![]() A key mine near Mogok flooded and collapsed several years ago, and the other mines have not been producing in the quantity that they used to. Historically the finest Rubies were mined in Burma (now Myanmar) but these sources are drying up. The scarcity of fine Rubies cannot be overstated. Most Rubies are heat treated, to remove silk inclusions, and this is an acceptable treatment and we always disclose this to buyers, and items are accompanied with lab paperwork when the ruby is over $2500. Lastly, the best Rubies come out of the ground as they are, and are untreated Ruby, and buyers pay a premium for totally natural Rubies. So a ruby cut with precision is a welcome rarity. This frequently results in a windowed, deep or shallow, off shape stone. Most rubies are cut at the mine where they aim to preserve weight and size. Thirdly, a good ruby must have a good cut. Thus a flawless Ruby is almost unheard of, but we aim for rubies that are eye-clean and whose imperfections do not detract from the life of the stone. Almost all rubies contain flaws and imperfections due to the geological conditions when they form. Secondarily the gem must be clean to the eye. Really, any Ruby that screams RED is going to be valuable. The ideal color for a Ruby is 95% red, with just a hint of blue or purple- what connoisseurs call “pigeon’s blood red.” The best shade is medium dark, so that the color is rich and intense, without looking too dark or pink. What makes a Ruby top quality? The key factor is color. Thus the entire globe is in competition for a tiny supply of elusive rubies. In Asia – especially China – a ruby has become a symbol of wealth. In Europe rubies are associated with royalty and command a premium. In the US rubies are the July birthstone and considered one of the three precious gems, thus demand is high. Yet scarcity of fine natural Rubies cannot be overstated. In European lore, the Ruby was given as a gift to show love, passion, and success.Įlusive Ruby: As you can see, Rubies are coveted by cultures and people around the world. ![]() The ruby is also believed to protect the wearer from negative forces that leach positive energy, promoting spiritual vitality and wellness overall. In India, it is believed that the Ruby stone has the power to align and lend energy to the body. In China, where red is the good luck color, Rubies are a good luck gemstone. ![]() In the US, its red color makes the Ruby a perfect gift for a loved one or on occasions such as Valentine’s Day or an anniversary. Ruby Meaning: The ruby has more of a spiritual meaning to most people. 1.00ct unheated Burmese Ruby (GIA) set in white & yellow diamond accented ring mounting
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