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Ruby Information



Astrology

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

Color
Red, pink

Streak
White

For which Rashi?
Leo, Scorpio, Cancer, Sagittarius

Planet
Mars

Element of Planets
-

Energy
-

How to Wear?

Finger
Ring Finger

Ring Metal
Gold, Copper

Deities
Buddha, Krishna

Not to wear with
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gomed

Powers
Joy

Birthstone

Planetary
-

Talisman
Pisces

Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle

Solubility
-

Durability
-

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05

Fracture
Conchoidal

Cleavage
No true cleavage

Mohs Hardness
9

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3

Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous, Adamantine

Pleochroism
Strong: purplish-red

Dispersion
0.02 53

Transparency
Transparent, Translucent, Transparent to opaque

Refractive Index
1.762-1.778

Optic Character
-

Crystal System
Trigonal

Birefringence
0.008

Clarity
Transparent

Benefits

Physical

Neurological
Stimulates mental concentration and focus

Cardiovascular
Supports heart health

Respiratory
Good

Reproductive
Supports reproductive health

Digestive
Supports digestive health

Psychology
Passion

Healing
Emotional healing

Qualities Associated
Energy

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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. Some prominent healing properties of this gemstone are Emotional healing. 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.

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