Imperfect Rex vs Ruby Flora: Unique Gemstone Comparison
By Home · Bloody Mary Metal · Silver and Gold · | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: Comparisons
Compare the Imperfect Rex with Black Opal and the Imperfect Ruby Flora with natural Ruby. See which unique gemstone ring fits your style and budget.
Quick answer
Choose the Imperfect Rex if you want a fiery Black Opal with a slight fog that still catches light superbly. Pick the Imperfect Ruby Flora if you prefer a natural Ruby with a visible corner imperfection, at a slightly higher price.
What makes them imperfect?
Both rings come from the Imperfects collection, meaning each stone has a natural flaw that didn't meet the brand's very picky standard. For the Imperfect Rex, it's a Black Opal with a slight fog and a red/orange flash instead of green. For the Imperfect Ruby Flora, it's a Ruby with a dent in one facet from a natural imperfection on a corner.
Price and value trade-off
The Imperfect Ruby Flora is priced at USD 84.94 (compared to USD 137.00), while the Imperfect Rex is USD 76.26 (compared to USD 123.00). Both offer significant savings over their perfect counterparts, but the Ruby Flora costs about 11% more. Decide if the Ruby's color and stone type justify the extra cost for your collection.
How to decide between Rex and Ruby Flora
- Stone appearance: Imperfect Rex: Black Opal with slight fog and red/orange flash. Imperfect Ruby Flora: Ruby with a dented facet on one corner. The Rex offers a more subtle flaw; the Ruby Flora has a more obvious physical imperfection.
- Price and size: Imperfect Rex: USD 76.26, 8x6mm stone. Imperfect Ruby Flora: USD 84.94, 8x8mm stone. The Ruby Flora is slightly larger and more expensive.
- Uniqueness factor: Both are one-of-a-kind due to their natural imperfections. The Rex's fog and flash color make it rare; the Ruby Flora's corner dent is a visible story. If you want a conversation piece with a clear flaw, choose Ruby Flora. If you prefer a subtler, color-driven uniqueness, choose Rex.
Product facts at a glance
- Imperfect Ruby Flora – SOLD: Sterling Silver Flora ring with an imperfect Ruby (8x8mm) stone. The Ruby has a natural imperfection on one corner causing a dent in one facet. You get a genuine Ruby at a discount, but the visible dent means the stone won't look perfectly symmetrical up close.
Imperfect Ruby Flora – SOLD - Imperfect Rex – SOLD: Sterling Silver Rex ring with an imperfect Black Opal (8x6mm) stone. The stone has a slight fog and a red/orange flash rather than green. The fog and unusual flash give the opal a distinctive character, but it won't display the classic green fire some collectors seek.
Imperfect Rex – SOLD
Which one fits you?
Best for
- Collectors who love Black Opal's unique fire and don't mind a foggy stone
- Shoppers seeking a lower price point for an imperfect gemstone ring
Not for
- Buyers who want a perfectly symmetrical Ruby without any visible dent
- Those who prefer classic green opal fire over red/orange flash
