Ruby is the birthstone for the month of July. Rubies are from the mineral species Corundum, the same species as Sapphire. When the mineral Corundum is pure, not having any other trace element present, the result is a gemstone without any color. When Chromium is present the result is a beautiful red tone. A red specimen of Corundum is classified as a ruby.
Just like other quality gemstones. Rubies are graded by the four Cās ā Color, Clarity, Cut and Carat Weight. All of these factors are considered when grading a ruby, but in the end color has the most significant impact on the desirability and the price of a ruby. Do you have a ruby that you would like to have appraised or are you interested in purchasing a beautiful ruby of your own? If so please stop by Amoskeag Jewelers today. One of our trained jewelry professionals would be glad to help.