Pave Ruby Ring 1.01 Ct., 14K Yellow Gold

This ring features a beautiful, transparent AGL certified red ruby, weighing 1.01 carats, cut in an elegant emerald shape with precise dimensions of 6.72 by 4.45 by 3.36 millimeters, and set to sit with classic poise on an 18K yellow gold band. The emerald cut emphasizes the stone structure, producing broad, parallel facets that showcase the depth and saturation of the red, while minimizing the appearance of any internal features at a glance. The ruby was evaluated as eye clean at normal viewing distances, and it displays vivid color saturation and an excellent polish that together create a lively, deep red that reads as natural and appealing in both natural and artificial light. Originating from Mozambique, and presented with AGL certification, this specimen represents a modern source of fine rubies, with the heat treatment enhancement applied to optimize color and clarity in a stable and widely accepted manner.

For buyers who regard certification and rigorous description as essential, the AGL report provides an independent assessment of the ruby, including origin attribution and treatment disclosure. The term eye clean, as used by gemologists and noted on the appraisal, means that inclusions are not visible to the unaided eye under typical viewing conditions, which is an important practical benchmark for wearable gemstones. Vivid saturation, especially in a ruby, indicates a strong concentration of chromium related color, which produces the deep red tone that collectors and connoisseurs prize. The excellent polish rating confirms that the cutting and finishing work was done to a high standard, yielding crisp facet junctions and a smooth table that allow optimum light return. Heat treatment is a common and stable enhancement for rubies from Mozambique and many other sources, and when disclosed and certified by a respected laboratory, it allows buyers to compare stones on equal scientific terms.

The surrounding white round natural diamonds are thoughtfully selected to complement the center ruby without overpowering it, with individual allocations of approximately 0.33 carats, 0.085 carats, and 0.03 carats in the design, for a combined accent weight of about 0.445 carats. Each diamond is graded VS for clarity, indicating only very slight inclusions that are typically invisible to the naked eye, and F and G in color, which sit at the high end of the near colorless range and present as bright, white stones in standard settings. This combination of VS clarity and F and G color ensures a clean, lively pavillion and crown interaction, producing scintillation that frames the ruby and enhances visual contrast. In practical terms, the small round brilliant cut diamonds serve to increase perceived size and brilliance of the center stone, while maintaining balance and refinement in the overall profile of the ring.

The entire mount is crafted in 18K yellow gold, a metal choice that marries traditional warmth with long term durability and wearer comfort. Eighteen karat gold contains approximately 75 percent pure gold alloyed with other metals, which maintains the characteristic rich gold hue while providing sufficient hardness for secure prong settings and pavé work. Compared with higher purity metals, 18K gold offers an optimal compromise between malleability for fine craftsmanship and resistance to everyday wear and abrasion, making it well suited for daily wear rings that include prongs and small accent stones. The prong construction that holds the emerald cut ruby is engineered to protect the corners and table, while the diamond set shoulders are executed with attention to secure seating and minimal profile to reduce snagging. With routine professional maintenance such as periodic checking of prong integrity, gentle cleaning, and occasional polishing, an 18K yellow gold ring like this will retain its beauty and structural integrity through many years of continuous wear.

For the educated buyer seeking documented provenance, thoughtful gemological standards, and enduring design, this ring presents an excellent opportunity. The Natural Ruby Company stands behind the presentation of this Mozambican ruby with AGL certification and full disclosure of heat treatment, and we provide clear guidance on care and servicing to protect your investment. The design pairs a well proportioned emerald cut ruby with high quality VS clarity F and G color diamonds, all harmonized by the warm and durable 18K yellow gold setting, producing a piece that is both visually striking and technically robust. If you would like additional technical documentation, in person viewing, or assistance with sizing and secure shipping options, The Natural Ruby Company can arrange these services to ensure that this ring meets your expectations for both gemological integrity and long term wearability.