: A classic choice featuring a single ruby, often used for engagement or promise rings.
: Typically silver-based rings with lab-created or lower-grade natural rubies.
: Handmade Victorian-inspired rings in solid silver.
When shopping for a ruby, experts from the GIA recommend focusing on the :
: Luxury statement pieces in 14k gold, such as those from Etsy .
: Often 14k gold settings with small diamonds and natural rubies.
: Natural rubies often have tiny inclusions (called "silk"). If a stone is perfectly clear, it might be synthetic or glass-filled.
: Designs inspired by past eras, often featuring intricate detailing like "pigeon blood" rubies or Victorian-style settings.