{"title":"July - Ruby","description":"\u003cp\u003eJuly's birthstone is the ruby - a gemstone of intense, fiery red, the most prized of all coloured stones and a symbol of passion, protection, and prosperity. This collection brings together handcrafted pieces set with ruby, each hallmarked at the London Assay Office and made in England.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"heart-pendant","title":"Ruby and Silver Heart Pendant, Handmade Sterling Silver Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis sterling silver heart pendant rests on a fine silver chain. The piece is formed by hammering a single block of silver into a heart shape, making this a truly one-off pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single ruby sits flush in the upper right of the heart, a small dark contrast against the matte silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf this piece is out of stock it can be made to order and will take three weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/virginiaallan.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact me \u003c\/a\u003efor questions, bespoke and timings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterling silver · Ruby · Hallmarked at the London Assay Office\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby is the July birthstone, making this a personal gift for anyone born that month.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Virginia Allan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52939370037514,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/3602\/4842\/files\/IMG_2768_60e9fc31-7109-40df-b5f0-cbf95271ff18.jpg?v=1777213542"},{"product_id":"ruby-leaf-earrings","title":"Ruby Leaf, Handmade Silver, Gold and Ruby earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eSterling silver earrings, each set with five rubies in individual 18ct gold mounts. The silver is matte and the gold settings catch the light beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight enough to wear all day. Handmade in Hastings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIf this piece is out of stock it can be made to order. Allow three weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/virginiaallan.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact me \u003c\/a\u003efor questions, bespoke and timings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSterling silver · 18ct gold · Rubies · Hallmarked at the London Assay Office\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Virginia Allan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52939389337866,"sku":null,"price":480.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/3602\/4842\/files\/ruby_leaf_earrings.jpg?v=1789046702"},{"product_id":"july-birthstone-ring-ruby","title":"July Birthstone Ring, Ruby","description":"\u003cp\u003eA handmade hammered silver band, gypsy set with a small faceted ruby. The classic July birthstone. Rich red, vivid, and the colour of vitality itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eMade to order. This design is shown with a loose stone, set here to give you a true sense of its colour. Yours will be made once you order, in the same gypsy setting, ready in two weeks and hallmarked at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/virginiaallan.com\/blogs\/notes-on-making\/what-happens-at-the-assay-office\" title=\"What happens at the assay office?\"\u003eLondon Assay Office.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the gem\u003c\/strong\u003e Passion, vitality, courage. Ruby is the most prized of the red stones and has been worn by royalty for centuries. The colour is unmistakable, deep red with a slight blue undertone in the finest stones. read about it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/virginiaallan.com\/blogs\/notes-on-making\/ruby-july-birthstone\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterling silver band, hand hammered for a soft texture and gentle catch of light. Approximately 5mm wide, 1mm thick. Set with a faceted natural ruby, approximately 3mm. Stones are individually selected and may vary in tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing\u003c\/strong\u003e Each ring is made to your size. Please leave your UK ring size at checkout, or message me if you forget. If you are unsure, take a ring you already wear comfortably to a high street jeweller. Most will measure it for free in a couple of minutes. You can also order a plastic ring sizer online for a few pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmarking\u003c\/strong\u003e Hallmarked at the London Assay Office, the oldest assay office in the UK. The leopard's head mark has been struck on London silver since 1300. Even where the weight falls below the legal hallmarking threshold, I send these pieces for assay because the mark is part of what I want every customer to receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by hand in England\u003c\/strong\u003e Each ring is made one at a time in my studio in England. No two are identical. The hammered surface picks up its own pattern of marks as it is worked, so yours will be uniquely yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear it. Sterling silver develops a soft patina over time which only adds to the character. A polishing cloth restores the shine in seconds. Avoid chlorinated water and harsh cleaning products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGift wrapping\u003c\/strong\u003e Every ring arrives in a small recycled gift box with tissue and a hand tied sleeve, ready to give. Add a note at checkout if you would like a message included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLead time\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIf you need it sooner for a birthday or gift date, message me before ordering and I will do my best to work to your deadline.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/virginiaallan.com\/collections\/twelve-months\/birthstones\" title=\"Birthsone ring collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee the rest of the collection - one ring for every month\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Virginia Allan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53011813269770,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/3602\/4842\/files\/IMG_3384.jpg?v=1778593286"}],"url":"https:\/\/virginiaallan.com\/collections\/july-ruby.oembed","provider":"Virginia Allan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}