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Period: 1990s
Gemstone: Ruby
Sea Horse Shaped Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous piece of jewelry, sea horse shaped brooch is certain to draw admiration. The centerpiece eye is an exquisitely faceted red ruby set in 18k white gold which is surrounded w...
Category
1990s Indian Modern Ruby Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peacock Shaped Fancy Colored Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Peacock shaped Fancy colored Brooch, a stunning piece of jewelry that captures the beauty and grace of a peacock in a unique and stylish ...
Category
1990s Indian Art Deco Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Diamond, Tsavorite, B...
18K Pave Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Domed Wide Band Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautiful slightly domed wide pave diamond band done in 18K white gold set with approximately 3.90ctw in G-J color Vs2-Si1 clarity round diamonds as well as natural rubies, sapphir...
Category
1990s Contemporary Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Michael Zobel Cabochon Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald and Gold Ring, c. 1996
Located in New York, NY
This handmade ring features precious cabochon cut rubies, sapphires, and emeralds set in 18-karat gold. The total carat weight of the precious gems is 18.91 carats. The ring comes with an original certificate from Michael Zobel...
Category
1990s German Modernist Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 0.76ct Ruby and 0.32ct Diamond Platinum Cluster Ring, circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.76 carat ruby and 0.32 carat diamond, platinum cluster ring; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive vin...
Category
1990s Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1.53 Carat Ruby and 1.03 Carat Diamond Platinum Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.53 carat ruby and 1.03 carat diamond, platinum dress ring; part of our vintage jewellery and estate jewelry collections
This stunning, fine and impressive vintage ruby engagement ring has been crafted in platinum.
The pierced decorated frame is ornamented with a central feature two-claw set 1.53ct marquise cut ruby.
The feature ruby is encircled by twelve impressive modern brilliant round cut diamonds, totalling 1.03cts.
The elevated and tapering ring shoulders integrate with the main setting and blend seamlessly with the plain ring shank.
The vintage dress ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shank with the platinum mark (Pt900).
This impressive marquise ruby and diamond ring is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone in this vintage marquise cut ruby engagement ring...
Category
1990s Unknown Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.20 Carat Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Eternity Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring round brilliant cut diamonds alternating with round cut rubies - channel set fully around. Diamonds weigh approximately 0.52 carat total - G/H color with VS clarity. Rubies...
Category
1990s Contemporary Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bee Brooch with Ruby, Diamond, Amethyst and South Sea Pearl
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully detailed 18 karat yellow gold bee brooch. The brooch is intricately set with square cut rubies and round brilliant diamonds. The wings are set with sugarloaf cabochon ame...
Category
1990s Retro Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Ruby Sapphire Diamond American Flag Brooch, 14k White Gold, Patriotic
Located in McLeansville, NC
This exquisite 14K white gold American Flag brooch is the perfect way to show your patriotism. Featuring 2.5ctw of natural rubies, sapphires, and diamonds, this intricate and articul...
Category
1990s Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Uneek Ruby Diamond Stackable Wedding Band, 14K White Gold, Ring
By Uneek
Located in McLeansville, NC
This elegant 0.35ctw Uneek ruby diamond stackable wedding band will make a perfect addition to your special day. Crafted in 14k white gold, this...
Category
1990s Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18KT Yellow Gold Panda Brooch with Ruby Eye
By MCM
Located in New York, NY
Adorable panda brooch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The panda is designed in a sandblasted finish and has a ruby eye.
Stamped 18K
Category
1990s American Retro Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold GIA Bezel Triangular Ruby Solitaire Pave Diamond Dome Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This incredible band ring is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a GIA certified natural ruby neatly bezel set at the center. The ruby has a lovely triangular cut and shows...
Category
1990s Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 18k Gold Vivid Red Ruby & Diamond Hippo Hippopotamus Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super adorable hippopotamus brooch is crafted in solid 18k white gold with black rhodium throughout. The entire hippo design is neatly pave set with super fine quality purplish ...
Category
1990s Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
One-of-a-kind Michael Zobel Modernist Gold Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1995, 18k, by Michael Zobel, Konstanz Germany. WOW! This striking necklace by renowned German Goldsmith, Michael Zobel features 68.04 carats of e...
Category
1990s German Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Datejust White Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex White Stick Dial 26mm Datejust Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Stainless Steel Watch 69160
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 36mm White Roman Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band 16014
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust Cream Pyramid Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex Datejust 69173 26mm Cream Pyramid Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Metallic Pink Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
This watch is in like new condition. It has been ...
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
One-of-a-kind Set of 7 Michael Zobel Modernist Gold Bracelets
By Zobel
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1995, by Michael Zobel Konstanz, Germany. WOW! This phenomenal stack of 7 bracelets by Michael Zobel are set with 15.0 carats of emeralds, 24.15 ca...
Category
1990s German Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Ladies Datejust White Mother of Pearl Dial with Ruby & Diamond Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Ladies Datejust 26mm White Mother Of Pearl Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel 69173
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies 26mm Datejust Two Tone Red Vignette Dial Diamond Accent Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust 69173 Two Tone Jubilee Red Vignette Color Dial Diamond Accent RT Bezel + Lugs + Rubies.
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, service...
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Pink MOP Mother Of Pearl Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Pink MOP Mother Of Pearl Dial Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm White MOP Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 36mm White Mother of Pearl Dial Diamond Numbers with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Jubilee Band 16014
This watch is in like new condi...
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Black Color Dial Bezel +Lugs + Rubies 69173
Rolex Datejust 26mm Custom Black RT Diamond Dial, Diamond/Ru...
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Glossy Pink Flower Dial 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Glossy Pink Flower Dial 8 + 2 Diamond Accent Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
This watch is in like new condi...
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Two Tone Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Rubies
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Rubies Two Tone Watch 16013
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Ladies Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White MOP Dial Diamond+ Rubies Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 26mm Custom White MOP Diamond Dial, Diamond/Ruby Bezel, and Diamond Lugs. Two Tone Watch with Jubilee Band 69173.
This watch is in like new condition. It has been pol...
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Estate 18K Diamond Emerald Ruby Italian Chevron Ring 4.88cttw Sz 6
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Italian made 18K chevron ring set with approximately 2.10cttw in G-H color Vs clarity rounds diamonds, 1.68cttw in natural rubies and 1.10cttw in natural...
Category
1990s Contemporary Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
Cartier George L'enfant Earrings 18Kt Gold 5.44 Cts of Burmese Rubies & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Classic Cocktail earrings designed by Cartier.
A beautiful pair of clips-on earrings, created in Paris France at the jewelry atelier of George L'Enfant for the iconic jewelry house ...
Category
1990s French Modern Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Datejust 68274 Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Silver Stick Dial with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Steel Ladies Wrist Watch 68274
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Silver Index Dial with Diamond Lugs + Ruby & Diamond Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Silver Index Dial with Diamond Lugs + Ruby & Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Watch 16014.
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex White Pearl Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex White Pearl 26mm Datejust SS Diamond & Ruby Bezel Ladies Watch 69160
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and ha...
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Pink MOP Mother Of Pearl Watch 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee Pink MOP Mother Of Pearl Diamond Dial Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
This watch is in like new condition. I...
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
14K Yellow Gold Two Row Ruby and Diamond Baguette Right Hand Ring
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold ring with two rows of alternating baguette cut diamonds and rubies.
- Finger size 7.5
- Rubies weigh 2.29 carats total weight.
- Diamonds weigh 2.30 carats total wei...
Category
1990s American Contemporary Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Women's Datejust White Stick Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust White Stick Dial Diamond & Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Custom Blue Vignette Diamond Dial Rubies on Bezel & Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust with custom Blue Vignette Diamond Dial+ Rubies on a Bezel+Diamond Lugs 68274
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visib...
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Jubilee with Rubies & Diamonds
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Champagne Index Dial Two Tone Jubilee Watch with Rubies & Diamonds 69173
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Black String Datejust Two Tone Side Diamonds + Rubies 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust 2 Tone Oyster Bracelet and Black Color String Diamond Accent Dial 68273
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Pearl White Roman Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Pearl White Roman 26mm Datejust Two Tone Diamonds + Ruby Bezel Watch 69173
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Lady-Datejust White Roman Numeral Dial Diamond Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dial Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust with Rubies & Diamond Bezel Automatic Watch 16014
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust with Rubies & Diamond Bezel Automatic Watch 16014 Silver Stick Dial
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Diamond + Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173 Cream Arabic Dial
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Diamond+Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch Cream Arabic Dial 69173
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 68274 Pink Stick Dial Oyster SS Watch Diamond & Ruby Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Pink Stick Dial Oyster SS Watch Diamond & Ruby Bezel 68274
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby & Diamond Bezel with Pink Two Row Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust Ruby & Diamond Bezel with Pink Two Row Diamond Dial Jubilee Bracelet 16014.
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visible...
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Blue Stick Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 68274
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Blue Stick Dial with Ruby & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch 68274
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex 31mm Datejust Custom Blue Flower Diamond Dial+ Rubies & Diamond on Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust with custom Blue Flower Diamond Dial+ Rubies on a Bezel+Diamond Lugs 68274
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polishe...
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Stick Cream Jubilee Dial Diamond + Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Women's Rolex 31mm Datejust Stick Cream Jubilee Dial Diamond + Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 69173
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Rolex 26mm Datejust Two Tone Jubilee White Roman Numeral Dia Bezel + Lugs + Rubies 69173
This watch is in like new condition. It has been polished, serviced and has no visibl...
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36mm Datejust Blue Diamond Face with Diamond & Ruby Bezel Jubilee Band 16014.
This watch is in like new condition. It has been poli...
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Blue Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 18K Gold and SS Silver Dial/Diamond Bezel with Rubies 68273
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Ladies 31mm Rolex Datejust 2Tone 18K Gold and SS Silver Dial/Diamond Bezel with Rubies/Lugs and Side Oyster Band 68273
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 68274 Salmon Roman Numeral Dial with Diamonds and Rubies Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust Salmon Roman Numeral Dial with Diamonds and Rubies Stainless Steel Watch 68274
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex 31mm Datejust with custom Pink String Diamond Dial+ Rubies on a Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 31mm Datejust with custom Pink String Diamond Dial+ Rubies on a Bezel+Diamond Lugs 68274
Category
1990s European Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Rolex Pearl White Roman 26mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond lugs Rubies Watch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Pearl White Roman 26mm Datejust Two Tone Diamond lugs Rubies Watch 69173
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust White Roman Dial with Diamond Lugs & Diamond/Ruby Bezel
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 36mm Datejust White Roman Dial with Diamond Lugs & Diamond/Ruby Bezel Two Tone Watch 16013
Category
1990s Swiss Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Cartier Round Red Ruby 18k Gold Multi Tone Hoop Earrings in Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Red Ruby 18k Multi Tone Gold Hoop Earrings.
Beautiful earrings featuring stunning vivid red round cut rubies, bezel set in multi tone gold band hoops (yellow, ...
Category
1990s Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Boucheron Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
By Boucheron
Located in London, GB
A vibrant and stylish Boucheron ruby and diamond set platinum ring comprising of a four claw set cabochon ruby, shouldered by a cambered panel of pave s...
Category
1990s Unknown Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Platinum
Estate 18k Gold 9.75ctw Alternating Ruby & Diamond Line Tennis Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
This breathtaking and solidly made line tennis bracelet is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features truly fine quality natural ruby and diamond stones that are individually chan...
Category
1990s Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Constellation 18kt Yellow Gold, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Denver, CO
These Estate Cartier lever-back earrings from the classic Constellation collection feature intertwined bands crafted in 18kt yellow gold and s...
Category
1990s French Contemporary Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 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.
Find a collection of ruby necklaces, ruby rings and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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