Ruby (King of Gemstones)
Ruby or Yaqoot is a precious gemstone variety of Corundum, valued for its intense red color caused by chromium. As the July birthstone and "King of Gemstones," it symbolizes passion, love, and power. Highly durable (9 on the Mohs scale), the finest rubies show a "pigeon-blood" red hue and are rare, often exceeding diamonds in per-carat value.

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1.31 Carats Natural Fabulous Purplish Red Ruby Gemstone with Oval and Mix Shape

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Key Characteristics and Value:
  • Color: Ranges from pinkish-red to deep red. The most valuable is "pigeon-blood," a bright red.
  • Composition: A mineral species of corundum (aluminum oxide).
  • Quality Factors: Color is the primary factor, followed by clarity, cut, and carat weight
  • Inclusions: Needle-like rutile inclusions, known as "silk," are common in natural rubies and often indicate authenticity.
  • Origin: Famous sources include Myanmar (Burma), Pakistan (Hunza/Neelum Valley), Thailand, and Mozambique.
Symbolism and Uses:
  • Metaphysical: Associated with vitality, protection, prosperity, and improved focus.
  • Jewelry: Popular in rings, necklaces, and crowns due to its durability.
  • Identification: Rubies often fluoresce under UV light.

What “Natural Ruby” Means

  • Formed naturally in the earth, not lab-made
  • May be untreated or heat-treated
  • Always has tiny natural inclusions (no ruby is perfectly clean)

How to Identify a Natural Ruby

✔ Inclusions:

  • Fine silk-like lines, crystals, or fingerprint patterns
  • Perfect clarity usually = synthetic

✔ Color:

  • Deep red with slight pink or purple tone
  • Color should look rich, not flat or glassy

✔ Certification (Very Important):

  • Ask for a lab report from GIA, GRS, IGI, or AGL
  • Certificate should state: Natural Ruby

Treated vs Untreated

Heat-treated:

  • Natural + common + affordable
  • Accepted in jewelry market 

Untreated: Very rare + Much more expensive

Glass-filled rubies: Low quality + Avoid for long-term use or astrology