2.25 CT Oval Ruby Faceted Couture Ring in Platinum with 14kt Yellow Gold

This pink ruby ring is a one-of-a-kind couture piece in platinum with yellow gold, built around an oval ruby in a vivid, hot pink-red, listed at 2.25 carats. The ruby is set east to west in a polished yellow gold bezel, pear-shaped diamonds sit above and below it, and pavé diamonds sweep down both shoulders into a platinum band. What follows describes the exact ring you will see in our Boca Raton showroom.

The oval pink ruby

The center stone is an oval faceted ruby in a vivid pink-red with purple flashes, the kind of saturated, glowing color that catches the eye from across a room. It is listed at 2.25 carats, a generous size for a ruby, and it has the brightness and life that only a well-cut stone shows.

Ruby is the red variety of corundum, and lighter, pinker corundum sits right at the border between ruby and pink sapphire. The Gemological Institute of America explains that the line between the two is a matter of color saturation. This stone is recorded as ruby, and whatever name you prefer, it is the same hard, durable gem.

Corundum sits at 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, second only to diamond. That is why rubies are among the best colored stones for a ring you intend to wear often: they resist scratches and keep their polish for decades.

In a pink ruby ring, the oval is faceted to return as much light as possible, so the color flashes rather than sitting flat. As you move your hand, the stone shifts between hot pink, raspberry red and a hint of violet.

An east west ruby ring

What sets this ring apart is the orientation of the stone. Instead of pointing along the finger, the oval lies across it, set east to west. That is why this is known as an east west ruby ring, a setting style that feels modern and unexpected while showing off the full width of the stone.

An east west ruby ring also sits lower and wider on the hand. It makes the ruby look broader, gives the ring a sleek, horizontal line and is less likely to catch on clothing than a tall, north-south setting.

The ruby is held in a yellow gold bezel that wraps its sides, leaving the top and bottom open to the light. The warm gold frames the pink stone like a picture frame and makes its color look richer against the white platinum around it.

A ruby and diamond ring with pavé shoulders

This is a true ruby and diamond ring. Above and below the center stone sit two pear-shaped diamonds of about 0.20 carats each, their points aimed at the ruby so they frame it top and bottom.

On either side of this ruby and diamond ring, the shoulders are covered in pavé diamonds, set close together so they form a continuous surface of sparkle. The pavé tapers as it runs down toward the band, which leads the eye back to the center stone.

The diamonds are recorded as G color, in the near-colorless range, and VS2 clarity. Set in platinum, they look bright and white, which gives the pink ruby maximum contrast.

A platinum ruby ring with a gold accent

The band and shoulders are platinum, the densest and most durable of the precious metals used in fine jewelry. Platinum is naturally white, so it never needs plating, and it holds small diamonds securely because the metal moves rather than wears away.

That makes this a platinum ruby ring built to last. The weight of platinum also gives the ring a solid, substantial feel on the finger.

On this platinum ruby ring, the yellow gold appears only around the center stone. That small touch of warm metal is what turns a classic platinum ring into something more distinctive.

Why a two tone ruby ring works

A two tone ruby ring combines white and yellow metals in one design, and here the combination has a clear purpose. The white platinum and diamonds give the ring brightness and a crisp outline; the yellow gold bezel warms the ruby and makes it the focus.

A two tone ruby ring is also easy to wear with other jewelry. This one sits comfortably beside both white metal and yellow gold pieces, so it works whether your other rings, bracelets and watches are platinum, white gold or yellow gold.

How this pink ruby ring wears

A pink ruby ring is bright and cheerful without being loud. The color flatters every skin tone, and the low east west setting makes it comfortable enough to wear every day.

It works equally well on its own as a statement ring or as a right-hand ring alongside a wedding set. The pavé shoulders give it enough sparkle for evening wear, while the sleek profile suits daytime.

We will fit it on you in the showroom so you can see how it looks on your hand, and we can size it to fit.

A July birthstone ring

Ruby is the birthstone for July, and GIA's guide to the July birthstone covers its long history as a stone of passion and protection. A vivid pink ruby is a fresh, modern way to give the July stone.

Ruby is also the traditional gift for the fortieth wedding anniversary, and its color makes it a natural choice for Valentine's Day or any occasion that celebrates love.

Ruby has been prized for thousands of years. In ancient Sanskrit it was called ratnaraj, the king of precious stones, and rulers across Asia and Europe wore it as a symbol of power and protection. Some of the most famous red stones in royal collections later turned out to be spinel, a reminder of how highly the color itself was always valued. Giving a ruby today continues a tradition that stretches back further than almost any other gemstone.

Ruby versus pink sapphire

Ruby and pink sapphire are the same mineral, corundum, and they share the same hardness and durability. The difference is color: deeper, more saturated red stones are called ruby, lighter pink stones are called pink sapphire, and there is no single line where one becomes the other.

Different laboratories and markets draw that line in slightly different places, which is why a vivid pink-red stone like this one can be described either way. What matters for you is the stone itself: its color, brightness and cut, all of which you can judge in person.

The International Gem Society gives a good overview of ruby and how it compares with other red and pink stones.

Where fine rubies come from

Rubies are mined in a handful of places around the world. Myanmar, historically known as Burma, has long been famous for vivid, glowing rubies, and Thailand and Cambodia were once major sources. Today much of the world's supply comes from East Africa, particularly Mozambique, along with Madagascar, Tanzania and Sri Lanka.

Each source tends to produce stones with a slightly different character, from purplish pink to deep red. The vivid pink-red of this stone is one of the most lively tones in the ruby range, and it is a color that looks beautiful in both daylight and warm evening light.

Ruby's color comes from traces of chromium in the corundum crystal. The same chromium gives many rubies a faint fluorescence, which is why the best of them seem to glow from within.

Wearing a two tone ruby ring with other jewelry

The easiest way to style a two tone ruby ring is to lean into both of its metals. Platinum or white gold bands on neighboring fingers echo the band, while a yellow gold bracelet or watch picks up the warm bezel around the ruby.

If you wear a wedding set, this ring works well on the right hand, where it has room to be seen. Diamond studs or a simple pendant complete the look without competing.

Pink and red also pair beautifully with pearls, which soften the color and make an elegant combination for evening.

A pink ruby ring for an engagement

Some couples choose a colored stone instead of a diamond for an engagement ring, and a pink ruby ring is a striking choice. Ruby is hard enough for daily wear, the east west setting sits low and protects the stone, and the pavé shoulders give the ring the sparkle people expect from an engagement ring.

If you are considering it for a proposal, we can help you choose a matching or contoured wedding band, and we will make sure the ring is sized properly before the big day.

How to judge a ruby and diamond ring in person

Start with color. Look for vivid, even color across the ruby without brownish or overly dark areas. Tilt it slowly; the best stones stay bright across the face rather than showing dark patches or pale windows.

Next, look at the diamonds. The pavé on the shoulders should sparkle evenly, with no dark gaps where stones are missing, and the pear-shaped diamonds should be bright and well matched.

Then look at the setting. The bezel should wrap the ruby evenly on both sides, and the stone should sit level. On an east west setting, check that the stone lies straight across the finger.

Finally, look at the band. It should be round and even, with no thin spots. That is where a well-made platinum ruby ring shows its quality.

What sets this east west ruby ring apart

Most ruby rings set the stone lengthwise in a basket of prongs. This one lies the stone across the finger in a gold bezel, frames it with pear-shaped diamonds and carries it on pavé shoulders in platinum. Every choice is deliberate, and together they make a ring that looks both classic and current.

And because it is a single piece, you will not see it on anyone else. This is the only one in our case.

Choosing a pink ruby ring as a gift

A pink ruby ring is a joyful gift, and the most important question is size. We can size it after purchase, so if you are buying it as a surprise, bring a ring the person already wears on the same finger and we will measure it.

The other question is style. If the person likes color and modern design, this ring will suit them well. If they prefer traditional settings, we have other rubies in the case, and we will tell you honestly which would suit them best.

Caring for a platinum ruby ring

Clean the ring with warm water, a drop of mild soap and a soft brush, working gently into the pavé where lotion and dust collect. Rinse and dry with a lint-free cloth. Our jewelry care guide goes through the process step by step.

Take your pink ruby ring off for gardening, gym work and heavy housework. Pavé diamonds are set with small beads of metal, and a hard knock can loosen one.

Bring it in once a year and we will clean it professionally and check every diamond and the bezel at no charge. Platinum develops a soft satin patina over time; we can polish it back to a bright finish whenever you like.

Appraisal, documentation and what you receive

Every ruby ring at this level leaves with a written appraisal describing the metal, the stones, the measurements and a stated replacement value for insurance. That document is what your insurer will ask for, and it is worth updating every few years as metal and gem prices move. Our jewelry appraisals page explains how we do it.

You can see our full range of rings alongside this one, and our diamond and gemstone education pages set out how grading actually works. If you would like a piece altered, or something built around a stone you already own, we do that too through our design service.

See this pink ruby ring in Boca Raton

Photographs of pink and red stones are unreliable. Screens push them toward purple or orange, and the way a ruby glows in daylight cannot be captured in a still image. A ring like this is worth trying on in person, which is why we would rather you came in than bought it sight unseen.

David Stern Jewelers has been in business for over 40 years, family owned since 1970, and the showroom is at 21073 Powerline Rd #37, Boca Raton. We are open Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 5:30pm and Saturday from 10:30am to 4:30pm. Call 561-994-3330 and we will have the ring waiting, or book an appointment for a quieter time.

Common questions about this pink ruby ring

One last practical note. Because this is a single piece rather than stock, it can sell on any given day, and we do not hold items without a deposit. If you have seen this pink ruby ring here and intend to come in, a phone call first will confirm it is still in the case and save you the trip if it is not.