Rough Ruby - 1 LB, Size Small

Description:

Each piece of this rough ruby is approximately 1/4" - 2" in size. Please note that this product has a very wide size range. Some lbs may come with more small pieces, some with more large pieces. Most commonly there will be a mix of sizes in 1 lb. We do not cherry-pick items for website orders. If you are interested in cherry-picking, please contact admin@gemsbymail.com to make a 1-on-1 virtual appointment. (1-on-1 order minimum $100). 

Rock/Mineral Info:

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.

As a corundum, ruby is one of the hardest naturally occurring substances. It has a rating of 9 on the Mohs scale and is highly valued for its durability.

Metaphysical Properties:

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