Ruby- the Stone of Passion!

Ruby- the Stone of Passion!

June 20, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

Rubies as we all know, is one of the most valuable gemstones known to mankind. They are also one of the toughest gemstones, just lagging close, behind second behind Diamond (It measures at 9 on the mohs scale when compared to 10 mohs of diamonds). The value of a ruby depends mostly on its deep red color. But contrary to many people’s perception, we can find a genuine ruby in other colors like brown and purple. The red color of the ruby depends upon the chromium in the mineral (Aluminum oxide). This quality sets Rubies apart from their closest cousin in gemstones- Sapphires.

Some Rubies which are of extreme fine quality are priced more than diamonds. The most exotic and expensive rubies come from Myanmar (formerly Burma). This unique variety of ruby is known as ‘pigeon’s blood red rubies’ or Mogok rubies as it is found in the Mogok Valley of Myanmar. They are also found in Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Kenya, Madagascar and some states of U.S.

Rubies are the birthstone associated with the month of July. Ruby is the gemstone which is meant to be presented on the 40th wedding anniversary. Rubies can also be produced in the laboratory. But these are not as expensive as natural rubies. Most of the rubies are treated to remove them of tiny flaws and make them appear more transparent.

Rubies because of its brilliance and exotic qualities are used in designing exquisite jewelry. If you feel like owning one such ruby jewelry or want to gift it your friend, just log onto B2C jewels. This is an online fine jewelry retail store where your search for extraordinary ruby and diamond jewelry will stop.

By: Nick

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Nick, 27 years old expert in jewelry and diamonds. Check out My favorite Ruby Jewelry Collections from www.b2cjewels.com

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Colored Gem Price Factors Explained – Sapphire And Ruby

June 19, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

marvelous pieces of jewelry that need no description at all. These fabulous and sparkling jewelry items simply make up the day of the wearer at any party or occasion.

But, do you know how priceless these gems are? Do you really know! Men or women love to adorn them in their pendants, rings, nose rings and earrings. Gems are also the harbinger of good luck to the wearer. Ruby and sapphire are counted amongst the most popular gemstones that are on sale and much in demand amongst the buyers. The price of the ruby largely depends on its color and the dispersion quality.

The refined ruby quality is the one that has the medium-dark toned red appearance. Secondary colors such as the Pink, orange, and purple are less pricey deal altogether. Some of the popular ruby examples such as Indian Star Ruby, 167-carat Edwardes Ruby, Black Prince\'s Ruby and Timur Ruby, Star ruby over 138 carats, Rosser Reeves Ruby etc. are the most expensive and rare of all, with prices ranging to thousands of dollars. And if you consider price factor on top, you can have an easy get through if you go for the synthetic rubies. Theses rubies are not at all expensive, and you can get them in vibrant colors.

Sapphire belongs to the same category as that of rubies. These can be had in different colors viz, colorless, a deep blue, green, golden yellow, pink, reddish-orange, violet, except red. The price factor also largely varies with the color. The most expensive of the sapphires is the cornflower blue. The real price value of this stone can be accounted in thousands and millions of dollars. It becomes very difficult to judge the correct prices of the gemstones, as they differ from market to market and also stone to stone. You can always browse through the inventory of the discounted online gem prices just at your convenience. The price factor cannot be specific even for a gem of the same quality and color. The market forces decide the prices of the precious gems. Some of the sapphires liked by the men and women who love to feel above the class include, 543-carat \"Star of India\", cut star sapphire, Midnight Star, black star sapphire, and the 330 carat \"Star of Asia\".

What\'s more, when Sapphire and Ruby are studded in precious metals, their prices increase phenomenally. Rubies are usually set in pure gold are high priced than the original price of the gem itself. But, it\'s not only the price factor at the end, the very aura rising from the blend of a gemstone with the metal gives more dynamism and appeal to the body and attire of the wearer.

By: Gen Wright

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Livapo.com is a discount gemstone jewelry and pearl jewelry shop. Visit us for over 5000 pearl necklaces, gemstone rings, and more at low prices.

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Ejoying the Sheer Elegance of Ruby Necklaces

June 16, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

It is a known fact that many women love to wear jewelry that is studded with gemstones. These gemstones don’t have to be very large and they don’t have look expensive but they generally should be seen. One of the more favored gemstones that women love is that of the ruby. While wearing other types of jewelry with rubies is fine, the thought of wearing ruby necklaces is one that can make a woman very happy.

Admittedly some women will prefer that their ruby necklaces have other types of gemstones embedded along with the rubies. This look will not detract from the sheer elegance of the ruby necklaces. In fact having another type of gemstone perhaps in a smaller size can enhance the beauty and sheer luxury look of the ruby necklaces. As you look at these beautiful necklaces you will see many different designs.

In some of these designs the ruby will be the main gemstone only, however buying full ruby necklaces is somewhat difficult to accomplish unless you are looking for ruby necklaces that are said to have a therapeutic property. In this case you should look for jewelry stores or online jewelry stores that sell therapeutic gemstone jewelry. Other than these types of therapeutic jewelry you can find ruby necklaces that will give you lots pleasure.

These ruby necklaces will usually feature the ruby as a drop pendent style or you can find the ruby shaped as flowers, animals, stars and other shapes. In many of these ruby necklaces the ruby will be flanked by other gemstones. These types of ruby necklaces are very popular. This popularity can be most likely attributed to the low prices that these ruby necklaces can have.

The times that you will find inexpensive ruby necklaces will be when the ruby is of a small size or the ruby will not be of the highest quality. For the average person this ruby size will not be a big problem to worry about. There are some times when you will be able to find that people need ruby necklaces for reasons other than fashion jewelry. These occasions are ruby anniversaries and when people are looking for ruby necklaces as birthstone necklaces.

With so many great reasons to buy and wear ruby necklaces you are sure to find the necklace of your desire if you search long enough. You can buy a gorgeous ruby necklace that can be worn by itself, where the brilliant red fire of the rubies will prove to be magnificent around your throat.

By: Muna wa Wanjiru

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Muna wa Wanjiru is a web administrator and has been researching and reporting on internet marketing for years. For more information on Ruby Necklaces, visit his site at Ruby Necklaces

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