The Rare Gem Collection:

Ruby and sapphire are the two varieties of the mineral corundum. Their exceptional hardness is surpassed only by diamonds. Red corundum is called ruby, and all other colours are called sapphire.

Ruby

The red color in ruby is caused by trace amounts of the element chromium. The best shade of red for ruby is often given the name "pigeon blood red", but ruby can be any shade of red up to almost pink.Ruby has acquired special attributes from its admirers over the centuries. It has been regarded as a symbol of freedom, charity, dignity and divine power.

VNH6154 features 24 round Rubies

Sapphire

Sapphire is not only a remarkably beautiful stone, it is also one of the hardest and most durable gemstones in the world.

Sapphire is found naturally in a variety of attractive colors. In the Rare Collection we have used may of these color variations.

Most often we associate Sapphire with the color blue and the nicest blue Sapphires are:

Ceylon Sapphire

Ceylon Sapphire is a light blue that is often said to "reflect the heavens". It is September's birthstone and the symbol of sincerity and faithfulness. It was found in Ceylon, which it is named after.
The unique soft blue of this Sapphire makes it an incredibly desirable stone while still remaining a treasured classic.

VNH5723 features a Ceylon Saphire accented by Diamonds

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