The ruby is one of the four precious stones and the second hardest gem. Here are some fun facts about the history of rubies!
Do the slippers on the left look familiar? Harry Winston’s ruby slippers inspired by The Wizard of Oz have 4,600 rubies and are estimated at 3 million dollars. These strappy sandals on the right are by the designer Stuart Weitzman and have 642 Burmese rubies at an estimated 1.2 million dollars. Talk about making a grand entrance!!
To some ancient cultures, the ruby was known as the “king of gems” representing integrity, devotion, generosity, romance, and courage. It was also thought to cure blood diseases and to ensure good health when crushed to fine powder and placed on the tongue. The English royals would have mainly rubies on the crowns used in the coronation the new kings and queens. It was thought to represent good fortune when rubies were worn on the left hand.
That makes it a great engagement ring! The ruby does represent romance and devotion equaling everlasting love!! The ring pictured above as an example is a 2.72 carat Burmese ruby with diamonds on a 14k white gold ring. Burmese rubies are the most scarce and sought after gems for their superior clarity, hue and saturation.
Want more fun ruby facts?! Check out these fabulous expensive rubies that are out there!
The Heart of the Kingdom Ruby necklace worth 14 million dollars at a staggering 40.63 carats mounted on a 155 carat diamond necklace.
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