Rubies and Sapphires, two of the most renowned gems in the world, together on the one ring. A perfect match.
Ruby:
Birthstone/ Zodiac Stone: Ruby is the birthstone of July.
Physical description: Ruby is a red variety of the mineral Corundum. It is one of the most sought after gems in the world due to its hardness, durability, rarity and of course its bright red color. Sapphire is the term used to describe all other colors of corundum, but as ruby’s red is so lustrous it is considered its own stone.
Symbolic description: Ruby is an energizing stone that revitalizes the wearer. It is also a great stone to give as a gift to express love or friendship.
Origin: Rubies can be found in Burma, Sri Lanka and countries in Africa such as Mozambique and Madagascar.
Purpose: A ruby is always a striking gemstone to wear. It is for those who really wish to stand out in a crowd.
Sapphire:
Birthstone/ Zodiac Stone: Sapphire is the birthstone of September.
Physical description: Sapphire belongs to the mineral species Corundum and can come in many colors, except red, which is reserved for rubies. Its most popular color is blue but other colors range from violet, green, yellow, orange, pink to purple, these are called ‘Fancy Sapphires.’ Sapphires that display a combination of colors are called ‘parti-colored sapphires’ and stones that change color under different lighting are called color change sapphires. In its purest form, however, Corundum is colorless.
Symbolic description: Considered a celestial gem, Sapphires are known for promoting sincerity and truth. They represent insight and clairvoyancy as well as heavenly grace.
Origin: Sapphires can be found in the Kashmir region near the India/ Pakistan border. Fancy sapphires can be found in East Africa and Madagascar and both blue and fancy sapphires can be found in such countries as Tanzania, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Australia.
Purpose: Jewelry Makers fashion Sapphire into two forms, the male and female, those of a thick indigo color are considered masculine, whilst those of a light blue color are considered feminine. Of course anyone can choose to wear any type of sapphire jewelry they find appealing.