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Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Pigeon's blood Burmese ruby and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty six oval old
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum

GRS Pigeon's Blood Ruby and Sapphires Rose Gold Tobacco Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
and features a stunning array of gemstones. The centerpiece is an oval GRS Certified Pigeon's Blood
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapp...

1.26ct Pigeon Blood Ruby & Diamond Cross Necklace Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
stunning piece of jewelry combines the timeless elegance of pigeon blood rubies and diamonds, creating a
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Antique Pigeon Blood Burmese Burma Ruby Rose Cut Diamond Necklace French
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VERY RARE NO HEAT PIGEON BLOOD RED BURMESE BURMA RUBY, ROSE CUT DIAMOND AND PEARL MUSEUM
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.26 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamonds Amazing Necklace Synonym Colors for Love
Located in Viena, Viena
red and white, synonym colors for love, that's why we decided to combinate pigeon blood rubies from
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2010s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.26 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamonds Amazing Necklace Synonym Colors for Love
1.26 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamonds Amazing Necklace Synonym Colors for Love
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H 0.08 in W 0.08 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.08 in L 17.52 in
3.49ct Natural Oval Cut Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite 3.49 Carat Natural Oval Cut Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Necklace
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Tennis Necklce
Located in New York, NY
Elegance and allure intertwine in our Ruby and Diamond Necklace, a stunning creation that captures
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21st Century and Contemporary American Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA 1.84ct Pigeons Blood Natural Burmese Ruby & Diamond Pendant With Chain
Located in Bloomington, MN
GIA 1.84ct Pigeons Blood Natural Ruby & Diamond Pendant With Chain Introducing an exquisite
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pigeon Blood Ruby and Baguette Diamond, 18 Karat Pendant 1.00 Carat Total
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Pigeon Blood Ruby, Baguette Diamond, 18 Kt. Pendant Quality ruby 4.50 mm weighing .50 carat set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

GRS Pigeon Blood 0.76 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Pendant 18k Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
0.76 carat and is certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, no heat, and 'Vivid Red Pigeon
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Ruby Riviera Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
diamonds in turn suspend 9 heart shape faceted “pigeon blood” rubies of Thai origin, slightly and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Bohemian Red Garnet Drop Collar Necklace
Located in Newport Coast, CA
Beautiful Bohemian drop Garnet necklace. “pigeon blood” garnets set in an aged patina, Gilt silver
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Vintage 1920s Czech Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Gilt Metal

Superb 15.12 Carat Ruby Platinum Tennis Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
color known in the trade as “pigeon blood.” Adding to that, they have excellent cutting proportions
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21st Century and Contemporary American Link Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: VS1 Ruby: 27 oval cut = 14.93cttw Color: Pigeons Blood Clarity: Fine Gem Quality, AAA+ Dimensions
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1890s Victorian Diamond Gold and Synthetic Ruby Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Carat Weight: 3.00 Carat, total weight Color: Pigeon Blood
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

GIA .90 Carat Heart Shape Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
minor residue. An 18 inch platinum chain. 1 heart shaped vivid Pigeon blood red Ruby, approx. total
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Jose Hess Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Boston, MA
breathtaking 1.58 carat natural Burmese ruby, renowned for its highly coveted "pigeon's blood" red hue. The
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Ruby Diamond Gold Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
round diamonds. The custom-cut faceted rubies originate from Thailand and display a fiery pigeon-blood
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Burma Ruby Diamonds Pear Rubies 1.80 Carat 14 Karat Gold Necklace Pendant
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
red color in any kind of light. The red color of Burma stones is often said, to be pigeon's blood red
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Ruby Diamonds Pear Rubies 1.80 Carat 14 Karat Gold Necklace Pendant
Burma Ruby Diamonds Pear Rubies 1.80 Carat 14 Karat Gold Necklace Pendant
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H 16.5 in W 0.35 in D 0.2 in Dm 0.35 in L 16.5 in
Eostre Deep Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace with 18K Ruby and Diamond Clasp
Located in Melbourne, AU
pearls are 12mm-16mm in size and it comes with a 18K Ruby and Diamond Clasp. The ruby is "Pigeon Blood
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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Burmese Untreated, Unheated Ruby, Rose Cut Diamond , Seed Pearl Necklace 19th C.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
pigeon’s blood red rubies. Each ruby is surrounded by a frame of seed pearls, and alternating rubies and
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold

Seven Hearts Shaped Ruby and Diamond Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Panther Link Chain
Located in Los Gatos, CA
, possessing a stunningly fine and vibrant red color, referred to as 'pigeon blood red', which amount to a
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 2.00 Carat Untreated Vivid Red Ruby Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
necklace 2.00 carats in the center alone, featuring a Mozambique natural no-burned pigeon blood red
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby

Emilio Jewelry Certified 110.00 Carat Burma No Heat Vivid Red Ruby Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
! Center Stone: No heat burma pigeon blood just over 7.00 carat RED OVAL Setting: 59 rubies totaling about
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Ruby

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
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

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
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

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
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

GRS Certified Pigeon Blood 3.02 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby
Located in London, GB
GRS Certified Pigeon Blood 3.02 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby This Item is ideal for your
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2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GRS Certified Pigeon Blood 2.32 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby
Located in London, GB
GRS Certified Pigeon Blood 2.32 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby This Item is ideal for your
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2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

GRS Certified 3.01 Carat Natural Unheated Ruby Loose Stone in Pigeon Blood
Located in London, GB
GRS Certified 3.01 Carat Natural Unheated Madagascar Ruby Loose Stone in Pigeon Blood This Item
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2010s Malagasy Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

5.75 Carat Natural Gem Ruby Diamond 3D Star Burst Pearl Pendant and Omega
Located in New York, NY
dents. 3.00ct. Natural Red Rubies Very Clean clarity excellent transparency Classic Pigeon Blood
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Carved Amethyst Ruby Handmade Pendant, Lynn Kathyrn Miller, Lynn K Designs
By Lynn K Designs
Located in San Jose, CA
displayed hand carved royal purple amethyst and a vibrant pigeon blood red Burmese ruby bezel set in a
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Georgian Ruby Diamond 22 Kt Diamond Cross Pendant 1770 ca
Located in Napoli, IT
throughout, adorned with red pigeon blood natural Rubies, our estimate is 1.50 Ct and rose cut Diamonds, one
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Antique 1770s European Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

Ruby Diamond Pendant with Chain the Sweetest Forever
Located in Viena, Viena
untreated Burma rubies, preferably in the color pigeon blood red (pure red with a slight blue tinge), but
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pigeonblood Ruby Diamond Pendant with Chain Red Rare from Mosambique 0.64 Ct
Located in Viena, Viena
a precious little thing what do you want more a beautyful ruby of 0.64 ct, pigeon blood, with GIL
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co Heart Ruby and Diamond Pendant Small Size in Platinum 16 Inches
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Aventura, FL
Tiffany gets to the heart of the matter. This Hearts ruby pendant features eight pigeon-blood dark
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Ruby Brilliant Pendant 3.03 ct unheated Mozambique AIGS Certificate 950 platinum
Located in Viena, Viena
are untreated Burmese rubies, preferably in the color pigeon blood red (pure red with a slight blue
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

2.24 Carat Round Ruby & Diamond Valentine's Day Special 18K White Gold Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Presenting a dainty and stunning, classic Ruby Pendant, that boasts an enchanting pigeon blood hue
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Certified Burma Ruby 1.29 Ct Halo Diamonds Pendant in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Presenting a dainty and stunning Ruby Pendant, that boasts an enchanting pigeon blood hue that will
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Yellow Gold

Hirsh Britannia Trilogy Pendant
Located in London, GB
sapphire that graduate in size. - 1 pear shape Pigeon's Blood ruby, weighing 1.41carats with GRS
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2010s British Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Hirsh Britannia Trilogy Pendant
Hirsh Britannia Trilogy Pendant
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L 18.71 in
Ruby and Diamond Demi-Parure
Located in Overland Park, KS
and features a 2.30carat. GRS-certified pigeon blood Ruby and 5.97 carats of white diamond. The dangle
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2010s American Cocktail Rings

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

An early 20th century ruby and diamond pendant
Located in London, GB
rich pigeon blood red colour surrounded by an elegant gold frame set with shining diamonds. The ruby
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20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

An early 20th century ruby and diamond pendant
An early 20th century ruby and diamond pendant
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W 0.87 in L 1.78 in
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. The central vividly coloured “pigeon’s blood red” Burmese
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Burmese Pigeon’s Blood Ruby 6, 05ct GIA Certified Necklace
By Ara Vartanian
Located in London, London
This Ara Vartanian Necklace features a GIA Grading Report certified Pigeon’s Blood Burmese Ruby of
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Natural No Heat Burma Ruby AGL & GIA Report Pigeon Blood
Located in Naples, FL
Custom made diamond pendant set with cushion shaped pigeon blood red Burma ruby. and diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Bohemian Garnet Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Victorian era. This fabulous festoon-style necklace is crafted in gilded brass and displays a stunning
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pinchbeck

18 Karat Pink Gold 1/2 Carat Ruby Halo Diamond Necklace
By Brij Nivesh
Located in Hollywood, FL
Heat Diamond Cut Ruby in a Double Halo Diamond Necklace with 18" Chain. The Ruby is Pigeon Blood Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

G.Minner Burma Ruby Diamonds Gold Heart Pendant
By G.MINNER
Located in Colmar, FR
this stone is described in the trade under the name of "pigeon blood". Ruby weight: 1.30 carat Total
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

G.Minner Burma Ruby Diamonds Gold Heart Pendant
G.Minner Burma Ruby Diamonds Gold Heart Pendant
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W 0.66 in D 0.29 in L 0.63 in
Unheated Ruby and Diamond Cluster Pendant
Located in Melbourne, AU
An 18ct white gold pendant featuirng a 1.01ct unheated vivid red 'pigeon's blood' Mozambique pear
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

Bayco 4.03 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby Diamond Platinum Pendant
By Bayco
Located in New York, NY
ruby, certified as "pigeon's blood" by GRS and "imperial red" by C.Dunaigre Consulting, set in a round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Pigeons Blood Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: VS2 Ruby: 36 oval cut = 26.37cttw Dimensions: necklace measures 16.5-inches in length Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Pigeons Blood Ruby and Diamond Bee Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: VS2 Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches long Weight: 7.79 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.40 ct. Pigeon's Blood Ruby, Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Drop Pendant Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A deep, "pigeon's blood red" ruby is featured in this beautiful necklace. It sounds like an odd
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Bead Ruby Diamond Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
lovely pigeon blood red rubies, make a spectacular happy looking piece of jewelry. All the stones were
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21st Century and Contemporary American Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum, 14k Gold

Bead Ruby Diamond Bead Necklace
Bead Ruby Diamond Bead Necklace
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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in Dm 1 in L 16.5 in
Contemporary 1.90 Carats Ruby Diamond Halo Platinum Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 1.75 carats Bright red pigeon's blood in color and semi-transparent with natural inclusions
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1.27 Carat Pear Shape Ruby and Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A stunning and vibrant pigeon blood red pear shaped Ruby! The Ruby is set in four prongs
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Mark Henry 1.95 Carat Rubellite Tourmaline and Diamond Necklace, 18 Karat
By Mark Henry
Located in New York, NY
to the most vivid pigeon blood red, rubellite is not only a mesmerizingly dazzling gemstone but it
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Alexandrite, Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three Burma Red Rubies and Two Bezel Diamonds Rubies Gold Pendant Necklace
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
. The red color of Burma stones is often said, to be pigeon's blood red. Our collections challenge our
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Three Burma Red Rubies and Two Bezel Diamonds Rubies Gold Pendant Necklace
Three Burma Red Rubies and Two Bezel Diamonds Rubies Gold Pendant Necklace
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H 16.5 in W 0.3 in Dm 0.3 in L 16.5 in
Oval Burma Red Ruby with Diamond Bail White and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
stones is often said, to be pigeon's blood red. Our collections challenge our teams in both creativity
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Burma Red Ruby with Diamond Bail White and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Oval Burma Red Ruby with Diamond Bail White and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
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H 17 in W 0.2 in D 0.2 in Dm 0.2 in L 17 in
2.36 Carat Natural Brilliant Heart Diamond Gem Ruby Pendant 14 Karat Custom
Located in New York, NY
Clean Clarity Classic pigeon blood color excellent transparency Overall: 15mm (north to south
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

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Pigeon Blood Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact pigeon blood necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and white gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 20 antique edition and 46 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a pigeon blood necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A pigeon blood necklace from OGI Ltd, Ella Gafter and Emilio! — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any pigeon blood necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a ruby version from the 52 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and cushion cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pigeon blood necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Pigeon Blood Necklace?

On average, a pigeon blood necklace at 1stDibs sells for $5,894, while they’re typically $600 on the low end and $513,416 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Pigeon Blood Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to tell if a ruby is a pigeon’s blood ruby is to take the gemstone to a licensed jewelry appraiser. Although you can attempt to identify the stone from its coloration, an expert can give you a more definitive answer. You'll find a wide variety of expertly vetted ruby gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.