Ruby cube from Myanmar (dyed) 26*25mm 170ct 34g

Glowing hue This Ruby cube from Myanmar (dyed) 26*25mm weighs170ct or 34g. They have been dyed to enhance the flame red of this beautiful protective stone. They are supplied from the India Gemological Labratories. Ruby is Aluminium oxide with chromium. It has been revered in many cultures throughout history. Ruby has been a talisman of passion, protection and prosperity. It symbolises the Sun and its glowing hue suggest an inextinguishable flame within the stone. Ruby was worn as an amulet or charm to ward off plague and pestilence. Ruby would warn its wearer of impending danger and kept their body safe. Ruby was also worn to banish sadness and dispel foolish thoughts. It was reputed to bring its owner peace, drive away frightful dreams, restrain lust and to help resolve disputes. Ruby can have an immensely powerful effect on dreams and is used to aid lucid dreaming. Colour: blood red, orange red, pink, purplish red, red Location: Brazil, Madagascar, Myanmar, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, USA Rarity: rarer Crystal system: trigonal, hexagonal Mineral group: corundum Transparency: translucent, transparent Lustre: pearly, sub adamantine, vitreous Fracture: conchoidal, splintery Hardness: 9 Formula: Al2O3, Cr Other characteristics: reactive to ultra-violet light Chakra: Root Emotional: anxiety, joy, love, passion, relationships, stress, trust Mental/intellectual: adventures, altruism, courage, creativity, determination, dreams, insight, inspiration, resolution, truth Spiritual: abundance, protection, synchronicity Astrology: Cancer; Mars Number: 3 Birthstone: July