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Ruby Vs. Diamond Engagement Rings: A Guide to
History, Meaning, Quality, Types, Ring Styles and Costs
By
Freelance Writer, February 6, 2021
A ruby can range in color from pink to blood-red.
Like sapphires, rubies are part of
the mineral corundum family. Other varieties of gem-quality
corundum are called sapphires. Ruby is one of the
favorite gems,
along with sapphire, emerald, and diamond
among today's modern brides. The word ruby comes
from the Latin for red, namely ruber. Rubies derive their
glorious red color from chromium. For a long time, red
garnets or spinels were also thought to be rubies.
Factors Affecting Rubies Value
The quality of a ruby depends on its color, cut, clarity
and with carat weight. The brightest and the world's finest red
rubies command a large premium over other rubies of similar quality from other
mines. Like diamonds, a high clarity stone will command the highest
prices, but a ruby without any needle-like rutile inclusions may
indicate that the stone has been color enhanced or treated. Ruby is the
birthstone for those born in July and the traditional gift for 40th
wedding anniversary.
Mohs Hardness Scale
Ranking 9.0 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, rubies are
the second hardest natural gems in the world, just behind diamonds, which
means they are durable enough to withstand the everyday wear that your
engagement ring is subjected through.
Like diamonds, rubies are graded using criteria known as the
GIA four Cs, namely color, cut, clarity and carat weight. Rubies value is also
determined on the basis of their geographic origin.
Rubies Vs
Diamonds: What's the Difference?
Rare rubies are more expensive than diamonds. Ruby engagement ring can vary in price. It
depends on the color of the stone, its shape, weight, size, and hue. The
deeper and more transparent the red, makes them more desirable. It also depends
on the design and style of the ring, whether it contains a precious
gemstone or diamond. The price of the colored gemstone depends on the quality of the gem. The average price of a ruby gemstone is $1,000 per
carat, but the cost of ruby engagement rings and wedding bands can change
drastically according to the quality of the rubies in the rings and the rubies'
color, cut, carat, size and clarity qualities. You may choose an engagement ring because
of a family tradition, to represent a unique personal style, want blood
free diamonds or mercury-free
ethical gold, to fit your budget and
style. Man made stones and diamond substitutes such as czs are also popular choices for couples.
How
Much to Spend on an Engagement Ring
The idea that a man should spend three months salary for an
engagement ring originated from De Beers marketing
campaigns in the 20th century in order to sell
more diamonds. Rubies
also tend to be more affordable than diamonds. On average, the price of a ruby
gemstone is $1,000 per carat. We will help you find the gem that suits your
budget and style.
Guide to Setting Types
Diamonds are by far the most popular choice for engagement rings since De Beers marketing campaigns. A large single
diamond solitaire
rings are most common setting for engagement rings, which was popularized
by Tiffany & Co. Round brilliant cut continues to be the most popular cut for an
engagement ring, which achieves the maximum amount of sparkle. Also
popular are
three stone engagement rings with side stones. These rings usually have a
single large diamond set in the center and smaller diamonds on the sides. The three diamonds or colored gemstones on the ring are
believed to symbolize the couple's past, present, and future. Settings can change the
style of the ring dramatically, taking the ring to another level.
Ancient Traditions &
Cultures
In many
cultures, the engagement ring is
worn on the fourth finger of your left hand. In ancient times, people used to believe that a vein of love from this finger
ran directly to the heart.
Ruby
engagement rings have been the ultimate symbol of love for thousands of years.
In ancient Egypt, they wore rings on the third finger of the left hand to mark
where the 'vein of love' went directly to the heart, starting a tradition that
continues today. When pledging your love with one of our unique Ruby Engagement
Rings, you are starting your own family tradition or passing down a family
heirloom. The most important value factor to consider when shopping for Ruby
Engagement Rings is the design of the ring and quality of the center stone.
We hand-select top quality conflict-free gems that are expertly cut for
maximum beauty and color. Our beautiful selection of Ruby Engagement Rings
by our expert jewelry designers means you can find one of our Ruby
Engagement Rings that perfectly symbolizes your loving lifelong relationship.
Sndgems fine quality Ruby Engagement Rings are designed to be passed down for
generations to come, crafted by hand in the United States.
July's birthstone, the ruby, is known as the king of precious
gemstones, have been prized by royalty throughout the ages.
Ruby Properties
Color: Orangy Red to Purplish Red
Crystal: Tabular Hexagonal Prism
Cleavage: No Cleavage
Tenacity: Brittle
Durability = Excellent
Hardness = 9.0
Refractive Index = 1.762
Specific Gravity = 4.00
Meaning of the Ruby
The ruby has long been associated with love and passion,
but the ruby is also believed to imbue the wearer with trust, knowledge, and
the ability to make the right decisions in married life. For couples interested
in ruby engagement rings, this gemstone - which symbolizes long lasting passion
and affection - is a symbol of a loving lifelong relationship. Peace-wise, it
is said that the ruby can settle fights between lovers.
Today
with so many couples getting divorced, a ruby engagement ring has become an
increasingly popular choice between partners.
Non-traditional
Engagement Rings: What the Ruby Symbolizes.
For those who are lucky enough to be born in July with a ruby
as your birthstone, in the ancient times, ruby - or ratnaraj - means the 'king
of gems'. It was highly prized by the royalty thought the ages.
The Burmese rubies are famous for its pigeon blood hue and
these gems are considered the finest in the world, but other
important rubies are also found in Africa,
India, Sri Lanka and Australia.
While diamonds
are thought to symbolize strength and eternity, sapphires represent truth and
fidelity, and rubies have long been associated with love, passion and
protection.
For those who
are lucky enough to be born in July with a regal ruby as your birthstone, in
the ancient times, ruby was known as the 'the king of the gems'. Rubies have
been prized by royalty throughout the ages. Rubies symbolize romance and
passion making a perfect gemstone alternative to the traditional diamond
engagement ring.
Because red
has long been associated with love and passion, a ruby makes a fitting focal
point for a romantic non-diamond engagement ring.
Although
diamonds previously ruled the engagement ring world, the diamond paired with
the ruby in the 17th and 18th centuries in toi et moi ring, in order to
symbolize eternity and love.
Rubies are
actually red sapphires, one of the 8 gemstones from the Corundum family. In
fact, if a ruby is any other color but red, it's no longer called a ruby.
Ruby,
therefore, is a fabulous choice as the center stone for an engagement ring.
Obtained from the mineral corundum, it has a rating of 9 on Mohs scale.
A
royal favorite, a ruby engagement ring stone symbolizes love and passion.
Learn how to find the gem that best fits your budget and style.
Ruby can give
fresh perspective to engagement rings and wedding bands. We will help you select
the very best ruby for her.
Ruby
engagement rings are the perfect gemstone alternative to the ever-popular
diamond engagement ring. This fiery red jewel is an eternal symbol of romance.
Our ruby
engagement ring are available in diamond halo, solitaire, vintage, three-stone,
classic and other popular styles at best price.
Ruby Mining
Since ancient times, the majority of the worlds rubies were
mined in Myanmar (Burma), specifically the Mogok Valley in the upper region of
the country. More recently there has been a considerable amount of mining in
the center of Myanmar, in the area of Mong Hsu. Additional sources for rubies
have been Thailand, Australia, Cambodia, Afghanistan, Brazil, Namibia, India,
Japan, and Colombia.
Myanmar is known to produce some of the finest rubies that exist
on the market, although it was not always considered the legitimate source.
The sanctions in Myanmar were lifted by President Obama and trading with
that country is considered legitimate today.
Often more
valuable than diamonds, the most coveted pigeon blood-red rubies have
traditionally come from the ancient Mogok mines, or Myanmar. Today, these mines
are almost depleted, so the prices of Burmese rubies are well beyond the budget
of most modern brides. Add to this the US embargo on gemstones from Myanmar and
it is easy to understand why gem collectors have turned elsewhere in their
search for the perfect redgem. And so it is that Gemfield's African rubies are
increasingly popular and adding their flash of rich purple red color to high
jewellery pieces.
Tips for Buying Ruby Engagement Rings and Wedding Bands
Start
by shopping for high quality ruby engagement rings with retailers who
specialize in precious gemstone engagement rings, wedding bands and other
jewelry. Look for retailers who offer a risk-free easy refund policy.
To
be 100% sure that you have purchased a high quality ruby ring, particularly if
you have paid for a one-carat ring, it is best for you to have the ring checked
by a professional third-party laboratory.
Rubies
Vs. Pink Sapphires: What's the Difference?
Keep
in mind that rubies are red, in fact the ruby derives its name from the Latin
word �ruber� which means red. Any gemstones offered as rubies that are a
light pink color, are not true rubies, but are called pink sapphires.
The
world's finest and most desirable rubies are a deep red color, almost like a
blood red, feature a good cut, and have a high clarity rating.
Natural
Rubies Vs. Synthetic Rubies: What's the Difference?
Ask
the seller about any type of heat-treatment or other enhancements the ruby
gem in the ring has undergone. Keep in mind that heat treated
rubies are very common, and unless otherwise specified it should be
assumed that the stone has received this type of treatment. Other types of
treatments are less desirable and will affect the value of the stone
drastically. Generally, if the stone is too good for its price, most
probably it is a synthetic ruby. Ruby also have typical inclusions called fingerprints.
(An independent lab can confirm if the gemstone has undergone treatments).
Synthetic
rubies are on the market since early 1900s, and these rubies are often labeled
as laboratory created or laboratory grown rubies. But, some sellers
may not reveal that their rubies are actually synthetics. Again, an
independent evaluation and a 30-day refund policy can protect you if you have
bought a synthetic ruby.
If
you see quality ruby engagement rings that are made with rubies that have an
excellent transparency, deep red color, and one-carat size for an affordable
price, chances are that you are buying a stone that has been heat-treated or
which is synthetic. It is important to know that good quality ruby gemstones
are at least on average $1,000 per carat, and many fine stones are even more
valuable than diamonds.
Shining bright with the color of love and passion, a ruby
engagement ring is the ultimate symbol of romance.
The ruby is known all over the world as a symbol of
love, romance and passion. With so many elegant and unique designs to choose
from, a ruby engagement ring is a fantastic way to celebrate your love and
commitment.
To view our beautiful ruby engagement rings
online click here or on images below.
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