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Mozambique Pink Ruby Diamond Contemporary Dress Ring
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mozambique Pink Ruby Diamond Contemporary Dress Ring featuring a natural pinkish red Mozambique
Category

2010s Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Burmese Pink Ruby and Diamond Flower Petal Ring
Located in Nantucket, MA
A striking ring of flower petals in round, faceted Burmese pink rubies bordered with round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Natural Pink Ruby Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Pink Ruby Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Cocktail This gorgeous estate ring is finely
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater & Pink Ruby Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” FreshWater & Pink Ruby Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Ruby Oval Shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Pink Ruby Cabochon 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bright and colorful, this modest size earring pair displays four cheerful 3.5mm pink ruby cabochons
Category

Early 2000s Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Pink Ruby & White Diamond Vintage Drop Earring in 14k Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: Metal: 14K White Gold Stone: Pink Ruby Ruby Weight: 2.14 cttw Secondary Stone
Category

Late 20th Century American Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Large Cocktail Ring Pink Ruby & Spessartine-Orange Garnet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pink Ruby & Spessartine-Orange-Red Garnet 18k white gold 13.55 gram Total small Ruby stones 5.40
Category

1990s Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Cocktail Ring Pink Ruby & Spessartine-Orange Garnet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pink Ruby & Spessartine-Orange-Red Garnet 18k white gold 13.55 gram Total small Ruby stones 5.40
Category

1990s Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi-Strand Faceted Burmese Pink Ruby and Pave` Diamond Beaded Necklace
Located in Nantucket, MA
A lovely 5-strand faceted Burmese pink ruby necklace with pave` diamonds on the oxidized sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Black Onyx Red Pink Ruby White Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamonds. 14K White Gold 0.30 CTW Diamonds 14.70 CTS Black Onyx & Red Pink Rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Estate Hat Pendant in 10kt Yellow Gold - 0.08ctw Pink Ruby, 0.02ctw Diamonds
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This charming Estate Hat Pendant in 10kt yellow gold features 0.08ctw of round pink rubies and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Marlo Laz Brazilian Jade Pink Ruby 14 Karat Rose Gold Evil Eye Earrings
By Marlo Laz
Located in New York, NY
These 14 karat rose gold Marlo Laz miniature Brazilian Jade, Pink Ruby evil eye hoop earrings are
Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold

Marlo Laz Brazilian Jade Pink Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Evil Eye Ring
By Marlo Laz
Located in New York, NY
This 14 karat rose gold Marlo Laz miniature Brazilian Jade, Pink Ruby evil eye ring is from our
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, Ruby, 14k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby, Amethyst & Multi Gem Brooch Pendant Set 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby, Amethyst & Multi Gem Brooch Pendant Set 18K & Silver Can be worn as a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Pigeon Bird Peace Red Pink Ruby Rubies Diamonds Pave 14K Gold Pin Brooch
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
wings are encrusted with vibrant red pink rubies, while the body sparkles with white diamonds, creating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Natural Pink Ruby Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Natural Pink Ruby Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 22.8 carats of endlessly sparkling natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby, Topaz & Blue Appetite Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby, Topaz & Blue Appetite Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Belle Époque Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Red Pink Ruby Diamond Halo 14K Rose Gold Pendant Medallion Statement Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
This stunning pendant, features an intricate openwork design adorned with vibrant pink rubies. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby & Emerald Earrings Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby & Emerald Earrings Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Natural Pink Rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

18Kt White Gold with White Diamonds and Pink Ruby Cocktail Classic Ring
Located in GALLARATE, IT
0,25 Stone : Pink Ruby round cut mm 5,00 Ring size : 14 - 54 USA 7 g.4,00 All Stanoppi Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Red Pink Ruby Diamond 14K Rose Gold Statement Drop Dangle Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
These sophisticated earrings feature a vibrant, round-cut red pink Rubies set in a secure bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18k White Gold Natural Round Pink Ruby Diamond Anniversary Ring
Located in Portland, OR
uniqueness to your everyday memento. This ring features a round natural Sri Lanka 1.197 ct Pink Ruby. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Quartz, Topaz & Pink Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Quartz, Topaz & Pink Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Topaz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Classic Round-Cut Hot Pink Ruby with Round-Cut Diamond 14k White Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Ring. The 14K White Gold jewelry boasts with Oval-cut 5 pcs 0.19 carat Hot Pink Ruby and Natural
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Pink Ruby Cabochon Stackable Ring Handmade in 22 Karat Matte Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
A Natural pink Ruby Cabochon delicately set in 22K matte finish yellow gold. The whole ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink Ruby & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Ruby - 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Certified Natural Pink Ruby Ring with Diamonds Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
beautiful pink Ruby weighs 1.24 carats. A classic evergreen design and a beautiful stone you wouldn't get
Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vivid Gemstone Pink Ruby Tennis Bracelet in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Gemstone Pink Ruby Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 15.5 carats of endlessly sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Ruby French Medal Coin Necklace Chain Jeanne Le Mat J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Ruby French Medal Coin Necklace Chain Jeanne Le Mat J Dauphin Exclusive piece with a Round
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold Plate, Bronze

Rolex Ladies SS Datejust Pink Ruby Diamond Dial Smooth Bezel Jubilee Band Watch
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
Size : 24 mm Dial : Custom Pink Ruby Diamond Dial (This dial is not original Rolex And has been added
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Bochic “Capri” Pink Ruby, Blue Appetite & White Topaz Necklace Set 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Pink Ruby, Blue Appetite & White Topaz Necklace Set 18K & Silver Elegant and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Scarce Antique Georgian Pink Ruby and Diamond Floral Cluster Ring c 1800 Italian
Located in London, GB
probably made in Italy. In the middle of the ring head lies a collet set and foil-backed bright pink ruby
Category

Antique Early 1800s Italian Georgian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

No-Heat 1.49 Ct Pink Ruby & Diamond Fancy Cocktail Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
steal your heart at first glance! At the heart of this ring lies a magnificent 1.49 Carat Pink Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Opal Diamond Pink Ruby Large Turtle Victorian Brooch Pin 8.1ctw in Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
Opal Diamond Pink Ruby Large Turtle Victorian Brooch Pin 8.1ctw in sterling silver which is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

18K Gold Chain Necklace with Burmese Pink Ruby Beads
Located in Nantucket, MA
this area tend to be more pink than that your traditional red ruby. S-hook clasp in 18K. The fine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Vivid Pink Ruby Zirconia Tennis Birthstone Bracelet for Mom Gift in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Vivid Gemstone Pink Ruby with Zirconia Birthstone Tennis Bracelet in sterling silver. You shall
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ruby studs 14KT rose gold natural pink rubies princess cut
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Ruby studs in 14KT rose gold, beautiful finished on the studs. Metal Type: 14KT Natural Ruby(s
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby & Diamond Band 14Karat White Gold Natural Pink Rubies Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Fancy band with natural diamonds and rubies made in 14KT white gold excellent craftmanship and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Stud Earrings with Pink Rubies
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary stud earrings from the Tea collection feature rectangular-cut rubies measuring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Gold Sapphires Pendant Necklace with Pink Rubies and Malaya Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,95 carats. Oval ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sa...

Eighteen Karat Gold Sapphires Pendant Necklace with Pink Rubies and Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,95 carats. Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Blue Zircon, Purple Sapphire, Mandarin Garnet, Zircon, T...

Oval Shape Red Pink Ruby Cabochon 14K White Gold Statement Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
vibrant pink red cabochon rubies, elegantly set within a delicate openwork frame. Modern elegance in every
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Rose Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Pink Rubies and Malaya Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
personally signed. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Blue Zircon, Purple Sapphire, Mandarin Garnet, Zircon, T...

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Pink Rubies Rubellite Malaya Garnet Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval ruby 0,98 carats, 7x5,5 mm. Oval ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Blue Zircon, Mandarin Garnet, Zircon, Green Sapphire, Blue S...

Marquise Shape Red Pink Ruby Diamond Halo 14K Yellow Gold Statement Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
floral design adorned with vibrant pink red rubies, creating a captivating sparkle. Surrounded by halo of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Gold Floral Cocktail Pink Rubies Ring with Sapphires and Malaya Garnet
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,95 carats. Pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Zircon, Blue Zircon, Purple Sapphire, Mandarin Garnet, Tourmaline, Green...

Oval Shape Red Pink Ruby Cabochon 14K White Gold Statement Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
A striking pendant necklace. This piece showcases a central red cabochon ruby with a deep, rich hue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Contemporary Brooch with Pink Rubies and Malaya Garnet
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Tobacco Flower brooch is made of 18 karat rose gold. The natural gems are: Oval ruby 4,27
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, Blue Zircon, Mandarin Garnet, Zircon, Green Sapphire, Blue S...

18 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring with Pink Rubies, Rubellite and Malaya Garnet
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
gems are: Oval ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval ruby 0,98 carats, 7x5,5 mm. Oval ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Mandarin Garnet, Pink Sapphire, Blue Zircon, Zircon, Tourmaline, Green S...

Red Pink Rubies Pave Set Diamonds Rose Gold Floral Flower Lotus Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
A striking Floral Cocktail Ring, featuring a vibrant array of pink and red rubies set in a flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Black Onyx Red Pink Ruby White Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Pendant necklace featuring a central black cabochon Onyx framed by a border of round pink red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Red Sapphire Brooch with Pink Rubies and Malaya Garnets
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
ruby 4,27 carats, dimension: 11,16x9,36 mm. Oval cold red sapphire, 0,95 carats. Oval ruby warmer tone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Green Sapphire, Blue Zircon, Purple Sapphire, Mandarin Garnet, Zircon, T...

Black Onyx Red Pink Ruby White Diamonds Halo Set 14K White Gold Earrings
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
black onyxes surrounded by a halo of vibrant pink red rubies. The intricate arrangement forms a unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Marquise Shape Red Pink Ruby Floral Flower 14K Rose Gold Cocktail Diamonds Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
A floral symphony in gold, diamonds and rubies. This striking ring features a captivating floral
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Shape Red Pink Ruby Diamond Pave 14K Rose Gold Statement Cocktail Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
oval ruby at its center. The vibrant stone is flanked by a series of sparkling white diamonds that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Pink Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby diamond three stone ring in 18K gold which perfectly goes with your personality. Three stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Hot Pink Ruby Pendant with Diamond For Women
Located in New York, NY
Pendant. This Pendant is made up of 4*5 Pear-cut Prong setting ruby (1 Pcs) 0.35 Carat and Round-Cut Prong
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pink Ruby Oval Link Bracelet in 14 Karat White Gold 5.00 Carats Total
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
You'll be feeling pretty in pink wearing this incredible 5.00 carat ruby link bracelet! The unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Era Bright Red Pink Ruby & Old Cut Diamond Ring 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
. Her darling central ruby rests between a duo of shimmering diamonds, a symbol of love and devotion
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

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

Ruby Blackened Wave Studs
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fiery pink Rubies set into stylish stud earrings in a contemporary wave design of blackened silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 22k Gold, Silver

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Pink Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pink ruby for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 181 vintage or 674 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect pink ruby may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A pink ruby from Georgios Collections Inc, Natkina and Mousson Atelier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pink ruby, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Pink Ruby?

Prices for a pink ruby can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $204 and can go as high as $559,178, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,674.

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.

Questions About Pink Ruby
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, rubies can be pink. While the most common and recognizable color for a ruby is red, a ruby can also be purple, pink, and orange.