1.00 Ct. Ruby from Burma (Myanmar)

A luminous 1.00 carat ruby of radiant shape arrives as a study in refined intensity, measuring 6.22 x 5.10 x 3.09 mm, a jewel that commands attention with its pure, transparent presence. Cut in a radiant style, each carefully calibrated facet has been designed to maximize both brilliance and fire, and an excellent polish allows light to dance across the surface with a lively, mirror like finish. The color intensity is vivid, a saturated red that reads as both opulent and authentic, a tone that immediately evokes the classical desirability of the finest corundum. Originated from Burma, a provenance long celebrated for producing rubies of extraordinary depth, this stone carries a storied heritage that will resonate in every setting. At The Natural Ruby Company we present this gem as a marriage of natural wonder and meticulous cutting, a stone that is at once a statement and a subtlety, a companion for moments that demand something truly singular. Enhancement by traditional heat treatment has been applied to enhance the color and clarity, a stable and widely accepted practice that refines the ruby while preserving its natural character. Slightly included at eye level, the stone retains remarkable transparency and life, the internal features serving as a fingerprint from the earth that confirms its natural origin rather than diminishing its beauty.

The craftsmanship embodied in this ruby offers both visual drama and enduring structure, qualities that ensure it will captivate for years to come. The radiant cut amplifies color saturation while creating a scintillating interplay of light across the pavilion and crown, and the excellent polish ensures each glance reveals new depth and nuance. Even with slight inclusions, the overall effect is an effortless brilliance that reads as luxuriously alive on the skin, particularly when set to catch daylight or candlelight. Beyond the immediate aesthetic, rubies are among the most durable of colored gemstones, second only to diamonds on the hardness scale, and this inherent toughness means that with mindful care a well set ruby will remain undimmed across generations. Heat treatment, applied with restraint and expertise, stabilizes the stone and enhances its ability to retain color under normal wear, allowing the vivid red to remain consistent as seasons pass. The natural inclusions, visible upon inspection, are a reminder of the gem’s geological journey, and they often become part of the story that adds provenance and personality to the piece.

To own this Burma ruby is to claim a symbol of taste and achievement, a jewel that speaks to connoisseurship and legacy. When mounted in a timeless setting the 1.00 carat radiant shape will sit with elegant proportion, whether embraced by a delicate platinum band or framed by a halo of diamonds that amplify its fire. Its vivid color will continue to arrest attention as fashions shift, because the most desirable reds retain their magnetism beyond trends, aligning more with heritage than with the ephemeral. The Natural Ruby Company stands behind this gem with both expertise and a commitment to provenance, offering a piece that is as much an investment in beauty as it is in tradition. For those who seek a singular jewel to mark a milestone or to elevate everyday luxury, this ruby delivers an enduring beauty that grows in meaning each year, its glow a daily reminder of refinement, and its presence a discreet yet unmistakable testament to discerning taste.