Ruby Necklaces & Pendants

Yes, you can wear your ruby necklace every day, though you should ensure proper care and maintenance; we also recommend that your jewellery is the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off each day. As one of the most highly-sought gemstones in the world—alongside diamonds, sapphires and emeralds—rubies are also one of the most beautiful and durable gemstones, rating a 9 on the Mohs Hardness Scale.

This makes a ruby necklace more than suitable to wear every day. It possesses no cleavage—grains against which the stone can easily split—which makes it strong enough to be worn each day.

Ruby necklaces can be a beautiful addition to any jewellery collection, able to be worn day or night with a variety of outfits and accessories. Team a dainty pendant with a pair of matching earrings or a bracelet. Wear a round enhancer pendant with formal wear as a stunning statement piece, or evoke a little romance with an exquisite pavé heart pendant.

Rubies can also work beautifully with other gemstones, especially diamonds. A ruby and diamond necklace can feel classic and refined, resulting in a sophisticated and even festive look that’s perfect for Christmas and other celebrations.

Long ago, ruby talismans were thought to possess protective properties, worn by soldiers and warriors in battle, while in Mediaeval times, they were worn for the purposes of health, wealth and success in love. French jewellers also used to refer to the ruby as the ‘dearly loved stone’ during the 1800s.

Nowadays, ruby pendant necklaces are loved for their vibrant burst of colour and have long been a symbol of fiery romance and passion, especially when it comes to wearing a ruby heart necklace. These necklaces can speak to the wearer's je ne sais quoi and zest for life, falling in love with the world around them.

The type of precious metal that’s paired with a ruby may also be significant to some people. A gold ruby necklace can suggest luxury and elegance, the gemstone’s rich tone standing out against the warmth of the metal, while a silver ruby necklace can represent style and sophistication, making the silver appear brighter and sleeker.

Like sapphires and emeralds, rubies are seen as quite a regal stone, cherished by kings and queens for centuries. Rubies are also believed to spark creativity and to promote feelings of hope and happiness, as well as instil a strong sense of courage and trust in those who wear them.

Ruby necklaces can add a bold pop of colour when worn with othergemstones and metals.

Complement rubies with other red stones like garnet or pink tourmaline, or with contrasting gemstones for something more fun and festive, like emeralds. Pair with a luminous gold chain to bring out the warmth in both gemstone and metal or with a sleek sterling silver chain for contrast.

Diamonds and rubies also make for a perfect pair. Wear a ruby necklace with a diamond tennis bracelet or a pair of diamond studs, or as part of the same pendant, surrounding your ruby in a halo of diamonds.

Create a cohesive look by pairing a ruby necklace with matching earrings or a bracelet, offering a cool vibe when it comes to daywear in clean neutral tones. Team a diamond ruby necklace with formal wear for a true touch of elegance or with a ruby necklace in gold for a bold and luxurious look.

A white gold ruby necklace can also work with a matching white gold ruby ring. Or to really stand out from the crowd, try matching a ruby pendant with a deep red gown, along with matching drop earrings or a ring.