History and Origin

Ruby, known as the king of gems, has been cherished for its deep red hues and fiery brilliance. It symbolizes passion and protection across cultures.

Myanmar, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Mozambique, Madagascar

Mostly comes from

Currently priced at

$1,000+

a Carat

Chemical Formula

BeAl₂O₄ (Beryllium Aluminum Oxide)

Hardness

on Mohs scale

Luster

Vitreous (Glassy)

Crystal System

Trigonal (Rhombohedral)

Refractive Index

1.76

Specific Gravity

3.97

Color(s)

Pinkish - red to deep blood - red ('pigeon�s blood')

Chemical Formula

BeAl₂O₄ (Beryllium Aluminum Oxide)

Hardness

Luster

Vitreous (Glassy)

Crystal System

Trigonal (Rhombohedral)

Refractive Index

1.76

Specific Gravity

3.97

Help Guide

Crystal System

Gemstones and minerals are classified into seven primary crystal systems based on their atomic structure.

Refractive Index

The refractive index (RI) of a material measure how much light is bent, or refracted, when entering the material from another medium.

Specific Gravity

The specific gravity (SG) of a substance is a measure of its density compared to water.

Chemical Formula

A chemical formula shows the types and quantities of atoms in a molecule.

Ruby

History and Origin

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