The July birthstone is the ruby, a brilliant crimson gem stone that blazes with the heat of the high summer & commands recognition when set into these July band eternity rings. These July birth stones are actually a specific type of sapphire, as they form from the same minerals; ruby is just the special name for gem stones in this family that form with a distinctive vibrant crimson color. Ruby rings like this July ruby and diamond eternity ring were believed to have defensive qualities, and to inspire lasting love and romance.