Art Deco Ruby
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 Fab Art Deco c1920s DIAMOND RUBY PLATINUM RING  US $11,000.00
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 MAGNIFICENT FRENCH ART DECO 18K GOLD DIAMOND RUBY PEARL NECKLACE US $11,000.00
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 ESTATE ART DECO 2ct CUSHION DIAMOND RUBY PLATINUM RING US $10,195.75
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 Magnificent Art Deco 123C Round Diamond Rubies Onyx Plat Ring US $6,700.00
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 Art Deco 111ct Natural Ruby 150ct Diamond Platinum Ring Size 625 US $6,500.00
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 Art Deco Diamond and Ruby Platinum Ring US $6,500.00
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 Top Top Art Deco Platinum Ruby and Diamonds Ring US $5,611.49
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 Art Deco 18ct Ruby Baguette Diamond Ring US $5,532.45
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 Fine Art Deco Platinum Diamond Ruby Ring US $5,500.00
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 ART DECO 10CT RUBY 128CT DIAMOND FRENCH RING US $4,346.93
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 PLATINUM RUBY 925CT OVAL CUT RING ART DECO US $4,395.00
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 048 ct Diamond and Ruby White Gold Stud Earrings Art Deco Style Vintage US $4,188.86
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 Art Deco Diamond Ruby Ladies Ring US $2,700.00
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 1950s ESTATE 18K ART DECO STYLE RUBY DIAMOND EARRINGS US $2,695.00
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 675CT DIAMOND RUBY EMERALD NECKLACE VICTORIAN STYLE ART DECO WEDDING US $2,680.00
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 BEAUTIFUL ART DECO 18CT RUBY DIAMOND BRACELET US $1,817.81
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 GORGEOUS ART DECO PLATINUM DIAMONDS RUBY LADIES RING US $1,850.00
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 ESTATE ART DECO 83ct DIAMOND 20ct RUBY PLATINUM RING US $1,848.00
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 ANTIQUE ART DECO 18K 085ct DIAMOND RUBY ENGAGMENT RING US $1,699.99
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 ANTIQUE ART DECO 5ct EURO DIAMOND 55ct RUBY RING 1930 US $1,695.75
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 ART DECO STYLE 60ctw DIAMOND 90ctw RUBY STUD EARRINGS US $1,695.75
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Celebrate Your Engagement With The Perfect Ring
The giving or receiving of a ring upon becoming betrothed goes back to the most ancient civilizations. However, these were usually just a simple band of metal rather than the elaborate gems modern brides consider today. The oldest known diamond rings was bestowed in 1477 by the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian to his fiancee, Mary of Burgundy. Diamonds were then very rare and only the richest could afford them. But during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the supply increased dramatically. Average income also increased during the Industrial Revolution. The combination of the two factors allowed diamonds to be purchased by more people.
Solitaire engagement rings are the most popular variety sold. The term technically refers to a ring with a single stone, regardless of cut. However, a round cut is the most common, although there are many different ways to mount it. The round cut is considered to be optimal for enhancing the reflective properties of a diamond.
A popular variation on the solitaire is the trilogy ring. This style has a large center stone with two smaller stones flanking it. These are normally all diamonds, but in recent times there have been many variations. Sometimes the center stone is a ruby, sapphire, or emerald. The bride's birthstone is also sometimes used.
Many modern brides long for an antique engagement ring. Since they only have to be more than 50 years old to qualify, the majority are diamond rings quite similar to modern ones. However, during the twenties and thirties, the art deco movement led to the design of some novel mounts and the use of colorful stones. Rings that are older than a century or so may not even have any diamonds at all, especially those that date back to the 1600s and earlier. Most of the rings of this age use other gems, and many also have very elaborate mountings.
Princess cut engagement rings have become very popular in recent years. A princess cut is flat on the top and square in shape. The stone may be set so that it is flush with the band, but the usual mount has prongs that cover the corners of the stone.
Rectangular cuts with flat tops and faceted sides are called emerald cuts. A marquis cut is round but tapers at both ends to points. Pears are round and large on one end with a sharp point at the other. Pears are seldom used as solitaires due to their awkward shape, but may be used with additional cuts of diamonds in a ring. However, they are more commonly used as settings for earrings and pendants.
Many of the modern conceptions regarding diamonds are due to promotional campaigns by major jewelers. One such example is the rule of thumb suggesting a groom buy a ring priced at 2-3 months' salary. This was not known until a jeweler launched a marketing campaign to encourage spending. Regardless, diamonds are still the most popular choice for engagement rings, although mountings, size, and cut can vary. Today, diamonds are more affordable, plentiful, and varied, allowing virtually any bride to sport a diamond on her hand.
Typical Art Deco ruby and diamond engagement ring (11227-0017)
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