0.75 Carat Burmese Ruby 1.38 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Halo Ring Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this oval cut ruby ring with double diamond halo. Ruby Quality Origin Burma Cut Oval Faceted Content 0.75 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
GIA Certified 8.25 Carat Round Ruby Sapphire Hinged Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
A cascade of vibrant colors with this GIA certified 8.25ct Ruby and Sapphire tennis bracelet. This exquisite piece is a harmonious blend of vibrant colors. Set with 9 blue and 12 yel...
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4 Carat Oval Treated Ruby & 1.2 Ct Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
These stunning stud earrings feature a 4 carat oval treated ruby and 1.2 carats of brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 16.15 Carat Ruby Emerald Diamond Cluster Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's Ruby, diamond and emerald 18k yellow and white gold brooch and pendant. The large diamond "U" shaped top is hinged to go over a chain and is removable to make a pin. Natural n...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Two Tone Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Ruby Diamond Two Tone Gold Engagement Ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.80 Carat Natura Bright Red Ruby Lever Back Gold Fan Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique vintage 1950's ruby yellow gold earrings. These mid-century 14k yellow gold fan style earrings are each adorned with a row of 6 graduated rubies. GIA has certified these as na...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 45 Carat Natural Burma Ruby & Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
GIA Report 2225836480 NATURAL CORUNDUM Burma ( Myanmar) Moderate residue of heat GIA Certified 45 Carat Natural Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Necklace consistin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified .55 Carat Round Ruby Diamond Gold Three-Stone Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond engagement ring. GIA certified natural no heat round center ruby mounted in a simple 18k yellow gold three-stone engagement ring setting accented with two round cut ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.70 Carat Burmese Ruby and Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1915
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.70 carat Burmese ruby and 0.06 carat diamond, platinum ring; part of our antique ruby jewelry collection.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
15.83 Carat Natural Aquamarine Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Art Deco Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro Art Deco 1935 natural untreated Aqua, ruby and diamond cocktail ring. At the center of this 14k yellow gold ring is a stunning 15.83 Carat Natural emerald cut Aquamarine, frame...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$14,958Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.99 in L 6.89 in
18K Rose Gold 21.73 Carat Mozambique Ruby Baguette Diamond Contemporary Bracelet
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat rose gold 21.73 carats natural no heat no treat mozambique origin 5x2.5 mm baguette ruby diamond contemporary bracelet.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
3 Carat Oval Treated Ruby & 1.25 ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Size 6
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a truly stunning piece, behold the 3 Carat Oval Treated Ruby & 1.25 ct Diamond Ring in exquisite 14 Karat White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Engagement Ring GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Oval Ruby and Side Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This elegant piece is perfect for those seeking a unique and timeless symbol of love. Features 1.01 Carat Oval Ruby Certification: GIA Report 223127132 Carat Weight: 1.01 carat Shape...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.5 Carat Oval Treated Ruby & 2 ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Size 7.25
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary ring showcases a magnificent oval cut ruby to perfection, weighing approximately 2.5 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.5 Carat Oval Treated Ruby & 2 ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary ring showcases a magnificent oval cut ruby to perfection, weighing approximately 2.5 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.50 ctw Mid-Century Emerald Cut Diamond & Burmese Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
The ring weighs approximately 7.00 grams and is currently size 5¾, with the ability to be adjusted. Specifications Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Platinum Metal...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Non Heated 1.03 Carat Thai Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Ruby Quality Origin Thailand (Siam) Cut Cushion Content 1.03 carats Dimensions 6.70mm x 5.00mm x 3.20mm Diamond Quality Color (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Eig...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Boucheron Ruby Bracelet Diamond Gold Platinum Burmese Ruby GIA, French
By Boucheron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The gemstones are reported by GIA as ruby no heat and Burma origin (see more details in the GIA Report).
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum
Mid-Century Round Ruby Diamond Spray Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1950's mid-century spray 14k yellow gold brooch with natural no heat GIA certified Rubies and white diamonds. 22 round rubies, certified by the GIA as natural, no heat. Accen...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.10 Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural no heat GIA certified oval 1.10 carat ruby and diamond engagement ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified Red Natural Ruby Diamond Gold Clip Post Flower Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Set with 20 round rubies totaling 1.50cts and certified by the GIA as natural no heat.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
6 Ct Oval Treated Ruby & 2 Ct Double Halo Diamond Stud Earrings 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
6 Ct Oval Treated Ruby & 2 Ct Double Halo Diamond Stud Earrings 14K White Gold These stunning stud earrings feature a 6 carat oval treated ruby and 2 carats of brilliant-cut diam...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$4,990
H 1.4 in W 0.72 in
Vintage Yellow Gold GIA 1.6ctw Round Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Nugget Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - No Heat - 0.60ct (approx.)
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 0.65Ct Burmese Ruby and 0.48Ct Diamond, Platinum Twist Ring Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.65 carat Burmese ruby, 0.48 carat diamond and platinum twist ring; part of our diverse collection of twist engagement rings.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified Natural 50 Ct Ceylon NH Ruby & 8 Ct Diamond Apple 18 K Pin/Brooch
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Natural NO HEAT 50 Ct Ceylon Ruby & 5 Ct Diamond Big Apple 18 K Pin/Brooch GIA Report # 6224519627 Natural Corundum Natural Ruby Origin Sri Lanka /Ceylon Ceylon Ruby a...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$185,000
W 1.63 in L 1.07 in
Mauboussin 1950 Burma Ruby Multi-Gem Platinum Vintage Tutti-Frutti Basket Brooch
By Mauboussin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a platinum woven basket with handle overflowing with various gemstones as fruit Featuring bananas glossed with opaque yellow and brown enamel - minimal loss Featuring a p...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum, Enamel
Victorian circa 1869 Unheated Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring 18k Antique Yellow Gold
Located in Santa Monica, CA
No Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Ring 18K Unique Yellow Gold Victorian 1869 Engraved 'Where I give my heart I live 19 Dec 1869 L.E J.' 3.7 gram 4 pieces of Old European Cut Diamonds H-...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
18K Gold 13.50ctw GIA Oval Cabochon Dual Ruby w/ Diamond Elongated Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Rubies - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Red Color - NO HEAT - 11.50ctw (approx.) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Inf...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.25 Carat Sapphire Diamond Fleur de Lis Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1900's Sapphire and diamond Fleur de Lis cocktail ring. Platinum top and 18k rose gold setting. 5 natural no heat Sapphires in the shape of a Fleur de Lis, with 25 old mine and rose...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
$2,376Sale Price|20% Off
Orloff of Denmark, 0.74 ct Cornflower Blue Sapphire Ring set in 14K White Gold
Located in Hua Hin, TH
;We here at Orloff of Denmark are more than happy to present this fine piece to the public. Ring Size: 5 US Ring Weight: 2.26 grams Hallmarks: Orloff of Denmark, 14K, S:0.74, D: 0.2...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$9,000Sale Price|20% Off
Precious Topaz Ring Antique Certified Untreated Brazil Origin Size 8.5
Located in Northampton, MA
Imperial topaz is rarely found in stones larger than 5 carts. The topaz you see here is approximately 7.5 carats.
Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
$63,471Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.52 in L 4.34 in
White Gold Sculptural Brooch with GRS No Heat Three Carats Ruby and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Juniper contemporary sculptural brooch is designed for men or women and is crafted from 18-karat white gold. It features 5 round diamonds (0.075 carat) and a GRS certified brill...
Diamond, Rubelite, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage GIA 2.57ct No-Heat Yellow Sapphire Ruby Trilogy Platinum 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Classic Vintage GIA 2.57ctw Unheated Yellow Sapphire Rubies Trilogy Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Ring. The 1.23ct GIA certified No Heat Oval Brilliant cut Yellow Sapphire (GIA Certi...
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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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