How to Buy Ruby Bracelets?

May 02, 2011- Ruby bracelets seem to be a huge popularity because of the sparkling red color of the ruby gemstone. Red color of ruby is because of chromium. Ruby is also found in shades of pink but these are less expensive than the red color.

Since ages ruby is known as the gemstone of kings and all over the world it had been desired by royalty.



Ruby bracelets like other ruby jewelry is made from very hard ruby gemstones that do not scratch easily. Ruby may or may not have small inclusions in it. One without inclusion is more expensive than the one that has inclusions. Ask to check it under microscope. If you see inclusions in the form of cloudy appearance then do not buy that ruby bracelet. Better to buy this under strong light rather than dim.

It is actually the size and the color of the ruby gemstone that decides the price of ruby bracelets. Bright red ruby bracelet is expensive than the pink or other lighter shades.

How to Buy Ruby Bracelets?

Always check the color. More red color more price and better quality. The best color is the bright red blood color. Avoid too dark or too light color.



Look for any inclusion in the gemstone. Although it is hard to find inclusion less ruby but look for the one that has minimum inclusion.

Cut of the stone in ruby bracelets should be symmetrical and free of nicks. Check what happens to the stone when the light hits at its center. The best stone should not have the dark patch at the center. Also it should not give washed out appearance. oval, cushion and round are the most common cut in ruby gemstone whereas heart and emerald cut are less common.