Ruby

This natural, untreated ruby, weighing 1.18 ct, was cut from a 3.06 ct rough crystal. Its warm pink hue gives it a soft, elegant, yet vibrant appearance.

The interplay of color and internal structure is particularly captivating. The stone features semi-transparent areas where the pink hue opens up beautifully and gains depth. Depending on the angle of the light, lighter and more intense zones emerge, giving the ruby a natural, varied color effect.

Natural growth features are visible within the crystal, lending its interior additional depth and individuality. On one side, there is also a natural crack that is part of the stone’s natural character. It remains part of its authentic structure without detracting from the harmonious overall effect.

The oval cut beautifully accentuates the ruby’s elegant appearance. Its soft, classic shape showcases the pinkish-red color in a balanced way and gives the stone a serene, timeless presence.

Particularly noteworthy is its untreated condition. The color, transparency, and internal features have not been altered by any post-extraction treatment. As a result, the ruby retains its natural character in a very unadulterated form.

Its special appeal lies in the combination of warm pink, an elegant oval shape, semi-transparent depth, and a visibly natural interior. 

Its natural growth patterns and the lateral crack make it a unique stone with an authentic charm and a very pleasant, warm presence.

The Ruby originates from southern Africa. The rough stone was sourced for us directly from the source through our partners, inspected by us, and then expertly cut.

⁽*⁾To the best of our knowledge and according to information from our local partners, the gemstone is untreated.

For an additional fee, we’d be happy to arrange for a certificate from an independent gemological institute to be issued for this gemstone.

Images may vary depending on monitor settings. The videos of the stone were recorded without filters or color correction.

The true beauty of a gemstone is only revealed when you hold it in your hand. With every slight movement, the angle of the light, the reflections, and the play of colors change, giving each stone its own unique vibrancy. 

Interesting Facts About Ruby

Ruby is the red gemstone variety of the mineral corundum and thus belongs to the same mineral family as sapphire. Its color is primarily due to traces of chromium and ranges from light pinkish red to vivid ruby red and deep, intense red hues. Particularly beautiful rubies combine a rich color with good transparency and a vibrant brilliance, allowing the red to sparkle anew with every movement.

Natural growth features and inclusions are characteristic traits of a natural ruby and can provide important clues about its natural formation. At the same time, clarity - along with color, transparency, cut, and carat weight - is one of the key quality factors. Since many rubies are heated to improve their color or appearance, untreated or unheated rubies with attractive natural color are particularly sought after.

Transparent rubies with an intense, balanced red color, beautiful depth of color, and a vibrant play of light are particularly prized. High-quality, larger specimens with natural color and no treatment are rare. The quality and value of a ruby depend primarily on color, transparency, clarity, cut, carat weight, and treatment; however, future value appreciation cannot be predicted and is always determined by quality, rarity, and demand.