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Ruby Description

Ruby is the most valuable variety of the corundum mineral species, which also includes sapphire.

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Madagascar’s Zahamena National Park
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GIA Field Gemmologist Documents Madagascar Ruby Rush

Join GIA’s recent field expedition to the ruby rush in Madagascar’s Zahamena National Park.

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Discover Mozambique’s Montepuez Ruby Mine
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Discover Mozambique’s Montepuez Ruby Mine with GIA’s Field Gemmologists

See inside the world’s most productive ruby mining operation with GIA’s field gemmology team.

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On the Trail of Africa’s Hidden Gems
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On the Trail of Africa’s Hidden Gems with GIA’s Field Gemmologists

Visit gem mining areas in Madagascar, Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia and Mozambique with GIA’s field gemmologists.

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Emerald and diamond brooch.
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Jewels of Hollywood: Accessories and Jewellery that Made the Stars Shine

“Jewels of Hollywood”, on loan from the Kazanjian Foundation, showcases some of the jewellery and accessories associated with Hollywood royalty.

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Guardians of Trust: GIA’s Innovative Research, Instruments and Services

GIA’s services and instruments have grown in importance and impact as new gem treatments and laboratory-grown gems have entered the market.

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G&G Announces Most Valuable Article Awards

G&G announces the winners of the Dr Edward J. Gübelin Most Valuable Article Awards for 2019.

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Ruby Journey

Ruby is the most valuable variety of the corundum mineral species, which also includes sapphire

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Ruby History and Lore

The name ruby comes from the Latin word ruber, which means “red”. The glowing red of ruby suggested an inextinguishable flame burning in the stone...

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Ruby Quality Factors

Ruby can command the highest prices of any coloured gemstone. The per-carat prices of fine-quality rubies have been rising consistently, and frequently break auction records. Click here to learn about the factors that make ruby so desirable!

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