Location: Home > Crystals > Ruby
  Ruby   EarthBow
www.earthbow.com
Physical and metaphysical properties of ruby
  In Crystals: Introduction | Notes | List of Crystals | Cleansing | Charging | Using | Books
 
Ruby and its properties

Physical properties of ruby:

Ruby is a member of the corundum group. Its distinctive red color is due to the presence of chrome or, in specimens with a brownish cast, chrome and iron. It is primarily aluminum oxide.

Ruby has a hardness of 9 on the Mohs' scale, and a specific gravity of 3.97 to 4.05.
 
 
Metaphysical properties of ruby: ... (see Note on Properties)

Ruby is a stone of passion. Care must be taken when using this crystal, because it can bring negativity and anger to the surface. Ruby should be used with a knowledge of how to gain from the experiences it brings. Allow the anger or negativity to come to the surface, then let it dispel, never to trouble you again. Be purified by the experience, not overwhelmed.

Ruby can also amplify positive energies. It is said to boost the positive htmlects that you already possess. Use this reserve of positive energies to help you overcome the negative energies that ruby might allow to surface.

Ruby's vibrations energize. It is said to stimulate visualization and motivation. This effect can allow you to be more realistic in your expectations, and more honest in your intentions. Ruby intensifies the life force energy that we all possess., stimulating the will to live and enhancing your innate survival instinct.

They can help to cleanse and stimulate the heart and help in matters of love. (This effect includes love of self) It can help you overcome the fear of rejection, allowing you to pursue love more openly. At the same time, it can help you gain control over amorous desires, tempering them with more realistic expectations.

Physically, ruby is said to alleviate chronic fatigue. It also may help overcome diseases caused by environmental toxins. They are said to benefit the heart and circulatory system, and to help detoxify the blood and body.


Ruby and synergy:

Ruby is a good choice for those born during The Moon of Long Days - (21 Jun - 21 Jul). Its energizing effects can help you to test and develop new ways to maximize your potential.

Ruby is well suited to those born under the zodiac sign of Cancer.

To return to the list of crystals & stones... click here

  Featured Resource
(in association with amazon.com)
  Featured Resource
(in association with amazon.com)

Crystal Enchantments :
A Complete Guide to Stones and
Their Magical Properties
by D. J. Conway

Click here for more information


Crystal Enlightenment :
The Transforming Properties of Crystals and Healing Stones
by Katrina Raphaell

Click here for more information

 

www.earthbow.com - Bringing Ancient Ideas to a New Age
 

Return to top

Copyright 2001 EarthBow
Non-commercial use: Distribute freely
Commercial use: Prohibited