Antique Style Ruby Ring 1.02 Ct., 14K Yellow Gold

This ring centers on a GRS certified vivid red pigeons blood ruby weighing 1.02 carat, cut in a precise princess shape that measures 5.94 by 5.46 by 2.91 millimeters. The GRS certification is an important document for an educated buyer, because it confirms both the natural origin and the absence of heat or other enhancement treatments, attributes that materially affect long term value and rarity. Evaluated as eye clean at normal viewing distances, this ruby displays vivid color saturation and an excellent polish, qualities that create an intense red that reads as pigeons blood to the trained eye. Originating from Mozambique, this ruby brings together contemporary gem market desirability and geological provenance, and the absence of enhancement means that the rich red tone is intrinsic to the crystal rather than the result of laboratory processes.

Understanding the gemological characteristics gives confidence when assessing value. The princess cut is a brilliant faceting style for square stones, designed to maximize return of light while maintaining strong corner integrity. The listed dimensions indicate a well proportioned pavilion depth and table size for a 1.02 carat princess cut, supporting strong face up presence without appearing bulky on the hand. Clarity noted as eye clean means that any natural inclusions are not visible to the unaided eye at typical viewing distances, which is essential for a transparent stone where color and brilliance must remain unobstructed. Excellent polish ensures that facet junctions are sharp and that surface light return is optimal. For collectors and connoisseurs, a natural Mozambique ruby with a GRS certificate and no enhancement commands premium consideration because it combines provenance, optical performance, and rarity.

The ring is flanked by three white baguette shaped natural diamonds that together accentuate the ruby with architectural clarity and understated sparkle. The side stones are approximately 0.14 carat and two at 0.10 carat, with clarity grades Very Slightly Included at VS1 and VS2, and a color grade of F which is effectively colorless to the discerning eye. Baguette cuts are prized for their clean linear facets which provide a stepping effect that directs attention to the center stone without competing with it. The combined diamond weight of approximately 0.34 carats provides balanced brilliance and a refined profile, while the VS clarity range assures minimal internal characteristics when viewed face up. Set in a channel and prong configuration that preserves light return and stability, these diamonds contribute technical contrast through their straight edges and elongated facets, complementing the princess cut ruby while adding structural elegance.

Set entirely in 14K yellow gold, the ring brings material warmth that deepens the apparent hue of the red center stone and creates a classic contrast that reads both modern and timeless. From a symbolic perspective, the squared form of the princess cut speaks to balance, stability, and an enduring promise, making it an ideal focal point for a ring intended as an engagement piece or an heirloom. The graduated sequence of baguette diamonds on the shoulders symbolizes progression, steps taken together, and the layering of shared history, while the yellow gold band stands for warmth, prosperity, and steadfast devotion. At The Natural Ruby Company we emphasize provenance, ethical supply chains, and detailed certification, and each purchase includes documentation to verify the GRS report and the natural, untreated origin of the ruby from Mozambique. For care, gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush is recommended, avoiding harsh chemicals and extreme thermal shock, and routine inspection of prongs will preserve long term security. This ring appeals to the buyer who values documented authenticity, superior cut and polish, and a design that is both visually compelling and rich in symbolic meaning.