QUIZBOX
Thank you for taking the time to check your answer to the QUIZBOX question in the June 2008 issue of The Jeweller Magazine.
The correct answer for the June question is:
D. "king of precious stones".
"Ruby is one of the most historically significant coloured stones. In the Bible, rubies are mentioned several times, in association with attributes like beauty and wisdom. In the ancient Sanskrit language, ruby is called ratnaraj, or "king of precious stones".
In the first century AD, Pliny included rubies in his Natural History, describing their hardness and density. Ancient Hindus believed that those who offered fine rubies to the god Krishna were granted rebirth as emperors. Ruby retained its importance in the western world and became one of the most sought-after gems of European royalty."
To learn more about Rubies and other gems, take a one day GIA seminar on Identifying Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald at the International Jewellery London Show on September 2nd. Click here for information and to enrol.
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