Ruby is the red variety of the mineral Corundum. Ruby is distinguished for its bright red color, being the most famed and fabled red gemstone. Ruby is a naturally occurring stone also known as Manik ...

Ravi Lunia, director of Faidee, the world’s largest Burmese ruby company, is hosting the inaugural Burmese Ruby Exhibition in Monaco. Its highlight was the August 3 unveiling of “The Imperial Necklace ...

For years, diamonds and gemstones have symbolized commitment. Wedding and engagement rings. Gifts to parents and partners. Gifts to oneself to acknowledge the end of arduous journeys and transitions.

A new way to improve the color, clarity and luster of rubies has been tested by scientists: put them in the microwave. Rubies are among the world's most popular precious gemstones, and are also used ...

Researchers from India’s Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology have tested a new way to improve the color, clarity and luster of rubies: microwaves. Most natural rubies are not uniform in ...

CUMMING, Ga. — With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, many people are purchasing jewelry for his or her loved one. But make sure you understand exactly what you’re getting, before spending thousands ...

Do inclusions and flaws in natural gemstones add value to a stone, even as flawless lab-grown gems hit the market? Rare and remarkable gemstones celebrate the enduring symbolism and eternal beauty of ...

A breakthrough by a Swiss chocolate maker expands the industry’s hues beyond just dark, milk and white. Barry Callebaut AG, the world’s largest cocoa processor, has come up with the first new natural ...