The desired color for these Burmese gems has long been compared to pomegranate seeds, like those seen here
[DOC] [TLE] Ruby Gemstone and Jewelry Information: Red Corundum GemSelect [PAR] Jan 18, 2007 ... Ruby has been prized for centuries because of its excellent Mohs scale ... 
Burmese warriors believed that rubies would make them invincible, and ...