ZHIVA
Vintage Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Pinky Ring
A diamond held between two rubies, bezel‑set in a ribbon of 18k gold — a pinky ring that means it.
- One of one
- Authenticated
- Insured shipping
Questions about this piece? Email sasha@zhivajewelry.com — a real person answers.
- Style: Three‑stone bezel‑set ring (pinky)
- Centre stone: Transitional cut diamond, 0.36 ct, round, G-H color, VS clarity
- Side stones: Two round cut rubies, 0.60 ct total
- Metal: 18k yellow gold
- Total weight: 6.28 grams
- Ring size: 3.5 — can be sized within reason
- Availability: One of one
A round diamond held between two rubies, each bezel‑set into a swirl of solid 18k yellow gold. Small, heavy, and worn where it can't be ignored — the pinky.
Rubies have always meant something louder than pretty. The ancients called ruby the stone of life, believed the red was fire caught in the earth, protection you could wear. Set here against a white diamond, they read as exactly what they are — appetite and restraint, in the same breath.
The bezel setting is the old way: gold wrapped fully around each stone, holding it close, hiding nothing. And the pinky has always been the finger of people who answer to themselves — the signet finger, the finger of quiet declarations.
One of one. Size 3.5, and can be sized within reason.
Further reading: the three-stone ring, then and now, what a transitional cut diamond is, the signet ring and the pinky tradition and our antique ring sizing guide.
Sizing & Resizing
The size of this piece is listed in the specifications above. Most antique rings can be resized by one to two sizes; some cannot, because of eternity settings, engraving, or fragile shanks.
Tell us your size before or after you order and we will confirm what is safely possible for this piece. Resizing is quoted per piece and typically takes 7–10 business days.
Shipping
Complimentary fully insured shipping within the United States, sent signature-required. Orders ship within 1–3 business days unless the piece is being sized or inspected.
International shipping is available on request. Duties and import taxes are the responsibility of the recipient.
Returns
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery, provided the piece comes back unworn and in its original condition and packaging.
Resized, engraved, and bespoke pieces are final sale. Contact us before returning anything so we can arrange insured return shipping.
Authenticity & Condition
Every piece is examined in person before it is listed. Era, metal, stone weights, and condition are described as accurately as we can determine them, and any wear or repair is disclosed in the listing.
Antique jewelry carries its history. Small signs of a long life are expected, not defects.
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