Ruby

Concentration | Leadership | Selflessness

Hardness: 9
Crystalline Structure: Trigonal
Chemical Composition: Aluminum Oxide
Chakra: Heart, Root
Zodiac: Aries, Cancer, Leo

Metaphysical Properties:

Considered a stone of defense and protection, Ruby is said to darken in color when in the presence of poison, disease, or other threats. It is named for the Latin word “ruber”, meaning red. Promoting passion and confidence, Ruby inspires the user to visualize goals and make them happen. Wealth is said to follow the owner of a Ruby gem.