Ruby - Sapphire - Gemstones

Some Rubies show a wonderful silky shine, the so-called "silk” of the Ruby. The reason for this phenomenon are finest rutilum needles. And now and then we will come across one of the very scarce Star Rubies. Again the rutilum mineral is involved here: it is embedded asterisk-shaped within the Ruby thus causing the charming light effect which is termed "Asterism” by the experts. If such Rubies are cut as half-dome shaped cabochons, this will result in six-ray stars which seem to magically glide across the surface of the moving stones. Star Rubies are expensive rarities Their value is assessed according to beauty and attractive colour, while transparency is secondary. Fine Star Rubies, however, should always display rays which are completely shaped including the rounding, and the stars should be situated right in the centre. Ruby is the red variety of the corundum mineral, one of the hardest minerals on Earth which also includes Sapphire. Pure corundum is colourless. Slight traces of the colour creating elements such as chrome, iron, titanium or vanadium are responsible for the colour. These gemstones show an excellent hardness. On the Moh’s Scale they achieve a hardness of 9, second only to diamonds. And only red corundum may be called Ruby, any other colour is denominate as Sapphires. The close relationship of Ruby and Sapphire has been known since the beginning of the 19th century. Up to that time, also red Garnets or Spinells were thought to be Rubies – and due to this misclassification the so-called "Black Ruby” as well as the "Timur Ruby” decorating the British Crown Jewels are probably actually no Rubies at all, but Spinells.
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Vintage Jewelry


1. http://tribeazure.com
Handcrafted Contemporary Sterling Silver Art created by Navajo Ron Henry. His wild designs include wedding rings, bracelets, rings, pendants, belt buckles, and bolos. He uses semi- precious stones like Turquoise, Lapis, Opal, Coral, Azurite-Malachite, and Sugelite.
http://tribeazure.com/


2. http://www.1-angels.com
Offering angels and cherub figurines, decor . Find Christmas and Easter decorations.
http://www.1-angels.com/


3. http://www.bearclaw.bc.ca
Native American Indian Jewelry,Cast and Engraved , Unique Chipewyan silver and gold jewelry
http://www.bearclaw.bc.ca/


4. http://www.bearclawjewelry.com
Native American Indian Jewelry,Cast and Engraved , Unique Chipewyan silver and gold jewelry
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5. http://www.coyotesgame.com
Coyotes Game Native American silver, beadwork and crafts information.
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6. http://www.goldchains.ca
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7. http://jacksjewels.com
We guarantee your satisfaction with a 7-day money back guarantee, and we accept Visa and MasterCard with our secure online server.
http://jacksjewels.com/


8. http://MoonDancers-Studios.com
Beautiful, handcrafted MoonDancers will catch and reflect moonbeams or sunrays and set them to dance!
http://moondancers-studios.com/


9. http://precolumbianjewels.com
Pre-Columbian Ethnic Jewelry Our Pre-Columbian reproductions are replicas from the original pieces ....
http://precolumbianjewels.com/


10. http://www.ainamoja.com
African clothing, crafts and art: traditional clothes, wood and stone carvings, masks, paintings, batiks, bead and bone jewelry, musical instruments and tribal weapons.
http://www.ainamoja.com/


11. http://www.artisticsilver.bigstep.com
Sterling silver jewelry at public wholesale prices handcrafted jewellery gifts sterling earrings bracelets and Native American designer arts.
http://www.artisticsilver.bigstep.com/


12. http://www.bigcountrytradingpost.com
Native American and Cowboy art and crafts. Galleries, furniture, journals, stoves and over one thousand items. Online ordering is available
http://www.bigcountrytradingpost.com/


13. http://www.blueravenco.com
Blue Raven Co. - An Online Gallery featuring Native Art & Jewelry
http://www.blueravenco.com/


14. http://www.bolaman.com
maya glyph jewelry, maya calendar dates, maya numerals, mayan hieroglyphics, maya names, Maya culture, maya art, metal art, art gallery, The Back Door Art Gallery/Club
http://www.bolaman.com/


15. http://www.charmedvictorian.com
We feature handcrafted charm jewelry available in Brass plated, Gold plated, and Silver plated finishes. Included in our charms are Cameos, Fairys, Cats, Horses and much more! Enjoy these for gifts or any special occasion!!
http://www.charmedvictorian.com/


16. http://www.clawantlerhide.com
Claw, Antler & Hide Companys current catalog; featuring claws, antlers, hides, skulls, bones, furs, feathers, quills and more! Real parts from a wide variety of animals, including bears, deer, bobcat, lynx, buffalo, deer, wolf, etc. Fully legal!
http://www.clawantlerhide.com/


17. http://www.cosmic.ca
Wholesale Swarovski crystal, hanging feng shui prims, crystal figurines, Swarovski crystal jewelry beads, Celtic jewelry, and other giftwares in Canada and the US.
http://www.cosmic.ca/


18. http://www.crafts-gifts.com
Southwestern Crafts & Gifts. Our Trading Post has Handcrafted Dream Catchers, Mandellas, Jewelry, etc
http://www.crafts-gifts.com/


19. http://www.crystalisinstitute.com
The official site of Naisha Ahsian, author of The Crystal Ally Cards: The Crystal Path to Self Knowledge and The Little Book of Infinite Abundance. Information on crystals, healing, spiritual growth.
http://www.crystalisinstitute.com/


20. http://www.dollsandlace.com
Dolls and Lace.com: Antique dolls & bears, antique doll clothes and accessories, turn of the century toys, note cards depicting scenes from the Victorian nursery.
http://www.dollsandlace.com/


21. http://www.eastrovedica.com
EAstroVedica provides comprehensive information about psychic sciences - Yoga, Astrology, Tantra, Vastu, Vedanta etc....
http://www.eastrovedica.com/


22. http://www.endofthetrail.com
End of the Trail- The Greatest Selection of Native American Crafts Anywhere!
http://www.endofthetrail.com/


23. http://www.keepsakejewelry.com
Artist creating hairwork jewelry, sepia painting, palette work, hair art pictures and table worked jewelry using Victorian techniques Artist creating hairwork jewelry, sepia painting, palette work
http://www.keepsakejewelry.com/


24. http://www.livingdrums.com
Native American Indian art, drums, rattles, talking feathers, medicine wheels, dream catchers, dolls, dresses, crafts and more! Wholesale & retail products featuring native artwork. Great gifts! Vendors welcome.
http://www.livingdrums.com/


25. http://www.magicaljourney.com
Magical Journey in Nashville Tn offers Unique Gifts, Spiritual Products, Massage Therapy and Psychic Tarot Readings for a New Age of Metaphysical and Holistic Wellness.
http://www.magicaljourney.com/


26. http://www.metaphysical-store.com
A leader in the metaphysical field and top-quality provider of products and vast resources of information to people in their search for self-discovery, self-empowerment or spiritual enlightenment.
http://www.metaphysical-store.com/


27. http://www.motomogallery.com
Studio & Gallery offering original arts and crafts, including jewelry, pottery, gourds, paintings, prints, weavings & yarns
http://www.motomogallery.com/


28. http://www.nativeartstrading.com
Authentic handmade Native American Indian art, jewelry (jewellery), artifacts (artefacts), antiques and collectibles (collectables) by Native American Indian artists, i.e., Sioux, Navajo, Cheyenne, Kiowa, Apache, Zuni, Hopi, Chippewa, Cree, Crow, etc.,
http://www.nativeartstrading.com/


29. http://www.nativebeauty.com
Check out our selection of hand-made Native American Indian jewelry, arts and crafts! All our jewelery and other art is guaranteed to be top quality. Need some gift ideas? Visit us today.
http://www.nativebeauty.com/


30. http://www.nativeheritagecrafts.com
Hand made Native American Indian styled crafts featuring dreamcatchers, chokers, beaded earrings, mandellas, bead work, jewelry, keyrings, bracelets,
http://www.nativeheritagecrafts.com/


31. http://www.nativewayonline.com
Ancient weaponry collectibles, including arrowheads, flintknapping supplies and instruction.
http://www.nativewayonline.com/


32. http://www.sunnybrookmemories.com
Sunnybrook Memories - If its Heritage Lace, Victorian Accents, Teddybears, Jewerly, and Collector Teapots and Cups, that you are in search for...come on in...its Just Like Going to Grandmas!!
http://www.sunnybrookmemories.com/


33. http://www.thealchemicalegg.com
The site of Robert M. Place, the creator of The Alchemical Tarot, The Angels Tarot, and The Tarot of the Saints, featuring articles, tarot decks, symbolic jewelry, mysticism, art.
http://www.thealchemicalegg.com/


34. http://www.themaninthemoon.com
As seen in Consumers Digest. Unique gifts for men women and children for all occasions and holidays free gift wrap.
http://www.themaninthemoon.com/


35. http://www.thevintageavenue.com
The Vintage Avenue - wearable and affordable vintage and retro clothing and accessories, including mens and womens clothes, hats, purses, lingerie, shoes from the past 50 years!
http://www.thevintageavenue.com/


36. http://www.vvshoppe.com
vintage jewelry, victorian jewelry,antique costume jewelry, vintage mens accessories, antique jewelry,victorian accessories, edwardian jewelry, art deco jewelry, rhinestonejewelry, costume jewelry
http://www.vvshoppe.com/

 

For a long time India was considered as the classical country of Rubies. The literature of India contains a rich and varied knowledge collected and handed down for over two thousand years. Even the term "corundum” which we use today is derived from the Sanskrit word "kuruvinda”. In the Sanskrit language Ruby is called "ratnaraj”, which does in fact translate as "King of Gemstones”. And it was a royal welcome indeed which used to be prepared for this King of Gemstones: Whenever a spectacular Ruby crystal was found, the emperor sent out his notables to meet the precious gemstone and welcome it in appropriate style. Today Rubies decorate the insignia of many Royal Houses. But are they really all Rubies? Read on to find out more !
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Which colour would you spontaneously associate with love and vividness, passion and power? Obviously this will evoke the colour red. Red symbolizes love, it emanates warmth and a strong sense of life. Red is also the colour of Ruby, the King of gemstones. After all, in the fascinating realm of gemstones rubies are the generally accepted emperors.