Ssef Ruby
Edwardian Platinum Ruby Diamond Brooch, SSEF
Located in New York, NY
blend of history and craftsmanship. Featuring a stunning 3.73ct Burma no-heat ruby at its center
Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
SSEF Certified 2.78 carat Thai Heated Ruby
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby weighing 2.78 carats. Certified by SSEF, the ruby exhibits a rich Red color, originating from the
Category
2010s Thai Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
SSEF Certified 7.03 Carat Mozambique No-Heat Ruby Platinum Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
SSEF Certified 7.03 Carat Mozambique No-Heat Ruby Platinum Ring with Diamond Half Moons
Category
2010s Italian Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Natural Burma No Heat Ruby Ring, by Gübelin, SSEF Certified
By Gubelin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
rare and very desirable.
Accompanied by a SSEF report, stating that the ruby is of Burmese (Myanmar
Category
20th Century German Engagement Rings
Materials
Ruby, Platinum
SSEF Certified 2.10 Carat Thai Heated Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
by SSEF, the ruby showcases a captivating Red color, originating from the renowned mines of Thailand
Category
2010s Thai Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
SSEF, GIA, and GRS Certified 2.57 Carat Burmese Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
breathtaking SSEF, GIA, and GRS Certified 2.57 Carat Burmese Ruby, known for its exceptional
Category
2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
5.00ct Purplish Red Oval Shape Sri Lankan Ruby Certified By SSEF And GRS
Located in Antwerpen, BE
5.006ct Purplish Red Oval Ruby – SSEF And GRS Certified
A striking 5.006 carat Purplish Red Ruby
Category
2010s Sri Lankan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
$83,000
H 0.21 in W 0.46 in D 0.21 in L 0.35 in
SSEF CERT PIGEON RED 2.50Ct Unheated Clean Burma Mogok Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Warren, NJ
COLOR AND PERFECTLY CLEAN AND BRILLIANT, VIVID 2.50 CT. RUBY RING in Platinum. SSEF 42721 . THE RUBY IS
Category
Antique Early 18th Century American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
SSEF 11 Carat No Heat Natural Burmese Ruby and Diamond 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite earring showcases the timeless beauty of natural rubies set in lustrous 18K yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
NEW SSEF* 4.542CT Pigeon Red Unheated Burma Mogok Ruby Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Warren, NJ
One of a kind! Rare Gorgeous Unheated Intense Vivid Pure Red Color Burmese Ruby Ring. Clean and
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
For the Stars Suite: SSEF Certified Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby Earrings
Located in New York, NY
BLOOD BURMESE RUBIES 2.873 CARATS (0.825 ct, 0.632 ct, 0.791 ct, 0.625 ct)
SSEF LAB CERTIFIED Pigeon
Category
2010s Burmese Art Deco Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
SSEF Certified 0.77 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
BLOOD BURMESE RUBY, 0.77 CARATS
SSEF LAB CERTIFIED, PIGEON BLOOD RED
Introducing our exquisite
Category
2010s Burmese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
For the Stars Suite: SSEF Certified Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby Ring
Located in New York, NY
DIAMONDS 0.19 CARATS
1 NO-HEAT PIGEON BLOOD BURMESE RUBY 0.81 CARATS
SSEF LAB CERTIFIED PIGEON BLOOD
Category
2010s Burmese Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
SSEF Certified 1.08 Carat Burma No-Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
BLOOD BURMESE RUBY 1.08 CARATS
GUBELIN LAB CERTIFIED, PIGEON BLOOD RED
Introducing our exquisite 1.08
Category
2010s Burmese Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
New SSEF Cert 5.641 CT Unheated Burma Mogok Clean Pigeon Red Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Warren, NJ
stunning centerpiece, accented with sparkling diamonds set in 18K Gold. The ruby has been certified by SSEF
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$320,000 Sale Price
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SSEF Switzerland Authentic Burmese 3.90 Carat Halo Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
oval-shaped Burmese ruby as its focal point, radiating with an intense red hue and weighing an
Category
2010s Italian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hancocks 1.10ct Burma Ruby And French Cut Diamond Ring Contemporary
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Origin
London
Gemstones
1.10ct Rectangular step cut Unheated Burmese Ruby witth SSEF Certificate.
12x G
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Hancocks 2.70ct Burma Ruby & Diamond ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
unheated Burmese ruby - with SSEF certificate
2 x antique pear cut diamonds, total weight 0.55ct
Setting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Hancocks 1.58ct Burmese Ruby And Emerald Ring In 18ct Yellow Gold Contemporary
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
Hancocks
Period
Contemporary
Origin
London
Gemstones
1.58ct cushion cut unheated Burmese ruby with SSEF
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Engagement Rings
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Recent Sales
SSEF-Certified Cabochon Sapphire and Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
SSEF gemological reports stating that the sapphire and ruby are natural. Also accompanied by a GIA
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire
SSEF Certified 3.54 Carat Oval Shape Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
by a SSEF gemological report stating that the ruby is natural and of Burmese origin, with no
Category
2010s Swiss Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Chatila SSEF Certified 6.79 Antique Cushion Siam Ruby and Gold Ring
By Chatila
Located in London, GB
This simple and sleek ring features a stunning 6.79 carat antique cushion Siam Ruby with an 18
Category
2010s Swiss Cocktail Rings
Materials
Ruby, Yellow Gold
SSEF Certified 18.902 Carat No Heat Burmese Pigeons Blood Ruby Earrings 18K Gold
Located in Central, HK
Earrings - a 2.358 carat and a 2.704 carat ruby in an oval cut shape as certified with SSEF (Report #100915
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GILIN 18 Kt 5.013 Carat SSEF Certified Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Solitaire Ring
By GILIN
Located in Central, HK
1 RU - 5.013ct SSEF 100815 R/H/Burma
Carat Weight: 5.013ct / Shape: Cushion
Colour: Red of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
SSEF Certified 10.02 Carat Ruby Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
.
Featuring a 10.02 carat SSEF certified reddish-purple ruby that has indications of heat treatment. Rubies
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ssef Certified 3.80 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
This beautiful 18k white Gold cluster ring features a 3.81 Carat oval-cut Ruby, origin Thailand
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
SSEF Certified 3.80 Carat Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
This beautiful 18k white Gold cluster ring features a 3.81 Carat oval-cut Ruby, origin Thailand
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
SSEF Burma Ruby and White Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 5.55 ct. SSEF certified Burma pinkish red ruby cushion with good quality white diamond
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified SSEF Burma No Heat Ruby and Platinum Diamond Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, beautiful ring comes with a SSEF certificate for the Burma No Heat Ruby. The ring weigh 4.2 grams and
Category
20th Century Edwardian Fashion Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
SSEF Certified Natural Burmese Ruby 1.55 ct & Diamonds set Oval Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
SSEF Swiss Gemmological Institute reports for Burmese, Myanmar rubies.
10 round brilliant cut diamonds
Category
2010s British Modern Cluster Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
SSEF Swiss Certified, 3.91 Cts Burmese None Heated Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, US
Centering an oval shaped Burmese ruby, accented by round diamonds. Ruby weighs 3.91 carats
Category
2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
SSEF Swiss Certified 2.71 Cts Burmese None Heated Ruby And Diamond Enamel Ring
Located in New York, US
Featuring an oval-shaped Burmese ruby, accented by round brilliant-cut diamonds, and enhanced by
Category
Vintage 1950s German Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Enamel
Burmese Ruby and Diamond Earstuds
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
natural (not heated) gemstones - accompanied by a gemological certificate by SSEF. Both rubies are cushion
Category
20th Century Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRAFF 9.44 carat Ruby Diamond Ring
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
shoulders.
Total weight of diamonds approximately 7.00-8.00ct,
Ruby has SSEF Swiss Gemological Institute
Category
2010s British Artist Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Magnificent Adler No-Heat Ruby and Diamond Gold Necklace
By Adler
Located in Litchfield, CT
inch length
WEIGHT: 170.7 grams
STONES: 95.66 carats total weight no-heat rubies (verbal SSEF
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian 3.71 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and that truly defines superior rubies.
A vibrant deep red 3.71 carat SSEF certified Burma no heat
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian 3.71 Carat Burma No Heat Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and that truly defines superior rubies.
A vibrant deep red 3.71 carat SSEF certified Burma no heat
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels, Cabochon Burma Ruby & Diamond Clusters Earrings, circa 1972
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
approximate combined total of 18cts. With SSEF certificate stating rubies are unheated Burma.
62 x round
Category
Vintage 1970s French More Earrings
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
H 1.1 in W 1.1 in D 0.6 in
Spectacular Adler No Heat Ruby and Diamond Set Gold Earrings
By Adler
Located in Litchfield, CT
grams combined
STONES: 39.31 carats total weight no-heat rubies (verbal SSEF report) and 7.07 carats
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Important Victorian Natural Burmese Ruby '6 Carat' and Diamond Ring, circa 1890s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
spectacular natural unheated Burma Ruby of 6.38ct (SSEF certified), surrounded by a cluster of old-mine cut
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver
18 Karat White Gold Burma Ruby Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
stones are accompanied by reports.
Ruby: SSEF No. 90001 stating that the ruby is Burmese and unheated
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Stunning 2.81 Carat Burma Ruby and Diamond Toi et Moi Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
stones are accompanied by reports.
Ruby: SSEF No. 74022
Diamond: HRD
Size: 53 EU / 6.5 US
Maker's mark
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
SSEF Certified Natural Burma, Myanmar Ruby, Pigeon Blood & Diamonds Earrings
Located in London, GB
with 2 Oval cut rubies each weight 1.022 and 0.758 carats accompanied by SSEF Swiss Gemmological
Category
Vintage 1950s British Retro Stud Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
W 0.49 in D 0.22 in L 0.45 in
Pigeon Blood Natural Burma Ruby 'SSEF' 0.82 Carat Ring, circa 1920s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
rare "Pigeon-Blood" color (SSEF) natural Burmese ruby of 0.82 carats, surrounded by baguette and round
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
SSEF Certified Natural Burma, Myanmar Ruby and Diamonds Cluster Earrings, Retro
Located in London, GB
Exquisite gemstones hue of blazing ruby perfectly complements shining diamonds. 1950's earrings
Category
Vintage 1950s British Retro Stud Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
W 0.45 in D 0.21 in L 0.48 in
Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood SSEF Certified Ruby and Diamond Ring
By DA Jewellery
Located in Banbury, GB
blood ruby, it's the best of the best when it comes to all things ruby and when you are lost in its deep
Category
2010s Unknown Edwardian Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s SSEF Certified Santa Maria 36.86ct Aquamarine and Burmese Ruby Ring
Located in Dublin 2, D
1940s Santa Maria 36.86ct aquamarine and Burmese ruby cocktail ring in 18kt yellow gold. Centred
Category
Vintage 1940s British Retro Cocktail Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Ruby, 18k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent ring is set in the center with an oval ruby weighing 4.66 carats, flanked by 2
Category
20th Century Unknown Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Cartier Monture Burmese Ruby Fancy Yellow and White Diamond platinum Flower Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
an SSEF report stating that the ruby is of Burmese origin with no heat treatment.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
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Ssef Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact ssef ruby you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 13 antique edition and 9 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect ssef ruby may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 3 Carat and 3.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a ssef ruby has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by MOGULDIAM INC, Antinori Fine Jewels and Chatila are consistently popular. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cushion cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a ssef ruby, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Ssef Ruby?
Prices for a ssef ruby can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $12,700 and can go as high as $500,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $19,770.
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.
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