RUBIES IN LEGEND

a talisman of passion

Chinese emperor Kublai Khan offered to trade an entire city for a large ruby

Burmese warriors wore rubies under their skin for protection from their enemies

Ancient Sanskrit tradition believed God created man to possess rubies

Rubies can foretell danger; their color will become darker as danger approaches

Hindu tradition dictates that “Brahmin” rubies, the most valuable, can give their owners safety

Ayurvedic healing traditions recommend wearing rubies