What month is Ruby the birthstone for?
What month is Ruby the birthstone for?
Ruby is the birthstone for July. It is also the gemstone for the 15th and 40th anniversaries.
Ruby is considered to be one of the four precious stones, along with sapphire, emerald, and diamond. Rubies are found in a wide range of colors, from the traditional red to pink, purple, orange, and even brown or black. The most prized rubies are those with a pure red color.
Ruby is a very hard stone, ranking 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness. This makes it resistant to scratches and wear, but also means that it can be difficult to work with for jewelry purposes. Ruby is also relatively rare, which contributes to its high value.
In addition to being used in jewelry, ruby has a number of other uses. It has been used as an abrasive and a pigment, and is sometimes used in lasers. Ruby is also believed to have a number of mystical powers, including the ability to bring good luck, protect against evil, and promote love and passion.
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