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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