Ruby Gemstones
A collection page of Gandhara Gems
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Discover the captivating world of Ruby Gemstones - Nature's finest crimson treasures. Explore their rich history, stunning hues, and remarkable metaphysical properties. Learn how these exquisite gemstones have captured hearts for centuries. Dive into the allure of rubies today! split Ruby Gemstones: Natural Ruby Gemstone, deep pink to blood red-colored, precious gemstone of the Corundum family. The name Ruby is derived from the Latin word "ruber" meaning red. Geologist believes the red color is caused by chromium and in the case of brownish tones the presence of iron. Ruby is one of the most popular jewelry stones because of its exceptionally durable. It is used in various forms of jewelry, including bracelets, necklaces, rings, and earrings. The red color can vary based on the origin or deposits. Well-known ruby deposits are located in Afghanistan , China, India, Madagascar, Myanmar, Pakistan, Russia, Sri Lanka, and the USA. Ruby Associations: Chakras Heart Chakra, Base Chakra Birthstone July Zodiac Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius Anniversary 40th Hardness 9 Planet Sun Color Pinkish-red to Red Ruby Color: Color is the most critical factor concerning Ruby’s value. In the rubies case, it is the red hue with secondary hues ranging from purple and orange through to pink and violet, purple perhaps being the hue that best reinforces the intensity of the red. In today’s market, pure red colors command the highest values, and ruby with overtones of purple and orange is less valued. The tone needs to be neither too dark nor too light to be considered the finest quality. If it is too dark, it will negatively affect the stone’s brightness, or if it is too light, the stone may be supposed to be a pink sapphire, even if the color intensity is high. Ruby Clarity: Clarity usually plays a limited part in the valuation. It is nearly impracticable to find a ruby that requires no treatment; the color is created by impurities. Solely the best rubies are faceted, and these are