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Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring

Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring A ballerina ring featuring a pear-shaped ruby surrounded by round

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Round Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Ring
Round Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Ring

Round Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Ring, A ballerina ring with center oval ruby approximately 1.50 ct

Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby Ballerina Style Diamond Ring
Ruby Ballerina Style Diamond Ring

Ruby Ballerina Style Diamond Ring

Located in New York, NY

Ruby Ballerina style Diamond Ring Ruby is 1.62 carats with certification that it is of Thailand

Category

Vintage 1970s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage French 1.30 Carat Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Vintage French 1.30 Carat Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Vintage French 1.30 Carat Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

impressive diamond and ruby ballerina ring has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold with an 18ct white gold

Category

Vintage 1980s French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Certified Oval Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Ring
Certified Oval Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Ring

Certified Oval Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

Certified Oval Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Ring A ring featuring an oval cut ruby surrounded by

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Ruby Ballerina Diamond Halo Ring
Platinum Ruby Ballerina Diamond Halo Ring

Platinum Ruby Ballerina Diamond Halo Ring

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Platinum Ballerina Ring Featuring A 1.30 Carat Round Ruby Surrounded By 6.00 Carat Total Weight

Category

Mid-20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring - GIA 2235795301
Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring - GIA 2235795301

Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring - GIA 2235795301

Located in Bloomington, MN

Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring - GIA 2235795301 This striking ballerina-style ring is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Vintage Ruby Ballerina Diamond Platinum Ring
GIA Vintage Ruby Ballerina Diamond Platinum Ring

GIA Vintage Ruby Ballerina Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

A striking vintage ruby and diamond ballerina ring, masterfully crafted in platinum and accompanied

Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1960s Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
1960s Cabochon Ruby Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

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

Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

3.16 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
3.16 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

3.16 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A classic ballerina style ring featuring a large 3.16 carat ruby! It has an oval shape with a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1960s Cabochon Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
1960s Cabochon Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

1960s Cabochon Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

ballerina ring. Mounted in platinum with the gallery embellished by bright white and sparkly round brilliant

Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

Oval Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring This ballerina-style cocktail ring is

Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Natural Red Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring
Natural Red Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring

Natural Red Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in Denver, CO

striking ballerina ring surrounded by a mix of baguette and round shaped diamonds totaling approximately

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Giant Natural Star Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Cocktail Ring
Giant Natural Star Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Cocktail Ring

Giant Natural Star Ruby & Diamond Ballerina Platinum Cocktail Ring

Located in Miami, FL

star ruby and a dramatic ballerina diamond setting, this ring is a rare and collectible showpiece—ideal

Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum

Emerald-Cut Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring
Emerald-Cut Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Emerald-Cut Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in New York, NY

Emerald-Cut Ruby and Tapered Baguette Diamond Ballerina Ring Description: This dramatic ballerina

Category

20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Siam Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cluster Ring, circa 1960
Siam Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cluster Ring, circa 1960

Siam Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cluster Ring, circa 1960

Located in London, GB

Siam ruby and diamond ballerina cluster ring. Set to centre with one oval old cut natural

Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

GIA 4 ct Heart Ruby Ballerina Diamond Ring 14K Gold
GIA 4 ct Heart Ruby Ballerina Diamond Ring 14K Gold

GIA 4 ct Heart Ruby Ballerina Diamond Ring 14K Gold

Located in Chicago, IL

A captivating vintage ruby and diamond ballerina ring crafted in 14 karat gold, showcasing a

Category

Late 20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring

14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

: SI2 Diamond: 10 round brilliant cut = 0.60cttw Color: I/J Clarity: SI2 Ruby: 1 round cut = 0.75ct

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

.67 Carat Ruby Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Engagement Ring
.67 Carat Ruby Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Engagement Ring

.67 Carat Ruby Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Engagement Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

Oval ruby and diamond halo engagement ring. GIA certified .67 carat natural corundum oval center

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

3.11 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified
3.11 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified

3.11 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A captivating ruby weighing 3.11 carats commands attention in this platinum ballerina ring. It

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1.10 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Engagement Ring
1.10 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Engagement Ring

1.10 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Engagement Ring

By DGI

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1.10 Carat Natural Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Ballerina Engagement Ring Ballerina Ruby Diamond Ring

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring
GIA Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring

GIA Oval Cut Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Located in Miami, FL

 This chic ruby and diamond cocktail ring is crafted in solid platinum, weighing 11.8 grams and 15

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Estate Platinum Burmese Ruby Diamond Spiral Ballerina Cocktail Ring GIA
Estate Platinum Burmese Ruby Diamond Spiral Ballerina Cocktail Ring GIA

Estate Platinum Burmese Ruby Diamond Spiral Ballerina Cocktail Ring GIA

Located in Winter Springs, FL

A substantial estate cocktail ring crafted in platinum, designed in a refined spiral motif that

Category

Late 20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

18K White Gold 1.51ct Oval Ruby & 0.55ct Diamond Ballerina Ring
18K White Gold 1.51ct Oval Ruby & 0.55ct Diamond Ballerina Ring

18K White Gold 1.51ct Oval Ruby & 0.55ct Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

This amazing ballerina statement ring boasts a stunning oval pinkish-red ruby of 1.51 carats. This

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century Star Ruby Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s 1960s
Mid-Century Star Ruby Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s 1960s

Mid-Century Star Ruby Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring Platinum 1950s 1960s

Located in Lisbon, PT

Mid-Century Star Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Cocktail Ring in Platinum, circa 1950s–1960s. Bold

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified Burma Ruby 1.75ct Ballerina Cocktail Diamond ring 14kt
GIA Certified Burma Ruby 1.75ct Ballerina Cocktail Diamond ring 14kt

GIA Certified Burma Ruby 1.75ct Ballerina Cocktail Diamond ring 14kt

Located in New York, NY

GIA Certified Ruby Diamonds Ballerina Cocktail Ring. 1.75ct. GIA Oval Bright Red Ruby Report

Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond Modern Pretty Ballerina Ring in 18 Karat
Ruby and Diamond Modern Pretty Ballerina Ring in 18 Karat

Ruby and Diamond Modern Pretty Ballerina Ring in 18 Karat

By Terrell and Zimmelman

Located in Wailea, HI

Embrace timeless elegance with this striking Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring, a masterpiece by the

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Burma Ruby 1.75ct Ballerina Cocktail Diamond Ring 14kt
GIA Certified Burma Ruby 1.75ct Ballerina Cocktail Diamond Ring 14kt

GIA Certified Burma Ruby 1.75ct Ballerina Cocktail Diamond Ring 14kt

Located in New York, NY

GIA Certified Ruby Diamonds Ballerina Cocktail Ring. 1.75ct. GIA Oval Bright Red Ruby Report

Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.63 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring, GRS Certified
2.63 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring, GRS Certified

2.63 Carat Thai Ruby Diamond Ballerina Platinum Ring, GRS Certified

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

contemporary ring. The ruby, with its vivid red hue, is surrounded by a halo of mixed-cut diamonds, totaling

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby 2.10 carats set in Platinum Ballerina Ring
Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby 2.10 carats set in Platinum Ballerina Ring

Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby 2.10 carats set in Platinum Ballerina Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing an exceptional platinum ballerina ring featuring a rare natural, unheated Mozambique

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

18K White Gold 3.30ctw Ruby & 0.30ct Brilliant Diamond Ballerina Ring
18K White Gold 3.30ctw Ruby & 0.30ct Brilliant Diamond Ballerina Ring

18K White Gold 3.30ctw Ruby & 0.30ct Brilliant Diamond Ballerina Ring

Located in เกาะสมุย, TH

A stunning deep red ruby ring. The oval ruby has a good saturation of red and purple with natural

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Marquise Ruby Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring Retro Cocktail Fashion Gold
Marquise Ruby Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring Retro Cocktail Fashion Gold

Marquise Ruby Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring Retro Cocktail Fashion Gold

Located in New York, NY

This is a gorgeous Marquise Ruby and Diamond Waterfall Ballerina Ring. The antique Retro ring is

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold

Oscar Heyman 3.87ct Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Oscar Heyman 3.87ct Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

Oscar Heyman 3.87ct Oval Ruby and Baguette Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

This is an amazingly beautiful ruby and diamond ballerina ring created by iconic designer, Oscar

Category

Late 20th Century American Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

High Quality Platinum 3.20ctw GIA Ruby & Diamond Long Ballerina Dinner Ring
High Quality Platinum 3.20ctw GIA Ruby & Diamond Long Ballerina Dinner Ring

High Quality Platinum 3.20ctw GIA Ruby & Diamond Long Ballerina Dinner Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Ruby - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Clean Red Color - 7.6 x 5.7mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1.00 Carat Red Ruby and Baguette Diamond Gold Vintage Ballerina Ring
1.00 Carat Red Ruby and Baguette Diamond Gold Vintage Ballerina Ring

1.00 Carat Red Ruby and Baguette Diamond Gold Vintage Ballerina Ring

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Vintage Ruby and Baguette Diamond Gold Ballerina Ring. Centering

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1.32 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified
1.32 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified

1.32 Carat No-Heat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, GIA Certified

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

ballerina style. Hand-fabricated in platinum and ready to be worn! Ring Size 6.75 Weight: 8 grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring 18k Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring 18k Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Ballerina Ring 18k Yellow Gold

Located in beverly hills, CA

This ballerina ring is an old Hollywood glamour! GIA certified with a Burma ruby at center. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified .92 Carat Ruby Diamond White Gold Ballerina Cocktail Ring
GIA Certified .92 Carat Ruby Diamond White Gold Ballerina Cocktail Ring

GIA Certified .92 Carat Ruby Diamond White Gold Ballerina Cocktail Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

GIA certified Ruby and diamond ballerina cocktail ring. Oval center ruby with a halo of 32 tapered

Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Swirl Ballerina Ring, Circa 1970
18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Swirl Ballerina Ring, Circa 1970

18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Swirl Ballerina Ring, Circa 1970

Located in Wailea, HI

18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Swirl Ballerina Ring, Circa 1970 This striking estate ring offers

Category

Late 20th Century American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.80 Carat Natural Ruby Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ballerina Ring
4.80 Carat Natural Ruby Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ballerina Ring

4.80 Carat Natural Ruby Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ballerina Ring

By DGI

Located in Los Angeles, CA

4.80 Carat Natural Ruby Baguette Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ballerina Ring This ring is truly a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.31 Carat No-Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, AIGS Certified
2.31 Carat No-Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, AIGS Certified

2.31 Carat No-Heat Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring, AIGS Certified

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

ballerina ring. The ruby weighs 2.31 carats and comes from the famous mines of Mogok in Burma. Burmese

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

2.19 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Baguette Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Ring
2.19 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Baguette Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Ring

2.19 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Baguette Diamond Halo Platinum Ballerina Ring

By Gad & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Oval Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring. Inspired by the shape of a ballerinas tutu, this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

BALLERINA Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 3.98 Cwt. In Red Ruby And Diamonds
BALLERINA Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 3.98 Cwt. In Red Ruby And Diamonds

BALLERINA Cocktail Ring In Platinum With 3.98 Cwt. In Red Ruby And Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

A classic cocktail ring in platinum with ruby and diamonds. This is a classic ballerina cocktail

Category

Vintage 1960s Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum

18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ring with Rubies and Diamonds
18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ring with Rubies and Diamonds

18K Yellow Gold Ballerina Ring with Rubies and Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

-Custom made -18k Yellow Gold -Ring size: 5.5 -Ornament dimension: 17x18mm -Rubies: 3.8 ct -Diamond

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Ballerina Cocktail Cluster No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring 4.58 Carat 18 Karat
Ballerina Cocktail Cluster No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring 4.58 Carat 18 Karat

Ballerina Cocktail Cluster No Heat Ruby Diamond Ring 4.58 Carat 18 Karat

Located in New York, NY

Ballerina Highness. 1.53ct. Natural GIA Certified Ruby Cocktail Cluster Ring GIA Certified Report

Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1.48 Carat No Heat Ruby GIA and Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring
Vintage 1.48 Carat No Heat Ruby GIA and Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

Vintage 1.48 Carat No Heat Ruby GIA and Diamond Platinum Ballerina Ring

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Vintage Oval NO HEAT Ruby GIA and Baguette & RBC Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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Ruby Ballerina Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact ruby ballerina ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. You can easily find a 35 antique edition and 23 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect ruby ballerina ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic ruby ballerina ring over the years, but those made by DGI, Beyond Fine Jewelry and Berca Atelier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a ruby ballerina ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 16 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Ruby Ballerina Ring?

Prices for a ruby ballerina ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,040 and can go as high as $37,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,495.

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 Rings for You

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 ringsvintage 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.

Questions About Ruby Ballerina Ring
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A ballerina ring is a ring that features a cluster design, often with an array of gems flaring out from the center in a radiant pattern, reminiscent of a ballerina’s tutu. Browse a collection of beautiful ballerina rings from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A ballerina ring is thought to look like a ballerina's tutu when a dancer spins. It consists of a round or oval brilliant-cut central stone positioned inside a halo of baguettes. You can find a selection of ballerina rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A ruby ring symbolizes love, especially passionate love. A ruby ring also tends to carry connotations such as wealth and success. Find a range of antique and vintage ruby rings on1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While some rubies can be very expensive due to their deep color, shine and durability, they are less expensive than diamonds of the same size. As a result they can be a popular alternative to diamonds for an engagement ring. Find plenty of ruby rings on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    What ruby rings symbolize is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people associate rubies with passion, while others believe the gemstones signify wealth or protection from evil. On 1stDibs, shop a range of ruby gemstone rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, rubies are good for engagement rings. The stone's rarity, beauty, and durability make it a prized gem. These red gemstones represent romance, wealth, and success -- perfect for celebrating an engagement.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a ruby engagement ring means is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Some people believe rubies represent love, passion and desire, but historically, the gemstone meant nobility and courage. The gem is also the birthstone for July. Find a selection of ruby gemstone rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    How much a red ruby ring is worth will depend on certain quality factors. High-quality ruby rings can range in price from anywhere between $12 to $1,600. The value of a ruby will increase owing to color. Find a collection of red ruby rings on 1stDibs today.