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Gemstone: Ruby
Style: Victorian
Style: Retro
Style: Empire
Style: Renaissance
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Victorian Diamond Ruby Gold Butterfly Brooch Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Amazing Victorian butterfly brooch created on the turn of 20th century in France. Made of 18k (tested) yellow and white gold and encrusted w...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old European Cut Diamond Flower Engagement Ring. This gorgeous engagement ring is crafted in...
Category
18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Late Victorian Diamond-set Pheasant Stick-pin
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian diamond-set pheasant stick-pin, the realistically carved pheasant with a cabochon ruby set eye and old-cut diamonds set through the body, estimated to weigh 0.3 cara...
Category
Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Circa 1881 Victorian Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire Ring in Platinum and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Description:
Metal type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Platinum Accents
Weight: 5.3 grams
Ring Size: 10 (resizable)
Features:
.45 carat Ruby
.60 carat Diamond
.45 carat Sapphire...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Old Mine Diamond Flush Set Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Natural Ruby Old Mine Diamond Flush Set Ring. This gorgeous ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The center holds an old mine cut diamond a...
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Retro Bow Brooch Pin 18k Gold Ruby Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely Retro bow brooch pin made of 18k gold with ruby and diamond.
The gemstones are assembled in beautiful florets, with ruby “petals” and diamond...
Category
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald White Diamond Ruby Double Head Snake Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Animal Jewelry Emerald Marquis White Diamond Ruby Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Bronze J Dauphin
Style: Cocktail Ring
Material: Polished Bronze
Designer: J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN "Eternal R...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Bronze
1960s Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Ruby Walrus Brooch in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: This whimsical brooch by Tiffany & Co. is masterfully crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. It features an accent diamond and rubies for eyes...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
Late Victorian Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian ruby and diamond ring, the central oval-cut ruby weighing 0.61cts with two old brilliant-cut diamonds to top and botto...
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Yellow Gold and Ruby and Diamond Horseshoe Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Ruby and Rose Cut Diamond Horseshoe Bangle;
The horseshoe is 1860s and was assembled as a bangle in the 1960s
...
Category
Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Aquamarine Emerald Ruby Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Emerald Ruby Snake Ring Cocktail Ring Bronze J Dauphin
1 marquis Aquamarine 2 pcs Emerald 2 pcs Ruby
J DAUPHIN "Eternal Renewal"
Hand made in Los Angeles
The serpent,...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Emerald, Aquamarine, Bronze
Late Victorian Fun Monkey Bar Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian fun monkey bar brooch, the bar set with rose-cut diamonds either end with a monkey sitting in the centre with rose-cut diamond set body and...
Category
Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Amber, Diamond, Ruby, Silver
Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond three stone ring, the cushion shape faceted ruby estimated to weigh 0.5 carats, flanked by two round brilliant-cut...
Category
1990s British Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1900s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1900s, this Victorian dress ring features a centre ruby weighing 0.35 carat. It is a natural stone with a strong red colour, with pi...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Early Victorian Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian ruby, emerald and diamond ring, to the centre two old brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 0.5 carats in total, set between an emerald estimated to weigh 0.3...
Category
1840s British Early Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond, Demantoid Garnet, Ruby and Pearl Bug Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This delicate little brooch dates back to the 1880s and is a fabulous piece of Victorian jewellery. The handcrafted fly is a collection of gemstones including a total of 0.55 carat'...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver
Vintage Retro 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Old Mine Diamond Snake Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Old Mine Diamond Snake Pin. This gorgeous Retro pin is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pin features a snake design that is wrapping a...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Brown Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold Twist Bracelet with Gold Locket
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold twist bracelet with gold locket, the bracelet designed as a twist with round rings set between each twist, suspending a gold heart...
Category
1860s British Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond and Ruby Cockatiel Vintage Pin/Pendant
Located in Aspen, CO
Platinum and 18K yellow gold charming cockatiel vintage pin and pendant. He has 37 diamonds estimated to be H in color, near colorless and very slightly included. These diamonds ar...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
No-Heat 1.49 Ct Pink Ruby & Diamond Fancy Cocktail Ring in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Prepare to be captivated by the sheer elegance of this exquisite Statement Ring, guaranteed to steal your heart at first glance!
At the heart of this ring lies a magnificent 1.49 Ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Retro 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Eternity Band
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Eternity Band. This beautiful band is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The band has diamonds and natural rubies alternating around...
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
TVJ 1.00 Carat Trillion Cut Ruby Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful ruby pendant necklace. The pendant features a bezel set trillion cut ruby which has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold, suspended on a 14 inch chain.
This collecti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.00ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster bangle, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
The beautiful Victorian bangle features a vibrant 1.00 carat ruby at its centre surrounded by a cluster of old cut diamonds. The ruby is an old cut stone and is completely natural an...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold
Victorian 3.50ct Synthetic Ruby and Diamond Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This Victorian brooch displays a captivating circular design, featuring a single original antique synthetic ruby at its centre. The claw set synthetic ruby weighs 3.50 carat and is c...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.33 CTW Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Five Stone Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering five graduated round cut rubies bead set east to west
Weighing approximately 0.75 carat total - transparent purplish red
Accented by a halo surround of old European cut dia...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Bangle, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This uniquely designed bangle dates to the Victorian period. Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold the the piece features a central 5.3mm pearl surrounded by a halo four rubies, each weigh...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Double Heart Ring
Located in London, GB
A Victorian ruby, sapphire and diamond double heart ring, set with a round-shaped ruby weighing approximately 0.30 carats and a round-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 0.20 cara...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire
Victorian 0.25ct Diamond and Ruby Bird Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This charming brooch from the 1880s has been crafted in the likeness of a swooping bird atop a pin brooch. A total of 0.25 carat of old cut diamonds adorn both the birds body and the...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Impressive Mid-Century Ruby Diamond and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
This stunning Mid-Century ring, crafted around 1945, showcases a beautiful arrangement of rubies and diamonds meticulously set in lustrous 14-karat yellow gold. The ring is adorned w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French 18K Gold Silver Diamond Ruby Pearl Cat Brooch C1890
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique late 19th C French Novelty animal brooch in silver and gold with 2 kittens playing with a pearl ball. The kittens' tiny bodies are embellished with antique rose-cut diamonds and their eyes with tiny cabochon rubies. Novelty animal brooches were popular in the latter half of the 19th C , many of them are small but have required enormous skill in production and their uniqueness and craftsmanship make them highly desirable. This charming little piece of jewellery art is in a great wearable condition, a nice find for cat jewellery...
Category
Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Pearl Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18K yellow gold diamond ruby pearl bangle set with 24 old mine cut diamonds approximate 1.44 carats, 31 rubies approximate 1.20 carats, 42 seed pearls, center pearl approxi...
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Earrings Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold /5.3 gr
Located in SE
A pair of vintage bow-shaped earrings in 18K Yellow Gold decorated with
Rubies and Diamonds.
Swedish crowns, 18K hallmarks on both stoppers.
Each earring is 22 mm long x 12 mm wide...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold
Clown Brooch by Albion Craft, Ruby Sapphire in Bimetal 18 K Gold, Retro
Located in London, GB
Clown brooch by bespoke British designer Albion Craft Company set in ruby and sapphire in bimetal 18 carat yellow and white gold. British hallmarked London 1968, sponsor mark "AC.CO".
Category
1960s British Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral Color Ruby, Emerald , Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring, originating from the early 20th century, is a beautiful amalgamation of precious gemstones, featuring a total diamond weight of 1.08 carats and an additional 0.85 carats o...
Category
20th Century Indian Retro Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Pearl Garnet Gold Snake Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique garnet and pearl set snake necklace. Set with three oval old cut garnets in closed back claw settings with a combined weight of 4.00 carats, flanked by two round cabochon gar...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold
Victorian 0.50ct Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous green emerald is set in the centre of this unique Victorian ring. The vibrant emerald is emerald cut, and is 0.50 carat. A 0.20 carat ruby is set on each end of the ring, ...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late Victorian Multi-Gem Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian multi-gem butterfly brooch, the wings and body encrusted with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds, highlighted with demantoid garnets, and rubies, with cabochon-cut sapphire eyes, set in silver to a yellow gold mount and brooch fitting, circa 1890, measures approximately 3x1.3cm, gross weight 3.1 grams.
This antique brooch is in very good condition for its age. Unmarked, tested as 18ct gold and silver, with later 18ct gold clasp.
This colourful and delicate Victorian butterfly brooch...
Category
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century Fly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century fly brooch, the bee set with a dementoid garnet, a ruby eye, diamond wings and a pearl body, set in silver and gold, with a further pear...
Category
19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Amazonite, Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 3.62 CTW Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of alternating old mine cut diamonds and cushion cut rubies
Old mine cut diamonds weigh approximately 2.12 carats total
O/P color with VS2 to SI1 clarity - set with talon ...
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Stick/Tie Pin, Fox Head with Ruby Eyes set in 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Sweet, edgy, and boho pin, creative and fun to wear, charming with this 9 carat yellow gold pin in fox head design. The fox head itself has incredible details, from its whiskers to i...
Category
1950s British Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Luxurious Platinum Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Luxurious Platinum Ruby and Diamond Ring
Indulge in luxury with this exquisite platinum ring featuring a captivating center oval-shaped ruby weighing 4.01 total carats, elegantly en...
Category
1990s Retro Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Pair of 18K Yellow Gold Snake Buttons - France - Late 19th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Exceptional pair of antique 18K yellow gold snake buttons - featuring coiled snakes to each button front (signifying eternal love and commitment) with a single ruby to each snake hea...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.75ct Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This sweet ring dates back to the 1880s and features five old cut natural rubies, totalling to 0.75 carat. The rubies surround a single old cut diamond which sits to centre, weighing...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Victorian Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Heart Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian ruby, diamond and pearl heart brooch, the natural saltwater pearl measuring 10.1 x 8.5 x 7.1mm set to the centre, surrounded by a row of...
Category
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Cuff Bangle Bracelet Ruby Blue Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7 pieces rubies bangle bracelet are set in eightpointed stars, this 18 K gold plated brass stud cuff bracelet is enamelled in a dark blue glitter.
Designer: J Dauphin
Rubies have s...
Category
2010s Indian Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Victorian Heart Shaped Ring with Diamond, Sapphires and Rubies, circa 1902
Located in London, GB
Hallmarked in 1902, thia Victorian ring features a diamond, sapphire and ruby all set to centre. The sapphire and ruby each weigh 0.10 carat, whilst the centre diamond weighs 0.03 carat. In the heart shape halo...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1950s 1.00 Carat, Total Weight Ruby & 14K White Gold Wedding Band
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Ring Size: Approximately 6.20
Metal Type: 14 Karat White Gold
Weight: 1.8 grams
Color Stone Details:
Type: Synthetic Ruby
Shape: Princess Cut
Carat Weight: 1.00 cara...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 1.40ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Ring, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful cabochon cut ruby features at the centre of this Victorian ring. The ruby weighs 1.40 carat and is surrounded by a halo of old cut diamonds. They weigh a total of 0.55 ca...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Austrian Charm Bracelet solid 14K/18K Gold 20 Charms / 19cm /23.5gr
Located in SE
Austrian chain featuring a set of 20 mostly solid 14k Yellow Gold charms/pendants and several in solid 18K Gold. Five pendants of Enameled Gold. Seven in solid Gold . Eight pendants ...
Category
1960s Austrian Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, Spinel, Turquoise, Enam...
Victorian 1.25 Carat Ruby and Diamond Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Five rubies are surrounded by rose cut diamonds in this Victorian brooch. The rubies are old cut, and are a slightly purplish red. Each ruby is 0.25 carat. Two diamond studded swirls...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver
1890s Victorian Diamond Gold and Synthetic Ruby Necklace
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details:
Metal Type: 20 Karat Yellow Gold
Weight: 14.2 grams
Diamond Details:
Carat Weight: 1.00 Carat, total weight
Color: J
Clarity: SI
Color Stone Details:
Type...
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Snake Bangle Bracelet Emerald Sapphire Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Bangle Bracelet Emerald Sapphire Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN Bangle Arm Cuff with 3 snakes having eyes set with Emeralds ( 2 ), Blue Sapphire ( 2 ) and Ruby (2 )
...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Cultured Pearl Cameo Stick Pin
Located in New York, NY
Embrace timeless elegance with our Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Cultured Pearl Cameo Stick Pin. This exquisite piece showcases a beautifully carved...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Skull Ring Sterling Silver Memento Mori Emerald Ruby Crest Signet Ring J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Ruby Crest Signet Ring Skull Sterling Silver Memento Mori J Dauphin
J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" with 6 Emeralds
Hand made in Los Angeles
Inspired by Mement...
Category
2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Round Gold Brooch with Gem-Set Twin Heart Motif
Located in London, GB
A Victorian round gold brooch with twin heart motif, one set to the centre with a cabochon-cut emerald , the other with a cabochon-cut ruby, both wit...
Category
1860s British Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Fine Antique Large Yellod Gold Diamond and Ruby Navette Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1900 14k Yellow Gold Navette Ring, measuring 1 1/4 inches in length and 3/8 inch wide, set with Nice Clean White Old Mine cut Diamonds totaling approximately 1.75 Carats and Ve...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Burmese ruby and diamond flank solitaire ring, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Burmese ruby and diamond flank solitaire ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back half rubover setting with an approximate weight of 1...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Fred, Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring, French, circa 1960
By Fred
Located in London, GB
Fred, ruby and diamond cluster ring. Set with twenty three round old cut natural unenhanced rubies in open back grain settings with an approxim...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Ruby Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k 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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