Ruby is the birthstone of Leo (Simha) in both Vedic and Western Astrology. It also works for Aries (Mesh), Scorpio (Vrishchik), and Pisces (Meen)zodiacs. People who need to strengthen the sun's position (Ravi) in their horoscope, and balance their fire element, should wear it after consulting with an astrologer. The solar energy of the gem brings social, academic, and personal gains. 

Weight: Typically, the gemstone size should be approximately 1/10th of your body weight, which means 1 carat for every 10 kgs. Alternatively, it can be according to the strength required as per your horoscope or as advised by your astrologer.

Quality: For the best astrological results, non-treated and non-heated rubies are best. Rubies found in Africa, Burma, Mozambique, and Madagascar are well known and easily available. 

Metal: Gold, Copper (Tamba), or Brass (Pital) are most suitable as per our knowledge and expertise. 

Finger: The ring finger of the left hand for women and the right hand for men is our recommendation.
 
Day: Sunday.

Time: Morning at 7.15 AM/ 8.15 AM/9.15 AM 

Mantra: ‘Om Aditya Namah’ or ‘Om SuryayaNamah’.

Upratna: Pyrope Garnet (Red garnet), Red Spinel, Rubellite, or any other natural red gemstones.

The Sun (Surya) is the primary source of light and life on earth. Solar energy is associated with the fire element, and red is its cosmic color. It governs philosophy, administration, places of worship, medical health, gold trade, and public fame. When channelized, it confers courage, instills confidence, and elevates social status. 

The sun's planetary position in a horoscope defines personalities and provides energy to cultivate influence over others. 

If the sun is favorable, it encourages graciousness, poise, authority, leadership, and self-worth. Such individuals are often erudite, devout, kind, and calm in demeanor.

However, the sun's opposed position will lead to low self-esteem and energy with little or no confidence leading to a rebellious nature. 

A Ruby emits hot color waves that benefit the wearer in the following ways. 

Supremacy: The Sun is the supreme star. Hence, it cultivates leadership qualities and helps obtain an influential position of power.

Finance: Wearing a Ruby helps channelize the finances positively for a regal lifestyle. 

Education: It elevates those in academic, administrative, and civil services. 

Status: It helps uplift social standing as it nurtures a firm yet calm, compassionate, and courageous personality. 

Well-Being: It helps to cure diseases caused by excessive bodily fluids and moisture such as cold and flu. It improves eyesight, blood circulation, and helps maintain optimum heart and blood pressure. It also encourages confidence levels and improves learning and behavior. 

Relationships: The Sun is associated with fatherhood, and wearing a ruby supports the 
bonding of paternal relationships. 

Burma is the oldest source of Rubies. However, untreated, and unheated gems from Africa, Mozambique, and Madagascar are equally good. It comes in a myriad of hues from light pink to deep red. Price varies depending on the 4 Cs, the Cut, Colour, Clarity and Caratage, the place of origin, and treatment if any. 

Cut - The cut of a gemstone gives it face value. The better the facets of a gem, the more valuable it is.

Colour - The color is a deciding factor for these gemstones. Non-treated and non-heated deep-colored rubies cost more than treated and heated ones. 

Clarity - Visible inclusions like fine silk threads, fingerprints, or color bands that scatter the light form a part of the gemological DNA. Rubies without any inclusions are rare to find and hence, are expensive. The clearer the gemstone, the higher the value.

Caratage - A Ruby with the best cut, color, and clarity is challenging to find in higher caratage and hence precious. So, a two-carat gemstone would be one fourth the price of a four-carat in the same quality. Due to the easy availability of smaller sizes than the bigger ones, the more the carat weight, the higher the stone's cost. 

Place of Origin – The finest rubies for astrological purposes come from Burma. However, Madagascar, Mozambique, and Africa have equally good options.  

Treatment – There are three types of rubies available in the market. First up are the non-heated and non-treatedones that are best for astrological requirements. The mildly heated rubies enhanced for their color come a close second. The best qualities in both these categories come from  Africa, Burma, Mozambique, and Madagascar

And lastly, you have the glass-filled, and lead-filled rubies from Bangkok used for costume jewelry and are considered to have no astrological value. These low-quality rubies are infused with a cobalt-rich form of glass to improve their color. Unfortunately, 95% of the market is flooded with these cosmetic stones with negligible qualities required for astrological effects. In many countries, these glass-filled rubies are considered synthetic. 

Certification – We are stringent with our quality standards and assure you of the best gemstones for your needs. Our Yellow Sapphires come with a Private Lab Certificate. We can also provide a higher lab certificate like the GII or IGI at extra cost if required. Some of our gemstones are readily certified from both, GII (Gemological institute of India)  or IGI (International Gemological Institute)

Do note that the lab will certify all three types of rubies as 'Natural Rubies' only in the title. However, in the remarks or comments section, they will mention the variety. E.g., if the comments section cites 'No indication of thermal enhancement' or is blank, it means the gemstone is unheated and untreated. If it cites 'Indication of thermal enhancement', then the gem is heated. Lastly, if the remark mentions 'Indication of foreign material', it means the gemstone is glass-filled or lead-filled.