Ruby Gemstone

A precious gemstone that is known all over the world for its beauty and mystical powers, Ruby is one of the highly demanded gemstones ever. Also called as the Manik stone in Hindi, Ruby’s deep red color signifies love, romance, and passion.  The ruby gemstone has a special place in Vedic astrology as it is ruled by the Lord Sun, which is the king of the zodiac. Being the nurturer, the vital energy provider and the soul of the entire Universe, the Sun is known for its strength and leadership. And Ruby takes inspiration from the Sun, which makes it a powerful gemstone.    Such are the ruby gemstone benefits that several celebrities across the globe have been seen wearing rubies.  Let’s take a look at some of the most amazing healing benefits of the Ruby gemstone. 1. Physical Healing  Believed to be a blood stone, Ruby is said to strengthen the heart and improve blood circulation and flow across the body. Wearing ruby gemstone is believ...

There are some things that change your perception of beauty or make you meet with beauty in a new form. If till now you have had the opinion that only things that are living are beautiful, then it’s time you take a look at the Ruby gemstone . A perfect example of splendor, innate exquisiteness, and royalty, this gemstone is not only spellbinding but is also packed with some amazing powers. For several eras now, natural rubies have caught the attention of jewelry lovers. When a natural ruby stone is worn, the wearer not only gets compliments on the royalty of their looks but also benefits from its astrological powers. Here are some wonderful powers that make this gemstone all the more special. Emotional Healing: One of the excellent powers of ruby stone is that it heals the wearer emotionally and provides stability to their state of mind. For centuries, the ruby Jyotish gemstone has been helping people to become positive and happy. By getting rid of negativity,...

Ruby gemstones are one of the very few gemstones that never go out of fashion. This is the reason why they are a trusted choice of many celebrities. From rings to earrings and pendants, there is a lot that the world of ruby stones offers to the divas of today. And the best part of the exquisite ruby stone jewelry is that it is long lasting, luxurious and an investment worth making. Several celebs, particularly actresses that are known for their brilliant acting skills and great taste in fashion, have adorned rubies with great élan and confidence. Let’s take a look at some of these celebrities wearing ruby jewelry. Penelope Cruz – An impeccable taste of Ruby and Diamond Crescent Earrings For those who have a special place in their hearts for crescent-shaped earrings, Penelope Cruz’s spectacular ruby and diamond earrings was a true beauty. Giving a traditional look that exudes elegance from every angle, these earrings became a must-have amongst style conscious wome...

What do you think of when you hear of the color red? Does it remind you of love or passion? Or do you think of the beautiful and the most expensive of all gemstones – the Ruby stone?  Well, just like many intense things and feelings in the life, the ruby gemstone is also associated with red and represents the color incredibly. As a matter of fact, the name “ruby” is derived from “ruber” which means red in Latin. The Science of Ruby: Ruby is the red variant of mineral corundum and is famous for its bright color, durability, and luster. The chemical formula of corundum is Al2O3 – which means is formed of aluminum oxide which contains two aluminum atoms and three oxygen atoms. The chemicals are packed in a close hexagonal structure. And the mineral consists of iron, vanadium, titanium, and/or chromium. The presence of chromium traces results in the color red of the beautiful ruby stone.  Chromium (Cr) has 24 as its atomic number. It is basically a great colo...

Ruby stone or the Manik stone is one of the most precious members of the gem family. A red variety of the mineral corundum, ruby is extremely durable with a hardness that ranks 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness, which makes it a great long-lasting choice. The stunning pink to blood-red hues of this gemstone can even beat diamonds.  The ruby gemstone is also known for its mystical powers and the benefits that it provides to the wearers as it is the gemstone of the Sun.  Now, let’s discuss clarity of ruby gemstones. The clarity of any gem is determined by two characteristics – inclusions and blemishes. While inclusions mean that the gemstone is natural, too many inclusions may deteriorate its value. On the other hand, a blemish is something that affects the surface of the gem. Inclusions found in Ruby The ruby inclusions are as follows: Cavities – These are holes that extend to the surface of the gemstone Chips – These are broken pieces on ruby’s girdle ...

An Introduction to Ruby Gemstones: Historically, ruby gemstones are precious stones that were associated with royalty and wealth. Even today, the ruby is a bit on the pricy side. Even so, it is worthwhile to have one this ruby stone among other healing stones. Ruby the king of gemstones and the most powerful precious stone in the universe, Ruby is largely associated with love, attraction, and passion.  Chakras and Color of Ruby Gemstones: Ruby is commonly identified with the root Chakra due to its reddish hues, but is also can be used quite effectively to energetically stimulate the heart Chakra. Color ranges of ruby crystal are pinks, deep reds, and orangey red. But, the ideal color of ruby for jewelry making is the rich intense pure red abundant in fluorescence features. Healing Properties of Ruby Gemstones:  Take a look at the top healing properties of rubies: Physical Healing: Ruby is also considered as the “blood stone”.  ...

Introduction to Ruby gemstones: In its simplest terms, a ruby is a red gemstone more officially we called it as“aluminum oxide”. The ruby is one of four precious stones being a part of the corundum family of gemstones. The name ruby comes from the Latin term “Ruber” meaning red and the redness of the stone comes from the presence of the element chromium. Ruby Stone is distinguished for its bright red color, being the most famed and fabled red gemstone. Beside for its bright color, it is a most desirable gem due to its hardness of 9.00 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Quality of Ruby Gemstones: Not all gemstones are of the same quality. While some rubies, are clear and beautiful. On the other hand, some of the rubies are dull, filled with flaws, and the color of old blood. Treatments are applied to the gemstones to improve their clarity and color. This is not the first time that the people have used various technologies to improve gemstone’s clarity, looks and thei...