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A Pair of 1 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Rubies
Located in London, GB
A fine pair of 1 carat each 'Pigeons Blood' unheated rubies. These Cushion cut rubies are
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2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

A Pair of 1 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Rubies
A Pair of 1 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Rubies
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W 0.19 in D 0.15 in L 0.27 in
GRS Certified 1 Carat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Swisslab (GRS) as natural, no heat, and 'Pigeon Blood'. The total diamond weight is 0.48 carat and the
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2010s More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

AIGS Certified 1.25 Carats "Pigeon Blood" Ruby Diamonds set in Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Weight 1.25 carats Color Pigeon Blood Color intensity Vivid Shape Heart Clarity Very eye clean Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Pigeon Blood Ruby and Baguette Diamond, 18 Karat Pendant 1.00 Carat Total
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Pigeon Blood Ruby, Baguette Diamond, 18 Kt. Pendant Quality ruby 4.50 mm weighing .50 carat set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

GRS 1 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
. The center stone is a cushion shaped 1.00 carat GRS certified ‘Pigeon Blood’ red ruby The GRS
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Gubelin Certified 1.74 Carat No-Heat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
-HEAT PIGEON BLOOD BURMESE RUBY, 1.74 CARATS GUBELIN LAB CERTIFIED, PIGEON BLOOD RED Introducing our
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2010s Burmese Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

SSEF Certified 1.08 Carat Burma No-Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
BLOOD BURMESE RUBY 1.08 CARATS GUBELIN LAB CERTIFIED, PIGEON BLOOD RED Introducing our exquisite 1.08
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2010s Burmese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Gubelin Certified 1.72 Carat No-Heat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K YELLOW GOLD 2 IF, D COLOR GIA CERTIFIED DIAMONDS 0.83 CARATS 1 NO-HEAT PIGEON BLOOD BURMESE
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2010s Burmese Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

SSEF Certified 0.77 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
BLOOD BURMESE RUBY, 0.77 CARATS SSEF LAB CERTIFIED, PIGEON BLOOD RED Introducing our exquisite
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2010s Burmese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

0.99 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Untreated Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a 0.99 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red, Unheated Ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Ring 7.47 Carat GRS Graded No Heat Pigeon's Blood
By Regent Jewelers
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
pigeon's blood vivid red ruby with excellent crystal and proportions. This gorgeous ruby is set in a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.00 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.00 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.03 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.14 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.14 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.01 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Burmese, Pigeon's Blood Color Ruby Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Burmese Origin, Pigeon's Blood Ruby and 0.62 Carat Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.01 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.04 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.01 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.01 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.08 Carat, Pigeon Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 1.08 Carat Natural, Pigeons Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GRS Cert. 2.18 Carat Natural Burmese, Pigeon's Blood Ruby Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
's Blood Ruby and 0.72 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the King of
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GRS Certified 7.72 Carat No Heat Burmese Pigeon's Blood Ruby Ring in Platinum
Located in Central, HK
has a beautiful Pigeon's Blood coloration. The ruby is surrounded by 4.48 carats of white diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.00 Carat Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond 3-Stone Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"pigeon's blood" red hue and weighs exactly 4.00 carats. This is an extremely rare gem due to its vivid
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.22 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gemological Institute of America (GIA) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the
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2010s Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 1.83 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 1.50 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 2.18 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 2.04 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 1.83 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 0.88 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Thai Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 1.49 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GRS Certified 3.38 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Thai Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 0.89 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Thai Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GRS Certified 1.05 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Thai Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GRS Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring - "Pigeon Blood" Vivid Red
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Natural Burmese Ruby Colour: Vivid Red/"Pigeon Blood" Red Weight of Ruby : 1 carat
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 1.47 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18 K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Antique Pigeon Blood Burmese Burma Ruby Rose Cut Diamond Necklace French
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VERY RARE NO HEAT PIGEON BLOOD RED BURMESE BURMA RUBY, ROSE CUT DIAMOND AND PEARL MUSEUM
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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

For the Stars Suite: SSEF Certified Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
DIAMONDS 0.19 CARATS 1 NO-HEAT PIGEON BLOOD BURMESE RUBY 0.81 CARATS SSEF LAB CERTIFIED PIGEON BLOOD
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2010s Burmese Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

NO HEAT Ruby Ring GIA 2ct Burma Pigeon Blood VS Diamond Original 1930's Art Deco
Located in Dearborn, MI
Blood Ruby and VS Diamonds. Time-Travel to the 1930's Art Deco Era. GIA Certified. Shop now! 2 Carat
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Certified 1 Carat 'Natural & Untreated' Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
: Gemstone: natural untreated, Ruby AAA quality ruby Weight of Ruby : 1 carat Colour: "Pigeons Blood" red
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.16 Carat, No Heat, Blood Red, Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
), Pigeons Blood Red, Burmese Ruby and 0.48 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Oscar Heyman Burma Ruby Earrings, 4.02 Carats
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New Orleans, LA
for their coveted pigeon's blood hue. Their radiance is multiplied by halos of round diamonds totaling
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GRS SWISS LAB Certified 2.89 Carat RUBY (BURMA) Un heat
Located in Taipei, TW
the world1 . They contain the purest shade of red, otherwise known as “pigeon blood” or “blood-red”1
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GRS SWISS LAB Certified 2.89 Carat RUBY (BURMA) Un heat
GRS SWISS LAB Certified 2.89 Carat RUBY (BURMA) Un heat
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Platinum 2.79 Carat Finest Genuine Natural Ruby Ring '#J4865'
Located in Big Bend, WI
featuring seven earth mined rubies weighing 2.79 carats total. The center oval ruby weighs about 1 carat and
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20th Century Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

GIA GRS Certified 3 Carat Heart Shape Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
, Resonating with the Esteemed 'Pigeon Blood Ruby' Classification. Revel in the Beauty of Unparalleled Quality
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby

3.52 Carat Antique Cushion Unheated Burma Ruby and Diamond 3-Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Boston, MA
, consisting of 1 "pigeon blood red" cushion cut ruby of Burmese origin with no indications of heating
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.81 Carats Burma Ruby Diamonds set in 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.81 carats natural ruby is carefully set into 18K White Gold with round diamonds on each side, a total
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

The Best Antique Victorian No Heat 1.86 Carat Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A stunning 1.86 carat Burmese ruby is the focal point of this superb Victorian era ring. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Engagement Rings

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AIGS Certified 1.20 Carat Untreated Ruby &Diamond Cocktail Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
), Pigeon Blood Ruby and 0.92 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

AIGS Certified 1.17 Carat Untreated Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
), Pigeon Blood Ruby and 0.41 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

AIGS Certified 1.39 Carat Untreated Ruby and Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
), Pigeon Blood Ruby and 0.80 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

10.88 Carat Natural Red No Heat Ruby Diamond Dangle Earrings 18 Karat Unheated
Located in New York, NY
Blood. (1) Ruby checked with GIA Report: 1152273490 (please see scan of GIA attached) .76ct
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2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

6.48 Carat Natural Fine Gem Ruby Diamond Cluster Earrings 14 Karat Vivid Red
Located in New York, NY
Pigeon Blood Diamonds: 1.08ct. full cut rounds K color Si-1 clarity. 14KT yellow gold. 5.2
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2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby Stick Pin
Located in METAIRIE, LA
) with 1 Oval Cushion cut Genuine Earth-Mined Natural Pigeon Blood Red Ruby weighing approximately 2
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Antique Early 1900s Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique Ruby Stick Pin
Antique Ruby Stick Pin
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YI Collection Ruby Essentials Ring in 18k
Located in New York, NY
incredible pigeon blood red that dazzles. A .90 carat center stone which appears to be 1 carat takes center
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2010s Thai Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Retro Diamond Ruby Gold Ear Clip Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An original retro piece from the 1930’s featuring European-cut diamonds and vivid red pigeon blood
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Vintage 1930s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA .90 Carat Heart Shape Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
minor residue. An 18 inch platinum chain. 1 heart shaped vivid Pigeon blood red Ruby, approx. total
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Cabochon Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
blood red elongated cabochon ruby weighing 7.55 carats, pave set with bright white round brilliant cut
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2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold & Platinum 2.15ctw GIA Burma VIVID RED Ruby & Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
) Natural Genuine Ruby - Rectangular Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Pigeons Blood Vivid Red Color - 1.50ct
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1990s Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

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1 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1 carat pigeon blood ruby you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 7 antique edition and 112 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1 carat pigeon blood ruby may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 1 carat pigeon blood ruby over the years, but those made by Emilio!, Joke Quick and Antinori Fine Jewels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cushion cut and round cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 1 carat pigeon blood ruby, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby?

On average, a 1 carat pigeon blood ruby at 1stDibs sells for $14,800, while they’re typically $2,595 on the low end and $724,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.