Star Ruby

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Physical & Optical Properties

Category Precious Gems
Mohs Hardness 9.0
Specific Gravity 3.95 – 4.1
Refractive Index 1.757 – 1.78
Crystal System Trigonal
Fracture Uneven,Conchoidal
Color red
Birefringence 0.007

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Star Ruby
Mohs hardness of Star Ruby shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Star Ruby
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Crystal System

a a a Trigonal (Rhombohedral) a = b = c, α = β = γ ≠ 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Investment ($5,000+/ct)

About Star Ruby

星光红宝石是一种含有针状金红石包裹体的红宝石,当以素面形式切割时,能在光照下呈现六射或十二射星芒效应,即星光效应。最著名的星光红宝石包括重达138.7克拉的"午夜之星"和缅甸出产的"德龙之星",均为馆藏级宝石。缅甸、斯里兰卡和印度是主要产地,优质星光红宝石极为罕见且价值不菲。

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Jewelry Use

Durability 10/10

Suitable for daily wear

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Star Ruby?
星光红宝石是一种含有针状金红石包裹体的红宝石,当以素面形式切割时,能在光照下呈现六射或十二射星芒效应,即星光效应。最著名的星光红宝石包括重达138.7克拉的"午夜之星"和缅甸出产的"德龙之星",均为馆藏级宝石。缅甸、斯里兰卡和印度是主要产地,优质星光红宝石极为罕见且价值不菲。
What is the hardness of Star Ruby?
Star Ruby has a Mohs hardness of 9.0, making it excellent for use in jewelry.
What color is Star Ruby?
Star Ruby is primarily Red.
How much does Star Ruby cost?
Star Ruby falls into the Investment ($5,000+/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Star Ruby?
Star Ruby belongs to the Trigonal crystal system.

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