Ruby is the birthstone for July. They come in several shades, ranging from traditional ruby all the way to a light Siam ruby or Hyacinth (which is almost orange).
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Ruby is the birthstone for July. They come in several shades, ranging from traditional ruby all the way to a light Siam ruby or Hyacinth (which is almost orange).
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Garnet red is a deep, sometimes brownish red that represents January birthdays.
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