Unenhanced Burmese Ruby
Vintage 1930s Italian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century Edwardian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Vintage 1940s Italian Dome Rings
Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 16th Century Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1930s French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1920s British Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
2010s Portuguese Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Unknown Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1860s English Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1940s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 1890s Late Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 1840s European Early Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Drop Earrings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Rose Gold, ...
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Cluster Rings
Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Italian More Rings
Citrine, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Stud Earrings
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unenhanced Burmese Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 rings, vintage 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.
- What is Burmese ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Burmese ruby is a precious gemstone that ranges in color from dark pink to bright red. They come from the country of Myanmar, formerly called Burma. Find a variety of Burmese ruby gemstone jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Burmese rubies are the most prized rubies in the world because of their brilliant red color. Often known as "pigeon's blood," the rich red of a Burma ruby is one of the first signs of a ruby's identity. Due to their high value, it's important to purchase from a vetted seller to ensure authenticity. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of authentic vintage and contemporary Burmese ruby jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
- How much is a Burmese ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Among all of the varieties of rubies, Burmese are typically the most expensive, costing about $10,000 per carat. The most expensive Burmese ruby ever sold was more than one million dollars.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Burmese ruby is among the most expensive ruby varieties. The price of most Burmease rubies sit around $10,000 per carat. Depending on its quality, however, a Burmese ruby can fetch up to $1 million per carat.
- Are Burmese rubies heat treated?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Burmese rubies are heat treated. Most rubies are heat treated directly at the mines because the treatment enhances the value and quality of the ruby. Shop a wide collection of Burmese ruby pieces as well as other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A Burmese ruby is around $1,400 - $1,600 per carat. It is believed to make its wearer more active, focused and aware of their surroundings. Shop for a variety of Burmese ruby jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A red Burmese ruby is worth $10,000 USD per carat. These types of rubies tend to be among the most expensive rubies in the world. In a record-setting sale, a Burmese ruby was sold for $1 million per carat.
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