Birthstones Are Gemstones
Birthstones are gemstones that are associated with a particular month.Birthstones signify the month of a person’s birth and are traditionally given as gifts on anniversaries and Birthdays. July’s birthstone is the Ruby. They are beautiful red gemstones that are found all over the world.
The ruby has a rich history dating back to the Roman era. The stone symbolized passion, protection and prosperity for many cultures. For example, the Tibetans believed that rubies could ward off evil spirits. In Sanskrit, rubies were known as “ratnaraj,” meaning “king of precious stones.” The Ancient Romans believed that rubies were associated with invincibility. Rubies are valued by many cultures for their beauty and durability.
Rubies Are Found All Over The World
Rubies are found all over the world, with notable deposits in Afghanistan, Australia, Cambodia, India, Kenya, Madagascar, Myanmar (Burma), Nepal, Pakistan, Russia (Siberia), and Sri Lanka (Ceylon), Tanzania, Thailand, and Vietnam. Rubies can also be found in the United States in North Carolina. The vast majority of rubies that are used in jewelry come from Myanmar (Burma).
Rubies are a red variety of the mineral corundum and are typically found in metamorphic rocks. They get their red color from chromium impurities. Most rubies have imperfections called “inclusions.” Inclusions are tiny minerals or fractures that are found inside the ruby. These inclusions can actually add to the value of the ruby because they can be used to identify where the ruby came from. Rubies that do not have any inclusions are very rare and are more valuable.
Cut and Clarity
Rubies are typically cut into rounds or ovals. The most important factor in determining the value of a ruby is its color. The second most important factor is clarity, followed by cut and carat weight. Most of the rubies that are used in jewelry today are heat-treated to improve their color and clarity. Rubies can also be treated with a process called “fracture filling,” which fills in cracks in the stone with a glass-like substance. Rubies that are “fracture filled” are less valuable than those that have not been treated.
How Rubies Are Polished
After rubies are mined, they must go through a process of cutting and polishing before they can be used in jewelry. The first step is “bruting,” which involves grinding the ruby down into its rough shape. Next, the ruby is “preformed,” which gives it its basic shape. After that, the ruby is “cut and polished.” The cutting process involves using a spinning wheel to cut the ruby into its desired shape. Finally, the polisher uses a fine abrasive to polish the surface of the ruby.
What Makes Rubies So Special?
Rubies are special because they are one of the hardest gemstones. They are also the traditional gift for 15th and 40th anniversary. Rubies are a symbol of love, passion, and power and have been used as currency as well as jewelry for centuries.
Rubies are polished in different ways based on their location. For example, Myanmar rubies are typically polished using oil, while Thai rubies are usually heated to enhance their color. Rubies are polished by a process called “flaming.” Heat is applied to the ruby, which turns the surface of the stone into a fine powder. This powder is then blown away, revealing a shiny and polished surface.
Rubies are incorporated into jewelry in a variety of ways. They can be set in rings, earrings, pendants, and bracelets. Rubies can also be used as accent stones in diamond jewelry.
More Facts About Rubies
- Rubies are a type of the mineral corundum which is crystalline aluminum oxide with traces of chromium, iron, titanium, vanadium
- They are found in a variety of colors, including red, pink, orange, and purple
- The most valuable rubies are a deep red color with few imperfections
- Rubies are the hardest gemstone after diamonds
- The word “ruby” comes from the Latin word “ruber,” which means “red”
UNEEK Ideas for Ruby Jewelry
- Uneek Oval Ruby Ring with Diamond Halo and Trapezoid Sidestones, in 18K Gold
- Uneek Ruby Diamond Earrings, in 18K White/Yellow Gold
- Uneek Ruby Diamond Necklace, in 18K White Gold
- Uneek Pear Shaped Ruby Bracelet, in 18K White Gold
- Uneek Oval Ruby and Round Diamond Three-Row Band, in 18K White Gold
If you are looking for the perfect gift for someone who has a July birthday, look no further than ruby gemstone jewelry from Uneek.
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