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Fun Facts about Ruby

Fun Facts about Ruby

July's birthstone, ruby, is one of the most prized gemstones on the market, with a record for the highest price per carat in fine stones. Ruby and sapphire belong to the corundum family; thus, ruby is a red sapphire. Like sapphire, ruby ranks nine on the Mohs hardness scale, thus having excellent toughness and great for everyday jewelry wearing. Ancient Hindus once called this gemstone "the king of gems." This tantalizing gemstone may not have a special power, but it might make you feel gorgeous! Join Gem Expert and Rockhound Renata as she debunks some myths about rubies.

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Fun Facts About Peridot

Join Gem Expert and Rockhound, Renata as she shares some fun facts about peridot. Cleopatra loved it, maybe you will too!

Fun Facts About Peridot

Fun Facts About Tanzanite

Join Gem Expert and Rockhound, Renata as she tells of the interesting discovery of Tanzanite. This blue beauty took the market by storm and continues to be highly sought after

Fun Facts About Tanzanite

Fun Facts About Moissanite

Join Gem Expert and Rockhound, Renata as she reveals the identity of a gemstone that is colorless, extremely hard, and has greater fire than a diamond…moissanite!

Fun Facts About Moissanite

Inclusions

Join Gem Expert and Rockhound, Renata, as she debunks a common belief that all gemstone inclusions are undesirable. In fact, there are several gemstones that are more collectible and valued if they are included. Renata reveals a few.

Inclusions
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