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Birthstones have their roots in ancient astrology. Birthstones are gemstones that are associated with the month of one’s birth based on the planetary positions. Wearing your birthstone brings you good luck, good health, and protection. Each of the 12 months of the calendar has a unique birthstone and each stone has a unique meaning and significance.
The month of July marks the beginning of the second half of the year and it is a great time to start on a new foot. A July born child is bound to light up every room they enter with their charming personality. They are full of independence and determination. They can easily channel their strong will to achieve their goals with the help of their birthstone.
Blooming with light, life and love, the July birthstone is the gorgeous deep red Ruby. This gemstone symbolizes power, good fortune and protection.
Coveted by royalty, explorers, warriors and collectors, Ruby has been considered a talisman of wealth and health for the wearer. It is known to bring primordial fire and a new lust for life that can sparkle your soul.
Read on to find out more about this amazing July birthstone.
The Regal Ruby
Ruby is a precious red variety of Corundum mineral family. The Corundum family includes some of the most popular and valuable gemstones. All Corundum crystals have essentially the same crystal structure, but they vary in chemical composition.
A small percentage of Rubies called Star Rubies display a beautiful bright star which shimmers under a single source of light. The star-like effect is caused by the light reflecting from small needle-like rutile inclusions aligned at a particular angle.
The glowing red hue, high durability, strong metaphysical benefits and royal history of Ruby makes it the most sought-after amongst all gemstones. Today, Rubies command the highest price per carat of any colored gemstone making it the most prized next to the Diamond.
The region of ancient Buddhist temples, Burma (Myanmar), produces some of the most sought-after Rubies i.e. vibrant red stones softened by light-scattering inclusions and a glowing red fluorescence. But due to scarcity and rarity of these, Ruby from other sources like Tanzania and Mozambique in Africa are also in demand.
Ruby is called the ‘king of gemstones’ as it is the most powerful and mystical gemstone. It is represented by the most important celestial body i.e. Sun which is said to represent the soul of the individual.
For centuries, Ruby has been favored by those in power as well as those in love. It is one of the most historically significant colored stones and has accumulated a host of legends over the centuries.
