Style Emerald Ruby J Dauphin
Hand made in Los Angeles
Made to order in Us size 4-12
Inspired by Memento Mori, medieval Latin C...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Solid Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Solid Sterling Silver J Dauphin
24" Longh
J DAUPHIN "Billet of myself" fallen dove silver chain necklace with a bleeding he...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Enchanting Diamond and Ruby Double Serpent Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
This fabulous diamond and ruby 15-carat double snake ring is a lovely Victorian find. During the Victorian era, two entwined serpents suggested love and were often given as a sign of...
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold
Late Victorian Pearl, Gem Set and Diamond Dog Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian pearl, gem set and diamond dog brooch, the natural blister pearl dog shaped pearl, accompanied by a GIA certificate, with cabochon-...
Category
Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Synthetic Ruby & Diamond Pendant Earrings - 10K Gold - U.S. - C. 1970's
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage delicate pair of 10K yellow gold pendant earrings - each earring featuring a synthetic Ruby (prong set - oval faceted cut - 6.0 x 3.5 x 2.5 mm. - approx. .35 carats each) - a...
Category
Late 20th Century American Retro Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring or Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Victorian ruby and diamond cluster ring/bracelet, the oval faceted ruby weighing 0.92 carats, accompanied by GCS Report stati...
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wide Flip-top Retro Bracelet Watch San Marco Link in 18k Yellow Gold
By Movado
Located in La Jolla, CA
Wide Flip-top Retro Watch/Bracelet San Marco Link in 18k Yellow Gold
Wide Flip-top Bracelet Watch features a manual wind Movado watch movement in a wide Link Bracelet composed of Larger San Marco Links on outside and Smaller Links in the middle in 18k Yellow Gold. The Buckle style Flip-top has 8 Round Brilliant Diamonds and Synthetic Rubies. Secured by a hidden double clasp with safety chain.
The watch is manual wind and has a Movado watch...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Infinity love ruby and diamond ring in 18k gold, natural pearls
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique infinity ruby diamond ring in 18 karat gold. The infinity motif (a horizontal figure 8) is set with seven natural round rubies, six rose-cut diamonds, and two fine pearls. Th...
Category
1880s French Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
1890s Pair of Victorian Gem Set Butterfly Brooches
Located in London, GB
A pair of Victorian gem set butterfly brooches. A pair of brooches, set to the bodies with a cushion shape old mine natural unenhanced fancy colour pink...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Brown Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, Pink Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Belle Époque 0.50ct Diamond and Ruby Drop Earrings, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Hailing from 1880s these Belle Époque era drop earrings are stunning. Each earring is paved with 0.50 carat total of rose cut diamonds set into beautifully patinaed silver metalwork....
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage Diamond Ruby Emerald Onyx 18K Gold Parrot Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Diamond Ruby Emerald Onyx18K Gold Parrot Pin Brooch
See life in Vivid colors with these exquisite Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, and Onyx18K Gold Elegant Parrot Pin Brooch
with a...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Late Victorian Burmese Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
Vertically-set pairs of old cut diamonds alternate with three oval-shaped Burmese rubies in this classic example of a late Victorian era ring.
The ring is well-proportioned with the...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sumptuous Ruby Sapphire Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent 18kt Rise Gold Cuff - no marks - Perhaps 40's French -Cuff set with Bezel set Cabochon Rubies & Sapphires - embellished by stylized Engraved Flow...
Category
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire
Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Cornucopia Sapphire Flower Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Cornucopia Sapphire Flower Pin. This gorgeous pin is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pin has...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Victorian 6.00 Carat Diamond, Pearl and Ruby Oyster Shell Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
A fascinating oyster shell brooch featuring an assortment of diamonds, rubies and a single large natural pearl in the centre. The diamonds are a combination of old cuts and rose cuts...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late Victorian Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Twin Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian emerald, ruby and diamond twin heart ring, the ring set with two interlocking hearts, one set with a pear-shaped emerald, estimated to...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
A late Victorian diamond-set duck stick pin
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian diamond-set duck stick pin, the polychrome enamelled head with a cabochon ruby-set eye, the body set with fifteen small rose-cut diamonds, all mounted in silver and ...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Yellow Gold Diamond and Turquoise Butterfly Pin
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in gold, this exquisite piece features intricately designed wings adorned with sparkling diamonds.
The body showcases an aged turquoise stone, adding a pop of color.
Two ruby...
Category
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Victorian No Heat Burma Ruby & Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
A stunning original victorian period diamond, and no heat Burmese ruby cocktail ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Set with three sparkling antique mine c...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 5.00 Carat Ruby Bangle, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
In this fabulous Victorian bangle, seventeen natural, unheated rubies are claw set into a 15ct yellow gold setting. The rubies graduate in sizes, starting off with 0.25 carats at eit...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 15k Gold
Victorian 0.50ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, Hallmarked 1885
Located in London, GB
A lovely 0.50 carat ruby is the focal point of this Victorian ring. The old cut ruby is claw set and surrounded by eight old cut diamonds totalling to 1.20 carat. The diamonds match ...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Three stone Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Transport yourself to the early 20th century with this truly remarkable ring, a testament to the era's unparalleled craftsmanship. Fashioned from the warm embrace of 18k yellow gold,...
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20th Century Indian Retro Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian ruby and diamond ring, to the centre a cushion-cut ruby estimated to weigh 0.65 carats, surrounded by four old European-cut...
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded with Light Blue Silk Knots in between
Choker Necklace 16"
Designer: ...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Tourmaline, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gold-filled
Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A delicate Antique 18k (tested) gold chain bracelet features ruby and diamond.
Diamonds set in silver and gold setting. There are 2.19 carat and 1.16 cts of Old Mine cut diamonds. Rubies are oval cabochon, 11.15 carats in total.
Equipped with a slide lock and safety closures.
The length is 7", width - 0.6". Total weight is 11.25 grams.
Victorian jewelry is dated from 1837 to 1901. The era’s name was inherited from Queen Victoria who reigned during that time. Her significant input shaped the jewelry style of that time.
To navigate in such a vast period, historians divide it into following parts:
• The Early Victorian or Romantic
• The Middle of Grand Victorian
• The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Era
Different materials, gemstones and techniques were popular specifically for each era. Some styles though remained in favor longer than during just one period. For instance, hair jewelry made its way through Romantic to Grand period. Snake and animal motifs were also in demand throughout the era.
• Early Victorian jewelry
As to the Queen influence, Romantic Period jewelry had well pronounced sentimental vibes. It was the time when young Queen Victoria was in love with her husband, Prince Albert. And the whole nation admired their relationship. Cameos, matching brooches, miniature portraits and lockets reflected the likeness of loved ones. After Albert’s passing in 1861, the Early Victorian Period ended, and The Grand era began.
• Grand Victorian jewelry
After the incandescent bulb invention in 1870s, diamond jewelry started thriving like never before. Diamonds, being placed under the electric light, revealed their dazzling nature and looked truly fascinating.
Besides Victorian diamond jewelry...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
White Diamond Ruby Snake Necklace Choker Chain White Gold J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Ruby Eyes Snake Necklace Choker Chain White Gold Victorian Style J Dauphin 17,5 inches long
J Dauphin 'Internal selves" Made in White Gold with Ruby eyes and white Dia...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ruby Diamond Crescent Egyptian ring 5.75
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This antique Crescent ring with Enamel Sphinx is true Egyptian style circa 1900. This ring is set with Rubies and rose cut Diamonds, with a bit of enamel on the sphinx itself. Thi...
Category
Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage Retro 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Carre Cut Diamond Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Carre Cut Diamond Band. This classic ruby and diamond band features square cut rubies and carre...
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Double Serpent Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond double serpent brooch, the central old European-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.55 carat, surrounded by two entwinned serpents ...
Category
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 0.15 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Four old cut diamonds surround an old cut ruby in this Victorian ring. The diamonds are 0.15 carat each, matching the 0.15 carat ruby. The diamonds total...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage and Antique Ruby Jewelry for Sale 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.
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