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Certified TIGL 5 Carat Pigeon Blood Red Cushion Shape Ruby 18K Gold Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
captivating "Pigeon Blood Red" color—the most sought-after hue in rubies. This vivid, rich red color, combined
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$52,000 Sale Price
20% Off
5.67 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood And Diamond Earring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
.
These beautiful 12 oval shaped Burmese rubies pigeon blood in colour weigh approximately total of 5.67
Category
2010s Thai Modern Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Pear Shape Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Specifications:
Gemstone at the centre: Very high quality Heated Pear shaped Natural Pigeon Blood Ruby
38 round
Category
2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unheated "Pigeon Blood" Ruby Stone 1.25 cts in Platinum Ring w Dia / AIGS Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Weight
1.25 carats
Color
Pigeon Blood
Color intensity
Vivid
Shape
Heart
Clarity
Very eye clean
Cut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
0.72 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Presenting an exquisite solitaire ring featuring a rare GRS-certified ‘Pigeon Blood’ red ruby
Category
2010s Thai Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.02 Carat Burma Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood And Diamond Rings 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Certified. It is pigeon blood in colour.
All the diamonds are approximately G-I colour and VS-SI quality
Category
2010s Thai Modernist Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 8.31 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby And Diamond Necklace In 18K WG
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
rubies weighing approximately 7.30 carat. Rubies of these size and pigeon blood colour are rare to find
Category
2010s Thai Modernist Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.44 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18k WG
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
approximately. Rubies of these size and pigeon blood colour are rare to find. The rubies are Certified by GRS
Category
2010s Thai Aesthetic Movement Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.87 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
Category
2010s Thai Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Pigeon Blood 3.42 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earrings 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
white gold.
It has 2 centre pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies Pigeon blood in colour weighing 2.04 carat
Category
2010s Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$20,800 Sale Price
20% Off
GRS Certified 0.70 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18K Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
Category
2010s Asian Modern Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Cert. 2.18 Carat Natural Burmese, Pigeon
s Blood Ruby Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring set in Platinum featuring a GRS Certified 2.18 Carat Natural, Burmese, Pigeon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GRS Certified 3.52 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18K WG
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
pieces of rubies weighing approximately 1.37 carat. Rubies of these size and pigeon blood colour are rare
Category
2010s Thai Modernist Chandelier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Pigeon Blood 1.44 Carat Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate number: 2022-010270
The stone was
Category
2010s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Ring GRS Certified 1.51 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat in 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
.
The center stone is a 1.51-carat Burmese ruby, certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) with a 'Pigeon
Category
2010s Thai Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.50 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
Category
2010s Thai Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1.53 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood and Diamond Brooch in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
any heat treatment. It can also be considered of pigeon blood color.
- The brooch is decorated by 18
Category
2010s Thai Modern Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.83 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18k Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
Category
2010s Thai Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1920
s Art Deco FGA confirmed Pigeon Blood Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond Daisy Ring
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
1920's Art Deco FGA confirmed Pigeon Blood Ruby Old Mine Cut Diamond Daisy Ring
This gorgeous 1920
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
2.55 Ct GRS Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby Diamond Earring in 18 Karat Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
1.32ct, are of Burmese origin and certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.47 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
exhibit the highly sought-after 'Pigeon Blood' Red color, sourced from the prestigious Burmese mines
Category
2010s Thai Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.02 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Research Swisslab (GRS), these rubies showcase the highly coveted 'Pigeon Blood' Red color, sourced from
Category
2010s Thai Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.23 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Earring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
), these rubies display the highly coveted 'Pigeon Blood' Red color, sourced from the esteemed Burmese
Category
2010s Thai Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Gorgeous GIA Burma Pigeon
s Blood Ruby
Diamond Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
The classic design earrings feature two striking oval-shaped Burma rubies, which weigh 3.85 carats together, surrounded by 16 sparkling round brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds wei...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 3.28 Carat Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood And Diamond Ring In 18K W.Gold
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
. The ruby is Pigeon Blood in colour which is rare to find.
It is certified by GRS, the certificate
Category
2010s Thai Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 1.47 Carat Burmese Ruby No Heat Pigeon Blood Ring in 18 K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
ruby certified by Gem Research Swisslab (GRS) as natural, unheated, 'Pigeon blood' with the certificate
Category
2010s Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 0.82 Carat Pigeon Blood Burmese No Heat Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
boasts the coveted 'Pigeon Blood' Red color and originates from the revered mines of Burma. Remarkably
Category
2010s Thai Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA-Certified Pigeon-Blood Ruby Bracelet with Diamonds in 18K White Gold – 34.50
Located in Great Neck, NY
its intense, pigeon-blood hue, a color once reserved for royalty.
Framing this vivid crimson
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry No Heat Untreated Pigeon Blood Ruby Earrings
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District.
This item has been appraised by the exp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Ruby
Price Upon Request
Emilio Jewelry 89.00 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District.
Appraisal available upon request from a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Ruby
Mozambique Pigeon Blood Cushion Cut Ruby Halo Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Product Specifications:
- Cushion Cut High Quality Natural Heated Ruby from Mozambique with 2.06ct
- 26 Round Brilliant Cut High Quality Natural Diamonds with 0.90ct
Quality: D-F in ...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,344 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Art Deco GIA Burma Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamond Platinum Vintage Ring, 1930s
Located in New York, NY
of America (GIA) famously refers to the finest examples as "Pigeon Blood" Red on its certificate, GIA
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Signet Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
18kt Invisible 4.80ct Diamond and Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring White Gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
18 Karat white gold invisible diamond and ruby ring 16.50mm.
Beautiful well made ring is a great attribute to your wardrobe!
Rich colored red rubies are a french-style cut where the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
GRS Certified 2.08 Carat Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood And Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant pair of ruby and diamond earrings from Rewa Jewels is made in 18 karat white gold.
The centre piece is of natural untreated Burmese rubies weighing approximately 2.08 car...
Category
2010s Thai Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
3 Carat Vivid Red Pigeon Blood Ruby Classical Tennis Bracelet 18K
By Malpani Jewels
Located in Hung Hom, HK
Evert asked the judge to pause the match so she could search for her bracelet. After reluctantly granting her request, the judge impatiently waited along with fans and her opponent w...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Certified Multi Stone Natural Ruby
Diamond Ring - Pigeon
s Blood Red Rubies
Located in London, GB
6 fiery, natural, vivid red rubies embraced by shimmering diamonds, meticulously crafted in solid gold. Crafted for elegance and sophistication, it embodies the essence of fiery pass...
Category
2010s English Contemporary Bridal Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
GRS Certified 2.72 Carat Pigeon
s Blood Oval Deep Red Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite peagon's blood deep red ruby set with two trillion cut diamonds d/e color vvs clarity
Category
2010s Italian Modern Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$64,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Natural Myanmar Pigeon Blood Red Octagon Spinel Loose Gemstone Loupe Clean - 2.7
Located in Kowloon, HK
This is a beautiful intense red Myanmar loose spinel for jewelry making. Elevate your jewelry creations with our stunning vivid red Myanmar loose spinel. This natural gemstone is a t...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
GRS Certified 2cts Pigeon
s Blood Burmese Ruby with Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.01 carats with two Diamonds on either side total 1.08 carats, and the rest of the Diamond total 1.27 carats Ring and Ring Jacket set in Platinum 900 Settings
(GRS Certified)
...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Emilio Jewelry Certified 89.00 Carat Pigeon Blood Burma No Heat Ruby Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District.
Appraisals available upon request by th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Ruby
GIA Certified 18.36 Carat Burma Pigeon Blood No Heat Ruby Diamond Earrings
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of fine timeless ruby and diamond earrings made in 18 Karat gold. This pair of earrings embraces minimalism with its simple design while still displaying elegance; a great fit...
Category
2010s Thai Modern Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified 10.29 Carat Pigeon Blood No Heat Burma Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located in the Iconic Gem Tower/Gia Building in New York's Diamond District.
Appraisal available upon request by the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings
Materials
Ruby
GRS Certified 1.95 Carat Pigeon
s Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
This magnificent ring features a 1.95 carat heated Burmese ruby and 1.26 carat in total of mixed cut colorless diamond; 10 round brilliant cut, 8 marquise and 2 pear shaped diamonds ...
Category
2010s Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
AIGS 1.05 cts Natural Pigeon Blood Ruby
0.20 cts Diamonds 14K WG Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Presenting an elegant 14K white gold pendant featuring a captivating 1.05-carat natural ruby in a refined pear shape. The gemstone displays a vivid pinkish red hue with strong color ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
GRS Certified 2.44 Carat Burmese Pigeon Blood Ruby And Diamond Earrings In 18K
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
It has 2 centre pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 2.44 carat appro...
Category
2010s Thai Modernist Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.02 Carat Pigeon
s Blood Red Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
. Early cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.07 Carat Pigeon
s Blood Red Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
GIA Certified 1.03 Carat Pigeon
s Blood Red Burmese Ruby Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
cultures treasured rubies for their similarity to the redness of the blood that flowed through their veins
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cluster Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Certified Burmese Pigeon
s Blood Ruby with Diamond Ring Set in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.69 carats with Diamond 0.61 carat Ring set in 18 Karat Rose Gold Settings
(GIT Certified, The Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand)
Width: 1.5 cm
Length: 1.5 cm
Ring Size:...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified Pigeon
s Blood Ruby with Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 1.94 carats with Diamond 0.34 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
(GIA Certified)
Width: 1.7 cm
Length: 2.5 cm
Ring Size: 55
Total Weight: 8.50 grams
"We first opened d...
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$5,984 Sale Price
20% Off
GIA Certified 0.66 Carat Ruby Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ring by REWA Jewelry which reimagines the timeless Toi et Moi style with a captivating pairing of a heart-shaped diamond and a rich ruby.
The centre of the ring is a hea...
Category
2010s Thai Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 0.78 Carat Ruby Burmese No Heat Pigeon Blood and Diamond Ring
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ring by REWA Jewelry which reimagines the timeless Toi et Moi style with a captivating pairing of a heart-shaped diamond and a rich ruby.
The centre of the ring is a hea...
Category
2010s Thai Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified 1.07 Carat Pigeon Blood Ruby
Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Unveil the brilliance of this stunning 18K white gold ring, a testament to timeless elegance and vibrant color. At its heart lies a captivating 1.07 carat oval mixed cut ruby, boast...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 7.50 Carat Burma No Heat Pigeon Blood Ruby Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue,
Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Ruby
1.70 Carat Natural Loose Pigeon Blood Red Spinel Cushion Shape Gem From Burma
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Spinel
Weight: 1.70 Carats
Dimension: 6.8 x 5.9 x 5.1 Mm
Origin: Burma
Shape: Cushion
Color: Red
Treatment: Non
Certificate; On Client Demand
Red spinel is a captivating gems...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
1.15 Carat Natural Loose Pigeon Blood Burmese Spinel Cushion Shape Gem For Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Spinel
Weight: 1.15 Carats
Dimension: 5.9 x 5.7 x 4 Mm
Origin: Burma Myanmar
Shape: Cushion
Color: Red
Treatment: Non
Certificate; On Client Demand
Red spinel is a captivatin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Spinel
GRS Certified 4.71 Carat Burma Ruby Pigeon Blood And Diamond Earrings In 18k WG
By Rewa Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant Burmese ruby and diamond earrings showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold.
It has 16 pieces of Burma No Heat Rubies weighing 4.71 carat approximate...
Category
2010s Thai Modernist Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Pigeon Blood For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact pigeon blood you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and white gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 291 antique edition and 1085 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a pigeon blood may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 carat and 1 carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing pigeon blood — no matter the origin — is easy, but Rewa Jewellery, Emilio! and OGI Ltd each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cushion cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our pigeon blood for sale are for women, but there are 720 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Pigeon Blood?
The price for a pigeon blood starts at $180 and tops out at $10,990,980 with these rings, on average, selling for $11,979.
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.
Questions About Pigeon Blood
- 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.
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