- Greenland – Deposits found in Greenland are not yet producing for commercial use but they are considered to have great potential.
- Mozambique – In the past, most ruby mining has been done by solitary miners in Mozambique. Now the mining company Gem Fields is partnering with the country’s government to regulate the gemstone mining here.
- Malawi – Rubies as well as warm colored pink, orange and purple sapphires can be found in the Chimwadzulu Hills of Malawi.
- Tanzania – Tanzania is an important mining country for many gemstones including ruby.
- Kenya – The South Tsavo National Park in Kenya holds the fully mechanized Rockland Ruby Mine.
- Madagascar – Andilamena is an important ruby producing area on the island of Madagascar.
- Sri Lanka – Sir Lanka is known for is sapphire and ruby production, mostly from alluvial (secondary water) deposits.
- Thailand – The ruby deposits in Thailand were the major source of the gemstone in the 1980s, though they are no longer producing today, the country is still major cutting and trading site for the gem.
- Vietnam – The new mining source for rubies, the Luc Yen area is known for its high quality gemstones.
- Myanmar – Myanmar has been known for its mesmerizing rubies for centuries. The Mogok Valley region may be one of the most famous ruby deposits to date. They are know for their deeply saturated, beautiful gemstones.
- Nepal – Some rubies have been found in marble deposits in Nepal, but no significant pockets yet.
- Pakistan – Most ruby mining in Pakistan takes place near the famous Hunza Valley.
- Afghanistan – The ruby mines in Jegdalek, Afghanistan are often left inactive for periods of time due to war, lack of security and government regulations.
- Tajikistan – Some rubies from Tajikistan carry rare intense red fluorescence that can even be noticed in daylight.
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