1 Carat Ruby Pear (8.3×5 mm)
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16.9 mm |
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Additional Info
Ruby is a red to pink variety of the mineral Corundum. Its name comes from the Latin word "ruber", which simply means "red". Most Rubies on the market are heat-treated to enhance their color and clarity.
Where to buy?
Where to buy?
For certified gemstones and high-end gemstone jewelry, check offers at:
James Allen → high-quality Rubies, high-end jewelry and competitive prices
Blue Nile → gemstones and diamonds, birthstones jewelry
Brian Gavin → nice selection of gemstones, top-end signature diamonds
Gem Details
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Name:
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Ruby |
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Mineral Class:
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Corundum |
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Shape:
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Pear |
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Chemical Formula:
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Al2O3 |
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Crystal Structure:
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Hexagonal |
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Hardness:
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9 |
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Specific Gravity
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4 |
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Carat weight:
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1 ct |
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Gram weight:
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0.2 g (0.0071 ounces) |
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Points:
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100 pts |
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Length:
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8.3 mm |
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Width:
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5 mm |
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Est. face-up size:
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30.3 mm² |
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Volume:
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50 mm³ |
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Length-to-width ratio:
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1.66 |
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Refractive Index:
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1.76 - 1.77 |
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Cleavage:
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None |
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Luster:
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Vitreous to adamantine |
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Birefringence:
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0.0008 |
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Wearability:
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Excellent |
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Care Instructions:
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No special or unusual care |
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Color:
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Birthstone:
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Ruby is a birthstone for the month of July |
Popular comparisons:
- 1ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 8.3 x 5) vs. 1ct Diamond (Pear, White, 9.05 x 5.45)
- 1ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 8.3 x 5) vs. 1ct Emerald (Emerald, Green, 7.28 x 5.39)
- 1ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 8.3 x 5) vs. 1ct Sapphire (Emerald, Violet, 6.39 x 4.73)
- 1ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 8.3 x 5) vs. 1ct Sapphire (Emerald, Blue, 6.39 x 4.73)
- 1ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 8.3 x 5) vs. 3.25ct Ruby (Emerald, Red, 9.46 x 7.01)
- 1ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 8.3 x 5) vs. 1ct Amethyst (Oval, Violet, 8.67 x 5.78)
- 1ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 8.3 x 5) vs. 1ct Ruby (Emerald, Red, 6.39 x 4.73)
- 1ct Ruby (Pear, Red, 8.3 x 5) vs. 1ct Diamond (Emerald, White, 6.68 x 4.95)
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