Bezel Ruby Ring 0.76 Ct., 18K Yellow & White

From the moment this ruby was born beneath Thailand's earth, its story began in slow geological time, deep in metamorphic rock where chromium and aluminum met heat and pressure to coax color from crystal. Our miners in Thailand recognized a piece that carried a particularly vivid pulse, a pinkish red hue that seemed to glow from within, and The Natural Ruby Company guided its careful removal with respect for the land and the people who know these stones best. The rough was then cleaned and sorted by experienced hands, its potential seen before any facet was touched. Each stage of the journey was documented and the finished gem earned GIA certification, a formal recognition that confirms this ruby as a true and natural treasure, ready to enter the hands of skilled cutters and goldsmiths.

In the cutting room the raw promise of the stone was revealed, and the cutter shaped it into a cushion form that measures 5.97 x 5.08 x 2.56 mm, yielding a comfortable 0.76 carat presence on the finger. The cutter chose a mixed brilliant cut to marry the old world warmth of a cushion silhouette with modern faceting that maximizes brilliance and scatters light with lively flashes. The result is a transparent, intensely saturated pinkish red color, a depth that reads rich and vivid even in soft light. Clarity was evaluated at eye level as very slightly included, a grade that reassures the wearer of a clean visual field while also honoring the natural fingerprint of the gem. The stone received a careful heat treatment to enhance its inherent color and polish, a common and stable enhancement that brings out the best optical performance, and finally the polish was finished to an excellent standard so each facet returns light with crisp, lively fire.

When the design moved from paper to metal, the setting was conceived to celebrate that intense center rather than compete with it. The ring is crafted in a duet of 14K yellow gold and 14K white gold, a deliberate contrast that frames the ruby like a sunrise held against cool moonlight. The heart of the design is a warm yellow gold bezel and open crown that cups the cushion ruby, the bezel sweeping gently around the stone to hug its girdle while leaving the crown facets free to sparkle. On each shoulder, artisans carved delicate openwork that reads as small, lyrical knots and arches, the kind of filigree that allows light to feed up into the pavilion and back through the table, amplifying the gemstone’s mixed brilliant cut. The white gold band is polished to a high shine, its sleek, mirror surface reflecting the pinkish red like a bright stage, while the yellow gold gallery lifts the stone subtly above the finger, offering a view into the ruby from the side and creating a dramatic contrast that makes the color pop.

Beyond the immediately visible contrasts, the technical decisions in the setting are what protect and elevate the gem over time. The mixed metal construction uses 14K alloys chosen for durability and comfort, the white gold shank providing a modern neutral backdrop and the yellow gold crown focusing warmth into the stone. The bezel and partial prong elements are engineered to resist catching while still securing the gem firmly, and the openwork gallery balances that security with breathability so light can enter, creating the lively internal reflections that the cutter intended. The low yet elevated profile keeps the ruby close to the hand for everyday wear, while the lifted crown gives enough presence to appear regal on formal occasions. Every plane and curve was considered to ensure the ruby reads large for its weight, to enhance perceived size through proportion, and to let the intense saturation and excellent polish sing without interruption.

This ring from The Natural Ruby Company is the convergence of nature and craft, a story that begins in Thailand and ends in a piece designed to become part of a lifetime of moments. Our craftsmen finish each piece with the same care we give when selecting the rough, and we invite you to imagine the ring as an heirloom that carries its origin with pride, a thumbprint of the earth rendered in pinkish red fire and warm gold. Whether chosen as an intimate gift, a statement of personal style, or a modern token with classic roots, the ring speaks of authenticity, artisanal skill, and the poetic chemistry of light and color. For care, we recommend gentle cleaning with warm water and a soft brush, avoiding harsh chemicals, and periodic professional inspection to ensure the setting remains true, so the ruby may continue to glow with the vivid energy that first drew it from Thailand to The Natural Ruby Company.