Most Famous Pieces of Ruby Jewellery

Ruby is renowned for being the king of gemstones. It also happens to be the birthstone for July, making it a highly sought-after jewellery piece. The gemstone’s deep red colour symbolises love and passion but also protection. Diamond Heaven’s article looks at the celebrities and public figures who have worn the most famous pieces of ruby jewellery.

Queen Elizabeth II’s Burmese Ruby Tiara

The late Queen Elizabeth II’s Burmese Ruby Tiara is among the most famous rubies in history. Commissioned by the Queen in 1973, the tiara consists of 96 rubies. Originally, the stones were mounted on a necklace once given to her by the people of Burma. It’s believed the rubies will protect the owner from sickness, ill health and evil.

Victoria Beckham’s Oval-Cut Ruby Engagement Ring

Posh Spice is synonymous with engagement rings. Victoria has had several engagement rings since she got engaged to England football legend David Beckham in January 1998. She received her ninth engagement ring in 2009 and was first spotted wearing it at the 2009 Met Gala. Victoria’s ruby engagement ring featured a wonderful oval-cut centre stone, set with a halo of smaller diamonds on a white diamond band. 

Jessica Simpson’s Three Stone Ruby Engagement Band

Former American football player Eric Johnson proposed to singer and actress Jessica Simpson in 2014 with an exquisite three-stone diamond and ruby engagement ring. The ring features a five-carat ruby surrounded by two two-carat pear-shaped diamonds on either side of the centre stone, showcasing the beauty of the ruby and diamonds beautifully. 

Elizabeth Taylor’s Ruby and Diamond Necklace

The late British-American actress Elizabeth Taylor has one of the most iconic ruby necklaces in the world. Her third husband, Michael Todd, presented Elizabeth with a stunning array of ruby and diamond jewellery designed by Cartier and was presented to her as she exited the pool. This included a diamond ruby necklace, alongside a matching bracelet and earrings. Instead of using a mirror, she used the pool’s reflection to admire her stunning new jewellery set.

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