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Ruby

Ruby, the red variety of corundum (all others are sapphire), is one of the world’s rarest most valuable gemstones. The name ruby comes from the Latin rubeus, "red".  Ruby’s color is due to a trace of chromic oxide; the depth of color is determined by the amount of this substance present.

It wasn't until methods of distinguishing between spinel and ruby had been developed (around 1800) that the famous "Black Prince's ruby" in the English State crown was discovered to actually be red spinel.

Lore

Wearing ruby helps to keep a person warm in cold weather and re-energizes the exhausted.  Dreaming of ruby portends good luck.

Ruby is a stone of prosperity and love, it bestows a peaceful, harmonious, healthy life.  Carrying ruby will bring romance into your life.

When worn as an amulet, ruby, wards off plagues and poisons; enhances circulation.

Ruby is one of the birthstones for June.

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