The
Basics:
Mineral: Corundum
Chemical Formula: Al₂O₃
Color: All variations of red, from pinkish to dark brownish red
Mohs Scale Hardness: 9
As the color of passion, courage, and resilience, rubies are the life of the party. And resilient they are! Ranking just behind the diamond in strength, rubies register a 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness. Said another way, they can handle the heat and will NOT get out of the kitchen, thankyouverymuch.
The party has ARRIVED! Not only is ruby the birthstone for July, it is also used to celebrate 15th and 40th wedding anniversaries. If ever a gemstone were to celebrate love, it's the ruby.
Deriving from the Latin word rubens
, which means red, rubies have been renowned for centuries. They were even recorded in Sanskrit as the "King of Gems".
Heirloom jewelry is one of the greatest ways to connect with loved ones through time. As such, these pieces are not meant to sit in the back of a jewelry box. They are meant to be worn with pride and treasured from generation to generation. That said, sometimes you might acquire a piece that doesn’t suit your style or taste – but it still means something to you.
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As we enter Women's History Month, punctuated by International Women's Day, we are joining the celebration to honor female contributions and achievements.
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