Ruby (Manikya)

Ruby is a Precious Red Gemstone belonging to the Corundum mineral species and is popularly known as Manik or Manikya in Hindi. It is regarded as the King of Gemstones due to its rarity, royal red color, and powerful astrological significance.

In Vedic Astrology, Ruby represents the Sun (Surya) — the supreme source of energy, authority, vitality, and soul power. The Sun governs leadership, confidence, fame, respect, and self-esteem.

Ruby is also the birthstone for July as per Western astrology and is associated with the Leo zodiac sign.

Natural Ruby is admired for its deep crimson to pigeon-blood red color, which is extremely rare among gemstones. High-quality Rubies can surpass even diamonds in value. The finest Rubies are sourced from Burma (Myanmar) and Mozambique, while Thailand and African Rubies are also popular commercially.

General recommended sizes for Yellow Sapphire are 3 carat to 5 carat for adults (both men and women) and it may vary as per astrologer's recommendation and personal choice.

Only Natural Rubies possess the astrological and healing energies required to deliver real benefits.

BENEFITS OF RUBY GEMSTONE

Ruby is worn to strengthen the Sun in one’s horoscope and attract power, success, and authority.

Major Astrological & Healing Benefits:

• Enhances leadership qualities, confidence, courage, and motivation
• Improves career growth, authority, fame, and social status
• Brings success in government jobs, politics, administration, and business
• Boosts self-esteem, mental strength, and emotional balance
• Supports heart health, eyesight, blood circulation, and vitality
• Improves relationship with father and paternal support
• Helps overcome depression, lack of direction, fear, and low confidence
• Encourages financial growth and luxurious lifestyle
• Strengthens root chakra and reproductive energy
• Symbolizes love and passion, making it ideal for engagement and anniversary rings

Ruby is especially beneficial for people seeking recognition, respect, power, and long-term success.

WHO SHOULD WEAR RUBY (MANIK)?

Ruby gemstone is recommended for individuals who want to enhance Sun-related energies.

Recommended For:

• Leo (Simha Rashi) natives
• Ascendants of Aries, Scorpio, Sagittarius, and Pisces
• People with weak or afflicted Sun in horoscope
• Professionals in : (1) Government services. (2) Politics & administration. (3) Business & entrepreneurship. (4) Medical, engineering, research & leadership roles.
• Individuals facing : (1) Low confidence (2) Career stagnation (3) Lack of authority or recognition (4) Weak paternal support

Note : Astrological consultation is strongly advised before wearing Ruby.

HOW TO WEAR RUBY STONE

To obtain maximum astrological benefits, Ruby must be worn following Vedic guidelines.
Correct Wearing Procedure:
• Day : Sunday
• Time : Morning (during Sun Hora)
• Metal : Gold (preferred), Panchdhatu, or Silver
• Finger : Ring Finger
• Hand :
o Men : Right hand
o Women : Any hand as comfortable
• Weight : Ideal Size is 3 to 5 carats for both men and women ( may vary as per astrologer's recommendation or choice)
• Alternative : Ruby can also be worn as a Pendant, touching the skin Proper energization (Pran Pratishtha) and mantra chanting before wearing are highly recommended.

PRICE & QUALITY OF RUBY GEMSTONE

Ruby Price in India :

• Starts from ₹1000 per carat
• Goes up to ₹50,00,000 per carat or more, depending on quality

Factors Affecting Ruby Price:
• Color (deep red / pigeon-blood red is most valuable)
• Transparency & clarity
• Origin (Burmese Rubies are most expensive)
• Carat weight
• Cut, finish, and lustre
• Natural inclusions (too many inclusions reduce value)
A smaller, high-quality Ruby can give better astrological results than a larger low-quality stone.

• Always buy 100% natural, laboratory-certified Ruby
• Avoid synthetic or glass-filled Rubies
• A perfectly flawless Ruby is usually not natural
• Always ask for a reputed gemological laboratory certificate
• Do not buy Ruby without knowing its origin, treatment, and clarity
• Cheap, extremely clear Rubies are often man-made
Only natural Rubies possess astrological and healing power.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q1. Is Ruby a precious gemstone?
Yes, Ruby is one of the four precious gemstones, along with Diamond, Emerald, and Sapphire.

Q2. Which planet does Ruby represent?
Ruby represents the Sun (Surya) in Vedic astrology.

Q3. Can women wear Ruby?
Yes, Ruby can be worn by both men and women.

Q4. Can Ruby be worn as a pendant?
Yes, Ruby can be worn as a ring or pendant, as long as it touches the skin.

Q5. Is certification necessary when buying Ruby?
Absolutely. A laboratory certificate ensures authenticity and natural origin.

Q6. Which Ruby is the best quality?
Burmese (Myanmar) Ruby with pigeon-blood red color is considered the best.