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Called the king of gemstones, ruby has stood for life, courage and love since the dawn of civilization.
Chapter one
In Sanskrit ruby was ratnaraj, king of precious stones. Burmese folklore told of rubies that brought safety and success, and in Europe they were exchanged as tokens of love and protection.
From ancient Burma to the royal courts of Europe, ruby’s fire was believed to hold the very essence of the human heart. Warriors in ancient India even set rubies into their skin to gain invincibility in battle.
In Sanskrit, ruby was the king of precious stones.
Chapter two
Ruby is the red variety of corundum, colored by chromium. Chromium also gives ruby its fluorescence, a red glow that seems to come from within.
The most prized rubies, from the Mogok Valley in Myanmar, are known as pigeon blood for their vivid depth.
Rubies have graced the crowns of kings and inspired centuries of jewelry artistry, from Mughal treasures to Cartier masterpieces. In modern design, they remain the ultimate expression of emotional fire and timeless devotion.
Chromium gives ruby a glow that seems to come from within.
Chapter three
At 9 on the Mohs scale, ruby is one of the hardest gems there is, ideal for a bracelet worn every day and kept for generations.
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