Balas

/ˈbɑːləs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of gemstone, often used as a decorative stone, known for its beauty and luster, typically available in various colors.

The jewelry featured a beautiful balas that sparkled under the lights.

An ancient term occasionally used in literature and poetry to describe a valuable stone or mineral.

In the ancient texts, balas was often mentioned along with other precious gems.

Refers to the spinel gemstone, specifically the red or pink variety, which is sometimes mistaken for ruby.

The balas was praised for its rich color and clarity, making it highly sought after by collectors.

From the Persian word 'balas' meaning 'precious stone'.

balas ruby:

A specific term for a high-quality red spinel.

balas stone:

Refers to any stone of the balas variety.

Slang for bullets or ammunition in some contexts.

He needed some balas for his old rifle.