Mineral Variety
Corundum (Red Variety)
Hardness (Mohs)
9.0 Mohs Scale
Refractive Index
1.762 - 1.770
Primary Source
Ratnapura (Sri Lanka), Myanmar, Mozambique
History & Heritage
Known in Sanskrit as "Ratnaraj" (The King of Precious Stones), Rubies have long been associated with vital energy, health, and protection. Sri Lankan rubies often exhibit a unique pinkish-red tone, sometimes glowing with exceptional fluorescence under UV light. It is believed to represent deep passion, courage, and prosperity.
Sri Lanka’s geological composition is unique, containing some of the oldest pre-Cambrian rocks on earth. Over millions of years of metamorphic growth under extreme pressure and temperature, these premium gemstone crystals were formed, washed down from mountain heights into the valleys where they are ethically hand-mined today.
Quality & Valuation
- Color Purity: The primary value driver. Vivid, highly saturated tones with minimal grey or brown hues are the most prized.
- Clarity: High transparency and brilliance. Minimal visible inclusions ensure the maximum light play and adularescence.
- Ethical Sourcing: Every piece shown is verified to be extracted via sustainable, low-impact local mining operations in Sri Lanka.
- Certification: All high-value items come accompanied by official certificates from globally recognized gem testing laboratories.
Marketplace
AVAILABLE RUBYS
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New Arrival
Ruby1.50 ct
Natural Tanzanian Ruby
Rs 60,000
New Arrival
Ruby2.10 ct
Heart Cut Pigeon Blood Ruby
Rs 180,000