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Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide
Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide

Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide

Located in Wailea, HI

: Emulating the Cartier legacy, our bracelet showcases 79 meticulously carved sapphires, rubies, and emeralds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1990s Baroda-Style 18kt Gold Tourmaline, Emerald, Ruby, Diamond Ring
1990s Baroda-Style 18kt Gold Tourmaline, Emerald, Ruby, Diamond Ring

1990s Baroda-Style 18kt Gold Tourmaline, Emerald, Ruby, Diamond Ring

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

in India introduced him to carved rubies, emeralds, and sapphires and to traditional motifs such as

Category

1990s Anglo-Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18K Gold, natural Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby & Diamonds Link Bracelet
Set in 18K Gold, natural Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby & Diamonds Link Bracelet

Set in 18K Gold, natural Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby & Diamonds Link Bracelet

By JEWEL HUB

Located in Hong Kong, HK

carved Blue sapphires, Emeralds & Rubies is 43.96 carats. The carved Blue sapphires, Emeralds & Rubies

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Exceptional Art Nouveau Gold and Multi-Gem Letter Opener, Carved Emerald Face
Exceptional Art Nouveau Gold and Multi-Gem Letter Opener, Carved Emerald Face

Exceptional Art Nouveau Gold and Multi-Gem Letter Opener, Carved Emerald Face

Located in New York, NY

, emeralds, onyx and citrine, terminating in a carved emerald face surrounded by a radial of diamonds

Category

Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Desk Accessories

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Fire Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 16.15 Carat Ruby Emerald Diamond Cluster Gold Brooch Pendant
GIA Certified 16.15 Carat Ruby Emerald Diamond Cluster Gold Brooch Pendant

GIA Certified 16.15 Carat Ruby Emerald Diamond Cluster Gold Brooch Pendant

Located in Stamford, CT

red carved Rubies. Natural color bright green carved Emeralds certified. 15 carved Rubies and 5 pear

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco Sapphire Emerald Ruby Diamond Flower Brooch Retro Museum Quality 14K
Art Deco Sapphire Emerald Ruby Diamond Flower Brooch Retro Museum Quality 14K

Art Deco Sapphire Emerald Ruby Diamond Flower Brooch Retro Museum Quality 14K

Located in New York, NY

EMERALDS, ROUND FACETED SAPPHIRES, RUBIES, DIAMONDS AND EMERALDS WITH BAGUETTE DIAMONDS IN THE BOW, IN THIS

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...

Choker Silver Necklace With Carved Jade & Emerald Stones in Pave Set Diamonds
Choker Silver Necklace With Carved Jade & Emerald Stones in Pave Set Diamonds

Choker Silver Necklace With Carved Jade & Emerald Stones in Pave Set Diamonds

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

"18Kt:1.9g, Diamond:8.12Ct, Silver:30.922g, Emerald:62.72Ct, Jade:43.05Ct,"

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Pink Sapphire Carved Emerald Cts 306 South Sea Pearl Necklace
Pink Sapphire Carved Emerald Cts 306 South Sea Pearl Necklace

Pink Sapphire Carved Emerald Cts 306 South Sea Pearl Necklace

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Featuring 306 carats of heated pink sapphires from Madagascar and intricately carved emeralds from

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby

Art Nouveau Rose Quartz, Gold, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Walking Stick
Art Nouveau Rose Quartz, Gold, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Walking Stick

Art Nouveau Rose Quartz, Gold, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Walking Stick

By Fabergé

Located in London, GB

Art Nouveau rose quartz, gold, ruby, emerald and diamond walking stick Russian, c. 1900 Height

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Gold

Table Box Enamel two-tone ruby red and emerald green Salimbeni.
Table Box Enamel two-tone ruby red and emerald green Salimbeni.

Table Box Enamel two-tone ruby red and emerald green Salimbeni.

By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

on guilloche, two-tone ruby red and emerald green, in a modern contemporary style. Measurements cm

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold

Picture Frame Enamel two-tone ruby red and emerald green Salimbeni.
Picture Frame Enamel two-tone ruby red and emerald green Salimbeni.

Picture Frame Enamel two-tone ruby red and emerald green Salimbeni.

By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

stripes on guilloche, two-tone ruby red and emerald green, in a modern contemporary style. External

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Diamond and Carved Natural Fine Gemstone Necklace
Diamond and Carved Natural Fine Gemstone Necklace

Diamond and Carved Natural Fine Gemstone Necklace

Located in London, GB

hosts 52.02ct of emerald carvings, 55.38ct of sapphire carvings and 61.76ct of ruby carvings. The

Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Spinel, Platinum

Diamond and Carved Natural Fine Gemstone Bracelet
Diamond and Carved Natural Fine Gemstone Bracelet

Diamond and Carved Natural Fine Gemstone Bracelet

Located in London, GB

A unique cocktail bracelet featuring a selection of fine carved gemstones and beads creating a

Category

2010s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Spinel, Platinum

Set Picture Frame+Table Box Enamel two-tone ruby red and emerald green Salimbeni
Set Picture Frame+Table Box Enamel two-tone ruby red and emerald green Salimbeni

Set Picture Frame+Table Box Enamel two-tone ruby red and emerald green Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Giorgio Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

the same stripes with translucent fired enamel in ruby ​​red and emerald green, just like the frame

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold, Gold Plate

Carved Flower  with gemstones silver, gold
Carved Flower  with gemstones silver, gold

Carved Flower with gemstones silver, gold

$421Sale Price / item|46% Off

Carved Flower with gemstones silver, gold

Located in Istanbul, TR

Carved Flower ring with gemstones silver, gold. Lab emerald and ruby ring. Carved mother of pearl

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Carved Flower 14k ring with gemstones
Carved Flower 14k ring with gemstones

Carved Flower 14k ring with gemstones

Located in Istanbul, TR

ruby - 2,5 mm, round cut, red color Lab emeralds - 1.2 mm, round cut, green color Carved mother of pear

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, Emerald, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold French Chinos Carved Jade Pendant
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold French Chinos Carved Jade Pendant

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold French Chinos Carved Jade Pendant

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

carved jade centerpiece. It is accented with four carved emeralds, five carved sapphires, two cabochon

Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tutti Frutti Carved Stones Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide
Tutti Frutti Carved Stones Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide

Tutti Frutti Carved Stones Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide

$30,800Sale Price|20% Off

W 1.5 in L 7.5 in

Tutti Frutti Carved Stones Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide

Located in North Hollywood, CA

are 23 Carved Emeralds, 21 Carved Rubies, 20 Carved Sapphires 10 round Emeralds, 9 round Sapphires and

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings
Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

, emerald, citrine, ruby and .41 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other flower collection matching pieces

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

23.21 Carat Carved Garnet Quartz 18 Karat Gold Flower Earrings
23.21 Carat Carved Garnet Quartz 18 Karat Gold Flower Earrings

23.21 Carat Carved Garnet Quartz 18 Karat Gold Flower Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

, quartz, ruby, topaz and emerald. See other flower collection matching pieces. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Topaz, Emerald, Garnet, Quartz, 18k Gold, Gold

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings
Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

, emerald, topaz, amethyst, citrine, ruby and .45 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other flower collection

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold

Estate Art Deco Inspired Tutti Frutti, Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace
Estate Art Deco Inspired Tutti Frutti, Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace

Estate Art Deco Inspired Tutti Frutti, Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace

Located in New York, NY

composed of hand carved Rubies, Sapphires and cabochon Emeralds. The fruit filled basket is further

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings
Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

, emerald, topaz, amethyst, citrine, ruby and .78 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other flower collection

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Topaz, G...

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings
Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

, emerald, topaz, amethyst, citrine, ruby and .69 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other flower collection

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Topaz, Amethyst, G...

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Chandelier Earrings

Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Chandelier Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

, emerald, topaz, amethyst, citrine, ruby and .47 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other flower collection

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold

Royal Bouquet Monumental Centerpiece 18K Gold Carved Agate-Handcrafted To Order
Royal Bouquet Monumental Centerpiece 18K Gold Carved Agate-Handcrafted To Order

Royal Bouquet Monumental Centerpiece 18K Gold Carved Agate-Handcrafted To Order

Located in ראשון לציון, IL

is set with emeralds, forming an elegant ornamental structure around the carved agate body. The

Category

2010s Israeli Art Nouveau Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Emerald, Jade, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Topaz, 18k Go...

Multi Gemstone Carved Flower Chandelier Earring With Diamonds In 18K Yellow Gold
Multi Gemstone Carved Flower Chandelier Earring With Diamonds In 18K Yellow Gold

Multi Gemstone Carved Flower Chandelier Earring With Diamonds In 18K Yellow Gold

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

18KT:7.607g,D:0.47ct, Emer:0.13ct,Mix :37.00ct,Ruby:0.16ct,

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18.8 Carats Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Linear Earrings
18.8 Carats Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Linear Earrings

18.8 Carats Carved Multi Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Flower Diamond Linear Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

, emerald, topaz, ruby and .37 carats of sparkling diamonds. See other flower collection matching pieces

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold

Guanyin Goddess Ring Carved Coral Gemstone Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail
Guanyin Goddess Ring Carved Coral Gemstone Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail

Guanyin Goddess Ring Carved Coral Gemstone Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail

Located in Torrance, CA

yellow gold. Coral is carved in the form of Guanyin measuring 35mm x 20mm. Ten rubies are estimated at

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

20 Karat Yellow Gold Bone Drop, Earrings
20 Karat Yellow Gold Bone Drop, Earrings

20 Karat Yellow Gold Bone Drop, Earrings

By Coomi

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Spectacular hand-carved bone earrings set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold with Ruby weighing approximately

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1940s Multi-Gem Rock Crystal Double Clip Brooch
Vintage 1940s Multi-Gem Rock Crystal Double Clip Brooch

Vintage 1940s Multi-Gem Rock Crystal Double Clip Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 14k white gold with 2 carved Rock Crystals, Diamonds, Rubies, Emeralds, and

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Art Deco Tutti Frutti Bracelet
Art Deco Tutti Frutti Bracelet

Art Deco Tutti Frutti Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Tutti Frutti Bracelet A bracelet set with 24 carved rubies, emeralds, and sapphires

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

David Webb Tutti Frutti Ring
David Webb Tutti Frutti Ring

David Webb Tutti Frutti Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Tutti Frutti Ring An 18 karat gold ring set with carved emeralds, sapphires, & ruby

Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Tutti Frutti Bracelet, 18K White Gold, 38ct Gemstones, Italy
Tutti Frutti Bracelet, 18K White Gold, 38ct Gemstones, Italy

Tutti Frutti Bracelet, 18K White Gold, 38ct Gemstones, Italy

$18,000Sale Price|20% Off

W 1 in L 7.5 in

Tutti Frutti Bracelet, 18K White Gold, 38ct Gemstones, Italy

Located in North Hollywood, CA

carved leaves in Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby they are not Tutti Frutti so be aware. Also the very best

Category

Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Beaded Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum Tutti Frutti Moonstone Diamond Flower Pot Brooch
Antique Art Deco Platinum Tutti Frutti Moonstone Diamond Flower Pot Brooch

Antique Art Deco Platinum Tutti Frutti Moonstone Diamond Flower Pot Brooch

Located in Winter Springs, FL

diamonds in both fancy yellow and white totaling approximately 2.60cttw . It is also set with carved rubies

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Kaso Red Apple Acrylic Lucite Clip Earrings
Kaso Red Apple Acrylic Lucite Clip Earrings

Kaso Red Apple Acrylic Lucite Clip Earrings

$350

W 1.88 in D 0.69 in L 2.19 in

Kaso Red Apple Acrylic Lucite Clip Earrings

By Harriet Bauknight for KASO

Located in Atlanta, GA

. They feature a dimensional apple shape, all carved in ruby red and emerald green colors, with mirror

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Tutti Frutti Jade Giardinetto Flower Pendant Necklace
Tutti Frutti Jade Giardinetto Flower Pendant Necklace

Tutti Frutti Jade Giardinetto Flower Pendant Necklace

Located in New York, NY

any fine jewelry collection. Details: Metal: 14K White Gold Gemstone: Carved Jade, Rubies, Sapphires

Category

20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Givenchy Deco Style Tutti Frutti Earrings 1980s
Vintage Givenchy Deco Style Tutti Frutti Earrings 1980s

Vintage Givenchy Deco Style Tutti Frutti Earrings 1980s

By Givenchy

Located in Wilmslow, GB

carved ruby, sapphire and emerald. In very good vintage condition without damage or repair. Approx. 2.3cm

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Extraordinary French Gold Bracelet with Gem-Set Panels - '40s
Extraordinary French Gold Bracelet with Gem-Set Panels - '40s

Extraordinary French Gold Bracelet with Gem-Set Panels - '40s

Located in Milano, Lombardia

dancers and musicians — rendered in a dazzling combination of carved rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and

Category

Vintage 1940s More Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Diamond and Platinum Brooch by Cartier, Circa 1900
Diamond and Platinum Brooch by Cartier, Circa 1900

Diamond and Platinum Brooch by Cartier, Circa 1900

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

iconic and avant-garde designs, including their 'Tutti Frutti' jewels featuring carved rubies, sapphires

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pair of Tutti-Frutti Clip Earrings
Pair of Tutti-Frutti Clip Earrings

Pair of Tutti-Frutti Clip Earrings

Located in London, GB

centre with two emerald, two sapphire and two ruby carved leaves in claw- setting, all mounted in white

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tutti Frutti Carved Stones Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide
Tutti Frutti Carved Stones Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide

Tutti Frutti Carved Stones Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide

$30,800Sale Price|20% Off

W 1.5 in L 7.5 in

Tutti Frutti Carved Stones Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat Wide

Located in North Hollywood, CA

are 23 Carved Emeralds, 21 Carved Rubies, 20 Carved Sapphires 10 round Emeralds, 9 round Sapphires and

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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Carved Emerald Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate carved emerald ruby for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. Our collection of these items for sale includes 88 vintage editions and 31 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a carved emerald ruby may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a carved emerald ruby has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Royaal Stones Ltd, David Webb and Meghna Jewels are consistently popular. A carved emerald ruby of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Ruby, from our inventory of 83, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and cabochon versions for sale. When shopping for a carved emerald ruby, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Carved Emerald Ruby?

On average, a carved emerald ruby at 1stDibs sells for $8,000, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $675,000 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.