- 14k Gold Ruby Pendant
- Gemstone - Ruby
- Jewelry Type - Gold Ruby Pendant
- Total weight - 0.790 grams approx.
- Ruby Weight - 0.90 carats approx.
- Gold Weight - 0.610 grams approx.
- Ruby Size - 5 x 3 mm
- Total Length - 16 mm
- Gold Purity - 14k
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Color: Ruby is celebrated for its vivid red hue, ranging from deep crimson to vibrant pinkish-red. The color is due to the presence of chromium within the crystal lattice structure of the gemstone. The finest rubies display a pure, intense red color known as "pigeon's blood" red.
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Composition: Ruby is a variety of the mineral corundum, composed primarily of aluminum oxide with trace amounts of chromium responsible for its red coloration. Corundum is one of the hardest minerals, second only to diamond, with a Mohs hardness of 9.
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Transparency and Clarity: Ruby is typically transparent to translucent, with high-quality specimens exhibiting exceptional clarity and brilliance. Inclusions, known as "silk" or "silk-like" needles, are common in rubies and can sometimes enhance their appearance by creating a soft, glowing effect known as asterism.
