RUBY
Intellect & romance
Ruby is a precious gemstone, which is made from the mineral Corundum, just like Sapphire. The Ruby is well-recognised for its red colour and gets its name from the Latin word for red, “Ruber”.
JULY'S BIRTHSTONE
Ruby is July's birthstone, and also the birthstones for the zodiacs Cancer & Leo. Each month has its own unique gemstone to represent it. Carrying your birthstone is said to bring good luck. You can carry your birthstone as a good luck amulet, or your loved ones’ birthstone as a symbol of love.
SYMBOLISM
Ruby is the gemstone for vitality, confidence, power, devotion and passion. Some also say that ruby has a positive influence on your dreams and can remove negative energies.
Learn more about gemstone symbolism in our large Gemstone Encyclopedia here.
WEDDING DAY GIFTS
Many gemstones are connected to a special anniversary. Jewellery with rubies are gifted on the 15th and 40th wedding anniversaries.
AQUAMARINE
The gemstone for intellect, clarity & intuition
DIAMOND
The gemstone for invincibility, strength & love
PEARL
The gemstone of integrity, purity & honesty
PERIDOT
The gemstone for new beginnings & intuition