18k Gold Daisy Ring with Burmese Ruby Baguettes Cts 0.63 African Diamond Cts0.34
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The diamonds, sourced from Africa, symbolize purity and strength, while rubies from Burma are known as the “stone of passion,” believed to ignite vitality according to ancient lore.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$1,885Sale Price|35% Off
Bochic “Vintage Retro” Natural Rubies from Africa & Diamonds Set In 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Made in 18k gold and Natural Rubies from Africa One of the standout aspects of this Bracelet is its fantastic price point.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,885Sale Price|35% Off
Bochic “Vintage Retro” Natural Rubies from Africa & Diamonds Set In 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Made in 18k gold and Natural Rubies from Africa One of the standout aspects of this Bracelet is its fantastic price point.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,541Sale Price|35% Off
Bochic “Vintage Retro” Natural Rubies from Africa & Diamonds Set In 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Made in 18k gold and Natural Rubies from Africa One of the standout aspects of this Bracelet is its fantastic price point.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Tanzanite & Diamonds Retro Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
It features exquisite gemstones such as Natural Deep Red African Ruby further accentuating their beauty. One of the standout aspects of this ring is its fantastic price point, offeri...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,256Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Natural Tanzanite & Diamonds Vintage Retro Ring Set In 18K&Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
It features exquisite gemstones such as Natural Deep Red African Ruby further accentuating their beauty. One of the standout aspects of this ring is its fantastic price point, offeri...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
ALGT Certified 1.72 Carat Natural Tanzania Deep Red Ruby
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered beautiful 1.76 carat Deep Red Ruby. ALGT certificate is available. Weight: 1.76 Carats Shape: oval mixed cut Gem Dimensions: 8.92 x 6.36* 3.27 mm Color: Deep Red Treatment: ...
Ruby
18K Gold Double Headed Lion & Multi Rope Chain Bracelet with Rubies & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Experience the epitome of luxury and elegance with this one-of-a-kind lion head bracelet. 146 grams of sophisticated fine jewelry distinction. The centerpiece of this piece is a ma...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum Ruby and Diamond Bombe Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A breathtaking vintage cocktail ring crafted in luxurious platinum, showcasing a vivid 2.94-carat oval-cut ruby of African origin. The ruby glows with a rich crimson hue and is encir...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
12.66ct Ruby & Diamond Ring – Dual Certified AGL & GIA, Fine Jewelry
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Centering a 12.66 carat natural no-heat ruby of East African origin, this elegant cocktail ring features an oval double cabochon displaying rich red saturation and a luminous glow.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Bubble Ruby Earrings 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Bubble Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Ruby from Africa 22.00 carats 18K Gold & Silver • Signed Piece • Certificate & Apprais...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Bubble Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Bubble Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Ruby from Africa 22.00 carats 18K Gold & Silver • Signed Piece • Certificate & Appraisal Included...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Ruby Diamond Dome Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond dome cocktail ring features 8.93 carats of oval-cut fine quality faceted rubies of brilliant color originating from Africa.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Bubble Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Bubble Ruby Earrings Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Pink Ruby from Africa 22.00 carats The earrings from the "Orient" traveling collection are the epit...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
GIA certified Unheated Ruby Necklace in 22k solid gold chain
Located in Singapore, SG
Features: Main Gemstone (1pc) - Unheated Ruby from Tanzania Weight of Ruby (1pc) - 2.3ct (approx) Measurement of Ruby - 9.84 x 6.65 mm (approx) Cut - Oval Treatment - None (No H...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
$1,859Sale Price|35% Off
Bochic “Vintage Retro” Natural Rubies & Diamonds Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Made in 18k gold and Natural Rubies from Africa One of the standout aspects of this Bracelet is its fantastic price point.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
18k Yellow Gold Burmese Ruby Princess Cts 1.47 Diamond Baguette Cts 0.88 Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted in warm 18k yellow gold weighing a substantial 7.12 grams, this engagement ring features 13 baguette diamonds (0.88 cts) arranged in clean, architectural lines around 10 prin...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Rough Cut Emeralds Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Multi Rough Cut Emeralds Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby from Africa Natural Emeralds from Africa 14 Carat The earrings from the "Capri" traveling col...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Tanzanite, Opal & Diamond Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
⸻ Gemstone Details — Exceptional, Rare & Highly Desirable Center Natural Fire Opal — 9 Carats • Origin: Sri Lanka • Cabochon • Saturated Pastel Pink, Orange with luminous, glowin...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Natural Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Natural Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby from Africa Natural Emeralds from Africa Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka 14 ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,584Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby & Orange Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18K Gold &
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Emerald & Orange Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby From Africa 18 Carat Natural Fancy Orange Sapphire from Sri Lank 6 Car...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Orange Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Orange Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby From Africa 8 Carat Natural Fancy Orange Sapphire from Sri Lank 3 Carat This Ring is ...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,120Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Multi Ruby, Diamond & Opal Brooch Set 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Multi Ruby, Diamond & Opal Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver Can be worn as a brooch and a pendant Red color Natural Ruby From Africa 17 carat Multi ...
Opal, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Multi Color Fancy Sapphire & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Featuring multi color fancy sapphires from Sri Lanka and Ruby from Africa weighing approximately 19 carats. 8K Gold & Silver • Signed Piece • Certificate & Appraisal Included upon r...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Multi Sapphire & Ruby Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue & Multi Sapphire & Ruby Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Sapphires Oval Shape Origin Sri Lanka 8 carats Natural Multi color Rose Cut ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire, Opal & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Featuring Green fancy sapphires from Sri Lanka and Ruby from Africa weighing approximately 19 carats. 8K Gold & Silver • Signed Piece • Certificate & Appraisal Included upon reques...
Garnet, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Emerald Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Emerald Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby From Africa 8 Carat Natural Emeralds from Zambia 6 Carat This Ring is from the...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Multi Rough Cut Emerald Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Multi Rough Cut Emeralds Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby from Africa Natural Emeralds from Africa 14 Carat The earrings from the "Capri" traveling col...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Multi Color Sapphire Sapphire & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Featuring multi color fancy sapphires from Sri Lanka and Ruby from Africa weighing approximately 19 carats. 8K Gold & Silver • Signed Piece • Certificate & Appraisal Includ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Blue Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Natural Ruby & Blue Topaz Ring Set 18K & Silver Natural Ruby from Africa 14 carat Natural Blue Topaz - 8 carat This Ring is from the "Orient" tra...
Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Multi Color Sapphire & Ruby Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Sil
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Featuring multi color fancy sapphires from Sri Lanka and Ruby from Africa weighing approximately 19 carats. 8K Gold & Silver • Signed Piece • Certificate & Appraisal Included upon ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Si
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby From Africa, Oval Cut 9 Carat Natural Green Emerald from Zambia, Round Cut N...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...
Retro Gold Full Set 9.40 Carat Natural Multi Color Gemstone & Diamond Circa 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent 18k yellow gold 9.40 carat (approximate) multi color gem full necklace, bracelet and earring set. The set includes natural colorless diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and r...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
This deep red gem is the color of heat and passion — vintage and antique ruby jewelry is perfect for those born in the middle of summer.
Rubies are one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money. Just consider the Van Cleef & Arpels “scarf” necklace the Duke of Windsor presented to the Duchess on her 40th birthday, in 1936 — set with diamonds and dripping with rubies, a testament to the deep-red gemstone’s power — or the slippers encrusted with 4,600 rubies that Harry Winston made to commemorate The Wizard of Oz’s golden anniversary. July babies have permission to adorn themselves with this beautiful red stone even when it’s not their birthday.
Rubies are considered precious stones — along with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds — and have a hardness of 9.0 on the Mohs Scale, surpassed only by Moissanite and diamonds. They are composed of corundum, a colorless mineral that is also the basic material of sapphires. In the July birthstone, the red of the gemstone — and the various hues seen in sapphires — are produced by the presence of trace elements. In the case of a ruby, this element is chromium. Rubies range in color from vermilion to a violet red. They are also pleochroic, which means that a stone’s hue can vary depending on the direction of viewing. The most sought-after color is pigeon’s blood: pure red with a hint of blue.
Rubies that are hosted in dolomite marble are the most prized: Because the marble is low in iron, so are the rubies, resulting in a more intense color. Rubies found in basalt, which has a higher iron content, are generally darker and less intense.
When shopping for antique and vintage ruby jewelry, remember that the 4Cs of selecting the perfect diamond — color, clarity, cut and carat — also apply to rubies.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and the stone should be clear and inclusion-free. Accordingly, the cut should show off its color and clarity. As for the last criterion, fine rubies more than a carat in weight are rare. Often, large rubies are more expensive than diamonds of comparable weights.
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