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The ruby or chuni has many names in Sanskrit, some of them
clearly showing that it was more valued as a gem by
the Hindus than any other
The possession of a Padmaraga, or Burmese
ruby, conferred perfect safety upon the owner, and
as long as he owned this precious stone he could
dwell without fear in the midst of enemies and was
shielded from adverse fortune. Here the fortunate
owner of a brilliant ruby is assured that he will
live in peace and concord with all men, that neither
his land nor his rank will be taken from him, and
that he will be preserved from all perils. The stone
would also guard his house, his fruit-trees, and his
vineyards from injury by tempests. All the good
effects were most surely secured if the ruby, set in
ring, bracelet, or brooch, were worn on the left
side.
The gorgeous ruby or manik, the favorite gem of
Burma, where the finest specimens are found, is not
only valued for its beauty, but is also believed to
confer invulnerability. To attain this end, however,
it is not thought to be sufficient to wear these
stones in a ring or other piece of jewelry, but the
stone must be inserted in the flesh, and thus
become, so to speak, a part of its owner's body.
Those who in this way bear about with them a ruby,
confidently believe that they cannot be wounded by
spear, sword, or gun. (Taw Sein Ko, communication
from his "Burmese Necromancy").
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