Ruby is, in fact, the king among precious stones, and looks the part. The gem is blood-red in color and looks the part. By the way, Gem translated from Latin means “RED”.
A high quality gem looks something like this. It has a smooth surface without any defects. Has significant weight. It always sparkles and shines. It has a deep red color and may contain milky inclusions.
This stone is a sign of love; it speaks of the desire for life and health. He has immeasurable power and cannot stand lies.
A little history and myths
A gem is one of the materials used in the manufacture of jewelry. According to one of the many stories of Ancient India, this gem was tempered in the blood of one of the demons named Vala. His blood ended up in the river, on the banks of which these gems were found. After this, stones began to be found on the banks of rivers flowing in Burma, Afghanistan, Nepal, etc. It should be noted that these stones continue to be found in these lands.
Some resemble human blood, some pomegranate seeds. The best examples have a uniform color, and from their middle comes a unique radiance that reflects the sun's radiance. The most expensive gem in the world weighs 8.62 carats. It is set into a Bulgari ring. Another legendary stone is the Black Prince. It weighs 170 carats and is currently placed on the Crown of the British Empire.
In fact, humanity became acquainted with this stone several hundred years BC. It would not be a mistake to say that this is the No. 1 stone for the ancient Romans.
Where is it used?
The main areas of application of ruby are jewelry, inlay, interior decoration, watchmaking and electronics industries.
Jewelry
Jewelry is the widest area of application of the mineral. In the stores you can buy rich necklaces, elegant earrings, and exquisite rings. Jewelry contains both natural and synthetic stones.
Use with wardrobe
The royal essence of the gem dictates strict rules for wearing it. Jewelry with this magnificent stone will be a harmonious addition to a sophisticated evening dress or an elegant business suit.
Bad taste is evident if a woman is wearing more than two products with a mineral. Earrings and a ring, a ring and a necklace, earrings and a necklace - this is the right ruby set.
The stone is democratic in terms of age , but girls and teenagers are better off choosing small rubies and light shades of red.
In interior decor
Decorative items inlaid with rubies look harmonious in an expensive interior. Amazing jewelry boxes, elegant candelabra, solid writing instruments add notes of aristocracy and royal elegance to the atmosphere of the home.
Other areas
In industry, ruby stones are used in the production of complex and precise instruments . Quantum electronics cannot do without it either. Minerals are often present in watch movements.
Physical parameters
Compound
In ancient times, the gem was called yakhont or carbuncle. The basis of the stone is corundum Al2O3. The chromium oxide and iron in its composition give it a blood-red hue. The composition of the gem may include inclusions of rutile.
Physical parameters
Below are the main physical characteristics of the stone:
- Jewel class - 1.
- The Mohs hardness is 9, which is slightly lower than that of diamond.
- Density 3.97 – 4.05 g/cm3.
- One might add that its brilliance is comparable to that of a diamond.
Cut
The more proportional and symmetrical a gemstone is, the higher its price.
This is actually the least important factor for ruby, because large ruby crystals are rare and, as a rule, craftsmen try to maintain the maximum weight of the material.
However, rubies that are too flat or disproportionate tend to sell at a discount.
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Place of Birth
The gem can be found all over the world. But, as a rule, these are semi-precious stones that have various defects. They cannot be processed.
Meanwhile, the highest quality stones are found in Burma, in mines located near Myanmar. The deposits are located in Asian countries. They are mined in East Africa. In Russia, this gem can be found in the Polar Urals, but mining is not carried out on an industrial scale. It is mined as a by-product.
Hydrothermal ruby - what is it?
Hydrothermal stone is a synthetic mineral that has been grown artificially. Its main difference from an artificial ruby is that it retains all the characteristics characteristic of a natural gem. All synthetic stones are analogues of natural ones, a dummy, which is displayed at the presentation in order to avoid theft and damage to the precious ruby.
Hydrothermal gems are now increasingly replacing natural gems for industrial purposes as natural ruby deposits are running out. Hydrothermal treatment is carried out on low-quality stones, increasing their characteristics at temperatures of about 5000 degrees. If the seller sells such a stone to the buyer, he must provide information on the methods of processing it. If a seller tries to sell a processed ruby as an untreated one, he is a fraud and may be punished. Such stones are also natural, but are much cheaper.
The hydrothermal method of growing minerals allows you to speed up the process of its development. In just 1 month, taking into account cutting, you can get a full-fledged ruby, and the finished stone will surpass natural ones in external and strength qualities.
Primary colors
The base color is blood red. But the gem can also be fiery crimson in color, etc. The most valuable are stones that have a purple or bluish tint. This color is called pigeon blood.
The composition of the gem is close to sapphire, the latter also belongs to corundum. But it doesn't have such a wide range of colors. If someone talks about a green ruby, then most likely they are talking about a sapphire.
Meanwhile, a pink gem exists. This is a young gem with a light pink tint.
Physico-chemical properties of stone
| Property | Description |
| Formula | Al2O3 |
| Impurity | Cr |
| Hardness | 9 |
| Density | 3.99—4.10 g/cm³ |
| Refractive index | 1,763—1,772 |
| Kink | Conchoidal. |
| singonia | Trigonal. |
| Cleavage | Imperfect. |
| Shine | Glass. |
| Transparency | Transparent. |
| Color | Red, red-brown, red-purple, red-pink. |
Varieties
Pink ruby
In fact, this gem can be classified as sapphire, and it can have any color. Its dignity lies in the sparkling six-pointed star, which is located in the very center of the processed stone.
Star ruby
This is a unique rock that consists of green cyrsite. It includes rubies that are dark pink or dark red in color. The value of this stone lies in the amazing pattern and combination of colors that is formed by two rocks. The cost of this mineral is quite high.
It must be remembered that the color and properties of a gem are directly related to the deposit in which it was mined.
Compatibility with other gems
In terms of image aesthetics, rubies can only be combined with diamonds and sea pearls . These minerals organically emphasize each other’s luxurious appearance.
In terms of energy, the gem matches well with fiery minerals, such as sapphire. It is categorically unacceptable to combine it with stones of the Water element. Contacting each other through energy channels, amethyst, amber and ruby destroy each other.
Ruby suppresses the minerals of the Earth, preventing them from revealing themselves energetically and magically. For Air stones (jade, agate) it can be neutral, but still tries to suppress them.
Magic properties
Initially, the ruby should be considered as a symbol of power. It helps to raise the political weight of its owner. In addition, this gem is a symbol of love. It is able to help its owners; people who own it are capable of love, compassion, and, if necessary, they are ready to make self-sacrifice. The gem speaks of passionate love. As a rule, it is given to those people from whom reciprocity is expected.
Many are sure that the gem changes color when danger approaches. This mineral has enormous supernatural significance. It is an excellent amulet against damage; in addition, it protects the owner from the machinations of ill-wishers. By the way, it was worn by those people who were afraid of poisoning.
Its magical power is widely used by people with paranormal abilities - psychics, etc.
Dina Rubina: “A writer can be any kind of person”
Dina Rubina
- one of the most famous Russian-language authors of our days.
From her pen came the famous novels “ Russian Canary
”, “
Napoleonic Train
”, “Parsley Syndrome”, and many short stories and novellas.
We talked with Dina Rubina about her novels, life in quarantine, myths about her and whether there really is good and evil in its purest form.
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You once said that it took you a long time to start writing the book “ The Lonely Man Writing.”
" How did you manage to decide?
Last year marked 50 years since the publication of my very first story in Yunost magazine. And I told myself that I was already a very, very experienced person in my profession and it would not be a shame to say what I think about literature. This book is about the profession of a writer, about where heroes come from, how novels are created.
Could you tell the story of the creation of Russian Canary again?
At almost every speech I give in a bookstore, they put a book on my table and say: “This is my book, please read it.” Once on the last day of the tour, I was looking through the books given to me and saw one green brochure, and on it was written: “Russian Canary. Yesterday, today and tomorrow." And a little lower: “Published with the support of the Russian Canary Support Fund.” I thought it was some kind of humor. I looked in and it was a manual on mating, breeding, hatching, feeding and teaching songs to singing canaries of the Russian canary breed. It took my breath away: I just saw the title on the cover - “Russian Canary”. Russian canary is the nickname of a scout, I told myself. All that remained was to write a novel, and I did it.
Why don't you want Russian Canary to be made into a film?
It is very difficult to film it. In terms of production, this is difficult to do. There are a lot of different cities and locations. This requires a significant amount of money.
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Did the story in the story "Cold Spring in Provence" about Van Gogh's book actually happen to you?
Yes. I accidentally found a book of Van Gogh's letters in a ruin. There is nothing special in this short story, other than the fact that I quote Van Gogh’s letters and we travel to the places where he visited, was treated, and where his life tragically ended.
What work of fiction would you like to live in for at least one day?
It is difficult for me to answer this question, because since childhood I have read so many different books. From time to time I re-read some of them, immersing myself in different literature - American, Polish...
Does the writer write for us, the readers, or for himself?
The writer writes because this is his life, his way of living. And then the reader appears.
Do written books somehow change the life of a writer?
A writer's life is changed by working on them.
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How much has your schedule changed with the quarantine in Israel?
Much for the better. Previously, I had to go to my mother’s clinic, pick up my grandchildren and take them to music or somewhere else. And suddenly my children said that I needed to stay at home and not go out anywhere. The fact is that I am at risk. If I get sick, it will be a large tombstone for the writer. And I still want to live.
Would you like to write about the coronavirus pandemic?
It is quite possible, but I know for sure that a huge number of authors are already writing about this. Any theme must grow within the writer, so when I feel that I would like the hero to be on a kind of desert island, then I will probably write. Thanks for the offer!
Were any myths about you born during your tour?
A writer and a famous person in general often falls victim to any myths. To myself, I was very happy to learn that, for example, I had many lovers. And recently a friend of mine was asked if I was marrying Putin.
Does the author's biography influence your perception of his book?
A writer can be any person. There are enough examples in the history of literature.
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Don't you think that good and evil are changing qualitatively? Good becomes more segmented, aimed at those close in kindred and spirit, while evil spreads throughout the world?
I do not think so. I think humanity is more flexible and resilient than we think. Goodness has never been too common in the world. Noble, kind people are not in the majority we would like to see them in. And evil often cannot be called pure evil either. Humans are very complex creatures.
Do your children read your books? If they do read, what books are their favorite?
In general, no. Although my children communicate with me in Russian, the language of the country in which they find themselves predominates.
Do you feel when work on a book ends?
Of course, I have a clear plan! I know when to stop. In addition, when working on a book, the first thing I write is the ending.
Medicinal properties
The healing properties have been well known to people since ancient times. Lithotherapists use it to treat the digestive organs and joints. In addition, the use of the mineral helps to increase the body's resistance, saves from insomnia and depression.
If the gem is placed in water and left for 24 hours, the infused water will help rejuvenate the skin and restore damaged cells. Significantly makes you feel better when you have a cold. Improves the quality of metabolism and removes toxins from the body.
This gem is considered feminine. It protects them from various kinds of gynecological problems.
Who is suitable according to the horoscope?
The gem is a solar gem and belongs to the fire element. It suits those zodiac signs corresponding to fire. That is, Leo, Aries and Sagittarius. It is not suitable for signs related to water - Cancer, Pisces. It is not recommended to use this gem for Taurus and Virgo.
For Capricorn, this gem is useless, it does not bring any benefit, but there will be no harm from it.
Talismans and amulets
The gem acts perfectly as a talisman for military and fire fighters. He protects them from death. The gem warns owners of danger by changing color. In addition, it is believed that a talisman with a gem protects against natural disasters
If there is a gem in the house, it will protect the house from fire and intruders. As they say, if a gem talisman is constantly near its owner, then luck will accompany him in everything and everywhere.
The energy of the stone allows you to strive for everything new. A talisman made from it helps creative people and those who are engaged in mental work. In addition, the talisman will always help those who love different adventures. And also, if you dream of a ruby, then the person will soon experience luck and prosperity.
Indian magicians sincerely believed that the stone influenced a person’s actions and provided broad power to its owner. But, on the other hand, the mineral causes positive emotions in people.
How to spot a fake
Let's be honest, we are not talking about counterfeiting a ruby using other materials, but about the technology of giving a natural stone a commercially attractive appearance - refining. No one has yet succeeded in counterfeiting a ruby so that it even looks similar to a natural specimen, and attempts to pass off a composite as a natural stone can easily be exposed by anyone who has held a real ruby in their hands at least once. And synthetic stones are marked accordingly when sold.
At home, it will not be possible to distinguish a ruby, for example, from spinel, garnet, or rubellite. Unless you have special equipment and the skills of a professional gemologist.
| Spinel | Pomegranate | Ruby | Rubellite |
A ring with a ruby of natural origin must be accompanied by a certificate of the stone, indicating its characteristics: carat, purity, color, origin, conclusion of the certifying organization. Modern requirements will also include information about heating the ruby to improve its appearance.
Without professional equipment, you can still distinguish a ruby from other offerings.
The hardness characteristics of the stone are 9 out of 10 on the Mohs scale. This means that only diamond is harder than ruby, and if you run any metal over the surface of a ruby, there will be no traces left on the stone.
If you illuminate a ruby with ultraviolet light, its color will not change, while any synthetic stone will change the color to orange or close to it.
A natural ruby placed in any glass container will color the inner walls of the vessel with its glow; no similar stone or synthetic analogue will give such light refraction. A similar effect can be seen if you put a ruby on glass: even in the absence of good light, the natural stone gives a fairly pronounced reflection, and at the point of contact with the surface of the glass, the glow of the ruby intensifies.
For comparison, here is a photo of synthetic rubies under artificial lighting. You can make sure that there is no question of any light refraction, and even those stones that are turned upside down, culet up, do not show any glow effect.
Pay attention to the natural defects of the ruby - bubbles, stripes, cracks are the first sign of its natural origin. Nature rarely creates gemstones of the highest purity, and even on the most expensive ones, natural inclusions will always be noticeable under magnification. This is the first sign that the stone has not been subjected to additional refinement or filling of voids. Rubies used in the jewelry industry will always have such features. But their absence should be alarming.
Additionally.
If possible, the ruby can be viewed in natural light. A natural stone under sunlight will have two different sides: the stone will play noticeably brighter when directly hit by the beam, and the surface away from the sun will remain matte and muted. The difference is very noticeable even with the first such experiment.
Ruby jewelry
Ruby has found its application in jewelry. It is used to make jewelry.
Every lady will surely be delighted with such a gift. The stone looks especially luxurious in silver. If the ring is used for daily wear, then it makes sense to choose a thin ring. To appear in the world, it is advisable to use large, massive rings or rings. A gem framed in silver fits into almost any look. Ruby jewelry suits both blondes and brunettes.
By the way, for an engagement it makes sense to choose a ring framed in gold.
What metal does it go with?
Such a large selection of rubies - in color, dullness, size and purity - makes any combination possible, regarding the material of the frame. Rings with rubies today are made of any type of gold: classic, lemon, pink, white, as well as silver, platinum, titanium-coated steel (especially popular among men). There are no strict guidelines regarding the best combination of metal and ruby in rings; choose the jewelry that you like best, depending on your budget and usual style of clothing.
In addition to the precious metal, do not overdo it with accompanying stones: a ruby is bright enough to stand out, but in the vicinity of many colored stones it will lose its charm. Diamonds and cubic zirconia are the best choice for decorating rings with rubies.
It is worth noting that with the appropriate design and combination of stone sizes in a ruby ring, you can also find very successful models with colored inserts and combined types of metals. It all depends on the design: if the stones are selected in the right color scheme, such ensembles can be highly appreciated in the jewelry world.
| Silver, gilding, blackening | White gold | Silver, white gold |
| Ruby, amethyst | Ruby, sapphire, diamonds | Rubies, citrines |
Stone care
Ruby is quite durable; you need to wear jewelry with it and store it carefully.
This gem does not tolerate hot sunlight.
Jewelry can only be worn after makeup has been applied.
Decoration that has become contaminated can be soaked in water for 20-30 minutes and then washed using soap, a soft cloth and soap.
For storage you will need a box lined with soft material on the inside. Only stones of equal value can be stored next to it.
How to choose for yourself or as a gift
Based on the simple general rules for wearing rings with rubies listed above, it will be quite easy to purchase one of the acceptable options as a gift. You can please yourself with another ring without any reason, especially if you liked one of the models enough to make a spontaneous purchase.
Unlike the unplanned purchase of clothes and shoes, buying rings with rubies and other precious stones in an unplanned mode is much more profitable. Even if you don’t like the jewelry after a couple of years, you can always sell it profitably, with almost no loss of value, taking into account rising prices for precious stones and metals.
When choosing a ruby ring as a gift, consider the age of the person being gifted, the reason for the gift and the size of the jewelry. Massive gold rings should not be given to young ladies, especially if this is not your relative: you should think about the appropriateness of such a gift. If you want to give a ring with a ruby to a girl whom you have been dating for a short time and are not yet planning a serious relationship, it is better to think about another gift.
