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1.26ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Ruby Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.26 cts Measurements: 7.30x5.50x2.80 mm
Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

1.26ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
1.26ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
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W 0.29 in D 0.12 in L 0.22 in
1.30ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Ruby Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.3 cts Measurements: 6.30x5.20x4.10 mm
Category

2010s Malagasy Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

1.30ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
1.30ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
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W 0.25 in D 0.17 in L 0.21 in
0.97ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Ruby Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 0.97 cts Measurements: 6.30x5.30x5.30 mm
Category

2010s Malagasy Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

0.97ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
0.97ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
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W 0.25 in D 0.21 in L 0.21 in
1.01ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description: Gem Type: Ruby Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 1.01 cts Measurements: 6.60x5.00x3.20 mm
Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

1.01ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
1.01ct Oval Red Ruby Unheated
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W 0.26 in D 0.13 in L 0.2 in
Oval Unheated Burma Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A central oval and faceted unheated Burmese Ruby (measuring appx. 7.29 x 5.56 x 3.61 MM) accented
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

4.12ct Oval Purplish Red Ruby GIA Certified Tajikistan Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Ruby The GIA report reads as follows: GIA Report Number
Category

2010s Tajikistani Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

4.12ct Oval Purplish Red Ruby GIA Certified Tajikistan Unheated
4.12ct Oval Purplish Red Ruby GIA Certified Tajikistan Unheated
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W 0.47 in D 0.19 in L 0.31 in
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.73 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 4.40x6.37x2.67 Weight 0.731 cts. GEM RARITY
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2010s Mozambican More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.73 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.73 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
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W 0.18 in D 0.11 in L 0.26 in
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.94 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 5.23x6.98x2.86 Weight 0.944 cts. GEM RARITY
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.94 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.94 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
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W 0.21 in D 0.12 in L 0.28 in
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.90 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant Cut Dimension 5.34x6.66x2.46 Weight 0.901 cts. Country of
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.90 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.90 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
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W 0.22 in D 0.1 in L 0.27 in
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.88 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 5.02x6.52x2.90 Weight 0.883 cts. Country of
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.88 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 0.88 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
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W 0.2 in D 0.12 in L 0.26 in
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.02 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 5.11x6.71x3.04 Weight 1.020 cts. Country of
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.02 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.02 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
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W 0.21 in D 0.12 in L 0.27 in
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.04 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Oval Shape Color Red Brilliant/Step Cut Dimension 6.94x5.12x2.86 Weight 1.042 cts. Country of
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary More Jewelry

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Ruby

Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.04 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
Unheated Mozambique Ruby 1.04 Ct G-ID Certified Oval Cut
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W 0.21 in D 0.12 in L 0.28 in
GRS Certified 3.04 carat Oval Unheated Ruby 18K White Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
features a stunning GRS Certified 3.04-carat oval unheated ruby, its vibrant deep red hue capturing the
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.61 Carat Unheated Ruby and Oval Diamond and Platinum Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Unheated Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring Gorgeous and highly sought Purplish Red Ruby weighing
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

AGL Certified Burmese Myanmar unheated ruby ring UNHEATED
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
beautiful ring featuring a central ruby and two shield-cut diamonds set in platinum. Here's a
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
Located in London, GB
This 5ct unheated ruby from Mozambique exhibits a desirable array of features. With a weight of
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2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
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W 0.46 in D 0.24 in L 0.35 in
Unheated Ruby Ring Gem 4 Carat Oval Unmounted Loose Gemstone “Pigeon Blood”
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceedingly rare, vibrant and ultra fine, 4.32 carat natural, no heat “pigeon blood” Ruby oval gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

5ct Unheated Mozambican 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
Located in London, GB
This 5.03ct unheated certified 'Pigeons Blood' Red Ruby is a gemstone of very high and fine quality
Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

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Ruby

4.60ct Oval Red Star Ruby, Diamond Ring set in Platinum, GIA Certified Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Embrace the radiant allure of this 4.60ct Oval Red Star Ruby & Diamond Ring, elegantly set in the
Category

2010s Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Star Ruby, Ruby, Diamond, Platinum

Certified 2.37ct Unheated Untreated Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond 18ct gold Ring
By David Jerome
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
oval cut Ruby totalling 2.38cts sourced in Vietnam. Set with round brilliant cut Diamonds totalling
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

3 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
Located in London, GB
A 3 carat unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Red Ruby. This rare and very fine ruby is a superb
Category

2010s Burmese Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

3 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
3 Carat Unheated Burmese 'Pigeons Blood' Ruby
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W 0.27 in D 0.22 in L 0.38 in
Estate Certified Unheated Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
Unheated untreated Natural Burmese Ruby oval-shape, surrounded by 1.00 carats, twelve gems, of round
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

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
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Certified 1.21ct Unheated Untreated Mozambique Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond 18k gol
By David Jerome
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ring designed by David Jerome is from his private collection and features one oval cut Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Unheated Oval Ruby and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
This beautiful three-stone ring features a natural unheated oval shape ruby weighing 1.05 carat in
Category

2010s English Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.02 Carat Unheated Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Glamorous unheated ruby and diamond ring. High lustre, transparent, oval faceted, intense color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

GIA 1.04 Carat Unheated Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
A classic design, the 18k white gold ring features a lively, unheated oval-shaped ruby, weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Natural 2 ct Unheated Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Mill Valley, CA
totally unheated/untreated. 99.9% of all rubies are heated to remove the natural silk inclusions. Rarely
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2010s Mozambican Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Natural Unheated Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This distinctive ring crafted in the 1960s in platinum is designed around a natural unheated oval
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

C. Dunaigre Unheated Carved Burma Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 11.35 ct. unheated carved Burma ruby. Ring size is 6.5. Handmade in platinum. C
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Platinum

AGL Certified 3.03Carat Oval Unheated Ruby & Diamond 3 Stone Ring Platinum &18K
Located in La Jolla, CA
AGL CERTIFIED UNHEATED 3.03 carat Oval Ruby Three-Stone Ring in Platinum Oval Ruby Three-Stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Natural Unheated Ruby Ring in 18ct White Gold
By Cartmer
Located in Sydney, NSW
An 18ct White Gold ring showcasing a Purplish Red Natural Unheated Ruby (1.77ct) surrounded by a
Category

2010s Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Burmese Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring, GIA Certified Unheated
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
natural with no treatment. It is extremely difficult to find a ruby without any treatment let alone one
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.12 Сarats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1.12 carats Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby boasts a captivating oval shape, measuring 8.42 x
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified 1.12 Сarats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
GIA Certified 1.12 Сarats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
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W 0.21 in D 0.11 in L 0.34 in
GRS Certified 3.03 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby Loose Stone
Located in London, GB
GRS Certified 3.03 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby Loose Stone This Item is ideal for your
Category

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
Category

2010s Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified 1.16 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover a natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby weighing 1.16 carats, accompanied by a GIA Report for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified 1.16 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
GIA Certified 1.16 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
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W 0.21 in D 0.13 in L 0.29 in
GIA certificate Unheated Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood deep red color 1.59ct
Located in bangkok, TH
: Burma Ruby Unheated Weight:1.59ct Size: 7.08*5.35*3.93mm Origin: burma myanmar Color: pigeon blood
Category

2010s Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified 1.24 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Presenting a natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby, weighing 1.24 carats, accompanied by a GIA Report
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified 1.24 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
GIA Certified 1.24 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
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W 0.21 in D 0.15 in L 0.3 in
GIA Certified 1.09 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
clarity, ensures a vivid and clear appearance. Notably, the ruby is unheated, preserving its natural state
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified 1.09 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
GIA Certified 1.09 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
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W 0.18 in D 0.13 in L 0.29 in
GIA Certified 1.23 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the allure of a 1.23 carats Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby, certified by GIA. Its oval
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Loose Gemstones

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified 1.23 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
GIA Certified 1.23 Carats Unheated Mozambique Ruby
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W 0.22 in D 0.13 in L 0.31 in
GIA Unheated Burma Star Ruby and White Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 3.56 ct. GIA unheated Burma purplish pink star ruby oval cabochon with 2.50 ct. good
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Star Ruby, 18k Gold

GRS Certified 6.50 Carat Burma Unheated Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
GRS 6.50 carat certified oval cut ruby is completely unheated and displays striking, vibrant red
Category

2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry 15.00 Carat Certified Unheated Pigeon Blood Ruby Bracelet
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
of Natural Untreated Pigeons blood rubies alone! Pigeons blood is the notorious word for the most
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified Three Stones Unheated Ruby with Diamonds Ring
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
diamonds! Size: 6.75 (can be resize) Ruby: 3.09 cts, Oval, Unheated GIA Certified: 2175376181 Diamonds
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2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Unheated Ruby Ring 2.09 Carats AGL Certified No Heat
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Superb natural Ruby ring featuring a 2.09 carat unheated Ruby oval, and a pair of GIA certified
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

GIA Unheated Mozambique Ruby and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous deep red unheated 5.20 ct. Mozambique ruby oval with 1.37 ct. good quality, white, and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

GIA Report Certified 1.67 Carat Unheated Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This glistening 18 karat white gold ring features a rare 1.67 carat no heat Burma ruby graded by
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ring Burmese Unheated Ruby natural Gold Promise Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
An engagement 18K white gold ring with natural Ruby and Diamonds with Jewelry ruby origin - Burma
Category

2010s Japanese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Ring Burmese Unheated Ruby natural Gold Promise Engagement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
An engagement 18K white gold ring with natural Ruby and Diamonds with Jewelry ruby origin - Burma
Category

2010s Japanese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Spectra Fine Jewelry Certified 6.16 Carat Unheated Ruby Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
century, 2019, would make a most spectacular gesture indeed, as it features an oval ruby with deep
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

2.79 carat 'Pigeon's Blood' Fine Unheated Burmese Ruby
Located in London, GB
A Pigeons Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring. Centering a 2.79 carat oval Unheated Burmese Ruby
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

GRS Certified Unheated Ruby 3 Carat Diamond Solitaire ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
Behold the mesmerizing allure of this unblemished treasure—a breathtaking 3-carat Oval Ruby from
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

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

Materials

Ruby

Ring Ruby Natural Unheated Sapphire Gold Promise Wedding Band
Located in Berlin, DE
An engagement 18K white gold ring with natural Ruby and Diamonds with Jewelry ruby origin - Burma
Category

2010s Japanese Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 2.52 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Please inquire for more videos/photos. Details Identification: Natural Ruby • Carat: 2.52 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby

GIA Certified 2.52 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby
GIA Certified 2.52 Carat Natural Unheated Mozambique Ruby
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W 0.27 in D 0.17 in L 0.36 in
GIA 1.94 Unheated Ruby Pendant Necklace with Round Diamonds in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Unheated Oval Ruby Pendant with Diamonds in Platinum Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique AGL certified Burmese (Mogok) Unheated Ruby & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
, unheated (No clarity enhancement/ No heat enhancement) Burmese 0.94 carats Ruby (Mogok) and diamond
Category

Antique 1840s European Early Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

1.51 Carats Unheated GRS First Page Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring/Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
1.51 carats GRS first page pigeon blood Strong fluorescense Unheated ruby from Mozambique Ring and
Category

2010s Mozambican Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

AGL Certified Natural Unheated Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Austin, TX
A vibrant platinum, ruby and diamond ring featuring an oval cut red 2.22 carat unheated Thai ruby
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

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Ruby Unheated Oval For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact ruby unheated oval 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, 18k gold and platinum. You can easily find a 108 antique edition and 227 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect ruby unheated oval may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A ruby unheated oval from Merkaba, Antinori Fine Jewels and Emilio! — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a ruby unheated oval featuring ruby from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a ruby unheated oval for sale for women should be easy, but there are 140 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Ruby Unheated Oval?

The price for a ruby unheated oval starts at $299 and tops out at $649,999 with these rings, on average, selling for $13,584.
Questions About Ruby Unheated Oval
  • A heated ruby is a ruby wherein 1600 - 1700 degrees centigrade of heat is applied to the stone to improve it's color, luster, and/or clarity. This is a common method for most rubies is not a bad at all. What makes unheated rubies valuable is their rarity. To find a beautiful ruby that does not need heat to improve it's beauty is very rare and highly unlikely.