Ruby (Manik)

Ruby ( माणिक, माणिक्य ) stone represents the Sun planet, source of life and energy on earth. Considering the amount of energy of the stone, it is of utmost importance that you wear it post consultation with an astrologer. The qualities of the stone can vary depending on the colour, it primarily is worn for physical and mental health. The pure Ruby stone is vibrant red to somewhat purplish- red colour. Wearing ruby has a lot of benefits such as boost confidence and leadership qualities, permeates emotions of love and compassion, elevates authoritative attributes to the persona, helpful for depression, eye and blood-related ailments.

How to wear Ruby (Manik)?

Color: pure red (pigeon blood) Ruby is best for astrological purposes; pinkish red or purplish red stones are also effective
Finger: Worn on the ring finger of the dominant hand, with the gemstone touching the body.
Neck: Worn as a pendant with the gemstone touching the body.
Metal: yellow gold and panchdhatu are highly recommended; silver and white gold can also be used
Zodiac Sign: Leo (Western and Vedic)
Mantra : ‘Om Ghrini Suryay Namha’, ॐ घृणिः सूर्याय नमः

Birthstone for the month of July, these rare reds work in magical ways keeping its wearer out of harm’s way.

Ruby (Manik) Benefits

• Facilitating love and passion
• Growing and incredible success in the work front
• Rejuvenated and wholesome health.

Ruby (Manik) Price in India

Ruby (Manik) price depends upon Weight (carats/ratti), Treatments and Quality (Cut, Clarity and Color) as well as mines and origin.

Ruby (Manik) Quality

Ruby has a good command and value in the market. The price range of Ruby stones is very wide and depends on various quality parameters.

Origin : Ruby is mainly sourced from India, Afghanistan, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Myanmar (Burma) and Africa. Burmese Ruby is the most precious and expensive Ruby because of its exceptional color similar to that of pigeon’s blood.

Cut : Cut is essential as it can make or break the color of the natural ruby. Pleochroic in nature, (rubies are purplish-red in one direction and orangey-red in another) cutters must carefully fashion the gemstone to maximize an even color giving a rich, regular red hue.

Colour : Different origins offering differences in color intensities. Natural rubies with the most desirable color have a pure red or slightly purplish red color with vivid saturation. More commercial or mass-produced pieces come with heat-treated colors often with orangey to purplish, brownish reds

Clarity : Natural gems come with internal features, they are compared to the fingerprint of an individual, unique and separating each from the other. These features offer the gemologist enough scope to determine the origins of the gem.

FAQs

1. Which Ruby is best for me?
   Red, the color that represents love, will instantly have you falling in love with their vivid hues. Understanding a gemstone and its quality will instantly give you an idea of the gemstone that works in your budget and speaks to you.
2. Which color of Ruby is the best for astrology?
   Color being a sensation that everyone relates to differently, choose a color that appeals to your heart. A natural ruby with a saturated, purplish-red is considered the most valuable and magical.
3. What is the Substitute for Ruby?
   Spinel, Tourmaline, Garnet, Red Onyx gemstone are widely used as a substitute for Ruby gemstone.