The Top 10 Hard Gemstones

A gemstone or gem (also called a precious or semi-precious stone, or jewel) is a piece of mineral, which, in cut and polished form, is used to make jewelry or other adornments.below the list are The Top 10 Hard Gemstones..

1. Diamond

2. Sapphire

3. Ruby

4. Emerald

5. Alexandrite

6. Topaz

7. Spinel

8. Zircon (CZ)

9. Garnet

10.Aquamarine

How to Choosing Ruby Jewelry

Many people said women that are lucky enough to have a birth date that falls in July have the birth stone of a ruby, however many of us who were not born in July love the stone as well.
Rubies remind us of love and passion because of their deep red color. Moreover, as color red is associated with the universal feelings of love and passion, ruby jewelry has always been in demand. If you are now wondering how to buy ruby jewelry, read the tips given below.

• You should only go to a store which is authorized to sell real gems such as rubies. You might not find exactly what you want at the first store you walk into. Color is the determining factor for the price and rarity of the ruby, just like a diamond.
• Rubies as gemstones are very hard and do not deface or scratch easily. This is one of the most easily distinguishable features of rubies.
• Ask the jeweler to examine your ruby under a loupe or a microscope. If it shows a cloudy appearance due to the inclusions, do not buy the ruby. It means that the ruby was excessively treated or it was a 'created' stone (man-made).
• View your prospective ruby item under proper lighting. Do not view the ruby under fluorescent lighting as it lacks red color and make the assessing of gemstone impossible. In effect, view the ruby under a variety of lights, such as incandescent and daylight.
  

Rubies are Red Hot!

Rubies are Red Hot, I think rubies are one of the most romantic gemstones because of the lore surrounding them and because of their vibrant colour representing love and passion.Prices of rubies are primarily determined by color. The brightest and most valuable "red" called pigeon blood-red, commands a huge premium over other rubies of similar quality.

The ruby was also believed to prevent separation of lovers. The ruby was also believed to protect warriors, give courage and endurance, relieve blood diseases, protect one's home and possessions, bring wealth and good luck, and enhance love and passion. Plus, it's just downright pretty!