July Birthstone: Ruby Jewelry and Gems
Ruby is the July birthstone, the red variety of corundum and one of the most treasured gemstones. This collection gathers our natural ruby pieces: ruby and diamond halo studs and spike ball studs in solid 18K gold, and loose Mozambique rubies for an engagement or signet ring. Every treatment is disclosed.
Choosing July birthstone jewelry
Ruby and sapphire are the same mineral, corundum, rated 9 on the Mohs scale. Only the red colour, which comes from chromium, makes a ruby a ruby. That hardness means ruby jewellery handles daily wear well.
Colour is the main thing to judge. The most sought-after rubies are a pure to slightly purplish red with strong saturation. Mozambique has become one of the most important sources of fine ruby, known for bright red stones.
Treatment matters even more with ruby than with sapphire. Many low-priced rubies on the market are filled with lead glass, which is fragile. Our rubies are heat only, with no glass filling. Heat is the standard, permanent treatment for ruby, and we disclose it on each listing.
For a gift, the studs are solid 18K gold, in classic ruby and diamond halo designs or a modern spike ball. For a ring, start with a loose Mozambique ruby and have it set in the metal of your choice.
Ruby is also the traditional gemstone for 15th and 40th wedding anniversaries, and the Cancer stone in our zodiac necklaces.
FAQ
What is the July birthstone?
Ruby, the red variety of corundum.
Are your rubies glass filled?
No. Our rubies are heat only, the standard treatment, with no lead-glass filling.
What is the difference between ruby and sapphire?
They are the same mineral, corundum. Red corundum is ruby; every other colour is sapphire.
How fast do you ship, and can I return it?
Orders ship the next business day from Toronto with free worldwide shipping, gift-wrapped free with a handwritten card. Returns are accepted within 30 days, and holiday orders placed Nov 1 to Dec 31 can be returned until January 31.
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