Star Ruby is a rare variety of Ruby Gemstone. As per vedic astrology, star ruby represents planet Sun. In fact, large rubies are actually rarer and more valuable. Ruby is the official birthstone for those who are born in July. Star ruby can often be distinguished by its pleochroism, which means that the color varies with the viewing angles. Ruby has no cleavage and its hardness is 9 on the Mohs scale. It is the second hardest material next to diamond.

The most important deposits for Star Ruby have been in Upper Myanmar, Burma near Mogok. Star Rubies are also found in the mines of Thailand, Sri Lanka & Tanzania. There are some other mines also but the availability and quality of Rubies are not as per the demand in the market.

Benefits of Wearing Star Ruby

Star Ruby is considered very effective for people suffering from heart-related disorders.
People struggling with low decision-making abilities & self-esteem get immensely benefitted by wearing this gem.
It has been observed that the gemstone is effective for people having depression and anxiety.