18K Gold Lavender Jadeite Cabochon Ruby Cocktail Ring - UK P US 7.75

18K Yellow Gold · Natural Lavender Jadeite · Natural Rubies · Fine Jewellery

Stillness and Strength — Lavender Jadeite Framed by Rubies in Gold

Natural Lavender Jadeite & Ruby Cocktail Ring in Solid 18K Yellow Gold · One of a Kind

There are rings that decorate a hand and rings that command it. This is the second kind. A natural Grade A lavender jadeite cabochon of 13.8 × 17.8 × 7.0mm — substantial, serene, glowing with soft lavender undertones — sits at the centre of a solid 18K (750) yellow gold open-work setting of genuine sculptural character. On either shoulder, five natural rubies of 1.5mm are clustered in a floral formation against the open ribbon gallery, their deep crimson cutting through the jadeite's cool stillness with precise, deliberate contrast. At 7.00 grams of solid 18K gold, this ring has the confident presence of fine jewellery built to be worn and noticed. Understand why 18K gold is the standard for significant gemstone rings.

One of a Kind
This is a single, unrepeatable piece. The combination of this particular jadeite — its specific tone, translucency and scale — alongside this setting cannot be replicated. Once it leaves, it is gone.

Design
The open-work ribbon gallery is the defining detail. Rather than encasing the jade in a solid bezel, four heavy prongs lift the stone while the shoulders open into graceful curved ribbon frames — negative space that gives the ring an airy, sculptural quality despite its substantial weight. The ruby clusters sit within this open architecture on each side, visible from multiple angles. As interesting from the side as it is from the front.

The Jadeite
The oval cabochon measures 13.8 × 17.8 × 7.0mm — a commanding stone with Grade A lavender jadeite classification, verified via specific gravity matched to authentic high-density jadeite. The satin-smooth surface reveals the stone's natural translucency without over-refining it. Purple jade is considerably rarer than the vivid greens most associated with jade; its lavender colouring carries its own symbolism of wisdom, intuition and spiritual calm. No treatment claims beyond visual inspection are made; buyers requiring formal gemological certification should seek independent assessment prior to purchase.

The Rubies
Ten natural round mixed-cut rubies — five per shoulder at 1.5mm each, arranged in tight floral clusters — provide the colour counterpoint that makes this ring extraordinary rather than simply beautiful. Their deep crimson is the thermal opposite of the jadeite's cool lavender; together they create a chromatic tension historically rooted in East Asian jewellery traditions. Verified total ruby weight: 0.50 carat. All rubies are natural. Understand what the 750 hallmark on the band confirms.

Care & Wear · Both jadeite and ruby require gentle handling. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, steam and prolonged contact with chemicals, perfumes or cleaning products. Clean with a soft damp cloth only. The four-prong jade setting should be checked periodically by a fine jeweller. The 18K yellow gold requires no replating. Read our complete fine jewellery care guide.

What makes lavender jadeite different from green jade?

Green jade — particularly imperial green — is the stone most people picture. Lavender jadeite is considerably rarer: its colouring comes from different mineral inclusions within the jadeite structure, giving it a cooler, more ethereal quality. Grade A classification confirms it is natural and untreated. In symbolic terms, lavender jadeite is associated with wisdom, spiritual awareness and inner calm — distinct from the prosperity symbolism of green jade. A stone of this size and quality at 13.8 × 17.8mm is an uncommon find. Explore our full fine jewellery collection.

Why rubies alongside jadeite — what does the combination mean?

The pairing of jade and ruby has deep roots in East Asian jewellery traditions, where contrasting gemstones express complementary forces — the stillness of jade balanced against the fire of ruby, calm paired with courage, wisdom met with vitality. The warm crimson of the rubies against the cool lavender of the jadeite creates a chromatic dialogue that is visually striking and symbolically coherent. A combination with intention, not simply decoration.

Is this Grade A jadeite and what does that mean?

Yes — Grade A jadeite is natural, untreated stone with no polymer impregnation or artificial enhancement. The specific gravity of this stone has been verified to authenticate it as genuine high-density jadeite. No gemological certificate is available; buyers requiring formal treatment documentation should seek independent assessment prior to purchase, as is standard practice for any significant jadeite acquisition.

What is the open-work ribbon gallery and how does it affect the ring?

The open-work gallery means the space beneath the jadeite opens into curved ribbon shoulder frames rather than enclosing it in solid metal. This gives the ring architectural lightness despite its 7.00 gram weight — the ruby clusters become visible from the side as well as above, and light reaches the underside of the cabochon contributing to its glow. The four heavy prongs holding the jadeite should be inspected periodically by a fine jeweller to ensure they remain secure.

Why is only one available?

JewelHub sources fine jewellery as individual pieces. This ring — this particular jadeite, in this particular setting, with these rubies — exists once. It will not be reordered, remade or restocked. The person who chooses it will be its sole owner, which for a ring of this character and rarity is entirely fitting. Visit our jewellery care guide for aftercare advice.