How do I wear a cluster ring safely?

Pair your ring with a plain band to prevent friction damage between settings, or wear it alone on the hand. Remove the piece during heavy manual work or swimming to protect the claws holding the central red gemstone.

What is the difference between ruby and garnet?

Rubies are a variety of corundum and rate extremely high on the Mohs hardness scale, making them durable for daily wear. Garnets are softer silicate minerals displaying deep red tones that were widely utilised in nineteenth-century antique jewellery.

How do I date an antique ring?

Examine the metal purity hallmarks, gemstone cutting styles and overall structural design to determine the period of origin. Victorian pieces often feature heavy yellow gold shanks, whilst Art Deco examples favour geometric platinum settings.

Are these rubies treated?

Many vintage and antique rubies are completely natural and unheated, whilst others carry historical or modern gemmological certificates documenting their origin. Consult individual listings for specific laboratory reports detailing the treatment status of the primary stone.