Ruby jewellery: Embrace July's birthstone with these designs from Bulgari, Tiffany & Co., Dior, and ...

That is, if you care about birthstones and other such mystical concepts If not, the precious gemstone still has the power to captivate, as it has for centuries That's mostly thanks to its rich, blood-red hue, which has meant many things over time: love, passion, joy, vitality, wealth and success, among others.

Unsurprisingly, the ruby has been prized by both ancient Indian royalty and Hollywood royalty Still, you don't need to know your history to know that a ruby jewellery piece is a worthy addition to anyone's collections Above, we've rounded up elegant designs featuring the July birthstone to consider adding to yours.

This story first appeared in Lifestyle Asia Singapore. . Source