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Ruby Solitaire Necklaces

As much as it is a statement-maker, a ruby solitaire pendant also brings with it a captivating history. Its name stems from the Latin “ruber,” or red, and the gem has played a role throughout human existence.

From references in the Bible to the writings of famed ancient Roman Pliny, the ruby has since been synonymous with wealth, wisdom, and beauty. The ancient cultures of Myanmar, a land renowned for rubies, thought the fiery red stones could impart invincibility.

One glance at a ruby, however, and it is clear why our ancestors were so enthralled: the ruby’s radiance is rarely rivaled. Ranging in shades from a deep blood red to a brighter pink, all rubies share an inner fire that is unmistakable and utterly compelling.


Quick Facts

  • Rubies are one of the hardest gemstones. Second only to diamonds in strength, rubies measure a 9 on the Mohs scale, the standard scale for determining the hardness of a mineral
  • Some rubies include an inner crystal structure that reveals, when cut as a cabochon, an ethereal star-like shape on the surface of the stone when illuminated
  • Rubies that bear these stars, known as asterisms, are known as star rubies and are considered relatively rare. Even more rare is the double, or twelve-point, star ruby

Recommended Items at Auction

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A 18ct Yellow Gold Ruby Pendant Necklace with a Faceted Tecnigold Rope Chain
Feb 11, 6:00 PM AEDT
A 18ct Yellow Gold Ruby Pendant Necklace with a Faceted Tecnigold Rope Chain
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD700- AUD1,000
AUD80010 Bids
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Vintage 14k Gold & 1ctw Natural Ruby Pendant
Feb 13, 10:00 AM EST
Vintage 14k Gold & 1ctw Natural Ruby Pendant
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$258 Bids
A 9ct Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Pendant with Decorative Border & Hinged Bail
Feb 11, 6:00 PM AEDT
A 9ct Yellow Gold, Ruby & Diamond Pendant with Decorative Border & Hinged Bail
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD200- AUD300
AUD2406 Bids
Platinum Burmese Ruby & Diamond Necklace
Feb 13, 11:00 AM EST
Platinum Burmese Ruby & Diamond Necklace
by Bodnar's Auction Sales
Est: $12,000- $18,000
$1,0003 Bids
14K GOLD RUBY AND DIAMONDS NECKLACE
Feb 16, 10:00 AM EST
14K GOLD RUBY AND DIAMONDS NECKLACE
by Antique Arena Inc
Est: $100- $150
$902 Bids
18K & 14K Gold Diamond and Ruby Pendant Necklace
Feb 26, 11:00 AM EST
18K & 14K Gold Diamond and Ruby Pendant Necklace
by Hill Auction Gallery
Est: $600- $800
$3001 Bid
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10k Gold Heart Pendant W Rubies
Feb 20, 10:00 AM EST
10k Gold Heart Pendant W Rubies
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$11 Bid
An 18ct gold ruby and diamond necklace
Feb 12, 10:00 AM GMT
An 18ct gold ruby and diamond necklace
by Kinghams Auctioneers
Est: £400- £600
£2001 Bid
14K White Ruby Emerald and Diamond Cross Pendant
Feb 10, 7:00 PM AEST
14K White Ruby Emerald and Diamond Cross Pendant
by Jewellery Auctions Unlimited
Est: AUD2,897- AUD3,812
AUD7501 Bid
Heart-shaped pendant with rubies.
Feb 13, 4:00 PM CET
Heart-shaped pendant with rubies.
by Subarna Subastas
Est: €270- €500
€2500 Bids
Faceted Natural Ruby Gemstones Necklace
Feb 15, 2:00 PM EST
Faceted Natural Ruby Gemstones Necklace
by Connoisseur Online
Est: $150- $300
$1000 Bids
RUSSIAN GILT SILVER RUBY ANCHOR EGG PENDANT
Feb 16, 10:00 AM EST
RUSSIAN GILT SILVER RUBY ANCHOR EGG PENDANT
by Antique Arena Inc
Est: $100- $150
$500 Bids
Pendant with a circular design with brilliant, mar…
Feb 13, 5:00 PM CET
Pendant with a circular design with brilliant, mar…
by Subastas Segre
Est: €0- €0
€4,4000 Bids
Collier, 14kt white gold, 13 rubies totalling approx. 0.80 ct, 15.39 g, 44 cm long
Feb 21, 1:00 PM CET
Collier, 14kt white gold, 13 rubies totalling approx. 0.80 ct, 15.39 g, 44 cm long
by Auktionshaus Plückbaum
Est: €0- €0
€8500 Bids
GARGANTILLA EN ORO CON RUBÍES Y DIAMANTE.
Feb 11, 5:00 PM CET
GARGANTILLA EN ORO CON RUBÍES Y DIAMANTE.
by Aletheia Subastas
Est: €400- €500
€2400 Bids
After MOSCHINO models. Pendant bear.
Feb 13, 4:00 PM CET
After MOSCHINO models. Pendant bear.
by Subarna Subastas
Est: €1,200- €2,000
€1,2000 Bids
Horseshoe-shaped pendant with synthetic rubies in …
Feb 13, 5:00 PM CET
Horseshoe-shaped pendant with synthetic rubies in …
by Subastas Segre
Est: €0- €0
€1500 Bids
14 kt gold ruby-brilliant-pendant
Feb 28, 11:00 AM CET
14 kt gold ruby-brilliant-pendant
by Henry's Auktionshaus
Est: €980- €3,920
€9500 Bids
A mid 20th century unheated Burmese ruby and diamond floral necklace
Feb 12, 10:00 AM GMT
A mid 20th century unheated Burmese ruby and diamond floral necklace
by Kinghams Auctioneers
Est: £6,000- £8,000
£3,0000 Bids
RUSSIAN SILVER ENAMEL LADYBUG PENDANT W RUBY EYES
Feb 16, 10:00 AM EST
RUSSIAN SILVER ENAMEL LADYBUG PENDANT W RUBY EYES
by Antique Arena Inc
Est: $100- $150
$500 Bids
RUBY AND DIAMOND ROSETTE PENDANT, IN WHITE GOLD WITH CHAIN
Feb 27, 5:00 PM CET
RUBY AND DIAMOND ROSETTE PENDANT, IN WHITE GOLD WITH CHAIN
by Ansorena
Est: €900- €1,200
€6000 Bids
A DIAMOND AND RUBY BOAT PENDANT. 1.2 grams. 1.75 cm x 1.5 cm.
Feb 12, 9:00 AM GMT
A DIAMOND AND RUBY BOAT PENDANT. 1.2 grams. 1.75 cm x 1.5 cm.
by Hannam's Auctioneers
Est: £50- £75
£300 Bids

Sellers Who Sell Ruby Solitaire Necklaces


Simrit Collection

Simrit Collection

Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers

Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers

Kinghams Auctioneers

Kinghams Auctioneers