Beautiful ruby crystals in the natural crystal form or tumbled. Ruby stands for passion, protection and prosperity Read more.
This is a ruby in the natural and typical hexagonal crystal form. Ruby stands for passion, protection and prosperity.
Red gemstone
Ruby is a red gem that belongs to the corundum family. Clear rubies are very rare and valuable and therefore a beloved gemstone. The hardness of a ryuby is 9 on the scale of Mohs. Only diamonds are harder on this earth.
Natural ruby crystals
The ruby crystal is formed in typical hexas, with the sides often not having equal dimensions. The crystals often come in a cone shape, although block shapes or flat hexas are no exception. These rubies are completely natural and untreated. They are not transparent like the ones used for gemstones but it is a great opportunity to get a real ruby for a fair price.
Ruby in zoisite from Tanzania
Ruby in zoisite is a natural combination of red ruby in green zoisite. Another name for this stone is 'anyolite' derived from the Masai word 'Anyoli' which means green. Ruby in zoisite was discovered in the Longido mining area in northeast Tanzania by Tom Blevins, an English gold digger. To this day Tanzania is the only place in the world where this stone can be found.
Ruby Meanings
Ruby is seen as a strong stimulating stone. It stimulates blood circulation and sensuality. This mineral has been known for centuries as the stone for passion, protection and prosperity.
