Viewing the warm colour red is said to increase the pulse and respiration. The colour is associated in the willing to increase activity, desire and appetite.

It is symbolically said to represent masculinity if worn by a male and alluring nature or seductivity if worn by a woman.

For those wanting a red gemstone, there is surprisingly little choice. The best know and historically most sought after is the Ruby. Its been celebrated as the gem of love for centuries. When the gem is discovered in Burma it is a deep orangish red, but when discovered in Thailand it displays more of a brownish red. Today some of the most perfect red Rubies are being found in Tanzania. Although the most expensive of red gemstones, Rubies are normally heavily included. If you are after a red gemstone that’s very transparent then there are currently some beautiful clear Spinels on the market.

One of the most documented of red gemstones is Garnet. Although this gem is available in almost every colour, it is its red variety that is most famous.