The Meaning of Rubies and Their Symbology

The ruby, July's birthstone, is considered to be the most powerful gem in the universe, and is associated with many astral signs.

To own a ruby is said to have contentment and peace. Placed under a pillow the ruby may ward off bad dreams.

Ruby rings should be worn on the left hand so as to receive the life force and have protection.

Given as a gift, the ruby is a symbol of friendship and love. The ruby is also the symbol of vitality and royalty.  

The Ruby is filled with love.

It also gives the courage to be best potential that a person has.  

Ruby works with the flow of blood as an aid to circulation. It aids the cleansing and removal of infection or germs in the blood. The ruby may be worn in jewelry, but never close to the solar plexus, as the ruby has a disquieting effect upon it.  

The color of rubies varies from vermilion to red. The most desired color is "pigeon's blood", which is pure red with a hint of blue. If the color is too pink, the stone is a pink sapphire. The same is true if it is too violet - it is a violet sapphire.

The best rubies and star rubies are bright red. Most rubies come from Burma and Thailand.