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Art Deco Style 2.23 Carat White Diamond Opal Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.18 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 2.23 Carat White Diamond Opal Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.18 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Worboys Vintage Diamond and Gemstone Ram s Head Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
with a large cabochon Emerald (7.5mm x 5mm), an oval faceted ruby (6.7mm x 5mm), turquoise (3.5mm x 2mm
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

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

3.54 Carat Natural White Opal and Diamond Vintage Ring Set in 18K White Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

9.03 Carat, Natural Fire Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage French Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Statement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage French Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Statement Ring. Featuring one oval cabochon
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Vintage 1970s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1880 Antique Ring In 14Kt Gold With 8.95 Ctw In Opal And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
. Hallmarks: No marks, the ring was electronically tested for 14 karats gold and .800 silver on top
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Multicolor Gemstone and Diamond Cocktail Ring set in 18 Karat CA 1960
Located in Miami, FL
sapphires and rubies, with diamonds. The ring was created in 18 karat yellow gold. The estimated weight of
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

CARTIER Paris Tutti Frutti St Petersburg Ring In Platinum With Carved Gems &
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
they are made up of brightly colored gemstones (like sapphires, rubies and emeralds) carved using
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1990s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Carnelian, Chalcedony, Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Art Deco Style 0.40 Carat White Diamond Turquoise Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Oval Cut Opal White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Oval Cut Opal White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Oval Cut Opal White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
message to solve the problem. This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.35 Carats of White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multigem Cocktail Ring
Located in Darnestown, MD
statement. They have a cabochon ruby, diamond and emerald. Surrounding these stones are approximately 3
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet. Featuring three cabochon
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Vintage Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet. Featuring three cabochon
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Vintage Tutti Frutti Ring and Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a colorful array of cabochon emeralds, rubies and sapphires, studded with diamonds totaling
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Vintage 1950s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold

9.03 Carat Natural Mexican Fire Opal Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum and 18k
Located in Tokyo, JP
and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Arcese Rome Diamonds, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald Gold Trio Of Bangle Bracelets
Located in Napoli, NA
Gorgeus trio of bracelets in 18 kt yellow gold, set with Natural sapphires, rubies, emeralds and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

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

9.03 Carat, Natural Fire Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum and 18k
Located in Tokyo, JP
and earrings. Our Jewelry comprises of exquisite stones such as Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires
Category

20th Century Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Modernist 14k Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in Birmingham, AL
the angle of the pendant. It is made in 14k yellow gold with 5 cabochon rubies, 6 cabochon emeralds, 4
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mid Century French Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Bird Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid Century French Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Bird Brooch. Featuring one cabochon cut emerald of
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Large Multi Gem Domed Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cabochon emeralds, rubies and sapphires, together weighing approximately 60.00 carats, seventeen round
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Emerald Ruby and Diamond Yellow and White Gold Dragon Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
bezel set cabochon cut emeralds. The 18k yellow gold curved tapering body has a groove decorated scaled
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Vintage 1950s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

19th Century Emerald Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
representing a bee in flight, this antique jewel is set with a cabochon emerald, rose-cut diamonds and 2 rubies
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silv...

8.30Ct Emerald, Ruby, Diamond and Seed Pearl, 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 8.30 carat natural emerald, ruby, diamond and seed pearls
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Vintage 1920s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carving Emerald Ruby Diamond Art Deco Style Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
carved and cabochon natural emeralds. The curvaceous border glistens with round cut diamonds and lines of
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Charm Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Rubies, Emeralds, and Sapphires
Located in Lucerne, CH
fertility. Attached to the anchor bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold are bunches of grapes made of ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

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

Emerald Yellow Diamond Ruby Art Deco Style Frog Brooch in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Ruby Shape: Round Cabochon Number: 2 Size: 3 mm. Weight: 0.40 Carat (approx.) Gemstones II Type
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

White Diamond Emerald Ruby Mediterranean Red Coral Peridot Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
inspired by Art Nouveau. These Earrings are available with main central Rubies, Blue Sapphires or Emeralds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Stud Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow G...

Art Nouveau Style Emerald Ruby Sapphire Turquoise Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. These Earrings
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Turquoise, 9k G...

Art Nouveau Style Emerald Ruby Sapphire Turquoise Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. These Earrings
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Turquoise, 9k G...

Victorian Natural Ruby and Emerald Mythical Creature Hinged Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
. Two bright green emerald cabochons stud the eyes and eight gorgeous natural rubies (weighing
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold

1880 s Victorian Demantoid Garnet Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Statement Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a bezel set ruby cabochon weighing approximately 3.00 carats - medium dark red in color Accented
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Antique 1880s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Christian Dior 1980s Gold Link Carved Glass Cabochon Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
glass emerald, ruby, and sapphire cabochon ball pendants. The glass cabochons have intentional
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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Georgian 1820 Antique Convertible Brooch 18kt Gold 5.54 Ctw in Diamonds Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
. Emerald: Mounted with 1 semi round cabochon cut (7.1 x .2 x 4.5 mm) of a natural Colombian vivid green
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Antique 1820s English George IV Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georgian 1810 Antique Convertible Brooch 18Kt Gold 6.48 Ctw in Emeralds Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
, rubies and garnets were widely used in Georgian jewellery, often cut in the shape of a cabochon or
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Antique 1810s English Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sapphires intertwine with four captivating cabochon rubies, and four alluring cabochon emeralds. Each
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Vintage 1970s Link Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Van Cleef Arpels Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chat Malicieux Brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cabochon cut oval onyx, one cabochon cut emerald weighing approximately 0.10 carat, and one round mixed cut
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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Materials

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

David Webb Cuff Bracelet In 18kt Yellow Gold With 6.07 Cts In Color Gemstones
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
cabochon cut (7 x 6 x 5 mm) of a translucent Colombian green emerald of about 1.54 carats. Ruby: Mount in
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

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

1960’s Sputnik Gold Diamond and Gemstone Ring
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1960’s Sputnik gold diamond and gemstone ring. Set with three yellow green rectangular set emeralds
Category

Mid-20th Century Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Dancer Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
shimmers with a richly colored amethyst cabochon. Flowing accents of ruby, sapphire, and emerald doublets
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold

Rare Victorian Holbeinesque Gem Set Enamel Gold Pendant Locket Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
exposes square-cut & pear-shaped emeralds cumulatively weighing approx. 2.23 ct, ruby cabochons and pear
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Edwardian Art Nouveau 1900 Scarab Brooch Gold Silver Diamonds And Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
mined natural gemstones such: blue sapphires, rubies, European rose cut diamonds and one green emerald
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Ye...

Lucien Piccard 1970s Gold Jeweled Pendant Necklace
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
bottom of the floral design are mounted two square cut glass ruby cabochons. The necklace is 22 inches
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Victorian 18K Yellow Gold, Blue Enamel and 3.0 Carat Diamond Snake Wrap Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
: Victorian Year: c.1880 Material: 18k Yellow Gold, 3.0cts. Old Mine Cut Diamonds, Cabochon Ruby and Blue
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Black Opal and Multi Gemstone Vintage Style Exotic Bird Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
one of nature’s creation. The body and tail of the parrot features diamonds, emeralds, rubies, blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1920 Mughal Tutti Frutti Necklace Silver 303.69 Cts Gemstone And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
brightly colored gemstones (like sapphires, rubies and emeralds) carved using Indian techniques and set in
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Fluorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...

Bvlgari Tubogas Cabochon Ruby, Emerald Sapphire Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Bvlgari Tubogas Cabochon Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Ring 18-karat yellow, expandable iconic Bvlgari
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20th Century American Retro Band Rings

Materials

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

1.76 Carat Cabochon Ruby Emerald Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made of 18k white gold ring, this ring centers a lovely cabochon ruby that weighs 1.76ct
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20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold Band Ring with 3 Cabochon Gemstones - Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby
Located in Magenta, IT
An 18k yellow gold band ring with an oval cabochon-cut sapphire, emerald, and ruby. Probably mid
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Mid-20th Century French Byzantine Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Seaman Schepps 14K White Gold Diamond Cabochon Ruby Emerald Ring
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
cabochon cut rubies & 4 cabochon cut emeralds Accent ring top is curved for a perfect fit Ring Size: 7.5
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20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

18kt White, Yellow Pink Gold Ring with Cabochon Sapphire, Emerald Ruby
By Micheletto
Located in Antwerp, BE
Micheletto 18kt White, Yellow & Pink Gold Ring With Cabochon Sapphire, Emerald & Ruby Can be
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan More Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

Cabochon Emerald with Ruby Diamond Onyx Halo Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A beautiful certified 3.2 carat natural cabochon emerald is prong set in 16 French cut rubies and
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Ruby Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
emerald cabochon and two .15 carat ruby accents. In ring size 7, the band width graduates from the back
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Vintage 1960s Indian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Emerald Ring
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
: Ruby Cabochon, Emerald Cabochon Measurements: 25 x 26.96 x 21.33mm Size: 6.5 Hallmark: A21, 750 Greece
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20th Century Byzantine Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Lalaounis emerald ruby 18k yellow gold ring
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Lalaounis 18k yellow gold ring showcases a 1.70-carat cabochon cut emerald, accented
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Vintage 1970s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Ruby Emerald Cabochon Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact ruby emerald cabochon gold ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect ruby emerald cabochon gold ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing ruby emerald cabochon gold ring — no matter the origin — is easy, but David Webb, Bulgari and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our ruby emerald cabochon gold ring for sale are for women, but there are 37 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Ruby Emerald Cabochon Gold Ring?

The price for a ruby emerald cabochon gold ring starts at $535 and tops out at $124,595 with these rings, on average, selling for $6,733.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.