Tiffany & Co. is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury goods in the United States, and has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of diamond engagement rings. A young Franklin Delano Roosevelt proposed to his future wife, Eleanor, with a Tiffany ring in 1904. Vanderbilts, Whitneys, Astors and members of the Russian imperial family all wore Tiffany & Co. jewelry. And Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis preferred Tiffany china for state dinners at the White House.
Although synonymous with luxury today, the firm started out rather modestly. Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B. Young founded it in Connecticut as a “stationery and fancy goods emporium” in 1837, at a time when European imports still dominated the nascent American luxury market. In 1853, Charles Tiffany — who in 1845 had launched the company’s famed catalog, the Blue Book, and with it, the firm’s signature robin’s-egg blue, which he chose for the cover — shifted the focus to fine jewelry.
In 1868, Tiffany & Co. gained international recognition when it became the first U.S. firm to win an award for excellence in silverware at the Exposition Universelle in Paris. From then on, it belonged to the pantheon of American luxury brands.
At the start of the Gilded Age, in 1870, Tiffany & Co. opened its flagship store, described as a "palace of jewels" by the New York Times, at 15 Union Square West in Manhattan. Throughout this period, its designs for silver tableware, ceremonial silver, flatware and jewelry were highly sought-after indicators of status and taste. They also won the firm numerous accolades, including the grand prize for silverware at the Paris Exposition of 1878. Among the firm’s glittering creations from this time are masterworks of Art Nouveau jewelry, such as this delicate aquamarine necklace and this lavish plique-à-jour peridot and gold necklace, both circa 1900.
When Charles Lewis Tiffany died, in 1902, his son Louis Comfort Tiffany became the firm’s design director. Under his leadership, the Tiffany silver studio was a de facto design school for apprentice silversmiths, who worked alongside head artisan Edward C. Moore. The firm produced distinctive objects inspired by Japanese art and design, North American plants and flowers, and Native American patterns and crafts, adding aesthetic diversity to Tiffany & Co.’s distinguished repertoire.
Tiffany is also closely associated with diamonds, even lending its name to one particularly rare and exceptional yellow stone. The firm bought the Tiffany diamond in its raw state from the Kimberley mines of South Africa in 1878. Cut to create a 128.54-carat gem with an unprecedented 82 facets, it is one of the most spectacular examples of a yellow diamond in the world.
In a broader sense, Tiffany & Co. helped put diamonds on the map in 1886 by introducing the American marketplace to the solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular engagement-ring styles. The trademark Tiffany® Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light. A lovely recent example is this circa-2000 platinum engagement ring. Displaying a different design and aesthetic (but equally chic) is this exquisite diamond and ruby ring from the 1930s.
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Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 2.35ct Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring, 18k Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: 2.35 Burma Ruby; 2.15 cts. diamonds Color/Clarity: Burma No Heat; F-G VS Certifications: AGL Size: 5.0 Creator: Tiffany & Co. Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 7.90 gr...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany 0.54 Carat Thai Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bangkok, TH
This exquisite ruby and diamond ring made by Tiffany in 18 karat yellow gold. The vibrant Thai ruby centre piece is 0.54 carat weight approximately. Accented with square shaped dia...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co., AGL 2.00 Ct Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring, Platinum and 18K
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautifully classic ring by Tiffany & Co. boasts a beautiful 2 carat cushion cut Unheated Burma Ruby flanked by two pear shaped brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$8,640Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Diamond Platinum Three-Stone Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant and refined three-stone ring by Tiffany & Co. showcases the perfect balance between vibrant color and timeless luxury. Crafted in a sophisticated combination of plat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Vintage Schlumberger Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds & Ruby
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & co Vintage Schlumberger Ring with Ruby & Diamonds Material: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 6 Center Stone: .40ct Clarity: VVS. Color: E Ruby: 1.30ct Side Stones: 2ct ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Star Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Vintage star ruby and diamond ring by Tiffany & Co. Set centrally with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced Burmese star ruby in an open back claw set...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$1,080,000Sale Price|20% Off
AWARD WINING 20 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A truly important and exceptional gemstone ring centered by a 20 carat natural cushion-cut ruby of Madagascan origin, accompanied by a GRS Swisslab Platinum Award Appendix This extr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Magnificent Bvlgari 8.23 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Ring, AGL
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An extremely rare and important gemstone ring by Bvlgari. It features an incredible ruby weighing an astonishing 8.23 carats. What makes the gem so special is the combination of its ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$78,400Sale Price|20% Off
15.74 Carat Tiffany & Co. Diamond Rubies Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Cocktail Ring An extraordinary creation by Tiffany & Co., designed by the legendary Jean Schlumberger. This ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 3 Carat Natural Ruby Three-Stone Diamond Platinum Gold Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite vintage engagement ring by Tiffany & Co. showcases the maison's unparalleled mastery of design and gemstone quality. At the heart of this three-stone ring sits a m...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Gold
Schlumberger For Tiffany & Co. No Heat 6 Carat Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. 5.94 Carat Oval Cut No Heat Ruby and 1 Carat Total Diamond Ring. Ring size 6.5, adjustable. The ring setting is a 1 of 1, with a Ruby center ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified Van Cleef and Arpels 8.85 Carat No Heat Oval Ruby 18K Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
From the famed house of Van Cleef and Arpels, this ring centers an 8.85 carat oval-cut unheated Ruby and is flanked by an additional 2.00 carats of marquis-cut diamonds. The ruby is ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gubelin Certified 4.47 Carat Ruby & Trillion Cut Diamond Sides in 18K White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Indulge in sophistication with this ruby and diamond three stone ring ring. Gubelin certified, this natural 4.47 carat oval cut red ruby is accompanied by two triangular shaped diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.8 Carat Round Ruby Diamond Platinum and 18K Gold Bypass Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This 1.8-carat natural luminous ruby looks incredible as the centerpiece of this engagement ring. The ruby is round cut set in a classic 4-prong setting. The 18K gold selected to hol...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
3.60 Carat Burma Ruby Oval Cut and Diamond 18K Gold Men’s Ring
Located in Miami, FL
218K yellow gold men’s statement ring, circa 1990s, featuring a 3.60-carat oval-cut ruby described as Burma origin, bezel set at center and surrounded by a radial ballerina-style halo of 22 tapered baguette diamonds totaling approximately 2.10 carats. The dome bombe-style shank is pavé-set with 92 round brilliant diamonds totaling approximately 5.15 carats, bringing the total diamond weight to approximately 7.25 carats. Crafted in substantial 18K yellow gold, the ring weighs 28.55 grams and is currently a size 12. The diamonds are graded approximately F-G color and VS-SI clarity. The design combines a bold men’s ring profile with a high-jewelry ruby and diamond layout, giving the piece strong scale, color contrast, and hand presence. Product Specifications: Item Type: Men’s Statement Ring Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 12 Sizing: Resizable Weight: 28.55 grams Style: Bombe / dome pavé ring with ballerina-style diamond halo Period: Circa 1990s Center Stone: Ruby described as Burma origin Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 7.25 carats Total Diamond Count: 114 diamonds Center Stone Details: Stone Type: Ruby Origin: Described as Burma origin Carat Weight: Approximately 3.60 carats Cut: Oval cut Color: Rich red Setting: Bezel set in 18K yellow gold Diamond Details — Ballerina Halo: Stone Type: Diamond Cut: Tapered baguette Diamond Count: 22 stones Total Carat Weight: Approximately 2.10 carats Color: F-G Clarity: VS-SI Setting: Cluster Ring Diamond Details — Pavé Dome Shank: Stone Type: Diamond Cut: Round brilliant Diamond Count: 92 stones Total Carat Weight: Approximately 5.15 carats Color: F-G Clarity: VS-SI Setting: Pavé set across the dome bombe shank Design Details: Center Stone: Oval ruby bezel set at the center Halo: Radial tapered baguette diamond ballerina-style surround Shank: Wide bombe-style dome shank pavé-set with round brilliant diamonds Gold Tone: Rich 18K yellow gold Profile: Large-scale men’s cocktail / statement ring Total Gem Presence: 3.60-carat ruby with approximately 7.25 carats of diamonds Condition Report: The ring is presented in excellent estate condition overall. The center ruby is securely bezel set, and the surrounding tapered baguette and round brilliant diamonds are arranged across the halo and dome shank for strong brilliance and coverage. The 18K yellow gold mounting shows age-consistent wear from prior use. Ring size is currently 12 and may be resized by a qualified jeweler. About The Ring: This men’s ruby and diamond ring...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6.45 Carat No-Heat Burma Ruby Oval Cut & Round Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Miami, FL
GRS Certified 6.45 carat unheated oval cut Ruby from Burma. Adorned with a diamond halo of 12 round cut white diamonds totaling 2.96 carats (0.25ct each). All set in a luxurious 18K ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
The actress and Benny Blanco tied the knot with style in Santa Barbara over the weekend.
Diamonds and sapphires still played a starring role, but less popular stones popped up too.
