Ruby
The color red has always invoked the deepest feelings of love and passion. It's no wonder that the spectacular ruby mirroring a similar color is also associated with these powerful feelings. Rightly called 'Ratnaraj' or the 'King of Gems' in Sanskrit, rubies have for centuries been the chosen gemstone of the most prominent rulers and emperors around the world. The Emperor of China used a ruby to illuminate his room while the crown of Charles IV of Luxembourg from the 1300s bore a ruby that was an astronomical 250 carats.
Rubies have remained one of the most coveted stones since centuries and live up to this reputation till today. These gorgeous stones make stunning jewelry, whether
ruby rings,
earrings or
pendants. Being one of the hardest gemstones, the durability of rubies is another feature that qualifies this stunning stone for
exclusive jewelry.