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Gemstone: Ruby
Style: Edwardian
An Art Deco inspired diamond, and ruby dome style ring in platinum. Centered by
Located in Boston, MA
A beautiful Edwardian period three stone diamond, and ruby engagement ring in platinum. Centered by a 1.18 carat H color I1 clarity old European cut diamond. Framed by a pair of 1....
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique 18k Gold GIA 5.6ct BURMA NO HEAT Ruby Diamond & Pearl 7.5" Line Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Very nice genuine Edwardain bracelet - amazing old cut diamonds and square NO HEAT Burma rubies! A special piece that remains in excellent condition! Enjoy! Comes with the GIA certif...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian GIA Burma No Heat Ruby & Diamond Filigree Ring
Located in Boston, MA
An Edwardian period No Heat Burmese Ruby, and diamond ring in platinum. Centered by a bezel set old cushion cut ruby of Burma origin with no heat treatment. The ruby of rich purpli...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Opal, Diamond, Sapphire and Ruby Butterfly Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.6 grams Diamond Details: .70ct, total weight. Antique single cut. G-H Color, VS Clarity. Opal...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian French Carnelian, Enamel, Gemstone Native American Chief Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A rare and stunning Native American pendant from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! This vibrant 18kt yellow gold and carnelian piece is French in origin, and displays a bold and colorful d...
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1910s French Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Carnelian, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Vintage 3.15 carat Burma Ruby & rose cut Diamond
Located in London, GB
This sensational Vintage 18k yellow gold Burma ruby and diamond cocktail ring is set with One round mixed cut natural Burma Ruby of 3.15 carats and Twenty eight rose cut natural diam...
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1830s Unknown Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby and Diamond crescent brooch, silver and 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
Ahh the antique Crescent moon brooch, such a revered and sought after jewel, both today and in the past. Not only are celestial pieces considere...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Silver

18K Gold & Sterling Silver Beetle Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds Onyx & Ruby
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the Edwardian era, this large and impressive Rhinoceros beetle brooch is encrusted with Rose Cut diamonds on an 18k gold and sterling silver body. The insect’s head and antenna...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Edwardian 0.55ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A stunning oval cut ruby sits centre stage in this halo cluster ring from the Edwardian era. The ruby is 0.55 carat and has been rub over set into platinum. Surrounding the ruby we f...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 1.40ct Ruby and Diamond Ring, c.1909
Located in London, GB
A trio of gorgeously coloured rubies are in prominent display in this Edwardian ring. The central ruby is the biggest at 0.80 carat, whilst the ones at each end are 0.30 carat a piec...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Geraldo Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Introducing the exquisite Geraldo Ruby Diamond Ring, a true masterpiece that exudes timeless beauty and unparalleled craftsmanship. This remarkable ring showcases an extraordinary co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18ct Edwardian Style Ruby Diamond Drop Dangle Stud Earrings Flower Clusters
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
These earrings are truly fit for Royalty! The design is fashioned on earrings from the Edwardian period when flower clusters and delicate design reigned in aristocratic circles. Th...
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2010s Unknown Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1910s Item Details: Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .25ct, total weight Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: F-G C...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

18Karat Yellow Gold Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1910s Item Details: Metal Type:18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 12.0 grams Diamond Details: Weight: .25ct, total weight Cut: Old European Brilliant Color: F-G...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Early 20th Century Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, No Heat
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century Edwardian period ruby and diamond cluster ring with diamond-set shoulders, in platinum and 18k gold. French import. Atw ruby 1.40 cts., atw diamonds 1.75 cts. ...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 1.30 Carat Ruby and Diamond Double Halo Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous Edwardian ring features a ruby at its centre with two diamond halos surrounding it. The oval cut central ruby is 1.30 carat, natural stone and rub over set into 18 cara...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 15 Karat Gold Platinum Ruby Swan Bar Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a delicate Edwardian swan bar brooch crafted in 15K gold (9K needle) and adorned with textured platinum. The head is set with cabochon ruby eye. The feathers are highly detai...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Ruby, 15k Gold, Platinum

1960s Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring in 18 Carat Yellow and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This 1960's Ruby cluster ring is in great condition especially for its age. It has been crafted with a stunningly bright and beautiful Ruby in the centre with a surround of 12 Brilli...
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1960s British Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Edwardian 14K Gold Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, Pearl Harem Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful 14k gold Edwardian harem ring contains an array of Rose Cut diamonds, pearls, sapphires, rubies, and green demantoid garnets. The ring consists of five 14k gold bands,...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Ruby and Diamond Half Hoop Five Stone 18k and Platinum Ring 1.1ctw
Located in Joelton, TN
A Ruby and Diamond half hoop ring, three round faceted rubies and two old cut diamonds claw set in a yellow and white gold mount ring.shank marked...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

14k Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: 585 (14K Rose Gold) [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.9 grams Ruby Details: Weight: .75ct, total Type: Synthetic Cut: Round Color: Pinkish Red Diamond Details: Natural D...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

Antique Edwardian Star Ruby Diamond Ring 1.8ct Cabochon Ruby
Located in Kendal, GB
A magnificent antique Edwardian cluster ring crowned with a natural cabochon star ruby weighing approx. 1.8ct, haloed by twelve bright brilliant cut diamonds totalling approx. 1.2ct...
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20th Century Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Ruby, Diamond, Star Ruby, Platinum, Gold

14k Gold Vintage Pave Diamond and Ruby Fox Head Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This striking ring features a sterling silver fox head with 27 pave rose-cut diamonds that are bead set (approximately .5mm to 1mm each) and 2 ruby eyes (approximately 1.5 mm each). ...
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1980s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Ruby Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian diamond ruby platinum ring Old European-cut center stone diamond of 0.25 carat, rose-cut diamonds, and square-cut rubies; 14 karat yellow...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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

Edwardian 0.50ct Ruby and Diamond Daisy Cluster Ring, circa 1910s
Located in London, GB
Delightfully charming is this ruby and diamond daisy cluster ring dating back to the Edwardian era. The ruby is an old cut and weighs 0.50 carat with the surrounding diamonds also be...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified No Heat Burma Star Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most spectacular 4.11 carat Burma star ruby engagement ring. Burmese rubies are a cut above all others with the most saturated color and purest red f...
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1920s Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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

Natural Ruby Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring 18k Gold
Located in US
A classic trilogy engagement ring stars a natural deep, rich red ruby weighing 1.04 carat flanked by a matched pair of brilliant-cut diamonds G...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Whi...

Antique Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Sapphire Snake Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 18K Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Sapphire Snake Necklace. This amazing snake necklace is crafted of 18k yellow gold and platinum top. The necklace ha...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

10k Gold Custom Antique Heart Arrow Brooch w/ Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
10k Gold Custom Antique Heart Arrow Brooch w/ Diamonds and Rubies Gorgeous Antique Brooch Features Garland with Bow Detailing on Arrow with Crowned Heart Ruby Cabochon Centerpiece with Old Cut Diamonds Length of Brooch = 47 mm Width of Brooch = 90 mm Total Mass = 24.3 grams Based on Design and Materials, dated to Georgian or Victorian era or earlier Gorgeous Antique Piece!
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Late 19th Century Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold

Blue Sapphire Ruby Diamond Double Heart Vintage Style Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vintage style sapphire and ruby double heart ring, set with oval shaped blue sapphire weighing .25 carats and ruby weighing .20 carats, both s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Pink Tourmaline Floral Jewelry Set in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely design of the iconic Edwardian style flower cluster ring, earrings and pendant jewelry set, featuring round ruby for their centers and round cut striking pink tourmaline bea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Contemporary 1.28ct Ruby and 0.95ct Diamond Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This contemporary ring has been crafted with a 1.28ct stunning deep red Ruby in the centre with a surround of 10 Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing a total of 0.95ct. The Ruby itself ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Edwardian 0.60ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
A bright ruby sits between two contrasting old cut diamonds in this Edwardian engagement ring. The oval ruby has a weight of 0.60ct, creating the perfect visual balance with the diam...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Burma SSEF No-Heat Ruby and Old Mine-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Dating from circa 1900, this ruby and diamond ring is set in platinum and 18K gold. It is bezel-set with an untreated Burma cushion-cut ruby, measuring approximately 8.05 x 7.65 x 3....
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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

Diamond and Ruby Floral Cluster Engagement Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Look at this stunning ruby and diamond floral cluster ring! Set in 14k rose gold, this vintage inspired ruby and diamond ring features a unique floral design. With a total of 0.17 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby and Pink Tourmaline Floral Cluster Stud Earrings in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning and beautiful design of the iconic Edwardian style flower cluster earrings, featuring round ruby for its center and six round cut striking pink tourmaline each side beauti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby and Pink Tourmaline Floral Cluster Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning and beautiful design of the iconic Edwardian style flower cluster ring, featuring round ruby for its center and six round cut striking pink tourmaline beautifully set into...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby and Pink Tourmaline Floral Cluster Pendant in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning and beautiful design of the iconic Edwardian style flower cluster pendant, featuring round ruby for its center and eight round cut striking pink tourmaline beautifully set...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Signed Sloan & Co 14K Gold Figural Bulldog Hat Pin with Ruby Eyes
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique 14k gold & ruby hatpin. By Sloan & Co. With a figural bulldog top set tiny ruby cabochon eyes. The pin stem is gold plated. Simply a great pin for any bulldog love...
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20th Century American Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby and Diamond Floral Three Stone Ring in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This phenomenal and stunning ring features three heads with a floral ruby and diamond design. Made out of 14k rose gold with a highlight white top to really bring this ring to the ne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Edwardian Ruby Diamond Cluster Ring 1.15ct Ruby
Located in Kendal, GB
A spectacular antique Edwardian cluster ring from the early 1900s adorned with a cherry-pink cushion cut ruby at its heart complete with two gem certifications that verify the stone ...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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

Antique Gold Platinum Ruby and Diamond Cufflinks
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1915 14k Yellow Gold and Platinum Cufflinks, measuring 9/16 inch in diameter the double sided cufflinks have a hand finished Edwardian style pattern, set with Fine color Cushio...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

14K Gold Edwardian Graduated Curb Link Bracelet with Ruby, Diamond & Sapphire
Located in Venice, CA
In this 14k gold bracelet, the curb link graduates to the largest central link that houses a very white, near colorless Old Mine Cut diamond. The diamond is flanked by a subtle red a...
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1910s European Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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

Edwardian South Sea Pearl Necklace with Diamond + Ruby Clasp
Located in Narberth, PA
A classically beautiful and very unique South Sea Pearl convertible necklace with a gorgeous diamond and ruby clasp from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era ! This ...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Edwardian Signed Whiteside & Blank 14k Gold Fox Hunt Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed Edwardian fox hunt charm. In 14 karat yellow gold. By Whiteside & Blank. Comprised of a fox head mounted on gold trumpet that is with flush-set tiny round ruby...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Ruby, 14k Gold

Edwardian Old European Cut Diamond and Ruby Plaque Ring Rose Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian ring (circa 1900s to 1910s) crafted in rose gold. This rare find Edwardian era shield ring features millgrain set and an openwork ruby and diamond s...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

Edwardian 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring, C.1910s
Located in London, GB
A superb Burmese ruby sits between two 0.50 carat old cut diamonds. The 1.00 carat natural ruby is a beautiful vivacious red colour and has been set into a yellow gold collet, really...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Pearl Pendant / Brooch with Link Chain 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautifully detailed pendant necklace with a colorful gemstone and enamel design. A single diamond sits at the center of a flower shaped embellished pendant. The pendant hangs elegan...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Outstanding Boxed Natural Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring C.1910
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Outstanding Boxed Natural Unheated Ruby and Diamond Ring C.1910 Ruby stone 7.5 x 6.9 x 5.4mm truly exquisite centre natural unheated ...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby

Edwardian Pearl Ruby and Diamond 18ct White Gold Quatrefoil Cluster Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb Edwardian period cluster ring. Solid 18 carat white gold shank with yellow gold head and platinum setting. Designed with a pearl to centre, 3.7mm diameter. Surrounding are t...
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20th Century Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold

Edwardian Style 7.12ct Ruby with Diamond Chandelier Earrings 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning Edwardian inspired bezel set chandelier earrings. 6 pear shape rubies heat, 7.12 carats. Complimented by round brilliant diamonds, 3.06 carats. Approximately G/H color grade...
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21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1910 Edwardian Austrian 14 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a stunning Edwardian Austrian pendant from 1910 in 14k yellow gold featuring a stunning red ruby center and a gorgeous old mine cut diamond accent! The pendant has a delicate...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The detailed bangle holds two diamond points and a ruby all set in decorative settings. The ruby measures 10pts. The detail on this bangle is stunning and so intricate. Modelled in ...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Eostre Ruby Cabochon, Black Onyx, Diamond and South Sea Pearl White Gold Earring
Located in Melbourne, AU
Australian white south sea pearl 12.4mm. Ruby cabochon are traditional heated 6.78CT, Brilliant cut natural diamond in E/F colour, VS clarity total weight 1.348CT. This earring is ...
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2010s Australian Edwardian Ruby Jewelry

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South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 18kt / Platinum Diamond, Calibrated Ruby + Natural Pearl Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous pendant necklace from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold and topped in platinum, this unique pendant has an elegant design of glittering Single Cut d...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal

Edwardian Burmese ruby and diamond cross over ring, circa 1910.
Located in London, GB
Edwardian Burmese ruby and diamond cross over ring. Set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 0.70 c...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Ruby Diamond Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Gold Heart Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Charm is designed as a scrolling heart motif with platinum bead detailing. Centering a cushion shaped buff top ruby weighing approximately 0.20 carat - purple/red in color. Surrounde...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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

Antique Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Hair Barrett
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1900 14k Yellow Gold Hair Barrett, measuring 3 inches in length and 3/4 inch wide, having a Hand Hammered finish, set with Rose cut Diamonds an...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Ruby Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage and Antique Ruby Jewelry for Sale on 1stDibs

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.

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