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Loose Pigeon Blood Ruby

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

Natural Loose Ruby Weight: 1.22 Carat Dimension: 5.67 x 5.64 x 4.40 Mm Colour: Pigeon Blood Red

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby, Other

Exceptional Untreated 2.03 carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby (Swiss Certified)
Exceptional Untreated 2.03 carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby (Swiss Certified)

Exceptional Untreated 2.03 carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby (Swiss Certified)

Located in London, GB

This exceptional, untreated and stunningly beautiful 2.03 carat pigeon's blood ruby originates from

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Exceptional, Untreated 1.56 carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby - Swiss Certified
Exceptional, Untreated 1.56 carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby - Swiss Certified

Exceptional, Untreated 1.56 carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby - Swiss Certified

Located in London, GB

This exceptional, untreated and stunningly beautiful pigeon's blood ruby originates from Mozambique

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

2 Burmese Pigeon’s Blood Rubies Cts 2.22 With GRS Certificate
2 Burmese Pigeon’s Blood Rubies Cts 2.22 With GRS Certificate

2 Burmese Pigeon’s Blood Rubies Cts 2.22 With GRS Certificate

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Burmese Pigeon’s Blood Rubies are a mesmerizing duo totaling 2.22 carats. One is a 1.00-carat oval gem

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary 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

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Unheated 2.13 Carat Natural Ruby Loose stone in Pigeon Blood
Unheated 2.13 Carat Natural Ruby Loose stone in Pigeon Blood

Unheated 2.13 Carat Natural Ruby Loose stone in Pigeon Blood

Located in London, GB

Natural Ruby Loose Stone in Pigeon Blood 2.13 carat, unheated GRS/GCS appointed lab certificate

Category

2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Unheated 3.03 Carat Natural Ruby Loose stone in Pigeon Blood
Unheated 3.03 Carat Natural Ruby Loose stone in Pigeon Blood

Unheated 3.03 Carat Natural Ruby Loose stone in Pigeon Blood

Located in London, GB

Natural Ruby Loose Stone in Pigeon Blood 3.03 carat, unheated GRS/GCS appointed lab certificate

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Unheated 2.06 Carat Natural Ruby Loose stone in Pigeon Blood
Unheated 2.06 Carat Natural Ruby Loose stone in Pigeon Blood

Unheated 2.06 Carat Natural Ruby Loose stone in Pigeon Blood

Located in London, GB

Natural Ruby Loose Stone in Pigeon Blood 2.06 carat, unheated GRS/GCS appointed lab certificate

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Unheated 2.20 Carat Natural Ruby Loose Stone in Pigeon Blood
Unheated 2.20 Carat Natural Ruby Loose Stone in Pigeon Blood

Unheated 2.20 Carat Natural Ruby Loose Stone in Pigeon Blood

Located in London, GB

Natural Ruby Loose Stone 2.20 carat, unheated GRS/appointed lab certificate can be arranged upon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

5 carat Unheated Pigeon Blood Ruby
5 carat Unheated Pigeon Blood Ruby

5 carat Unheated Pigeon Blood Ruby

Unavailable

W 0.34 in D 0.24 in L 0.43 in

5 carat Unheated Pigeon Blood Ruby

Located in London, GB

A stunning 5 carat unheated pigeon blood ruby. This gorgeous ruby from Mozambique is full of

Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

2ct Pigeons Blood Burmese Ruby - Unheated
2ct Pigeons Blood Burmese Ruby - Unheated

2ct Pigeons Blood Burmese Ruby - Unheated

Unavailable

W 0.24 in D 0.2 in L 0.3 in

2ct Pigeons Blood Burmese Ruby - Unheated

Located in London, GB

This Beautiful unheated Burmese 'Pigeon Blood' red ruby is the perfect stone for anyone looking to

Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby

5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby

Unavailable

W 0.34 in D 0.2 in L 0.5 in

5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby

Located in London, GB

This 5.03ct unheated certified 'Pigeons Blood' Red Ruby is a gemstone of very high and fine quality

Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

5 carat Pigeons Blood Red Ruby
5 carat Pigeons Blood Red Ruby

5 carat Pigeons Blood Red Ruby

Unavailable

W 0.36 in D 0.24 in L 0.39 in

5 carat Pigeons Blood Red Ruby

Located in London, GB

This 5 Carat Unheated Mozambican Ruby is a desirable and unique gemstone with multiple positive

Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

2 carat unheated pigeons blood pearshape burmese ruby
2 carat unheated pigeons blood pearshape burmese ruby

2 carat unheated pigeons blood pearshape burmese ruby

Located in London, GB

This pearshape unheated burmese ruby of pigeons blood red colour is a superior gemstone in every

Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

3.50 carat 'Pigeons Blood' Red Burmese Ruby - Unheated
3.50 carat 'Pigeons Blood' Red Burmese Ruby - Unheated

3.50 carat 'Pigeons Blood' Red Burmese Ruby - Unheated

Unavailable

W 0.33 in D 0.21 in L 0.38 in

3.50 carat 'Pigeons Blood' Red Burmese Ruby - Unheated

Located in London, GB

This 3.50ct+ unheated Burmese Ruby is certified as 'Pigeons Blood' Red by the GRS. This stone

Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GRS Prestigious Platinum Awarded 7.05 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby
GRS Prestigious Platinum Awarded 7.05 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby

GRS Prestigious Platinum Awarded 7.05 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby

Unavailable

H 0.27 in W 0.47 in D 0.27 in Dm 0.47 in L 0.34 in

GRS Prestigious Platinum Awarded 7.05 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby

Located in Chatuchak, TH

of "GRS-type pigeon's blood ruby" (without strong fluorescence). The vivid red color radiates

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

A Pair of 1 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Rubies
A Pair of 1 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Rubies

A Pair of 1 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Rubies

Unavailable

W 0.19 in D 0.15 in L 0.27 in

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

Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

1.42 Cts AIGS Certified Pigeon Blood Ruby Mozambique AAA Grade
1.42 Cts AIGS Certified Pigeon Blood Ruby Mozambique AAA Grade

1.42 Cts AIGS Certified Pigeon Blood Ruby Mozambique AAA Grade

Located in บางรัก, TH

A certified Pigeon Blood Ruby from Mozambique is a rare and highly prized gemstone known for its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GEMCOOK JEWELLERY AIGS Certified 1.03ct Unheated Pigeon Blood Burma Mogok
GEMCOOK JEWELLERY AIGS Certified 1.03ct Unheated Pigeon Blood Burma Mogok

GEMCOOK JEWELLERY AIGS Certified 1.03ct Unheated Pigeon Blood Burma Mogok

Located in Bangkok, TH

This gemstone is pigeon blood certified by AIGS and has obtained the GRS color certification "Vivid

Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Burma Ruby Ring Gem Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood 2.14 Carat Unset Loose Gemstone
Burma Ruby Ring Gem Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood 2.14 Carat Unset Loose Gemstone

Burma Ruby Ring Gem Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood 2.14 Carat Unset Loose Gemstone

By Tamir

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This 2.14 carat square emerald-cut, vivid red (described by G.I.A as "Pigeon's Blood") Burmese Ruby

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GIA certificate Unheated Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood color 1.17ct
GIA certificate Unheated Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood color 1.17ct

GIA certificate Unheated Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood color 1.17ct

Located in bangkok, TH

, color Even no banded Rare gemstone alarm burma ruby pigeon blood color with Gia certification Top GIA

Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

No-Heat 1.78 Carat Oval Cut Natural Ruby Pigeon Blood
No-Heat 1.78 Carat Oval Cut Natural Ruby Pigeon Blood

No-Heat 1.78 Carat Oval Cut Natural Ruby Pigeon Blood

Located in Bangkok, TH

treatment. The ruby is an oval shape and it has a pigeon blood color that is absolutely gorgeous! The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

3.48ct Oval Pigeon Blood Red Ruby GIA Certified Vietnam Unheated
3.48ct Oval Pigeon Blood Red Ruby GIA Certified Vietnam Unheated

3.48ct Oval Pigeon Blood Red Ruby GIA Certified Vietnam Unheated

Located in Toronto, Ontario

This is a stunning GIA Certified Ruby The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number

Category

2010s Vietnamese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

Natural Pigeon Blood Ruby 2.82 Carat Oval Shape Certified Ruby stone
Natural Pigeon Blood Ruby 2.82 Carat Oval Shape Certified Ruby stone

Natural Pigeon Blood Ruby 2.82 Carat Oval Shape Certified Ruby stone

Located in Bangkok, TH

oval shape and its color is a deep, pigeon blood red hue that is absolutely stunning. The measurements

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby

5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby

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W 0.46 in D 0.24 in L 0.35 in

5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby

Located in London, GB

This 5ct unheated ruby from Mozambique exhibits a desirable array of features. With a weight of

Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

3 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
3 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby

3 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby

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W 0.27 in D 0.22 in L 0.38 in

3 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby

Located in London, GB

A 3 carat unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Red Ruby. This rare and very fine ruby is a superb

Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

10 carat Pair of Heartshape Pigeons Blood Rubies
10 carat Pair of Heartshape Pigeons Blood Rubies

10 carat Pair of Heartshape Pigeons Blood Rubies

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W 0.44 in D 0.22 in L 0.42 in

10 carat Pair of Heartshape Pigeons Blood Rubies

Located in London, GB

This 10 carat Pair of Heated Heartshape Pigeons Blood Rubies are truly an exception to the norm. If

Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

3.50 carat 'Pigeons Blood' Red Burmese Ruby - Unheated
3.50 carat 'Pigeons Blood' Red Burmese Ruby - Unheated

3.50 carat 'Pigeons Blood' Red Burmese Ruby - Unheated

Located in London, GB

This 3.50ct+ unheated Burmese Ruby is certified as 'Pigeons Blood' Red by the GRS. This stone

Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

2.05ct 'Pigeon's Blood Red' Fine Quality Unheated Burmese Ruby
2.05ct 'Pigeon's Blood Red' Fine Quality Unheated Burmese Ruby

2.05ct 'Pigeon's Blood Red' Fine Quality Unheated Burmese Ruby

Located in London, GB

An exceptional 2.05ct Pigeon's Blood Red unheated Burmese Ruby. The qualities possessed in this

Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

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Loose Pigeon Blood Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate loose pigeon blood ruby for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k gold, gold and yellow gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1 vintage editions and 9 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a loose 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic loose pigeon blood ruby over the years, but those made by Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Harakh are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A loose pigeon blood ruby of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring ruby, from our inventory of 9, is particularly 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 pear cut alternatives. Most of our loose pigeon blood ruby for sale are for men, but there are 10 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Loose Pigeon Blood Ruby?

Prices for a loose pigeon blood ruby can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,420 and can go as high as $93,300, while this accessory, on average, fetches $33,888.

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.

Finding the Right Loose-gemstones for You

Are you shopping for diamonds and other loose gemstones to create your own custom jewelry? 

Why might you purchase a diamond or gemstone “loose” — that is, on its own, not mounted in a piece of jewelry? Perhaps you’re a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment. The scarcity of high-quality colored diamonds, for instance, especially pink diamonds, means that their value increases over time; the same is true of rare Kashmir sapphires and Burmese rubies. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraiba tourmaline, discovered only in the 1980s, is treasured as much for its extraordinary color as its scarcity, both of which contribute to its high value.

A more common scenario would be that you’re hoping to create a very special piece of custom jewelry, such as an engagement ring or a milestone-birthday present, and want to personally select the most beautiful, unusual, or ultra-rare stone you can find and afford. Doing so adds to the romance and substance of the gift and can be a part of the story told as the jewel is passed from generation to generation.

If this sounds like you, read on for tips on becoming one of the world’s savviest gem hunters.

Educate yourself: When buying any piece of gem-set fine jewelry, you should familiarize yourself with the factors that determine a stone’s price. This will enable you to streamline your search for the perfect gem and have intelligent, productive conversations with sellers.

There is a wealth of information online, such as our diamond-buying guide and this overview of colored gemstones for engagement rings. The buying guides of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), searchable by stone type, are also a widely trusted source for consumers venturing into the world of diamonds and gems for the first time.

Vet your vendor: If you peruse 1stDibs with any regularity, you know there is no shortage of vendors who deal in top-quality loose gemstones. (Read about our vetted sellers.) Finding a trustworthy, established dealer may be as easy as getting a recommendation from friends or family. And, although it may sound obvious, it pays to Google your candidates — and consult customer reviews — before making contact.

Harakh Mehta, designer and founder of the Mumbai, India–based fine-jewelry brand Harakh, has an innate understanding of proper client relations, especially when the customer is in unfamiliar territory. “Start chatting with the dealer, get to know them better," he says. "It’s very important to establish a comfort level. We never push a sale, as we want it to be a carefully considered purchase. So, if the client is not in a rush, we do it over a few virtual meetings or phone calls.”

Request documentation: The best dealers go to great lengths to furnish clients with documents verifying the quality rating, natural origin and provenance of a stone — showing, for example, that loose emerald hails from the famous Muzo mine in Colombia — and disclosing any treatments applied to enhance its appearance. (And who doesn't love emerald jewelry? The most valuable emeralds are the ones that have a deep bluish-green to true green color and no visible inclusions.)

If no grading report is available for a stone you are interested in, the dealer should be able to provide an authenticity document, such as an appraisal or info sheet, that has been signed by an in-house gemologist or professional appraiser. Google those names, too, for extra peace of mind.

Ask for videos and visuals: When transacting with a gem dealer online, you should always request real-time videos and photographs, since professional photos of a stone, usually on a white background, have likely been retouched for optimal presentation.

Read more about how to buy loose gemstones and find your dream gems today on 1stDibs.