French Cut Ruby
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Ruby, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1960s European Dangle Earrings
20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Band Rings
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Band Rings
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Cufflinks
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 1890s Austrian Belle Époque Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
20th Century Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Late 20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Ruby, Platinum
Early 20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Kunzite, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 2000s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings
Ruby, Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
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French Cut Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a French Cut Ruby?
The Legacy of Ruby in Jewelry Design
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.
- What is the best cut for a ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The best cut for rubies is a matter of personal choice. An oval cut is the most preferred cut for ruby; this is because an oval cut reduces waste. The cut should show off this stone’s color and clarity. According to the Gemological Institute of America, the color of the July birthstone should be a vibrant to slightly purplish red, and that the stone should be clear and inclusion free. Find a collection of ruby jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a cabochon cut ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cabochon cut ruby is a ruby featuring an unfaceted cut. Instead, the surface is curved and polished, for a look that especially highlights the beauty of more opaque rubies. Browse a collection of mesmerizing cabochon cut rubies from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an emerald cut ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An emerald cut ruby is held in a double-claw setting, surrounded by a border of diamonds. The diamonds provide a beautiful contrast with the red of the ruby. Shop a selection of dazzling emerald cut rubies from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a French cut diamond?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A French cut diamond is a diamond that is cut in a square or rectangular shape, and features a high crown, along with triangle-shaped facets in a crisscross pattern. A French cut diamond is made by grinding the top of the crystal gemstone. Find a collection of antique, vintage and new French cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.