July Birthstone: The Ravishing Ruby

The heat of summer is upon us and those born in July surely feel it all the more with Ruby as their birthstone. The deep red colour of the ruby has long been associated with heat and power; its glow reputed  to come from an internal flame that cannot be extinguished, making a gift of this stone symbolic of everlasting love and passion.

It’s no wonder then that Ruby has become such a popular engagement gem and the official anniversary stone for the 15th and 40th years of marriage. When worn on the left hand, ancient lore has it that the Ruby will bring good fortune too!

The word Ruby comes from the Latin “ruber,” meaning red. With the symbolic meaning of the color and its association with power and importance, the ruby was strongly favoured in Victorian jewellery, but July’s birthstone has been among the most highly prized gems throughout history.

A variety of Corundum, it is the second hardest mineral after Diamond. Ruby mining dates back more than 2,500 years and the stones come in a variety of colors, but are considered Sapphire in any color except red. Rubies range in hue from orangey to purplish red, but the most prized gems are a true red in color, and large sized rubies are extremely rare and valuable.

Durable, decadent, and symbolic of eternal beauty; Ruby is associated with devotion, integrity, courage, happiness, vitality, confidence and strength. Wearers will benefit from its healing properties and its ability to enhance energy and positive thought patterns.

With diamonds for engagements, pearls to mark an anniversary or alone when you’re in need of a VERY special accessory, this summer, whatever the occasion, Ruby is sure to bring the heat!

To browse and shop our fine selection of Ruby jewellery online please click the following link.

www.cynthiafindlay.com/ruby