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It is considered among the rarest of all gemstones. [6] [4] The Swiss Gemmological Institute has described it as "a unique treasure of nature" and praised its "well-proportioned cut, highly attractive colour and fine purity". [5] The Gubelin Gem Lab in Lucerne stated that "such a combination of characteristics is very rare in Burmese rubies of this size." [5] The global chairman of Sotheby's International Jewellery Division, David Bennett, when interviewed on the ruby, stated "during his 40 years in the industry, he has never before seen a ruby of this calibre". [5] In a Gubelin grading report, it notes, "ruby is of Burmese origin" and that "its vivid but saturated color, poetically referred to as pigeon blood red, is due to a combination of well balanced trace elements in the stone, typical and characteristic for the finest rubies of Mogok." [8] Gemstones of the same quality typically form in only small crystals, making this one an "extremely rare" gem. [8] History [ edit ] While ‘Russian Giant’ is the least tall of our giant sunflower selections at 2.5-3m tall, it produces truly giant flowers at 30cm across.

On the species plant, the disc florets are in varying rich shades of brown and the ray florets are a bright, sunny yellow. 2) H. annuus‘Valentine’A real plus point is that this giant cultivar is a branching type, so it bears multiple flowers on each stem. Myanmar rubies often fluoresce so strongly that the effect is noticeable even in sunlight. They literally seem to glow, and aficionados greatly admire them. Neate, Rupert (22 April 2023). "World's most valuable private jewellery collection goes on display in London". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 22 April 2023 . Retrieved 22 April 2023. Many jewelers and gemologists have had the unpleasant task of telling the proud inheritors of treasured heirloom ruby rings or brooches that they contain flame fusion stones with more sentimental than commercial value. Dating from the early 20th century, this men's 10k yellow gold ring features a bezel-set synthetic ruby with an intaglio carving of a Roman soldier. Photo courtesy of liveauctioneers.com and Crescent City Auction Gallery. In the late 1990s, gem-quality rubies began appearing in much more abundance from the Möng Hsu region of Myanmar.

Showy Sunflower’ is another option for those who prefer perennials and this species also has a clump-forming habit.

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For more information on ruby enhancements, see our article on corundum treatments. This natural, mined ruby has received both heat and glass filling treatments. Photo by Gemsphoto. Licensed under CC By-SA 3.0. Ruby Sources For more information on rubies from these and other parts of the world, see our article on identifying the origins of rubies and sapphires. Myanmar Underneath, I talk you through my favourite 20 sunflower varieties, selected for a wide choice of flower forms and colours, that can be found easily here in the UK. As a perennial rather than an annual, this species has the edge in terms of annual gardening labour,” says Colin Skelly, a Horticultural Consultant.

Rubies have started to come out of Nanyazeik in Myanmar's Kachin State. It's too soon to tell if Nanyazeik will become an important source. Sri Lanka a b Ginanne Brownell Mitic (13 May 2015). "At Jewelry Auctions, Color Is King". The New York Times. Archived from the original on 19 May 2015 . Retrieved 13 May 2015. Other than where noted, they flower through most of the summer and are annuals. 1) Helianthus annuus For rubies reasonably clear of inclusions or fractures, no special wear or care precautions are necessary. You can safely use a mechanical system to clean such stones, per the manufacturer's instructions. Sunflowers produce their floral reward very promptly after planting and in profusion, but they also have other pleasing characteristics.Rising to just over 1m and with flowers measuring 15-17cm in diameter, ‘Valentine’ produces amongst the lightest-coloured sunflowers – or the darkest, depending on your point of view. a b c O'Connor, Tamison (13 May 2015). "Sotheby's Geneva sale breaks auction world records". Harper's Bazaar. Archived from the original on 19 September 2015 . Retrieved 13 May 2015. a b "Ruby sets record, pink diamond and pearls shine at Sotheby's sale". Reuters. 13 May 2015. Archived from the original on 11 March 2016 . Retrieved 19 May 2015. Overall color can often, but not always, offer a clue to a ruby's origin. Stones from Myanmar tend to have purplish red colors. Thai stones tend to appear more brownish red. Ruby Fluorescence The Bilgore star ruby, "Star of Katandru," 16.21 cts, Sri Lanka, on display at the Smithsonian Institution. Photo by Cliff. Licensed under CC By 2.0.

Inclusions can also help identify the source of a ruby. See our article on identifying the origins of rubies and sapphires for more information. Synthetics Its flowers, held aloft, have a light brown disc surrounded by bright sunny-yellow to sulphur-yellow petals.

The term "star ruby," in addition to referring to rubies that display asterism, many also refer to transparent red corundum too light or too purple to properly call ruby. Although Asia has historically been the major producer of ruby gems, there are many other sources including the United States, Australia, and, most recently, Africa. Origin definitely affects the value of rubies.