New African Red IF 'Internally Flawless' 11.6 Ct Ruby Sterling Ring 7.0
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 7.0. The IF means it is Internally Flawless. It was mined in Africa and is just exquisite. It is a pear cut and is 11.6 Ct The main stone is 15.5 x 12.5 mm. It ...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
New African IF 4.0ct Deep Pink Tourmaline & Ruby YGold Plated Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
The main stone is surrounded flanked by diamond cut Red Rubies on the prongs and Pink Rubies running down the band.
Tourmaline, Ruby, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
0.20 Carat Diamond Ruby Tsavorite Enamel Yellow Gold Elegant African Bust Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.04 Carats of White Diamonds. This Ring has 0.15 Carats of Rubies. This Ring has 0.01 Carats of Tsavorite. This Ring has Enamel. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
New African IF 6.7ct Raspberry Tourmaline & Ruby Rose Gold Plated Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
It is a completely natural stone mined in Africa and is just exquisite. The "IF" means "Internally Flawless".
Tourmaline, Ruby, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold
New African Pink Raspberry Topaz, Ruby & Spinel YGold Plated Sterling Ring 6.75
Located in Eagan, MN
It has a beautiful Red Rubies, White Sapphire and Black Spinel stones on the band and surrounding the main stone.
Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling...
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
New African Blood Red 5.50 Ct Ruby & White Sapphire Sterling Ring Size 6.75
Located in Eagan, MN
This stone was mined in Africa and is exceptional.. It is a beautiful round cut stone and is 5.50 Ct The main stone is 10 mm. Very beautiful and classic design to the ring. Sure...
Sapphire, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
New African IF 14.30 ct Pinkish Red Sapphire & Ruby Sterling Ring Size 7.0
Located in Eagan, MN
The ring is a size 7.0. It from Africa and is just exquisite. It is an oval cut and is 14.30 Ct The "IF" stands for "Internally Flawless".
Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
New African If 8.2 Carat Raspberry Tourmaline & Red Ruby Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
It is a size 6.5. It was mined in Africa. It is an authentic natural stone. It is a highly rated and Free of any Inclusions.
Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver
New African If 9.0 Carat Ruby Red Sapphire & Pink Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful color this ring is! The ring is a size 6.75. It is from Africa and is just exquisite. The "IF" means "Internally Flawless". A very high quality stone. It is an ...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
New African 6.0 ct Red Sapphire & Diamond Cut Pink Sapphire Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous ring! The ring is a size 5.75. The stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. It is an asscher cut stone and is 6.0 Cts The main stone is 10.7 x 10.7 mm. It has ...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Ruby & Emerald Necklace - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Ruby & Emerald Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Sapphire Cabochon from Sri Lanka 27 Carat Natural Green Emerald Oval Shape from Zam...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
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 & Appraisal Included ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
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 “Capri” Vintage Opal & Multi Ruby Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Opal & Multi Ruby Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Opal from Africa 4 carats Natural Rubies 4 Carat Natural Red Rubies We pay for shipping and d...
Opal, 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 The earrings from the "Orient" traveling collection are the epitome ...
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 The earrings from the "Orient" traveling collection are the epit...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Sapphire, Ruby & Emerald Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Sapphire, Ruby & Emerald Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Sapphire Cabochon from Sri Lanka 27 Carat Natural Green Emerald Oval Shape from Zambia 11 ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Roshe Jewels 2.99 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond Ring in 14K White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The clarity and color of the diamonds are VS2-H. The origins of the Ruby are from Mozambique, Africa. The ruby measures at 7 mm x 9 mm.
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Opal & Multi Ruby Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Opal & Multi Ruby Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Opal from Africa 4 carats Natural Rubies 4 Carat Natural Red Rubies We pay for shipping and d...
Opal, Ruby, 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 Carat T...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
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 Carat Natu...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Orient” Retro Multi Ruby, Topaz & Opal Brooch Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Retro Multi Ruby, Topaz & 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 color Natu...
Opal, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
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, Rou...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...
Sold|$70,680
White gold diamond & African ruby bracelet
Located in Surfside, FL
Stunning 18k white gold diamond & African ruby bracelet with 14.1 carats in heated African round cut rubies and 10.16 carats in round and princess cut diamonds (G-H Color, VS Clarity).
White Gold
Judith Ripka African Ruby and Diamond Rope Ring
By Judith Ripka
Located in Vail, CO
Judith Ripka 18kt yellow gold "rope" style ring featuring a faceted oval African ruby accented by .08ctw of diamonds on each side.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$7,900
Ruby and Diamond Earrings on a Diamond Wire
Located in New York, NY
African Ruby Diamond Earrings Treated with 22.33 tw and 4.01 TW diamonds set in 18k White Gold
Ruby, 18k Gold
Rubies & diamonds 18K white gold stud earring
Located in Surfside, FL
Round brilliant cut african rubies total approx. weight: 2.82, Round brilliant cut diamonds total approx. weight: 0.35 carat, estimate: H Color, SI Clarity. 10 mmm diameter.
18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$58,000
Ruby Diamond Emerald Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
The ring features one 2.30 carat, round shaped African ruby, one 1.74 carat round brilliant cut diamond estimated I/SI2 and one 1.64 carat, round shaped African emerald.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
0.95ct Oval Red Ruby GIA Certified East Africa Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Ruby The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 6227462921 Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style...
Ruby
0.95 Carat Oval Red Ruby GIA Certified East Africa Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Ruby The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number: 6227462921 Shape: Oval Cutting Style: Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style...
Ruby
Boucheron Colored Stone & Diamond "African" Cross Pendant
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
A large, grooved gold cross centering a cabochon ruby, surrounded by white diamonds, each arm tipped with a green onyx bead, signed Boucheron, numbered #57812, stamped OR 750 for 18k...
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Boucheron gem set enamel gold African Warrior Pin
By Boucheron
Located in Paris, IDF
A yellow gold 750/000 Boucheron Brooch, "Cavalier" collection, figuring a knight enhanced by colored green, red, white and blue enamel and set with cabochon emeralds, ruby and turquo...
Coral, Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Sold|$11,568
Oval Cut Ruby Halo Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Ruby is African. Oval Cut Ruby - 1.63ct Diamonds - 1.00ct Ring Metal - 18k White Gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$12,985
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring
By Gianni Lazzaro
Located in Duesseldorf, DE
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring 35 Diamonds 0.61 Carat 1 Ruby African 10.24 carat Size EU 54 US 6.8 Founded in 1974, Gianni Lazzaro is a family-owned jewelery compan...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18kt white gold Bracelet with Ruby & Halo Diamonds Round Cut
Located in Khet Bang Rak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon
A truly stunning showpiece, this tennis bracelet sparkles and shines with natural East African red rubies & natural diamonds. The perfect complement to your fanciest night-out ensemb...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
5.32 Carat GRS Certified Unheated Blood Red Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Grenoble, FR
The certificate comes from one of the most renowned laboratories in the world, the "GRS" one of the first to have introduced the color "Blood Red" as the color pa...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Octagon Ruby and Diamond Halo Rose Gold Stud Earrings Classic Elegant and Rare
Located in Toronto, ON
Primary metal: 18k Rose Gold Primary Gemstones: Natural Ruby Accent Gemstones: Natural diamonds Primary Metal Details Solid 18k Rose Gold Gold weight: 2.17 grams Primary Gemstone...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
John Hardy Naga Black and White Sapphire Ring RZS658284AFRBBLS
By John Hardy
Located in Wilmington, DE
Scintillating black sapphires adorn the dragon's face. African rubies shine brightly as the dragon's eyes, and white sapphires create his eyebrows.
Fouché African Cameo Sapphire Ruby Cuff
By Fouche
Located in London, GB
This African cow horn cuff-bangle is set with a silver cameo; hand cast in solid silver with a choice of brilliant-cut blue sapphire or pink ruby; set in the ear of a traditionally d...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Hannaboya Certified 6.10 ctw Natural Sapphire and Ruby Platinum Silver Bangle
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Introducing our extraordinary EGL certified Sapphires and Ruby Bangle, a true masterpiece that will capture your heart. This exquisite bangle showcases a stunning array of 14 natural...
Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum, Silver
2ct Moonstone and Natural PINK RUBY Cocktail Ring
By Hannaboya
Located in Lanham, MD
Introducing our exquisite 2ct Moonstone and 100% Natural Pink Ruby Platinum Silver Cocktail Ring, a true statement piece for those special occasions. This ring features a captivatin...
Moonstone, Ruby, Platinum, Silver, Sterling Silver
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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