Ruby, White & Blue – July Birthstone
With Fourth of July tomorrow, Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers dove into the historical aspects of rubies. July’s birthstone that has fascinated civilization for centuries. According GIA, “red is the color of our most intense emotions – love and anger, passion and fury. It’s associated with power and desire – like fast cars and red roses.” In fact, historical references mentioned on the GIA website claim the ruby:
- The Bible mentions the beauty of rubies four times, associating the gemstone with beauty and wisdom.
- Roman scholar Pliny, who included rubies in his Natural History, describing their hardness and density.
- The Ancient Hindus believed that the God Krishna would rebirth them if they gifted a fine ruby.
The ruby has been host to many legends over the centuries. For instance,
- The people of India believe that rubies enable their owners to live in peace with their enemies;
- In Burma, warriors possessed rubies to make them invincible in battle.
- Even today, Italian Designer Roberto Coin, creates each piece of his jewelry with a small ruby whereby it is in direct contact with the skin of who wears it. This magical signature represents the message of good wishes that Roberto Coin dedicates to his passionate clientele. Moreover, this explains the desire for the ruby is just as great today as it always has been.
As a symbol of passion, the gift of a ruby makes an ideal romantic gift especially for those celebrating a July birthday, 14th or 40th wedding anniversary. At Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers, we have a great selection of jewelry with rubies. Furthermore, Stop by either Milwaukee store or shop online.
