Ruby 5x8-9mm (Dyed) Red Faceted Irregular Rondelle Beads - 15-16 Inch DyedNew It is a variety of

It is a variety of the silicate Spodumene

It can be colorless

Its soft chatoyancy is reminscent of the moon's light

It also serves as the Mohs hardness scale index mineral for a hardness of 8

Its color is due to the presence of Manganese and Iron in the stone

Ruby 5x8-9mm (Dyed) Red Faceted Irregular Rondelle Beads - 15-16 Inch DyedNew It is a variety ofRuby is a precious gemstone known for its deep red color. It is a variety of the mineral corundum, the second hardest mineral next to diamond . The presence of chromium is what gives a ruby its red color. Trace amounts of iron can also affect the hue, giving some rubies a slightly brownish or purplish tint. Ruby has long been considered one of the most beautiful and valuable gemstones on the planet. At times in ancient history, Ruby was valued more