Plus, the modern alternative July birthstone that has emerged.

In India, the gemstone is prized not just for its aesthetic appeal but also for its cultural and astrological significance.

Ruby is celebrated for its vibrant red hue and myriad benefits. Known as the 'King of Gems,' it boosts confidence and vitality, promotes passion and creativity, enhances motivation and drive, improves ...

Near Mogok, the remote town in Myanmar’s Mandalay region — globally associated with some of the finest gemstones ever discovered — a staggering 11,000-carat ruby weighing 2.2 kilograms (4.8 pounds) ...

"If you look at a top-quality, gem quality ruby versus the top quality of a diamond – let's say they're five carats each – the ruby is going to be much rarer and much more expensive than that ...