How to Custom-Make Ruby Rings With Rubies

Ruby rings are perhaps the most favored rings these days, gently edging out diamond rings. The mesmerizing vibrant rich red color of finest rubies reflects intense passion and warmth. And, so it becomes a suitably apt ring for engagements, weddings, anniversaries and also for special relationships.

Though a round or an oval ruby is the most popular choice, rubies come in various attractive shapes. Pear, emerald, square, heart, marquise and cushion cut rubies give a contemporary look to the ruby ornaments while a fancy ruby or a cabochon ruby is yet to find its acceptance among rubies' lovers. The difference in cut, carat and size greatly influences the appearance of the rubies.

When buying a ruby for the ring, the foremost important thing is to finalize the budget that one would spend for the ruby. Once the cost is decided, browse the internet to find out the kinds of rubies available for this price range. One may need to scan several jewelry sites or shops to find the likely choices for this price range. This gives a fair idea about the rubies in general and would also guide in extending the budget a little more to accommodate a better ruby.

With the narrowed-down list of assorted ruby shapes in mind, the personal favorite ruby needs to be picked. Here it is completely an individual's choice. Not everyone is comfortable wearing a certain shape or size of ruby; some like it small while some like it to be more prominent. Whatever be the decision, one may ensure that it is wholly the wearer's choice. Before buying the selected ruby, discounts and off-season sales need to be checked out in order to get the best possible bargain deal. Then the chosen ruby may be bought.

The process of making ruby ring with this ruby starts by first selecting the metal type; platinum, white or yellow gold. A platinum or white gold metal is subtly elegant and yet stands out on its own, whereas, the yellow gold represents royal splendor and festivity. Once the metal type is selected, the settings need to be decided. A solitaire setting is a timeless classic which can never go wrong. A more sparkling ruby ring would be a three stone ring or ring with sidestones. Here diamonds or more rubies or sapphires or emeralds may be beautifully encrusted around the chief ruby. Ruby ring settings with matching bands are more opulent. And for an exquisite ring, designer ring settings may be attempted. Enough time needs to be spent while carefully deciding the ring settings. Apart from being aesthetically carved and beautiful, the ring setting should have the desired comfort level and should not be a hindrance in doing everyday chores. Choose the settings accordingly.

The final step to custom-make the ruby ring is to search for reliable and professional gemstone jewelers who have skilled craftsmen to create the ruby ring that you have envisioned. Approval of ring specifications, design and cost must be done beforehand. It is advisable to monitor the ring-making process frequently to ensure that the ring design is turning out the way it was planned. This helps to avoid disappointment in the end.

It is an all-together different feeling to posses a custom-made ruby ring than buying one off the shelf. Explore this avenue and have a great time getting it made.

The author is an expert on rubies and ruby rings and here he provides information on how to custom-make ruby rings.