Crystals - Height: 8 mm - Width: 5 mm- 30 g - (50)
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Meteorite with crystal form from Ketito, Tanzania; 50 pieces total, weighing 30 g, each about 8 mm high, 5 mm wide and 5 mm deep.
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Natural rough ruby
Ruby is the name given to the red variety of the mineral corundum. Because of the small amounts of chromium, the red hue of these crystals ranges from deep violet to deep blood red. The gem is a very hard crystal, which makes it ideal for use as a precious stone. The name derives from the Latin 'rubeus', meaning 'red'.
The 'Rubinus lapislazzuli' is one of the rarest gems and therefore the most precious. Diamond, emerald, sapphire and ruby are known as the 'Big Four' of the gemstone world. The ruby is undoubtedly the fiery and capricious diva of the quartet.
In ancient times, the ruby was considered the mother of all precious stones. Hildegard of Bingen used its healing powers to treat pain and fever. It was believed that the color changes of the stone were an omen of the plague.
Once the ruby was the stone of kings and nobles. It was said to grant vitality to whoever wore it and to allow him to enjoy life to the fullest.
The total weight is 30 g.
Natural rough ruby
Ruby is the name given to the red variety of the mineral corundum. Because of the small amounts of chromium, the red hue of these crystals ranges from deep violet to deep blood red. The gem is a very hard crystal, which makes it ideal for use as a precious stone. The name derives from the Latin 'rubeus', meaning 'red'.
The 'Rubinus lapislazzuli' is one of the rarest gems and therefore the most precious. Diamond, emerald, sapphire and ruby are known as the 'Big Four' of the gemstone world. The ruby is undoubtedly the fiery and capricious diva of the quartet.
In ancient times, the ruby was considered the mother of all precious stones. Hildegard of Bingen used its healing powers to treat pain and fever. It was believed that the color changes of the stone were an omen of the plague.
Once the ruby was the stone of kings and nobles. It was said to grant vitality to whoever wore it and to allow him to enjoy life to the fullest.
The total weight is 30 g.
Details
Number of items
50
Mineral Form
Crystals
Weight
30 g
Origin (Region/ City)
Ketito
Country of Origin
Tanzania
Height
8 mm
Width
5 mm
Depth
5 mm
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It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. However, using or wearing gemstones or minerals does not mean that you can treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional for information on health care issues and do not stop any medications or courses of treatment, without first consulting your health care professional. The use of gemstones or minerals as a wellness therapy is one of personal choice. While stones or crystals have been used historically to relieve or prevent symptoms, the objects sold on our website offer no guarantee of results. Therefore, Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for the effectiveness of these objects sold herein.
