Ruby | Ruby Gemstone Beads | Faceted Heart Briolettes | 7mm to 10mm

Ruby, from the latin word for red, is one of just 4 precious stones including diamond, emerald, and sapphire. Ruby is known as the gemstone of aristocracies. Ruby gemstones get its red color from chromium. Ruby is the birthstone for the month of July and is also used to commemorate the 40th wedding anniversaries. When using ruby in jewelry design, it is easy to get mesmerized by their beautiful color. Ruby beads are said to promote nurturing, health, love, and both wealth and knowledge. If you a believer of such things, ruby gemstones are thought to be protective of family and possessions. It also stimulates the heart chakra.Pairing ruby gemstone beads with green gemstones such as emeralds is a complementary color to the red and provides a high contrast effect. And brown, purple such as amethyst are similar colors to the red and can be combined with ruby to make breathtaking jewelry pieces.Item Details:The listing is for ruby beads in faceted briolette shaped drops. The beads are graduated in size and measure anywhere from 7-10mm in size. The color is a stunning red. The strand length is approximately 4 inches long. You will receive approximately 10 beads, but it can vary, however.Specifications:Material: RubyColors: RedShape: Faceted Briolette DropsSize: 7-10mm (graduated in size)Strand Length: 4 inches (approx. 10 beads but can vary)