Here are two gemstones that the world has forever desired. If you could get your hands on sapphire or ruby jewellery, which would it be? If you know the answer then you clearly have a favourite. If not, this article will help you decide with a quick insight into the world of sapphires and rubies.
Good to Know:
An interesting fact that many people are not aware about is that sapphire and ruby are both gems of the mineral corundum. Due to this, their hardness is the same – 9 on Mohs scale. You can expect both these jewels to be excellent in terms of strength and durability. The only thing that differentiates them from each other is their colour, which is caused by trace amount of impurities.
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Both sapphire and ruby also belong to the ‘Big Four Gemstones’; a term put together to highlight the value and demand for these jewels. So it is obvious that they are considerably expensive. But synthetic sapphires and rubies are also sold in the market, and these will be cheaper than the natural ones. Such gems are often called ‘man-made’, ‘synthetic’, ‘lab-grown’ or ‘lab-created’. In order to know what kind of ruby or sapphire you’re buying, do cheque the certificate of authenticity.
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Verdict:
Having to pick just one of these precious gems is quite difficult. Both of them possess the same chemical composition and the same mineral structure. So essentially, it all comes down to your colour preference. With sapphire, you get to choose from blue, pink, yellow and even green.
Ruby on the other hand comes in just one —a striking red hue.
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The pricing of sapphire and ruby is very similar, but will vary depending on factors, such as the clarity, colour and carat weight. So in all likelihood, if you can afford one of these gems, you’ll be able to afford the other one too.
Both sapphire and ruby are grand jewels that are worthy of being passed on to future generations. No matter which one you pick, remember to always give first preference to the quality of the gem.
For more in-depth information about sapphires and rubies, please refer to these handy guides.
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