French Cut Ruby
Vintage 1950s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Dome Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1990s French Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
20th Century French Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s French Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Retro Clip-on Earrings
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Fashion Rings
Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage 1940s Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century French Boxes and Cases
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Band Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique 1890s British Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Fashion Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wedding Rings
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Cluster Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Artisan Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 18th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Artisan Brooches
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wedding Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Thai Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Modern Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century French Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
2010s Modern Bracelets
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s French Modern Cocktail Rings
Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings
Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s French Modern Bracelets
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco More Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s French Modernist Drop Earrings
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s French Modern Bangles
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
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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.