It is no secret at all, that we woman love to look and feel beautiful and sensual. It’s in our nature. Flirtatious from birth, we always seek and try to innovate with the sole purpose of attracting attention. Tastes and trends vary from one woman to another, but some have a more extravagant taste and choose to wear jewelry with precious stones, such the ruby, to enhance their sensuality. Its color, bright red and full of passion, dazzles and makes whoever wears it irresistible (if you can afford it, of course). Let´s learn a bit more about this gem, girls take note!
The ruby origin of its name comes from the Latin word ruber, which means red. Rubies vary from pink to orange and brownish red; it all depends on the chromium and iron level it holds. The most desirable color is the so-called “pigeon’s blood”, pure red with a hint of blue that symbolizes blood circulation and passion.
It’s mainly found in Thailand, in the region of Chanthaburi. Thailand rubies often have a dash of brown or violet. Some of the most important rubies deposits where located in Burma, at the region of Myanmar, and in Sri Lanka, southwest of the island in the region of Ratnapura. These rubies where normally light red or raspberry red. Other important deposits are located in Afghanistan, Cambodia, Kenya, Madagascar and Vietnam. They can also be found in Australia, Brazil, India, Malawi, Nepal, Pakistan, the United States and Zimbabwe.
According to ancient mythology, it was known as ratnaraj, which translates as “King of Gems”, and was classified as such. Also, it was believed it could be used for protection against misfortune and bad health. Ruby is the birthstone for Capricorn and Virgo. It is also said it can help improve back pain and toenails problems. Not having enough sexual activity? Rubies can help you better this.
Not only that, this gem is also visually attractive and played an important role in the development of knowledge science for humanity. The first ruby crystals were used during the creation of the first lasers (thanks for the contribution the ruby!).
Is attracting attention a good thing? Of course! You you look unique, dazzling and radiant. If you can´t afford it, there are other less costly options for all those gorgeous ladies who want to impress. Besides of being a great magnet for passion and love, you will look irresistible with it. And in case you cannot afford it, make sure your partner knows that it would be the perfect gift for you.
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