2.09 Ct Ruby Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
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2010s Malagasy Loose Gemstones
Ruby
2.09 Ct Ruby Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
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Ruby
1.96 Ct Ruby Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
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2.22 Ct Ruby Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
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Ruby
1.28 Ct Ruby Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
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Ruby
1.39 Ct Ruby Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
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3.30 Ct Ruby Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
cost. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loose
Ruby
4.04 Ct Ruby Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loose gemstone & matching your
Ruby
1.27 Ct Ruby Octagon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
cost. Explore vibrant collection of Emerald, Ruby & Sapphires in our store available as a loose
Ruby
$1,005 / item
4 Carat Star Ruby Loose Gemstone Oval 10x8mm
Located in Columbus, OH
NNJ Designs presents a 4.01 carat oval Star Ruby loose gemstone! A Star Ruby is a type of gemstone
Ruby, Star Ruby
11.82 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Carving Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Red Ruby Fancy Carving Fancy Gemstone. 11.82 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent
Ruby
8.22 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Carving Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Red Ruby Handmade Carving Fancy Gemstone. 8.22 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent
Ruby
42.11 Carat Beautiful Ruby Carving Pan Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Ruby Carving Pan Gemstone. 42.11 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent clarity. Also
Ruby
7x5 Oval Natural Ruby Gemstone July Birthstone Wholesale 5 Pisces Loose Gemstone
Located in New York, NY
**Natural Ruby Loose Gemstone for JewelryMaking (7x5mm Oval Faceted Cut)** Immerse yourself in the
Ruby
Guild Certified 2.44 Carat Untreated Loose Burmese Ruby Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Loose Ruby Weight: 2.44 Carat Dimension: 8.79 x 7.92 x 4.04 Mm Colour: Vivid Red Treatment
Ruby, Other
Certified 1.26 Carat Natural Loose Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Faceted Ruby Weight: 1.26 Carat Dimension: 7.68 x 4.55 x 3.60 Mm Colour: Purplish Red Origin
Ruby, Other
Certified No Heat Burmese Ruby Cabochon Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Extremely Rare Beauty, Certified No Heat Burmese Ruby Cabochon Cut Loose Gemstone Color
Ruby
44.22 Carat Ruby Faceted Pan Cabochon Pair Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Ruby Faceted Cabochon Pair Gemstone. 44.22 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent
Ruby
Natural Ruby 14.30 Carat Handmade Carving Fancy Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Red Ruby Handmade Carving Fancy Gemstone. 14.30 Carat with a elegant Red color and
Ruby
32.10 Carat Ruby Carving Leaf Shape Pair Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Ruby Carving Leaf Pair Gemstone. 32.10 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent clarity
Ruby
1.80 Carat Natural Loose Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone From Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Ruby Weight: 1.80 Carats Dimension: 8.9 x 6.3 x 3.7 Mm Origin: Jagdalek Afghanistan Shape
Ruby, Other
Certified Natural Burmese Oval Cut Ruby Loose Gemstone for Rings
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Rings Color : Deep Red Transparency
Ruby
Certified Natural Burmese Oval Cushion Ruby Loose Gemstone for Rings
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Certified Natural Burmese Ruby Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Rings Color : Vivid
Ruby
6.95 Carat Star Ruby Loose Gemstone Oval 11.5 x 9.4 mm
Located in Columbus, OH
NNJ Designs presents a 6.95 carat oval Star Ruby loose gemstone! A Star Ruby is a type of gemstone
Ruby, Star Ruby
6.91 Carat Star Ruby Loose Gemstone Oval 11.7 x 9.3 mm
Located in Columbus, OH
NNJ Designs presents a 6.91 carat oval Star Ruby loose gemstone! A Star Ruby is a type of gemstone
Ruby, Star Ruby
Elegant 21.75 Carat Ruby Carving Leaf Shape Pair Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Ruby Carving Leaf Pair Gemstone. 21.75 Carat with a elegant Red color and excellent clarity
Ruby
Natural Star Ruby 13.61 Carats Oval Cabochon 6 Ray Star Loose Gemstone
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Star Ruby 13.61 Carats Oval Cabochon 6 Ray Star Loose Gemstone Description: Loose natural star ruby
Ruby
GFCO Certified 1.39 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Brilliant Cut Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
and unparalleled quality, making them some of the most coveted gemstones in the world Burma ruby
Ruby
GFCO Certified 1.61 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
and unparalleled quality, making them some of the most coveted gemstones in the world Burma ruby
Ruby, Other
GFCO Certified 0.57 Carat Natural Loose Burmese Ruby Oval Shape Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
and unparalleled quality, making them some of the most coveted gemstones in the world Burma ruby
Ruby, Other
$326Sale Price|30% Off
0.80 Carat Natural Reddish Pink Ruby, Oval Cut Loose Gemstone from Afghanistan
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Reddish Pink Ruby Loose Gemstone, Unheated Oval Cut Afghan Ruby with Rich Color, Fine
Ruby
$174Sale Price|30% Off
2 Carat Natural Pink Ruby, Pear Cut Unheated Loose Gemstone from Mozambique
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Pink Ruby Loose Gemstone, Unheated Pear Cut Mozambique Ruby with Rich Color, Fine Quality
Ruby
$270Sale Price|30% Off
2.39 Carat Natural Pink Ruby, Oval Cut Unheated Loose Gemstone from Mozambique
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Pink Ruby Loose Gemstone, Unheated Oval Cut Mozambique Ruby with Rich Color, Fine Quality
Ruby
$368Sale Price|20% Off
5.25 Carat Natural Loose Reddish Pink Ruby Stone Pear Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pear This 5.25 Carat Natural Loose Reddish Pink Ruby Stone from Afghanistan showcases a
Ruby
$1,172Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Vivid Pink & Red Ruby Parcel 7.69Ct Oval Cushion Loose Gemstones Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Pink and Red Natural Ruby Parcel Loose Gemstones Jewelry Size for Ring, Necklace Pendant
Ruby
$1,102Sale Price|24% Off
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Ring, Bracelet Loose Gemstone 6.30Ct Cabochon Cut Jewel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any other Jewelry
Ruby
$962Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vivid & Reddish Pink Natural Ruby & Green Emerald Loose Gemstones Set 2.20 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Pink & Reddish Pink Natural Ruby and Green Emerald Loose Gemstones Jewelry Size Set for Rings
Emerald, Ruby
$1,144Sale Price|30% Off
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby 1.06 Carat Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring, Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Pinkish Red Ruby Cushion Cut Loose Gemstone Rare Red Ruby for Luxury Custom Fine Jewelry
Ruby
$1,219Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Oval Cut 4.41 Carat Loose Gemstones Parcel for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Pinkish Red Ruby Oval Cut Loose Gemstones Parcel – Earth-Mined Reddish Pink Ruby, Brilliant
Ruby
$610Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Pear Cut 2.02 Carat Jewelry Size Loose Gemstones Set
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Pinkish Red Ruby Pear Cut Loose Gemstones – Earth-Mined Green Pinkish Red, Brilliant
Ruby
$209Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Vivid Pink Ruby Cushion Cut 2.28 Carat Loose Gemstone for Ring, Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Vivid Pink Ruby Oval Cut Loose Gemstone – Faceted Earth-Mined Pink Ruby for Statement Ring
Ruby
$410Sale Price|30% Off
3.71 Carat Natural Purplish Red Ruby, Oval Cut Unheated Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Purplish Red Ruby Loose Gemstone, Unheated Oval Cut Mozambique Ruby with Rich Color, Fine
Ruby
3.04 Carat Unheated Vivid Red Ruby Loose Gemstone, GRS Certified By Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this natural 3.04 carat vivid red ruby is an
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Pinkish Red Ruby 1.30 Ct Oval Cut Natural Loose Gemstones — Jewelry Size Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Pinkish Red Ruby Parcel Oval Cut Loose Gemstones – Genuine Precious Rubies for Fine Jewelry
Ruby
$304Sale Price|30% Off
Natural Green Emerald & Pink Ruby Reverse Pair 1.36 Ct Oval Cut Loose Gemstones
Located in Peshawar, PK
Fine Quality Natural Emerald and Ruby Pair, Oval Shape Faceted Loose Gems for Custom Jewelry Making
Emerald, Ruby
$347Sale Price / set|30% Off
Natural Green Emerald & Reddish Pink Ruby 2.82 Ct Mix Cut Loose Gemstones Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Jewelry Size Natural Emerald and Ruby Mix Cut Faceted Loose Gemstones Parcel for Custom Jewelry
Emerald, Ruby
$184Sale Price / set|30% Off
Natural Pink Ruby and Green Emerald 1.81 Ct Oval & Octagon Cut Loose Gemstones
Located in Peshawar, PK
Fine Quality Natural Green Emerald and Pink Ruby, Octagon and Oval Shape Faceted Loose Gems for
Emerald, Ruby
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Faceted 6 Piece Ruby Lot Mix Cut Afghan Gemstones
Located in Bangkok, TH
Carat Natural Loose 6 Piece Ruby Lot features finely faceted gemstones presented in a mix of elegant
Ruby
$1,386Sale Price / set|30% Off
Natural Pinkish Red Ruby 2.04 Ct Cushion & Oval Cut Loose Gemstones for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Loose Gemstones for Ring, Necklace Pendant or any other Jewelry Setting
Ruby
$5,775Sale Price|30% Off
Pinkish Hue Red Natural Ruby Ring Loose Gemstone 5.90 Ct Cabochon for Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pinkish Hue Red Natural Ruby Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Ring, Necklace Pendant, Bracelet or any
Ruby
$689Sale Price|29% Off
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Ring Loose Gemstone 1.30 Ct Oval Cushion Cut-Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby Loose Gemstone for Ring, or any other Jewelry Setting–Oval Cushion Cut
Ruby
Pink and Red Ruby 4.50 Ct Oval Cut Natural Loose Gemstones — Jewelry Size Parcel
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Pink and a Red Ruby Parcel Oval Cut Loose Gemstones – Genuine Precious Rubies for Fine
Ruby
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby 1 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Fine Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Pinkish Red Natural Ruby 1 Carat Oval Cut Loose Gemstone – Premium Quality Transparent Ruby Stone
Ruby
Pinkish Red Ruby 4.93 Ct Pear Cut Natural Loose Gemstone for Ring or Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Pinkish Red Ruby Pear Cut Loose Gemstone – Genuine Precious Ruby for Fine Jewelry
Ruby
$720Sale Price|20% Off
Matching pear ruby gemstone NATURAL UNTREATED RUBY
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rubies matching, natural untreated (heat only) NATURAL GEMSTONE(S): RUBY Clarity/Color
Ruby
Loose Ruby - Oval .76ct Red Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .76ct Cut: Oval Color: Red Size: (mm) 7.07 x 5.12 x 2.73 Stone Note: (likely African origin) Condition: New
Ruby
Loose Ruby - Oval .74ct Red Solitaire
Located in Greensboro, NC
Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .74ct Cut: Oval Color: Red Size: (mm) 6.85 x 4.81 x 2.77 Condition: New
Ruby
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
Oval Ruby Loose unset 9mm oval untreated
Located in Jupiter, FL
Unset loose ruby certified, will come with a box. NATURAL GEMSTONE(S): RUBY Clarity/Color
Ruby
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.
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.