Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Rubies, known to be the symbol of love and romance, are also the most ...

Often used as side stones, as halos or as eternity band fodder, gemstones (that is: rubies, emeralds, sapphires, coloured diamonds, et al.) usually play the supporting role—and play it well. So when ...

Kate Middleton's engagement ring saw coloured gemstones become more popular again. They had their boom in the early eighties when Prince Charles and the then Lady Diana Spencer became engaged. The ...