Ruby Faceted Round Bead Strand

The ruby beads on this strand offer a range of colors from pink to red. Each bead is fully rounded and faceted over the entire surface, adding light-catching qualities to your jewelry. Ruby, a variety of corundum classified as a precious stone, is one of the world's most valuable gemstones. With its hardness and durability, ruby is an excellent choice for all types of jewelry. The color of a ruby is due to a trace of chromium in the stone; the amount of this substance determines the depth of color. Through the ages, ruby has been considered to be a gem of nobility, credited with engendering sensuality and vitality. Ready to string, each package contains one temporarily strung 15"–16" strand.

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Gemstone type: Ruby
Shape: Round
Dimensions: 3mm, 2mm
Stone type: Natural
Color: Red
Drill style: Full-drilled
Enhancement: Stabilized (S)
Hole size: 0.035" (0.89mm)
Mohs hardness: 9
Country of origin: India