RUBY RIDDLE: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO THE PRECIOUS GEMSTONE

RUBY

The Latin word "ruber," which means red, is the origin of the word "ruby." Ruby has always been highly prized due to its rarity and beauty. It was believed in ancient times that rubies had life-giving properties and could shield their wearer from harm. Rubies were also thought to bring prosperity and luck in some cultures.

COLORS

Ruby, a type of the mineral corundum, is a precious gemstone. Due to the presence of traces of chromium, it has a vivid red color that makes it famous. From a pinkish red to a deep, dark red, the color can vary. Ruby is the July birthstone, and it is a common present for 15th and 40th wedding anniversary celebrations.

ORIGIN

Ruby Ring

One of the most famous ruby deposits is in Myanmar (formerly known as Burma). Burmese rubies are known for their exceptional color and have been highly sought after for centuries. Other important ruby-producing countries include Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan.

LAB GROWN RUBY

 For centuries, synthetic rubies have been produced and are utilized in a wide range of industrial processes, including watchmaking and lasers. "Created" or "lab-grown" rubies are terms used to describe these synthetic gems. In terms of their optical and physical properties, they are very similar to natural rubies, but they cost a lot less.

MOHS SCALE

Ruby is a durable gemstone, ranking a 9 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness. It is suitable for all types of jewelry, including rings, earrings, pendants, and bracelets.

SPIRITUAL BELIEF

Ruby is said to bring peace, love, and calm to its wearer, as well as to possess a number of healing properties. It is also said to help wearers achieve their goals and boost their energy and vitality.

Ruby is a beautiful and valuable gemstone that has been prized for centuries for its deep red color and brilliance.