diamond-set and enamelled gold bracelet (kara), North India, Rajasthan, mid-19th century. with bubies green and diamonds, floral work on a dark brown background.The hinged clasp rendered in the form of leaf, decorated with red, green, and white stones, the interior with floral motifs and birds, set with foil-backed facet-cut diamonds to exterior.Leaves hold symbolism in many cultures, but in general, they symbolize fertility and growth. The green leaves of spring and summer depict hope, renewal and revival. Blazing yellow, orange and red leaves of fall represent the change of season.Pricing a Ruby Gemstone. Like any other gemstone, the cost of a ruby can vary depending on the quality and carat weight. Note that carat weight is the unit of measurement that most gemstones are weighted by (1 carat 0.2 grams). Rubies can run as little as $1 a carat to $100,000+ a carat, depending on the 4Cs.Where are rubies mined? The finest rubies come from Burma (Myanmar). They are also mined in Afghanistan, Australia, Cambodia, India, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Thailand, the United States, and Vietnam. Since ancient times, rubies have symbolized passion, protection, and wealth. Many cultures have strong ties to it being a symbol of love and commitment, making it a great gemstone for a wedding ring. In modern times, ruby is the birthstone for July, The finest ruby has a pure, vibrant red to slightly purplish red color. In most markets, pure red colors command the highest prices and ruby with overtones of orange and purple are less valued. The color must be neither too dark nor too light to be considered finest quality. Besides the legendary history and reputation of rubies discussed above,they're incredibly rare stones. In fact, much rarer than natural diamonds. Maybe that's one reason why ruby gemstones are often set alongside diamonds. Although rubies can be much smaller in carat weight, they are still showstoppers. The ancient practice of pearl diving, alongside the wealth and variety of precious and semi-precious stones in the region, ensured an increase in the use and popularity of stone set jewellery.During the 17th century, the Mughals brought Islamic influences to the art of jewellery in the region. The emperors wore luxurious pieces of jewellery adorned with magnificent gems and pearls. The main purpose of bridal jewellery is to adorn and compliment the bride's attire, and this tradition dates back thousands of years and continues to the present day.

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