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If you celebrate your birthday in the month of July, then you are treated to the breathtaking Ruby birthstone. There are few stones that capture attention like the ruby with its deep red shades associated with love, passion and strength. The finest colour of ruby is a deep red with a hint of purple, often called ‘pigeon’s blood’. Rubies look breathtaking against all metal types particularly yellow gold and platinum, so they make excellent adornments for jewellery and stunning gifts for those celebrating their July birthday.
At W Hamond, we have an extensive collection of July birthstone jewellery for you to choose from including ruby necklaces, ruby earrings, ruby rings, and ruby bracelets. We have selected five of our favourite July birthstone jewellery pieces to talk you through today, but don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team on 01947 603330 or at info@whamond.com for more recommendations.
18ct Yellow Gold 0.55ct Ruby Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
Sometimes simplicity makes way for the most beauty and that certainly can be said for this 18ct Yellow Gold Ruby ring. At the centre, a single oval cut diamond demands attention weighing in at 0.55 carats claw set with 18 carat white gold on a contrasting 18 carat yellow gold band. Around the ruby, an enchanting halo of diamonds adds an additional sparkle totally 0.16 carats. Whether it’s this ring or another in our stunning collections, ruby rings make perfect gifts for those with a July birthstone or as anniversary gifts for those celebrating their 15th or 40th wedding anniversary.
18ct White Gold Ruby and Diamond Peacock Earrings
If the person you’re shopping for, or even you yourself, is someone of opulence, drama and elegance, then look no further than these glamourous 18 carat white gold ruby earrings. Inspired by the shape and beauty of a peacock’s feather, the design features five rubies on each earring totalling 0.69 carats. The rubies are claw set into white gold and framed by brilliant cut diamonds coming in at 0.32 carats. To complete the ruby earrings, post and butterfly fastenings ensure they hang comfortably and securely from the lobe.
Ponte Vecchio 18ct Yellow Gold Whitby Jet Diamond and Ruby Octopus Necklace
Fine Italian jewellery manufacturer Ponte Vecchio is renowned for their use of rubies in their jewellery collections and this unique Octopus necklace is a fine example of their unbeatable prowess. The quirky octopus shape is crafted from luxurious 18 carat yellow gold and generously decorated with 0.39 carats of pave-set rubies. On the end of the legs, 0.15 carats of sparkling diamonds twinkle with every movement while the eyes are set with two rare Whitby Jet gemstones, a stone made famous by the Original Whitby Jet Store, otherwise known as W Hamond.
18ct White Gold Ruby 0.43ct Diamond Marquise Bracelet
One of our most timeless pieces of July birthstone jewellery, this 18ct white gold ruby bracelet deserves to be worn to the world’s most prestigious events. The delicate 18ct white gold chain is set with five previous ruby gemstones totalling 0.53 carats, all hand carved by one of our talented in-house craftsman and set into a Marquise-shaped settings. Surrounding and dotted in between the rubies is 0.43 carats of brilliant cut diamonds delivering even more sparkle to the wrist. We guarantee the owner of this 18ct White Gold Ruby 0.43ct Diamond Marquise Bracelet will never want to take it off…
Faberge 18ct Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Heart Surprise Locket
The most romantic piece of ruby jewellery we ever saw, this Faberge 18ct Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Heart Surprise Locket prides itself on its ability to shock and delight. Crafted from 18 carat rose gold, the necklace takes its inspiration from the original Faberge Imperial eggs of the past that would include a special surprise hidden inside. This time, the rose gold pendant opens up to reveal a sparkling heart paired with a single brilliant cut diamond. The bail of the locket is further adorned with diamonds and left to dangle elegantly on a 50cm 18 carat rose gold chain.
