Antique Style Ruby Ring 2.00 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

This ring centers on a transparent, emerald cut red ruby weighing 2.00 carats, with exact dimensions of 8.04 by 6.02 by 3.73 millimeters, exhibiting a classic emerald cut profile and a vivid color saturation. The ruby has a clarity grade of slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and it has been given an excellent polish that enhances facet definition and overall surface luster. The stone originates from Mozambique, and it has been heat treated, a standard and widely accepted enhancement that improves color uniformity and stability. The ruby is set in a 14K yellow gold mounting that provides warm contrast to the red body color, and the halo and shoulders feature natural white round diamonds with a combined approximate weight of 0.284 carats, clarity VS, color grade F G, together with additional accent diamonds of approximately 0.072 carats, clarity VS, color grade F G, placed to enhance brilliance and frame the center stone.

The slightly included clarity of this ruby is an intentional and descriptive attribute that speaks to its natural formation, and these internal features add character and uniqueness to the gem. Inclusions may present as fine silk like needles, tiny mineral crystals, or small healed feathers, and each of these features creates a distinct internal fingerprint that differentiates this ruby from any other. At eye level the inclusions in this stone are discernible under careful inspection, yet they do not obscure the transparent character of the gem or diminish its vivid color. Instead, the internal features contribute to a sense of depth and three dimensionality, as light interacts with the inclusions and is redirected through the pavilion and step facets of the emerald cut. For collectors and connoisseurs, such natural internal structure affirms natural origin, since the pattern, orientation, and combination of inclusions are consistent with gemstones formed in geological environments, notably those of Mozambique, and act as a record of the stone’s geological history.

The emerald cut profile and the excellent polish work in concert with the internal inclusions to yield a refined optical effect that is both bold and nuanced. The step facets of the emerald cut emphasize planes of color and clarity, and inclusions that align within or across these planes can create subtle contrasts and a windowed depth that changes with viewing angle and lighting conditions. Where minute inclusions intersect facet junctions, they may produce delicate flashes or localized changes in saturation, creating areas of intensified red and cooler, slightly darker zones nearby, a phenomenon that enhances visual complexity rather than detracting from it. The surrounding round white diamonds, all selected for VS clarity and F G color grade, form a precise halo that increases perceived size and injects lively scintillation, while the 14K yellow gold setting introduces a warm reflective backdrop that reinforces the ruby’s natural red tones. The combination of these design elements allows the inclusions to be appreciated within a controlled and elegant framework, making them a contributing factor to the ring’s overall aesthetic cohesion.

From a practical perspective, the presence of slight inclusions does not imply compromised durability when the stone is properly set and cared for, heat treatment having been applied to ensure stable color characteristics. The setting employed here secures the emerald cut ruby with a balanced prong and bezel architecture, reducing exposure of trimmed facet edges and providing support at the girdle and corners where step cuts are most vulnerable. Routine care recommendations are straightforward, gentle cleaning with warm water and mild soap, cautious handling to avoid hard knocks against abrasive surfaces, and professional inspection of the mounting to confirm prong integrity over time. At The Natural Ruby Company we document the gem specifications, including carat weight, dimensions, cut style, clarity grade, treatment disclosure, and origin, so that the inclusion pattern and other natural attributes are recorded as part of the stone’s provenance. In summary, the slightly included, vividly saturated, emerald cut ruby at the center of this 14K yellow gold ring embodies the visual and geological story of a natural Mozambique ruby, where internal inclusions serve as distinguishing characteristics that enrich the ring’s personality and authenticity, while the surrounding VS clarity, F G color diamonds and refined metalwork complete a composed and enduring design.