0.55 Ct. Ruby from Burma (Myanmar)

Presented here by The Natural Ruby Company is an exceptionally rare and exquisite transparent red ruby, weighing 0.55 carat, cut into an elegant oval with dimensions of 6.07 x 3.98 x 2.41 millimeters. This gem has been fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes sparkle while preserving the depth and integrity of its color. Its clarity is graded very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a grade that preserves both desirability and natural character. The color exhibits a vivid intensity, a saturation that arrests the eye and holds the attention, and the surface finish is of excellent polish, allowing light to play freely across each facet. Originating from Burma Myanmar, this ruby carries the storied provenance of one of the most celebrated sources in the world, a factor that elevates its appeal among collectors and connoisseurs. Heat treatment has been applied to stabilize and enhance the inherent color, a standard and widely accepted practice that is executed with care to maintain the gem s long term beauty and structural integrity.

The hue and tone of this Burmese ruby place it in a league of its own when compared with rubies from other famous locations. Against Mozambican rubies this stone presents a purer red, less leaning toward orange undertones, with a cooler depth rather than a warm orange red. Versus Thai and Cambodian rubies, which often show a darker, brownish red tone due to regional iron content and the typical character of stones from those areas, this Burmese example reads as cleaner and more luminous in its red, with a subtle blue influenced undertone that gives it a velvety richness. Compared with Sri Lankan rubies that commonly exhibit lighter pinkish red hues and a more delicate tone, this gem stands out for its intensity and saturation. When set beside rubies from Madagascar the difference is clear, as Madagascar stones can range from pinkish to orangey red, while this Burmese example holds a steady, vivid red that embodies the classic prestige associated with its origin. These comparisons illustrate not only differences in hue but also the tonal balance, where this ruby favors a rich, vivid red with a slightly cool core that sets it apart.

Beyond color the gem s clarity grade and cut contribute profoundly to its presence and investment appeal. A very slightly included clarity at eye level means the stone is essentially clean to unaided vision, with inclusions that serve as fingerprints of its natural formation rather than detracting features. Those who understand rubies will recognize that such inclusions often confirm natural origin and can enhance desirability among informed buyers, particularly when the source is Burma Myanmar. The mixed brilliant cut adopted for this oval shape is a thoughtful choice, combining the scintillating fire traditionally associated with brilliant facets and the depth retention of step like pavilion facets, producing both lively brilliance and a saturated color field. The excellent polish delivers crisp facet junctions and a mirror like surface, ensuring that the vivid color and internal glow are presented without distraction. Heat treatment has been used judiciously, a common and accepted enhancement that intensifies color while maintaining structural stability, distinct from more invasive treatments that would affect value and longevity.

Owning this ruby is an invitation to join an exclusive circle of collectors and patrons who seek not only beauty but provenance, rarity, and enduring quality. This piece is not a mass produced offering but a singular opportunity to possess a stone that combines Burmese origin, vivid color intensity, superb cut, and a clarity that is visually clean, all within a highly wearable 0.55 carat oval that can easily become the focus of a bespoke setting. At The Natural Ruby Company we take pride in sourcing such gems and presenting them to a discerning clientele who appreciate the subtle distinctions that elevate a jewel beyond mere adornment. For the collector who values lineage and character, for the client who desires a bespoke setting that will be as unique as the stone itself, this ruby offers both immediate aesthetic pleasure and the kind of rarity that is increasingly prized in the market. We invite you to consult with our specialists to explore custom mounting options and to experience the presence of this Burmese ruby in person, an experience that confirms why stones of this hue and tone from this region remain among the most sought after in the world.