1.72ct "Pigeons Blood" Oval Cut Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite vintage-inspired engagement ring features a stunning, heated oval-cut natural Burma ruby weighing approximately 1.72 carats, showcasing a highly coveted vivid red colo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA-Certified 1.06 Carat Ruby in Deco-Era Platinum Ring with 0.7 Carats Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This is a standard cut for colored gemstones. The ring comes with a new (July of 2023) GIA report certifying the stone is untreated except for heat (which a customary permanent trea...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
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
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
Vintage Rare Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Rare Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Ring A truly rare vintage piece by Tiffany & Co., crafted in rich 18K yellow gold and set with a magnificent GIA-certified Burm...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
The centerpiece of this 1960s impressive ballerina ring is a cabochon ruby weighing 17.21 carats. The ruby is accompanied by a report from the GIA stating that the origin is Vietnam ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Gems Are Forever Three Stone GIA Certified 3.02 ct. Natural Ruby Ring 18k Gold
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
This gorgeous 18kt yellow and white gold ring is centered with GIA certified 3.02 ct cushion cut no heat ruby accented with two princess cut fancy yellow diamonds 1.10 carats and rou...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
4.50 ctw Mid-Century Emerald Cut Diamond & Burmese Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in Tysons, VA
Specifications Type: Cocktail Ring Era / Style: Mid-Century Metal: Platinum Metal Purity: PT900 Finish: High Polish Center Diamond: Cut: Emerald Cut Weight: 1.65 carats Color: D Clar...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Giant Natural Star Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Platinum 24.33 Carat Untreated Star Ruby 9.40 Carats Diamonds GIA Certified Center Stone: Type: Natural Star Ruby Weight: 24.33 carats Measurements: Approx. 21.18 x 18.27 x 11...
Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.69 Carat, Untreated, Mozambican Ruby and Diamond Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GIA Certified 2.69 Carat Natural Untreated (No Heat), Mozambican Ruby and 0.95 Carat Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
AGL Graded 7.34 Carat Star Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous platinum ring featuring an AGL graded Ceylon no heat cabochon cut star ruby weighing 7.34cts.
Ruby, Platinum
$8,680Sale Price|20% Off
L 6.5 in
Vintage Mid Century Platinum GIA No Heat Burma Star Ruby w/ Diamond Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Star Ruby - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Purplish Red Color - Burma - No Heat - 4ctw(approx.)
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$3,650
H 0.18 in W 0.31 in L 0.4 in
GIA Certified Natural Burma Ruby 3.59 Carats No Heat Carved Double Cabochon Gem
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional GIA Certified Natural Ruby originating from the legendary mines of Burma (Myanmar), this rare 3.59 carat loose gemstone showcases the rich character and collectible ap...
Ruby
GIA Certified 2.37 Carat Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a brand new handcrafted ruby earring by Rewa Jewels. The earring’s center stones weigh 1.31ct and 1.06ct, are of Burmese origin and certified by Gemological Institute of ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co., AGL 2.00 Ct Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring, Platinum and 18K
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
PT950 750 Gross weight: 5.50 grams AGL COPY, 2026, Report No. 8093534, 2.00 carats, Natural Ruby, Burma (Myanmar), No Heat GIA COPY, 2021, Report No. 2211868762, 2.00 carats, Natur...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$3,960
H 0.47 in W 0.2 in L 20 in
Vintage 14k Gold GIA .93ct Burma No Heat Pear Ruby Tear Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Purplish Red Color - Burma - No Heat - 0.9ct (exact, stamped) *See Certification Details Below* Material: Solid 14k Y...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.44 ct Natural Burma Unheated Ruby 1.68 carat Emerald Diamond Ring Cum Pendant
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Gross Weight 13.49 gms 18k Gold- 12.43 Burmese No Heat Ruby 3.44 carats (not certified) Natural Emerald 1.68 carats Diamonds .16 carats Appraisal Certificate Available by GIA certif...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
3.44 ct Natural Burma Unheated Ruby 1.68 carat Emerald Diamond Ring Cum Pendant
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Gross Weight 13.49 gms 18k Gold- 12.43 Burmese No Heat Ruby 3.44 carats (not certified) Natural Emerald 1.68 carats Diamonds .16 carats Appraisal Certificate Available by GIA certif...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
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
Platinum Sapphire Unheated Purple Diamond GIA Ring Antique Old Mine 17.37 CTS!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Authentic Fine Antique Over 100 Years Old. Comes With GIA Paperwork. Certified No Heat, and Transparent.
Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.229 Carat Natural Red Spinel and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful halo ring featuring a GIA Certified 1.229 Carat Natural, No Heat, Burmese Spinel and 0.42 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.73 Carat Natural Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Ring Made in Gold
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a GIA Certified 3.73 Carat Natural No Heat Sapphire and 2.12 Carats of Diamond Accents made in 18K Gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.256 Carat Natural Red Spinel and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful halo ring featuring a GIA Certified 1.256 Carat Natural, No Heat, Burmese Spinel and 0.42 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum.
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry 10 Carat Certified No Heat Burmese Ruby Brooch
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a very special certified Unheated Burmese Ruby center stone weighing just over 10.00 carats. The ruby is of excellent color, clarity and saturation. Please inquire for mo...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
1.02 Carat Oval Cut Natural Burma Ruby with 1.32ctw in Pave Set Diamonds
Located in Houston, TX
This gorgeous ring features a 1.02 carat oval cut natural Burma ruby, no heat, set in 18 karat white gold surrounded by 1.32 carat total weight in pave set diamonds that go about hal...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$52,535 / item
W 0.48 in L 1.17 in
4 cts No Heat Ruby Diamond 18Kt Gold Innovative Clasp Empowering Bold Earrings
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
4 cts No Heat Ruby Diamond 18Kt Gold Innovative Clasp Empowering Bold Earrings.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Untreated Spinel Ring, 5.34 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Remarkable in color, the cushion shaped, brilliant cut blue spinel centering this statement ring weighs 5.34 carats. Graded by the GIA, the gemstone's vivid hue is completely natural...
Spinel, 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
Certified 3ct No Heat Ruby Ring
Located in Sarasota, FL
Embrace the timeless beauty of this exquisite piece and elevate your style to new heights. Platinum ring GIA no heat ruby weighing 3.07 carats 2 baguet and 26 round diamonds weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
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.
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.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.
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