Ruby is one of the most valuable gemstones on Earth. It is the red form of corundum and the second hardest mineral right after diamond. Chemically, ruby is aluminum oxide, but the addition of chromium makes it red. Both large specimens and smaller aggregations are found all over the world. Today, the best source of red rubies is Myanmar, where they have a special shade called "dee's blood". They are often set together with diamonds in exquisite jewels. Rough and uncut rubies are widely available and inexpensive. Such rubies are used in crystal healing.
Ruby brings energy and passion to life, it creates a spiritual balance so that the kundalini energy can be gently awakened. It makes you alert and able to work, strengthens self-reliance and reduces sadness and bad thoughts - an active spirit becomes more silent and acts spontaneously again.
Works very well in case of exhaustion, creates joy in life and has a revitalizing effect on all chakras. Stops blood, revives memory, gives vigor and joy, courage, treats stomach, improves complexion.
Increases blood pressure, improves sleep, general condition and appetite, helps to recover lost strength.
Promotes love between a woman and a man.
In healing, rubies can be used as very effective means to increase the life force in the body and stimulate the will to live. Placed on the heart, the ruby activates feelings of love and protects from evil.
Medicinal properties:
Modern healers - lithotherapists deal with water stabilization for another reason - this water is used for high blood pressure, blood diseases, heart and eye diseases. It is believed that such water can also help with bronchial asthma. In case of neck, ear, joint and spine problems, it is recommended to place this stone directly on the painful area. Modern lithotherapists recommend wearing ruby to people who have sleep disorders, have a tendency to hypochondria, as well as if they feel constant fatigue.
Magical properties:
In European countries, the ruby symbolizes strength, courage, honor and beauty. In the East - energy of life, love, strength and health. In ancient India, this stone was associated with the power of the Sun! This stone should not be worn by selfish, aggressive, violent and irritable people as it will intensify these qualities. If it is used as a protector, then it will most powerfully protect against the effects of magic, protect against serious ailments, protect against enemies who often present themselves as friends.
Talismans and amulets:
Ruby best suits people who risk their lives - soldiers, firefighters, millionaires, rescuers. As a talisman, it will best help people with a pure heart and pure thoughts. It will give masculinity, give extra energy and protect against injuries. A ruby embedded in a gold ring will create a sense of joy in the owner, increase life skills, improve memory and prolong life
- Form and structure - Trigonal syngonia; peculiar hexagonal crystals that have a glassy luster when polished.
- Color - Dark blood red, red to pink shade.
- Where to find - Afghanistan, Africa, India, Myanmar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Thailand, USA.
- Distribution - This gemstone is widely distributed but expensive, rough stones are easily obtained and cheap.
- Hardness - 9.
- Physical and emotional effect - Strong connection with blood and circulation, helps to warm frozen limbs and relieve cold symptoms. Strengthens the body, restores energy and strength, increases self-confidence and courage.
- Healing Effects - Rubies provide strong and positive feelings, help strengthen a person's aura and initiate spiritual growth. To strengthen the life force of the body, place on the heart or pubic bone.
- How to use - Raw stone is used in healing. To increase vitality and independence, meditate with it. The traditional July lucky stone.
