C&S-Ruby Chatham Created+Star Ruby

Birthstone Information/Anniversary Stones/Gemstone Care/AGTA Codes

Quality Information & Color Information

QualityDescriptionVariations
Gem Medium to dark blood red; eye clean; good cut; good polish

31-5-5

Care

Rubies are rated “excellent” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat and contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an at-home ultrasonic unit.

Properties & Reactions

SYN
9
Red
Synthetic Corundum
1.762-1.77
4
DR
Asterism, Chatoyancy
Usually safe
Usually safe
Good - may improve color
Boron

Synthetic Star Ruby

Birthstone Information/Anniversary Stones/Gemstone Care/AGTA Codes

Quality Information & Color Information

QualityDescriptionVariations
Synthetic Medium to dark purplish red; good noticeable six-ray star; good polish; medium dome

N/A

Care

Rubies are rated “excellent” for everyday wear. Avoid exposure to heat and contact with chemicals. To clean, gently scrub with a soft toothbrush and a solution of mild dish soap and warm water, or clean in an at-home ultrasonic unit.

Properties & Reactions

SYN
9
Red
Synthetic Corundum
1.762-1.77
4
DR
Asterism
Usually Safe
Usually Safe
Poor - may sometimes improve color, but may cause loss of color
Borax