Hello, July babies! Get ready to bask in the glow of your birthstone, the ruby. This gem is basically the Beyoncé of the gemstone world - fierce, fabulous, and undeniably eye-catching.
A Gem with a Fiery Past
Rubies have been setting the world ablaze since forever. Adored by ancient warriors for invincibility and revered in the East as "ratnaraj" or "king of gems," these dazzling stones were thought to contain the essence of life itself. Legend has it that Kublai Khan offered an entire city in exchange for a massive ruby. Talk about a serious gem crush!
Red Hot Glamour
If rubies could talk, they'd say, "I woke up like this." With hues from deep blood red to pinkish reds, these gems are the embodiment of passion and power. If you’re born in July, you're practically a walking heart-eye emoji, thanks to your radiant birthstone.
Legends and Lore
Beyond their fiery appearance, rubies have legendary street cred. They were believed to predict danger, soothe anger, and even cure ailments. Kings and queens flaunted them to show wealth and ward off evil—like a medieval multitool, only way more stylish.
Modern Ruby Swagger
Nowadays, rubies grace everything from engagement rings to runway collections. And let’s not forget about PenGems' collection. Our Heartbreaker crystal pen, with its dark pink crystals, is a perfect tribute to this legendary stone. It's the kind of pen that makes you feel like you're signing autographs, even if it's just on grocery receipts.
Meet the 1776, the limited-edition crystal pen made for the kind of American pride that comes with a quilt on the wall.
