0.34 Ct. Ruby from Burma (Myanmar)

This transparent oval pinkish red ruby weighs 0.34 carat, a weight that carries meaningful implications for rarity and market value. The stone measures 4.75 by 3.72 by 2.16 mm, with a mixed brilliant cut that balances faceting for maximum light return within a compact size. The clarity grade is very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, and the gem displays intense color intensity with an excellent polish. Origin is Burma Myanmar and the stone has been heat treated, a standard enhancement that improves color and clarity while remaining fully disclosed. At 0.34 carat the gem occupies a category where fine color and clarity can outweigh raw carat weight, because rubies of Burmese origin with intense pinkish red tones are comparatively uncommon and therefore command a premium relative to more common material of similar size.

Weight influences both perceived size and relative value, and this 0.34 carat ruby exemplifies how proportion and optical performance deliver presence beyond the numerical carat figure. The oval outline and shallow profile optimize the face up appearance, so the gem reads larger on the finger or in a pendant than its weight alone might suggest, while the mixed brilliant cut enhances scintillation. Market pricing for natural rubies often increases at discreet weight thresholds, yet provenance and hue are primary drivers of desirability, and Burmese stones with intense color intensity retain strong collector and bridal demand. For settings that prioritize color saturation and secure presentation, this ruby adapts well to both bezel and prong mounts, and its small carat weight offers flexibility for stacking or pairing with diamonds without overwhelming a design. The Natural Ruby Company presents this stone with full disclosure of its heat treatment and origin, and with photographic documentation to demonstrate the balance of color, clarity, and cut. The combination of 0.34 carat weight, very very slightly included clarity, excellent polish, and Burmese provenance results in a gem that is modest in scale yet notable in quality and rarity, suitable for connoisseurs seeking a naturally colored ruby with strong visual impact in a refined, manageable size.