(1)=> Ruby is probably the most iconic coloured gemstone in the world, and its name will forever be linked with its striking, definitive colour. It is part of the Corundum family of gemstones.

(2)=> Early cultures believed that Ruby held the power of life, and ancient scriptures mention Ruby in association with attributes like beauty and wisdom.

(3)=> Ruby is the birthstone for July, the gem for the 15th and 40th anniversaries and is often given as a gift to show the strength of one’s relationship.

• Colour Red (brownish red through pinkish red)

• Family Corundum

• Mohs Scale Hardness 9

• Specific Gravity 3.97 - 4.05

• Refractive Index 1.768 - 1.772

• Lustre Adamantine to vitreous

• Crystal System Trigonal

• Transparency Transparent to opaque

• Chemical Formula Al2O3

• Composition Aluminium Oxide