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Ruby

The Red Corundum Gemstone

A species of Corundum

Known for its rich red hue, ruby has been valued for centuries as a symbol of wealth and power.

Hardness :

9

Density :

4.00 g/cm³

general info about the rock

Physical Properties of Crackle Quartz

luster

Vitreous

diaphaneity

Transparent

colors

Red

magnetism

Non-magnetic

tenacity

Brittle

cleavage

None

fracture

Conchoidal

streak

White

crystalSystem

Hexagonal

hardness

9

density

4.00 g/cm³

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