Natural Star Ruby Stone Ring, 925 Sterling Silver Ring (Model-2)

Star ruby exhibits one of nature's most astonishing optical phenomena: when you shine a point of light on the cabochon-cut stone, a six-rayed star appears on the surface. This effect, known as 'asterism', occurs due to the light directing properties of needle-like rutile crystals within the stone — making imitation extremely difficult. In this model, a genuine natural star ruby is held by a claw-shaped 925 sterling silver setting. The claw motif is designed like a hand holding the power of the star; the fingers of the setting close over the stone. The star ruby is known as a protective and guiding stone; its belief comes from sailors who looked to the star during night journeys. Searching for the star under light is a special little ritual for the owner of this ring.