Ruby: July’s Passionate Birthstone
Ruby, the birthstone for July, is one of the world’s most coveted gems. Its name comes from the Latin ruber, meaning “red”—the color of love and passion. The finest rubies exhibit a deep, vivid red with a hint of purple, known in the trade as “pigeon’s blood.” Composed of the mineral corundum, ruby’s red hue comes from trace elements of chromium: the higher the chromium content, the deeper the red. Explore the allure of this magnificent July birthstone and learn how to choose the perfect ruby for yourself or a loved one.
紅寶石：七月熱情的生日石
紅寶石是七月的生日石，也是世界上最令人垂涎的寶石之一。其名稱源自拉丁語 ruber，意為「紅色」——愛與激情的顏色。最優質的紅寶石呈現深濃的鮮紅色帶紫色調，業內稱為「鴿血紅」。紅寶石屬於剛玉礦物，其紅色來自微量元素鉻：鉻含量越高，紅色越深。探索這種華麗七月生日石的魅力，並了解如何為自己或所愛之人挑選完美的紅寶石。
The Meaning and History of Ruby
In ancient India, ruby was hailed as the “king of gems” for its rarity, hardness (second only to diamond), beauty, and mystical powers. Long associated with the life force of blood, ruby symbolized power and youthful vitality in Indian jewelry. Over centuries, some believed this July birthstone could predict misfortune or danger, while others claimed it healed inflammatory diseases and calmed anger. Burmese warriors thought rubies made them invincible in battle. Medieval Europeans believed rubies granted health, wealth, wisdom, and success in love.
Beyond being July’s birthstone, ruby is also the traditional gift for 15th and 40th wedding anniversaries.
紅寶石的意義與歷史
在古印度，紅寶石因其稀有、硬度（僅次於鑽石）、美麗和神秘力量而被譽為「寶石之王」。長期與生命的血液相關，紅寶石在印度珠寶中象徵權力和青春活力。幾個世紀以來，有人認為這種七月生日石能預測不幸或危險，而另一些人則聲稱它能治癒炎症疾病並平息怒氣。緬甸戰士認為紅寶石使他們在戰鬥中無敵。中世紀歐洲人相信紅寶石能賜予健康、財富、智慧和愛情成功。
除了作為七月的生日石，紅寶石也是15週年和40週年結婚紀念日的傳統禮物。
Where Are Rubies Found?
The quest for July’s birthstone begins in Myanmar, one of the oldest recorded sources of fine rubies. For over five centuries, the Mogok region has produced highly sought-after rubies—their light-scattering inclusions and vibrant red fluorescence create a soft, vivid red hue. The area features weathered marble and ancient Buddhist temples.
Since the late 20th century, Vietnam has emerged as another key source. The Luc Yen region’s rainforest-covered mountains yield red to purplish-red rubies, while the Quy Chau region also produces fine stones. Today, artisanal miners dig through soil hoping to find life-changing gems.
Mozambique is a significant new source, with productive mines in Montepuez yielding rubies comparable to those from Mogok.
Other important sources include Thailand, Cambodia, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Tanzania, and Madagascar.
紅寶石的產地
尋找七月生日石的旅程始於緬甸，這是最早有記錄的優質紅寶石產地之一。五個多世紀以來，莫谷地區出產了備受追捧的紅寶石——其光散射內含物和鮮豔的紅色熒光創造出柔和而鮮明的紅色調。該地區擁有風化的大理石和古老的佛教寺廟。
自20世紀末以來，越南成為另一個重要產地。陸克彥地區的雨林覆蓋山脈出產紅色至紫紅色紅寶石，葵州地區也生產優質寶石。如今，手工礦工挖掘土壤，希望找到改變命運的寶石。
莫桑比克是一個重要的新產地，蒙特普埃茲的礦場出產可與莫谷媲美的紅寶石。
其他重要產地包括泰國、柬埔寨、阿富汗、塔吉克斯坦、巴基斯坦、斯里蘭卡、肯尼亞、坦桑尼亞和馬達加斯加。
Caring for Your Ruby
Rubies are often heat-treated to remove purple tones and enhance pure red color. This process also eliminates “silk” inclusions that can make the stone appear lighter or murky. Heat treatment is widely accepted in the gem trade for its stability under normal wear. However, rubies may also undergo lattice diffusion, dyeing, or fracture filling with glass. Low-quality fillings can make the gem more vulnerable.
Always ask about treatments before purchasing. The FTC requires disclosure of treatments affecting value. A GIA report is essential to confirm natural origin and any treatments.
Clean untreated or heat-treated rubies with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Ultrasonic and steam cleaners are generally safe for these. Avoid such methods for glass-filled or dyed stones—use a damp cloth instead.
紅寶石的保養
紅寶石常經過熱處理以去除紫色調並增強純紅色。此過程也消除了使寶石顯淺或混濁的「絲狀」內含物。熱處理在寶石貿易中被廣泛接受，因其在正常佩戴下穩定。然而，紅寶石也可能經過晶格擴散、染色或玻璃填充。劣質填充會使寶石更脆弱。
購買前務必詢問處理情況。FTC要求披露影響價值的處理。GIA證書對確認天然來源和任何處理至關重要。
清潔未經處理或熱處理的紅寶石可使用溫肥皂水和軟刷。超聲波和蒸汽清洗通常安全。避免用於玻璃填充或染色寶石——請使用濕布。
Explore the World of Rubies
Whether you own a July birthstone or simply admire red gems, a fine ruby is a timeless treasure. Discover curated ruby jewelry at Virtucasa, where tradition meets exceptional craftsmanship.
探索紅寶石的世界
無論您擁有七月生日石還是單純欣賞紅色寶石，優質紅寶石都是永恆的珍品。在Virtucasa探索精選紅寶石珠寶，體驗傳統與卓越工藝的融合。
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