Hello everyone. I have been lurking here for a month or two trying to collect as much info about rubies as possible before my purchase. I have been combing through the recommended vendors and visited the LA Jewelry district to get a feel for what I am buying. I have found a lot of prospects online but am hesitant to pull the trigger. Nearly every stone I saw in person was pretty unimpressive. Many of them showing clear signs of being glass filled, and many others that were extremely included or having serious flaws.
In reading through many threads here, one recurring theme is the suggestion to post here with what people are looking to buy and what their budget is. So... I am looking for a Natural Ruby. Not too picky on the cut. Round, oval, or cushion will work for me. I'll find a setting to compliment whatever I end up with. Of course an un-heated ruby would be nice, but at a budget of around $5k, I am under no delusions about the likelihood of ending up with something heated. 1.5k to 2.5k seem to be the weight range I have gravitated toward thus far. Any smaller doesn't look significant enough and any larger usually prices me out.
Any guidance will be appreciated. looking forward to hearing any suggestions or recommendations.
In reading through many threads here, one recurring theme is the suggestion to post here with what people are looking to buy and what their budget is. So... I am looking for a Natural Ruby. Not too picky on the cut. Round, oval, or cushion will work for me. I'll find a setting to compliment whatever I end up with. Of course an un-heated ruby would be nice, but at a budget of around $5k, I am under no delusions about the likelihood of ending up with something heated. 1.5k to 2.5k seem to be the weight range I have gravitated toward thus far. Any smaller doesn't look significant enough and any larger usually prices me out.
Any guidance will be appreciated. looking forward to hearing any suggestions or recommendations.