Infographic: Different Cuts of Ruby Gemstones

A ruby is a unique gemstone that can be bright red, blood red, or pinkish red. It is one among the most well-known gemstones in the world. Even celebrities choose to wear jewellery made of ruby gemstones. The term "ruby" originates from the Latin word "ruber," which means "red." It is red due to the presence of a substance known as chromium. Ruby is known as the "King of Gems." People born in July are said to have this as their birthstone. People will be wearing various sorts of ruby jewellery such as ruby bracelets, ruby necklaces, ruby earrings, and so on. There are several jewellery stores both online and offline that sell designer jewellery with ruby gemstones all around the world. AG & Sons is a UK-based online jewellery store that sells a variety of jewellery made from various gemstones, such as ruby eternity rings, necklaces, bracelets, and engagement rings.

Ruby was discovered circa 2500 BC in the Mogok region of Myanmar. The word was taken from the Latin word 'ruber,' which means ‘red,' as previously stated. If you look back in time, you will notice that people used to favour rubies above diamonds since they are uncommon and had healing abilities. Religious sources such as the Bible and ancient Sanskrit have described the therapeutic abilities of the ruby gemstones. Because of its healing properties, ruby is renowned as the "King of Gemstones." According to some myths, this jewel is the most valuable of the 12 stones. It is the birthstone for the signs of Cancer and Leo. If you give someone ruby jewellery, such as platinum eternity rings with ruby stones, it will represent pure love, vigour, and riches. The ruby gemstones are also available in different cuts.

In the infographic below, explore the different unique cuts of ruby gemstones.