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Star Ruby

Red

Variety of Ruby.

Star Ruby specimen
Ruby - Winza, Tanzania.jpg · Wikimedia Commons (see file page for author & license) · photo of parent mineral

📜 Key facts

AgeVaries by deposit; Burmese rubies formed in marble around 30–40 million years ago
Origin & sourcesMyanmar (Mogok), Sri Lanka, India, Vietnam and East Africa. The 138.7-carat Rosser Reeves star ruby is at the Smithsonian.
CompositionCorundum (Al₂O₃) coloured by chromium, with oriented rutile needles

How it forms

Like star sapphire, rutile needles separate out in three directions as the crystal cools. A cabochon cut gathers the reflected light into a six-rayed star.

Mineral data: see Ruby.

🌍 Where it's found

  • Type locality
  • Notable source / deposit
  • Country of origin

Marker positions are approximate (region or locality level). Type localities from Wikidata; notable sources curated by Crystopedia.

✨ Metaphysical & Folklore

These are traditional and folk beliefs from crystal lore. They are not scientific or medical claims – crystals are not a substitute for professional care.

A ruby with a star was prized as a stone of courage and vitality. Old lore says the star's three crossing lines stand for faith, hope and destiny.

Traditional uses
courage, vitality, passion
Chakra
Root Heart
Zodiac
Leo, Aries
Element
Fire

💞 Pairs well with (traditional pairings)

RubyBoth carry the theme of passion, so together they're thought to reinforce it. BloodstoneA natural partner for courage; Bloodstone also adds endurance. GarnetPaired in tradition for passion, with Garnet bringing commitment as well. HematiteBoth carry the theme of courage, so together they're thought to reinforce it. Clear QuartzLifts and clarifies star ruby's grounding energy; clear quartz is said to amplify any stone.

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