Ruby -King Of The Gemstones? What makes Ruby a Great Gem?- Ruby buyers guide /Tips and Advice (2020)

[@judithgockel1001]

I had a breathtaking ruby that fluoresced in sunlight. Set in a ring, I would moved or place my hand without pre-thought, and was struck each time with the unbelievable color flash that almost stopped me in my tracks. My beloved late husband bought it for me, and could not have chosen anything that would be a more enduring source of delight for me. It was a pure deep (not dark) true red, cut in a slightly oval cut, and I cannot imagine any other inanimate object I could enjoy more. Value? Haven’t a real clue. It was bought in Thailand, if he knew the origin location I never heard about it. Some things are beyond price or the need to boast. Thanks for your work

[@YourAverageJeweler]

Thank you for sharing!

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[@lindajanke6194]

Rubies are hands down my favorite stones. I have a small one and I enjoy it. Love to look at the ones I can't afford as well. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@BigCroca]

i was shocked to learn that rubies refractive index and dispersion are super low

[@mercoid]

You do a great job and a great service to anyone even the least bit interested in gemstones.

[@1janelaf]

I have a beautiful ruby ring. My mom called the color, Pigeons Blood. It is gorgeous! We went to a jeweler and had a beautiful ring made.

[@pratikkale529]

Thank you so much for a crystal clear Flawless quality Video !! I am subscribing!! I am learning Jewelry!

[@bebebutterfield7699]

I love me some wed wubbies. I have a few pieces. Thank you for educating us.

[@jj-vu5ov]

ive been researching gemstones for fun and learning about the intricacies is really astounding. im a bit overwhelmed with the amount of information to learn but also excited. thanks for the video

[@k.hendrickson8735]

Me as well… I started a search for a ‘Decent’ natural ruby for a birthstone ring about 8, Eight! Years ago. 😞 OMG, the stuff I have learned about rubies. I now wish I was born in another Month! 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@davoodmahdhoom]

@@k.hendrickson8735I have natural ruby

[@maximoromero]

Own a pair of 1ct Burma Ruby earrings my wife bought me for our first anniversary! Amazing.

[@antualove7984]

I got ruby for Valentine and for my 15 wedding anniversary because ruby is 15 and 40 wedding anniversary too

[@icemountaindragon5057]

I had went gem mining two weeks ago. I was able to find 4-6 rubies in North Carolina. They may be small, but I will find a Bigger one!

[@BilalKhan-rw5qc]

I have 158.95 ct rough from Pakistan

[@tommunson7726]

Thank you for taking the mystery out of what happens from beginning to end! Brillant!!!

[@suzie2062]

Nice vibe Andrew!! Thank u for ur time and great video!🌻

[@YourAverageJeweler]

My pleasure!!

[@patrickkyteler5585]

Thank you for the video. Rubies have it all. They are hard and durable enough for daily wear. Wonderful glowing red color, good sparkle, and I can't think of a more romantic center stone for an engagement ring. If the price for quality natural stones is too high then there are lab grown rubies with perfect color, clarity, and cut that are very affordable. Didn't know about the tabular crystallization habit so I learned something new. Would love to watch a video on synthetic corundum and emerald.

[@k.hendrickson8735]

Lab grown rubies: Meh. 😒

[@ClayCurtsinger]

Great very informative video. Learned a lot! Thank you for taking the time

[@JovialBuchanan]

Finally, someone has given great information on my favorite, sometimes forgotten, gemstone my birthstone, rubies. I bought my ruby earrings and ruby ring from the Bahamas which my hubby purchased an upgrade on my earrings just recently since he lost my ruby pair earrings he purchased on our honeymoon, 21 years ago. I love my upgraded ruby earrings with halo diamonds around it~ It makes me feel like a princess 👸~❤

[@emilieh4180]

I bought an unheated Mozambique ruby with a lab report, its the prettiest ruby ive seen. btw great video

[@knighthunteroi]

Did you buy the gem loose or facetted? I bet its beautiful

[@emilieh4180]

@@knighthunteroiyes it was faceted with an emerald cut

[@brettster3331]

Andrew, Thank you for sharing such great information and your own knowledge, I appreciate it and have learned so much from you.

[@YourAverageJeweler]

I always appreciate that feedback! thank you.

[@krishnank.r7106]

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[@krishnank.r7106]

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[@dyerperrault4858]

Thank you so much for the video, there is a Madagascar Ruby I really want for my birthday! I'm really excited and I hope I get it. Ruby is my favorite type of gem!! 😁❤

[@trishwragg848]

Thank you. Very informative. My birthstone is ruby, and I have bought Garnett by accident. It’s not that bigger a problem as the ring is still pretty. Now I know what to look for

[@k.hendrickson8735]

Just BEWARE of glass filled junk. They will take ruby, near waste product, super-heat it, add red glass and VOILA! They now have sparkly “Burma Ruby” that no longer has its original crystal structure, has added carat weight in Glass 😟, and they are not mohs #9 hard anymore… And it is VERY hard for people to catch this. This has actually Inflated the price of a good, natural, GIA lab inspected ruby or sapphire. 😭. This has negatively affected the retail buying power of common-folks like me who simply want a decent 1.5 or 2 Carat Birthstone ring.

[@k.hendrickson8735]

Generally, rubies are a pinky-red. Garnets are a brownish-red.

[@CycleBreakersCommunity]

I like your teaching style. Some people praise KZbin for fast talkers but I like something a little slower. To give the viewer a chance to think, especially when getting so much new information. Thanks ❤

[@abjim1170]

Andrew, thank you to bring us this lovely video, very clear message and informative for Ruby gemstone , looking forward for your next ruby video if you have time. all the best ! thanks

[@YourAverageJeweler]

Thank you!

[@joycehaywood404]

How do u clean mine gems

[@Fatenglishman]

What an excellent explanation by an above-average jeweler! Good work!

[@ollieox4176]

Love your content, I can tell you put a lot of effort in. Keep it up and the subscribers will grow!

[@Chipotlefoos]

Wow you are very knowledgeable and informative. Thanks

[@stevehammel2939]

Excellent and well thought out guide, thanks !

[@gemscourt5268]

As a gems dealer, I believe you have covered all the aspects.

[@sardarnaseem1509]

Can I have Ur contact

[@andrewvillanueva9251]

I love the hunt. Thanks for the info. I could have used you a couple thousand dollars ago. Haha you live and learn. I jumped on every opportunity in america I could. The chase now is stones in settings.

[@DemRuby20]

Beautifully done. Congratulations on a fine video.

[@travisblair3189]

My mom's name is "Ruby." I'm going to send this to her.

[@antualove7984]

Tell your mom ruby is 15 and 40 wedding anniversary too .

[@riittasaarinen7288]

Thank you, your video was very informative. I am waiting for your next video😊

[@abjim1170]

One of the best Ruby s video !

[@tanghingtung5897]

Such good explanations! Really appreciate you doing these videos.. wish there are jewellers like you in my place..

[@YourAverageJeweler]

Glad you like them!

[@jollyjokress3852]

I like the mysteriousness about Ruby, sapphire and emerald. I like emerald most! Plus, good to know that the cromium colors the ruby red.

[@joop912]

I also like those colored gemstones. Emeralds are my favorite of the 3. I love the character of emeralds.

[@jeremyhess7977]

Chromium.

[@k.hendrickson8735]

I ❤️ Rubies. But have to say, love those paler, slightly teal-blue emeralds… don’t know why, they are not the ideal, I know- Just love the odd colors.

[@toosense]

@@k.hendrickson8735 if the color falls too pale, they aren’t considered emerald anymore but green beryl. I like seeing translucency and inclusions in emeralds.

[@toosense]

I liked the ruby red slippers but it was the Emerald City that won my heart. ❤

[@cholanathpantha1089]

Sir i am from Myanmar (Burma ) Mogok U are amazingly explain Ruby

[@CopenhagenDreaming]

Regarding the "trust" aspect... I'd be interested in hearing your perspective on small, independent jewellers versus some of the larger jewellery chains or franchises. (Personally I always tend to trust jewellers more if they do custom pieces; then I know I'm dealing with a crafts-person and not just a re-seller - but I'm sure that's not always completely reliable.)

[@YourAverageJeweler]

I did make a video a while back about finding a good jeweler. you may find something there helpful.

[@CopenhagenDreaming]

@@YourAverageJeweler I actually have a great local jeweller - and she's not even that expensive for custom pieces compared to off-the-rack factory-made jewellery. She makes most of her income from factory-made jewellery, but she seems to love commissions and is great at saying "okay, so that's what you want. Now, THIS is actually what you should have!" Because a good designer, architect or jeweller should not just give the customer what they want, but suggest what they didn't realise they wanted/needed. But clearly I need to watch more of your back catalogue of videos. Even the information I don't *need* is interesting and good infotainment. Your videos make for good company over morning coffee.

[@stallion738]

I have a few Ruby one from my grandfather

[@calvinthomas3543]

A very informative video. Really like the way you have covered the most important details in one place. Very useful - Thanks!

[@YourAverageJeweler]

Thank you for the feedback.

[@patriciayohn6136]

It would be nice if you would do a video on Peridot.

[@YourAverageJeweler]

It is under August birthstone. Best of luck.

[@micheal2373]

thank you for passing on your knowledge in away that anybody could pick it up

[@janetmoore5645]

💕 love the color of ruby. I named my dog after this precious 💕 stone ruby.

[@emilycryder1096]

Ruby is my birthstone. love rubies.

[@joshuapepito6720]

very informative...thank you so much for sharing your knowledge ... it helps a lot....

[@YourAverageJeweler]

Glad it was helpful!

[@josephnardone1250]

To me, the most important information you give concerns the treatment of the gems and the considerations and questions to ask on purchasing a stone.

[@k.hendrickson8735]

That’s the BIGGEST thing I agave learned about rubies - treatments. 😤

[@BensonMachona]

Interested in learning about rubby

[@mawi1172]

We always learn something from you! 💕

[@fkhan1732]

Ruby stones are my favorites stone.These days it's so dard to finds genuine Rybies.

[@simongraham2516]

Can make a buyers guide for lab-grown rubies and emeralds?

[@christhompson4270]

New subscriber here and I was going to ask if the ring i have with ruby’s in would fluoresced under a uv black light, it really turned them bright red and was this right or is it garnets? Loved the video and will be watching your other videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge 👍👍👏👏💖💖

[@elaynelayne6362]

Thank you, really helpful as I am starting my search for a pretty Ruby

[@xochitlojeda4153]

haha i had no idea rubies are like, so related to sapphires. steven universe makes more sense now! also, i was really hoping to get a clear answer on pricing! i’m really interested in how rubies are priced

[@YourAverageJeweler]

People spend a lifetime on that topic. As stones get nicer, the subtle and nuanced things that contribute to price are harder to determine. Also, determining how much treatment they have been through, in addition to the other factors...it's complicated to say the least. I can give you basics, but you really need to spend time with a lot of different stones before understanding how to value them. With time and experience, everything becomes more clear. thanks for watching and best of luck.

[@sandrahertel6282]

I love rubies and have it and diamonds in my engagement ring. Interesting that rubies used to be the birthstone for many months including December which is my birth month.

[@rezasarwari1055]

Thanks Andrew for nice video 👏

[@YourAverageJeweler]

My pleasure!

[@pathtohappiness4711]

Thanks for the episode ....

[@roberttyrrell2250]

Good job ! You covered a lot. All good technically correct info.

[@corinalungu451]

Thank you for your knowledge sharing. What suggestions do you have for finding a buyer for an antique ruby/jewel?

[@mrsbrae]

Just finding this now. I inherited a large “ruby” ring my grandmother wore everyday. The stone was put in the setting in the ‘50s probably. We always assumed it was fake- a high quality plastic of sorts. Having started on a gem/crystal interest myself now, I returned to it. First thing I did was put it under UV. It glows something fantastic. Imagine my surprise! My question, though, is can lab tests determine a lab created vs real ruby? Do they carbon date, I guess I’m saying? And rubies are up there on the hardness scale, but would it be possible to still have visible scratches? That’s why I thought it was fake in the first place (maybe it’s just 70 years of wear and tear!?) How much do those lab tests cost? I’m so nervous leaving it with someone I don’t know. 😬. But If it is a real one, I’m now thinking my insurance needs to be updated. It really is quite large - flat and unusual shaped- and is also set with (her) previous wedding diamonds. Thanks!

[@k.hendrickson8735]

Send it to GIA labs for a reputable, proper evaluation.

[@kayakMike1000]

Rubies aren't made from carbon. They're transparent aluminum stained by chromium I think.

[@anniecoutanceau1691]

Thankyou such an interesting tutorial

[@robertbond1128]

Loving this keep it coming please

[@AnAxe-q7b]

Corundum is a family of gemstones, 9 value of hardness in the Mohs scale (way of measurement of gemstones). Like morganites, emeralds, and aquamarines are Beryls, also another family, 7.5 Mohs. Rubies are beautiful, indeed. 🙏🏻

[@jennyye8006]

Hi Andrew, I have a few rubies that were acquired in Mogok, Myanmar. Those stones came with lab reports from a certified Gemologist from the Mogok area, and he graded those stone as pigeons blood red rubies from Mogok area and with no indication of heat treatment. Bases on my understanding, his criteria is kind of Mogok local criteria, and he only gives stone with very strong saturation the color grading of pigeons blood red, a stricter criteria than the GRS bases on my understanding. I wonder how gemologists here in the US view lab reports from Mogok area? Shall I get them re-appraised by a gemologist in the US or some institution like GIA? Thank you

[@johnoboi4713]

Hey Jenny, I have rough rubies from Zambia which have never polished or treated would you be interested

[@curlyhairdudeify]

Leave them over night in vinegar. Just to make sure they are not lead glass filled.

[@Zizuadam]

@@johnoboi4713 hey body did you find where to sell ur rubies coz I have some too ,if please help me out thanks

[@israel3538]

This was so educational. Thank you.

[@nwanyaaugustine608]

Please do video on Paraiba tourmaline or copper bearing tourmaline.

[@erikbetancourt7194]

Nice, i just order thru a well know source a nice buddha beads. Crystal clear citrine and a large ruby guru bead. Have not received it but the pictures show me that the light passes thru with the flash. No shiny parts, and the lab report shows no treatment. My first ruby since my class ring. When i get it, do i look out for the same as my jade peices? Awsome video.

[@NeerajSharma-i7]

if in your horoscope sun has lordship of any benefic house but is weak to give results(in degrees 0-5, 24- 60 ) then you may opt for ruby.

[@saimadisetty5805]

My favourite Gemstone rubys.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@holligrant7961]

My husband and I celebrated our 40th Valentine Wedding Anniversary this year. He gave me the most beautiful ruby surrounded by diamonds. It was beautiful but I didn't ask details. Oh my goodness I have a beautiful fluoresced stone too, it does flash with light, like my heart does for him every time our eyes meet. Together 17,500 days if only we could have 17,500 more.

[@bobbynir2893]

What are the inclusions that will confirm a ruby .

[@lucaspothakos1127]

Please make an episode about imperial topaz?

[@For-truth]

Couple more questions if you would please: are you familiar with mada rubies? Also why would a ruby not flourece?

[@Kamall_Yahya]

.can we cut other mineral with diamond cut model?? .for example Chalcedony can we??

[@DisHammerhand]

Learned a couple new things about my favorite gemstone. Didn't know about the crystal shape, sometimes absent fluorescence and lead glass filling. I really enjoy synthetic rubies because I can get them, big, clean and with rich color saturation. Flame fusion ones fluoresce like a car tail light making them very glowy in strong light. One of my favorite rings is a big transparent lab star ruby. It's very red and has a reflection of the star so I see a white star and a red star.

[@k.hendrickson8735]

Yeah, admittedly they are pretty… but LAB made and won’t go up in value..

[@kusalgr9716]

Hello sir, i have some of ruby i don't no how to sell & how much per carat..

[@charlesadkins7067]

you can find in Franklin North Carolina

[@melissakonneker1213]

What about lab made rubies? They seem better quality than mined.

[@Lewy02]

Do you buy gems stones like blue chalcedony or Australian Beryl red emarald mate😊

[@washanebugti232]

Great informative video !

[@YourAverageJeweler]

thank you!

[@aung3627]

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[@NNav_Bharat]

Any book that you can recommend to understand all the precious gemstone

[@alvinmatthews2910]

Stone of the kings. .👑👍

[@cathrynharrison4734]

That turned out t be Spinel in many cases The famous Ruby in the English Crown jewels is a Spinel

[@Loom-works]

My ruby is old . When did they start heat treatment? Year?

[@cver5235]

Is a heat treated ruby worth purchasing?

[@IqbalMuhammad-n7j]

Hi sir I have a lots of quantity of red Ruby and Neelam stones I want to solve that product so how to solve this

[@meofcourseitsme]

I bought a Chatham blood red ruby I know it's not worth much but it's beautiful. What is your opinion of Chatham stones?

[@ayannasantiago5902]

What should I do?

[@sergioortega5869]

Question I have the presidium multi tester iii and I have tested it on rubies from Burma, it gives me the green light. I test them on other rubies from other countries such as Africa, it does not give me a green light but it gives me a yellow light or only Red Antler on a rough sapphire from Madagascar I have used the multi tester and it gives me a green light as if it were a diamond, that sapphire is blue, what could be happening. I know that the multi tester is only for Diamonds Monssanite zirconia or simulant but in a rough sapphire and Burmese rubies it gives me diamonds what happens here

[@boiguiletoumany7638]

Thank you so much my friend

[@deekshasinghshekhawat]

superb information !!!

[@anrn5303]

@2:44 "intense" pink was misspelled...

[@jefferykenison]

Good information pictures of CZ in your video! Real Rubies have inclusions and cut marks!💎

[@srilankasapphirespecialist1970]

Woow one of best Explanation! as sapphire specialist you pick most of the important tips to discuss and everything well detailed i guess muzambic is producing larger quantities of Rubys recently very pretty as good as burma I would prefer calling Padhaprcha as king sapphire because its more expensive than ruby what you think of that ? plz correct me if am wrong 😅 by the way cheers and good luck for future videos

[@dokeshiburgos7034]

Hi I have a 3 ct Ruby from Burma set on an antique gold. It's an antique piece from my great grandma. It's a pendant though. If you're interested pls let me know. Thanks!

[@tinawertz6387]

I inherited a pigeon blood ruby ring / matching earrings,that has a orange and yellow fire when I put it under my microscope and look at it through the lens . I believe it's a pigeon blood ruby , I have the matching earrings. got matching earrings I believe the Middle Stone is 1 carat and the rest of the stones are like maybe 16 more Stones they're probably half carats the same with the earrings. If I sent you pictures could someone please help me to identify what these are? 17:24

[@MrMichaelWHenze]

Another very informative video

[@llopez2663]

I've been in the market for a pretty ruby, most are way over my budget. My question is, can they heat a darker pink sapphire making it look red, and selling it as a ruby? Just a note, I was able to buy an emerald after watching your last video. Not sure of its treatments but it is pretty. Hunting for that beautiful ruby. Lots of good info, thank you

[@YourAverageJeweler]

Heat treatment alone is usually not enough to change a pink sapphire to a ruby. Heat treatment more often evens out the color. You would need to add something(like a dye) in most cases. Nice ruby(especially natural) will be pricey. Best of luck, and i'm glad you have been learning here!

[@websurfer4672]

Would you mind sharing your vendor? I am also looking for ruby/emerald. Thanks

[@roberttyrrell2250]

There are several treatments today now being used. There are several types of diffusion, irradiation, hydrothermal techniques. Many lower the value. Putting lipstick on a pig... There are many reputable Co's on Facebook, Etsy yes even Ebay. They're a platform like the gem markets in streets of Bangkok etc. You have to be careful. Anywhere. I deal w CeylonBluestone/ Gemalliance/Glorious85. I have other personal contacts. Good prices. They won't deal w gen public. Youre not getting gen Ruby right now for less than $800/ ct the larger the stone the higher the pr ct price. (1ct =$800+ pr/ct. But a 3 ct stone will be $2400+ pr/ct etc) If its $29/ct rediculously low price, its synthetic, lab. AdirondackJewels NY. Hand crafted Custom Jeweler.

[@drimazonechoice9822]

@@websurfer4672 try to contact me for african rubies and rubies zoisite or emerald

[@k.hendrickson8735]

Give us an update on your hunt for a nice, AND affordable ruby!! It’s my birthstone and I have been at it for 8 years…😭

[@christopher0430]

Sir where can I send you my rock stone vedios, I hope you can help me to determine those rocks

[@nahbirdie4773]

Insightful! Thank youuu

[@Twodec9t4]

Nice information ❤

[@charlesadkins7067]

I have a lot of rough Ruby how do I know if it is gem quality and how do I find a cutter

[@ShaLah-b4p]

I got some good or bad but i didn't know very well.

[@alphatango1358]

Greetings from New York.. 👌👌👌

[@seritaprivett8242]

Do you have a video on just raw rough diamonds and rubies