Rough Ruby, Chamki - 1 LB, Size Small

Description:

Each piece of this rough chamki ruby is approximately 1/2" - 2" in size. 

Country of Origin: India

Rock/Mineral Info:

Chamki ruby is another name for ruby in a blue/green kyanite matrix. Ruby is a type of corundum, a mineral group to which sapphire also belongs. It is famous for its array of red shades, including pinkish-red, magenta, orange-red, and blood red. Ruby's redness comes from trace inclusions of chromium within the crystal structure. The stone often fluoresces beautifully under ultraviolet light.

Metaphysical Properties:

Ruby is associated with love, passion, wisdom, strength, vitality, and protection from psychic attacks. It is connected primarily to the heart chakra.