JULY BIRTHSTONE - THE RUBY
Each month is associated with a stone. For the month of July, the associated stone is none other than the ruby. A stone of intense color, the ruby is the 7th birthstone of the year and the second stone to be red.
Indeed, the birthstone for the month of July boasts a beautiful bright red color.
The sun of the beautiful summer days illuminates the jewels adorned with rubies.
This stone was once the favorite of maharajas, shahs, sultans, and caliphs, adorning the jewelry and crowns of Western sovereigns and princes. Its blazing red is the predominant criterion, as associated with fire, blood, and wine, this color represents strength, power, and courage.
While the characteristics of rubies and the virtues attributed to them accompany those born in the month of July, what are the specificities and benefits that make it one of the most sought-after precious stones in jewelry?
You are about to discover them...
WHERE DO RUBIES COME FROM?
The most ancient origin of rubies is that of the rubies from Sri Lanka, discovered by the Romans and Greeks in the year 480 BC. However, the classic appearance of July birthstones is the one found in Myanmar.
It is a mine that is no longer exploited, but it is in this place that the most magnificent rubies in the world have been located: the Pigeon Blood rubies.
This type of gem has an exceptional color and clarity. Currently, there is still a deposit in Myanmar, a nation intimately associated with ruby gemstones.
That is why the kings of Burma, the former name of Myanmar, were called the "Lords of the Jewels".
Nowadays, the extraction of July birthstones is mainly done in Africa, Asia, and Australia. They are also found in Sri Lanka, Cambodia, and Madagascar. Nearly 90% of the world's ruby production still comes from Burma (especially the centuries-old exploitation of the Mogok region). Twice a year, most of the production is sold at auctions in large events in Rangoon. But this gem can also be found in other places in Asia.
WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF THE RUBY?
The ruby is nicknamed the sovereign of gemstones, embodying romance, passion, and love.
This stone is also associated with many legends, such as the ancient Indians who, admiring the ruby, noticed an eternal fire, due to its intense red color.
From then on, they adopted a belief that the stone would bring them strength and longevity.
In the Middle Ages, this precious stone was attributed with a power related to prophecy.
The ancients believed that the July birthstone would become dark to predict an upcoming disaster. The Burmese wore the ruby as a talisman that would protect them from potential dangers.
They thought that the ruby stone was a drop of blood from the Earth.
For Christians, the ruby is one of the most precious stones, its deep red color represents the blood of Christ.
Written in the Holy Bible, the ruby was linked to wisdom and beauty.
The Romans often confused it with other intense red gemstones, such as garnet or spinel.
THE COMPOSITION OF RUBY
The ruby is one of the 4 precious stones along with the emerald, sapphire, and diamond. It is the red version of a mineral called corundum, a family that also includes the sapphire. The red color, sometimes pinkish or tending towards brown, of the ruby corundum is due to the presence of chromium. It is the fourth hardest mineral (index 9 on the Mohs scale). Its density varies between 3.97 and 4.05. Ruby crystals are prismatic and relatively small. This precious stone is rare and highly sought after.
DOES THE RUBY HAVE A PARTICULAR MEANING OR VIRTUES?
This stone associated with the month of July has many virtues and physical benefits. For example, elle helps to fight fatigue, improve visual acuity, be effective against digestive problems and promote wound healing.
In addition, ruby is known to treat heart and circulatory problems. It also regulates the blood system. For example, this stone will regulate menstrual cycles in addition to fighting fever and infections by avoiding painful periods. Thanks to this stone, cramps and tensions are relieved. Its energies also stimulate the functioning of the kidneys and adrenal glands.
On a daily basis, this gem can help lower cholesterol levels by acting directly on the organs. The body regains all its tone and vitality to feel less tired, preserved from intoxications and contagions. Ruby thus promotes longevity without forgetting its protective effect against seasickness.
The intense red and fire red color of the ruby birthstone is a symbol of strength and loyalty.
For centuries, this July birth gem has been worn as a sacred object and has been used to ward off bad luck for centuries.
It was the precious stone set on crowns, armors and scepters, as well as on silver or gold cups, in the time of kings and knights.
The July birthstone is known to provide perseverance, courage, will and assurance.
But ruby is above all a powerful sign of love and passion.
That's why many engagement rings have a ruby. The virtues of the ruby birthstone are protection, luck and love, elle is considered the most coveted precious stone in jewelry.
Set in gold or platinum as a pendant, bracelet, necklace, earrings or ring, ruby brings strength and bravery to its wearer, this is one of its main qualities.
Ruby also has psychic and relational virtues. Indeed, it is likely to increase the chances of having a child, promotes sexual activity and restores joy of life and enthusiasm. In addition to warding off nightmares, this stone helps to channel concentration and regulate hyperactivity. Moreover, elle strengthens will, courage and promotes prosperity. Often used in the artistic field, ruby stimulates creativity by awakening dormant parts of the brain and bringing a new vision. Finally, this stone releases barriers and lets the imagination do its natural work. It also promotes wisdom and brings a gentle serenity.
WHAT IS THE POWER OF THE RUBY?
The ruby directly affects the heart chakra, the fourth chakra, located at the sternum, between the two shoulder blades. It centralizes energy, the source of love and joy, being the stone of passion and love. It helps to strengthen love for oneself and for others. For example, self-assurance and self-confidence grow day by day with a balanced heart chakra.
Furthermore, the ruby also helps to open and balance the second chakra, the sacral chakra, associated with the emotional body, sensuality, and creativity. It is located in the center of the lower abdomen, about eight centimeters below the navel. This chakra is important and is the basis of our sense of well-being, thanks to it, we can "feel" the world around us and within us. It allows for serene and harmonious exchanges with others.
In case of imbalance of this chakra, a frustration and a disconnect with oneself can be felt.
WHAT SHADES OF COLOR DOES THE RUBY HAVE?
The ruby is primarily red in color, but it has secondary colors: purple, pink, or orange. These sapphires are not rubies, but Padparadscha sapphires or Evening Red sapphires. Rubies are red.
Many believe that the rarest gemstone is the diamond or the emerald. It is the ruby stone, which is the rarest, elle is also expensive. Like all gems, the clearer the color, the harder they are to find.
Finding a 100% red ruby is very difficult.
Each July birthstone, even a ruby comprising 90% red, will have an ancillary color which can be purple, pink, orange, or even purple: dichroic stone.
The clarity of the July sun easily highlights this birthstone. Indeed, it is with the light of a beautiful sunbeam that the color of the ruby reveals all its power, whether it is mounted on a bracelet, pendant, ring or earrings on platinum or gold
HOW TO WEAR THE RUBY?
Choosing a birthday or wedding gift remains complicated, as the choice is vast.
With a ruby jewel, it will be easy to fill the person to whom it is offered with surprise and happiness.
The entire team at the jewelry store La Celinni, expert in natural diamond, will be there to assist you in selecting a ruby jewel gift.
Its collection is not limited only to this July birthstone, you can also find other jewelry set with various birthstones for those born in other months.
You can purchase competitively priced jewelry with a garnet, amethyst, aquamarine, white sapphire, emerald, pink sapphire, peridot, blue sapphire, tourmaline, citrine, tanzanite, etc. stone.
WHEN TO OFFER YOUR RUBY?
The ruby is the stone associated with the month of July. Therefore, giving a piece of jewelry adorned with this stone to someone born in July can be an ideal gift idea. You can also give a ruby for a birth in the month of July. This personalized and original gift will undoubtedly be greatly appreciated.
Another perfect occasion to give a ruby can be when buying an engagement ring. It is true that, generally, this eternal ring is adorned with a diamond. However, if you want to give a ring that is out of the ordinary for a woman with a more original style, do not hesitate and give this ring adorned with a beautiful red stone.
The 35th wedding anniversary is known as the ruby anniversary. Symbolizing passion and love, which are essential qualities for a couple of 35 years of marriage, the ruby is one of the most coveted precious stones. At the heart of this sublime stone, there is a bright light that lights up each year, just like the flame of a 35-year marriage.
Whether in the form of a bracelet, pendant, earrings or ring, the ruby lends itself to all styles and all occasions. Find all our jewelry adorned with rubies on our online store Celinni, a wide choice awaits you.
MAINTENANCE AND PROTECTION OF A RUBY
To maintain your ruby, use warm soapy water and a soft cloth lightly soaked in olive oil. You can also have it cleaned by steam or ultrasound. However, rubies whose fractures, gaps, and cracks have been filled are sensitive to scratching and heat. It is not recommended to use any type of chemicals.
To recharge your stone associated with the month of July, place it in the sun for half a day or on a cluster of quartz or amethyst. Thus, elle will be fully recharged in one to two hours of full light exposure. It is also possible to recharge the stone all night by exposing it to moonlight.
HOW TO DETERMINE THE PRICE OF A RUBY?
The ruby is no exception to the "four Cs" rule, which corresponds to color, clarity, cut, and carat. The price of a ruby is thus determined based on these 4 criteria.
For example, ranging from red to dark red, the color can significantly increase the price of the stone depending on its intensity. Pigeon blood rubies are the most sought after and therefore the most expensive, but they are very rare. As mentioned above, they usually come from Myanmar (formerly Burma) and have a red so bright, intense, and pure that they are nicknamed "pigeon blood" rubies. This type of ruby has a slight blue hue that adds more support to the red color of the stone. Its value can reach thousands, even millions of euros for some stones. The most expensive ruby in the world was sold in 2015. It is a Burmese ruby of 25.59 carats, sold at Sotheby's for 30.33 million dollars. An amount that speaks volumes about the beauty and rarity of this color.
The clarity of this stone is often very good like many corundums. However, some contain defects such as small inclusions or cracks. The clarity of the ruby will obviously play a key role in its price, a gem of great purity can exceed the price of a diamond.
The way the ruby is cut has a real importance on its price. It helps to hide defects and bring out the best in the stone but also to make it elegant and unique. Several options are available to the craftsman to cut a ruby, but the most common are round brilliant, oval brilliant, emerald for the purest gems or cabochon, especially when it is star-shaped.
WHAT IS THE PRICE OF A ONE CARAT RUBY?
The ruby is one of the most prized gemstones and its value can reach small fortunes. Its price ranges from €100.00 per carat to several €1,000.00. The world record per carat dates back to December 2015. A Burmese cushion-shaped ruby of 15.04 carats was sold at Christie's for €16,737,071.00, or €1,112,837.00 per carat.
WHAT ARE THE ICONIC CELINNI RUBY JEWELRY?
At Celinni, we offer you center stones or paving stones of different qualities. These different colored stones can then be set into jewelry, custom made in our Parisian workshops in accordance with the great French jewelry tradition. We also offer you a wide choice of rubies, of all shapes. Our experts are at your disposal to assist you in your purchase and help you make the best choice.
Find the ruby that suits you on our website in the Search for gemstones directly from the source section.
Discover this sumptuous red stone, available without intermediaries at the lowest market price! It is notably thanks to partnerships in the main trading places in the world, that we can provide you with rubies at the best price. These partners are located near the production sites throughout Asia, Africa and South America to ensure the best traceability.
If you wish to give an original, personalized and unique gift to someone born in the month of July, the ruby is your solution. Make an appointment now in the showroom closest to you!
OUR RUBY EARRINGS
Set on 4 light and thin claws, the ruby gemstones sourced by our gemologists from controlled suppliers through international diamond exchanges and without intermediaries are unique and resplendent.
Highlighted by a halo of sparkling diamonds, the central ruby stone perfectly frames all faces with a deep red glow.
Discover and try our Mon amour ruby earrings in our jewelry stores in France, Switzerland and Morocco.
OUR RUBY PENDANTS
A true emblem of Parisian jewelry, an icon of Place Vendôme, the Mon amour pendant in ruby is unique. It features a magnificent central ruby, mounted on 4 elegant claws, and surrounded by a halo of diamond.
A must have to try urgently in Celinni jewelry stores.
OUR RUBY BRACELETS
Perfectly paired with diamonds and yellow gold for a sparkling ruby and diamond river, the July birthstone is warm and shimmering.
Elle will gracefully and uniquely dress all wrists. Our ruby and diamond rivers are a must-have, and make an ideal gift. Bringing strength and bravery to men, or love and passion to women, our ruby and diamond bracelets are perfectly unisex and match all styles.
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?
Don't delay, make an appointment in one of our jewelry stores, to be advised by our team of certified diamond experts. Located in France, Morocco and Switzerland, our jewelry stores open their doors to guide you towards the most beautiful precious ruby stones and towards the choice of shape and color that perfectly matches your search, in order to create with you the perfect jewel. Try and buy beautiful ruby earrings, pendants or bracelets at the best price at Celinni.
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