Rubies light the July band in our birth stone eternity bands collection, showcasing the summer bright color of the blazing scarlet July birth stones. The striking gems seen in these ruby eternity rings were quite treasured in ancient times & the Middle Ages, because people at that time believed they could protect the wearer from evil, and darkened in color when danger approached. The July birthstone is formed from the same minerals as sapphire, & both are usually found side by side in the same mineral deposits.