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Saturday, May 23, 2026

5/23/26 Report - Most Valuable Rubies. Researching Decanter Bottle Find. Shipwreck Map Hangup. Half-staffed.

 


Estrela de FURA Ruby.


Rubies have been prized for more than two thousand years and are among the rarest of all gemstones. Composed of corundum with trace amounts of chromium, rubies are second only to diamonds in hardness and are revered for their vivid red color. In ancient Sanskrit, they were known as Ratnaraj—the “King of Precious Stones”—a title reflecting their association with royalty, protection, and power.

In the modern market, the most valuable rubies are natural and unheated, with origin playing a critical role. Stones from Myanmar (Burma) and Mozambique command the strongest prices, particularly when paired with vivid, saturated red color and strong transparency. The term “pigeon’s blood” is used in the trade to describe rubies of exceptional color and quality... 


Here are the four most expensive ruby rings.

Estrela de FURA 55.22 carats, Mozambique origin, unheated, cushion cut $34.8M

Sunrise Ruby (Cartier) 25.59 carats, Burmese origin, pigeon’s blood, Cartier setting $30.9M

Ruby and Diamond Ring 24.70 carats, Burmese origin, pigeon’s blood, diamond surround $11.2M

Graff Ruby 8.62 carats, Burmese origin, pigeon’s blood, Graff provenance $9.0M


Here is the link for the rest of the article.

A Closer Look at the Top Four Most Expensive Ruby Rings | Jewelry | Sotheby’s

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Pressed Glass Decanter.


This decanter was found along the banks of a river.  It is about 9.5 inches tall and in perfect shape.  The top is perfect.  It isn't chipped, the bottle was made with an irregular ruffled edge around the lip.


Bottom of the Same Decanter.


The bottom of the decanter has the FEDERAL LAW FORBIDS SALE OR REUSE OF THIS BOTTLE along with a variety of other numbers.  The Federal Law message dates from 1935 to 1964.  One of the number is a "62" which could be the date.


Here is the maker's mark found in the center of the bottom.


MTC Maker's Mark on Bottom of Decanter.


That is a mark of the Thatcher Glass Mfg. Co.

Here is a link for more information on that company.


That site will also help to decode some of the other numbers on the bottom of the decanter.  I might do that some time.

I just posted the decanter in my tgbottlebarn.blogspot.com site.


And here is a link to an article that tells how to tell the difference between pressed glass and cut glass.

https://www.libraryofvintagethings.com/2025/11/11/pressed-glass-vs-cut-glass-how-to-tell-the-difference/

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In my 5/16/26 post, I showed a good Florida shipwreck map.  Joe D. found the map still available online being sold by the original publisher.  He purchased a copy, which measures 20 X 28, and said he is going to frame and hang his copy.

I'm always glad when people are able to follow up on and use the information in my posts

Thanks for sharing Joe.

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Unlike other periods of national mourning, Memorial Day features a distinct flag etiquette. According to official guidelines from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), compliance requires adherence to a specific timeline:

  • Sunrise to Midday: The flag must be flown at half-staff from sunrise until precisely noon.
  • The Midday Transition: At noon, the flag is to be raised briskly to full-staff for the remainder of the daya
  • The Symbolism: This shift marks the formal transition from mourning the fallen to honoring the enduring legacy of those who served.


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Clip from Stuart Rocks Beach Cam Saturday Morning.

Southeast winds and swells on the Treasure Coast this morning, with about a two foot surf.

The tides are moderate.

Remember on this Memorial Day weekend.

Treasureguide@comcast.net


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