Histories and legends
The name ruby comes from from the Latin ruber, etymological root of red. Before the advent of gemmology in the 18th century century, a large number of red stones were mistakenly called rubies. In ancient times, Petit Charcoal (carbunculus) was an appellation that included ruby, garnet and spinel. At the ancient Greeks, these gems, red in color the name anthrax (anthrax in French). ardent). Exposed to an intense source of heat, they were reminiscent of the bright red of a burning coal.
The ruby belongs to to the corundum (oxide) mineralogical family of crystallized aluminum) just like sapphire. These two stones are the basis of the minerals allochromatic, which means that they are colorless in their pure state and are colored by to the presence of chromogenic.
Concerning the sapphire, it is the iron and titanium these magnificent shades. For the ruby, this is due to the presence of chromium and iron that gives it its beautiful colors. It is point out that too high a concentration of iron results in a rather brown tint.
However, the nuances of rubies are very specific and defined. Mostly red, ruby also contains 20% secondary color, such as orange, pink and violet. Visit rubies can have various optical effects, such as as asterism (the appearance of a star) or chatoyance (cat's eye effect).
In the 12th century B.C., the first rubies were mined. took place in Sri Lanka. Originally named Ratnaraj in Sanskrit translates as God of stones Hindus and Burmese have been long believed that transparent sapphires or were unripe rubies. The ruby embodies passion, love and romance. Visit The Burmese considered rubies to be a talisman and said it was a drop of blood from the bowels of the earth.
Like so many stones, rubies are said to have many virtues spiritual.
Rubies from Sri Lanka Lanka has been known to the Greeks and Romans since 480 BC. They attribute to ruby the power to help overcome all kinds of poisons, to encourage passions and to make sadness.
In the Middle Ages, the Christian kings wore rubies on their crown as a symbol of Christ's blood. The ruby was reputed to bring luck to the game. In ancient Indian tribes, we saw in a ruby an eternal inner fire supposed to grant longevity.
Long confused with garnet or red spinel, it is not in the 19th century that it was finally included in the corundum group.
Rubies are one of the most important of the most expensive and rare gems (much rarer than diamonds). Some rubies have the AAA designation, which indicates they have magnificent clarity. Ruby has a very high hardness of 9 out of Mohs scale.
Dichroic stone, ruby is 80% red and displays the same secondary colors: orange, pink, yellow purple or violet. Rubies without inclusions are extremely rare. Some inclusions, such as of titanium (also known as bristles) improve the play of light inside the stone.
To keep things in perspective reasonable budget, you have to accept certain imperfections: a size that's not quite right balance or a lack of reach (hole natural). Don't look for a free ruby of all inclusions, because they are part of his charm.
The beauty of a ruby comes first and foremost from its color and size. Some rubies undergo combined with lead treatment and are then offered for sale. They are can be found in jewellers' showcases foreigners (especially Thai).
It should be noted that the heating of the stone is not necessarily bad: it protects the stone and ¾ of the rubies on the market have undergone this heating. This treatment should not be confused with heating with chemical treatments that denature the stone. Unheated stones are extremely rare and extremely expensive (x 100) and are only used in very high jewelry for unique pieces.
Keep in mind: it's in the heart of the Burmese jungle. famous rubies called pigeon's blood, of a very rare. The most expensive ruby is a pigeon's blood Burmese ruby, 25.59 carats for one value of $30 million.
The deposits
The main deposits are located in India, Burma, South Africa Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, etc.
Les benefits of ruby in lithotherapy
Ses psychological benefits
Rubies are a precious a stone that exudes vitality and joy of and enthusiasm. She's perfect during painful life events, such as such as the death of a loved one, a break-up or the sudden loss of his job. It helps you get back on track and put things into perspective. faster.
This fabulous red stone develops self-confidence, self-esteem and self-confidence. Thanks to this positive influence, the bearer of this stone can once again make plans and especially to reach them. He will show a lot of perseverance and tenacity.
Rubies are a precious a stone that brings prosperity and good luck. It gives great instinct and insight. The wearer will be guided by his sense of smell and will be doing great business. Even at professional, he quickly climbed the ranks thanks to his beautiful intuition.
This gem encourages and stimulates creativity. Its wearer will feel truly inspired and want to to express their emotions. This can in a variety of fields: writing, design painting, music, etc.
The ruby has many powerful energies and vibrations. It increases passions, encourages admiration and love. Its wearer knows no jealousy and promotes wisdom. This stone strengthens courage and willpower. It enables its wearer to succeed in whatever he undertakes, whatever the domain.
Ses physical benefits
Ruby promotes good circulation of body fluids. It provides a good night's rest and restores tone and vitality.
It's a stone anti-stress that reduces tension. It is renowned for its benefits on cycles women.
The ruby is also known for fostering relationships in couples of a certain age age.
It promotes the good functioning of the heart chakra. It helps also binds vitamins A and C, which helps improves the system immune system.
The ruby and the associated astrological signs
The ruby has energetic power and vibration palpable by all the natives of the zodiac. However, it has affinities with the signs astrological charts:
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Cancer symbol of the family, origins and the of the past. This sign represents nostalgia, imagination and sensitivity. Wearing a ruby allows him to develop his self-confidence his self-assurance, for this sign is in great need and reassurance. When he feels in safety, it proves to be creative. He has a great imagination and has artistic gifts. He is only when surrounded by family and friends and his friends. He has a visceral fear of being abandoned and is doing everything indispensable. Very shy, he hides this aspect of his personality by developing a certain aggressiveness and may extremely unpleasant. However, he likes to take care of others, and he's one of a kind. generosity. Adventure doesn't tempt him and he prefers his routine. He is serious, loyal and conscientious. He is a real workaholic. work. In love, he is gentle and sentimental. He has a lot of tenderness to give and doesn't seek not tumultuous relationships. He needs reassurance and is one of the most important so-called emotional dependents ;
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Lion symbol of the power, of the royalty and flattery. This sign represents vanity, glory and generosity. The harbor of a ruby gives it strength, vitality and grip. He likes to evolve in a world of parties, leisure and luxury. He loves to be the center of attention and to be admired. He always wants to be in front of the stage. He even has the annoying habit of talking on behalf of everyone. This sign is very proud and he'll never ask for help. By Besides, he hates to lose and is very bad player. He's generous and likes to share with those around him. Very used to being obey, its desires are orders and everything must be the way he wants it to be, or else beware of his legendary temper. Determined, he knows what he wants to do with his life. He's a hard worker who spares no effort his efforts and gets what he wants. At He's passionate, idealistic and loyal. He reassures his ego by multiplying his conquests. However, he is looking for true love and will make a excellent partner;
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Scorpion symbol of death, of the transformations and sexuality. This sign represents passion, desire and mystery. Wearing a ruby develops your instincts and skills. clairvoyance. This sign has faculties in highly-developed psychology. It is able to identify his interlocutor and to detect its weaknesses. For example, it can be very manipulative. He has a tyrannical, violent, even sadistic. He is fascinated by pornography and all human baseness. On the other hand, this sign is loyal and wholehearted. He gives his affection without problem, but be careful not to betray it, because his vengeance will be terrible. He's very combative and a taste for success. It is unthinkable to lose. He is very demanding himself and others. Enigmatic, he never not easily revealed, and keeps the mystery alive. Visit a magnetism, and often lives and breathes his complicated relationships. He hates routine. He is said to be a lover extraordinary who loves to possess totally the other. As he matures, he becomes attached and makes a loyal and protective spouse.
The ruby and the chakras
Ruby helps to balancing the sacral chakra. This chakra is located on the belly, below the navel. This chakra influences emotions and relationships with other people, vitality, sexuality and self-esteem. The balanced sacral chakra gives people the ability to bounce back after a difficulty. She has confidence in herself, feels at ease with her emotions and with her body. As a result, she enjoys a fulfilling sex life. She listens to others and inspires them. trust.
The sacral chakra indicates that the person is repressing her emotions, her physical problems. She often presents problems gynecology.
The sacral chakra unbalanced, too open, makes the person very greedy, hyperemotional, aggressive. She has often unbridled sexual behaviour and strong tendency to manipulation.
The chakra unbalanced, closed, can develop in as a result of a rigid upbringing and overbearing. Sexuality was a subject taboo and the person couldn't let go. She's very insecure about herself and she blocked all her sexual impulses. She lives in fear of being betrayed and abandoned.
Maintenance, purification and recharging ruby
Since its launch extraction, the ruby can neither be purified nor recharge with the elements of nature like water, earth or the sun. Your ruby has certainly been in contact with various influences or not. As soon as you arrive in your home, your ruby will need to be purified, then recharged. Operations are to be carried out at the at least once a month or after a intensive use in lithotherapy.
Plunge in your ruby in a clear glass filled with spring water for 2 hours. Do not put your stone in direct contact with salt. For purification lighter, you can use fumigation with white sage, a flower of life or a bowl Tibetan.
Recharge your stone by exposing it to direct sunlight for 2 hours. hours or place it in a geode or on a quartz cluster for 24 hours. hours.
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