Obviously rubylite is a red or pink gemstone. But what precious stone? Historical information or properties cannot be found in books or websites written by gemologists. Websites that sell it offer conflicting descriptions and definitions.

Ruby

Expensive rubillite loose stones, rings, and pendant necklaces are sometimes listed on websites as rubies. Ruby is the name of the red variety of corundum. Other colors of corundum are sapphires. Pink corundum could be called pink ruby ​​or pink sapphire. Both are expensive and well-known gemstones. Why would a seller choose to call rubylite?

tourmaline

Other websites include tourmaline in the rubylite name or description. Rubellite is the accepted name for a pink or red tourmaline. It is also known simply as pink tourmaline. A good quality deep pinkish-red rubellite tourmaline is expensive, but not as well known as a ruby.

Garnet

Some sellers add garnet to rubylite’s name or description. There are many names for the different types of garnets. The red or pink rose variety is known as rhodolite. It is more expensive than some of the more common red garnets, but not as valuable as a fine ruby.

Quartz

Gemstone beads and beaded jewelry sellers also use rubylite. Sometimes they identify it as tinted quartz. The beads appear to be lighter in color than the loose, set rubillite stones. They are roses or roses, not red. This jewelry is listed at lower prices. There is a man-made quartz called ruby ​​quartz, but it looks different from rubylite beads.

Jade

Other rubylite beads are defined as dyed jade. They look very similar to beads that are marketed as ruby ​​jade. They are dyed a deep red color. This color does not appear to be the same as any of the other stones listed as rubylite.

Most websites do not include any information that identifies the rubylite they sell. The provider probably didn’t offer any.

Tradename

Rubylite is a trade name. What is the trade name of a gemstone? It is a name given to distinguish a certain quality or variety, or to increase value. When the name of a more valuable or more popular gemstone is included in the trade name, it is an attempt to increase value. In this case it is obviously ruby. The client will be able to:

1. Suppose the stone is a variety of ruby.

2. Mentally compare this stone to the most expensive ruby ​​and decide that the rubillite price is a bargain.

Is rubylite being used as the trade name for all these different gemstones? Why is there so much confusion regarding rubylite? Gemstones pass through many hands between the mine and the consumer. Any intermediary seller can add the business name or omit valuable information. The information may be verbal and is often not provided unless requested. Language interpretation can also create misunderstandings. The seller of the website may have added the business name; you may have added an incorrect identity; or you may not have access to information other than the trade name.

conclusion

Rubylite is a pretty gemstone. If you buy it, pay what you are willing to spend based solely on the beauty of the stone. If the price is high, have a reliable gemologist certify the identity of the stone.