Raw ruby – 3.5 cm

Well-being

Ruby mining dates back to the 8th century BC. Ruby was mined from Sri Lankan mines.

Ruby is extremely hard. On the Mohs scale, only diamond is harder. 90% of global production is found in Burma. It forms in the Earth’s crust under intense heat and pressure. It is mainly found in metamorphic rocks such as marble, gneiss, or schist, or in certain igneous rocks such as basalt. In addition to high temperature and pressure, the presence of specific chemical elements is also necessary for ruby to form. It is traces of chromium that give ruby its red color.

In the Middle Ages, ruby was used for medicinal purposes. It was ground into powder and added to hot drinks to stop hemorrhages and regulate heart disorders. At that time, it was also used to bring good luck. In popular beliefs, it was considered to have prophetic powers. If the ruby darkened, it foretold an impending disaster or misfortune.

Saint Hildegard of Bingen recommended ruby for viral illnesses, fever, and healing arthritis.

Energies and well-being

Ruby embodies love and passion.

In crystal healing, ruby is associated with energy and vitality.
It is considered a stone that may stimulate drive and help fight fatigue.
Traditionally, it is also credited with the power to encourage motivation and support the pursuit of realistic goals, while fostering passion and enthusiasm.
Like garnet, it is sometimes described as a stone to use with caution for people with a hot temper, due to its reputedly intense energy.
Ruby is also considered a protective stone, which may help ward off negative influences and strengthen inner confidence.

Warning: this product is not intended for therapeutic use and cannot replace medical treatment or supervision.

Cleansing:

Ruby can be purified by soaking it in demineralized water. You can also purify it by smudging with a stick of palo santo or with white sage. Light the palo santo or sage and pass the stone over the smoke released. Don’t forget to air out the room well after smudging.

Recharging:

Ruby can be recharged by placing it in sunlight for a few hours. It can also be placed in a quartz geode, on a quartz cluster or a selenite plate.