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Gemstone: Ruby
1930s Mounting Set with Marquise Diamond Gia D, VVS2 Round Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco, satin and bright finish platinum mounting, set in center with one marquise diamond weighing 1.50 carat, D color, VVS2, GIA certified, bezel set with milgrain edge, and 42 r...
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Ruby, Diamond, and Emerald Italian Flag Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A chic Italian flag brooch encrusted in rubies, emeralds, and diamonds. Made in Italy.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Mounting Set With Marquise Diamond D, VVS2, Round Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Chicago, IL
Art Deco, satin and bright finish platinum mounting, set in center with one marquise diamond weighing 1.50 carat, D color, VVS2, GIA certified, bezel set with milgrain edge, and 42 r...
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Crest Signet Ring Emerald Ruby Skull Sterling Silver Memento Mori J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Emerald Ruby Skull Sterling Silver Memento Mori Style J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" with 6 Emeralds Hand made in Los Angeles Inspired by M...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Cocktail Ring Coin Woman Ruby Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Coin Ring Woman Holding a Mask, Ruby Cocktail Ring J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Old Flame" ring with Woman and Ruby Pierced Symbolize the female power ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Bronze

Crest Signet Skull Ring Gold Memento Mori Style Emerald Ruby J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Skull Ring 14k Yellow Gold Memento Mori Style Emerald Ruby J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles Made to order in Us size 4-12 Inspired by Me...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold a Three Link Gemstone Bracelet, circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
A Three Link Bracelet in Ruby, Emerald, and Lapis, with Sapphires as Pave Clasp all set in 18K Yellow Gold. Circa 1950's. About 1.25 inches wide. 8 inches ...
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

20.84 Carat Coloured Sapphire, Ruby, Tsavorite, Amethyst Chevron Cuff in 18K
Located in Bangkok, TH
Big city nightlife beckons with this 18k black gold, black diamond and coloured gemstone wrist cuff. It is a true statement piece. Expertly crafted to house 20.84 carats of pave'd co...
Category

2010s Thai Modern Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Black Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Tiger’s Eye Rubies Double Round Cufflinks
Located in Milano, IT
This striking pair of cufflinks is made entirely in tiger’s eye stone and comprises identically shaped front face and toggle, carved as circles whose warm, dark color is accented wit...
Category

2010s Italian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

78.50 Carat Natural Ruby Cabochons and White Diamond Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
78.50 Carat Natural Ruby Cabochons and White Diamond Gold Chandelier Earrings: A beautiful chandelier earring, it comprises of natural ruby cabochons weighing 78.50 carat, accented ...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Ruby Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Set in 18 karat white gold is a 1.00 carat oval Ruby plus pave diamonds for a total diamond weight of 1.00 carats. Color is F, Clarity is VS. Ring size is 7.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pink Tourmaline Ruby Pink Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Suite
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pink Tourmaline Ruby Pink Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Suite Absolutely spactacular Pink oval Cabochon shape Tourmalines in our Suite from "New Age" Collection. It surrounded by 18 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Enchanting, 18 Karat Floral Gold Brooch with Movable Petals, Rubies and Enamel
Located in Berlin, DE
Enchanting, 18 Karat floral gold brooch with movable petals, rubies and enamel. Extremely high quality goldsmith work. Probably a single piece. T...
Category

20th Century Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cocktail Ring Coin Woman Ruby Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Coin Ring Woman Holding a Mask, Ruby Cocktail Ring J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Old Flame" ring with Woman and Ruby Pierced Symbolize the female power ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Bronze

Oval Ruby and Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A saturated 1.08Ct ruby in a diamond (0.26Ct) 14K white gold pendant
Category

2010s Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

AIG Certified 9.90 Carats Burma Rubies Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in Massafra, IT
An elegant and chic style for this adorable earrings in 18k gold with two pieces of natural Burma rubies, in perfect oval cabochon cut, of 9,90 carats,fine quality , and 64 pieces of...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1970s Diamonds and Rubies Ring
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with round cut diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.60 carats, and square cut rubies weighing approximately a total of 1.00 carat. Circa 197...
Category

1970s American Vintage Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

0.15 Carat Round Ruby Halfway Ring 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone details: Approximately 0.15ctw of round cut rubies Ring Size: 6.5  Total Weight: 2.1g (1.4 dwt) Measurements: 1" x 0.10" x 1" Additional Details: T...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant and Classy 18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A very beautiful and elegant pair of wearable ruby and diamond cluster earrings. Set with 14 Rubies weighing 4.39 ct and 200 brilliant cut diamonds weighing 2.23 ct, G, vs. Omega cli...
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Diamond and Ruby Earrings Set in 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A circle of Round Brilliant cut diamonds, with a total weight of 3.00 carats, enhanced with 12 square cut Rubies, weighing 0.50 carats, set in 18 karat white and yellow gold. Diamon...
Category

2010s Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Rachel Koen 0.55Cts Red Ruby & 0.18Cts Diamond Ring 10K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful ladies ring features a medium red oval brilliant cut ruby weighing 0.55 carats as center stone surrounded with 12 round and baguette cut diamonds weighing 0.18 carat. ...
Category

2010s American Modern Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

1970s Ruby Ring with Baguette Cut Diamonds Ring
Located in New York, NY
The ring is finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with center ruby weighing approximately total of 0.80 carat and diamonds weighing approximately total of 0.50 carat. Circa 1970.
Category

1970s American Vintage Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring by Neil Lane
Located in Sarasota, FL
White Gold ring by Neil Lane containing one 1.10 carat fine ruby and approxiamately 1.20 carats of princess cut and round brilliant diamonds.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Memento Mori Style Crest Signet Skull Ring Emerald Ruby Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Skull Ring Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Style Silver J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" with 3 Emeralds and 3 Rubies Hand made in Los Angeles Made to or...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver

Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Emerald Ruby Skull J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Sterling Silver Emerald Ruby Skull J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" with 6 Emeralds Hand made in Los Angeles Inspired by Memento Mori, medie...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ruby Diamond Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sexy gold necklace featuring 7 large marquise shape rubies weight about 2 carats each. There are over 5 carats of VS quality diamonds set in 18K white gold which accent the vivid r...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy EGL Certified .81 Diamond Ruby Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond and ruby engagement ring. EGL certified European cut center diamond with a halo of calibre cut rubies in a platinum setting with diamonds on each side of the shank. Filigree ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

0.70 Carat Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone Details: Approximately 0.70ctw marquise shapes ruby gemstones Diamond Details: Approximately 0.80 baguette diamonds. Diamonds are J/K in color and ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Memento Mori Style Crest Signet Skull Ring Emerald Ruby Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Skull Ring Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Style Silver J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" with 3 Emeralds and 3 Rubies Hand made in Los Angeles Made to or...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sterling Silver, Silver

2.07Cttw Ruby & 3.10Cttw Diamond Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous cocktail ring is crafted in 18k white gold. The center prong set round shape ruby weighing 2.07 carats is illuminated by a sparkling halo of round cut and baguette cut ...
Category

2010s American Modern Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Set in 18 karat white gold is a Pear Shaped Ruby weighing 3.88 carats, along with 21 marquise shaped diamonds weighing 1.86 carats. Ring size is 6.50. Gold weight is 6 grams.
Category

2010s Italian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany and Co Large Brooch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany and Company Pine Cone Motif Large Brooch 2.5 Inches Diameter the center element consist of A Diamonds and Rubies Starburst 18 k Yellow 23 g Weight.
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crest Signet Skull Ring 14 Karat Gold Memento Mori Style Emerald Ruby J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Skull Ring 14k Yellow Gold Memento Mori Style Emerald Ruby J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles Made to order in Us size 4-12 Inspired by Me...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 5.69 Carats Total Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Halo Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pleasing pair of gemstone earrings features two color rich GIA Certified oval cut heated rubies weighing 5.69 carats total, surrounded by a single row of brilliant round diamonds i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crest Signet Skull Ring Gold Memento Mori Style Emerald Ruby J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Skull Ring 14k Yellow Gold Memento Mori Style Emerald Ruby J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles Made to order in Us size 4-12 Inspired by Memento Mori, medieval Latin C...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

AGL Certified Natural No Heat Yellow Sapphire Ring, Oscar Heyman, 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Outstanding 1960’s Natural no heat yellow sapphire ring from Oscar Heyman. The approximately 33 carat yellow sapphire is surrounded by 2.5...
Category

1960s American Vintage Ruby Jewelry

Materials

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

18 White Gold Flower Ruby Invisible Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely ruby stud earrings that you can use as everyday. We use the top quality Ruby for our invisible setting. It is deep red and very sparking. The invisible is a highly technique...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Skull Ring Sterling Silver Memento Mori Emerald Ruby Crest Signet Ring 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

Memento Mori Style Crest Signet Skull Ring Emerald Ruby Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Skull Ring Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Style Silver J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" with 3 Emeralds and 3 Rubies Hand made in Los Angeles Made to or...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver

Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Bronze Victorian Style J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Bronze Victorian Style J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" Hand made in Los Angeles Inspired by Memento Mori, medieval Latin Christian ...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Bronze

Cocktail Ring Medal Coin Silver Woman White Diamond Ruby Woman J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cocktail Ring Medal Coin Silver Woman White Diamond Ruby Blue SapphireJ Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Old Flame" ring with Woman and Blue sapphire as breast Symbolize the female power...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Woman Coin Ring Ruby Cocktail Ring Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Coin Ring Woman Holding a Mask, Ruby Cocktail Ring J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Old Flame" ring with Woman and Ruby Pierced Symbolize the female power Hand Made in Los Angeles M...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Bronze

White Diamond Ruby Sapphire Medal Ring Coin Ring Woman Art Nouveau Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs White Diamond 1 Pc Ruby 5 pcs Blue Sapphire Medal Ring Coin Ring with a Woman looking at a mask - Art Nouveau Style J DAUPHIN "Old Flame" ring with Woman and Blue sapphire as...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Coin Medal Ring Sterling Silver Woman White Diamond Ruby Pink Sapphire J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cocktail Statement Coin Ring Woman 3 White Diamond 1 Ruby 5 Pink Sapphire J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Old Flame" ring with Woman and pink sapphire as breast "Future is female" Symbolize the female power...
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2010s American Art Nouveau Ruby Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Bronze Victorian Style J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Bronze Victorian Style J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" Hand made in Los Angeles Inspired by Memento Mori, medieval Latin Christian ...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Bronze

Crest Signet Ring Emerald Ruby Skull Sterling Silver Memento Mori J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Emerald Ruby Skull Sterling Silver Memento Mori Style J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" with 6 Emeralds Hand made in Los Angeles Inspired by M...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ruby Diamond Pave Square Dome 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Three carats of cheerful and bright fuchsia round faceted full cut rubies accented with an artful brush stroke of diamond pave decorate the square shaped head of this fourteen karat ...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Ruby Skull Victorian Style Cocktail Ring J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" Made in Polished Bronze Can also be made in vermeil Gold Hand made in...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Bronze

Crest Signet Memento Mori Style Skull Ring Bronze Ruby J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Memento Mori Style Skull Ring Bronze Ruby J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" Hand made in Los Angeles This piece is made to order and will take 3-4 w...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Bronze

4.285ct Natural Ruby Octagonal Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Sheridan, WY
Elevate your jewelry designs with the captivating allure of our 4.285 100% Natural Ruby Octagonal Cut Loose Gemstone. This exquisite gem, with its mesmerizin...
Category

2010s African Artisan Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby

Crest Signet Skull Ring Emerald Ruby Sterling Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Skull Ring Sterling Silver Emerald Memento Mori Style 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

Ruby Crest Signet Ring Memento Mori Style Gold Vermeil Skull Victorian Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Eyes Crest Signet Ring Memento Mori Style Gold Vermeil Skull Victorian Style J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret D...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil

Cellini Jewelers 18 Karat White Gold, 8.85 Carat Ruby and Diamond Cherry Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Made exclusively for Cellini Jewelers NYC .This lovely 18 karat white gold cherry brooch is meticulously set with round Rubies for the fruit & round Diamonds for the stem. The cherry...
Category

Early 2000s German Modern Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cocktail Ring Medal Coin Silver Woman White Diamond Ruby J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cocktail Ring Medal Coin Silver Woman White Diamond Ruby Blue SapphireJ Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Old Flame" ring with Woman and Blue sapphire as breast Symbolize the female power...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Crest Signet Ring Gold Vermeil Ruby Skull Victorian Style J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Ring Gold Vermeil Ruby Skull Victorian Style J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" Made in 10K Gold Vermeil Hand made in Los Angeles Inspired by Mement...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil

Peter Suchy GIA 1.51 Carat Oval Natural Ruby Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Three stone platinum engagement ring. GIA certified 1.51cts Oval natural no heat ruby center stone in a handmade platinum basket setting with two half moon accent diamonds. Created i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Memento Mori Style Crest Signet Skull Ring Emerald Ruby Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crest Signet Skull Ring Emerald Ruby Memento Mori Style Silver J Dauphin J DAUPHIN signature piece " Secret Doors" with 3 Emeralds and 3 Rubies Hand made in Los Angeles Made to or...
Category

2010s American Victorian Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Silver

Art Deco Style 34.5 Karat Red Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Links Beaded Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Art Deco Style 34,5 karats Red Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Links Beaded Sautoir Necklace. This necklace is adjustable in length up to 100 cm and it c...
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Ruby Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 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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