July Birthstone

July Birthstone : Ruby

Birthstone Color: Red

Like a perfect red rose, "said the deep ruby color of love and passion. Called the" Rajnapura "or king of precious stones from the ancient Hindu born in July is the most popular gems throughout history. Ruby is considered have magical powers and was worn by royalty as a talisman against evil. It was thought to darken when danger threatens, and return to its original color when the danger had passed, provided that it is in the hands of their owners!

Ruby has been considered as heat and electricity. ancient tribes used the stone as ammunition for air guns, and we said that a pot of boiling water would immediately when Ruby was pushed. powder and on the tongue, this crystal was used as a remedy for indigestion.

The word Ruby comes from the Latin ruber, red, viz. There are a variety of corundum, and is in the form of crystals in metamorphic rocks. Corundum is the second hardest mineral after diamond. It 'available in a variety of colors and is considered a sapphire in all colors except red, which is called Ruby. Rubies range in hue from red to orange to purple, but the most precious gems are a true red. Large rubies are very rare and valuable.

The history of Ruby mining dates back more than 2,500 years. The most beautiful crystals are probably from Burma, but quality rubies in India, Sri Lanka, Australia, Kenya, Tanzania, Afghanistan, Pakistan and the United States.

It was said that the red light of Ruby from an internal flame that can not be discarded, donated the stone symbolizes everlasting love. With its hardness and durability, is a perfect engagement gem. And if worn on the left hand, has ancient traditions, one of the lucky wearer with Ruby, too!