Ruby Engagement Rings

Rating a 9 on the Mohs Hardness Scale, ruby comes from the corundum family of gemstones (along with the beautiful sapphire) and is durable, making it ideal for everyday wear. The ruby also possesses no cleavage, meaning that it is equally strong on all sides. 

Like all gemstones, the beauty of the ruby does need a little love and care in order to retain their sparkle and beautiful fiery colour.    

To properly care for your ruby engagement ring, be sure to bring it to your local Michael Hill for a professional clean. To keep your ruby looking its best, a regular clean at home is a good place to start. 

Simply place it in a bowl of warm water and mild dish soap. Gently rub around the setting with a soft clean cloth or soft-bristled toothbrush, then rinse with clean water and dry.  

It’s best to take off your ruby engagement ring before going to bed, taking a shower or swimming in the pool or ocean. Be sure to store your ring in a cool, dry place away from other jewellery to keep it looking beautiful for years to come.

The best cut for a ruby engagement ring is the one that resonates with you. Perhaps it's the regal oval cut that speaks to you, or the statement emerald cut with its beauty and sparkle.

The most common cut for a ruby is a round or oval, bringing out deeper shades of red to help enhance its bold, romantic sentiment. A ruby and diamond engagement ring in either of these cuts is especially timeless, surrounding the ruby in a halo of beautiful diamonds, providing exceptional sparkle.  

Coloured stone engagement rings have become popular in recent years as couples opt for something more unique that expresses their personality and love for each other—and the passionate red of the ruby has put it in the spotlight.

With ruby engagement rings, meaning and symbolism runs incredibly deep. 

When it comes to engagement rings, ruby is a wonderful choice and a timeless representation of a strong and lasting love. Like morganite rings, a ruby engagement ring symbolises true love and romance, but on a more intense scale, thanks to its bold red hue. And like aquamarine rings, they are believed to bring hope and happiness to those who wear them. 

And for engagement? Ruby rings are considered by some to embody trust and courage, both important traits when it comes to building a long and happy life with your partner. Rubies are also thought to spark creativity, promote compassion and represent loyalty in those you care for most.   

When looking for a true symbol of love and commitment, nothing evokes raw passion quite like a ruby engagement ring.