RUBY

ARCHANGELS:

Jophiel and Michael

COLOURS:

pink to blood red

THE ORIGINS:

Origin and Reservoirs

• Burma (Myanmar): Most valuable rubies, pigeon blood shade

• Thailand: Dark red rubies (areas: Krat, Tschantabun, Bangkok)

• Sri Lanka: Rose-red hue

• Other countries: Madagascar, Tanzania, Afghanistan, Vietnam, Mozambique
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Traditions and Symbolism

Always a symbol of power and protection, the Ruby was used by warriors and rulers. In Eastern cultures it is considered sacred and solar, known in Sanskrit as Ratnaraj, "King of Gems."
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Identity

Ruby is a red variety of corundum, an extremely hard mineral (second only to diamond). Its deep red colour comes from the presence of chromium.
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Uses and Traditions

Ancient uses:

• • Considered more valuable than diamond

  • Worn by warriors to become invincible

  • Associated with the Sun in Indian cultures
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Sanskrit name: Ratnaraj ("King of Gems")
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Historical names: Carbunculus (Latin), Anthrax (Greek)
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Curiosities

• Stone of the month of July

• 15th and 40th wedding anniversary stone

• Luck stone of: Capricorn, Cancer (traditional), Leo (Vedic astrology)

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Metaphysical Properties

• Associated element: Fire
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Gems that go well with Ruby

Nature itself suggests harmonious combinations with ruby. Some stones are found naturally combined with it, creating both aesthetic and energetic synergies:

• Zoisite + Ruby: green and red mixture said to help the spine.
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• Fuchsite + Ruby: useful combination to stimulate lucid dreams.
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• Kyanite + Ruby: energizing, enhances vitality. Blue kyanite, even on its own, pairs well with rubies.

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Chakra:

1st MULADHARA - the root

2nd SWADHISTHANA - the sacral

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PROPERTIES, CHARACTERISTICS AND BENEFITS:

Cut and Shapes

• Most common cuts: Oval, round

• Other cuts: Cushion, emerald, cabochon (especially for rubies with asterism)
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Chemical-Physical Characteristics

• Mineral class: Oxides

• Family: Corundum

• Chemical formula: Al₂O₃ + Cr (aluminum oxide with traces of chromium)

• Crystal system: Trigonal

• Hardness (Mohs Scale): 9

• Refractive index: 1.76 to 1.78

• Density: 3.97 to 4.05 g/cm³

• Pleochroism: Yes (orange-red, purple-red)

• Fluorescence: Red under UV
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Effects on Body and Psyche

Physical benefits:

Stimulates circulation and spleen

Strengthens the immune system

Useful against fatigue, detoxifies blood

Not recommended in cases of fever or hypertension
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Psychic benefits:

Passionate and eternal love

Courage, vitality, inner strength

Stimulation of sexuality and creativity

Protection from negative energies

Stimulates energy, passion, motivation

Helps overcome apathy and shyness

Promotes concentration and spontaneity

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USAGE:

Common uses:

Methods of Use

• Wear in contact with skin

• Use during meditation (pelvic area to stimulate energy)

• Place it under the pillow to ward off nightmares

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CLEANING AND RECHARGING:

Care and maintenance:

• Cleaning: brief exposure under running water (without complete immersion), then dry thoroughly.

• Recharging: via Reiki, violet flame, resting on amethyst or rock crystal druse, exposure to moonlight or sunlight (not direct).

• When it loses its energy and breaks down, it should be returned to nature (sea or river).