MTJ Gift Guide: Vintage Rubies

Dec 6

Every season is jewelry gift-giving season. When in doubt, go small, sparkly, and sentimental. Find holiday and milestone gift-giving ideas with our MTJ gift guides. And go ahead, treat yourself once in a while just because.

King (or queen) of the gemstones

Move over Valentine's Day, these delectable red gems are coming in hot as the gift that will sparkle and glow just like the bulbs of a Christmas tree. Ruby is one of the oldest gemstones used in jewelry, and it continues to be one of the most valuable stones. Many ancient cultures considered ruby to be king (or queen) of the gemstones, and wore it to protect them from illness or harm. Possessing a ruby has been thought to promote wisdom, wealth, and success, as well as symbolize passion, love, and devotion. Paired with a romantic vintage setting, these rubies are the ultimate sentimental gift.

RockShop Vintage Ruby and Sapphire Flower Ring, $750

Reliable Gold 1940's Retro Ruby & Diamond Earrings in Rose Gold, $4,400

Esqueleto Vintage Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Ring, $7,400

Once Upon a Diamond Triple Strand Ruby Bead Necklace, $1,895

Fancy Basket Gemstone Stud Earrings 18k- Heirloom by Doyle & Doyle, $650

Jae’s Fine Jewelers Vintage Inspired Ruby Necklace, $1,250

Antique Victorian Bangle Bracelet 10 Karat Yellow Gold with Ruby and Diamond, $1,075

Trumpet & Horn Ruby Tiara Ring, $6,800

Tiina Smith Cartier Ruby and Diamond Earrings, price upon request

Fox & Bond French Victorian Ruby and Pearl 18k Gold Locket, $1,930

Editor: Samantha Durbin
Curator: Sam Van deWalle

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