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Bead World Gems

Ruby / Sapphire Polished 3mm Faceted Round

Weight:
7.50 Grams
  • Ruby / Sapphire Polished 3mm Faceted Round
  • Ruby / Sapphire Polished 3mm Faceted Round
kn219.74

Description

  • Approximate beads per strand: 125
  • What is it: Sapphires are a variety of corundum with a Mohs hardness scale of 9. They come in many other colors, although red sapphires are actually called rubies. Sapphires are the birthstone for September. 
  • What is it: ruby is a pink to red colored gemstone, a variety of corundum. Ruby is the birthstone for July. Ruby is used in all forms of jewelry, including bracelets, necklaces, rings, and earrings. 
  • History: For centuries, sapphire has been associated with royalty and romance. Sapphires recently became even more associated with this in 1981, when Britain’s Prince Charles gave a blue sapphire engagement ring to Lady Diana Spencer.
  • History: In the ancient language of Sanskrit, ruby is called ratnaraj, or “king of precious stones.” Some ancient cultures believed that rubies and other gemstones grew on trees, just like fruit. The rubies would begin budding as small white gems, and would slowly grow and ripen, turning red in the light of the sun.
  • Metaphysical Properties: Sapphires are known as the "wisdom stone", and each color of Sapphire brings its own type of wisdom. It is said to release mental tension, depression, unwanted thoughts, and confusion.
  • Metaphysical Properties: Rubies are believed to improve energy, concentration, creativity, loyalty, and compassion. Ruby is said to stimulate heart chakra and bring spiritual wisdom while shielding againt psychic attacks.
  • Because gemstones are natural materials, appearances may vary from bead to bead
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Additional Information

Sold:
By the strand
Finish:
Polished
Dimensions:
3mm
Approx. Strand Length:
15.5 inches
Shape:
Faceted Round
Color:
Pink
Hole Size:
.5mm
Color:
Multi Color
Material:
Sapphire
Material:
Ruby
Color:
Blue
Range:
3-3.9mm
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