Post Earrings

14K Yellow Gold 1CT Ruby Post Earrings


Regular price $648.00

The word ruby comes from the Latin rubens which means red. Rubies symbolize power and protection. When worn as a talisman, ruby was believed to help protect warriors in battle. One more modern allusion to this legend is in The Wizard of Oz. Dorthy's ruby slippers were thought to protect her from evil. Rubies are referenced four different times in the bible. The Bible associates these gems with beauty and wisdom.   According to ancient folklore, people of India believed rubies would help them be at peace with their enemies. The most expensive ruby ever sold was the "Hope Ruby" which weighs 32.08 carats and sold for $6.74 million.

Weight: 0.48G
Metal: 14K Yellow Gold
Gem Weight: 1.4CT
Length: 5 mm
Width: 5 mm
Birthstone Month: July
Closure: Post
Gem Type: Ruby
Gem Quantity: 2
Gem Weight: 0.70 ct

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