History
- Ruby is a type of Corundum. It has a beautiful red colour due to the presence of chromium. Corundum, which also occurs in other colours, is classified as Sapphire. In its pure form, Corundum is colourless. The word 'Corundum' comes from the Tamil word 'Kurundam', which means 'Ruby Sapphire'. The English name 'Ruby' is derived from the Latin 'Ruber', meaning red. The most desirable Ruby colour is a rich deep red with a hint of blue, known as 'pigeon's blood'.
Medicinal * Metaphysical properties
- anaemia, energy, headache, weight loss, immune system, infections, exhaustion, blood, bleeding, blood circulation, leukaemia, menstrual pain, menopause, strength, motivation, negative energy, negativity, insomnia, nightmares, eyes, focus, fertility, courage, injuries, digestion, metabolism, spontaneity, thymus, joy, vitality, spleen, confidence, nervous system...
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Features of the mineral
| Chemical composition | Al2O3:Cr |
| Colour | deep red |
| Hardness (Mohs) | 9 |
| Density | 3.97-4.05 |
| Refractive index | 1.760-1.772 |
| Crystal system | Trigonal |
Origin and sources of the mineral
- Myanmar, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Afghanistan, Australia, Brazil, India, Cambodia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Nepal, Pakistan, Zimbabwe, Tajikistan, USA and Vietnam.
Care
- To clean your Rubies, simply use warm soapy water and a soft cloth. As with most gemstones, ultrasonic cleaners and steamers are not recommended. It is best to store your stone jewellery and the stones themselves in a fabric-lined box or wrapped in a cloth separately from the rest of the jewellery, to prevent self-damage and possible scratches.
- It is advisable not to wear jewellery during major physical activities such as exercise or sports. Avoid spraying perfume and hairspray directly on your jewellery and stones.
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Horoscope
- Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn