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Gemstone: Ruby
Bulgari "Catene" 18k White Gold and Diamond Bracelet Bvlgari Wristwatch
Bulgari "Catene" 18k White Gold and Diamond Bracelet Bvlgari Wristwatch

Bulgari "Catene" 18k White Gold and Diamond Bracelet Bvlgari Wristwatch

By Bulgari

Located in Miami, FL

Original Bulgari Swiss-made CATENE watch with 18k white gold gourmette (link) strap. An extravagant timepiece in mint condition. A perfectly finished Cuban-style link bracelet wraps ...

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Early 2000s Swiss Ruby Watches

Materials

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

Titus Late Art Deco Odeonesque Concealed Cocktail Bracelet Watch Diamonds Gold
Titus Late Art Deco Odeonesque Concealed Cocktail Bracelet Watch Diamonds Gold

Titus Late Art Deco Odeonesque Concealed Cocktail Bracelet Watch Diamonds Gold

By Titus

Located in Lisbon, PT

Art Deco diamond and synthetic ruby odeonesque concealed bracelet and cocktail watch in 19.2kt yellow gold and platinum, signed Titus, Portugal, 1940s. This exquisite piece boasts a ...

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1940s Portuguese Art Deco Vintage Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

GLYCINE Art Deco Platinum Ruby & Diamond Watch 2.50ctw
GLYCINE Art Deco Platinum Ruby & Diamond Watch 2.50ctw

GLYCINE Art Deco Platinum Ruby & Diamond Watch 2.50ctw

By Glycine

Located in Narberth, PA

A fabulous platinum, diamond, and ruby Glycine watch from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! This gorgeous watch has a rectangle-shaped watch face, which is surrounded by a wonderful and feminine design that is encrusted with sparkling diamonds and calibrated rubies. The clock belly has a white face with handprinted black numbers and blued steel hands. Around the face are 42 bead set single cut diamonds separated by milgrain detailing with floral motif etchings adorning the side of the watchcase and crown. Connected to each side of the centerpiece by a hinge is a platinum link containing 4 bead set single cut diamonds flanking bezel set triangle cut diamonds which is surrounded by calibrated channel set diamonds. The band of the watch is made of platinum mesh framed on each side by 48 single cut diamonds, each stone bead set into a milgrained link, making a beautifully flexible design. The watch is secured by a push catch with a bar safety feature, which is also set with an additional 6 single cut diamonds. The overall approximate diamond weight of the watch is approximately 2.50ctw. The underside of the clasp is stamped "5% Iridium Plat". The movement is a 17 jewel Swiss movement made by Glycine Watch Co., which later became renowned for their military and aviator watches...

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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

18K Rose Gold Ruby Bracelet Watch by Zenith, Swiss, Circa 1950s
18K Rose Gold Ruby Bracelet Watch by Zenith, Swiss, Circa 1950s

18K Rose Gold Ruby Bracelet Watch by Zenith, Swiss, Circa 1950s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

18 karat rose gold Zenith bracelet watch with soft links and lid decorated with set rubies in star motifs / Made in Switzerland 1950s

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Mid-20th Century Italian Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Day-Date II Diamond & Ruby Dial 218238
Rolex Day-Date II Diamond & Ruby Dial 218238

Rolex Day-Date II Diamond & Ruby Dial 218238

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A yellow gold 41mm Day-Date II by Rolex. Featuring a champagne dial set with 8 baguette cut diamonds and 2 baguette cut rubies. The fluted bezel, president bracelet and concealed Crownclasp are signature characteristics of a Day-Date. Fitted with a sapphire crystal and self-winding automatic movement. This piece is in excellent condition, still with it's Rolex factory service...

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2010s Swiss Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1.56 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch in White Gold Art Deco
1.56 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch in White Gold Art Deco

1.56 Carat Ruby 1.02 Carat Diamond Ladies Cocktail Watch in White Gold Art Deco

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive vintage Art Deco 1.56 carat ruby and 1.02 carat diamond ladies cocktail watch crafted in 9k white gold; part of our vintage watch collection. This stunning ladies vintage cocktail watch...

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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, White Gold

French 1940s Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Watch
French 1940s Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Watch

French 1940s Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch Watch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Brooch watch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark and platinum dog's head hallmark. An original antique piece, this watch features a domed rectangular case with a black ename...

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1940s French Retro Vintage Ruby Watches

Materials

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

Exquisite Hunter-Case Swiss Pocket Gold Watch Courvoisier, 1870
Exquisite Hunter-Case Swiss Pocket Gold Watch Courvoisier, 1870

Exquisite Hunter-Case Swiss Pocket Gold Watch Courvoisier, 1870

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Exquisite Gold hunter-case Swiss pocket watch COURVOISIER #10673. Golden case with three 43mm/1.69in extrathin lids showing a beautiful dècor of a peasant with a pitcher by a well an...

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Late 19th Century Antique Ruby Watches

Materials

Ruby, Gold

Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby & Diamond Bezel with Pink Two Row Diamond Dial Watch
Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby & Diamond Bezel with Pink Two Row Diamond Dial Watch

Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby & Diamond Bezel with Pink Two Row Diamond Dial Watch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby & Diamond Bezel with Pink Two Row Diamond Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014. This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible...

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1990s Swiss Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Vintage Omer 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Ladies Pendant Watch
Vintage Omer 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Ladies Pendant Watch

Vintage Omer 9ct Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Ladies Pendant Watch

Located in London, GB

A charming vintage ladies' pendant watch crafted in 9ct yellow gold, adorned with sparkling diamonds and vibrant rubies. This elegant timepiece combines functionality with timeless ...

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2010s British Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Yellow Gold

U-Boat Ceramic 42 mm Automatic Wristwatch
U-Boat Ceramic 42 mm Automatic Wristwatch

U-Boat Ceramic 42 mm Automatic Wristwatch

Located in Vannes, FR

This watch is powered by an automatic movement, which means it's powered by the natural movement of your wrist, eliminating the need for batteries. This gives you a hassle-free watch...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Ruby Watches

Materials

Black Diamond, Ruby

UTI Watch Caged Birds Brooch in 18 Carat Gold circa 1950 Ruby Sapphire Diamonds
UTI Watch Caged Birds Brooch in 18 Carat Gold circa 1950 Ruby Sapphire Diamonds

UTI Watch Caged Birds Brooch in 18 Carat Gold circa 1950 Ruby Sapphire Diamonds

Located in Paris, FR

UTI Watch caged Birds Brooch in yellow Gold 18 Carat circa 1950. One Bird with a Body composed of a Sapphire and a Head composed of a Diamond, the other Bird...

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1950s Swiss Vintage Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Deaville Retro 14K White Gold With Ruby & Diamonds Ladies Watch
Deaville Retro 14K White Gold With Ruby & Diamonds Ladies Watch

Deaville Retro 14K White Gold With Ruby & Diamonds Ladies Watch

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

This exquisite watch is a perfect blend of luxury and sophistication, crafted from 14k white gold. It showcases 3.5 carats of striking red baguette-cut rubies, which add a bold splas...

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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

1940's Retro Ruby and Diamond Watch "Charlin"
1940's Retro Ruby and Diamond Watch "Charlin"

1940's Retro Ruby and Diamond Watch "Charlin"

Located in Wailea, HI

1940s 14K Retro Charlin Watch – A Golden Piece of Hollywood History Step back in time with this exquisite 14K gold Charlin watch, a stunning 1940s retro timepiece adorned with Burm...

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Mid-20th Century North American Retro Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Retro Cocktail Watch, circa 1940's
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Retro Cocktail Watch, circa 1940's

Vintage Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Retro Cocktail Watch, circa 1940's

Located in London, GB

Complete your statement collection with this unique 1940's wristwatch that perfectly combines retro elegance with the striking brilliance of diamond's and the lively colour of rubies. This one of a kind watch was carefully crafted, with impeccable care to detail, in solid 18 carat white gold and showcases an unusual intricate design with great appeal. The intriguing timepiece features a delicate 13X6mm off-white dial which is decorated with black Arabic numerals and blued-steel dainty hands. Bordering the rectangular face at the top and bottom there are thick bombé rims encrusted with alternating rows of old cut diamonds and vibrant red round rubies, followed by horn shaped sections, also decorated with old cut diamonds and round rubies, which perfectly connect the bracelet to the case. The piece is further fitted with a flexible high-polish white gold snake chain bracelet...

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1940s European Retro Vintage Ruby Watches

Materials

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

Rolex Black String Datejust Two Tone Side Diamonds + Rubies 68273
Rolex Black String Datejust Two Tone Side Diamonds + Rubies 68273

Rolex Black String Datejust Two Tone Side Diamonds + Rubies 68273

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust 2 Tone Oyster Bracelet and Black Color String Diamond Accent Dial 68273

Category

1990s Swiss Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visibl...

Category

1990s Swiss Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial with Diamond Lugs & Diamond/Ruby Bezel
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial with Diamond Lugs & Diamond/Ruby Bezel

Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial with Diamond Lugs & Diamond/Ruby Bezel

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 36mm Datejust White Roman Dial with Diamond Lugs & Diamond/Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 16013

Category

1990s Swiss Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust Custom Blue Vignette Diamond Dial Rubies on Bezel & Diamonds
Rolex Datejust Custom Blue Vignette Diamond Dial Rubies on Bezel & Diamonds

Rolex Datejust Custom Blue Vignette Diamond Dial Rubies on Bezel & Diamonds

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Rolex 31mm Datejust with custom Blue Vignette Diamond Dial+ Rubies on a Bezel+Diamond Lugs 68274 This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visib...

Category

1990s Swiss Ruby Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel

Ruby Watches for Sale on 1stDibs

Shopping for an accessory featuring a deep red gem that is the color of heat and passion? Find unique vintage and antique ruby watches today on 1stDibs.

Choosing a piece of ruby jewelry can be a little like choosing a red lipstick. When it comes to these stones, the truest, most vivid reds are fiery, skewing slightly orange. Other shades are deeper, with blue undertones, for a pinker, raspberry color.

Ruby wristwatches and pocket watches feature 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. 

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. (Given the stone's durability and its relationship with romance, a ruby engagement ring is a brilliant choice if your budget permits and your sense of style leans toward the unexpected.)

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.

A decorative watch is the world’s most versatile accessory. Whether in bracelet, pendant, brooch or ring form — or a more conventional timepiece set with rubies and other gems — jewelry watches can be worn with anything from casual looks to cocktail wear to full evening dress. And yes, it is perfectly acceptable — in fact, perfectly au courant — to wear a watch with a ball gown, despite some objections to the contrary. Watchmakers have tucked their movements into all manner of precious baubles, from lapel pins to cocktail rings. The result is dazzling, wearable art that will get you to the party on time.

King Edward VII of England called Cartier the “jeweler of kings and king of jewelers.” Established in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, the French maison was from its beginnings a darling of the aristocracy. But it was the founder’s grandson, Louis Cartier, who cemented its reputation as a trendsetting watchmaker. The brand, refusing to be confined by the round form, is the master of shaped watches. In fact, a 3D, semicylindrical case of a notable 1941 model is flanked by festive flower clusters composed of 16 rubies totaling four carats. The floral motif was a house favorite during the prewar era.

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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