Diamond Ruby Silver Heart Vintage Engagement Ring

Ruby:

Ruby is the birthstone for July. Ruby is one of the most desirable gems. Transparent rubies of large sizes are even rarer than Diamonds. The ruby has been a symbol of vitality and royalty for centuries. The ultimate red gem, ruby has been the world's most valued gemstone for most of recorded history. According to the Bible, only wisdom and virtuous women are more precious. Burning with an unquenchable fire, ruby has long been a symbol of undying love. Ruby is the gem of courage and emotion. Its fiery brilliance attracts the eye and quickens the pulse. In legend, ruby is the gem of the heart with the power to kindle the flame of desire.

Diamond:

Diamond is the birthstone for April. Diamonds have been admired gemstones of desire since ancient times. Formed one hundred miles beneath the Earth's surface over a billion years ago, diamonds are the hardest gem of all. It is also known as "the queen of the gems and the gem of queens”. The Romans thought diamonds were so brilliant they must be fallen stars. The ancient Greeks called diamond "adamas," meaning invincible, theorizing that something so beautiful must be the crystallized teardrops of the gods. While aesthetically pleasing they also are an investment.

Emerald:

Emerald is the birthstone for May. Emeralds are among the rarest of gems having been mined for 1000s of years. The deeper and more vivid in the color of green the higher the value. As the gem of Venus and associated with Spring, Emerald symbolizes love, eternal youth and rebirth.

Blue Sapphire:

Blue Sapphire is the birthstone for September. Sapphire is a popular and rare gemstone. It is second only to diamond in terms of hardness. Sapphire symbolizes fidelity and the soul. In ancient times, a gift of a sapphire was a pledge of trust and loyalty. The ancient Persians believed the earth rests on a giant sapphire. Its reflection, they said, made the sky blue. Sapphire comes from the Greek word for blue, sappheiros, and this gem provides the most beautiful blues of the gem kingdom. Sapphire is the gem of truth. The tradition is so strong, we still think of an honest person as"true blue.

Opal:

Fireworks. Jellyfish. Galaxies. Lightning. Opal’s shifting play of kaleidoscopic colors is unlike any other gem. Because opal has the colors of other gems, the Romans thought it was the most precious and powerful of all. The Bedouins believed that opals contained lightning and fell from the sky during thunderstorms.

Amethyst:

Amethyst is the birthstone for February. Amethyst is the gem of sobriety and peace. Its name comes from the Greek "amethystos" which means "not drunken". They served wine in amethyst goblets during long banquets because they believed this wine-colored gem had the power to keep guests sober. Since the middle ages, Bishop's rings have been set with amethyst as a symbol of piety and celibacy. Leonardo da Vinci wrote that amethyst has the power to protect against evil thoughts and to sharpen the intelligence. Tibetan Buddhists use amethyst rosaries to enhance the peace and tranquility of meditation.

Garnet:

Garnet is the birthstone for January. Break open a pomegranate: see the tiny glossy red seeds? Now you can see why garnet comes from the Latin word for seed, granatum. To the ancient Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians, garnet was a tiny glossy red gem, bursting with fire. Beautiful garnet jewelry found in archeological digs is more than 5,000 years old. Garnets symbolize loyalty and kindness. In a Grimm Fairy Tale, an old lady who rescues an injured bird is rewarded with a magical garnet that lights up the night. A garnet also lit the way for Noah's Ark. In legend, garnets protect travelers when they are far from home.

Aquamarine:

Aquamarine is the birthstone for March. Aquamarine captures the beauty of the sea, its pastel blue tinged with a hint of green. The icy color is as fresh with earth tones as with other pastel shades and the perfect accompaniment to grey and navy. Legends say that aquamarine is the treasure of mermaids, with the power to keep sailors safe at sea. In addition to calming the waves, aquamarine is also said to have a soothing influence on relationships, making it a good anniversary gift. Contemplating aquamarine can inspire inner peace too. A dream of aquamarine means that you will meet new friends.

Peridot:

Peridot is the birthstone for August. Peridot is the extraterrestrial gem: tiny peridot crystals have been discovered in meteors that fall to earth. On our planet, this lime-green gem forms in volcanoes, under tremendous heat and pressure. The ancient Romans called peridot "evening emerald", since its green color did not darken at night but was still visible by lamplight. Peridot was mined in ancient Egypt on an island called Zeberget. Later, peridot was also often used to adorn medieval churches.

Lab Diamond:

Lab Grown Diamonds are precisely what the name suggests, Diamonds grown in a lab. Lab Grown Diamonds are grown using one of two different techniques which recreate the Diamond growing process that occurs beneath the Earth’s surface: High-Pressure High-Temperature (or HPHT) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (or CVD). Upon completion, each process results in a pure carbon Diamond that is 100% chemically and optically identical to a mined Diamond, the only difference lies in their origin.

Moissanite:

Brilliance, which refers to the white light reflected back to the eye, is a good measure for how much a diamond will "sparkle". Moissanite disperses light very well and is actually more brilliant than a diamond. Natural moissanite is incredibly rare on earth, it is mostly only to be found in meteorites, having first been discovered in a meteorite crater in Arizona in 1893. Today, it’s created in controlled environments to mimic the forces of nature, resulting in durable, super-hard gemstones with a minimum ecological impact, and absolutely no mining.

Tanzanite:

Tanzanite has a velvety purplish-blue unlike any other gem. Mined in only one place in the world, a five-square mile area in Merelani in Tanzania near the feet of majestic Kilimanjaro, tanzanite is exceptionally rare. This gem was discovered in 1969 and named by Tiffany & Co., who was the first to bring it to market. The secret to tanzanite's mesmerizing color is trichoism: crystals of tanzanite are three different colors from different directions. This means that blue and purple dance together in the depths of the gem as it moves and catches the light.

Moonstone:

According to Hindu mythology, moonstone is made of solidified moonbeams. Many other cultures also associate this gem with moonlight, and it’s easy to see why. Its internal structure scatters the light that strikes it, creating a phenomenon known as adularescence. The visual effect is reminiscent of the full moon shining through a veil of thin, high clouds. Legends say that moonstone brings good luck. Many believed that you could see the future if you held a moonstone in your mouth during a full moon.

Citrine:

Citrine is the birthstone for November. Citrine, derived from the citrine - a yellow fruit similar to the lemon- and meaning "lemon" in many languages, it is associated with success and prosperity. Citrine has a bright sunny color that will add a warm glow to your wardrobe.

Black Diamond:

While it is known how other diamonds are formed no one really knows for certain how black diamonds were formed. Their origin is controversial with several proposed theories, including: radiation; a meteoritic impact; formed in outer space in stellar supernova explosions; and direct conversion of organic carbon under high-pressure conditions. Black Diamonds absorb light instead of reflecting it, meaning their beauty comes from their surface which is polished like marble. While all diamonds are known for their strength and durability, black diamonds are tougher than any other diamond.

Swiss Blue Topaz:

Blue Topaz is the birthstone for December. The beautiful blue of the sky on a summer's day sparkles in every blue topaz. Fresh and breezy, blue topaz is one of the most versatile gems in nature's palette. Legend says that topaz dispels enchantment. The ancient Greeks believed that topaz has the power to increase strength and make its wearer invisible in times of emergency. Topaz was also said to change color in the presence of poisoned food or drink.

London Blue Topaz:

Known for its deep, inky blue hue. It is a gemstone that is said to promote truth, wisdom, and clear communication. It is believed to help balance the mind, body, and spirit. It’s also said to strengthen relationships by promoting emotional bonds and honesty.

Black Onyx:

The opaque black onyx takes on extra polish in eye-catching faceted cuts. It has the look of black diamond for less. This basic black gem first became popular in Victorian times, when demand for mourning jewelry led jewelry designers to look for all-black gemstones. Ancient Greek philosopher Pliny recommends soaking dark-colored quartz in sugar water for weeks, then plunging it into acid, turning the sugar to carbon and blackening the stone. That''s how black onyx was born. Today, more modern methods can be used to create the even black tone of black onyx but some still prefer the ancient technique.

Blue Diamond:

Blue diamonds are considered to be one of the rarest and most valuable types. Blue diamond symbolizes loyalty and trust. It is also one of the rarest color diamonds in existence. It is also a symbol of wealth and associated with royalty.

Rose Quartz:

Legend has it that rose quartz is the love stone, with the power to heal a broken heart. Crystal healers advise sleeping with rose quartz under your pillow every night to keep love strong. Rose quartz beads dating back to 7000 BC have been found in the area once known as Mesopotamia (today’s Iraq). Rose quartz jewelry was known to be crafted by the Assyrians around 800-600 BC. The Assyrians, along with the Romans, might have been the first to use this stone. People in the earliest recorded times believed in the magical powers of quartz. Ancient Roman, Egyptian, and Greek civilizations used quartz crystals as potent talismans. The Romans used rose quartz as a seal to signify ownership, and Egyptians believed the stone could prevent ageing.

Morganite:

The color pink has long been associated with love, romance, and femininity, making pink gemstones an obvious and popular choice for engagement rings and other romantic gifts. The color pink also flatters any skin tone. The affordability of Morganite – especially compared to Pink Diamonds – makes it easy to see why Morganite Jewelry, especially those rose gold settings, have become so popular.

Fire Opal:

Born in the fire of Mexico's volcanoes, fire opal's natural bright orange is unmatched in the gem kingdom. Fire opal glows with the fire of the sun: hot yellows, oranges, and reds so bright they look as though they might glow in the dark too. Unlike most opal, fire opal is often faceted, so you can choose sparkle as well as color. It has a hazy velvety look that intensifies its color. Its juicy color is just the right accent to earth tones or black and also looks great paired with other bright tones. Fire opal forms when water seeps into silica-rich lava, filling seams and hollows. Under heat and pressure, the silica forms a solid gel, trapping the remaining water within its structure. Small pebbles of fire opal are found embedded in lava flows.

Pink Sapphire:

Pink Sapphire is a popular and rare gemstone. It is second only to diamond in terms of hardness. Sapphire symbolizes fidelity and the soul. In ancient times, a gift of a sapphire was a pledge of trust and loyalty.

Yellow Diamond:

Yellow diamond rings combine the warmth of yellow gold and the dazzle of diamonds. Yellow diamonds are one of the most affordable and popular of the coloured diamond family, as they are not as rare as other fancy colours such as blue and green. However natural yellow colour diamonds are extremely rare, with only one out of approximately 10,000 carats mined being a natural colour diamond. Yellows are the most common, making up around 60% of the coloured diamonds.

Pink Tourmaline:

Tourmaline is the birthstone for October. Tourmaline is the gem of intuition. Legend says tourmaline inspires artistic expression. In addition to uniquely varied beauty, tourmaline has unusual electrical properties. Crystals acquire a polarized charge when heated or compressed. This property has made tourmaline the latest miracle ingredient in moisturizers: manufacturers claim the gem helps pull pollutants from your skin. Pink tourmaline was an obsession for the last empress of China, who slept on a pink tourmaline pillow to inspire good dreams.

Yellow Sapphire:

Yellow Sapphire is a popular and rare gemstone. It is second only to diamond in terms of hardness. Sapphire symbolizes fidelity and the soul. In ancient times, a gift of a sapphire was a pledge of trust and loyalty.

Green Sapphire:

Green Sapphire is a popular and rare gemstone. It is second only to diamond in terms of hardness. Sapphire symbolizes fidelity and the soul. In ancient times, a gift of a sapphire was a pledge of trust and loyalty.

White Sapphire:

White Sapphire is a popular and rare gemstone. It is second only to diamond in terms of hardness. Sapphire symbolizes fidelity and the soul. In ancient times, a gift of a sapphire was a pledge of trust and loyalty.

Green Diamond:

Green diamonds are very unusual because their colour comes from exposure to natural radiation. As the pure diamond crystals were forced from deep within the Earth's crust toward the surface, natural radiation made the colour change. Green diamonds are the second rarest colour diamonds.

Chocolate Brown Diamond:

Brown diamonds are known for their distinctive champagne hues, which exude an elegant and timeless quality. Brown diamonds are the most common colour variety of natural diamonds. In most mines, brown diamonds account for 15% of production.

Alexandrite:

Alexandrite is the birthstone for June. Alexandrite possess beautiful color-changing properties varying with different sources of light. In daylight, the stone turns shades of emerald and sea green. When lit by candles, lamps, and other incandescent lights, the gems take on a vivid red, violet, or purple hue. An eye-catching, gorgeous gemstone, alexandrite's discovery traces back to 1830 in Russia's Ural Mountains. The gemstone was discovered on Alexander II's 16th birthday and was thusly named after the future Czar. The gemstone's red and green hues mirrored those of the Imperial Russian flag, greatly enhancing its popularity throughout the empire, and for centuries to follow.

Lab Pink Diamond:

Lab Grown Diamonds are precisely what the name suggests, Diamonds grown in a lab. Lab Grown Diamonds are grown using one of two different techniques which recreate the Diamond growing process that occurs beneath the Earth’s surface: High-Pressure High-Temperature (or HPHT) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (or CVD). Upon completion, each process results in a pure carbon Diamond that is 100% chemically and optically identical to a mined Diamond, the only difference lies in their origin.

Lab Yellow Diamond:

Lab Grown Diamonds are precisely what the name suggests, Diamonds grown in a lab. Lab Grown Diamonds are grown using one of two different techniques which recreate the Diamond growing process that occurs beneath the Earth’s surface: High-Pressure High-Temperature (or HPHT) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (or CVD). Upon completion, each process results in a pure carbon Diamond that is 100% chemically and optically identical to a mined Diamond, the only difference lies in their origin.

Lab Blue Diamond:

Lab Grown Diamonds are precisely what the name suggests, Diamonds grown in a lab. Lab Grown Diamonds are grown using one of two different techniques which recreate the Diamond growing process that occurs beneath the Earth’s surface: High-Pressure High-Temperature (or HPHT) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (or CVD). Upon completion, each process results in a pure carbon Diamond that is 100% chemically and optically identical to a mined Diamond, the only difference lies in their origin.

Lab Green Diamond:

Lab Grown Diamonds are precisely what the name suggests, Diamonds grown in a lab. Lab Grown Diamonds are grown using one of two different techniques which recreate the Diamond growing process that occurs beneath the Earth’s surface: High-Pressure High-Temperature (or HPHT) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (or CVD). Upon completion, each process results in a pure carbon Diamond that is 100% chemically and optically identical to a mined Diamond, the only difference lies in their origin.

Salt & Pepper Diamond:

A truly unique type of diamond. The phrase “salt and pepper” refers to the mix of many black and white inclusions, giving the stone a silky grey and speckled look. Salt and pepper diamonds can carry profound symbolic meaning. The inclusion of dark and light specks within the stone represents the ups and downs of life, reminding us that beauty can be found even in imperfection. If you’re a romantic who resonates with the idea of embracing life's complexities and finding joy in the journey, a salt and pepper diamond can serve as a powerful symbol in your love story.