English language
Toggle Transcript
ruby spinel::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | spinel ruby |
| Type of | spinel |
| Has types | almandine, balas, balas ruby, rubicelle |
Examples of ruby spinel
ruby spinel
Red spinel may be mistaken for ruby by those lacking experience with gems.
From the en.wikipedia.org
Trade terms such as balas ruby for red spinel and rubellite for red tourmaline can mislead unsuspecting buyers.
From the en.wikipedia.org
This is why spinel and ruby are often found together.
From the en.wikipedia.org
The boom has also boosted semi-precious stones, such as rubellite and red spinel, worn by those who can't quite stretch to a ruby.
From the economist.com
After the 18th century the word ruby was only used for the red gem variety of the mineral corundum and the word spinel became used.
From the en.wikipedia.org
