While it may not be something to try with a family heirloom, scientists have discovered that putting rubies in a microwave can make them look brighter. In a series of experiments, researchers found ...

Fura's 55.2c ruby sets new record in New York auction sale to Middle East buyer Dev Shetty of Fura Gems: "When we discovered the original 101-carat ruby at the Mozambique mine, it sure was a surprise.

The plot includes a colossal ruby called the 'Gem of Tanzania', the Crown Jewellers, an African coup, diamond smuggling and a Hollywood star. It involves murky allegations of theft and dodgy documents ...