July Birthstone

People who propagate knowledge on the science of astrology, have a strong faith in birthstones, capable of modifying the luck of the wearer. Popular belief says that birthstones possess metaphysical properties and have a connection with planets and stars that rule our destiny. Many times we ignore such facts but people who believe in birthstone jewelry are found to be wearing plenty of accessories, assumed to latch on to the good luck in them.

The Ruby

Ruby is the birthstone for the month of July. The dazzling red gem is known as the 'king of gemstones'. The July birthstone, or ruby, is highly priced due to its charismatic appeal. The word ruby originated from the Latin word, 'rubber', meaning red. The color of the gem is synonymous with the events of life. Thus, we can infer that the July birthstone color is red. Astrologers say that rubies possesses magical powers capable of eliminating the dangers from one's life. It's considered a talisman against evil. The change of color observed in the stone acts like a marker for forthcoming danger. The color becomes darker at times of imminent danger and when the danger passes away, the gem regains its normal color. Thus, you can take the precautionary steps to avoid falling into the pit. The antiquity red gem, represented fire, power, courage and heat. Tribal population even used them as bullets for blowguns. The crystal also showed healing effects on the human body and powdered ruby dust was used as an effective medication for indigestion and blood infections. In the book of Exodus, the ruby was adorned in the breastplate of Aaron, where it has been referred as 'sardius'. Thus, the color red was symbolic for different forms of religions.

Ruby has been used as a birthstone for 2500 years, a period during which the beautiful crystals were mined originally from Burma. Ruby mines are found in parts of the United States, India, Kenya, Sri Lanka, Australia, Afghanistan, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Madagascar and Thailand. Rubies have a large variety of mineral conundrum that makes it the second toughest element after diamond. It has evolved from metamorphic rocks. The meanings of birthstones, on being explored, reveal that the blood red hue is symbolic of everlasting love. It has a fiery internal glow that seems to be existing forever. And today ruby has become one of the most sought after stone for engagement rings, after diamonds. Ruby is the gemstone for the zodiac sign Capricorn and Cancer. According to the ancient lore, rubies should be worn in the left hand to bring in fortune and wealth. It was a popular gem during the Victorian age and was mostly adorned by the creamy layer of society. The most priced jewel is the brilliant red ruby, while variations having different hues of purple and orange are comparatively cheaper.

July birthstone and flowers are also connected with each other. Flowers like tulips, larkspurs and water lilies are considered lucky for people born in the month of July. However, larkspurs have greater weightage. The symbolism of birthstones and flowers are almost the same. The language of flowers were developed during the Victorian age, when people were conservative towards expressing their feelings. People gifted each other flowers specific for their birth month as a tradition. The colors of the flowers (pink, white, mauve) represent happiness in relationships. Ardent love, faithfulness, generosity and open minded attitude get exhibited by the flowers mentioned above. Flowers are always considered auspicious for any occasion. So, you can decorate the ambiance of your wedding ceremony or birthday with tulips, waterlilies or larkspurs to make the occasion eternally auspicious.

Today, almost all forms of jewelry are studded with gemstones, the most common being finger rings, earrings, necklaces, brooches, bracelets, pendants, cufflinks and pins. I guess the concept of July birthstone and the significance of ruby is now clear to you. To end with, let's read out the beautiful poem from the Gregorian calendar.

The gleaming ruby should adorn,
All those who in July are born,
For thus they'll be exempt and free,
From lover's doubts and anxiety.