All hail The King of Gemstones, RUBY! You might have heard of it, but do you know why its so renowned and associated with wealth and power? Or what gives Ruby the rich red color? Gemologists and jewelry designers Brecken and Jonathan explore the hefty reputation of this prized gemstone. Col-o-ra-doTell us how hard our teeth are? (Follow-up question from prior podcast episode.) Ruby – The King of all gemstonesCorundum familyPink Sapphire vs. RubyThe color redHow rubies are formedWhat kind of deposits they're found in?ChromiumRubies from Cambodia and ThailandRubies from GreenlandRuby formation and connection with Pangea Ruby miningThe specific gravity of rubyBurma rubiesMozambique rubiesGlobal DemandTom Lantos Act Valuing a rubyRutile needles and treatmentInclusions and check out @microworldofgems on Instagram Glass-filled rubiesColor treatmentRuby Market and pricing [Storytime] Growing up with ruby marbles