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Ruby - Celebrated in
the Bible and in ancient Sanskrit writings as the
most precious of all gemstones, rubies have been the
prized possession of emperors and kings throughout
the ages. Ruby's inner fire has been the inspiration
for innumerable legends and myths, and to this day,
no red gemstone can compare to its fiery, rich hues.
It was believed wearing a fine red ruby bestowed
good fortune on its owner - although the owner must
have already had good fortune enough to possess such
a rare and beautiful gemstone!
Many people associate its brilliant crimson colors
with passion and love, making ruby an ideal choice
for an engagement ring. This most sought after
gemstone is available in a range of red hues, from
purplish and bluish red to orange-red. Ruby is
readily available in sizes up to 2 carats, but
larger sizes can be obtained. However, in its finest
quality, any size ruby can be scarce. In readily
available small sizes, ruby makes an excellent
accent gemstone because of its intense, pure red
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