Cabochon Ruby Diamond Vintage Ring | 14K Yellow Gold 0.66 ct tw

Cabochon Ruby Diamond Vintage Ring | 14K Yellow Gold 0.66 ct tw

This cabochon ruby diamond ring centers a substantial 0.60 ct cabochon red ruby framed by 0.06 ct of natural diamond accents in 14K yellow gold. The 'cabochon' is the polished, unfaceted dome cut traditionally used on rubies that show strong color or internal silk - the dome reads as a single rich field of red rather than splitting light into facets the way a brilliant cut does.

Total weight is 0.66 ct at 585 gold purity, sized 5 through 9. This is the larger of our two cabochon ruby rings - and unlike the AJGR-0238 sibling (which uses cubic zirconia accents), this ring uses real natural diamonds. If you want a cabochon ruby ring with genuine diamond accents, this is the choice in our inventory; if you're prioritizing more elaborate setting work and CZ accents are acceptable, AJGR-0238 is the alternative at $900.

Cabochon ruby with real diamond accents

Cabochon is a centuries-old cutting style for ruby - the unfaceted dome was the standard treatment for colored stones until faceted cuts became dominant in the 18th and 19th centuries. The choice of cabochon today is intentional: it lets the deep color of the ruby read as a continuous saturated surface rather than splintering into facet flashes. Pairing the cabochon with real diamond accents (not cubic zirconia) keeps the ring genuinely fine-jewelry rather than fashion-jewelry, even though the diamond carat weight is small at 0.06 ct.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the diamonds real?

Yes. The 0.06 ct of accent stones are natural diamonds. Important note: this differs from our AJGR-0238 cabochon ruby ring, which uses cubic zirconia accents instead. Buyers specifically wanting real diamond accents should choose this ring.

Is the ruby natural?

Yes. The 0.60 ct cabochon center is a natural red ruby.

How does this compare to AJGR-0238?

Both are cabochon ruby rings in 14K yellow gold. This ring (AJGR-0072, $840) has a larger 0.60 ct cabochon ruby plus real natural diamond accents (0.06 ct). The other (AJGR-0238, $900) has a smaller 0.43 ct cabochon ruby with cubic zirconia accents (0.09 ctw, NOT diamond) but a more elaborate metalwork design. Pick this one for size and real diamond accents; pick the other for the more decorative setting style.

What is a cabochon?

Cabochon is a gemstone cutting style - a smooth, polished dome with no facets. It is one of the oldest gemstone treatments and is traditional for ruby, sapphire, opal, and other stones with strong color saturation.

What sizes ship?

Sizes 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 are in stock. Contact us for custom sizes.