Carmen Lucia Ruby Photo by The Smithsonian
Tomorrow, October 16th, for the first time, the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C. invites you to see the Carmen Lucia ruby.
The 23.1 carat red ruby goes on display as part of the National Gem Collection. Curator, Jeffrey Post said, "It is the largest and finest faceted ruby on public display."
Post said that when he first saw the stone, it took his breath away. He added, "The Carmen Lucia ruby is a magnificent gift to the American people."
The American people have Dr. Peter Buck to thank for this gift.
Funds donated to the museum by Buck in memory of his wife, a native of Brazil who was proud to become a U.S. citizen, enabled the platinum ruby ring set with diamonds to be brought to the Smithsonian.
The gem was originally discovered in Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) in the 1930s. Until now, it has been in private hands.
For museum hours and location, go to:
MNH.si.edu
If you live in San Francisco and are looking for a unique natural gem for a loved one this holiday season, or if you simply want to trust an expert no matter where you live, we encourage you to contact Margie Rogerson of:
goldberry
Rogerson, who once dated rock star and recent author, Bob Dylan, draws her inspiration from her life time passion for color.
She is always in search of the perfect red ruby, the rare candy green emerald, and the special sapphire in blue or white or a rainbow of pastels.
Rogerson's claim to fame comes from the beautiful creations she has designed for her clients. The celebrities she has served, to name only a few, include:
San Francisco's past mayor, Willie Brown
Actor, Peter Falk
U.S. Senator, Dianne Feinstein
"Your Brain is God" Cultural Icon, Timothy Leary
"Both Sides Now" Musician, Joni Mitchell
Philanthropist & Socialite, Helen Schwab
"The Bonesetter's Daughter" Best-Selling Author, Amy Tan
"Solstic Live" Jazz Musician, Paul Winter
Rogerson designs earrings, rings, pendants, bracelets and extraordinary rings. The majority of her creations are done in a platinum setting.
Rogerson's Fine Jewelry prices range from $825 - $240,000.
Her Burmese Rubies, such as the six matching round brilliant stones above, start at $9,750.
Here's to healthy, adventuresome, soulful and "goldberry" living!
Inspire & Be Inspired(R).
~ Jennifer King
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