The name Ruby is derived from the Latin ruber, a word for red. A stone which is the wish of all. Ruby, the intensity of the red color is the primary factor in determining value. The ideal stone displays an intense, rich crimson without being too light or too dark. In terms of clarity, ruby tends to be less clean than sapphire. Buyers should look for stones which are eye-clean. In the case of some rubies, extremely fine silk throughout the stone can actually enhance the value. Once if someone saw it they fall in love with this stoe. The look of this stone is very charming which is non other then.
Ovals are cushions are the most common, but rounds are also seen, as are other shapes, such as the heart or emerald cut. Slight premiums are paid for round stones. Just having a good star does not make a stone valuable. The best pieces have sharp stars against an intense crimson body color. Astrologer use it very much for luck or something else.
Its found in Srilanka, Burma, Vietnam, Thailand, Kenya, Tanzania, Afghanistan, Pakistan, China and Madsagascar. India and USA also produce it but that was a very low class of ruby.