YOUR GUIDE TO RARE BEAUTY

Discover the Beauty of

Ruby

Explore the history, properties, and value of one of the world's most remarkable gemstones.

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

Chemical Formula

BeAl₂O₄ (Beryllium Aluminum Oxide)

Luster

Vitreous (Glassy)

Refractive Index

1.76

Specific Gravity

3.97

Crystal System

Trigonal (Rhombohedral)

Hardness

Currently priced at

$1,000+

a Carat

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

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

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

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