Queen Elizabeth and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge love rubies – 5 jewellery pieces for a royal look, from Cartier to Tiffany & Co. and Graff
Take inspiration from Kate Middleton and Queen Elizabeth with ruby-studded high jewellery from top maisons such as Chaumet and Chopard
Representing power, wealth and wisdom, ruby is a favoured gemstone among royals and nobles such as Queen Elizabeth and Kate Middleton. The Duchess of Cambridge recently sported the red gem at the Commonwealth Service ceremony. And of course Queen Elizabeth’s iconic Burmese ruby tiara and jewellery collection will always be worth a mention.
The fiery gemstone carries a rich and mystical history. As part of a historic belief, it was worn as a talisman to protect warriors in battle and the Sanskrit term for ruby, “ratnaraj”, translates to “king of precious stones”.
To add a fiery sparkle and passion to the season, STYLE selects five pieces from the leading jewellery houses.
Cartier
The Étourdissant Arabica bracelet, in 18-carat pink and white gold and embellished with garnet beads, ruby beads, brown and white brilliant-cut diamonds, is a bejewelled bow to art. Price on request.
Graff
Look stunning in this pear-shaped necklace, set with a total of 30.8 carats of rubies and 21.13 carats of diamonds. Price on request.
Chaumet
