The Black Prince's Ruby

Five years ago, August babies were given the gift of a brand-new alternate birthstone. Along with the grassy green peridot, the spinel was named by the American Gem Trade Association as August's second gem option.

Some of the Coronation regalia used during the ceremony. At the top is the Imperial State Crown containing the Black Prince's ruby. In the middle are the sandals forming part of the

Gemstones and Birthstones: The Black Prince's Ruby (Not), Jewelry

Black Prince's Ruby – the “Great Impostor” – Hubert Jewelry – Fine Diamonds and Gemstones

The Black Prince's 'Ruby', or spinel, is a deceptively rich red stone

Inside the dark history of Britain's Crown Jewels: King Charles and Queen Camilla wore the Lahore diamond, the Cullinan diamonds and the Black Prince's Ruby at their coronation amid repatriation calls

A Look at the World's Most 'Cursed' Jewels

The Imperial State Crown and the Black Prince's Ruby: The stone that is really a spinel and worn by Queen Elizabeth

Black Prince's Ruby Ruby, Historical fashion, British royal family

JAMES II'S CROWN OF STATE, with the Black Prince's Ruby in the center front cross pattée in an engraving from Francis …

Is the Black Prince Ruby REALLY a Ruby? Did you know

Black Prince's Ruby - Eagle News

Rubies are really a girl's best friend — Gold, Gem and Treasure

Black Prince's Ruby – the “Great Impostor” – Hubert Jewelry – Fine Diamonds and Gemstones