Concept in Definition ABC

Its name comes from the Latin word ruber, which means red. East mineral, also known as red corundum, has the following characteristics: high hardness (nine out of ten in the scale of Mohs), it has several shades and the most valued is the intense red, it has other mineral remains such as chromium, iron and titanium and as a gemstone it is one of the most valued and expensive on the market international. Its mineral characteristics are similar to those of sapphire, since both share corundum as an element. According to classification from Strunz that is used in mineralogy, ruby ​​is an aluminum oxide crystal and its chemical formulation is Al2O3.

Main deposits and extraction systems

The best known deposits are in the continent Asia, specifically in Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Thailand.

Ruby can be found in wells at a certain depth, in some quarries or on the banks of rivers. His extraction It is done through artisanal methods that have not changed over time.

Its use in jewelry

It is one of the most prestigious gems in the world of jewelry. In this sense, the rulers of India in ancient times used rubies to adorn their thrones or to decorate their weapons. The great jewelers study their purity, their shape and the distribution of color and in some cases they are more valued than diamonds.

In recent years, natural rubies are being replaced by synthetic ones, which have a similar appearance but are a lot more economical (synthetic imitations have a similar shape and color but do not have the chemical characteristics and physical).

Symbolism and properties

Traditionally precious stones have a very symbolic charge. singular. The ruby ​​represents the ideal of charity and loyalty. In ancient times, some cultures considered that this stone hid spiritual powers.

Those who believe in power and Energy of the chakras hold that ruby ​​vibrations can be beneficial in many senses: to give joy, to provoke a pleasant sleep or to help overcome material difficulties. In relation to health, it is claimed that this gemstone can help overcome kidney problems, certain eye conditions or immune problems.

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