Founded by Harshil Zaveri in 2007, StarRuby.in continues a rich family legacy spanning generations in the gems and jewelry trade. Born and raised in Mumbai, Harshil draws from his family's heritage in Khambhat (Cambay), an ancient port city historically renowned as India's premier center for precious and semi-precious gemstones.

Growing up immersed in this tradition, Harshil developed an early passion and lifelong curiosity for gemstones and minerals, which ultimately inspired the creation of StarRuby.in.

That passion took a decisive turn when, at just 18 years old, Harshil Zaveri made a life-defining decision to travel to Guinea in West Africa—where new ruby and sapphire deposits had been found near the Mano River basin. Driven by a deep-rooted fascination with gemstones, he spent several months in the field, living alongside local miners and immersing himself in the realities of gemstone mining.

During this time, he came across something truly exceptional: Star Rubies—the rarest and most mystical form of ruby. This powerful experience inspired the creation of StarRuby.in, originally envisioned as a platform to share knowledge and appreciation for these extraordinary gems.

What began as a passion project to educate people about star rubies and other rare gemstones quickly evolved into something far more ambitious. Harshil recognized a glaring gap in the online marketplace: while diamonds were readily available for purchase through digital channels, high-quality rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and other colored gemstones remained confined to brick-and-mortar stores—often sold at steep markups by sellers with limited gemological expertise.

This realization inspired Harshil to reimagine gemstone buying for the modern world. With StarRuby.in, he pioneered the first comprehensive online platform dedicated to fine-quality, natural gemstones—each accompanied by trusted gemological certifications from world-renowned labs.

Today, Harshil remains at the heart of StarRuby.in, leading the company with his hands-on approach and unwavering commitment to excellence. He personally oversees every aspect of sourcing, marketing, and sales. But what truly sets him apart is his intuitive eye—his ability to select gemstones that do more than meet gemological standards. To Harshil, the perfect gemstone tells a story, evokes an emotion, or stirs the imagination. This philosophy, combined with decades of family heritage and firsthand field experience, has made StarRuby.in a global destination for discerning collectors and gemstone lovers alike.

Our name is more than a label—it's a tribute to rarity, heritage, and the timeless allure of gemstones. In ancient Indian tradition and Vedic astrology, gemstones hold deep spiritual and symbolic meaning. At the heart of the sacred Navaratna—a revered arrangement of nine planetary gemstones—sits the Ruby, representing the Sun and symbolizing power, vitality, and illumination.

Among all rubies, the Star Ruby is the rarest and most captivating. Its unique asterism—a six-rayed star shimmering across its surface—makes it a gem of both scientific marvel and mystical significance.

When Harshil first encountered these rare gems during his time in West Africa, it sparked not only fascination but also the inspiration behind the brand. StarRuby.in was born out of that moment—a name chosen to reflect our pursuit of the rarest, most extraordinary gemstones the Earth has to offer.

The name also represents our philosophy: to bring to light the hidden wonders of the gem world and make them accessible to discerning buyers across the globe. Just like the Star Ruby reveals its brilliance under focused light, we aim to unveil the beauty, value, and story behind every gem we offer.