Rubies from Africa fill the void left by Burmese rubies with their flashes of rich red

      With prized Burmese ruby mines virtually depleted, gem hunters have turned to Africa in their quest to find the perfect red gem.     Higher in value than sapphires or emeralds, and often more valuable than diamonds, the most coveted rubies have traditionally emerged from the ancient Mogok mines in Upper Burma,…

Van Cleef & Arpels’ fluttering butterflies

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra butterfly earrings. This Parisian house known for its butterfly and other gentle creatures presents new versions of this pretty summertime visitor.  And with brooches making a comeback, these lepidopterous insects are perfectly poised to catch the trend. Van Cleef & Arpels Tuileries butterfly earrings     Van Cleef & Arpels…

GIA 2.22 Ct UNHEATED Natural VS1 Red Ruby Diamond 14k White Gold Ring

 Extremely Rare “VS1 Clarity” and Vivid “Crimson Red Color” (said to be the ultimate red color for a ruby), GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Natural Ruby & Diamond Solid 14k White Gold Engagement Cocktail Ring. As noted in the GIA Certification, this world class ruby specimen is unheated with the most sought after Crimson Red…

Gorgeous Ruby and Diamond Jewelry

A Gorgeous Selection of Ruby and Diamond Jewelry. The vibrant reds contrast the sparkling white diamonds. The allure of the red ruby has been existed since the dawn of civilization. Rubies have signified beauty and power for many ancient civilizations.  We have selected a few gorgeous pieces from master jewelers ranging from Graff Diamonds to…

GIA 2.47 ct Unheated Natural VS1 Ruby Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring

Extremely Rare “VS1 CLARITY” and VIVID Red Color, GIA Certified 2.47 Carat Natural Ruby & Diamond Solid 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring. As noted in the GIA Certification, this world class ruby specimen is unheated with the sought after Purplish Red color found only in the finest of genuine rubies. Unheated rubies are among the…

Cindy Chao Creates Gorgeous Art With Jewels

Cindy Chao’s creations are as much precious miniature sculptures as they are jewels to be worn on a night out. The layers of detail in each hand sculpted wax-cast piece is evident in the rich visual treat of her jewels.   Cindy Chao’s creations are as much precious miniature sculptures as they are jewels to…

Eyes Desire Gemstone Gold Jewelry

Gorgeous 10K,14k, and 18K yellow, white, and rose gold at Eyes Desire Gemstone Gold Jewelry. Stunning Rings, Necklaces, Earrings, Bracelets, and many more gorgeous fine gold jewelry pieces available. The store is on Amazon.com, and many of the products at Eyes Desire Gemstone Gold Jewelry offer free shipping and returns.

Rubies coming out of Africa fill the void left by Burmese rubies with their flashes of rich red

Rubies out of Africa fill the void left by Burmese rubies with their flashes of rich red With prized Burmese ruby mines virtually depleted, gem hunters have turned to Africa in their quest to find the perfect red gem. Gemfields, a mining company dedicated to conquering the colored gemstone market, has added a larger number and more…