Ruby
Ruby is a stone with a fascinating history. Known as the ‘Queen of Stones’ and the ‘Stone of Kings’ this stunning red gemstone has been prized and adored throughout history, not only for its beauty but its powerful spiritual properties and benefits. 

One of the four ‘precious’ gemstones, Ruby is found in a variety of shades of red, and depending on its cut, can catch the light in stunning ways.

Ruby Properties
Rubies are beloved stones not just for their stunning visual qualities, but their spiritual and metaphysical qualities too. There are so many reasons why you may want to keep this stone nearby, and here’s a brief run-down of some of the best features of this beautiful crimson stone. 

Ruby Angelic Connection
Many guardian angels are partial to the stone ruby. Mumiah, Hariel, Mikael, Ariel, Asaliah, and Imamiah are all guardian angels closely connected to rubies. Other angels which can be called forth by ruby include Arch Angel Uriel,  Samandiriel, Zuriel, and Graphiel. 

Chakra Connection

As a red stone, ruby most closely connects to the root chakra which is the chakra point that sits lowest upon our physical form. The root chakra is where we ground ourselves, connecting ourselves to reality, manifesting focus, resilience, inner strength, and unshakable steadiness and calm. As it is also a stone of determination and passion, ruby can also be connected with the heart chakra. 

Birthstone and Zodiac
Ruby is the birthstone for those born in July. As the birthstone of July babies, ruby can be connected to the zodiac sign Cancer but is more closely connected to individuals born under the sign of Capricorn due to the strong will of Capricorn individuals.

Ruby Spiritual Meaning
As mentioned, ruby has a long history of being revered. Ruby has many spiritual meanings and is known as a passion talisman, a stone of protection, and a stone of prosperity. Ruby represents the sun and is thought to tap into its wearer’s most driving desires and ambitions. Ruby is also thought to increase our life-force energy, known as ‘chi’, and invigorate our body and spirit.

Ruby Power (What Ruby Attracts)
Ruby is a stone that is likely to send a surge of energy through you! Ruby attracts feelings of motivation and personal growth thanks to how it encourages the wearer to strive for their deepest desires. Because of this ruby can be a stone of abundance and prosperity.  

Ruby Protection (How Ruby Protects)
As rubies are connected to our life's purpose, our life-energy, and passions, ruby is a great stone for pushing away boredom, stagnation, inactivity, fatigue, and exhaustion. This makes ruby a useful stone for those with depression, procrastinators, and those who easily become paralyzed by self-doubt.

How to Wear Ruby With Intention
As it is an energizing stone it is advised you don’t wear ruby or have ruby too close to you when you sleep. In regards to wearing ruby in a piece of jewelry, there’s a variety of pieces that will enhance the beneficial properties of this stone. 

As it works with the root chakra, any jewelry piece which sits the stone at waist level can be beneficial such as bracelets. As it also works with the heart chakra and is connected to our deepest and most true desires, ruby also works excellently as a necklace and pendant with a lower drop. 

Where Ruby Originates
Some of the first veins of ruby were discovered in Thailand thousands of years ago. In modern-day gem-work, some of the best examples of ruby are found in India, as well as Burma.

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