Ruby Gemstone Buying Guide: Quality, Price, Origin, Treatments
- by Wai Yan
Ruby is one of the most misunderstood gemstones of the century. At least to the majority of the population. Most believe ruby is some cheap red gemstone found in mainstream jewellery shop of a shopping mall. And is no fault of theirs. Rubies used in 'mainstream' jewellery shops are usually synthetic (lab-created).
Natural Ruby Inclusions
- by Wai Yan
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Inclusions within a Ruby can reveal intimate details about it. Gemmologist study these minute features under a microscope to determine where it has come from and if there are any treatments.