GIA Certified 5.11 Carat Ruby and Diamond 3-Stone Engagement Ring in 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular 3-stone engagement ring features a magnificent, 5.12 carat pure red ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
3.88 Carat Vivid Red Burma Ruby Colombian Emerald Christmas Color Cocktail Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
2.18 Carat of vivid red Burma Ruby, 1.70 carat of Colombian Emerald and 0.39 carat of white brilliant round diamond are set in this beautiful cocktail ring. The ring has been hand ma...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 1.38 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a contemporary marvel from Rewa Jewelry, this ruby and diamond ring is a captivating blend of modern style and timeless elegance—an embodiment of the brand's commitment t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Art Deco Style Three Stone Ring in 9K Two Tone Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Three radiant rubies, each surrounded by sparkling diamonds, beautifully arranged to resemble a delicate halo.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
AIGS Certified 1.12 Carat Natural No Heat, Vivid Red Ruby Ring made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring set in Platinum featuring a AIGS Certified 1.12 Carat Natural No Heat, Pigeon Blood Ruby and 0.48 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit me...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 1.07 Carat No Heat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a piece from Rewa Jewelry, this ring features a 1.07-carat ruby as its centerpiece. The ring is certified as 'Pigeon Blood' from GemResearch Swisslab (GRS), Certificate N...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.64 Carat No Heat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a piece from Rewa Jewelry, this ring showcases a vibrant 0.64-carat ruby as its centerpiece. The ring is certified as 'Pigeon Blood' from GemResearch Swisslab (GRS), Cert...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.12 Carat Natural Burma Pigeon's Blood Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond R
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 2.12 Carat Natural Burma Pigeon's Blood Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Ring GIA report number: 1236978464 Ruby: 2.12 carat oval natural Burmese Pigeon's Blood Vivid Red ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.95 Carat No Heat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a piece from Rewa Jewelry, this ring showcases a vibrant 0.95-carat ruby at its center. The ring is certified as 'Pigeon Blood' from GemResearch Swisslab (GRS), Certifica...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
6cts Madagascar Ruby Ring with Natural Diamon in 14k Solid Gold OV 12x10mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This exquisite ring showcases a 5.9ct oval-shaped Madagascar ruby, measuring 12x10mm, known for its rich red hue.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.05 Ct Ruby Diamond Engagement Band 14K Gold Channel Set Thick Gold Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
Make a bold statement with this 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Engagement Band, a distinctive designer ring featuring a vivid 1.05-carat natural ruby in a 5x7 mm oval cut at the ce...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flame VI – Spark - Fine Mozambique Ruby set with Round Rosecut Diamonds in 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings glow. Flame VI – Spark ignites. A vivid Mozambique ruby takes center stage in Flame VI – Spark, burning with an intense Heat Vivid Red (1.60 cts) that feels alive with in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
White Ethiopian Opal Orange Sapphire & Ruby Style Cocktail 18K Rose Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
(approx. total weight) Size: US 7 (resizable) Center Gemstones Type: Ethiopian Opal Shape: Oval Size: 14×10 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 4.50 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent Gemstones ...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4 Carat Vivid Red NO HEAT Ruby Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
4.00-Carat Vivid Red NO HEAT Ruby Unheated – Mozambique – GIA Certified Experience the pinnacle of rarity and beauty with this extraordinary 4-carat natural ruby, exhibiting the cov...
Diamond, Ruby
Art Deco Style White Ethiopian Opal & Ruby Halo Set Cocktail 18K Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
The ring is and accented with French cut rubies and punctuated its shoulders with diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Central Ruby Surrounded by a Cluster of Smaller Diamonds
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold Central Ruby Surrounded by a Cluster of Smaller Diamonds Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: This Ring is Featuring a Central Ruby Surrounded by a Cluster of Sm...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.87 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 0.87 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$88,000Sale Price|20% Off
3.29 Carat Burma No Heat Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood GRS Certified Ruby Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing our exquisite 3.29-carat Burma No Heat Vivid Red Pigeon's Blood GRS Certified Ruby Ring! This stunning piece features a natural Mogok Burma ruby, renowned for its unmatch...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1964 Nordic Ring 0.3 ct Ruby 0.22ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 7.5 US/ 2.5gr
Located in SE
Elegant Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with Platinum clusters holding oval cut natural Rose Red Ruby and 2 brilliant cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$2,415Sale Price|25% Off
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Byzantine Style Ruby and Emerald Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Presenting S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring all handmade in Byzantine Style workmanship with a unique velvet background and granulation. This ring features 0.56 Ca...
White Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 0.95 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a timeless treasure from Rewa: a captivating ruby and diamond ring designed for effortless everyday elegance. Crafted with a minimalist and modern aesthetic, this piece s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.70 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new handcrafted ruby ring by Rewa Jewels. The ring's center stone is 0.70 carat Burmese ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby faceted buff top 18 K white and yellow gold Engagement ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ruby faceted buff top 18 K white and yellow gold Engagement ring with 78 white and 78 yellow diamonds. This unique ring has both colors of gold in it - yellow and white. The cent...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 18K 2.57 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Red Ruby Art Deco Design Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 2.57 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Red Ruby Art Deco Design Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Red Ruby weighing 2.57 ct set on the 18K white gold band wit...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Opal Ruby and Dimond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A luminous Opal shines at the heart of this Art Deco–inspired ring, capturing light with every movement. Surrounding it, French-cut Rubies form a rich, vibrant middle layer, while sp...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
GIA 18K 3.08 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Red Ruby 3-Stone Design Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 3.08 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Red Ruby 3-Stone Design Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Red Ruby weighing 3.08 ct set on the 18K white gold band with...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman + Jules Gia Certified 3 Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring Set in 950 Platinum
Located in Los Gatos, CA
The 950 Platinum Roman + Jules 3 Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring Set features a 1.34 carat, oval-shaped Ruby at its center with GIA Certificate# 5202650310.
Diamond
Genuine Ruby Split Band Halo Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold Gift for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Cabochon Ruby Diamond Halo Split Band Ring in 14K White Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.38 carats and diamonds of 0.11 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Unheated 3.07ct Burma Pink Sapphire No Heat & Diamond Ring - Stunning!
Located in bangkok, TH
A simply extraordinary and utterly unique Jewel set in solid platinum and featuring a stunning Unheated Pink Sapphire from the famed mines of Mogok in Burma (Myanmar) weighing an imp...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.63CT Total Weight Ruby and Diamonds setn in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
The stunning 18K white gold bandicent 0.33CT ruby at its center, elegantly encircled by 0.30CT of sparkling diamonds. boasts a magnif
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Emerald and Sapphires Wide Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios ring is handmade in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is microscopically decorated with gold wires and beads. Its granulated details contrast with the Byzantine background fin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18...
2.84 Ct Natural Ruby 0.20 Ct Diamond Wedding Band in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Elegantly crafted in luxurious 14K yellow gold, this natural ruby and diamond band ring showcases timeless sophistication with vibrant color and refined brilliance.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Rose Gold 2.4ctw Multicolor Oval Cut Sapphire Halfway Wedding Ring Band
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Rose Gold 2.4ctw Multicolor Oval Cut Sapphire Halfway Wedding Ring Band This stunning Multicolor Sapphire Halfway Band is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Style: Ha...
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Diamond Rubellite Ring 14K Gold Vintage Estate
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Rubellite Ring 14K Gold Vintage Estate This lovely estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold and set with natural Earth mined Rubellite and diamonds. The cente...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
DIANA M. 11.40ct Carat Burma Ruby Certified by GRS Sounded by 1cts of diamonds
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 karat yellow gold, ring showcases a stunning 11.40 carat Burma ruby at its center, certified by GRS. surrounded by this magnificent ruby are 1.00 carats of dazzling white diamond...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
SSEF Certified 2.78 carat Thai Heated Ruby
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a timeless masterpiece from Rewa Jewelry, this ruby and diamond engagement ring seamlessly blends classic inspiration with contemporary elegance, making it a symbol of ev...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Alternate Ruby and Diamond Half Eternity Engagement Band in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
PRODUCT DETAILS :- Material - 18K Solid Yellow Gold Gemstone - Ruby Gemstone weight - 1 ct Gemstone pcs - 4 Gemstone shape - Oval Gemstone size - 3 x 4 mm Diamond weight - 0.21 cts ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$62,400Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman Marquise Diamond Estate Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning creation by Oscar Heyman, featuring a 1.30-carat marquise-cut diamond at its center, perfectly framed by a halo of round brilliant diamonds. Elegant baguette-cut diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage GIA 14K Yellow Gold 1.12 ct Unheated Burmese Ruby Diamond 3 Stone Sz 5.5
Located in Addison, TX
Details: GIA Ruby Origin Report Included GIA Report Number: 5232958767 Report Date: May 26 2026 Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Main Stone: Natural Ruby Species: Natural Corundum Geographic O...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Purple sapphire diamond cluster ring 14KT rose gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
One of a kind cluster ring made with purple sapphire, champagne diamonds and a ruby in 14KT rose gold, such a colorful ring with stunning cluster combination. Size 7 and can be re-si...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Natural Rubellite Diamond Band Ring 18K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Rubellite Diamond Band Ring 18K Gold Vintage This vintage ring is made in solid 18K Yellow Gold. It has inscription inside of the shank dated 2.14.82. The center natural Ear...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 0.77ctw Diamond Red Gemstone Cluster Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 0.77ctw Diamond Red Gemstone Cluster Ring This stunning 0.77ctw Gemstone Cluster Ring is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Style: Cluster Ring Material: 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$115,200Sale Price|20% Off
7.63 Carat Colombian Natural Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional three stone ring featuring a magnificent 7.63 carat natural Colombian emerald, accompanied by an independent gemstone report from C. Dunaigre Consulting, Switzerland. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Gubelin Certified 4.47 Carat Ruby & Trillion Cut Diamond Sides in 18K White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Indulge in sophistication with this ruby and diamond three stone ring ring. Gubelin certified, this natural 4.47 carat oval cut red ruby is accompanied by two triangular shaped diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handcraft Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garnet and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A rich Garnet takes center stage in this Art Deco–inspired step ring, glowing with deep, captivating warmth. Encircling the gem, sparkling Diamonds enhance its brilliance, while diam...
Diamond, Ruby, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$21,800Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills GIA 10.42ct Rudy with Double Diamond Halo Ring 18k Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful Ruby with double diamond halo ring with diamonds going half way down the shank, pave set.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Checkerboard Cut Blue Topaz and Multi Gem and Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Surrounding the centerpiece are sparkling white and champagne diamonds, accented by rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and vibrant yellow sapphires forming playful fruits and leaves.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 14k ...
Double Pave X Ring 18Kt White Gold Tourmaline Pink and Blue Sapphires & Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Tourmaline Double Pave "X" ring handcrafted in 18Kt White Gold. A big oval Tourmaline is carefully set among four white gold prongs "X" shape in the center of the ring. Round blue an...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold,...
Art Deco Nine Precious Gems Cocktail Ring, 14k Gold & Diamonds, India
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The oval shape stones are placed diagonally to one another on the ring with an outer cluster of pave set round diamonds forming a leaf shape.
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, C...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Byzantine Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios unique designer Band Ring is 18 Karat Yellow Gold and all handmade with Byzantine bead granulation and a unique velvet background finished. This gorgeous band ring fe...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sap...
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Victorian Opal, Diamond & Demantoid Garnet Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal Cluster Ring 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning Victorian 18ct gold cluster ring, featuring a magnificent opal at its centre surrounded by a cluster ...
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Two-Tone Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer ring is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This gorgeous ring is microscopically decorated with gold wires - granulated details contrast with a unique Byza...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Emerald, Multi-gemsto...
18kt White Gold ring with 1.76 ct Red-Purple Ruby and 1.13 diamonds
By Prelati Gioielli
Located in Vittoria, IT
This extraordinary ring, made entirely by hand in 18K white gold, is a celebration of Italian goldsmithing elegance and craftsmanship. Its elaborate, three-dimensional design immedia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s Vintage Ring in White Gold, Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Cattolica, IT
A fine 1960s-era ring made of 18kt white gold and embellished with a central motif of antique-cut Diamonds and vivid, deep red, round-cut Ruby. This ring was handcrafted by goldsmith...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
White gold ring with 1.05 ct oval tanzanite, with rubies and diamonds
By Prelati Gioielli
Located in Vittoria, IT
Elegant and full of charm, this white gold ring is a masterpiece of style and sophistication. A stunning 1.05-carat oval tanzanite sparkles in the center, wrapped with six pear-cut r...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s White Gold, Diamond and Oval Ruby Ring
Located in Cattolica, IT
A 1960s-era vintage ring handcrafted in 18kt white gold. Composed of a plain band at the bottom and a floral-patterned top. Set in the center is a ruby with a vivid and intense red c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Natural 5.40 Carat Ruby Ring in Platinum with Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Two vibrant Oval cut Thai ruby captivate as the statement drops sections of these stunning earrings. These beautiful gemstones have been securely claw set into warm platinum, and sur...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$48,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 8.61ct Burma Ruby Diamond Necklace & Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship with this Ruby Diamond Necklace, a piece that defines elegance and versatility. Crafted in radiant 18 karat white gold, this neckla...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 7.47 Carat Unheated Ruby Pendant/Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Collectible unheated ruby pendant. Lively pinkish-red tone, high brilliance, oval faceted unheated 7.47 carats ruby mounted in high profile with four bead prongs, accented with a tap...
Diamond, Ruby, 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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