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Ruby: July's Birthstone, What It Means, How to Wear It and Why Everyone Wants It Right Now

Ancient warriors embedded them into their skin before battle. Elizabeth Taylor collected them. Dorothy's slippers were originally silver until someone realised ruby would look better on film.

And right now in 2026, ruby is having its biggest moment in decades.

Here's everything you actually need to know about July's most spectacular birthstone.