0.52 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

Discover the intrinsic beauty and exceptional value of a truly outstanding gemstone with our exquisite 0.52 carat oval shape purplish red ruby. At The Natural Ruby Company, we take pride in offering stones that not only capture the eye but also hold significant value due to their rarity and exquisite characteristics. This particular ruby, sourced from the renowned mineral-rich lands of Mozambique, stands as a testament to what nature can produce when conditions align perfectly. With dimensions of 5.09 by 4.82 by 2.14 millimeters, this gemstone is a marvel of nature's artistry, cleverly enhanced by human ingenuity.

The gemstone showcases a mixed brilliant cut, carefully crafted to maximize its internal brilliance and color play. This cut is designed with precision to allow for the maximum interaction of light within the gemstone, highlighting the exceptional purplish-red hue that ruby enthusiasts cherish. With its intense color intensity, this ruby showcases a saturation and richness that spills into the remarkable depths sought after by collectors and connoisseurs. The color is not only a visual treat but a defining feature that adds significantly to its allure and rarity on the market.

A key to understanding this ruby's value is its clarity grade of very slightly included, as evaluated at eye level. This grading reveals minimal inclusions visible to the naked eye, a highly sought characteristic for rubies, which often have more inclusions due to their crystallization process. The clarity of this ruby permits light to traverse the stone with minimal interruptions, enhancing its vibrance and legitimatizing its place in elite collections. The excellent polish further accentuates the stone’s natural luster, creating a smooth surface that allows its artistic cut to reflect light sincerely and seductively.

Beyond aesthetics, the gemstone's origin speaks volumes about its desirability. Mozambique is known for producing rubies with unique color characteristics and exceptional transparency. The burst of purplish-red within this gem is a fingerprint to its origin, imparting a tale of geological and geographical marvels. Mozambique-origin rubies have come to represent the interstice of quality and rarity, standing shoulder to shoulder with those from classic origins like Myanmar, further adding to this stone's desirability on a global scale. Investing in this 0.52 carat purplish red ruby from The Natural Ruby Company means acquiring not just a piece of Earth’s precious offerings but also a testament to human crafting ingenuity and geological history.