July Birthstone - Ruby - Birthstones for July born or Cancer

The most prized possession of this birthstone is its bright red color that speaks of love, passion and eternal fire. Also with the color of
blood, ruby has come to symbolize courage and bravery. Legend has it that warriors implanted rubies under their skin to bring valor in
battle. It would warn its wearer against danger and disaster. Ruby was also said to cure blood diseases and stop bleeding, ensure
good health and bring peace.

Because of its fluorescence emitting characteristics, Ruby has a
strong association with science also. The first lasers were made from
ruby crystals. Use of ruby for this purpose still continues though
minerals with improved laser efficiency were being discovered.

Dazzled in its rich red hue, Ruby is the most passionate and fiery birthstone assigned for those born in the month of July. It is one
of the rarest gemstones in the world; a perfect representation of love and makes for the ultimate gift for couples celebrating their 14 th
wedding anniversary.

Popularly known as the gem of summer, Ruby derived its name from
the Latin word “Rubber” meaning red. Rubies are rarer than diamonds
and belong to the family of the second hardest mineral corundum.
Because of its rarity and eternal color rubies have played a significant
part in the myths and imaginations of man and cultures throughout the
history. Ancient tool discovered near mining areas of Myanmar have
suggested that man’s fascination with rubies predates civilization
itself.

Ruby - Birthstones for July born or Cancer

Though rubies are normally red they can be found in shades like
orange-red to purple-red also. Rubies can be found in various parts of
the world, but the best were found in Thailand , India , Madagascar ,
Zimbabwe and Burma .

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