Pigeon Blood Ruby
2010s Thai Modern Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan More Rings
Ruby, Gold
2010s Thai Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Ruby
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Brooches
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Engagement Rings
Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 18th Century American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Thai Modernist Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Artisan Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Modern Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Three-Stone Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Retro Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Romantic Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
20th Century Art Deco Fashion Rings
Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Bridal Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Malagasy Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Mandarin Garnet, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Malagasy Modern Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Mandarin Garnet, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cuff Bracelets
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1770s European Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby
2010s Japanese Art Deco Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Modernist Chandelier Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Modernist Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Modern Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Modernist Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Thai Aesthetic Movement Drop Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
2010s Thai Modernist Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Thai Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Engagement Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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Pigeon Blood Ruby For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Pigeon Blood 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 rarest type of ruby?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Most experts agree that the rarest type of ruby is the star ruby. It is a purple-red ruby that shows off a six-pointed star pattern. Most come from Myanmar, Sri Lanka, India, Tanzania and Madagascar. You'll find a selection of ruby gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The most valuable color of Ruby is red. Specifically, red rubies that are medium to medium dark red in color command the highest prices.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to tell if a ruby is a pigeon’s blood ruby is to take the gemstone to a licensed jewelry appraiser. Although you can attempt to identify the stone from its coloration, an expert can give you a more definitive answer. You'll find a wide variety of expertly vetted ruby gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What are blood rubies?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Pigeon blood rubies are brilliantly red rubies with a hint of blue undertones that are found in Burma, which is now known as Myanmar. They are thought to be some of the finest rubies in the world. Shop a range of authentic pigeon blood rubies on 1stDibs.








