Ruby And Sapphire Gemstone Jewelry
Rubies, sapphires, and emeralds have always enjoyed a coveted position throughout history. Neither the demand for these precious gemstones nor their prices has shown any significant decline. Kaisilver attribute the historic popularity of these gems to a few important reasons. We will get to that in a moment but first, a look at the main narrative in this report. You can always email the Kaisilver team of experts at sales@kaisilver.com if you have any questions related to gems and jewelry.
Prices of natural rubies, sapphires, emeralds and even diamonds in the medium to good grade category can be quite high. These precious stones show a steep price rise per carat, as the gem size increases. Designers and jewelry lovers need to keep this in mind when, referring to jewelry with these gemstones. We discuss this in more detail in the report that follows. Slim rings generally have modestly sized gems but, you should understand that a slim ring need not be fragile or flimsy.
POPULARITY OF RUBY AND SAPPHIRE
It would be interesting to know why, the demand for rubies and sapphires have never slowed down all through history. There is no doubt that these gems are rare, they take millions of years to form and intense mining has depleted their resources. Beyond their rarity, rubies and sapphires are steeped in centuries of folklore and tradition, echoing tales of royalty, passion, and protection.
Ruby and sapphire both occupy esteemed positions on birthstone and anniversary gemstone charts, symbolizing love, wisdom, and enduring commitment. Ruby is the birthstone for the month of July and the anniversary gemstone, for the 15th and 40th wedding anniversary. September is the birthstone for the month of September and the anniversary gemstone, for the 5th and 45th anniversary. Kaisilver adds that sapphire engagement rings, have always held a prominent position in matrimonial jewelry.
GEMSTONE SIZE AND PRICE
Fine-quality large rubies, sapphires, and emeralds are extremely rare in nature. They are among the most precious gemstones, and their price per carat increases significantly with size.
For example, a 1-carat good quality ruby might cost 1,000 per carat, but a 4-carat ruby of the same quality might sell for $3,000–$5,000 per carat. This trend is also observed in the case of emeralds, sapphires, diamonds and to an extent - in gems like spinel, tourmaline, aquamarine and tanzanite.
When talking about medium and good grade rubies, these are natural gems, (if treated) just simple heat treated and not glass filled or other form of fissure filling. Top grade rubies and sapphires can sell for $15,000 per carat and above! It is true that ruby rings, would be much more popular only if, the price of ruby rings was more moderate. Kaisilver observes that, the right design and expert gem sourcing, can delivery good quality ruby rings at reasonable prices.
Just a note to say that, Kaisilver procures rubies, sapphires, emeralds and other gems - directly from the mining locations. No middlemen to increase price and no multiple brokerage and agent fees. We can procure gems in all shapes, sizes and grades. By staying closely networked with major mining and cutting operations, we ensure that you always get the best gemstone at each price point.
Gemstone certification from independent gem testing offices can be provided. And you require certification by any specific laboratory, we will be glad to accommodate the request - certification costs can be discussed base on your requirements.
DESIGN CONSIDERATION
Most of us have a budget in mind when ordering jewelry - this is the right approach to prepare funds for any expense. The information presented here will be useful for most jewelry lovers, except for those lucky few who have big budgets for their jewelry purchase.
If you wish to wear a ring or any other jewel with an expensive gem like ruby, sapphire or even diamonds - it might be a good idea to choose a design that, accommodates modestly sized gemstones. A design might include smaller gem sizes set closely together for a bigger luxury look. This is quite common when it comes to diamond jewelry.
And if you are more keen on the gem color rather than on a specific gemstone, the good news is that many gems offer the same base color and shades of that color. Red gems for example could include red garnet, red spinel, red spessartite, rubelite (reddish tourmaline) and surely ruby. The Kaisilver support team at sales@kaisilver.com would be glad to provide information on any topic related to gems and jewelry without, expecting you to make a purchase from us.
GEMSTONE TREATMENTS
While this information is not related to gemstone size selection, it is as important if not more than selecting the right jewelry designs for expensive gems. At the very basic level you have natural rubies, sapphires and emeralds and lab created clones of these gems. When we talk about gemstones on Kaisilver websites, we imply natural and not factory made gems. However if you do prefer to choose lab diamonds, lab rubies, lab sapphires or lab emeralds - let us know on the email address provided below this report. We will work on details and pricing together with you.
We now come to the issue of gemstone treatments and more specifically about, treatments for the gems being discussed in this report. Humans have for centuries known that, certain gems can be made prettier and even made to become more transparent (clarity), by treating the gems in a specific way.
Traditional Basic Heating
Rubies and sapphires have, for over a century, undergone basic heat treatment to enhance their color and improve clarity.
This traditional process brings out the best in these gems by intensifying, their natural hues and reducing inclusions. Importantly, this enhancement does not compromise the value or durability of the gemstones. Heat treatment is widely accepted in the gem trade and is considered a standard practice that improves the overall appearance of rubies and sapphires without altering their essential nature. Gemstone experts have come to accept this form of basic heat treatment for ruby and sapphire. When ordering jewelry in gold or silver with these gems, it is fair to expect that the basic heat treatment has been applied unless, stated otherwise by the jeweler or gem trader.
New Gemstone Treatments
Over the years and decades, gem dealers have developed newer forms of treatments for rubies and sapphires.
Some of these modern techniques involve adding chemicals into the furnace during the heating process, which can alter the color or clarity more dramatically. Others include methods where surface-reaching cracks are filled with substances like glass, often through a high-temperature melt process.
Unlike traditional (basic) heat treatment, these advanced or composite treatments must be clearly disclosed to buyers, as they can significantly affect the value, durability, and long-term integrity of the gemstones. While such processes may enhance visual appeal, they often reduce the toughness of the gem, making it more prone to damage over time.
When talking about jewelry with ruby, sapphire and even tanzanite on Kaisilver online resources, it is presumed that the gems were put through the basic heat treatment process. This is the treatment accepted by gemstone experts and does not alter the value or toughness of the gems. We will make a specific mention if, these gems are treated by us through any other process.
Untreated Gemstones
While some gem lovers specifically seek untreated rubies and sapphires for their natural appeal or rarity, these gems may not always appear visually striking. Such gems are often preferred by believers in astrology and crystal healing. In such cases the belief is that, untreated (raw) gems provide a better effect. Keep in mind that these beliefs, are traditional and often based on ancient folklore.
In many cases, untreated stones can look pale, overly included, or less vibrant compared to their treated counterparts. However, top-quality untreated rubies and sapphires that naturally display rich color and high clarity do exist—though they are extremely rare and command very high prices. These gems are often chosen by high-budget collectors and jewelry buyers who value natural beauty and exclusivity.
Kaisilver can provide finely handcrafted custom made jewelry in gold or silver, with gems and designs of your choice. Working directly with major mining and cutting operations, we can provide both treated and untreated gems of all types. We are also in a position to ensure that, you always get the best gem at each price point.
Emerald Gemstone Treatments
While this report focuses mainly in jewelry set with ruby and sapphire, we will make a small mention here about treatments applied to emerald gems.
Emeralds are almost always treated with natural oils—typically cedarwood oil—to reduce the visibility of internal fissures (called jardin, meaning “garden” in French) and to enhance their luster and overall appearance. This practice is accepted within the gem trade and has been carried out for centuries.
Gem experts at Kaisilver explain that, even high-value and historically significant emeralds, such as those in royal collections or museums, often show signs of this traditional treatment. The oiling process doesn't alter the structure or authenticity of the gem but rather, improves its visual appeal while preserving its natural character.
What's fascinating is that the presence of these fissures and their treatment actually tell part of the emerald's journey—from the earth to its final setting. So when you choose an emerald ring, it is fair to presume that the gemstone has been treated with oils. You should ideally insist on a lab certification too be sure of gem authenticity. The Kaisllver report on Emerald Care discusses, the characteristics of the gemstone and the effect of oil treatments.
NOTES
All references to gems and diamonds in this report, imply natural gemstones. Kaisilver does observe a growing interest in lab created gemstones and diamonds. You can let us know your preference for such options at sales@kaisilver.com and we will together, work on specifications and price. It is possible to have independent testing and certifications done for lab gems and diamonds, the report will clearly disclose that they are 'Lab' created.
WHO IS KAISILVER
Kaisilver continues to be the leading online high end custom jewelry provider - we have been leading this sector for over 2 decades. A team of superbly skilled artisans and gem cutters, meticulously handcraft all types of jewelry. We specialize in rings, pendants, bracelets, bangles, earrings and even offer - finely crafted cufflinks with gemstones and diamonds.
Over 12,000 jewelry lovers across 15 nations rely on Kaisilver for all they gemstone and jewelry requirements. Staying closely networked to leading gem mining and cutting operations globally, we have preferential access to over 200 million carats of gemstones. No middlemen and brokers, this ensures that you always get the best gemstone at each price point. Your choice of gemstones is not limited to what is shown on our websites.
We maintain the same high standards for gold and silver jewelry. The designs for all Kaisilver custom made jewelry can be yours or ours. All requests for design modifications can be accommodated. You can email our team at sales@kaisilver.com if you have any questions related to gems and jewelry.
HOW TO ORDER
Do not be in a hurry to place your order. Make sure that you have all information related to features, price, payment methods, production lead time, shipping etc. Email your requirements to us at sales@kaisilver.com and we will together finalize details. The item code, gold or silver, gem options, size etc are important pieces of information that our team requires from you. Besides modifying our designs, we can also work with your own design concepts. Attach images or sketches to the email if available.
KAISILVER CUSTOMER REVIEWS
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I picked up my ring at the post office this morning, it is absolutely beautiful, well worth the wait. Thanks so much for your patience with my persistent e-mails, all of you have been wonderful to deal with and I wish you much success and happiness in your business and in your lives. Thanks again, I will wear the ring with great pride! Judy Martin, MA, U.S.A.
Again - thank you so very much - I have the ring in hand and it is lovely - the stones that you selected are simply beautiful and - yes - I agree the sapphires are incredible. THANK YOU - SO - VERY VERY - Much Randy Kepler, MD, U.S.A.