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1 Astrology

1.1 Origin

Burma, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Madagascar, Tanzania, Kenya

1.2 Color

Red, pink, Red

1.3 Streak

White

1.4 For which Rashi?

Leo, Scorpio, Cancer, Sagittarius, Leo, Scorpio, Cancer, Sagittarius, Leo, Scorpio, Cancer, Sagittarius

1.5 Planet

Mars

1.6 Element of Planets

Not Available

1.7 How to Wear?

1.7.1 Finger

Ring Finger

1.7.2 Ring Metal

Gold, Copper, Gold, Copper

1.8 Energy

Projective

1.9 Deities

Buddha, Krishna

1.10 Not to wear with

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gomedh, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gomedh

1.11 Powers

Wealth, Joy

1.12 Birthstone

1.12.1 Planetary

Not Available

1.12.2 Talisman

Pisces

2 Physical Properties

2.1 Tenacity

Brittle

2.2 Solubility

Not Available

2.3 Durability

Not Available

2.4 Specific Gravity

3.97-4.05
Amber
1 7.18

2.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

2.6 Cleavage

No true cleavage

2.7 Mohs Hardness

9
Amber
2 10

2.8 Chemical Composition

Al 2 O 3

3 Optical Properties

3.1 Luster

Vitreous, Adamantine, Vitreous, Adamantine

3.2 Pleochroism

Strong: purplish-red

3.3 Dispersion

0.02
Rank: 21 (Overall)
Fluorite
0.007 1

3.4 Transparency

Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to opaque

3.5 Refractive Index

1.762-1.778
Agate Opal
1 3.25

3.6 Optic Character

Not Available

3.7 Crystal System

Trigonal

3.8 Birefringence

0.008
Achroite
0 0.296

3.9 Clarity

Transparent

4 Benefits

4.1 Physical

4.1.1 Neurological

Not Available

4.1.2 Cardiovascular

Not Available

4.1.3 Respiratory

Not Available

4.1.4 Reproductive

Not Available

4.1.5 Digestive

Not Available

4.2 Psychology

Not Available

4.3 Healing

Not Available

4.4 Qualities Associated

Not Available

Ruby Details

The healing properties and qualities associated with the gemstones may vary with respect to different zodiac signs. In Asian countries, the art of using crystals for therapeutic uses has been documented centuries ago. In this art of crystal healing, Ruby Benefits have been well identified and tested. However, it should be ensured that before wearing this gemstone, Ruby information and the science related to it should be well-understood.

The belief that Ruby is useful in healing one's physical and mental ailments, is recognized since centuries. Gemologists believe that prominent gem criteria are its radiated energies, the streak and the Talismanic properties. All these factors are highly governed by Physical Properties of Ruby such as cleavage, fracture and specific gravity. Some prominent Ruby details and interesting facts are provided here.

  • Origin: Primarily obtained in Burma, Cambodia, Kenya, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Thailand and Vietnam.
  • Color: Common colors observed are Red, pink, Red.
  • Chemical Formula: Al 2 O 3.
  • Powers: Joy and Wealth.