Ruby and yellow sapphire ring

Ring No. 14, crafted in rhodium-plated 925 sterling silver, features an oval-shaped, 11 x 9 mm ruby ​​with an intense red color, accompanied by 1 mm round-cut yellow sapphires. The ruby ​​is positioned in the center of the ring, set with prongs and surrounded by a row of sapphires, whose contrasting colors create a piece that is both delicate and striking.

Ruby:

It belongs to the corundum family, and its color is due to chromium inclusions; in brownish tones, it is iron. In ancient European and Hindu cultures, the ruby ​​was unanimously considered the stone of the sun. It represents vital force, inner fire, love, and passion. The most prized color is pigeon's blood, a pure red with a subtle bluish tint.

Origin: Madagascar.

Properties: It stimulates sexual activity, mentally awakens our thoughts, and in terms of attitude makes us more active, productive, courageous, impulsive, and spontaneous; the ruby ​​is an excellent stone for activating energies.

Zodiac sign: Scorpio

Sapphire:

The elements that give it color are iron and titanium in blue sapphire, and vanadium in violet. Iron determines the yellow and green tones, chromium the pink color, and inclusions of rutile needles produce a silky luster. In ancient European and Indian cultures, it was considered the stone of Saturn, representing the sky, the world of angels, magic, loyalty, and friendship. In antiquity, and to some extent even into the Middle Ages, the term sapphire was generally understood to refer to what is now known as lapis lazuli.

Origin: Sri Lanka.

Properties: It provides uprightness, instills wisdom, and enhances judgment and the structuring of thoughts. Known as the stone of wisdom.

Zodiac sign: Pisces