Ruby Sterling Silver Ring

Ruby is the red variety of the mineral corundum traditionally associated with passion, vitality, and courage. This ring sets a deep red faceted ruby in an adjustable sterling silver band — a rich, classic statement stone with a warm, saturated glow.

Quick facts

Stone	Ruby
Composition	Corundum (aluminum oxide), colored by trace chromium
Hardness (Mohs)	9
Color	Deep red
Origin	Myanmar, Thailand, Mozambique & Sri Lanka are major sources
Chakra	Heart
Traditionally used for	Passion, vitality, and courage
Care / Water-safe	Yes — very durable; avoid ultrasonic cleaners on treated stones

Meaning & history

Ruby has been treasured across cultures for its saturated red color and remarkable durability. In crystal tradition it's linked to the heart chakra and is often chosen by people who want an energizing, confidence-building daily piece. Explore more ruby jewelry, our full crystal rings collection, or stones for love and happiness.

How to wear it

The band is adjustable to fit most finger sizes — open or close it gently for a comfortable fit. As one of the hardest gemstones, ruby holds up well to daily wear, making this an easy everyday ring alongside our other sterling silver jewelry.

Care & cleansing

Ruby is exceptionally hard and generally safe with everyday water exposure like hand-washing. As with any gemstone jewelry, it's best to remove it before swimming in chlorinated water or applying lotions and perfumes, and to store it separately to avoid scratching softer stones. To cleanse its energy, many people use running water, sunlight, sound, or smoke.

Frequently asked questions

What is ruby and what is it for?
Ruby is the red variety of corundum, traditionally associated with passion, vitality, and courage. This is a decorative/symbolic piece, not a health product or medical device.

Is this ring water-safe?
Yes — ruby is very hard and durable, so ordinary water contact like hand-washing is fine. Still, it's best to remove it before swimming or using harsh cleaning chemicals.

Can I wear it every day, including in the sun?
Yes, ruby is one of the most durable gemstones (a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale), so it's well suited to daily wear and sun exposure.

How do I cleanse and charge ruby?
Many people cleanse ruby with running water, sunlight, sound (like a singing bowl), or smoke such as sage or palo santo.

How can I tell it's a genuine ruby?
Genuine ruby is extremely hard and often shows small natural inclusions under magnification rather than perfect, glassy clarity — some color variation between pieces is also normal.

What pairs well with ruby?
Ruby is often paired with other heart-centered stones like rose quartz or garnet, or worn alongside our other sterling silver rings for a coordinated set.