Skip to main content

Yellow Diamond Ring With Rubies

to
1,745
5,679
3,346
5,562
4,018
1,815
1,673
881
747
595
395
361
306
276
223
223
171
144
132
126
113
110
101
71
61
39
38
38
29
25
13
12
10
9
8
5
5
5
4
3
2
1
1
1
1
1
579
562
154
146
126
Sort By
Yellow Gold 36 Carat Ruby Cabochon Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold cocktail ring, with center approx. 36 carat ruby (measures approx. 21.1 x 16.6
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Ruby Solitaire and Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
. Center Stone: Ruby .40 carat Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring size: 7 (can be resized)
Category

2010s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Ruby Ring with Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Ring featuring a pink oval-cut Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Aesthetic Movement Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring 18k Oval .70ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Stone Information Natural Ruby Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .60ct Cut: Oval Natural Diamonds Carat(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Ring with Central Cabochon Ruby
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- A bold 18kt yellow gold ring featuring a captivating
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Ruby Diamond Ring Enhancer in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ruby & Diamond Ring Enhancer in 18kt Yellow Gold Introducing this stunning ring, masterfully
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Yellow Gold Created Ruby and Diamond Snake Ring
Located in New York, NY
: 5.7 grams Stone: Created Ruby, Diamond Measurements: 17.3 x 9.6 x 4.6mm Size: 5.5 Metal: 13k Yellow
Category

Early 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Rivière Ring
Located in Bergamo, BG
This elegant 18k yellow gold rivière ring combines sparkling diamonds and vivid rubies in a sleek
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Rectangular-Cut Ruby and Natural Diamond Halo
Located in Bergamo, BG
A sophisticated 18k yellow gold ring featuring a striking rectangular-cut ruby surrounded by a halo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Cocktail Ring in 20K Yellow Gold with 4.08-carat Ruby and Diamonds
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Luminosity Cocktail Ring Set in 20 karat Yellow Gold with 4.08-carat Ruby and 2.11-carat Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

1960s Ruby and Diamond Baguette Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a breathtaking 1960s 18K yellow gold ring that features bright white baguette diamonds and
Category

Vintage 1960s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Diamond Ring for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Ring Yellow Gold 14 K Ring Size: 7 Total Ring Weight: 5.2 Grams Total Natural diamond weight is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Trombino 18kt Yellow Gold Ring 2.09ct Ruby Diamonds With GRS Cert
By Bulgari
Located in Antwerp, BE
Bvlgari Trombino 18kt Yellow Gold Ring With 2.09ct Ruby and 1.12ct Diamonds from Estate Sultan
Category

20th Century Italian Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro diamond ruby 18k yellow gold tank ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Retro ring from the 1940s is crafted in 18k yellow gold with platinum accents and features an
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Shark Fin Ruby Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Shark Fin Ruby Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This sculptural ring is crafted in 14k yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Ruby Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
weight 11.90 grams Ruby weight 0.30 karat Diamonds weight 1.44 karat Ring size 19.50 ITA - 9 USA (all
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Snake Diamonds Rubies 18 Karat Yellow Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This stunning and character-rich ring is crafted entirely in 18-karat yellow gold, designed in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marquise East West Ruby Ring with Round Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold ring with round diamonds weighing 0.10 carat total and one marquise shaped ruby
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Yellow Gold Ring with Pear and Baguette 0.90Ct Diamond 0.51Ct. Ruby
By Effevi
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18 karat yellow gold ring. This " V" shaped ring is set with 2 pear shaped diamonds and 1
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
- 14K Yellow Gold - 18 = 0.36 twt Baguette cut diamond - .94 CT Round cut ruby - Contemporary
Category

Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Basket Weave Ring with Central Ruby and Diamond Flower
Located in Bergamo, BG
A luxurious wide band ring crafted in 18k yellow gold, showcasing an intricate basket-weave design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Ruby Cabochon Cocktail Ring with Rubies and Diamonds, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Ruby Cabochon Cocktail Ring with Rubies and Diamonds made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The total
Category

1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Cabochon Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted this 18 karat yellow gold ring features a pigeon
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning 18k yellow gold ring features a vibrant ruby as its centerpiece, beautifully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Rosecut Ruby Ring With Diamond Butterfly Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:7.911g,D:0.78ct, Ruby:6.08ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Ruby Diamond Versatile Ring Band 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
timeless sparkle in a bold, two-in-one design. Expertly crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, the ring features
Category

1990s Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Carre-Cut Rubies and Checkerboard-Set Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
This exquisite 18k yellow gold ring features a striking design with carre-cut rubies and brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Ring with sapphire, ruby, emerald and brilliant cut diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with ruby, sapphire, emerald, and brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.40 ct - F
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 5.06ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 9 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold &
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold GIA Certified Ruby Diamond Ring 6.2g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' ruby and diamond ring in 14k yellow gold setting. Stamped 14k and weighs 6.2 grams gross
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
Ruby weight 2 karat Diamonds weight 1.45 karat Ring size 14.50 ITA - 7.15 USA (all rings are can be
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring MF07-101725
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Theres something incredibly captivating about this detailed 18K Yellow Gold ring. At the top of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
rubies. The design of the ring features a harmonious series of sparkling diamonds, alternated with deep
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Cabochon with Uncut Diamonds Enamel Ring Handcrafted in 22K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
A natural pink Ruby Cabochon set in 22k Gold with uncut diamonds all around making a beautiful
Category

2010s Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Cluster Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant vintage ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and designed with a striking cluster of
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.71 Carat Ruby Ring with Diamonds, Lady Di
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt Yellow Gold 1.71 Carat Ruby Ring with Diamonds, Lady Di Model Ruby: 1.71 Carat
Category

20th Century European Artisan More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow gold flower pavé ring set with diamonds, sapphire, ruby and peridots
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A handmade 18k yellow and white gold cocktail band ring pave set with brilliant cut diamonds
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Dome Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold 11ct Ruby Cabochon and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold mounting. The ruby displays vivid red tones and is accented by bright white diamonds that
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Snake Shaped Long Ring With Ruby Sapphire With Pave Diamonds In Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:9.200g, Diamond:0.49ct, Ruby:0.03ct, Sapphire:0.11ct, Size: US-7"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Sunita Nahata Ruby 0.90ct. Fancy Ring in 14Karat Yellow Gold with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
to give to your loved one. Classic ruby ring in 14K yellow gold with diamonds. Ruby: 0.93 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Antique Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique Edwardian ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The three stone
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
This vintage ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a richly colored ruby at its center
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.29c Carat Ruby and 0.60 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. This fine and impressive ruby and diamond ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Hinged Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Hinged Ring is a stunning piece featuring a beautiful
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring - 14k Oval 0.74ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $30 or Down 2 sizes for $30 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Ring with Carré-Cut Rubies, Diamonds, and Heart Motif
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- This elegant 18k yellow gold ring features a central row
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Reclining Nude Ring with Diamonds Rubies
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
, gracefully lays across a band of emerald cut diamonds and rubies. Ring size 6.5 Total diamond weight =0.44
Category

1990s Spanish Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bold 1970s 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage cocktail ring crafted in richly textured 14K yellow gold, centered with a vivid
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage cocktail ring crafted in 14K yellow gold, featuring a vivid oval-cut ruby
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion ring in 18 kt yellow gold structure mounted with a flower of rubies and a flower of
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Gin Grace 14K Yellow Gold Genuine Ruby Ring with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. The 14k Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 8X10
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Picchiotti 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Diamond, Ruby, and Black Onyx
By Picchiotti
Located in New York, NY
meticulous work. Set in 18 karat yellow gold this ring features two rows of square cut rubies along with two
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Textured Cocktail Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and sculptural mid-century cocktail ring handcrafted in rich 18K yellow gold, featuring a
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3+ Carat Ruby and Light Fancy Yellow Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful ring set in 14K yellow gold that features a delicious 3+ carat vibrant ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.5 Carat Sapphire Ruby with Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Crossover Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.5 Carat Sapphire & Ruby with Diamond 18K in Yellow Gold Crossover Statement Ring in size 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite ring harmoniously blends 18-karat yellow gold with 800 silver to create a piece
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Band Ring with Central Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Pavé
Located in Bergamo, BG
are fully covered by us. -------------------- A sophisticated 18K yellow gold band ring featuring a
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Yellow Diamond Ring With Rubies", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Yellow Diamond Ring With Rubies For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of yellow diamond ring with rubies for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 104 vintage examples as well as 107 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of yellow diamond ring with rubies includes designs that are universally popular, but Contemporary and Modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Georgios Collections Inc, JAG New York and Carrera y Carrera are often thought to be among the most beautiful. There are many round cut, oval cut and brilliant cut yellow diamond ring with rubies for sale. When shopping our range of yellow diamond ring with rubies, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Yellow Diamond Ring With Rubies?

Prices for yellow diamond ring with rubies start at $349 and top out at $960,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,800.

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And 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

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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.

Questions About Yellow Diamond Ring With Rubies
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While diamonds signify love and devotion, a yellow diamond is meant to also signify knowledge, intellect and wisdom; it’s also seen as a hue of happiness and cheer. Receiving a yellow diamond engagement ring still signifies everlasting love much like a clear diamond, but it also is meant to bring an element of happiness and certainty—this is what makes it a popular diamond color for engagement rings. You’ll find a variety of yellow diamonds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.