0.47 Carats Oval Cut Ruby Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ring features a 0.47-carat oval-cut ruby, glowing with vibrant red hues. Surrounding the ruby are 0.34 carats of diamonds. Crafted in 18-karat white gold with a lightweight fe...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.61 Carat Oval Cut Purple Red Ruby 1.01Carat Diamonds Ring 18 kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.61Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 6177094723 Oval cut Clean Clarity 8.53 X 6.50 X 3.15mm GIA: Purpulish Red Heat Only. 1.01ct. side round diamonds. G-color vs...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.19 Carat Oval Cut Red No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.19Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 6193270038 Oval cut Clean Clarity 7.47 X 4.88 X 3.54mm GIA: Purplish Red No Heat / Fully Natural .20ct. side round diamonds. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 4.06 Carat Oval Cut Red No Heat Ruby Diamonds Ballerina Ring 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.50Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5191792586 Oval cut Clean Clarity 8.28 X 6.49 X 2.87mm GIA: Purplish Red No Heat / Fully Natural 1.50ct. side round diamonds. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.22ct Untreated Deep Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Oval East West Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Untreated Deep Red Ruby GIA Certified 18k Yellow Gold East West Signet Style Ring. Rare 1.22 carat ruby with a deep red colour and excellent oval cut. Also has very goo...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold 2.47 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Rose Gold 2.47 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring This magnificent blood-red ruby and diamond trinity ring is impressive.
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 1.54 Carat Oval Cut Red Ruby .88 Carat Diamonds Ring 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.54Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 2175098047 Oval cut Clean Clarity 6.67 X 6.19 X 4.61mm GIA: Red Heat Only. .88ct. side round diamonds. G-color vs-2 clarity....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.4 Carat Natural Oval Ruby and 0.80 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat Gold Ring, featuring a stunning 1.4 carat natural oval Ruby and approximately 0.80 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds. This ring is a true test...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
New 14k White Gold 2.37ct GIA Burma Oval Bezel Ruby & Diamond Halo Milgrain Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a brand new and custom designed engagement or right hand ring that is crafted from solid 14k white gold featuring an absolutely stunning ruby with a diamond halo. The GI...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval 12 Carat Treated Ruby and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
16 X11 Oval Cut Approximately 12.28 Carat Treated Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Size 6 Diamond Brilliant cut approximately 1 ct , Its a treated ruby prong set 14 Karat Yellow...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval 1.5 Carat Treated Ruby and 1.20 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
6X8 Oval Cut Approximately 1.5 Carat Treated Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Size 6.0 Diamond Brilliant cut approximately 1.20 ct , Very Nice quality of diamonds. Diamonds all ar...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Oval 7.5 Carat Treated Ruby and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
12x10 Oval Cut Approximately 7.5 Carat Treated Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Size 8 Diamond Brilliant cut approximately 1 ct , Its a treated ruby prong set 14 Karat Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Renaissance Revival Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have a marvellous single stone ruby ring excellently paying homage a style pioneered during the Renaissance period. This piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold with the...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Yellow Oval Diamond 0.62ct & Cushion Shape Ruby Ring in 18ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Natural Yellow Oval Diamond 0.62ct & Cushion Shape Ruby Ring, Set In 18ct Gold A unique combination of natural Yellow Oval Diamond and cushion shape Ruby, this ring is a one of a kin...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold
4.79 Carat Ruby Solitare Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A 4.79 carat ruby is surrounded by a carat of white brilliant white diamond. This elegant ring can be worn for all occasions. The Ruby used is in cabochon cut which was very popular...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Rubies 9K Rose Gold Ring Handcrafted
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Stunning solitaire ring featuring a natural ruby oval cut and 10 rubies on the ring shoulders.
Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
2 Carat Natural Oval Ruby and 2.5 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring S 5.75
Located in New York, NY
2 Carat Natural Oval Ruby and 2.5 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring S 5.75 Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat Gold Ring, featuring a stunning 2 carat natural oval Ruby and appr...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.1 Carat Natural Oval Ruby and 2 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring S 6.75
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18 Karat Gold Ring, featuring a stunning 1.1 carat natural oval Ruby and approximately 2 carats of rose cut pear shape diamonds. This ring is a true testame...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Burmese Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A very fine oval cut Burmese ruby, GIA Certified. The center stone measures 8.37 x 6.33 x 3.46 mm weighing approximately 1.40 carats. GIA Certificate #5172368409 Colorless VS cl...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Ring 3.94 Carats Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 3.94 Carats (Treatment: Glass Filling) Metal: Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 6 US Cus...
Ruby, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.43 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.5 cm Length: 0.3 cm Ring Size: 59 Total Weight: 1.60 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.28 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.4 cm Length: 0.5 cm Ring Size: 49 Total Weight: 1.95 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.34 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.6cm Length: 0.3 cm Ring Size: 60 Total Weight: 1.65 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the v...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.58 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 0.5 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 2.57 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situated in the ...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Stunning Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring in Platinum
Located in Wailea, HI
Stunning Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring in Platinum One Oval Ruby weighing 1.15 carats approximately Beautifully Red and Transparent (no visible imperfections to the naked eye or 10X...
Ruby, Platinum
Modern Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Presenting a setting in the shape of a swirl, this second- hand ring is decorated in the center of an oval faceted ruby, probably treated, retained with...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Ruby .99ct Diamond Ring Platinum Vivid Red Prime*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Ruby Accent Ring. .99ct. GIA Oval Bright Red Ruby Report: 5182151808 (VS) Clean Clarity & Transparent. 6.80 X 4.98 X 3.39mm GIA: Heat - Minor .200ct side ba...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$200,000Sale Price|20% Off
SSEF Certified 4.05 Carat Unheated Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking high-jewelry ring centered with a magnificent 4.052 carat natural ruby, accompanied by a prestigious SSEF Swiss Gemmological Institute report confirming the stone’s authen...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$112,000Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Era 1900 Ruby Diamond Ring NO HEAT
Located in Chicago, IL
GIA Certified 3.00 Carat Natural Unheated Ceylon Ruby and Old European Cut Diamond Halo Ring This exceptional ring showcases a rare and valuable 3.00-carat natural unheated Ruby, ex...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$32,800Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 1.60 Carat Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage TIFFANY & CO. ruby and diamond ring is an exquisite example of timeless design and refined craftsmanship. The center ruby displays a beautiful reddish-pink hue, expe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
14 karat yellow Gold 3.93 Carat Oval Ruby Halo and .97 Carat Diamonds
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
14 karat yellow gold, red ruby oval shaped 3.93 carat with a halo of diamonds. Sparkling diamonds on the shank, equaling .97 carat total weight, have a clarity rating of SI and H co...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unheated Ruby with Diamond Ring set in Platinum 950 Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Ruby 1.33 carats with Diamond 0.59 carat Ring set in Platinum 950 Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 6.71 grams "We first opened doors in ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.73 carats with Diamond 0.98 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 6.29 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 4.82 carats with Diamond 0.52 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.8 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.54 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.24 carats with Diamond 0.32 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.8 cm Length: 0.9 cm Ring Size: 55 Total Weight: 5.85 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.40 carat with Diamond 0.09 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 0.3 cm Length: 0.7 cm Ring Size: 56 Total Weight: 3.60 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.44 carat with Diamond 0.04 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 0.6 cm Ring Size: 51 Total Weight: 3.19 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it w...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.15 carats with Diamond 0.26 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.7 cm Length: 1.7 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 5.78 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3.06 Carat Red Ruby Diamonds Ring 14 Karat*
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 2.06Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5191466545 Oval cut Clean Clarity & Transparent 8.42 X 6.60 X 4.13mm GIA: "Red" & Mozambique Origin See report in photo ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
Gorgeous Vintage Tiffany & Co. Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Gorgeous Vintage Tiffany & Co. Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring A truly rare vintage piece from Tiffany & Co., showcasing a 3.00 carat natural, untreated oval ruby certified by...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
9K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Vintage Style Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rich in elegance, this vintage-style ring features a vibrant ruby at its heart, radiating deep red brilliance. Sparkling diamonds flank the center stone, adding contrast and timeless...
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.54 Carat Vivid Red Ruby Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 1.14Ct Natural Ruby Ring Report: 5171031524 Oval cut Clean Clarity & Transparent 6.28 X 5.39 X 3.48mm GIA: Red & Origin See report in photo 1.40ct. side round...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$208,000Sale Price|20% Off
SSEF Certified 4.05 Carat Unheated Mozambique Ruby Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional ring is centered by a natural ruby weighing 4 carats, accompanied by a gemstone report from SSEF Swiss Gemmological Institute. The ruby is oval in shape, fashioned ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 4.16 Mozambique Unheated Ruby and Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Mozambique Unheated Certified Ruby Oval cut 2.08 carats Certificate # ICA 156828 GIA certified Fancy Yellow Diamond Oval cut 2.08 carats Certificate # FBY GIA 1122898735 Yellow Dia...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
Stunning Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
stunning ruby and diamond ring has an eye catching look with bright sparkle, gorgeous color, and a glamorous vintage inspired design! The 1.60ct natural ruby is a beautiful rich red ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unheated Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Ruby 1.73 carats with Diamond 0.64 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.1 cm Length: 1.6 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 5.50 grams "We first opened doors in 1980...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$9,672Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 1.86 Carat Burma Ruby Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This exquisite ring features a vivid red Burma Ruby weighing 1.13 carats, known for its intense color and high quality. The central ruby, certified by GIA, is described as "Pigeon's ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.40 carats with Diamond 0.39 carat Ring set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 1.0 cm Length: 1.0 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 4.95 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 wh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$25,600Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Rare Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Rare Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring A truly rare vintage piece by Tiffany & Co., crafted in rich 18K yellow gold and set with a magnificent GIA-certified Burm...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.64 carat with Diamond 0.16 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 0.5 cm Length: 0.6 cm Ring Size: 52 Total Weight: 2.77 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
2.58 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new 2.58 carat ruby and diamond ring in 18 karat gold. The ruby weigh 2.58 carat and diamond weigh 1.61 carat. The total ring weight is 7.14 grams. The ring size US = 6.25 an...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unheated Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unheated Ruby 2.02 carats with Diamond 0.71 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.5 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 5.91 grams "We first opened doors in 1980...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Ruby and Diamond Ring of 14k Gold and Silver
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Victorian Ruby & Diamond Ring, Circa 1890 A romantic jewel from the late Victorian era, this antique ring showcases a vivid natural ruby, elegantly set in rich 14k gold. The ban...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
$2,099Sale Price|30% Off
3.41 Carat Natural Mozambique Ruby Ring in 18k Solid Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent ruby High brilliance, Round faceted, natural 0.99 carats ruby mounted in high profile. Handcrafted masterpiece design set in high polished 18 karats Yellow gold. Statemen...
Ruby, Gold
Star Sapphire/Ruby 22 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Star sapphires have a long and fascinating history of being highly coveted and prized as very special and unique gemstones. This rare, 32.17 carat star sapphire/ruby of purplish hue,...
Ruby, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.39 carat with Diamond 0.08 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 0.9 cm Length: 0.45 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 2.15 grams Ruby Width: 0.4 cm Length: 0.45 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 0.71 carat with Diamond 0.08 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 0.6 cm Length: 0.8 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 2.19 grams Ruby Width: 0.4 cm Length: 0.5 cm...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k 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.
Even as jewelry trends have come and gone, antique and vintage diamond solitaire rings are a classic fashion piece. Although enduringly popular as an engagement ring style, a solitaire ring — whether it's an emerald solitaire ring, a sapphire solitaire ring or another iteration — makes a fantastic addition to any outfit with a variety of shapes and settings to explore.
Solitaire rings have a single stone setting and a minimalistic band in which pressure, bezel or prongs hold the stone in place. They have a long history in jewelry, such as an example discovered in Israel with a single amethyst that could be as old as the third century A.D.
Simple gold rings with single diamonds were prized possessions in Ancient Rome. However, it was not until the 1940s that engagement rings with a solitaire diamond setting became widely popular.
After the turmoil of the Great Depression and World War II led to a decline in diamond prices, De Beers saw an opportunity. The diamond magnate teamed up with the ad agency N.W. Ayer for the “A Diamond Is Forever” campaign. It was a sensation and cemented the solitaire diamond as the leading engagement ring. Statistics show that diamonds are the most common gemstones for engagement rings, preferred by 87 percent of people. (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.)
Today, the design of solitaire rings takes many forms, and those created by Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and other internationally celebrated jewelry houses are particularly sought-after accessories. Though the single-stone setting remains the same, bands have become more detailed, with some containing other stones or even multiple diamonds. Art Deco, Art Nouveau and other art movements have influenced the design of solitaire rings over the years. However, the simplicity of this accessory remains timeless.
Browse 1stDibs for a unique selection of antique and vintage solitaire rings to accent any fashion choice.
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