The ruby represents love and courage. A symbol of wealth and royalty, rubies have been worn by royals around the world for centuries. The ruby is the most valuable gemstone.

The color of the ruby is the most important feature in determining its value. Rubies are available in many shades, including rich red, dark red, orange-red, purplish red, and more. The most valuable color of the ruby is often a “Burmese Ruby,” usually a rich, passionate, full red color with a slight blue hue. This color is also referred as “pigeon blood red.”