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Pigeon's Blood Ruby and Diamond Floral Ring

We are so excited to feature this stunning diamond and ruby ring that belongs to a lady whose husband loved to shower her with beautiful jewelry. This is a very special piece in her collection - an antique floral ring with pigeon blood rubies - by far, the most precious and rarest of rubies from Burma (now Myanmar). According to the Burmese, there is no finer ruby than the pigeon's blood ruby, known for its deep, bold red color. Some even say there is a hint of blue or a red-magenta hue that is similar to that of freshly drawn pigeon blood - hence the name.  

Cut: 16 pear shaped pigeon's blood rubies, 7 round brilliant diamond center stones

Setting: Floral setting on gold band

About this ring:  Part of a matching set with earrings. Stones are from Burma, setting from Hong Kong.

Emerald and Diamond Antique Heirloom Set

We must admit, we got a little emotional when we saw this stunning emerald collection that is over 70 years old! This antique emerald and diamond ring was given to a very special lady in the 1930's in Paris - her husband was clearly well ahead of his time in taste. The Art Deco Movement of the 20's and 30's introduced new styles in jewelry that featured bold colors and geometric shapes such as these. This was the new "modern" look. Collections like these bring a whole new meaning and appreciation to heirloom jewelry.

Cut: Emerald Center stone with round brilliant hexagonal halo setting

Jeweler: Renee Puisant of Van Cleef & Arpels

About this ring: This ring comes as part of a complete, and just as gorgeous set. Below are the bracelet, necklace, and earrings.

 

 

Round Brilliant Heirloom Engagement Ring with Baguettes

This stunning heirloom diamond engagement ring has maintained the same setting and band size for over three generations. Unlike her sister, this bride decided to keep the original setting of the diamond as it was so timeless and elegant. The round brilliant center diamond paired with the tapered baguettes make a dazzling combination, maintaining a definite symmetry and balance. This ring manages to uphold a certain charm and quality that is visible to any onlooker.

Heirloom rings that are untouched like this are very unique. Oftentimes, heirloom rings contain stones that have been fashioned from other pieces of jewelry, such as necklaces, earrings, brooches etc. Split rings, where the diamonds from one heirloom has been refashioned and used into multiple rings, are common as well.

Cut: Round Brilliant with Tapered Baguettes

Carat: 4.10 center + 0.50 baguettes

Setting: Four prong and end-prong set in platinum

Jeweler: Harry Winston

About this Ring: This ring was my maternal grandmother's engagement ring, given to her by her second husband in 1965. My mom inherited the ring when her mother passed and saved it for my engagement. The ring happened to fit perfectly; I did not even have to have it sized!