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Like sapphire, ruby is a member of the corundum family of minerals. Traces of Chromium provide rubies with their fiery red color. A hue has become synonymous with passion and love

The most prized color of Ruby is referred to as pigeon blood and stones possessing this rare quality command extraordinary prices.

Lore

Rubies are the rarest of all gemstones, yes, even rarer than diamond. Biblical writings describe them as the ultimate symbol of wealth:

“She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire can compare to her.” (Proverbs 3:15)

“Coral and Jasper are not worthy of mention; the price of wisdom is beyond rubies.” (Job 28:18)

In Sanskrit, the word for Ruby, “Ratnaraj,” translates to “King of the Gems.” Dying to get back to Kansas? Just slip into a pair of ruby shoes, click… click… click… and you’ll be home in no time.

Most ruby crystals form inside marble in regions that include Myanmar, Vietnam, and the Himalayas.

An auction of American Billionaire, Lily Safra’s pigeon blood “Hope Ruby,” recently garnered $6,742,440 a record price for a colored gemstone.

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Care

Ruby is a perfect choice for everyday wear. With a Mohs hardness of 9 it is nearly as durable as a diamond. We encourage storing your Ruby in a separate box or pouch to avoid scratches and damage that can be cause by contact with other metals and gemstones.

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Tradition

Birthstone: July
Anniversary:
15th and 40th
Zodiac: Capricorn

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Chemistry

Mineral: Corundum
Chemical Composition: Al2O3
Refractive Index: 1.762 to 1.770
Specific Gravity: 4
Mohs Hardness: 9

WHY WE LOVE RUBY

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Fluorescence

Rubies bear rare red fluorescence that brighten their brilliant red color in sunlight

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Asterism

In rare cases, rubies can possess a star feature which manifests as star shaped rays of light emanating from the center.

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Groundbreaking

The very first laser was invented in 1960 using ruby for its intense red glow.