>The ideal ruby has a color of vivid medium-dark tone of red. It is interesting, to know that a purple red ruby which is set in yellow gold will appear to be pure red, because the yellow from gold neutralizes the blue from purple red. So, this is a solution of having ruby jewelry with [...]
>July birthstone called Ruby righteously symbolizes passion and love. The ancient Hindus call this precious gem ‘Rajnapura’ which means ‘King of Gems’ being one of the most costly stone throughout history. A magical power attributed to ruby jewelry is that of warding off evil spirits. Worn by the right owner, it can change its redness [...]
>To Hindus, the Ruby is the King of Precious Stones. To them, wearing Ruby Jewelry affords all protection–from enemies, guards their home and belongings. Their legends say Rubies sprang up from the blood of the Demon God Vala. To give a Ruby offering to the God Krishna is to come back a powerful ruler in [...]
>Natural ruby shades vary from light to dark red and rubies often have undertones, such a a purplish cast. The variations add to the charm and individuality of each gemstone. If you were born in July, ruby is your special birthstone, but ruby jewelry is a universal favorite. We associate the color red with the [...]
>All men are different, but there is one thing that they all have in common, they are hard to shop for. The great news for all of you that always have a hard time shopping for your dad or special someone is that there is one gift that all men love, and that’s men’s ruby [...]
>The most costly gemstone – the Ruby, is one of the world’s rarest stones and is the red variety of corundum (Aluminium oxide) with traces of chromium. Highly valued Ruby having a bluish tint is called pigeon-blood-red. Less costly ones have brownish or yellowish tint. The best quality ruby is obtained from Burma, while commercially [...]
>Star Ruby is said to pep up internal strength, ward off tensions, distress the mind and drive away stress related problems like migraine, insomnia, and hysteria. The healing powers of gemstones remain a controversial issue, but are mentioned since ages by healers, shamans and medicine men. Whether it’s a fact or a placebo effect doesn’t [...]
>Rubies display well in almost any type of cut, but avoid cuts that are shallow or poorly faceted. Many rubies that aren’t suitable for faceting are still beautiful when cut in a cabochon or pillow shape. Do expect to pay for rubies of gem quality, though. After imperial jadeite, rubies are the most expensive gems [...]
> During the middle ages it was believed that the Ruby could protect the wearer from drowning, relieve pain and cure rheumatism.A legendary Ruby, the size of a man’s hand, said to be owned by the King of Siam in the 13th century was believed to prolong youth. Each night and morning the king rubbed [...]
> Natural ruby shades vary from light to dark red and rubies often have undertones, such a a purplish cast. The variations add to the charm and individuality of each gemstone. Some rubies are red with yellowish to orange tones. Some rubies are red with blue to purple tones. Large, high-quality, natural rubies are very [...]
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