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More rare than diamonds, rubies are among the most valuable gemstones with a riveting history and some seriously beautiful science!
As your fine jewelry advisor, I’ve curated a selection of ruby jewelry and her stunning ruby doppelgängers: vibrant red garnets, luminous red spinels, and captivating red tourmalines. Even pink sapphires can almost exhibit ruby vibes. Whether you’re investing in a significant piece for yourself or seeking luxury gift ideas for your wife or partner, discover my ruby-hued jewelry edit!
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Investing in Ethically Sourced Rubies with Impact
Many of our ethically sourced rubies create a powerful positive social impact. We’re proud to partner with celebrated precision faceters like Roger Dery. He and his family founded Gem Legacy, a 501(c)3, which provides vocational training, equipment, and other support to entrepreneurs in mining communities.
Some of these are WOMEN, such as the Precious Women Mine!
Discover Ruby’s Equally Alluring Doppelgängers
On my hand are gems that exhibit ruby hues, left to right: spinel, ruby, and garnet
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The allure of rich red gemstones has captivated the world across cultures throughout history. While ruby holds a special place, her equally beautiful doppelgängers are compelling alternatives for your luxury jewelry collection.
Spinel: Once named “great imposter” for being mistaken for ruby, it exhibits remarkable fire and brilliance.
Garnet: From the vibrant raspberry red of rhodolite to the deep reddish-purple of pyrope, garnets offer alluring variations on ruby hues.
Tourmaline: Among the vast array of colors tourmaline can exhibit, rubellite tourmaline can range from soft pinks to intense ruby red hues. to ruby red hues with slight shifts towards orange, brown, or purple hints.
Sapphire: Rubies and Sapphires are the same mineral species, corundum! Sapphire can be any color of the rainbow except red, which makes it a ruby. Some pink sapphires can be very close to being considered a ruby. Classification between the two can be subjective.
You can dive deeper into the fascinating stories behind these gems and more, through our “Skinny on Gemstones” series:
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Frequently Asked Questions about Investing in Ruby Jewelry
What factors determine the investment value of a ruby?
For rubies, color is a significant factor that determines value, with “pigeon blood red” being the most coveted. Clarity, carat weight, origin, and a laboratory report from a reputable gemological lab, such as GIA, can offer assurance about the value. Untreated rubies typically hold higher investment potential.
How does “responsible sourcing” apply to high-value gemstones like rubies?
Responsible sourcing goes beyond ethical or sustainable practices. It's a holistic goal that encompasses conflict-free origins, traceability from mine to market, ensures fair labor practices, and minimizes environmental impact as much as possible. Such intentional choices can reflect your personal values and support sustainable local economies in remote mining communities.
Beyond rubies, what other red gemstones are considered beautiful alternatives for high-end jewelry and potential investment?
Red spinel and rubellite tourmaline are investment-worthy ruby doppelgängers. While they can be generally more attainable, fine examples of these gemstones can also be valuable, particularly if they exhibit exceptional color and clarity. Their unique beauty makes them highly desirable additions to any collection. Red garnet is an even more affordable option that can demonstrate striking expressions of red.
How can a jewelry concierge service assist in selecting an investment-level ruby or red gemstone fine jewelry?
All The Brilliants’ fine jewelry concierge provides personalized guidance, access to a global network of trusted suppliers, and expert knowledge of gemstone quality, sourcing, and availability in the market. My high-touch service navigates complex considerations like origin, treatment, and certifications, ensuring your fine jewelry investment will be a cherished heirloom for generations.
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