Poster Print : Rubies panned from river gravels
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Rubies panned from river gravels
Rubies. Ruby is a red, transparent variety of the mineral corundum (aluminium oxide). Small amounts of chromium oxide, substituting for aluminium oxide, give it its red colour. Rubies are found in Burma, on the Malay Peninsula, and in Sri Lanka, Tanzania and Brazil. Those seen here were panned from river gravels and have been smoothed and rounded by abrasion. Natural rubies are highly prized as gemstones, but rubies can also be produced artificially, and such synthetic stones are used in lasers and watches
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Media ID 6342343
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Corundum Earth Science Mineral Ruby
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the wonders of the natural world into your home or office with Media Storehouse's stunning Poster Prints. This captivating image showcases the vibrant beauty of rubies, freshly panned from river gravels. Ruby, a red variety of the mineral corundum, derives its rich color from trace amounts of chromium oxide. Add this eye-catching print to your decor and let the radiant hues of nature inspire you every day.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 41cm (23.4" x 16.1")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a collection of rubies that have been meticulously panned from river gravels. Rubies, known for their mesmerizing red hue and transparent nature, are a variety of the mineral corundum. The vibrant color is attributed to small amounts of chromium oxide replacing aluminum oxide within the gemstone. These precious stones can be found in various locations including Burma, the Malay Peninsula, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, and Brazil. What makes this particular assortment even more fascinating is how they have been naturally shaped over time. Through constant abrasion against river gravels, these rubies have acquired smoothness and rounded edges. Their organic form adds an extra layer of allure to their already enchanting beauty. While natural rubies hold immense value as highly coveted gemstones sought after by collectors worldwide, it's important to note that synthetic alternatives also exist. In fact, artificial rubies find practical applications in lasers and watches due to their exceptional properties. This remarkable image not only celebrates the geological wonders found on our planet but also serves as a reminder of humanity's ability to harness nature's gifts for both aesthetic pleasure and scientific advancements.
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