What Is the Rarity of Ruby Gemstones?

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Tip 1 - How Rare Is That Gem? - International Gem Society IGS

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by David Sani | permalink

Rarity is one of the most prized qualities of gemstones. But some gems are far more rare than others! This article helps explain what's rare and what isnt.

For further reading: https://www.gemsociety.org/article/how-rare-is-that-gem/ ^[1]

Tip 2 - 10 Gemstones Much Rarer Than Diamond

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Pamela Martinson | permalink

Many people know that diamond is actually pretty common when it comes to gemstones (you can find millions of them in your typical candle flame), but who among us can actually name any that are rarer? Here, we present to you a collection of ten of the rarest gemstones on Earth.
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For further reading: http://io9.com/5902212/ten-gemstones-that-are-rarer-than-diamond ^[2]