Ruby
About ruby
Quick answer: Manik (Ruby) is the gemstone of Surya (the Sun), traditionally suggested for Simha (Leo) rashi and for people in leadership, government service or public-facing roles. Wear it on the ring finger in gold or panchdhatu, first on a Sunday morning, and only after a kundli check. Certified natural Manik at Tushar Gems starts from about ₹2,300 per ratti; most stones are ₹2,300–₹4,500 per ratti, and premium stones go up to ₹58,500 per ratti for Burma ruby (October 2026).
Complete Manik guide · Price per ratti & ratti calculator · Free kundli check
Ruby (Manik) is the gemstone of Surya (the Sun) and the leading stone of the Navratna. A natural red corundum, it is traditionally worn on the ring finger in gold or panchdhatu and is associated with authority, confidence, vitality and recognition. Every Manik in this collection is 100% natural, government lab certified, shown in a real photograph of the actual stone, and priced per ratti.
Why buy Manik from Tushar Gems
- Certified authenticity — a government-approved or IIGJ laboratory report for every stone, with the report number in the product title.
- Classic, Premium and Luxury grades, so a genuine certified ruby is within reach at more than one budget.
- Real photographs. The stone you see on screen is the stone that is packed and shipped to you.
- A gem house since 1998 — 28 years of buying coloured stones directly, with origin and treatment disclosed.
- Free gemstone recommendation from our team before you commit.
What decides Ruby price in India
Manik is priced per ratti. The rate is driven by colour (the deep pigeon-blood red is the most valuable, followed by pinkish and purplish reds), clarity, origin (Burmese material is historically the most prized, followed by Mozambique and Thai) and treatment (unheated rubies are rare and priced accordingly; standard heat treatment is common and accepted). Weight alone never decides value — a small, clean, richly coloured ruby will outprice a large dull one.
Buying Ruby (Manik) online: a comparison checklist
Compare individual ruby listings side by side before choosing your Manik. Start with the documented stone details, then consider how each option fits your budget and setting.
- Read the treatment information. Check exactly what the listing and laboratory report say rather than treating natural and unheated as interchangeable descriptions. Ask for clarification if treatment is not stated clearly.
- Check the origin claim. If Burmese origin is important to your purchase, ask what documentation supports it rather than relying on colour or the collection name.
- Compare like-for-like prices. Confirm the weight, per-ratti rate and total stone cost for each option. Check any jewellery-making charges separately.
- Check the fit. Review the stone dimensions before choosing a ruby for an existing ring or pendant.
Ruby (Manik) FAQ
Answers to the questions our customers ask us most
How many ratti Ruby should I wear?
The common guideline is one ratti for every ten kilograms of body weight, which places most adults between 4 and 8 ratti. Where you have an astrologer's specific recommendation, follow it — we will help you find a certified stone at that weight.
Who should wear Manik?
Ruby is generally recommended for Singh (Leo) ascendants and during a Sun mahadasha. It is traditionally worn by those in leadership, administration, government service or public-facing roles.
Which day, finger and metal for Ruby?
Traditionally set in gold or panchdhatu and worn on the ring finger of the working hand, first worn at sunrise on a Sunday after the ring has been energised.
What is a good substitute for Ruby?
Red Garnet and red spinel are the usual substitutes when a fine ruby is out of budget. They are accepted in Vedic practice as Sun-related stones.
You may also like our Ruby necklaces, the full Rashi Ratan collection, or the complete range of certified natural gemstones.
Complete guide: Manik stone – benefits, who should wear, finger, mantra, price (हिंदी में भी: माणिक रत्न की पूरी जानकारी)
Looking for Burma ruby? See our Burmese ruby (Burma Manik) collection.
See it in person: Manik stone shop in Gurgaon · Manik stone shop in Delhi (Karol Bagh) · How to verify your gemstone certificate
