Betty asks…
As I've never been to a public school, but I'm going next year. so as my question says, would it be ok to wear my yacht master/red ruby diamond pinkie ring/gold crucifix/yellow gold bracelet to my new public school? It's not a ghetto school, its small. Maybe seven hundred. I've heard of iPod getting stolen there because kids leave them in their backpacks or lockers, but not pick pocketed or anything.
No. Unfortunately, it only takes one thief to take your treasures. I would leave such precious items at home.
Sandy asks…
When I got married, I really wanted a yellow gold ring. I also wanted a ruby center with little diamonds on the side instead of a diamond center. It was really hard to find that combination in yellow gold. Even the diamond engagement rings were all in white gold.
I have an olive tone to my skin and white gold looks horrible on me. All the jewelers I spoke with tried to convince me to go with white gold. I finally found exactly what I was looking for, but it took a while. I'm just wondering, why is it so hard to find yellow gold anymore? I know, in my mother's day, it was very popular.
It's a fashion trend, Hon... yes, even in jewelry and metal preferences, there are trends... right now it's white gold... and not a very good quality either because jewelers are plating it in rhodium to hide the fact it's off color...
I don't know WHAT the problem is with today's white gold. I won't buy it unless it's an estate piece or made before 1980.
Anyway my wife's current bridal set is yellow gold...and she went with her heart's preference - the engagement ring has gemstones with diamonds as an accent only. We selected yellow gold because the quality of the white gold nowadays is questionable, and since most of my good jewelry is either white gold (old) or sterling, I wanted the bridal rings to stand out....obviously I have no problems mixing metals.
Glad you found exactly what you wanted and didn't kow-tow to a trend you don't care for - it is always nice to find a reliable jeweler you can trust and work with...
One last thought: I just don't get people saying yellow gold isn't 'classy' or it's 'out dated'... that's trendy talk, not fact... opinions influenced by what is being pushed by the jewelry market today... nothing compares to the warm glow of yellow gold, or the soft silvery-gray sheen of platinum or good white gold, or the brilliant mirror brightness of sterling silver. It's all personal preference.
Ruth asks…
I prefer silver or white gold jewelry. However, I have a yellow gold and ruby ring that was my grandmother's that I wear in remembrance of her. It's just a little piece of her that I like to keep close. I feel like if I wear any other rings on that hand, they should be gold, but I don't really like gold. What are my options? My wedding set is silver and I wear on my left hand (obviously lol) and I wear my grandmother's ring on my middle finger on my right hand. Everything else (necklaces, bracelets, etc.) is silver or white gold... is it ok? Or does it look tacky?
I think it be fine... As with many things you can make your jewelry your own fashion statement - wear it with confidence. I love yellow gold - you might want to give it more of chance in your mind's eye...
Of course, you can also place the ring on a necklace and wear it "hidden," if you want to have her near you.
Mary asks…
I have a ring with a 3x5mm ruby set in 14k yellow gold. I don't like the style of the band, and I don't wear yellow gold. I'm thinking about getting it reset into a white gold band, and maybe adding two tiny diamonds from a pair of earrings that I don't wear very often. I think it would make a much nicer ring, but what would the price range for this be?
I would guess somewhere in the neighborhood of $15-$20 to set the ruby, if it is a prong setting. A bezel setting would cost $20 for the 2 small diamonds - I would use prong setting if they are not too small - if smaller than 2mm, you could set them with some beads (bead setting) in the ring shank.
Chris asks…
I've recently started wearing a yellow gold army ring...it doesn't have the antique finish, it is just gold with the ruby. My Grandpa gave it to me when I was a junior in high school, and I wore it for a few years then put it up. I recently graduated college, and instead of a class ring I decided to wear it to honor my Grandpa who died before I was able to graduate college. He got it in 1939 after he enlisted in the military. My thing is, it is a little flashy, and most people don't wear yellow gold jewelry. I like it, but it stands out. Do you think people will look at me funny because I wear it?
This is what it looks like, except it has a ruby stone and does not have any black around the letters, it is only gold.
http://www.byamericanco.com/images/Army%20ring%20plain.jpg
Wear it - first, it is a nice looking ring. Second, you are honoring your grandfather and the army. Jewelry should express your desires and personality, not what is "fashionable" at the moment.
I don't know why anyone would think it funny - unless they are very shallow...
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Mandy asks…
Is there an equivalent to the Diamond District for ruby jewelry? I'm looking for rings specifically. Thanks.
Some of the most beautiful rubies can be found in Jackson Heights, in the Indian district. Rubies are a favorite stone in India, many are mined there and in Sri Lanka, too. Take the 'E' train to Roosevelt Ave and walk around. There are so many glittering jewelry shops and really, you will have not seen anything quite like it. Rubies, pearls, emeralds...all set in bright yellow 22 karat gold. Amazing...
Maria asks…
Following up my last question. I need to find a place were I can buy some sort jewelry like a necklace or bracelet. And it needs to have rubies or a ruby. If anyone has any ideas as to were, and the cost, I implore you to tell me ASAP. Many thanks.
Most of your chain stores like wal-mart carry good quality jewelry for far less than that. You can get created rubies really inexpensively, or you can go for real rubies set in Gold as earrings (like 1/4 carat) for $25, or bigger, or more set in silver for far less than $100.
I once got a set of 1/4 carat Ruby Earrings set in 10 carat gold for $11 at a K-mart. My wife still has them after 13 years.
Hope this helps...
Ken asks…
Does anyone know what is the biggest one whole stone ruby made jewelry, like ring, in the world?
I have a 71ctw ruby ring, got it off an auction. I wonder if it is the biggest.
Thanks! The ruby ring is certified by GIA graduates. The question is pertaining to a made jewelry; not necessarily a stone alone. Thanks all!
I don't know about rubies set into rings, but the largest ruby is 18,696 ct. The largest cut ruby is 400ctw.
And it's highly doubtful you bought a high quality71 ctw ruby, especially at auction (unless it was Sothebys). A 71 ctw ruby would have mapping done and tracked carefully. It would cost a LOT. A fine quality 16 ctw ruby recently sold for $3.6 million. While low quality ,throwaway rubies sell for a few dollars per carat. TIt is possible you bought a 71ctw "throwaway" ruby, in other words, one that was poorly cut and in very poor, cloudy, bad quality. It may look pretty to an untrained eye, but an expert could see it's in such poor condition it would have been scrapped.
Perhaps you bought a .71 ctw (less then 3/4 ct) or you bought a synthetic ruby gemstone, a lab-grown rub. And you may have been scammed and it's just glass. Take it to a jewelry store and they'll tell you (free). A 4 ctw low-grade ruby piece sells for a few thousand.
"Large rubies of quality are far more rare than large sapphires of equal quality. Indeed, any untreated ruby of quality above two carats is a rare stone; untreated rubies of fine quality above five carats are world-class pieces."
World class pieces are closely tracked. And would NOT be mailed or shipped but sent via courier.
Michael asks…
The base of the dress is orange and has a heavy Silver work on its blouse and the belt of the skirt.
I was wondering to get a different look. So any one of you can suggest something with which i look a bit different. I mean should i go for more orange or more silver in the jewellery. And somebody also suggested Ruby wud look good with orange-silver combination. What do u guys say? Its a pure orangy orange colour dress. In jewellery...Looking for ear-rings and something for neck.
My answer largely depends on the specific shade of orange you're referring to. A red-orange, ruby would pick up some of the red tones in the fabric, and work well.
Blue is the opposite of orange, so something in sapphire or topaz, perhaps even aquamarine would work well. Emeralds/other green stones, too.
Pretty much, the jewellery you wear is supposed to complement the garments as well as provide a little 'pop' or contrast. I'd primarily focus on silver metals, while varying the color of the stones/enamel, etc. Tthe choice ultimately resides with you, and I'd trust your own fashion judgement. If you think it looks good, go with it - make a fashion statement.
Good luck.
Mark asks…
I bought a ruby in silver setting in Gems Gallery in Thailand, it is the Thailand's world largest jewelry store. It has 6 rubies on it, then when the 2 got missing i went to a jewelry store in my home country Philippines to replace the missing 2, but then the jeweler said the remaining 4 are fakes. Should i believe them? they're just a small store.
Definitely get another opinion in order to be sure, but it is possible they are not naturally grown rubies.
Donald asks…
For example all of the July birthdays, do you find you wear jewelry that has a ruby color more than other colors?
See an example of a Ruby colored design
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7883326
I mean, if you don't like your birth stone then I guess you don't. It seems natural to gravitate to the color of your birthstone is it a mystical effect? If you are born in March, where the birthstone is aquamarine, don"t you just love that color?
Since we are likely to receive gifts, even at a young age, related to our birthstone(s), it does seem natural to be enculturated to appreciate and seek out that color in other parts of our lives.
Sharon asks…
I inherited a huge collection of loose gemstones, and rather than just leave them the way they are, I would love to design my own jewelry, underwear sets and shoes and have them custom made for me in my sizes. Similar to the diamond bra and panty set that Victoria's Secret comes out with every year that cost millions. And also famous actresses who wore shoes made out of diamonds, rubies, or some other cool stone. I have heard of custom jewelry makers on tv, but when I researched their websites they didn't say they do anything that I am looking for. Are there any companies or independent designers in the U.S . that can help me accomplish this? I would probably also donate some of the finished products to fundraisers for charity. If anyone knows anything, I would love to hear from you!
A quick search online for custom designed jewelry will provide many possibilities, for example: http://www.couturejewelers.com/.
You may also want to cultivate a relationship with a local jeweler designer. If you don't know of one, check out local cultural centers in your nearest town or city - often creative jewelers will have shops in these areas and, of course, ask around...
Donna asks…
My grandmother gave it to me in a huge box of costume jewelry she had and it is gold and has a large weave design... inside, it says Trifari with a copyright symbol... Where could I go to check if its real? Even if it is real, could it be worth anything? She has given me things before she said were costume jewelry and they turned out to be real diamonds or emeralds or rubies or something... Just going through the jewelry to make sure nothing is mistaken for something of low value...
It should be real, if it is stamped. Trifari was founded in 1910 and was popular in the 1930's through 50's. It is costume jewelry using rhinestones and semi-precious gems.
Depending upon it's condition, you can probably sell it to a consignment shop, an estate sale manager (look up 'estate sales' in the yellow pages or on-line) or an antique store. Ebay also sells a lot of that type of thing. The value really isn't much as like I said, it is costume jewelry. Mostly these items are collected as vintage pieces and are nostalgic and beautiful.
Online these things sell for 30 to 100.00 average depending on the size and condition of the piece. I suggest you keep it as a memory of your grandmother. Have fun with all of your fun "finds"!
Sandra asks…
I have not yet seen the engagement ring, but he has described it to me as it is still being made. He said that it is very unique and he designed it. I know that the center stone is a ruby surrounded by diamonds, but from certain comments I've overheard, I feel that he may have paid too much for the ring. Is there a way to ask without seeming unappreciative? I am not a flashy person who wears a lot of jewelry but he is very proud of the ring he is having made. Should I even ask? I have heard him make comments about how he cannot pay for some things because he just made a big purchase (my ring) and he has told me that we cannot put deposits down on our vendors for the wedding yet because he has to work more to recoup what he paid for the ring. That sounds like he paid too much to me?
It depends on the size, clarity and if the ruby is lab created or natural.
Rubies often are light in color-they can be cloudy and rather pinkish
A natural ruby saturated with deep color, clear and flawless is rare....and the larger the stone the more expensive.
Most diamonds that surround the main stone are small, therefore not nearly as costly as a larger solitary stone.
If he has purchased a lab created ruby do not fret....it's physical and chemical properties, it's durability, etc is IDENTICAL to a natural ruby. It IS a ruby... it's just that the stone was grown in a lab under the exact same conditions, but controlled conditions and with the exact same minerals as a natural ruby - the ONLY difference is that lab created rubies are flawless, and more affordable. Since there would be no flaws or fissures in a lab created ruby, the stone would be less likely to split, crack, chip or become damaged along any flaw a natural stone would have.
Listen, all he said is that he wants to recoup what he paid out for your ring rather than go into debt by putting deposits down on venues NOW... and that seems very wise and reasonable to me. I would be pleased that he wants the best that he can afford for you for an e-ring... what would be too much for a ring, if he went into heavy debt over it.
Do not fuss, it may be only be a matter of a few month's worth of payments...and this will give you more time to plan and prepare for the wedding that you wish to have. I know you are 'chomping at the bit' as far as getting those wedding plans underway but things worth it are worth waiting for.
Lucky girl, to have a guy who takes pride in the e-ring he gives her....he must believe you are very special to take such care in getting the 'perfect' ring...so don't knock it Hon....enjoy.
