Ruby

Ruby is a crystal of aluminum oxide called "corundum" in mineralogy, and is known as a bright red gemstone. Below are some details about Ruby.

  1. Characteristics Ruby is characterized by its bright red color, which generally ranges from deep red to bright red. Ruby color is determined by the presence of chromium and iron. Ruby has a hardness of 9, which means it is extremely hard, tough, and extremely durable compared to other gemstones.

  2. Origin Ruby is mainly mined in Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Tanzania, Kenya, etc. It is also produced in the United States, Australia, Cambodia, India, Japan, etc., but the production volume is small.

  3. Value Ruby is one of the four major gemstones (diamond, emerald, sapphire and ruby) and is highly valued. A ruby's value is determined by factors such as color, clarity, color, and cut. Bright, clear red rubies are generally considered the most expensive.

  4. Uses Ruby is used not only as a gemstone, but also in industrial applications. Ruby's red color is used in lasers, optics, medical instruments, sensors, and more. It has also been used as a gem since ancient times, and is also used for crowns and jewelry.

  5. Wedding Ring Ruby is also popular as a wedding ring stone. Unlike diamonds, rubies are considered stones of passion, passion and affection. It is also popular as a wedding ring stone because it is relatively inexpensive compared to diamonds.