Ruby - What is ruby

All about rubies

Rare and glorious, few gemstones have gained as legendary a repute as the ruby. With its blood-red fire, the ruby symbolises the epitome of romance and sensuality. Rubies are often named after their place of origin. Burmese rubies are among the most popular varieties of this red stone, followed by Thai rubies and African rubies.

'Ruby' comes from “ruber” which is Latin for red. Composed of the mineral corundum, this gemstone is highly valued in jewellery making and is popular across the world as an emblem of strength, confidence and passion. Rubies feature in some of the most exquisite jewellery creations in the world, both alone and in combination with other precious stones like diamonds and emeralds adding more fire and sass. Rubies also make a dashing appearance in simple pendants, bracelets and rings fit for daily wear, adding some muted luxury to your everyday styles.

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Red and regal ruby

Resplendent in its intense red and fiery energy, the ruby has a universal appeal. Ranging from deep crimson to vivid pinks, rubies come in a variety of shades.

Rubies, like diamonds, are appraised based on the 4Cs: colour, clarity, cut and carat. The deeper reds with consistency of colour are highly valued in rubies. High clarity with the least inclusions as well as certain cuts depending on the quality and the weight of the stone in carats, all contribute to the value of a ruby.

You just cannot go wrong with rubies. They are precious, fabulous and all kinds of hotness rolled into a gemstone!

Sparkling ruby facts…

When it comes to style, celebrities set the trend. Check out Jessica Simpson’s gorgeous engagement ring with a glowing ruby flanked by diamonds. And that glorious, gigantic ruby ring that David Beckham gifted his wife, Victoria!

The birthstone for the month of July, this deep red stone is associated with the zodiac sign of Cancer. It is believed to endow power and wealth on its owner, not to mention, protection from harm. The ruby is also a traditional gift for the 40th wedding anniversary aka the Ruby Anniversary!

With a hardness of 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, the ruby is ideal for jewellery making, being highly scratch-resistant and durable. Whether a birthday gift based on sun signs, an anniversary gift, or even as a special gift to celebrate a special someone on Valentine’s Day, ruby jewellery fits the bill every single time.

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