Edwardian ring centering a GIA certified approx. 1.00 carat natural untreated Burmese cushion-cut ruby with a color designation of "pigeon's blood". Within a double surround of single-cut diamonds approx. .40 carat, set in platinum. Center: 14.2 x 12.6mm, band 0.9mm. Circa 1910.
Gem purists believe that rubies as having a "pigeon's blood" red color designation are the finest in the world. Never mind this is from a Burmese mine, already the most desirable origin, and is is natural; completely untreated! This exceptional ruby checks all the boxes for perfection.
Diamond and gold mining has caused devastation in areas such as Africa, wreaking havoc on delicate ecosystems and communities. Choosing to go vintage, you are eliminating the need for more mining and lessening the demand for new diamonds.
