Ruby

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The ruby is one of the four traditional precious gemstones, distinguished by its bright red colour. Like the sapphire it is a variety of the mineral corundum.

Rubies are extremely rare and in period probably came to Europe from Myanmar (Burma) via the Silk Road.

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