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Fine Burma Ruby Diamond Bracelet
Fine Burma Ruby Diamond Bracelet

Fine Burma Ruby Diamond Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Elegant ruby and diamond bracelet set in platinum. 11.41 carats of oval Burma Rubys. Over

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum

Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

4.20 carat Oval cut Certified “Intense RED” Burma Ruby. .75 carats of white round brilliant cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GRS certified 1.21Ct Burmese Unheated Ruby-Burma Ruby (6.86 x 5.53 x 3.65mm)
GRS certified 1.21Ct Burmese Unheated Ruby-Burma Ruby (6.86 x 5.53 x 3.65mm)

GRS certified 1.21Ct Burmese Unheated Ruby-Burma Ruby (6.86 x 5.53 x 3.65mm)

Located in Singapore, SG

Burma Rubies are highly valued for their scarcity. Our Burma Rubies are sourced in their purest

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Natural "Pigeon's Blood" Burma Ruby Gemstone 2.32 carats with GIA Report
Natural "Pigeon's Blood" Burma Ruby Gemstone 2.32 carats with GIA Report

Natural "Pigeon's Blood" Burma Ruby Gemstone 2.32 carats with GIA Report

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Identification: Natural "Pigeon's Blood" Burma Ruby 2.32 carats with GIA Report Carat: 2.32 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Burma Ruby Ring, 2.39 Carats
Burma Ruby Ring, 2.39 Carats

Burma Ruby Ring, 2.39 Carats

Located in New Orleans, LA

Chic and beautiful, this elegant ring features an exquisite untreated Burma ruby at the center. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

0.83 ct Oval Ruby Burma
0.83 ct Oval Ruby Burma

0.83 ct Oval Ruby Burma

$1,360

W 0.22 in D 0.16 in L 0.18 in

0.83 ct Oval Ruby Burma

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Description: Gem Type: Ruby Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 0.83 cts Measurements: 5.46x4.55x3.83 mm

Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

0.85 ct Oval Ruby Burma
0.85 ct Oval Ruby Burma

0.85 ct Oval Ruby Burma

$1,360

W 0.24 in D 0.13 in L 0.19 in

0.85 ct Oval Ruby Burma

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Description: Gem Type: Ruby Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 0.85 cts Measurements: 6.04x4.69x3.05 mm

Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified Dazzling Sunflowers No Heat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Studs
GIA Certified Dazzling Sunflowers No Heat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Studs

GIA Certified Dazzling Sunflowers No Heat Burmese Ruby and Diamond Studs

Located in New York, NY

18K WHITE GOLD 112 DIAMONDS, 0.74 CARATS 2 NO-HEAT BURMESE RUBIES, 1.52 CARATS GIA Certified

Category

2010s Burmese Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Renaissance Revival Burmese Ruby Ring
Renaissance Revival Burmese Ruby Ring

Renaissance Revival Burmese Ruby Ring

Located in London, GB

set with a single elongated cushion cut ruby. This natural stone is of Burmese origin and showcases an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Renaissance Revival Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

2.97 carat certified Fine Burma Ruby. .38 carats of size diamonds. Set in platinum and 18k

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

0.67 ct Oval Ruby Burma
0.67 ct Oval Ruby Burma

0.67 ct Oval Ruby Burma

$1,120

W 0.23 in D 0.11 in L 0.19 in

0.67 ct Oval Ruby Burma

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Description: Gem Type: Ruby Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 0.67 cts Measurements: 5.72x4.72x2.59 mm

Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

0.89 ct Oval Ruby Burma
0.89 ct Oval Ruby Burma

0.89 ct Oval Ruby Burma

$1,120

W 0.28 in D 0.11 in L 0.2 in

0.89 ct Oval Ruby Burma

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Description: Gem Type: Ruby Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 0.89 cts Measurements: 7.02x4.94x2.62 mm

Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

0.78 ct Oval Ruby Burma
0.78 ct Oval Ruby Burma

0.78 ct Oval Ruby Burma

$1,280

W 0.23 in D 0.13 in L 0.19 in

0.78 ct Oval Ruby Burma

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Description: Gem Type: Ruby Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 0.78 cts Measurements: 5.73x4.63x3.30 mm

Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Van Cleef & Arpels Burma Ruby & Burma Sapphire Long Dia Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Burma Ruby & Burma Sapphire Long Dia Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Burma Ruby & Burma Sapphire Long Dia Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

document below) and GIA certificates. Stating the blue sapphires and Rubies Burma Origin and No Heating

Category

Vintage 1970s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

GIA Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring
GIA Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring

GIA Burma Ruby & Diamond Ring

Located in San Francisco, CA

A beautiful update on a classic Art Deco design, this 18k gold ring centers an oval-shaped Burmese

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

GFCO Certified 1.39 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Brilliant Cut Gemstone
GFCO Certified 1.39 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Brilliant Cut Gemstone

GFCO Certified 1.39 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Brilliant Cut Gemstone

Located in Peshawar, PK

Faceted Burmese Ruby Weight: 1.39 Carat Dimension: 8.22 x 5.93 x 3.21 Mm Colour: Vivid Pink- Red

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Gubelin Certified 1.97 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
Gubelin Certified 1.97 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

Gubelin Certified 1.97 Carat No Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

18K WHITE GOLD 102 DIAMONDS 1.237 CARATS 1 NO-HEAT BURMESE RUBY 1.97 CARATS GUBELIN LAB

Category

2010s Burmese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Gubelin Certified 1.07 Carat No-Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
Gubelin Certified 1.07 Carat No-Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

Gubelin Certified 1.07 Carat No-Heat Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

18K WHITE GOLD 38 DIAMONDS 0.30 CARATS 1 NO-HEAT BURMESE RUBY 1.07 CARATS GUBELIN LAB CERTIFIED

Category

2010s Burmese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Burma Ruby Ring by Boucheron
Burma Ruby Ring by Boucheron

Burma Ruby Ring by Boucheron

By Boucheron

Located in New Orleans, LA

This remarkable Burma ruby ring by Boucheron is a beautiful jeweled creation by one of the most

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

GFCO Certified 1.61 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone
GFCO Certified 1.61 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone

GFCO Certified 1.61 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone

Located in Peshawar, PK

Faceted Burmese Ruby Weight: 1.61 Carat Dimension: 7.91 x 6.66 x 3.57 Mm Colour: Vivid Pink- Red

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby, Other

GFCO Certified 0.57 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone
GFCO Certified 0.57 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone

GFCO Certified 0.57 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone

Located in Peshawar, PK

Faceted Burmese Ruby Weight: 0.57 Carat Dimension: 4.93 x 4.93 x 2.73 Mm Colour: Vivid Pink- Red

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby, Other

Bora & Co 2.36ct Burma No Heat Ruby with Rose Cut Natural Diamonds
Bora & Co 2.36ct Burma No Heat Ruby with Rose Cut Natural Diamonds

Bora & Co 2.36ct Burma No Heat Ruby with Rose Cut Natural Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Bora & Co GIA Certified 2.36ct Burma Ruby No-Heat & Rose-Cut Diamond Ring A true rarity in the

Category

2010s Burmese Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Guild Certified 1.22 Carat Natural Loose Pigeon Blood Ruby From Burma
Guild Certified 1.22 Carat Natural Loose Pigeon Blood Ruby From Burma

Guild Certified 1.22 Carat Natural Loose Pigeon Blood Ruby From Burma

Located in Peshawar, PK

centuries, Burma rubies have captured hearts and minds. They are renowned for their rich, fiery red colour

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby, Other

Burmese Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Burmese Ruby and Diamond Earrings

Burmese Ruby and Diamond Earrings

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

These magnificent Burmese Ruby and Diamond earrings feature approximately 12 carats of pear shaped

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Burmese Ruby & Diamond Necklace & Bracelet in 18ct Gold, GCS Certified
Vintage Burmese Ruby & Diamond Necklace & Bracelet in 18ct Gold, GCS Certified

Vintage Burmese Ruby & Diamond Necklace & Bracelet in 18ct Gold, GCS Certified

Located in London, GB

A rare and dynamic two-piece vintage set comprising a Burmese ruby necklace and matching bracelet

Category

Vintage 1980s Burmese Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Intense Red Burma Ruby No Heat Piegon Blood Ring  Certified By GRS
Intense Red Burma Ruby No Heat Piegon Blood Ring  Certified By GRS

Intense Red Burma Ruby No Heat Piegon Blood Ring Certified By GRS

Located in Dubai, AE

The Natural Burma Ruby Ring is a stunning piece of jewelry that exudes elegance and sophistication

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

Burmese Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Burmese Ruby Diamond Gold Ring

Burmese Ruby Diamond Gold Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A very fine oval cut Burmese ruby, GIA Certified. The center stone measures 8.37 x 6.33 x 3.46 mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Platinum Burma Ruby Band Ring
Platinum Burma Ruby Band Ring

Platinum Burma Ruby Band Ring

Located in New York, NY

Plaitnum 7 ruby band, ruby weighing approx. 2.1 cts ring size 6 3/4, weight 2.6 dwt

Category

20th Century Unknown More Rings

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

GFCO Certified Burma Ruby Ring
GFCO Certified Burma Ruby Ring

GFCO Certified Burma Ruby Ring

Located in บางรัก, TH

18kt white gold ruby ring with diamonds Gold colour & karat: White gold 18kt Weight

Category

2010s Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified Burmese Ruby & Diamond Dangle Earrings
Certified Burmese Ruby & Diamond Dangle Earrings

Certified Burmese Ruby & Diamond Dangle Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Certified Burmese Ruby & Diamond Dangle Earrings 2 oval cut rubies approximately 3.93 cts

Category

Vintage 1970s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified Natural Unheated Burmese Ruby Necklace
Certified Natural Unheated Burmese Ruby Necklace

Certified Natural Unheated Burmese Ruby Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Certified Natural Unheated Burmese Ruby Necklace A five-strand ruby bead necklace with an Indian

Category

20th Century Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Important Burma Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Important Burma Ruby and Diamond Earrings

Important Burma Ruby and Diamond Earrings

By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

A RARE FIND! A pair of perfectly matched cushion shape cabochon INTENSE RED Burma Ruby earrings

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Bvlgari Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Earrings
Bvlgari Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Earrings

Bvlgari Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Earrings

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Bulgari Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Chandelier Earrings Bulgari earrings set with 24 oval and

Category

20th Century Italian Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Unheated Burma Ruby Ring, 2.45 carats
Unheated Burma Ruby Ring, 2.45 carats

Unheated Burma Ruby Ring, 2.45 carats

Located in New Orleans, LA

This magnificent ring showcases a 2.45-carat unheated Burmese ruby of exceptional quality, flanked

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Important Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Important Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace

Important Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace

By Diamond Scene

Located in New York, NY

A stunning high quality Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace. 39.30 carats of fine Burma Ruby

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Unheated Burma Ruby Ring, 2.45 carats
Unheated Burma Ruby Ring, 2.45 carats

Unheated Burma Ruby Ring, 2.45 carats

Located in New Orleans, LA

This magnificent ring showcases a 2.45-carat unheated Burmese ruby of exceptional quality, flanked

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Certified 12.51 Carat Oval Burma Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
Certified 12.51 Carat Oval Burma Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring

Certified 12.51 Carat Oval Burma Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring

By Royaal Stones Ltd

Located in Bangkok, Thailand

18K White Gold featuring a 12.51 Carat natural, red, heated Burma Ruby and 2 cadillac shaped diamonds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Natural Burma Ruby Gemstone 0.51 carats set in Platinum Pendant with Diamonds
Natural Burma Ruby Gemstone 0.51 carats set in Platinum Pendant with Diamonds

Natural Burma Ruby Gemstone 0.51 carats set in Platinum Pendant with Diamonds

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Burma ruby, gracefully accented by sparkling diamonds. The rich red hue of the ruby, sourced from

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

9.59ct Burma Ruby 1.79ct Diamond Bracelet
9.59ct Burma Ruby 1.79ct Diamond Bracelet

9.59ct Burma Ruby 1.79ct Diamond Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

This is an elegant 18k white gold bracelet. The bracelet is set with lovely oval cut Burma rubies

Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

9 carat Burma Ruby and Diamond
9 carat Burma Ruby and Diamond

9 carat Burma Ruby and Diamond

By Damiani

Located in New York, NY

! Gorgeous 9.11 carat Fine Burma Ruby surrounded by 3.60 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds set in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring, Certified
Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring, Certified

Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring, Certified

Located in New York, NY

Burma ruby and diamond ring in platinum. This ring features a vibrant Burmese heated ruby weighing

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage 2.90 Carat Burmese Ruby Ring
Vintage 2.90 Carat Burmese Ruby Ring

Vintage 2.90 Carat Burmese Ruby Ring

Located in London, GB

Width: 6mm - 4.5mm Ring Size: P (56.5) Ruby Weight: Approx. 2.90ct Ruby Details: Origin: Burma (Myanmar

Category

Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 0.85 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
GIA Certified 0.85 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring

GIA Certified 0.85 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring

By Rewa Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

This ring showcases a 0.85-carat GIA-certified heart-cut red ruby from Burma, left untreated to

Category

2010s Burmese Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.23ct Burma Ruby 1.08ct Diamond Ring
2.23ct Burma Ruby 1.08ct Diamond Ring

2.23ct Burma Ruby 1.08ct Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

This is an elegant platinum ring. The ring is centered with lovely oval cut Burma ruby that weighs

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Untreated Burma Ruby and Pearl Bracelet
Untreated Burma Ruby and Pearl Bracelet

Untreated Burma Ruby and Pearl Bracelet

Located in New Orleans, LA

Ten exquisite Burma rubies display their prized "pigeon blood" hue in this elegant bracelet. Each

Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

GRS Certified 2.99 Oval Cut Burma Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring
GRS Certified 2.99 Oval Cut Burma Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring

GRS Certified 2.99 Oval Cut Burma Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring

Located in Miami, FL

GRS certified 2.99 oval cut Burmese origin unheated ruby and diamond halo ring. Featuring a center

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Burmese Ruby & Diamond Men's Ring
Certified Burmese Ruby & Diamond Men's Ring

Certified Burmese Ruby & Diamond Men's Ring

Located in New York, NY

Certified Burmese Ruby & Diamond Men's Ring Ruby Weight: Approximately 1.50 cts ring size: 6.25

Category

Vintage 1980s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Antique Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace

Antique Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace

Located in New Orleans, LA

Sumptuous Burma rubies and vibrant white diamonds come together in this sensational antique

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver

Burma Ruby White Gold Solitaire Ring
Burma Ruby White Gold Solitaire Ring

Burma Ruby White Gold Solitaire Ring

By Emeralds Maravellous

Located in US

Stunning Statement Retro Cathedral Style Solitaire Ring Centering a 13.91 carats Burma Ruby

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Unheated Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
Unheated Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

Unheated Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring

Located in New Orleans, LA

A coveted untreated Burma ruby centers this dazzling 19th-century Victorian-era ring. The 1.09

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

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Burma Burmese Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact burma burmese ruby you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. Find an antique version now, or shop for 703 vintage or 670 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect burma burmese ruby among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a burma burmese ruby has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by OGI Ltd, Royaal Stones Ltd and Cartier are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and round cut alternatives. Most of our burma burmese ruby for sale are for women, but there are 466 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Burma Burmese Ruby?

On average, a burma burmese ruby at 1stDibs sells for $16,939, while they’re typically $420 on the low end and $1,750,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Ruby in Jewelry Design

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.

Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.