Ruby rings

A stone of passion par excellence, ruby evokes inner fire, eternal love and vital force.

In a ruby ring, its deep red color symbolizes courage and prosperity, while the shimmering brilliance of the gemstone recalls Asian and European royalty.

To give or wear a ruby ring is therefore to affirm an ardent and lasting commitment: a symbol of passion, this precious stone celebrates both the power of feelings and perseverance, making each piece of jewelry a talisman of vitality and confidence.

For a high jewelry ruby ring, focus on four criteria that determine its rarity:

• Color: a bright "pigeon's blood" red is the most sought-after; avoid shades that are too dark or brownish. Raspberry rubies are also appreciated for their modern, sparkling appearance.
• Purity: a few inclusions are normal, but should not affect transparency
• Size: a precise cut maximizes brilliance; oval and cushion are the most popular.
• Origin: Burma, Mozambique or Sri Lanka for famous natural rubies

Dip your ruby ring in a bowl ofwarm, soapy water (mild soap, pH neutral), then brush gently with a soft bristle brush.

Rinse with clean water, dry on a microfiber cloth, and let the ring finish air-drying.

Avoid very hot water, steam, chemicals (chlorine, bleach) and household ultrasound, which can weaken any ruby treatments.

A professional setting check once a year will ensure the durability of your jewel. By following these tips, you can preserve the natural beauty of your ruby.

Yes, with a hardness of 9/10 on the Mohs scale, ruby is one of the four gemstones. This gem rivals the sapphire and is surpassed only by the diamond.

A ruby ring can withstand daily use, provided it avoids violent shocks and abrasive wear.

Remove it when playing contact sports, gardening or handling household products. A closed or semi-closed setting offers extra protection for intensive use without compromising the gem's brilliance.

Heating is a traditional treatment: the ruby is heated to a high temperature to intensify its color and eliminate certain inclusions. The result is long-lasting and accepted by haute joaillerie.

Glass filling, on the other hand, fills the cracks with leaded glass, artificially enhancing clarity; it also makes the ruby ring more fragile to heat and solvents.

Refuse glass-filled rubies for an engagement ring or heirloom piece.

First observe the nuance: a true ruby is distinguished by a deep red color with slightly bluish highlights.

Then examine the stone with a magnifying glass; a few "silky" inclusions are normal. A synthetic ruby often looks too perfect.

Test for hardness: the surface will not scratch with steel.

Finally, be careful: without a laboratory, the best guarantee is the gemological certificate that accompanies your ruby ring, attesting to its origin and any treatments it may have undergone.

Ruby and sapphire belong to the same family - corundum. They are distinguished by their color:

• When corundum has a saturated red color due to chromium, it is called ruby.
• Any other hue (blue, pink, yellow, green) is a sapphire.

On a ring, the ruby stands out for its passionate symbolism, while the sapphire evokes fidelity and wisdom.

High-quality rubies are rarer, and therefore often more expensive. In terms of hardness (9/10 Mohs) and strength, the two gemstones are equivalent.

The contrast between the fiery red of the ruby and the white light of the diamond creates a brilliant ruby ring: the diamond reflects the light back to the ruby, accentuating its depth.

Symbolically, the ruby-diamond wedding band combines passion (ruby) and eternal purity (diamond) - a powerful message for an engagement ring.

In practice, the diamond's hardness protects the ruby from micro-side shocks when used as a shoulder or halo, ensuring the jewel's longevity.

Choosing a ruby engagement ring means putting passion at the heart of commitment.

Historically, the ruby symbolized eternal fire and marital bliss, and was offered by maharajas and European courts to seal powerful unions.

Today, it expresses individuality: it's the gem for those who want to break away from the classic diamond without sacrificing durability.

A solitaire ruby ring expresses an ardent promise: to love with strength, courage and loyalty.

Remove your ruby ring to :

• All contact sports, heavy weight training and chlorinated water sports
• Direct exposure to heat in the kitchen

A very hot oven can dry out any treatment oils or expand the metal, weakening the setting.

Store the ring in an individual case, away from other jewelry, to avoid scratches. An annual check of the setting and professional cleaning will prolong the gem's brilliance.

Every quality natural ruby retains its color throughout its lifetime; however, its saturation can appear dull if the surface accumulates grease and micro-scratches.

A light polish at a jeweller's will restore your ruby ring to its original brilliance.

Rubies treated with glass filling, on the other hand, risk whitening or bubbling if exposed to high heat or solvents. Hence the importance of a certificate specifying the treatments undergone.

The most sought-after rubies come from :

• Burma (Mogok valley), famous for their "pigeon's blood" red colour
• Mozambique now supplies the majority of the high-end market with slightly darker deep red stones
• Sri Lanka (Ceylon) offers lighter, sometimes pinkish rubies
• Vietnam, Kenya and Greenland complete the panorama

Origin influences value, but color, purity and cut are decisive in choosing the perfect gem.

Yes, absolutely. Pairing a ruby ring with a sapphire or emerald ring creates a striking play of contrasts between the primary colors: intense red, deep blue, vibrant green.

These combinations offer a bold, refined look, ideal for creating a signature hand.

Be sure to match the settings (yellow, white or rose gold) for aesthetic consistency. Our timeless thin stackable rings are designed to be stacked without overloading the hand - express your style with a touch of color in total freedom.

The various ruby ring models cover :

• Classic solitaire
• The paved halo
• The trilogy
• Half eternity
• The thin stackable bangle

Each design sublimates the intense red hue of the ruby, whether for an engagement ring or an everyday piece of jewelry.

We offer a bespoke ring design service in 18 ct gold. Contact our team to discover the different options.