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What Are the Different Types of Rubelite?

By:  Myra S.

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Over the years, if the fashion world has taught us anything, then that is, there are no better way to elevate your one’s appearance than with gemstone jewelry. While there’s a multitude of precious and semi-precious gems to choose from, unique and uncommon gemstones are reigning supreme in recent times. Rubelite is one such gemstone that is becoming a crowd favorite among red gemstone lovers.

What Is Natural Gemstone?

You might have come across tourmaline jewelry in myriad colors. Now, a rubelite is a distinctive pinkish-red tourmaline and is sometimes referred to as the rubelite tourmaline.

Like most gemstones, you’ll come across varieties of rubelite. Check out the types of rubelite available in the market, based on their color, clarity and shape –

Color

For any gemstone, its color is one of the major determining factors for quality and price. The same goes for rubelite. This exquisite gem bearing a deep crimson shade with a hint of pink is regarded with the highest value. As for other variations, there can be a tinge of purple or vivid pink, which sets rubelite apart from rubies. One of the most intriguing features of this gemstone is it does not change hues when placed under different types of light.

Cut and Shape

The next significant parameter that differentiates rubelite gems from one another is the shape and cut. According to experts, this alluring gem is fairly hard measuring 7 to 7.5 Mohs scale. It also offers a high refractive index, a vitreous luster and no cleavage. Due to all these properties, shaping a rubelite is extremely easy. This means they can be cut into different shapes and used for any form of jewelry like rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, etc.

Rubelites are common found in oval, rectangle, pear, octagon, cushion and marquise shapes. The trillion cut rubelite is one of the rarest ones. Like other tourmalines, checkboard-cut rubelite gemstones are also highly valued in the market.

Clarity

It is believed that the clearer the stone, the higher its value will be. This rule stands true for almost all types of faceted gems like diamonds, rubies, aquamarines, garnets and so on. However, when it comes to the rubelite, the rules tend to change a bit. In this case, rubelite with specific inclusions tends to fetch a higher price tag. The reason behind this is that inclusion helps to reflect light, thereby creating beautiful patterns.

Conclusion

These days numerous types of rubelite jewelry are available out there. So, if you are looking for vibrant reddish pink and dark pink gemstone jewelry, rubelite should be on your radar. Rubelite benefits its wearer by protecting them against negative energies. It helps foster courage, joy and leadership qualities as well as attract love and wealth. And if you want to know how to take care of rubelite bracelets, rings and pendants, it’s pretty simple as they are hardy gems. All you need to do is store them away safely in a separate jewelry pouch. To clean them, avoid using ultrasonic and steam cleaners. Instead, dip them in a solution of mild detergent and water, scrub off the grime with a soft toothbrush and rinse your jewelry in water.

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FAQ

What type of rubelite is good for jewelry?

The deep pinkish-red rubelites look the finest for fine jewelry.

What type of rubelite is used by Angara for jewelry making?

Angara uses authentic rubelite gemstones to make rubelite rings.

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