(Manik) – Equivalent of a diamond in value

Ruby - the stone of the Sun and the color of the heart, has historically symbolized passion and love. Ruby, a member of the corundum family is a precious stone, ranging in colors from the classic deep red to pink to purple to brown. Rubies are extremely hard.


Qualities:

•	Ruby is a red colored gemstone. Wearer of the unblemished ruby enjoys wealth and property and is blessed with children.
•	The best and superior quality Ruby is one which sprays out red rays in the sunlight and glows in dark.
•	Any Ruby when rubbed on a stone and does not lose its weight, is considered to be of a superior quality. The stone on which it is rubbed also shows signs of rubbing.

Gemological Properties
Chemical Composition: AL203 + Cr (aluminum oxide)
Color: Any shade of red, from light pinkish red to dark purplish red.
Hardness: 9
Specific gravity: 3.9 – 4.1


Astrological-Healing Properties

•	Balances Surya (Sun), representing the king of the solar system
•	Represents Authority, Power, Self, Father, Body and Health
•	Promotes circulation, reviving fire and increasing energy
•	Strengthens the will and promotes independence

Ruby is known as the stone of royalty and wealth. It is extremely hot, releasing hot waves in the form of red cosmic rays. In ancient times, pinkish red rubies were called Padmaraga (red as the lotus) or Feminine rubies, while dark red rubies were considered Masculine stones. It was the gem of kings.