Discovered 2,000 years ago in India, the bold and beautiful ruby is considered the King of Gems. Signifying wealth, success, romance, health, and devotion, the gorgeous stone was utilized by ancient warriors on the battlefield, as well as royal figures throughout the world’s history. In the first century AD, the Roman scholar Pliny included rubies […]
Whether it’s a jewelry store-bought creation, or a vintage piece brought up from deep within Her Majesty’s jewel vault, there’s something special about the ring that signifies a royal marriage. The overwhelming majority of Britain’s royal ladies have some color on their ring fingers – not Queen Elizabeth II, though. Her diamond and platinum ring […]