$280,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS 5.02 Carat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly collectible jewel, this ring centers on a magnificent 5.02 carat natural ruby, certified by GRS (GemResearch Swisslab) as Vivid Red with no indication of th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
$320,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5 Ct. Mozambique Ruby VIVID Red Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent emerald and diamond pendant necklace, by Cecile Blake, features a detachable pendant set with a cushion-shaped vivid red ruby weighing 5 carats. The ruby is surround...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 2.67ctw Oval Mozambique Vivid Red Ruby w/ Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Rubies- Oval Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - Mozambique - 1.01ctw (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (28) Natural G...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$176,000Sale Price|20% Off
3.18 Carat No Heat Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring, Vivid Red “Pigeon Blood”
Located in Chicago, IL
Dunaigre Switzerland, displaying a richly saturated vivid red color, a color grade that falls within the coveted “pigeon blood” range in the trade.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Rare No Heat Natural Mozambique Oval Vivid Red Ruby 3.00CT GRS Pigeon Blood
Located in New York, NY
Retail Price - $50,000 Item Stock Number - RR874633232666 Certificate Number - GRS2023-035915 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 3.00ct Measurements - 9.47 x 7.27 x 4.94 Color - Vivid Red, ...
Ruby
AIGS Certified 5.06 Carat Mozambique No Heat Vivid Purplish Red Oval Cut Ruby
Located in Kowloon, Hong Kong
Discover the unparalleled beauty of this 5.06-carat vivid purplish red ruby, a rare gemstone originating from the legendary mines of Mozambique.
Ruby
1.28 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Emerald Cut with Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
This ring from our Luxuria collection boasts of 1.28 carat of fancy light yellow emerald cut along with 2.02 carat of vivid red Mozambique rubies. The setting is very intricate which...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.03 Carat No Heat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A 2.03 carat No Heat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Pendant in Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$304,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4.66 Carat No Heat Mozambique Vivid Red Heart Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
The center stone is a natural ruby of Mozambique origin, weighing 4.66 carats, the ruby is vivid red in color and shows no indication of thermal treatment.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$15,190Sale Price|30% Off
GRS Certified 2.53 Carat Mozambique Ruby Diamond Ring in 18K Gold Vivid Red
Located in Hong Kong, HK
At the heart of this ring lies a captivating 2.53 carat Mozambique ruby, radiating a vivid red hue that commands attention.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare No Heat Natural Mozambique Vivid Red Ruby 1.21CT GW Lab Pigeon Blood Oval
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $9,900 Item Stock Number - RU547268659 Certificate Number - GW LAB 231107401019 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 1.21ct Measurements - 7.10 x 5.39 x 3....
Ruby
Rare No Heat Natural Mozambique Vivid Red Ruby 0.92ct GW Lab Pigeon Blood Oval
Located in New York, NY
DIAMOND INFORMATION Retail Price - $7,900 Item Stock Number - RU547268660 Certificate Number - GW LAB 231107551025 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.92ct Measurements - 5.98 x 5.03 x 3....
Ruby
Rare No Heat Natural Mozambique Vivid Red Ruby 0.87ct GW Lab Pigeon Blood Oval
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE INFORMATION Retail Price - $5,900 Item Stock Number - RU316537248576 Certificate Number - GWLAB 231107441023 Shape - Oval Carat Weight - 0.87ct Measurements - 6.33 x 5.00 x...
Ruby
CERTIFIED RUBY No Heat Oval Shape Intense Vivid Red Ruby 1.026 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
Certified oval shaped No-Heat red ruby. This is a very rare and exceptional natural ruby of 1.026 carats, with remarkable quality, fashioned in an elegant oval shape with beautifull...
Ruby
GRS Certified 5.94 Carat No Heat Vivid Orangy-Red Loose Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
- GRS Report Number: GRS2017-128961 - Date 21 December 2017 - Object Description: One faceted gemstone - Identification: Natural Ruby - Weight: 5.94 ct - Dimensions: 12.74 x 10.36...
Ruby
$16,625Sale Price|30% Off
Lotus Certified 3.09Ct Medium Vivid Red Unheated Natural Ruby Oval Cut Loose Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
. 💎 GEMSTONE TYPE: Ruby ⚖️ WEIGHT: 3.09 Carat 🪚 SHAPE & CUT: Brilliant Step Oval Cut 📏 SIZE (MM): 9.45 x 7.08 x 6.02 🌈 COLOR: Medium Vivid Red 🔎 CLARITY: Slightly Included...
Ruby
3.04 Carat Unheated Vivid Red Ruby Loose Gemstone, GRS Certified By Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Offered loose by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, this natural 3.04 carat vivid red ruby is an exceptional collector gemstone with a powerful, saturated red presence. The ruby is unhea...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4 Carat Vivid Red NO HEAT Ruby Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
4.00-Carat Vivid Red NO HEAT Ruby Unheated – Mozambique – GIA Certified Experience the pinnacle of rarity and beauty with this extraordinary 4-carat natural ruby, exhibiting the cov...
Diamond, Ruby
$132,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 4.00 Carat Vivid Red “Pigeon’s Blood” Ruby & Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified 4.00 Carat Vivid to Deep Red “Pigeon’s Blood” Ruby & Diamond Ring A truly exceptional piece for the discerning collector, this ring showcases a GRS-certified 4.00 cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Ruby Earrings Cluster Diamond 18k Gold Mozambique Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly gorgeous and refined modern creation, these diamond earrings feature two vivid red Mozambique rubies. Each gemstone is certified as natural Mozambique ruby with no indication...
White Diamond, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gorgeous Platinum Ring with Vivid Red 5.53 Ct Ruby & 1.5 Ct Heart Shape Diamond
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous Platinum Ring With Vivid Red 5.53 Ct Ruby and 1.5 Ct Heart shaped Diamond Ruby: Vivid Red, Cushion Shape Mozambique Ruby 5.53 Ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Anglo-Indian 7.46ct Mozambique Ruby Cabochon & Diamond Ring, 18k Gold
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Vivid Red 7.46 carat of Mozambique Ruby Cabochon with 0.73 carats of white diamond are set in this unique ring.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$96,000Sale Price|20% Off
Mozambique NO HEAT “Pigeon Blood” Ruby & Diamond Drop Earrings With C. Dunaigre
Located in Chicago, IL
A masterpiece of color and craftsmanship, these exceptional drop earrings showcase a perfectly matched pair of vivid red Mozambique rubies, each certified by C.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
J. Birnbach Half Moon & Emerald Cut Mozambique Ruby Two-Tone Drop Earrings
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
A shimmering pavé-set framework provides a brilliant diamond-accented foundation, creating a luminous contrast against the richly saturated rubies. At the heart of each earring is a...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural 6X4 MM Mozambique Ruby Octagon Tennis Line Bracelet
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
With its timeless design and irreplaceable collection of high-quality rubies, this bracelet exudes elegance and class. The vivid red color of the Mozambique rubies, coupled with thei...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6 Carat Antique Ruby Carving with 1.55 Carat Vivid Green Emerald
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Intricately carved , two pieces of vivid red Mozambique ruby is set along 1.55 carat of Zambian vivid green emerald.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.04 carat Untreated Mozambican Red Ruby Stacking Ring
By SONYA K.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This ring features a 1.04 ct. vivid red ruby from Mozambique—nearly loupe clean and unheated, a rarity in today’s market.
Ruby, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry 19.00 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby Bangle
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
Featuring 19.02 carats of gorgeous vivid red pigeons blood Mozambique rubies with excellent clarity, and excellent cutting.
Ruby, 18k Gold
$216,000Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable statement of rarity and color, this exquisite three-stone ring features a 5 carat vivid red ruby of Mozambique origin, certified by GRS.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2.02 Carats Unheated Ruby Ring, GRS Vivid Red and Pigeon Blood from Mozambique
Located in Hong Kong, HK
2.02 Carats With strong fluorescence GRS vivid red (first page pigeon blood) Unheated ruby ring Origin: Mozambique Oval shape Almost eye clean Very good color, bright and vivid
Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified Natural Unheated Vivid Red Ruby White Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
This stunning solitaire ring hosts a main natural untreated 4.78 Carat vivid red ruby between two natural white diamonds making up a total carat weight of 5.73 Carats. It is GRS Cert...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
H 0.27 in W 0.47 in D 0.27 in Dm 0.47 in L 0.34 in
GRS Prestigious Platinum Awarded 7.05 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby
Located in Chatuchak, TH
This is a GRS Prestigious Platinum Awarded 7.02 ct Natural Ruby from Mozambique, recognized with the highest distinction for its exceptional quality and vivid Pigeon Blood Red color.
Ruby
Oval Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring in 18 karat white gold set with an oval 7x5 mm vivid red Mozambique Ruby ( 1.18 carat) and round brilliant-cut Diamonds (0.22 carats).
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Ruby & Diamond Ring Set in 18K White Gold
Located in ANTWERPEN, BE
The oval ruby of vivid red has incredible contrast amongst the fine white quality diamonds. 6.07 vivid red Mozambique ruby non heated 40 diamonds totalling 4.77 carats
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.19 Carat Marquise Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Bracelet in 18 karat white gold set with 15 vivid red marquise cut Mozambique Rubies (6.19 carats), 15 marquise cut Diamonds (1.33 carats), and 300 round brilliant-cut Diamonds (1.52...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21.81 Carat Cushion Cut Ruby & Sapphire- Diamond Pave Bypass Ring
Located in New York, NY
The pinnacle of excellence and design are captured in this platinum ruby & sapphire bypass ring. This handmade modern design showcases an exceptional deep vivid blue Sri Lankan 8.70 ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
2.49 Carat Vivid Red Pigeon Blood Mozambique Certified Classical Earring 18K
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
These exquisite earrings showcase a pair of exceptionally rare and vibrant 2.49 carat vivid red pigeon blood Mozambique rubies. Their captivating color, described as "pigeon blood,"...
Ruby, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 4.26 Carat Vivid Red Ruby and Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A beautiful 4.26 carat vivid red ruby from Mozambique is set along with 1.09 carats of D color VVS clarity Trillion Pair in this PT 900 wedding ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Eccentric Design Vivid Red Ruby with Black Mother of Pearl Stud Earring
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A mix of 1.73 carats of vivid red ruby from Mozambique is set along with 22.12 carats of Black Mother of Pearl.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
【Énigma】AIGS Certified 2.05ct Pigeon Blood Mozambique Ruby & Diamond Halo Ring
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional natural ruby ring featuring a 2.05ct vivid red Mozambique ruby with “Pigeon Blood” color grade and no heat indication, certified by AIGS.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified 14.46 Carat Mozambique and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautiful, eye-catching vivid red color Mozambique Ruby weighing 14.66carats, with VS quality White Diamonds all set in 18K solid White Gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
FLAWLESS GRS Switzerland 4 Carat Heart-Cut Pigeon Blood Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
but for the color in the certificate appendix! "This vivid to deep red Mozambique ruby is reminiscent in color saturation of "GRS-type pigeon blood ruby" This is the epitome of a b...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2.52 Carat Vivid Red Ruby, Mozambique, Unheated, Rectangular Cushion
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Sapphire: Vivid Red Ruby Origin: Mozambique Shape: Rectangular Cushion Carat Weight: 2.52 cts Dimensions: 9.16 x 6.64 x 3.77 mm This beautiful Natural Vivid Red Ruby has a natural r...
Ruby
2.05 Carat Vivid Red Ruby, Mozambique, Unheated, Rectangular Cushion Cut
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Sapphire: Vivid Red Ruby Origin: Mozambique Shape: Rectangular Cushion Carat Weight: 2.05 cts Dimensions: 8.21 x 7.03 x 3.38 mm This beautiful Natural Vivid Red Ruby has a natural r...
Ruby
GRS Certified Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby Diamond Earrings, 14.96 Carat
By HY JEWELLERY
Located in Knightsbridge, GB
VIVID RED MOZAMBIQUE RUBY DIAMOND EARRINGS - 14.96 CT Set in 18kt White Gold Total ruby weight: 6.46 ct [ 2 stones ] Color: Vivid red Total pear cut diamond weight: 6.60 ct [ 16...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Certified 1.98 Carat Vivid Red Mozambique Ruby White Gold Diamond Ring
By Butani
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
A classic ruby diamond ring, with a certified 1.98 carat vivid red Mozambique Ruby center stone, framed by eight pear-shape diamonds totalling 1.93 carats on a diamond pave band.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
5, 07 Carat Natural Mozambique Vivid Red Natural Ruby GRS Certificate
By D and A Style
Located in Singapore, SG
Extremely rare Ruby with fascinating color. The stone with such size and quality is now simply impossible to find on the market. The price of it is growing every week. This ruby c...
Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Go...
White Gold Pear Cut Mozambique Vivid Red Ruby and Diamond Earrings, 17.22 Carat
By HY JEWELLERY
Located in Knightsbridge, GB
WHITE GOLD PEAR CUT MOZAMBIQUE VIVID RED RUBY AND DIAMOND EARRINGS - 17.22 CT Set in 18K White gold Total ruby weight: 12.14 ct [ 2 stones] Color: Vivid red Origin: Mozambique T...
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
5 Carat Vivid Red Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Whether you're treating yourself or surprising a loved one, this ring is sure to exceed your expectations and make a lasting impression. 5.26cts Vivid Red Ruby - GRS Certified (Moza...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS No-Heat Pigeon Blood 3.03/3.04 ct Ruby Earrings, Mozambique
Located in New York, NY
*According to GRS: This vivid red ruby from Mozambique is reminiscent in color saturation of "GRS-Type pigeon blood ruby" (without strong fluorescence).
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 3.02 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 3.02-carat Vivid Red ruby from Mozambique is set along with 0.43 carats of diamonds in this PT ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Robert Vogelsang 1.46 Carat Natural Ruby Heart Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
This natural vivid red 1.46 carat ruby heart from Mozambique is set in a platinum ring with a total of 0.28 carats diamonds F,G vvs.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 5.24 Carat Unheated Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 5.24-carat Unheated Vivid Red ruby from Mozambique is set along with 2.67 carats of diamonds in this PT ring.
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate stitching, which produce an unbelievable sexy fit! Super flattering, and utterly jaw dr...
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
5.03 Carat Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring – F/VS1 GIA
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking 5.03 carat Cushion Brilliant Cut diamond is a true standout—graded F color and VS1 clarity by GIA, it is exceptionally rare and full of life and fire. To honor the...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$13,089
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
$245Sale Price|34% Off
H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold 5-Motif Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the classic Vintage Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 5 lucky clover motifs inlaid with blue lapiz lazuli in r...
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
$650
Size: Medium / Large
1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium
By Tadashi Shoji
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s Tadashi Shoji dress! Black stretch that hugs the body in all the right places! Black, with nude peeks of fabric in between at the bust, which evokes just the right amount ...
$92,920
H 10 in W 4.75 in L 9 in
Chanel 2015 Paris Dubai Night Gas Tank Jerry Can Statement Bag Collector's Item
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 2015 Paris Dubai Night Gas Tank Jerry Can Statement Bag Collector's Item Cruise 2015 Paris-Dubai Collection. Gold hardware Single padded top handle Gold quilted lambskin leat...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
Sylvia Ann 1970s Rose Print Pink Ivory Chiffon Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown
By SYLVIA ANN
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s SYLVIA ANN pink, ivory and green chiffon ruffled maxi dress / gown! Features rose bouquets in various sizes throughout. Flutter sleeves, with a flowy layer of chiffon drap...
New Yves Saint Laurent Spring 2008 Size 40 / US 8 Black Silk Strapless Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT Spring 2008 black silk strapless dress! Features intricate interior corset boning that holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the sid...
Sensational 1990s Bill Blass Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Paisley Vintage 90s Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage late 90s BILL BLASS couture nude silk chiffon paisley print full length evening dress with dramatic train! This is an original sample, and is incredibly well made...
Jean Paul Gaultier Junior Vintage Black Denim Iconic Corset Style Jacket Size 48
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Junior vintage black denim iconic corset style jacket. This jacket features : - Distressed black denim. - Classic collar. - Front button down fastening. - Front l...
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book Collectors Museum
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the most famous dresses designed by Tom Ford, for YSL 2002 collection. In addition to all the fashion magazines it is also featured in Tom Ford's book "Tom Ford" in a full pag...
CHANEL Karl Lagerfeld Kitten Hill Camellia Chain Pearls Vintage Shoes 39 Mint
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel camellia kitten hill shoes with removable gold tone chain ,pearls and mini CC on the chain. Condition is mint, never used with some minor flaws from storage. Chain with pearls...
Julien Macdonald Asymmetrical Sheer Lace Panels Black Dress
By Julien Macdonald
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Julien Macdonald Asymmetrical Sheer Lace Panels Black Dress IT 40 Black Julien Macdonald strapless mini dress featuring sheer lace panels, structured bust, lace trim, asymmetrical h...
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.