Dorothy had it right all along - rubies are MAGIC! July’s birthstone is the ruby, and this red gemstone is one of our favorites. Read on to find out some fun facts about rubies and to see some of our favorite pieces of ruby jewelry!
Like many gemstones, rubies have been around since ancient times. The brilliant red stone is even mentioned in the Bible, with the author of Proverbs saying that a woman who fears the Lord is more precious than rubies. Ancient Hindus believed that sacrificing a ruby would guarantee reincarnation as an emperor.
The word ruby actually comes from Latin. The ancient word “ruber” means red, so it’s easy to see how Romans named the stone! This white gold ruby bar necklace perfectly showcases the stones’ color, making us imagine how easy it would have been for Romans to associate rubies with hot flames.
The gorgeous red color of rubies has long been associated with wealth and power. Rubies were one of the most prized gems in European noble circles. People around the world believed that rubies had special powers, protecting warriors in battle and making enemies live in peace with one another. We aren’t 100 percent sure that a ruby could guarantee wealth and wisdom, like many Europeans thought, but we’re willing to give it a try!
Historically, rubies are found in the Himalayan Mountains, Myanmar, and Vietnam. Rubies are actually related to sapphires and get their color from the trace element of chromium. Rubies with a more intense red tend to be found in marble while darker rubies are often found in basalt.
These huggie earrings are super trendy! Small hoops are very in right now, and we love how the ruby stones catch the eye.
We are totally obsessed with this yellow gold ruby pendant! Shy Creation is known for their beautiful pieces of jewelry, and this necklace is no exception. Pave-set diamonds surrounding each ruby make this pendant an elegant addition to any jewelry box.
If you need us, we’ll be off dreaming about this art deco masterpiece. Talk about stunning! That milgrain beading is to die for. Is it too early to ask Santa to put this under the tree for us? Christmas in July is definitely a thing!
If you don’t find the ruby jewelry of your dreams on our website, don’t worry! Did you know that we offer custom design? That’s right! You can work with our jewelers to create the jewelry piece of your dreams. We’ll work with you from coming up with the concept until the final product is in your hands. https://www.dickinsonjewelers.com/pages/custom-jewelry-design-experiences
We are open in Prince Frederick and Dunkirk Tuesday through Friday from 10-6 and Saturday from 10-4. No matter what your style is, we’re confident we can help you find the ruby piece of your dreams!
Like many gemstones, rubies have been around since ancient times. The brilliant red stone is even mentioned in the Bible, with the author of Proverbs saying that a woman who fears the Lord is more precious than rubies. Ancient Hindus believed that sacrificing a ruby would guarantee reincarnation as an emperor.
The word ruby actually comes from Latin. The ancient word “ruber” means red, so it’s easy to see how Romans named the stone! This white gold ruby bar necklace perfectly showcases the stones’ color, making us imagine how easy it would have been for Romans to associate rubies with hot flames.
The gorgeous red color of rubies has long been associated with wealth and power. Rubies were one of the most prized gems in European noble circles. People around the world believed that rubies had special powers, protecting warriors in battle and making enemies live in peace with one another. We aren’t 100 percent sure that a ruby could guarantee wealth and wisdom, like many Europeans thought, but we’re willing to give it a try!
Historically, rubies are found in the Himalayan Mountains, Myanmar, and Vietnam. Rubies are actually related to sapphires and get their color from the trace element of chromium. Rubies with a more intense red tend to be found in marble while darker rubies are often found in basalt.
These huggie earrings are super trendy! Small hoops are very in right now, and we love how the ruby stones catch the eye.
We are totally obsessed with this yellow gold ruby pendant! Shy Creation is known for their beautiful pieces of jewelry, and this necklace is no exception. Pave-set diamonds surrounding each ruby make this pendant an elegant addition to any jewelry box.
If you need us, we’ll be off dreaming about this art deco masterpiece. Talk about stunning! That milgrain beading is to die for. Is it too early to ask Santa to put this under the tree for us? Christmas in July is definitely a thing!
If you don’t find the ruby jewelry of your dreams on our website, don’t worry! Did you know that we offer custom design? That’s right! You can work with our jewelers to create the jewelry piece of your dreams. We’ll work with you from coming up with the concept until the final product is in your hands. https://www.dickinsonjewelers.com/pages/custom-jewelry-design-experiences
We are open in Prince Frederick and Dunkirk Tuesday through Friday from 10-6 and Saturday from 10-4. No matter what your style is, we’re confident we can help you find the ruby piece of your dreams!