How do I care for my vintage ruby and diamond jewellery?

Clean these pieces gently using warm soapy water and a soft brush, avoiding harsh ultrasonic cleaners that might damage natural inclusions within the rubies. Store items separately in fabric pouches to prevent the diamonds from scratching softer gold settings and other gemstones.

What periods do these ruby and diamond pieces cover?

The inventory spans Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco, and mid-century design periods, reflecting shifting aesthetics from intricate floral clusters to geometric platinum mountings. Earlier nineteenth-century examples often feature yellow gold and old-cut diamonds, whereas mid-century items lean towards heavier gold weights and varied cluster silhouettes.

Are all rubies in these pieces natural?

The listings include natural stones originating from sources such as Burma, often documented with specific carat weights in antique and vintage settings. Gemstone reports sometimes accompany unheated specimens to verify their origin and lack of thermal enhancement.

Can I wear a vintage ruby ring every day?

Rubies possess a high hardness rating on the Mohs scale, making them durable enough for regular daily wear when set securely in robust gold or platinum bands. Prongs and settings should be checked periodically by a professional jeweller to ensure the stones remain firm.