topic Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring in Jewelry

QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

chvall99 — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 12:19:53 GMT

Good morning all,

QVC2 has a ruby ring listed as their daily special deal. What are your thoughts on this piece? Quality? Price?

This caught my eye as you do not usually see Burmese rubies on QVC.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

SilleeMee — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 13:59:02 GMT

@chvall99 wrote:
Good morning all,
QVC2 has a ruby ring listed as their daily special deal. What are your thoughts on this piece? Quality? Price?
This caught my eye as you do not usually see Burmese rubies on QVC.

The 13-year ban to import Burmese stones was lifted last October. So now more Burmese rubies and jade pieces are available to buy here. Imo that Big Deal ruby ring is somewhat over-priced. Had it been offered around the $400-range, maybe a better deal.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

chvall99 — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 14:22:24 GMT

I was thinking the same thing about the price but then again it is before Christmas and some pay more for that "wow" gift. It is pretty that's for sure. I do not own any rubies so wondering about your thoughts as to quality.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

Skididdy — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 14:33:21 GMT

I think its lovely, but just out of my price range this time of year.

It just has a WOW to it. stunning really.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

Trinity11 — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 14:36:55 GMT

The industry is full of fracture filled rubies with lead. Buyer beware..

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

SilleeMee — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 14:50:26 GMT

@Trinity11 wrote:
The industry is full of fracture filled rubies with lead. Buyer beware..

Yes, and now I've been seeing FF blue sapphires! Geesh, what's next??

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

depglass — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 15:40:24 GMT

There are articles appearing that say the US may re-impose the imbargo on items from Myanmar (Burma). Human rights violations are the reason given. So Burmese rubies and jade may get cut off again. Then there will be a big scramble like there was for Sleeping Beauty turquoise.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

MalteseMomma — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 16:33:01 GMT

So funny,I fell asleep last night with them turning out the lights and the ring changing colors and awoke this AM to the exact same thing..........lol

The ring is pretty ,though.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

chvall99 — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 17:24:28 GMT

Thank you everyone! I am sort of torn over this one.....so pretty!!

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

chrystaltree — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 19:06:03 GMT

I'm not impressed. It's small. It's just 1ct of rubies spread over the 5 stones and less than 20 points of diamonds.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

chrystaltree — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 19:17:16 GMT

@Trinity11 wrote:
The industry is full of fracture filled rubies with lead. Buyer beware..

Actually, they are called fissure filled rubies and they filled with molten red glass. The treatment is permanent. It's far from new, it's an old treatment was revived when rubies became scarce. At one time, jewelers did not have disclose the FF, they just said "treated". Jewelers are required to give us that information now but you can generally tell from the price.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

SilleeMee — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 19:47:19 GMT

The problem with FF corundum is that it makes them more susceptible to cracking or splitting, especially when heated when a jeweler goes to re-do the setting (prongs). If the stones have been FF then they must be removed before exposing them to heat. Corundum that has not been FF can withstand heat used by the jeweler. Ultrasonic and steam cleaning may also damage FF stones.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

chrystaltree — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 19:48:08 GMT

@SilleeMee wrote:
The problem with FF corundum is that it makes them more susceptible to cracking or splitting, especially when heated when a jeweler goes to re-do the setting (prongs). If the stones have been FF then they must be removed before exposing them to heat. Corundum that has not been FF can withstand heat used by the jeweler.

My jeweler didn't say that and I've had my ruby switched (it came in a silver setting) out to gold settings twice. He's the one who explained it all to me, including that it's a very old process that made a resurgence in the 90's. He did say that we shouldn't put FF rubies in ultrasonic cleaners but that was the only precaution.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

NickNack — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 19:58:35 GMT

The stones would be very small to be 1 carat total divided among five stones. It seems like a very high price for that.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

BirkiLady — Fri, 15 Dec 2017 20:05:29 GMT

NOT a good ruby; NOT quality tiny diamonds; NOT enough gold to hold the stones in place. Don't waste your money. Check a reputable local jeweler before the end of the year. They need to sell their inventory now! Loop those stones yourself and know what you are buying. Check for a well-made ring; not a flimsy piece of gold encircling your finger. Happy buying locally . . . and your return is free (if necessary). And repairs are easily made. Best possible way of purchasing jewelry. Merry Christmas!

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

songbird — Sun, 17 Dec 2017 18:13:31 GMT

@chrystaltree wrote:
I'm not impressed. It's small. It's just 1ct of rubies spread over the 5 stones and less than 20 points of diamonds.

LOL! I didn't see the ruby, but if it's from QVC or JTV it will be small! Rubies are stout pygmy stones. The chromium in the soil of Myanmar keeps the gem little. It also makes them a fierce red. They are tough little gems! Even a 2 carat ruby looks little compared to a big face gem like an Tanzanite or emerald. Any setting with groups of little rubies are cheaper then any solitaire. There are bigger rubies (4 carat is about tops) from other countries. Also very good rubies will have diamonds with them. You can always tell if your Ruby is a real Burma. Shine a UV light on it. Real Burmas will light up with a red glow. Other rubies will not. Nothing wrong with rubies from other countries. Just won't have the glow.

If you want good rubies try Gem shopping network. They sell them often with GIA certificates The reports tell you exactly what is in them. Solitaires usually run about

$1,000.00 per carat. Once they move over that 1 carat mark, they can jump another $1,000.00.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

VegasBusinessWoman — Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:58:37 GMT

Ruby is my birth stone, so I always like to look at them--you never know when you might find something WONDERFUL!

I have a few of the fissure-filled ruby earrings. They look fine for everyday wear, and I consider them like costume jewelry, but set in 10 kt gold. I don't feel quite as much like throwing myself off the Hoover Dam when I lose one, which seems to be more frequently than I'd like.

Not being a ring person, I couldn't get too excited about the ring in question. This might seem like a dumb statement, but Indian rubies look just as nice to me.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

Trinity11 — Mon, 18 Dec 2017 02:02:47 GMT

@chrystaltree wrote:
@Trinity11 wrote:
The industry is full of fracture filled rubies with lead. Buyer beware..

Actually, they are called fissure filled rubies and they filled with molten red glass. The treatment is permanent. It's far from new, it's an old treatment was revived when rubies became scarce. At one time, jewelers did not have disclose the FF, they just said "treated". Jewelers are required to give us that information now but you can generally tell from the price.

We called them fracture filled rubies in the industry. I have my GIA. Treatment is not always permanent and can change with wear. The color can completely change, in fact.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

chvall99 — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 12:56:56 GMT

Thank you all for your posts, I learned a lot. I did decide not to purchase on the basis of your input and my budget. I have the ring on my wishlist though so I can keep an eye on the reviews. I will be on the watchout for a nice Burmese ruby ring in 2018- as a reward for reaching a major personal milestone. Ladies give me a heads up if you see a nice one! Thanks again.

Re: QVC2 Burmese Ruby Ring

Trinity11 — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 14:25:26 GMT

@chvall99 wrote:
Thank you all for your posts, I learned a lot. I did decide not to purchase on the basis of your input and my budget. I have the ring on my wishlist though so I can keep an eye on the reviews. I will be on the watchout for a nice Burmese ruby ring in 2018- as a reward for reaching a major personal milestone. Ladies give me a heads up if you see a nice one! Thanks again.

@chvall99...Fortunoff's website sell beautiful rubies. They do not carry fracture filled rubies as a rule.

I hope you find something you love... Congratulations on reaching a personal milestone.