Ruby - Gem of  Love

What is Ruby?

Ruby is known as the King of Gemstones. The name "Ruby" was derived from the latin word "rubens" meaning "red". Historically, many believe that mystical powers lie within this intensely colored red gemstone. When instead beneath the skin, the ancient Burmese believe that the stone generates a mystical force, which protects the wearer from accidents and attack. In ancient world, many believes Rubies to contain prophetic powers, enabling wearers to predict their future based on the color changes of their gemstones. Rubies are believed to bring courage to the wearer. The ancient hindus enchanted by the color of Rubies considered them to be "Ratnaraj" or the "King of Precious Stones". Rubies and Sapphires are closely related having corundum as their base mineral. Thai Rubies tend to have a darker color and less intensity than Burmese Rubies, which are known for their high quality and high price range. African Rubies tend to have heavy inclusions, but beautiful stones with fine clarity can be found, usually in higher price range. Rubies come in different shapes and sizes, providing great variety to Gemstone lovers. a popular form of Ruby jewelry is the rarer yet equally magnificent star Rubies. Microscopic inclusions, sometimes called "silk" are the normal characteristic of Rubies. However, heating tends to dissolve these inclusions. The inclusions within these gemstones may also be evidence that a Ruby has not been heat treated. Inclusions do not affect the value of the stone as long as the brilliance of the stone is maintained and they are not visible to naked eye. Intensity and uniformity of the red color are the factors used to determine the price of Rubies. Highly valued Rubies are those with intense medium red and uniform color. Intense pink Rubies can be highly appraised as well, if they are clear and beautifully cut. Light is very important factor in determining the true color of Rubies

Ruby Care & Treatments

Rubies are one of the toughest gemstones and with no cleavage, breakage rarely occurs. This makes Ruby perfect for all kinds of jewelry including Ruby rings, Ruby necklaces and Ruby earrings. Generally, Ruby is quite durable.

Ruby Terms

"Adelaide Ruby" is a common name for almandine garnet. "Cape Ruby" is a common name for pyrope garnet found in South Africa. "Arizona Ruby" and "Colorado Ruby" are common names for pyrope garnet. "American Ruby" and "Mont blanc Ruby" are really garnet or rosequartz. "Bales Ruby" is really pale red spinel. "Bohemian Ruby", "Montana Ruby" and ''Mountain Ruby" are really garnet. "Brazillian Ruby" is really pink or fired topaz or pink tourmaline. "Siberian Ruby" is really dark pink/red tourmaline.

Ruby Mystical Properties

Love, open the heart. It allows one to overcome fear. Carrier of the red ray. Rubies were thought to ward off misfortune and ill-health. They are given as a symbol of success, devotion and integrity. It is also known to enhance dreaming. It is said to be summer gemstone of the season. It is thought that Ruby makes you cheerful, averts nightmares and dangers.

Ruby Love

Ruby is intense and vivid and is known as stone of love. It is said to open even the hardest heart to love. Ruby is a perfect symbol of powerful feelings, passionate and uncontrollable love which two people feel for each other. according to ancient lore, a Ruby is capable of reconciling lovers' quarrels and promotes the ideal relationship. Ruby red is the color of love, and ruby engagement rings are given to express passion and promise of their heart